Great spot for catching the sunset at English Bay! We sat on the patio and had a beautiful view of the beach and sunset. For a downtown waterfront restaurant, the prices were pretty reasonable. Cocktails were around $20 and had some creative options. We also tried the tacos and burger (around $25 each), and both were tasty. It definitely has a touristy vibe, but the food, drinks, and view were all above average. I'd happily come back for another sunset. read more

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We really enjoyed this spot and the service was great. Heaters outside made seating comfortable outdoors, with a great view (people watching!). The drinks were delicious and the food was tasty (I loved the crab! I wish we'd ordered a 2nd one). The kids meals were a good size, too. read more

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The Service was good. We arrived at the restaurant and was seated pretty quickly. The Food was great. I came here with 2 friends. They had the Surf &Turf and I had the Salmon Burger. One of my friends couldn't finish eating her steak because it was pretty rare. The waitress forgot to ask my friends how they wanted their steaks done. Over all the food and service were great. Because my friend couldn't eat her steak the manager whose name is Theo, came and apologized about the steak and gave my friend 50% discount on her bill. The waitress was friendly. Her name is Natasha. We will definitely come back to that restaurant. So if you are looking for a nice place to eat down by English Bay, go to the Hook. You won't be disappointed. We got a seat by the window so we could see the ocean. They do have outdoor seating if you want to sit outside. Carl B. Vancouver, BC. read more

Hook Restaurant was locally recommended for its seafood and stunning views of English Bay, and it did not disappoint! I visited the restaurant during my trip to Vancouver in the summer of 2025 and enjoyed an incredible sunset dinner on the patio with appetizers, cocktails, and an exceptional octopus entree. Ambiance: 5 stars Food: 4.5 stars Service: 4.5 stars read more

Hook Restaurant - Octopus - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I stopped by Hook for happy hour. They have some incredible deals. The servers were all very friendly and knowledgeable. My table was outdoors overlooking the beach, which was lovely! I ordered a lager, fish taco, and crab bucket. The taco was large and packed with fish and vegetables. The crab bucket was served with melted butter, and the legs were a good size. I highly recommend checking out Hook's happy hour! read more

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I have been to Hook a few times and can say that the food is excellent. I love seafood dishes so Hook is one of my to go places if I want to eat fish and seafood. The menu is great, lots of options to choose from and their cocktails are also quite good. I can recommend the oysters and mussels. Great taste, very fresh and original. Service is fast. I would recommend booking a table if you are more than two people. I always manage to get table by walk-in but it can be quite busy during the weekend so better book if you want a table. read more

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We ate at Hook during our visit to English Bay. The location is great if you're already in the area, with a decent view and a casual atmosphere, but overall the experience was pretty average. The biggest issue was the service at the beginning. After checking in, we were seated upstairs, but no one came by for about 15-20 minutes. We eventually had to go find someone ourselves. Our first server also didn't do a great job explaining how the sides worked, which made ordering a little confusing. Fortunately, another server took over and was much more helpful and attentive, so the experience improved after that. As for the food, it was fine but nothing particularly memorable. Given the location in a busy tourist area, I think you're paying more for the convenience and the view than for an exceptional meal. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but it also wasn't one that would have me making a special trip back. read more

Very cool and casual seafood spot right by the water with such a good Vancouver vibe. Tried the calamari and saganaki prawns, both were delicious and tasted really fresh. The view made the whole experience even better. Service was Great. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Vancouver after biking the seawall! read more

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I went here with some friends and it was an overall great experience. I like that they had valet, which was reasonably priced and much needed for the location of the restaurant. Nearby parking is hard to find. Service was great, and we were served quickly. Food came quickly as well, food was fresh and we had a good time. Our table had a young child, but waitress was respectful and kind to her as well. Prices weren't too unreasonable for the area. Will definitely come by again. read more

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I love this place! Came here on a whim as some of my visiting family wanted to try west coast seafood. The food was incredible and the prices were quite reasonable. Food came in rounds and were timed well. The service was lovely. Our server was accommodating and patient with us when we were deciding on what to order. The restaurant itself is decorated beautifully and has a comfortable dining room area where you can get a lot of natural light and view of English Bay. The atmosphere gave off a sophisticated yet casual dining vibe. The only thing is, the dining area has a lot of tv screens so that might be a bit off-putting, depending on the vibe you're going for. Highly recommend the white wine clam steamers and fresh baked focaccia! I still think about it from time to time. read more

