We've walked past Beach Ave Grill so many times and finally decided to give it a try and we're so…read moreglad we did! It truly feels like a hidden gem. Part of me doesn't even want to tell people about this place because I want to keep it our little find, but it's too good not to share! We came for brunch while watching the FIFA final game and had an amazing experience. We sat out on the patio, which had such a great ambiance and the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing weekend meal and game day. The food was fantastic! We had the Egg Benedict, which was delicious, the egg could've been better but no complaints overall, and the Hickory Stick Beef Burger, which was full of flavour and incredibly satisfying. Both dishes were highlights and made the visit even more memorable. A special thank you to Tristan for the wonderful service. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed while allowing us to enjoy our brunch and the game. Great food, great service, and an amazing patio vibe, we'll definitely be back. Highly recommend checking out this little gem (even though we'd love to keep it a secret!)

We find Vancover to be an amazing city. As with any antique car or major city, "she" might have a…read morefew dents or dings but having been there twice in the last year, we keep coming back for more. It is a gorgeous city with a rich history and some of the nicest people we've ever encountered. So when we booked a Canadian Rail Vacations trip that originated in Vancouver, we were thrilled. And one place we had to revisit was the Beach Avenue Bar and Grill (BA). We had been there last July on Canada Day and had a blast with the Staff. Catching up with them on this trip was something we were looking forward to. When we arrived around 645p, we recognized most of the Staff and Manager/Bartender. It was one of those "where do we know these guys from" kinda moments. When we spoke to Vadym (Manager/Bartender) he actually remembered what we ordered in July '25! That was nothing short of amazing! And the Poly Sci Major aka Jasmine was graduating that week. Sadly, Rose was off that night. Vadym took our drink & food orders as we caught up like old friends - it's that kind of place. We did get a laugh when he asked "same as last year?" The Staff here is so friendly, the view spectacular, and the location scores a 10 for people & boat watching. We had a calamari app, fried chicken sandwich and the Beach House salad with chicken. The calamari was delicious - very crispy with lots of side veggies. The chicken sandwich was thick, crispy and the slaw worked great with it - much better than the usual lettuce & tomato. The salad was fresh with excellent greens (a biggie for us) and had lots of chicken. (See the pics). Vadym kept our drinks and waters full as we ate and laughed. We ended up staying at BA until just before closing. As with last time, the food and drinks were excellent and a good value. The Staff was the true "icing on the cake" and apologies to anyone we left out of this review but had laughs with. We would highly recommend the Beach Avenue Bar & Grill. It's an easy walk from the Fairmont and a great view. Congratulations to Jasmine on her graduation and many THANKS to her, Vadym, and the Staff for another great visit. See you again soon.. Cheers, L&J Henderson NV

Adam was the best! Friendly quick and expert service! Experienced on June 26th during World Cupread more

Just had one of their famous ceasar - The Cheasar. This was quite filling, one was enough to fill…read moreme up as it comes with a grilled cheese, two onion rings and deep fried pickle. The actual quality of the ceasar was pretty good, however, would have liked a bit more kick to it. It's quite yum. The service was pretty quick. Their patio is nice too.

Fantastic value for the money. Great selection of food and drinks. The patio had great atmosphere…read more I would recommend this restaurant to everyone.

Olivia the manager is beyond excellent her cool, calm and collected demeanor was exceptional. She…read moretreated her customers and staff with care, kindness and respect, always checking in to see how we were doing as well as the staff. Ray's you did well having Olivia as your manager, very hard to come by someone with her top tier qualities. Also Danny the bar tender was engaging took time to chat with us and recommend drinks and food. Even when he became busy? he still took the time to see how we were, if we needed anything. The restaurant in itself is beautifully done, music at a proper volume so you can hear yourself talk. The food & drinks for the price are great, no shrinkflation here. The prawn ceviche outstanding!we ordered a second one. Highly recommend Rays, will definitely go back!

5 stars for Ballyhoo Bar! The bartender was super friendly, and you can tell the drinks are made…read morewith love. I had the Paloma, and it was perfectly crafted :) refreshing, balanced, and just what I needed. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to!

