Indulge in world-class dining experiences, from innovative tasting menus to exquisite international cuisine, showcasing the diverse and vibrant flavors that make Vancouver a gastronomic paradise.
St. Lawrence is a standout, celebrated for its modern Quebecois fare. Since opening in 2017, it has consistently ranked highly in restaurant awards. Reservations are a must, as this cozy venue is immensely popular, often requiring a month’s wait. Chef/Owner Jean-Christophe Poirier, formerly of Montreal’s acclaimed Toqué, along with Chef Colin Johnson from London, curates a frequently changing tasting menu that marries classic French techniques with Quebecois culinary traditions. Notable dishes include crispy Oreilles de Crisse (maple-flavored pork rinds), tender venison tartare, and delightful baked oysters with spinach. Main courses feature locally sourced items like poached BC petrale sole and charcoal-grilled lamb from Peace Country, BC.
At Burdock & Co, chef-owner Andrea Carlson’s dedication to British Columbia’s flavors shines through in her organic, seasonal dishes. Since its opening in 2013, this charming restaurant has attracted diners with its farm-to-table ethos, earning a Michelin star last fall. The changing menu ($95 per person) includes innovative options like shrimp toast, nettle and ricotta ravioli, and dry-aged pork loin glazed with fermented spruce BBQ syrup. For dessert, patrons can enjoy a warm Salt Spring Island marmalade honey cake with ginger magnolia flowers.
Published on Main is a vibrant spot focused on sustainability, sourcing ingredients from local farms. Under the direction of award-winning executive chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson, the menu presents inventive dishes such as bee pollen milk buns, bison tartare, and wild BC fiddleheads. Other highlights include roasted Pacific octopus and halibut from BC. The restaurant topped Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list in 2022 and was honored with a Michelin star in the guide’s inaugural Vancouver edition.
AnnaLena, located just a short stroll from Kitsilano Beach, offers a tasting menu curated by Chef Michael Robbins and Operations Manager Jeff Parr. Since its debut in 2015, the restaurant has garnered accolades, including a spot on Canada’s Top 100 Restaurants list and a Michelin star. The menu highlights seasonal ingredients from local farms, complemented by wine pairings. Diners can expect exciting flavor combinations, such as olive-oil-poached Chinook king salmon paired with dill-marinated kohlrabi.
Nestled in Chinatown, Kissa Tanto is adorned with decor inspired by the jazz cafes of 1960s Tokyo. The restaurant combines Japanese and Italian influences, featuring dishes such as Charcoal Udon with Dungeness crab and prawns, enhanced with Calabrian chili butter.
At Barbara, Chef Patrick Hennessy, a former Eleven Madison Park chef, presents a refined menu that emphasizes local ingredients. Highlights include oysters topped with Northern Divine caviar, crispy Japanese eggplant drizzled with honey, and citrus-poached spot prawns.
iDen & QuanJuDe Beijing Duck House
As Canada’s only Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant, iDen & QuanJuDe is famed for its crispy, succulent duck. Diners can also indulge in standout dishes like sea cucumber and whole king crab.
Located along Burrard Inlet near Canada Place, Miku Restaurant is renowned for its Japanese cuisine. With signature Aburi-style sushi and dishes expertly grilled with Sumiyaki techniques, Miku emphasizes fresh, organic ingredients. Diners can enjoy a multi-course Kaiseki tasting menu, artfully presented on traditional Arita-Yaki plates.
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