Come for the location and the house-made chips/crisps, not the rest of the menu. Mains were just okay, didn't even meet our already low expectations. Lobster Rolls (bun and filling) were disappointing; Cajun Chicken was super dry. Fries were good but extremely greasy. Chips/Crisps were very good. read more

Hook Restaurant - Cajun Chicken - super dry - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came here with my mom as we were craving fish n chips! The ambiance of the restaurant is very nice, with a gorgeous view of English bay and the water. The dining experience however felt a bit odd. We were sat in the very back of the restaurant where it was weirdly empty, despite people sitting on the patio/towards the front of the restaurant. Service was also a bit slow/inattentive. We both got the fish n chips and were content with the our meals. Not bad, but not excellent. I'd say overall the restaurant itself is nice, but the price for quality is definitely skewed. You're paying a bit more for the views, as the food is pretty average. read more

I can easily say this was my favourite restaurant that I ate at while we were in Vancouver! It's in an amazing spot right on English bay and you get a great view. They have a pool table too. I made a reservation in advance and this was the only place that when we showed up they had our table ready for us to go! The oysters Rockefeller are amazing! read more

Hook Restaurant - Oysters Rockefeller - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A patio looking out over English Bay? You cannot lose. Hook is a seafood forward restaurant although there are plenty of other options. Our patio seat was incredible as we watched the sunset go down. First, I'd echos others in that the service was...kinda weird. It just didn't match the environment. Not all that attentive, and just off. Nice, but slow and odd. The food is a solid B. Healthy portions. My Cajun Sandwich was not dry but moist, helped along the way with avocado. Juicy bacon and fresh fries. That said the tomatoes were painfully unripe and the sandwich itself is on hard bread which made it a little tricky to eat. It's fully worth coming here for the location, and if they can level up the service and give the atmosphere more of a personality, this could be a long term gem. read more

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10/10 happy hour. Calamari perfectly cooked and tender with crispy coated crumb exterior, heavy cream white wine and sweet onion mussels and clams with focaccia bread, candied bacon Brussels sprouts with honey and a delectable dressing, all at super reasonable prices. Mussels and clams all open meaning they were all fresh and the bread rivalled some fine dining restaurants. Service from Andy was 11/10 - he was literally the only server in our area and he worked his butt off running around trying to deal with all the tables. Despite that he had an amazing positive attitude and a customer first focus. They found out it was my husband's birthday and Andy gave us a off-the-menu secret desert. Warm peanut chocolate cookie with vanilla ice cream on a skillet! We devoured it. If you like bold creamy flavours and fresh seafood, run to hook seafood bar. Monday to Sunday happy hour! Finishes at 5.30 but check their website for updates. read more

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At English Bay for the celebration of light and wanted to sit down and enjoy some drinks and food before joining the chaos at the beach! We made it just in time for the start of Happy Hour, which runs from 4-6 every day. Saturdays, they have tapped cocktails for $10 all day! We got the margarita and blackbird and enjoyed them both. You MUST get the Chilean prawns!!! These were frickin' fantastic! The shrimp was plump and sweet. That sauce though....make sure you sop up all that goodness with the perfectly grilled bread. 5 STARS! The Peruvian ceviche (3/5) was unremarkable and the avocado fries were bland and sad (2/5). Thanks to our server, Neil, who was great! We sat outside on the patio in the shade and we're happy to people watching before making our way into the crowds. 3.5 stars rounded up. Come for the drinks and an order of Chilean prawns...or two...or three! read more

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WOW talk about Shit Service!!! Just went to this restaurant and we ordered two orders of Calamari and a full meal for 4 adults! None of us drink Alcohol. Took forever to get our 4 pops and the we got our fresh Calamari but it was battered in corn meal which totally ruined the freshness. After sitting and waiting another 45 minutes for our food our waiter comes over and says "that's was 2 fish and chips a cod burger and prawn pasta right?" He hadn't even punch in our order for dinner!! WTF!! If that wasn't enough you'd figure they comp the Calamari but no! $50 (no tip of course) needless to say won't be recommending this place TO ANYONE! read more

