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    Elements Restaurant

    4.4 (593 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    ELEMENTS RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Double bone lamb chop
    Paul M.

    We did a 1/2 dozen oysters to start, which had caviar on top, some seaweed salad and other goodies which made them very approachable and delicious. Double bone in lamb, with squash, Mole Rose, potato, and some other amazing goodness i cannot remember. The lamb was meaty and delicious, cooked to perfection. Chef Sosa delivered yet another perfectly curated and prepared masterpiece. We paired it with a very affordable Cab Sauv, and crème brûlée for desert. The service was impeccable as always. Chef Sosa visited our table twice during our meal to make sure everything was acceptable. We were seated at one of the cool living edge tables made from a cedar round. Definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for fine dining, an expertly curated menu, and freshly prepared meals from locally sourced ingredients.

    Chilequiles Rojo
    Heide D.

    First thing you notice- ambiance is very rustic modern. Dim lighting. Bright enough inside the restaurant to where candles are lit and pieces of natural light from outside shine in. My mother and I came for brunch today on a whim and so happy we did! I had the chilequiles rojo. My mom had biscuits and gravy and our brunch was to die for! I'm usually not a breakfast food type girl so this is high praise for myself. Portions were massive I had to take a to-go box home with me. Service was prompt and knowledgeable. Definitely want to come enjoy dinner here sometime soon as well

    Tres Leches cake

    Simply amazing food. I had to fight the urge to lick the plate. Highly recommended. The goat cheese fondue combined with the red wine reduction was incredible. My only regret is not getting more bread to soak up the juices.

    Grapefruit mimosa
    Jen V.

    Have walked by Elements so many times but never had a chance to come in - when I was looking for where to grab brunch this morning I was happy to see Elements had a brunch menu. Service was so great - everyone was kind, friendly, and seemed genuinely happy to be there. The menu options were great - I ended up getting the steak & eggs and my dad got the chilaquiles verdes. We both also got mimosas - they do something different with their grapefruit mimosas and I love it!! So many times the grapefruit mimosas are sickly tart but this one was not. Food, drinks, and service were all great. I look forward to having brunch here again in the future.

    King salmon
    Bob S.

    4.5 Stars Fresh & Flavorful We finally made it elements in Vancouver. It was pretty easy to find and they had a parking lot behind the restaurant with a back door making it convenient. The staff we welcoming and very friendly. They have atrong emphasis on local, sustainable sourcing and ever-changing, inventive dishes. We shared the beet salad which hit the spot. For entrees we had, roasted king salmon, parmesan crusted petrale sole and rigatoni. Definitely a spot we would come back to and recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dinner in Vancouver.

    Pumpkin tiramisu
    Andrea A.

    We tried Elements for the first time on NYE & despite their having a packed house we were all blown away. We opted for their tasting menu which I'm happy we did because every dish was delicious and satisfying to the senses. I loved the ambiance and kindness of the staff who really did their best to make sure we were comfortable and had a great time. Best way to end 2025

    Bloody Margaret (gin, instead of vodka), quite tasty, but definitely on the spicy & garlicky side.
    Rose D.

    Still 5-Stars! This update is to add a comment on their weekend brunch (more on that later in this review update). Follow them on instagram for drool-inducing photos & videos of menu spotlights, along with updates on specials. Everything in my previous reviews still hold true. This is a wonderful place for a special occasion meal, date night, or just to "treat yo self!" The food is always incredibly delicious, the menu changes regularly with as many locally sourced ingredients by the season as possible, and the service is always warm & friendly, without any hint of pretentiousness. Their cocktails & desserts are heavenly as well! Oh, and you get a complimentary crème brûlée dessert if it's your birthday! I recommend making a reservation online for dinner if possible as it's a smaller place, but walk-ins are sometimes possible. They also have an upstairs section you can reserve for larger groups. Their weekend brunch is also so delicious, with some standard breakfast options (but elevated & presented beautifully), along with some more unique options that change with local produce availability. You can usually get in for brunch easily without a reservation, but I still recommend making a rez online ahead of time if you know for sure what weekend day & time you'll be there, just in case. If you have the opportunity to attend one of Chef Miguel's special prix fixe themed menu dinners, I highly recommend! He has them from time to time and they are truly magnificent. There's always a beverage pairing menu available as well you can add on. I attended one of his vegan dinners and WOW - I'm not vegan, and it was so delicious, I would have sworn some of those dishes had meat in them because he worked some umami magic on those fruits & veggies! He posts info on these special menu nights on Instagram, and you have to reserve ahead to get a spot, so be on the lookout for posts about those.

    Eggs and Bacon
    Kelsie D.

    We had a nice experience overall at Elements. The vibe here is super cute and cozy without trying too hard. The live edge tables really stood out. They add a beautiful natural touch to the space. Service was wonderful from start to finish, attentive and friendly. We ordered the biscuits and gravy, and the avocado and lox Benedict. Both were flavorful and thoughtfully presented. I had the Portuguese biscuits with the benedict and I thought those were just ok. A bit dense for my liking. I also do wish the Hollandaise had been a bit warmer. I would come back though. I'd love to try their dinner!Overall great atmosphere, great service, and a menu is worth exploring further.

