Surprisingly great food, especially the pizza, for this kind of casual establishment!read more

Craft beer and restaurant near the middle of Whistler Village, just S of the Olympic rings…read more Parking here is horrendous. Surprise surprise. The place is part of Mark James group (Yaletown Brewing etc.), so one can already know what to expect if one has been to the other locations. Staff are friendly. Most of them seem to be Australian. Only complaint was that my friends and I couldn't be seated outside on the patio for some reason, even though there were clearly tables available (I didn't see any reserved signs). Not sure why the waitress insisted we sit inside where the place was maybe 30% full, but oh well. The place feels like a giant chalet, with the timber trim everywhere. They have a pizza oven, and the beer production tanks are visible over the kitchen area. There's even a toy train that does a circuit throughout the dining area (look up). One thing worth mentioning is that the bathrooms are on the 2nd floor, which may be a problem for some. Food here is Whistler pricing, so be sure to have deep pockets. I was told to try the High Mountain beef ribs, so there is now 1 less cow out there. 3 bones drenched in BBQ sauce, served on top of a pile of coleslaw and next to a pile of mashed potatoes (there is a fries option). Ribs were cooked well but the sauce was definitely on the salty side. I tried a piece of my buddy's prime rib and it's pretty solid. The portion size was definitely enough. I was stuffed. I also had a flight of their craft beer (4 glasses). As of the time of writing, they only have 8 beers available, but it was more than enough. Overall the place is worth a visit if one wants pub style comfort food.

One afternoon while in town we headed to Whistler Brewing. What a fun spot. The staff was so…read morefriendly, and fun. Unfortunately the afternoon we were there the kitchen was closed so we couldn't order food. They did offer for us to bring food in and there was a pizza place close, but we had lunch, so it wasn't needed. Mr. B chose the four beers for his flight and he added an extra one. He found the beers to be lovely and he enjoyed each one for the flavor that it offered. I was thrilled to find they also had wine and my riesling was chilled and very good. We really enjoyed our time there. Mr. B loved the Chestnut ale and bought a six pack. He enjoyed a few in the evening while we were at the hotel, and he carefully packed the other four to bring home.

Amazing beer. Amazing apps. Amazing service. AAA+++ The pumpkin pie ale is phenomenal. The honey…read morelager is dynamite. Husband loved the Mexican lager and the Mountainier Pilsner. All them were super refreshing after a long day of hiking. And the samosas were some of the best we've ever had. Tasted like they were freshly made that day. The mango chutney perfectly complimented the spiciness of the filling. Our waiter was friendly and very attentive. Dog friendly patios are a HUGE plus!

Headed to Whistler for a vacation and had to stop here to grab a beer flight and some beers for the…read moreroom! Backcountry is my favorite brewer in BC so it was nice to stop post travel for an IPA flight which was delicious and some crispy French fries ! Service was fantastic, loved the outside patio and ambience and grabbed some beers and merchandise to go! Always a great experience!

tl;dr the impressive sour lineup and fun bar fare are sure to satisfy at this approachably…read moredelicious Squamish brewery Squamish may seem at first like a scenic-yet-suburban pit stop between Vancouver and Whistler. But don't sleep on Squamish's limited-but-delicious food scene. A solid place to start is Backcountry Brewing, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it bar and restaurant on the back side of the towns main shopping plaza. Since debuting in 2017, Backcountry has been a British Columbia beer darling; now, Backcountry prides itself on an ambitious lineup of limited-release beers. From the outside, the converted warehouse blends in with the rest of the industrial block. But inside, Backcountry is lively and inviting. The accents sport a tan and teal color palette. The bar to the right is decked with retro bulbs and a letterboard menu. Sound-dampening panels and camo-shaded lamps hang down from the soaring exposed HVAC. Each table is decked with a laminated BC map and mid-century modern chairs. Eighties tunes echo around the halls. My partner and I visited Backcountry after a full day of hiking, ready to chow down; we ordered a sandwich, a pizza, and a few flights. The Soprano -- Italian Sando was piled high with capicola, mortadella, and prosciutto cotto on a fluffy, poppyseed-laden foccacia. Our side of Five Guys-style, wedge-cut fries was rich and salty, and we loved each one of Backcountry's house-made sauces more than the last. The Meat Your Maker pizza was a deliciously nostalgic riff on the classic meat-lovers pizza. The thin crust stood up against the hefty helping of toppings, and the poofy cornicione paired perfectly with the exciting sauces. On the brewery side, the flights proved to be a fun deal. Across the beers, I was most impressed by the sours. Our collective favorite was the "Plan B? We Need A Plan C, D, E, We Need More Alphabets" (a basil-forward pineapple sour), while the "I'll Take You To the Candy Shop" (a peach-centric sour) and the "Might As Well Go For A Soda" (a gummy cola-esque cherry sour) were strong competitors. Meanwhile, the non-sour beers I tried were relative duds, including the "Never Taken A Shortcut Before?" oatmeal stout and the Sneaky Peach Cider. The service was friendly but somewhat inattentive throughout the meal, and the bill came to about $60 (after tax and tip). More than anything else, Backcountry satisfied -- it achieved the ideal brewery balance of fun, elevated, and casual. After our stay in Whistler, I admittedly had low expectations for Squamish, but Backcountry Brewing was a beyond-pleasant surprise, and I surely would visit again.