Had a great evening. First time visit. Managed to get a patio seat with an ocean view for the sunset. Service was excellent ! We were checked on regularly by multiple servers and plates were cleared away at the appropriate times (which doesn't happen very often). Calamari and burger was good but personally I would have enjoyed a little more added flavour. Nice warm outdoor heating too. Thanks to everyone for a pleasant evening ! read more

Hook Restaurant - Patio View - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Ladies' night downtown. Busy Friday night Service was exceptional. Very friendly and attentive. The place was busy and had a great vibe. We each ordered the Salmon Westcoast Bowl. It took.a whole.to prepare but came out delicious. The salmon was warm and tasty. We were pleasantly satiated with this meal. Will visit again and try something else on their menu. read more

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We were 8 strong - parents, kids, grandkids (3 and 5) celebrating my birthday before cruising to Alaska. We booked a reservation early in the day, and were so glad we did. Theo, Andy, and all could not have made it a better evening!! Food was amazing (sablefish and beautifully fresh oysters!!), great drinks (watermelon slushie w tequila is the perfect start AND finish), cinnamon bread focaccia, a great location near the water, and service that reimagines hospitality as it is supposed to be. Our grandkids were happy, our kids were happy, and we were delighted - such a comfortable space, with big window walls and open air patio. Just wish we could be here more often!! read more

Such a disappointment. I had to ask two people for water. The waitress repeated the order back to us and then twenty minutes later, we find out she put the wrong order in and completely didn't even place the other one. I will say that the view was nice though. read more

Pretty aggressively average overall. The fish and chips were good, as was the Bloody Mary, but everything else we had (risotto and a couple more cocktails) was just average, nothing to write home about. Go somewhere else, overall. read more

We had such a wonderful meal at Hook today! The fish tacos and fish & chips were perfect. Service was great as well.

Great experience. Theo was exceptional: He made great recommendations, was knowledgeable, and the service was great! A very memorable experience. Oysters were great! read more

Love the ambiance, the food is great quality, it was my second time here , you must try their burger, there was no fan on a hot summer day which sitting inside feels stuffy but how many hot days there is anyway :) read more

Great location been a number of times. Had the fish and chips which was quite nice . Felt it was super stingy to be charged extra for a side of mayo on $30 main. read more

Came here for brunch after biking the seawall with my girlfriend. It wasn't busy when we arrived around 12:30 so we got a patio seat. By the time we ordered about 10 minutes later, it got a lot busier. We just beat a few groups of cyclists and tourists. The server was outgoing, very helpful with her opinion on food and was quick with our drinks. The place was clean, lots of room and looks like a typical seafood place. There is a small oyster bar area, a small regular bar and lots of tables so good for groups. I had ordered the soft shell crab BLT and my gf ordered the fish tacos. If you ate just the soft shell crab by itself, then it was a bit salty however with the other ingredients for the sandwich, it blended well. The bread was crispy and had just the right amount of butter. The fish taco had a little kick to it which she liked. The chipotle mayo added to the flavor. I would order it again. * read more

Hook Restaurant - soft shell crab BLT - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Excellent seafood and hospitality, the food was great overall and the staff was friendly and quick. I enjoyed the salmon tartar dip the most with the house made kettle chips, excellent. The Spanish octopus was delightful as well. Would highly recommend. read more

This was my first time ever in Canada. One of my friends picked out this place to go eat. Our server was amazing. The burger and fries were amazing. The lager was cold and very good. Next time I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely gonna come back. read more

Located near the water in English Bay. Great location, amazing view, decent food, but not the best service. We had a 7pm reservation on a Thursday evening. It was about the perfect time, as we had the opportunity to see the sunset. It took a few minutes to get seated, so we were asked to wait along the sidewalk area. We started with the Lobster Guacamole, which was not what I expected at all. It was such a small serving, with very little chips...and I questioned whether there was lobster at all in this dish. We each had an order of the Fish and Chips. This was pretty standard for Fish and Chips. Service was not great. I know she was busy, but I think they could have done better. Perhaps have someone else walking around taking care of drinks and refilling water. It was a bit frustrating trying to get the server back to our table. I'd give this place another shot. However, there are several restaurants in the area with similar views. It's the view that has me wanting to come back. read more

