I have a newfound love for Filipino cuisine and food now. My group ordered the sinigang shrimp,…read morechicken adobo, beef pares, buihon guisado and everything was just so amazingly flavourful. Some of our favourites were the adobo that wasn't too vinegary like some other spots and the beef pares had a nice sweetness.

First time here and the staff were sooo welcoming! Tried out a few of their dishes!…read moreSinigang shrimp - a little too sour but lots of veggies and shrimp inside! Highly recommend ordering rice to go with it Chicken adobo - Chicken came off the bone and was perfectly marinated! Beef pares - thought the noodles were too soft and it was on the salty side Buihon guisado - big hit amongst the group!

A group of us were on the waitlist for Tom Sushi, but the wait was 90 minutes, and a couple of us…read morewere hungry, so we decided to stop here for a drink and quick bite. Being familiar with Maenam, Sen and Fat Mao, I had a certain level of expectation for Sainam. It was early on Friday evening (around 6pm) and it wasn't busy. I didn't make much of a note of the decor - a nice enough space, but not memorable by any means. What I tried: - Lychee Rhubarb Lemonade: Good. It was refreshing. - Som Tom Sua: Not good. It lacked flavour. I wouldn't order it again. - Laab Fried Rice: Good. Good flavour and wok hei. Quite expensive for the portion size though. Service was adequate. Friendly and attentive enough, but nothing remarkable. I recognize that we didn't sample a lot, but what I did have was mixed. I would consider coming back to give it another chance.

We found parking on the street but there is an underground parking garage right between Sainam and…read morethe Independent grocery store. We had reservations. The décor is very nice. Service was okay. I prefer another Thai restaurant that we tried last month. We wanted to have mussels, but they were not available. We had pork crackling to start and ordered pad thai with chicken, grilled pork neck and a bowl for jasmine rice for our dinner. The pad thai was very good. The grilled pork neck was average. I was very surprised that the rice came hot in a small plastic bag. Not sure how healthy that would be. We also ordered a couple of glasses of wine. The wine prices are exorbitant. $15.00 for a glass that did not appear to even have 6 oz. of wine in it. It is unlikely that we would return. There are better Thai restaurants in town.

Super tasty Filipino place a few blocks N of Lonsdale Quay…read more Parking is available but limited on the streets. The interior is pretty dumpy. Basically a hole in the wall. Nice casual comfort food. Looks like a mom & pop (brother & sister?) place. The guy used to the executive chef at Truffle House (now closed) in Ambleside (West Vancouver). I happened to enter the place near their closing time (incorrect business hours) but they were kind enough to still serve my buddy and me with whatever they had still available. I had their litson (lechon) with garlic rice. Super tasty. Gobbled up the entire thing. The lechon skin was a bit hard, but I think that was more because it had been sitting all afternoon. Not going to hold that against them. Served with tangy chili(?) dipping sauce. They have other cafeteria items available if one comes earlier in the day. Definitely will be back to try some of their other stuff. Recommended.

What a great discovery! Filipino food is the unsung hero of South Asian cuisine. Unbelievably…read morefriendly and helpful. The chef was quite jovial and the lady who ran FOH was lovely. It's a teeny place with only 5 or 6 small tables, so takeout might be a great option too. I had the grilled squid stuffed with sisig (sautéed pig parts) and garlic rice and it was spot on. Best Filipino garlic rice I've had in vancouver. Squid was perfectly grilled and the sisig never lets you down, especially with the great vinegar sauce that comes with. Lovey had the 2 dish special with garlic rice, and her two dishes were Bicon Express (pork in coconut milk with a bit of chili) and Laing, which is taro leaves cooked down in coconut milk. Superb, even if it's not the most appetizing looking! Can't recommend this place enough. I'll be back again and again.