Always a solid go-to spot in Squamish Beer is great and so…read moreis the food Also a hotel which is a fun place to stay

Stopped in for a quick lunch with the family while visiting Squamish. Everyone is very friendly and…read morethe place is cute. Gives a lodgey sporty bar feel. I had a beer flight and tried lager (basic but good), Mexican hotchoco nitro stout (very tasty), rail ale (the best one), and a black and blue sour (hoppy but good). My bf had a spicy margarita he said was ok. Fried pickles were delish. Butternut squash soup was watered down and flavorless (disappointing bc it is my favorite). Shared the brewpub burger w yam fries, very good. Bil had poutine he said was good. Sil had fish n chips which she liked. Baby had chicken tenders w fries.

Fun spot to hang out while in Sechelt. We came on a Wednesday night in July, not knowing it was…read moremusic trivia bingo night, and ended up having a great time! The food was a mixed bag, some dishes great, some not so much. The general consensus was the beer wasn't great. But I did enjoy my cocktail! The DJ/emcee for music trivia bingo was a lot of fun. You got to choose your Bingo card. He played songs spanning the decades, but you're also allowed to Shazam. He also walked around, looked at our sheets, and pointed out any songs we may have forgotten to stamp. People from our table one 3 out of 5 prizes given that night! THE DRINKS * Passion fruit fizz - 4.5 stars Lovely thick layer of egg white that gave the drink texture, sharp citrus flavor. Also, props to the staff as my partner ordered the wrong drink for me at first - they let me swap out that wrong order for this drink! * Coast Sour - 3 stars This drink was not for me - too strong, flavors not subtle at all. The beers generally weren't great; a lot of them lacked body and complexity. The best one was the IPA, the worst was the cream ale. THE FOOD * Bayou Bite - 4.5 stars The bun & slaw were good, and we liked the bbq sauce. The breading had a great crunch but we had 2 thinner slices which leads to less juicy chicken and too much breading. * Beer Battered Cod Batch Soft Tacos - 4 stars The fish tasted very fresh, with a nice balanced thin layer of breading and lots of toppings that worked well. Don't let it sit too long or it could get pretty soggy. * Nachos - 1-2 stars I didn't try this or get a photo, but my friend said this was pretty bad.

Chelsea is rude and inattentive. Made eye contact with her when I walked in at about 3 pm on…read moreSeptember 13, 2025 and sat at the bar. Then another patron came in after me. She helped him first (white middle aged man) instead of me, (black female). I ordered a sample of the IPA then she never came back again. Paige was wonderful however, over time she waited on me, I ordered wing, very good and she gave suggestions. She was kind. On my way out, saw Chelsea on the patio, I smiled and said "goodbye." She didn't utter a word to me so then I was sure she had something against me. She needs firing and Paige needs a promotion. Paige is why I ranked in 2 stars instead of 1. I won't be back...ever.

In North Van we decided to try the Angry Otter, as I was hankering a Forno pizza. We thought they'd…read morebe busy so we got there a bit before noon. Needn't have worried as there was exactly "one" person there. Not a really positive sign. While we were in there, about an hour, three guys came in and a delivery guy delivered, that's it. Our server seemed distracted and uninterested, which is tough to fault, given the lack of things to do when the place is empty. The service was pretty slow even though there was no one in the place. The lovely K ordered the Wing special and a Caesar salad. Our server came and said they only had enough to make a small Caesar so she changed the order to a Spinach salad. They also made a small Caesar, and brought it as well. How do you not have makings for one of the three salads you have on the menu at opening? Shook my head at that. The pizza was also below average, I don't think they even make their own dough given its taste. There is no ambience at all really as the accompanying photos show. Overall uninspired, poor service and below par food. Hardly a recipe for success. Sad really, there is a significant investment in the place completely going to waste. We will not return.