    Bread
    Tuyen H.

    My husband and I came here on a Saturday evening. We had reservations and were quickly seated to our table. Our hostess came and took our drink order quickly. We looked at the menu and decided to choose a few different items to share. The bread and butter was great. The scallops was my husband's favorite. It was very tasty. The NY strip was thoroughly cooked to perfection. Everything was delicious. Our table was often glanced at and taken care of, which we appreciated. The atmosphere of the space was very cozy. The live edge tables elevated the restaurant and not to mention all of the amazing artwork hung throughout the restaurant. We will be back to try a different menu in the near future.

    Peppermint & espresso panna cotta
    Michelle R.

    Sunday 10am, of course all places will be busy with waits for breakfast! I called and they let me know there is no wait right now and will setup a table for our party of 4, to be ready for our arrival - how sweet?! The person who answered the phone was so kind, professional and bubbly as well! We were seated promptly and all staff welcomed us warmly when we walked in. No lie, the iced tea was the best iced tea I've ever had lol not sure if it's brewed in house or what, but so good! Lemon ricotta pancakes, we wanted to try multiple things so very happy to know they can do a half order, and they were amazing - like I'd give my kidney up for them. Roasted potatoes, again, best I've ever had, flavorful, seasoned to perfection. Our eggs Benedict we opted for the Portuguese muffin, made in house, slightly sweeter than an English muffin and denser - but it was amazing. One "negative" thing I'd have to say is one of the kiddos that ordered the classic breakfast with sausage was disappointed that the sausage was chorizo - he assumed breakfast sausage as we all did - the menu didn't say chorizo. I've been wanting to try this place for a while, I'll be back for dinner for sure!! Oh and on the to go boxes the staff wrote the date on the box and a cute note

    Prime Peppercorn NY Strip
    Rob S.

    We had a nice evening at Elements. Dinner service was great and the food was good. We started with the Hamachi Crudo that tasted amazing. While the Poached Lobster was a little overcooked but good, the steak was cooked perfectly and the truffle butter made it exceptional. For dessert we had the pumpkin tiramisu which was good too. Service was excellent.

    Arnold Palmer

    We googled "best restaurant in Vancouver " and Elements was one of the top results if not the top and Google was right. I had the salmon with pork rinds, pork chop with egg noodles and followed up with vanilla bean crème brûlée, wow it was good! I will be back.

    Tortilla Española! To die for! Your tastebuds will thank you!
    Jennifer G.

    This is my new favorite breakfast spot! I absolutely love their Tortilla Espańola. Excellent staff, Excellent atmosphere, go here!

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    Ask the Community - Elements Restaurant

    Is there a kids menu? If so, I don't see it on the website.

    I did not see a kids menu. I don't think they cater to very young children. The place is small and kids would be bored.

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Yes they are. Please visit our website to view our current menu. At www.elementsvancouver.com Any questions please call us 360 258 0989

    Why do you come up when I search SUSSHI!!!!? You DO NOT MAKE SUSHI

    I’m not sure probably because at some point we had sashimi on the menu.. I’m sorry

    Vegan breakfast/brunch items?

    Ask the chef Miguel when you get there he would be happy to help out.

    Do they have mimosas?

    Yes they do. Hand squeezed. At least a couple different kinds

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    I met up with a good friend for a coffee catch up and we decided to extend our gathering into lunch…read moreand she suggested Pacific House. It was relatively quiet for a Thursday at noon, but the area is undergoing major street improvements which is likely to affect crowds. It was open seating and we had plenty of choices to choose from. Service was prompt and guardedly friendly. I ordered the nachos because, when faced with a choice that includes nachos, I always choose nachos. They were on the cold side. As I got deeper into the nachos, I encountered a grey, slimy mush which I scraped off and ate around. We didn't have the menus any longer and I couldn't recall if it had beans or meat. I didn't mention it to our server because I wasn't able to look at the menu until I got home. I realize now that was supposed to be the guacamole. I'm all for reducing food waste and I know avocados are expensive, but this was not the nacho dish I thought I was paying for and not something I would want to eat again. We split our bill in half and noticed that there was an additional credit card surcharge on each of our slips. It was not called out to us when the we paid and neither of us could recall seeing that charge specified on the menu, but we didn't look that closely. Considering the other positive reviews, it's possible we hit an off day, but given our experience it's not likely I will return.

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    El Gaucho already charges premium prices, so adding a mandatory 20% service fee that does not go…read moredirectly to the servers feels deeply unethical. Most customers naturally assume a charge of that size is a gratuity for the staff who provided the service. Structuring it otherwise creates a misleading impression and lacks the transparency I expect from a high-end restaurant. I have no issue paying for excellent food, service, or even higher menu prices. What I object to is a pricing practice that appears designed to make customers believe they are rewarding the servers when they are not. Trust is a critical part of any fine dining experience, and this policy has completely eroded mine. Because of it, I will never return to El Gaucho.

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