This was my first time at this Heritage Asian Eatery location. I had visited the one on Broadway a…read morefew times (before it closed permanently), and had mixed experiences there. I thought this location would be similar but it is quite difference. This is a full service restaurants, where the Broadway location was more of quicker counter-service operation. This space is much more elevated, with the bar dominating the centre space. We tried the following: - Cucumber: Good. Simple, crisp and refreshing. - Squid: Very good. Salted egg yolk gave great flavour, texture was just right. Very thick pieces. - Mushrooms (Seasonal Vegetable): Very good. Just the right spice level, and loads of umami. - Beef Noodles: Good. Wagyu beef is the highlight as it's so tender and coated with a delicious black pepper sauce. Felt they could've provided more noodles given the price. - Heritage Fried Rice: Very good. Pretty close to traditional, and good wok-hei. - Sablefish: Good. Quite a traditional dish on top of silken tofu. All the flavours were right, but felt the sablefish was overcooked as it was quite still stiff. Service was very attentive and interactive. Fine-dining level service where they describe the dish as they present it to the table. Overall, a good experience. A mix of traditional and modern flavours and recipes, that all generally work. Yes, it's more expensive than a regular Chinese restaurant, so you're paying for the ambiance, the innovation and service. I'd consider returning.

Went to their West Pender location when they just opened and loved it, so went to the main st…read morelocation as second visit. Was kinda disappointed. Food overall was very salty and saucy. Especially the eggplant bowl -- the rice was soaked in soy sauce, so I couldn't even eat much. As for the bang bang prawn, the texture was very tender, and the flavor was strong on the coating. The roast duck looked heavy in taste but actually wasn't. But I feel it wasn't cooked enough, so it was hard to take the meat off the bone. Cucumber as a cold snack was good... nice paired with alcohol.

This place is great. The decor inside is warm. Service is fast. The food taste great we had the…read moreshaking beef with rice and soup. And the pho tai and all the pho dishes can be upgraded to a combo which includes a drink & appetizer for an additional $6

I'll start with the bad. They have a RAT PROBLEM around the perimeter of the building as well as…read moreINSIDE about 4 feet away from where I was sitting. Outside by their big garbage bin, there were a few rats hanging around look for food. Food was decent. Plenty of parking. It's a matter before the rats force them to shut down once the city finds out. My guess is this has been an ongoing issue. Hopefully they address it. I would not come back until the city does a thorough inspection and remediation.

We had an incredible meal at Song recently…read more We came for the set menu, which doesn't explicitly list what dishes you'll get, other than that's it's an assortment of some of their popular dishes. We made a reservation beforehand but didn't need to decide on the set menu until we sat down, so we had the flexibility to decide if we wanted to order a la carte or not. Our server was super nice and clearly enthusiastic about the dishes that she described to us as she brought them. FOOD // The pomelo salad was the star of the meal - SO good! I've had pomelo before and sometimes have mixed feelings about it, depending on how sweet/sour it is and how juicy it is. Song's pomelo salad was mixed with some amazing flavors - I have no idea what was in it, but it tasted super unique, refreshing and sweet/savory - and it came with a bunch of betel leaves to wrap with, which was my first time trying betel leaves and also had a really interesting taste, almost minty but not like peppermint. GET THE POMELO SALAD! I really liked everything else we got too - satay chicken toast amuse bouche, shrimp toast, duck confit red curry, tom kha ($10 CAD extra for the best tom kha I've ever had), even the oyster was good (not too briny, as someone who doesn't love raw oysters). The only thing I'd skip on next time is the Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry, which was a bit too salty and didn't feel that unique compared to the rest of the meal. The lychee sorbet dessert was a refreshing end to the set menu meal. We were stuffed by this point and didn't have room for a second dessert from the main dessert menu, even though they all sounded good. Total price for the set menu came out to ~$72 pp including tip. Next time I want to try the pad thai and fish too, which friends have recommended.

Song is a Michelin guide Thai eatery known for their upscale approach to modern Thai cuisine…read more Reservations are highly recommended, so plan accordingly. Inside, they have a gorgeous setup with a solid amount of seating. Wifey and I stopped by with dinner reservations to celebrate our friend's bday. We got the Grilled Pork Jowl, Crab Fried Rice, and Steak Nam Prik. Everything that we had was incredibly delicious and flavorful. I would highly recommend booking your next date night or celebration meal here!