I went here with my sister over the weekend for some lunch. I heard about happy hour menu for…read moredrinks and food. The restaurant and the interior was very clean. I'm not sure why it wasn't busy here. Anyways we ordered 10 pc wings ($8), Truffle fries ($8) with Mimosa ($5). Chicken wings were okay. It tasted like something I can easily make at home. Truffle fries were amazing. The portion was big and it was packed with flavours. I hardly tasted truffle in it, but it tasted more garlicky which I didn't mind. Mimosa was great! Although I tasted some wine in it, the drink was refreshing. Service was pretty memorable. Staff were very kind and friendly they greeted and smiled at us. I've rarely been to an establishment where staff were so friendly and smiling especially in Vancouver. Ladies were doing fantastic job serving customers. Angry Otters is a great pub for a dining with friends or family.

I visited Kings Tap at Lonsdale Quay and had such a great experience that we decided to try Village…read moreTap House. All I can say is that their staff training is top-notch. We received excellent, fast service, and the food arrived promptly and was absolutely delicious. The menu is almost identical to Kings Tap's, so we decided to try the chicken wings, steak, fish tacos, and my daughter's favorite...the spicy vodka rigatoni. Everything tasted amazing! The staff was friendly, attentive, and consistently made sure our drinks were topped up. I highly recommend this place.

Tried Village Taphouse in Park Royal and overall had a solid experience…read more I ordered the Nashville hot chicken sandwich on a gluten-free bun, and it really delivered. The bun was nicely toasted and held together well (which isn't always the case with gluten-free options), and the chicken itself was crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and packed with flavour. It came out hot and was served with a side of fresh fries that complemented it perfectly. The only downside was finding a small chicken bone in my sandwich. I let the staff know, and while it didn't completely ruin the experience, it's definitely something worth noting. Overall, it's a great spot for a tasty meal and I'd still come back, just with a bit more caution next time.

These guys have great quality bbq that's juicy and tender every time without a doubt. They're also…read moreone of the only places you can get a nice thanksgiving meal for take out at a reasonable price. Their turkey is smoked and absolutely delicious and comes with a great sweet with a touch of sour cranberry sprouts. The Brussel sprouts are out of this world and the mashed potatoes are accompanied by home-made gravy that has a really meaty flavour to it. The cornbread was a bit on the too-sweet side for me but Smoke and Bones truly does knock it out of the park every time!

Smoke & Bones North Vancouver…read more This is where you can indulge in the smoky charms of southern BBQ heaven We ordered: 2 Meat Combo (Pick any 2 different meats: Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, 1/2 Slab o Ribs, BBQ Chicken or Sausage -- we chose Pulled Pork & Ribs) $39.99 Street Tacos (Choose between Baja Fish or Pork Carnitas -- we chose Pork Carnitas) $7.99 each Oreo Cheesecake Jar $6.99 Food 5/5 Parking 4/5 Ambiance 5/5 Service 5/5 The food here never disappoints. The meat is always tender and juicy and the portions leave you feeling full.

When this restaurant first opened, I enjoyed their menu-it wasn't incredible but had a few decent…read morethings I enjoyed. At some point, either new management or a new chef came in and the whole menu was revamped. Three times my family tried it and every time something was wrong-undercooked chicken, bland items or receiving the wrong order. We stopped going because the food was just too inconsistent. The multilevel building is cool and has a nice patio, so it's unfortunate that their kitchen let me down so often. I will say customer service was always decent.

If I could give this place more than 5 stars, I would. My friend comes here all the time and she…read moreraves about the Vegan pizza. We wanted to try it so she ordered it for lunch. My other friend ordered a big salad with spicy tofu, and I ordered the Banh mi bowl. It was all amazingly delicious. We were so pleased to see so many Vegan options! But the highlight was the Vegan poutine. None of us had tasted poutine before and this version was amazing! Our server knew what she was talking about and was able to ensure all our dishes were fully vegan. Service was excellent and quick. The place was airy with the bay door open and the music was not too loud. Overall a magnificent experience! Don't miss this place!