Cool rooftop bar in hotel…read more Service was great. We went on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy. Went to serval bars that night and this was the most expensive.

Witness Tree is located on top of Hotel Indigo along the newish Vancouver (WA) waterfront west of…read moreI5. The area has developed quickly and having grown up nearby and moved away years ago, it's amazing to see what's happened along here. Prices - well, everyone has their hand out along here. We were in town somewhat last minute staying at Hotel Indigo. The hotel provides $10 drink coupons so we decided to drop in for an impromptu drink while planning our dinner strategy. It was already 7p so no view but live music and a nice buzzy ambiance. Wait staff were fast and friendly, and before we knew it two delicious cocktails were in front of us. At the same time, I overheard the waitress at the table beside us saying that food could be ordered from El Gaucho downstairs. So we asked for a menu and started perusing. If you don't know El Gaucho it's a classic steak restaurant with lots of cuts and sizes, a sprinkling of seafood, the usual salads, and tableside this and that. A notch above Ruth's Chris, Morton's or The Capital Grille but with Peter Luger Manhattan prices. Yes, that's right, Manhattan prices in Vancouver. WA. The Couv is all grown up. Or at least trying to be, Like Witness Tree, El Gaucho has a mandatory 20% gratuity regardless of party size. Theoretically this shouldn't be an issue if you know restaurant culture and tip appropriately but I think a mandatory fee rubs many wrong to assume service will always be at that level. And on top of very high prices. A $72 6oz filet is $86, so those 8 bites better be damn good. That said, we ordered oysters, a filet, seafood pasta, and wine. The wine list was decent but not as extensive for a premium steak restaurant. Wines had the typical markup which meant $20-35+ per glass. Both the pasta and steak were good but - and this may sound picky - at $72 for 6 ounces of steak (a bar of soap) I expect perfection which means medium rare throughout. The steak was medium in some parts. If I can achieve medium rare throughout at home it should be possible here. So here's the math (rounded) for those interested. Total bill: $295. $225 food and drinks, $45 service fee (mandatory 20%), and $24 tax (8.8%). Interestingly, the 20% service charge is taxed which means we actually paid $49 or 28.8%. Had I been given the choice of my own 20% tip it would be applied to food and drink and a slightly lower bill. Not a huge deal but these are the little details - call it "nickel and diming" patrons - that rub many wrong. One note - another server came to our table before our food arrived and placed a steak in front of me. Before he could place the other dish I told him it wasn't our order. He picked up the steak and delivered to another table. In most restaurants - and certainly in a premium setting - that dish should have been remade. Whether perception or simple hygiene you simply can't do that. All in all, the Witness Tree was a nice spot, with tasty cocktails and ambiance. Prices and service fee will be off putting for some, and not sure this would be my go-to as there are many rooftop / view options nearby.

Such a cool little spot in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Craft cocktails are well-balanced &…read moretasty. Bartender was prompt to take our order at the bar. Oh!! Bonus- there's arcade games as well and a fun photo booth.

Excellent drinks, excellent service. Great atmosphere and excellent Buratta flatbread. Don't…read moresleep on it, it's fantastic. Cool place for a drink and a great appetizer.

We had such a great time at The Grocery. Coming in the vibe is awesome, relaxed with some great…read morevinyl spinning (yes, actual records). We grabbed a couple seats at the bar and got some great service. I tried an old fashioned made with the house whiskey, it was smooth and refreshing. The food was all great too! The coconut shrimp was breaded perfectly and the burger was spot on! Cooked well, seasoned well, and loaded with fresh toppings. We are looking forward to coming back!!! Great venue, great service, great food!

Popped in on a Thursday right at 2pm with a friend! I was greeted immediately, girl working was…read moresuper sweet! We ordered 2 vodka sodas (they only have local vodka, so don't come here looking for Tito's lol). The vodka was good though! We also ordered their chilled shot special, it was chocolate orange, it was good but it only tasted like orange, and a mezcal tequila‍ We were the only ones there so ambiance was what it was ha. Definitely the hipster vibe as it says on the website, cute spot I'm not sure I'll be back - and there's no negative reason why, just not really my vibe.

Awesome place with welcoming and knowledgeable service. Dog friendly! I just wanted an excellent…read moreold fashioned in a comfortable place with great vibes and my wish was granted. Thanks Joe and JT!

They have the largest patio I've ever seen. Love the decor…read more Super good drinks. My only complaint is I wish they had their own food options. Great service.

The food is delicious, the staff is kind, and the space is thought out and beautiful. Emma is…read morebrilliant and her and her team make the best mai tais!

I wanted to love you. I still do - but it was a huge miss for us…read more Came in around opening - noon. They are right next to my fave spot - the pinball place! We wanted a drink and bite before thrifting and going to the book store. One other couple was inside. Waiter was nice but not hospitable. The ambiance is amazing - 10/10 love the vibe and decor. I ordered a drink of the mixed drinks and my husband got a margarita. The drink was so bad - neither one of us could drink it. I don't think I've ever returned a drink I can't pound before haha. It was 10 minutes before I went home to the bar to ask for something different - no one came by to ask how things were. The guava choice I picked for the second - not good. Watered down flavors of who knows. The drinks at Wahi Hanna are amazing in comparison - especially with the Dole Whip vibe. The spam fries were $9 for half a can of spam cut up and put in the oven with a side of mayo? The loco moco was promising but tasted like something you'd get at Kenjis - not a Hawaiian spot. I feel like with a lot of tweaks in flavor - this could be a great spot.