Hook Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came here in celebration of my boss's promotion. It was very exciting for our whole team. We got a bunch of things to share. Me and my other two colleagues shared a fishbowl mojito. That was good but definitely too much lol. At the end we had some trouble finishing it. We made it here during happy hour. We ordered couple orders of: Chicken wings, Oysters Fried Cauliflowers Ceviche Guacamole and chips We also had drinks as well. Server was not very attentive. The restaurant itself was not busy. It was definitely a great place to chill and look out their windows. Great view for being across the street from the beach. Food was pretty good. I like the atmosphere and will definitely come back. read more

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Despite all the negative reviews of this place, we decided to give it a try for lunch before heading back to Seattle. We just finished time at Stanley park and this it the perfect stop post park. We actually walked into to Cactus Club and then out of Cactus club before landing here. We are SO glad we ended up here. I have to say this is one of the most aesthetically pleasing restaurants I have been to of late. Perfect coastal touches without feeling too over the top. Subway tike, wood, and beautiful art work. Lots of thought went in to this place for sure. We sat on the patio and had excellent service! It was Tuesday and pretty slow. We did a few apps and drinks. I had one of the on tap margs, which was actually decent. We were a bit too early for happy hour, but all of those deals looked great. We ordered some "buck a shuck" oysters (Tuesday special), chowder, the lobster guacamole and the soft shell crab sandwich. The lobster guacamole was good, but not a ton of lobster in it. I probably wouldn't order it again. They oysters were fresh and served with creative homemade hot sauce and mignonette. The chowder had big chunks of salmon in it and was very good. The show stealer was definitely the soft shell crab sandwich. We ordered this to share and I wish we would have each ordered our own. It's served like a po boy and soooo good. We will definitely be back after our next Stanley Park Adventure. read more

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I came here for the first time Sunday night with a group of eight and was very impressed by my experience. I was apprehensive after reading the polarizing reviews on here, but I had nothing short of a perfectly lovely experience. The nautical theme they've used for the decor here is very inviting. Black wicker fixtures on the lights, floor to ceiling windows showcasing English Bay views and the blue whale mural help make this a really nice space. Arriving just in time for happy hour, we ordered some specials to share. The Royal Miyagi oysters were great for buck-a-shucks - medium-sized with a deep shell, they tasted very clean and sweet. Hook's homemade cocktail sauce and yuzu mignonette were nice accompaniments, though I did find the latter a touch sweet. Our table also got the guacamole and chips, which I didn't try but heard nothing but positive things about. Our waitress was also intuitive enough to swing by with a second portion of chips before being asked, and was on the ball with attentive service all night. Onto the mains - within our group, we had the Fettucine, K's FC, BLT, Seafood Stew, and Sunday Supper. Presentation wise, everything looked great. The Fettucine came generously portioned with lots of shellfish, including clams, shrimp, and mussels. K's FC is Hook's take on fried chicken and comes with three meaty pieces of bone-in chicken rested on garlic mash. It was well-executed with a perfectly crisp skin and juicy interior. Two in our group got the Seafood Stew and they both really enjoyed it. Note that it doesn't come with bread, which seems odd to me. I feel like bread would add some substance to the dish as an entree, plus who wouldn't want to soak up all that delicious broth? However, the stew did have nice Thai inspired flavours and an abundance of white fish, lobster meat, and shellfish. I went with the Sunday Supper for my main, which includes your choice of a half lobster or dungeness crab with garlic mash and seasonal vegetables. I went with the lobster, which was perfectly cooked and retained its springy texture. The garlic mash was indulgent and creamy, and the shaved carrots and green beans provided some brightness to the dish. I didn't get a chance to try the BLT but heard that the soft shell crab and poached prawn were nice additions. Drinks wise, our group tried a wide array of craft beers and cocktails as they offer both on tap. I'm usually more of an IPA or (occasional) saison drinker, but the happy hour lager was a tasty, easy drinking beer for $4. I also had one of their caesars on special, which incorporates Walter's mix (my personal favourite) and a poached prawn garnish. The caesars here are definitely on the lighter side and I like mine really muddy/spicy, but their rendition was a better complement to the food we were having. Overall, I had a great experience at Hook and would not hesitate to return. It's nice to have an option by English Bay that isn't a chain restaurant, and I can see business really excelling in the summer months. read more

