I came for their Low Tide (happy hour) for some oysters and a beer. I sat at the bar and was…read moregreeted by an excellent bartender. The service is great here and the ambiance is kind of classy. I loved getting to watch the bartender shuck the oysters and grate some fresh horseradish on the plate. It was also really fun that they had a variety of sauces you could put on the oysters ranging from a mild mignonette vinegar and cocktail sauce to spicy hot sauces. The oysters that day were from Fanny Bay, so they were very plump and juicy! The addition of the fresh horseradish on the oysters added a really nice flavor with just a hint of the spicy kick you get from jarred horseradish. I also order the shrimp and lobster sliders, which were very tasty.

Fresh delicious seafood in a lively restaurant!…read more Had an amazing experience here. Took a solo vacay trip to Vancouver and this was on my bookmarks. Did not disappoint!! Was seated front row to all the action. Watched as the employees shucked the oysters at the oyster bar while enjoying my delicious meal. The ambiance is loud, fun, and open. Service was friendly and helpful. My water was refilled often and the men working the oyster bar had great communication. I ordered the Manila clams and many oysters. Delicious. Amazing. Everything I wanted and blew me away. Presentation was immaculate and taste was phenomenal. Incredible meal that left me smiling the rest of the day. Filling and sooo so delicious. I highly recommend Rodney's and will definitely return when in Vancouver!

Eating Fish N Chips here was awesome. Cooked big wildly caught fish here was delicious. The fried…read moreshrimp was also good. It was hard to feed my girlfriend here because she is not a big fan of fried foods, but I manage to find her something good. Service was good, and chips were huge and delicious. Service was good. I will most likely visit again.

I've been meaning to try this place for awhile and finally got my chance as i had a medical apt…read moreclose by. I went in and ordered 2pc snapper and chips. Once my order was completed I found a seat and started to eat. The seating area is limited and if various options, a couple tables here and there and a counter by the window. The fish was crispy and nicely battered and chips were decent. Fish size was again decent i wouldn't say the largest nor small but regular in size to decent fish and chip places. Overall nice, I think strong decent fish and chip place but imo overhyped. It's not bad but nothing mind

Celebrated double birthdays at Riley's over the weekend and another warm, wonderful and amazing…read moreexperience. Best steak and eggs in the city for brunch hands down. Our server was exemplary. She was just the sweetest and most attentive. Everyone that came to check in on us made us feel at right home and it was lovely. Thank you for making our day so special. We appreciated all the special touches Tim!

One of the best services I have received in my life so far! And, I am 63. Everything was great -…read morethe food, atmosphere, everything!

Excellent dining experience! Our server was so kind and accommodating and checked in many times to…read moremake sure we're doing okay. The decor was fancy yet warm and inviting. All of that was a 5/5 In regards to the food, it was incredible! My family and I got the sablefish, halibut, an assortment of sushi, kino salad, and crème brulee. Everything was delicious! * Our favorite was the sablefish. It was packed with umami flavor. I ate that plate CLEAN! 5/5 * The kino salad was refreshing. 5/5 * The halibut has a nice flavor but later got a bit dry. 3.5/5 * Assortment of sushi: tasted really fresh! 4.5/5 * The creme brulee tasted unique with a hint of fruity-ness to it. And the chocolate mousse was really good. (The creme brulee was really shallow. It's usually served in a deeper dish so that was a surprise lol). 4.5/5 * The complimentary bread is soooo good!!! 5/5 Overall, I would Highly Recommend this restaurant! Outstanding service and food

****Service Animal Discrimination Experience****…read more I'm writing to document a disappointing and unacceptable experience with Blue Water Cafe in Vancouver. Earlier today, we called ahead to request dining accommodations with my certified service dog, trained in the United States by an Assistance Dogs International (ADI)-accredited program -- a certification that is fully recognized under British Columbia's Guide Dog and Service Dog Act. Instead of courteously discussing the request or asking the legally permitted questions, the staff member immediately rejected our reservation, accused us of not having proper documentation, and refused to review or even allow us to present our credentials. This was done over the phone, without any attempt to understand the situation or follow BC's service animal regulations. Under BC law, restaurants must accommodate certified service dogs and may only ask: * whether the dog is required because of a disability, and * what task the dog is trained to perform. Blue Water Cafe did neither. Instead, we were dismissed, spoken to rudely, and denied access based on incorrect assumptions about service dog requirements in British Columbia. For a restaurant of this reputation, this level of misinformation and lack of courtesy is unacceptable. Service dog users deserve dignity, lawful treatment, and basic respect -- not snap judgments, false accusations, or barriers to dining. I hope management addresses this immediately through staff training on BC's Guide Dog and Service Dog Act and implements proper procedures so that other guests with disabilities are not subjected to the same treatment. MARY was very rude she had zero empathy and her tone was very obnoxious as well she had zero patience and her tone was not at all pleasing, she shouldn't be in customer service if she has no skill as to how to calm a situation, she has zero empathy towards us and didn't know how to talk in a manner that people would understand your situation, she just didn't seem to care. Why would someone want to work in a customer facing job if they have no patience to deal with customers. She was beyond rude , no words for Mary indeed! She passed me on to the manager , he was a guy, Kaden or sounds like that name, he was also not very helpful or didn't even try to make the situation a better one knowing it was my birthday, they both definitely have the most horrible customer service we've experienced so far , that day we were also driving back from the Four Seasons hotel in Whistler and they were such beyond lovely when it comes to going above and beyond! They definitely have the gold standard as to how people should be treated! This place is totally a downgrade from what we've experienced at the Four Seasons Hotel. Please don't assume on anyone's service dog. Please don't discriminate your tone towards anyone having a service dog and explaining it to the person properly showing empathy, it would have been a totally different experience and outcome when it comes to my review, because mental health is real.