We had a fantastic experience at Waterhouse Taphouse! Dinner was great, and everything came out…read moresmoothly despite our large group. A special shoutout to our server, Robin, who handled our party of 35 people incredibly well. She was organized, attentive, and kept everything running seamlessly. Managing a group that size isn't easy, and she made it look effortless. Highly recommend both the restaurant and asking for Robin if you're dining with a big group!

Still solid! Food, service and the facilities are top-notch. Utilizing updated techniques in the…read morekitchen lead to a VERY surprising treat....Carrot Soup!!! One of the people at our table ordered it and I thought, "carrot?!" Believe it or not...IT Worked!!! Creamy, smooth, slightly sweet and lightly spiced. Nice addition to the menu. My calamari was excellent as usual. If you want an enjoyable, non-stuffy environment to relax and take in the views of the waterfront and the Columbia River....this is it! A+

I went to dinner on a Monday night with one of my girlfriends to celebrate my birthday and it was a…read morefantastic meal! Very low-key with very few people in the restaurant. Our food was outstanding! We ordered a brie that had a fabulous fig sauce on top and then also we ordered a burger. That was absolutely incredible! One of the best hamburgers I've ever eaten in my life! My dessert was a disappointment. The chocolate lava cake was really dense and hard and not at all like I think of as a lava cake. My friends crème brûlée seemed fine. I definitely want to go back.

We've frequented the Sedgwick a few times now. Being newer to the area, we believe in giving all…read morerestaurants a few chances to win a place in our regular rotation. We originally found the Sedgwick on a cold winter's night in 2023. We stopped in for what we planned was a quick appetizer and drink. We ended up staying for dinner at the bar. The bar is well lit and very classy. The staff is dressed appropriately. Drinks are very good but do take a minute to craft. They are on the pricy side. The food is absolutely wonderful. Truly. Excellent food, excellent chef. However, for the portion size, it's pricey. One can understand they are doing this intentionally to maintain a higher class of patrons but the tab was a bit jarring. We've been back a couple times, took friends once. They enjoyed it but they too, did mention the prices. Great place in the heart of downtown. We'll be back. Hopefully they'll adjust portions to match their pricing.

We celebrated 36 years of marriage at El Gaucho in Vancouver, and we honestly couldn't think of a…read morebetter way to mark the milestone! From the moment we walked in, the personal touches were amazing. They had personalized our menu, left a signed congratulations card on our table, and even scattered rose petals across the tablecloth. It made an already special night feel truly unforgettable. Our waiter, Scott, was fantastic and funny--he made the entire evening so memorable! Pro tip: Do yourself a favor and specifically ask for Scott when you make your reservation. We ordered from the Prime Hour menu, which is an absolute bargain. You get to choose between soup or salad, two different entrees, and two different desserts. We both went with the seafood Tagliatelle, and wow. It was so rich, generously loaded with halibut, scallops, shrimp, and prosciutto in an incredible lemon pasta sauce. Note for future diners: They do automatically include a 20% service charge on the bill. However, Scott's service was so exceptional that we happily tipped extra on top of it. Save your pennies, do yourself a favor, and book a table ASAP. You won't regret it!

You can probably guess that El Gaucho is an Argentinian steak house. The interior is very nice and…read moreif you get a window seat, you get a nice view of the Vancouver waterfront. Parking was a little tricky for first timers. Most of the parking is street parking but there in some underground parking available. My friends ordered the filet mignon while I ordered the Sirloin steak medium rare with grilled prawns. We shared the sauteed mushrooms and the crab mac and cheddar cheese. My steak was very good though the outside was a little crispier than I like it. I have eaten Argentinian steak before at another restaurant so i guess this is how it is cooked in Argentina. The mac and cheese was very good though the macaroni noodles seem way large. Service was impeccable and you do get what you pay. Noise level was moderate.

DOSALAS is so good. We went with some friends & all shared appetizers and the tomahawk steak. We…read moreordered the corn salsa, ceviche, ahi tuna tostadas & then the tomahawk steak as our main course. Kevin was our waiter and he was fantastic; he was attentive, friendly, and patient as we had a few questions regarding flavors on the margarita flight. Overall, wonderful dinner experience; you can never go wrong with visiting DOSALAS.

Stopped in for Happy Hour on a Tuesday around 4pm. I made a reservation through Open Table because…read morethey can get pretty busy during summer months on the waterfront. There is street parking available through Parking Kitty, and a parking garage as well. Parking is $3/hr. It's best to download the Parking Kitty app for street parking because 9/10 times the kiosks are out of order. Plus when you have the app you can add more time without having to go back out to the kiosk. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. We were seated at a window booth as requested in the reservation. We both ended up ordering the chicken quesadilla off the Happy Hour menu. It was delicious! My friend ordered a lemon drop and enjoyed it. Overall a nice experience; however, I was a bit disappointed because I stated in my reservation we were celebrating a birthday, but there was absolutely no acknowledgement. I was going to go remind someone, but my friend hinted she wanted to go across the street to Salt and Straw for dessert, so I skipped it. I'd still recommend this restaurant, but hope they pay more attention to details when special occasion reservations are made.

Great beer selection and the only bottle shop I know of on this side of town…read more I've never tried the food, but I hear great things about it. My friends all rave about the grinder sandwich. Service is always great, but can sometime slow down when the line gets long (there is no table service). The ambiance is very rustic and casual. If the main area fills up, there is an additional room with lots of seating through the hallway on the right.

Drinks were solid, service was good, vibes were chill, sandwiches were good but pricey for just a…read moresandwich imo