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So 4 years ago my fat ass went to hook looking to scarf down some seafood chowdaaaa. I got food poisoning.... And the MOD was so rude.... And the service was awful.....and I said I would never go back. Fast forward to a girlfriend doing her birthday there and getting stuck once again at the worst restaurant in Vancouver. My non alcoholic pre bottled fucking beer took 55 minutes when they had 6 other tables. My food was so bland I took one bite and packed it up so I could season it myself at home. The server autograted and didn't tell us. The server also thought for the awful service she could buy me off with a shot of tequila when I don't drink and it made me more annoyed. Anyhooters this place fucking sucks don't waste your time or money. read more

food is over priced not worth the drive and why is it that the owner with out a handipaek sign can park in a handicap parking stall

This place is great! The patio and the view is gorgeous. The staff was lovely and the food is delicious. The fish and chips was BOMB!

It has been a long since I've been down to English Bay so on the way home today my mother and I stopped and looked around. We ended up at the Hook Seabar due to location and a great menu. I had the blackened salmon and I must say it was among some of the best salmon I've ever had. Cooked right to the point of being done and more tender than I've ever had before. My mother had the muscles and clams and was very pleased with the portion size. The service was great and the view from the window, watching Candian Geese walk in and out of traffic without a car in the world was thoroughly​ amusing. read more

Hook Restaurant - Blackened Fish (Salmon) - Seafood Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

After the sunset at English Bay, stop here! We did and had a wonderful meal, great service and live music. We shared the fish tacos and roasted corn for our meal. The tacos were flavorful with a great kick. The side salad helps cook your mouth down after the heat fully kicks in. The roasted corn with cheese and an aioli crema-like sauce was A-mazing! (I would rate the corn as 7 out of 5.) we finished with the lemon cream tart - a very nice, not overly sweet - shareable dessert. I should also say that the view of street life and English Bay are fantastic. We enjoyed the sunset with hundreds of other folks at English Bay Beach, then took the leisurely stroll to the restaurant. The hostess team was very friendly. You can sit outside or in. We sat inside at an open window table - a little warmer as the night air rolled in off the bay. Our server was also cheerful and had that perfect sense of timing, even though she was covering lots of ground throughout the restaurant. This meal and experience was really delightful and I recommend Hook Seabar if you're a visitor or a local. There's lots to enjoy. read more

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Stopped in for a happy hour bite after bicycling. service was friendly fantastic. Seafood chowder was my favorite/ delicious, scalding & chunky, with mussels & clams & the bread charred perfectly. Lobster roll & chips were good but kinda average. read more

Fried chicken, lime margaritas.......that view!! I have been here twice now and I am definitely a fan! My first visit was for Dine Out Vancouver. I enjoyed and inhaled every single item on my Dine Out menu; wine paring was on point. Service was attentive and overall a good experience. My second visit was for HAPPY HOUR. Pretty good happy hour with $7 red and white house wine by Serendipity (BC VQA)! Also, a few cocktails and beers on. I enjoyed their lime margarita on the rocks made with fresh lime (2 ounce pour). Their fried chicken, which is the best I have ever had, is on for $10. This chicken is so good you may not want to share (we ordered two). Update: fried chicken and the avocado beet fries are no longer on the happy menu!!! Hook also has a few other appetizers on special as well as their daily taco creation. We also tried the Avocado and Beet Fries and Lobster Guacamole. The Avocado Fries are a large portion, but a little too much batter for me. The fries are avocado fries and they are served with battered and fried beets on the sides; not a mix of the two. The Lobster guacamole was basically guacamole with lobster bisque surrounding it (I think). Fairly large restaurant with a dining room and a lounge/bar side. Modern and tastefully decorated. The views of the beach and water are fantastic!! The ambiance here is smart casual and relaxed. Live music was playing the night I first visited, which was held on the bar side. Daily food and drink specials: Wing Wednesday; their very tasty and massive whole wings are on for $12. Incredible flavor! I can't wait to happy on the patio when summer has finally arrived! Get Hooked on Hook :) read more

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