Great food. Worth trying for the lobster roll…read more Very tasty. Fast and friendly service

I stopped by The Lobster Man while exploring Granville Island Public Market…read more It's a small spot with no real place to eat inside, so plan on grabbing your food and finding a seat somewhere around the market. Service was kinda blah, they said the words but weren't friendly like teens forced to do something (I don't think they were teens btw). I ordered the warm lobster roll and a prawn cocktail. Unfortunately, the lobster roll was a letdown. It wasn't very warm, the lobster itself didn't have much flavor, tasted off and the whole sandwich was just kind of dry. Thank goodness I also ordered the prawn cocktail because it saved the meal. It wasn't anything fancy, but the prawns were a good size and gave me something I actually halfway enjoyed. Overall, I didn't have the experience I was looking forward to.

Another amazing meal at Joe Fortes…read more This place is so good and the only downside is the outdoor patio on the second level is still under construction. On a nice day it would have been nice to be on the patio, but will have to wait. Fresh oysters to start, beef carpaccio and crab corn fitters and lobster spoons and a pork chop for dinner. Pavlova for dessert was amazing. Always my go to place for consistent and amazing food and service.

Located downtown. Food and drinks are usually good when we visit during various dining times…read more Service is usually top notch. Ambiance dining inside or out was great. Parking is available close to restaurant in pockets all over. There are other options to reach restaurant - ride shares, taxi, bus and foot if my hotel is close by. Tourists to locals dining and sometimes sharing celebrations happily. Only 1 bad experience a few years back when waitress (wife of kitchen staff) failed to express to kitchen my request on cooked food preferences. Her attitude was condescending and not appropriate for her position when I brought up my concerns. Like seriously most diners do not want an overcooked piece of meat. Learned from fellow diners that this was her typical demeanor. Happy to learn the nitwit is no longer working there and ruining diners' experiences. Still tipped (but not as generously) during this bad experience because rest of team tried to make our experience enjoyable and shouldn't be penalized. Some other diners said they didn't tip.

Vancouver truly lives up to its reputation as a food paradise in Western Canada, with a diverse…read morearray of culinary delights. If you're ever in Vancouver, you absolutely can't miss Miku, the Japanese restaurant next to Canada Place! This restaurant is incredibly popular, often requiring a wait, so reservations are highly recommended. This time, I managed to book a window seat a week in advance for the weekend! The renowned Miku restaurant undoubtedly boasts a beautiful view from its windows, excellent service, and of course, delicious food. Their seared sushi is particularly famous. From appetizers to main courses to desserts, the dining experience was very enjoyable. Their signature dessert, Green Tea Opera, is highly recommended!

The food here isn't traditional Japanese cuisine but leans more towards fusion. We ordered…read morewaterfront platter, pan-seared Hokkaido scallops, soft-shell crab, salmon oshi sushi, and saba oshi sushi. The two aburi sushi, their signature dishes, didn't disappoint. The sashimi was also very fresh and sweet. Except for the soft-shell crab, which got a bit greasy towards the end, everything else suited my taste. I also really liked their cocktails! The strawberry martini was sweet and refreshing, perfect for spring. I'd definitely come back next time.

I stopped into Flying Pig Yaletown after my friend Tony recommended it a few years back…read more I liked the decor of the place and the playlist - although Tony thought the rock music was a little loud. Actually I thought the volume was fine (he is a great guy but can be a little sensitive sometimes). The food and service were excellent, really a treat for all of the senses. I got the burger and fries with a draft beer, really hit after a long by day of travel.

We stopped by The Flying Pig for a quick bite on our first night in Vancouver, and it was the…read moreperfect way to kick off our trip. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food exceeded our expectations. We shared the poutine, bone marrow cheesy bread, coconut shrimp, and mussels, and every dish was delicious. The poutine was rich and comforting, the bone marrow cheesy bread was indulgent and packed with flavor, the coconut shrimp was crispy and perfectly cooked, and the mussels were fresh and served in a flavorful broth. The service was friendly, the food arrived quickly, and everything we ordered was well prepared.