Sadly, the experience I had was far from 'impressive'. Overpriced and not filling whatsoever. They…read morehad a bunch of visual tricks and garnishings, but the meal itself was nothing special and the wine pairing did not suit the meal at all. I have had many better Thai experiences throughout the lower mainland at a fraction of the price and with better service. I even asked a question of our waiter and he nervously responded, "I'm sorry, but we are not allowed to converse with the guests." Both myself and my friend who invited me thought this was very odd and it put a dark mood on the evening as we felt like we were being watched by the owners. It was creepy. A couple of other friends of mine also had similar experiences remarking that that staff are always walking on eggshells to the point where it dampened their experience. The experience was an unfortunate waste. Afterwards, we went to a different seafood restaurant in Steveston to get a full meal and we were satisfied by that experience, thank goodness. I have since steered many interested parties away from this restaurant and will continue to do so. **Plus, I don't know why it's stated here on Yelp that they have a Michelin Star, because according to the Michelin Guide, they do not. If Michelin has awarded them one, then Michelin stars mean nothing.

Ambiance: Stunning and elegant. From the moment you walk in, everything feels intentional and…read morerefined. Food: Elevated Thai cuisine with beautifully crafted presentation. Portions are small, but clearly designed for a fine-dining experience rather than a filling meal. Standouts: The Pad Thai was impressive and well-balanced, especially for someone very familiar with Thai food. But the highlight for me was the Organic Coconut Galangal Soup with Crispy Wild Sockeye Salmon -- deeply flavorful, comforting, and the dish that truly stayed with me. Service: Attentive and thoughtful. I was here for my birthday and received a greeting letter and card, which made the experience feel extra special. Value: Pricey, yes -- but when you factor in the food, service, and overall experience, it's worth it for a special occasion. Highly recommended for celebrations or a meaningful night out.

Service was great and this restaurant with its multiple big screens is perfect for watching sports…read moregames. Prices are on the high side but it's Vancouver. The seafood pancake was soggy but the stir fried pork on the hot plate was nicely seasoned. Portion sizes are average and comes up to roughly $40pp with no drinks. All around it's a great place to go with friends. Parking is tough in this area and this is not stroller and wheelchair friendly as you have to walk up to the 2nd floor.

In Vancouver with family for Spring Break, and with it being cold and rainy, we wanted some Korean…read moresoup. So glad we found Banju - and we knew we were in the right place when EVERYONE in the restaurant - wait staff, sushi chef, customers, cooks - were Korean. The menu is vast, and the prices are surprisingly resonable. NOTE: they only have menus using QR codes. AMBIANCE & SERVICE - modern restaurant. Low lighting, good vibes. We were greeted by several people right away, with a smile, eager to seat us. They were very attentive and filled our water and checked in on us several times. Impressed by their attentiveness. FOOD: We ordered steamed clams in a garlicky sake broth, and they were delicious! Perfectly steamed, and generous portion to share with 4 of us. LA Kalbi dish - very good. Meat was good, but a little too saucy. Beef Soondubu - generous portion. Son enjoyed it. Beef Dol Sot Bibimbap - also very generous. Pot was extremely hot, so the rice was extra crispy on the bottom. Came with miso soup. Very filling. Hubby ordered the Spicy Seafood Spaghetti (aka Jampong), which was decent. A little sweet, but plenty of seafood, and the texture of the noodles were good. And Kalbi Tang - this one got extra points b/c hubby loves piping hot soup. Broth was so tasty. The meat however, could have been cooked longer. Should be falling off the bone. Dishes came with 3 small side dishes (banchan) - would have been nice to have bean sprouts or spinach, which they did not have. But that's being nitpicky. This was one of our favorite meals in Vancouver, and would definitely recommend. They exceeded our expectations, and left feeling like this was money very well spent.