Staying at The Sutton House, I had passed by The Ballyhoo a few times and I knew it was just a…read morematter of time before I decided to go check it out on a whim. This corner spot is neatly tucked away with a few outdoor seating spots, but the magic in itself is inside. The mix of vintage and old glam showcases the hybrid aesthetic. Perfectly described, The Ballyhoo definitely lives up to the over-the-top decor from their food offerings and styling. I managed to find myself arriving within happy hour and was super please I was able to bring my laptop out and get some work done without it causing anyone a fuss. The server I had was super friendly and she had all the tables she was handling in good spirit. After opting for a local draft beer and some bites, I kept over hearing how delicious the mozz sticks were. Now IDK how one levels up mozzarella sticks, but these truly were some of the best I've ever had. The dipping sauce was super spicy but bearable for anyone's heat preference and the breading and cheese inside had such a burst of flavor you wanted to simply inhale them. What had me in awe though was the cheese pull game. No need to fear about them being overdone not cooked enough, these babies were cooked to perfection with the cheese literally oozing out of each bite. I saw a few plates being served around and think this spot is definitely worth exploring.

Man, the building here is old but spectacular! The lobby is a work of art. And this place is right…read morethere! I was looking for a great place for lunch and decided to settle on this place. I quickly ordered a Diet Coke and the salmon plate. It came with rice and bok choy - always a good choice.! So how was it? Pretty great actually! And the price was quite reasonable for a lunch portion which I found to be very generous. And the best part is that it's only a couple blocks away from the cruise terminal at Vancouver place so if you're waiting for a cruise ship or preparing to board a cruise ship before you get on board this place is worth a stop if not for the building? Then for the food!

Service was great and the ambience is lovely -- definitely a strong point. Parking is limited, so…read morekeep that in mind. I ordered the crème brûlée whiskey cocktail, which was quite heavy and a bit too sweet for my liking. For food, we had the paella risotto, which unfortunately was far too salty and hard to finish. Considering the portion size and quality, it felt quite pricey. A beautiful space with excellent service, but the food didn't quite justify the cost for me.

Went walking around downtown and came across The Moose. Stopped in for a glass of wine. It was a…read morecool rock n roll bar. Employees were great.

This is a great place to hang out with friends for drinks. They can be quite busy at night…read moreespecially on the weekend or Friday night. They also have some cheap eats to fill the stomach but don't expect too much. They have a unique vibe atmosphere. Also inside is a bit loud so its not the best place to have a meeting or long conversation. But again we did enjoyed the music and drinks here.

Stumbled upon this place via Yelp (thanks fellow Yelpers) when we were in town for a cruise. So…read moreglad that we found it as the establishment was a gem. The owner and staff were so welcoming / made our dinner even more special. Restaurant has classy, modern, and hip decor. There's also a bar area for drinks. We had several of their pasta dishes and all were very good. Nice selection of wines, which we enjoyed with our meal. We had a large party (9 people) and they did a great job of serving us - meals came out quickly and efficiently. They really added to the specialness of our group vacation.

We had a nice evening at Alchemist. We were there for happy hour, so we were able to order a…read morebottle of wine for to have with our dinner. They have an outdoor patio area but the seating is on couches you and would have to lean over to eat at a coffee table. We thought that it would be very awkward for eating. They had one high top table outside that we took. Sunday is pizza night and all the pizzas were $17.95. The FIFA game was on both inside and on the patio. For dinner we shared a diavola pizza and smoked salmon parpadelle. The pizza was good but the crust was soggy. The salmon parpadelle was good but I think it would have been better with another pasta - spaghetti, linguine or fettucine as the pasta could not be twirled with a fork and spoon and had to be cut up. The service was excellent. When our server Malaka heard that we were coming in from Abbotsford she said that she would give us the "best seat in the restaurant". When we opted to sit on the patio she gave us a complimentary tiramisu as a thank you. It was such a kind gesture. It was a nice relaxing evening and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

We had dinner here during their Happy Hour and got such a great deal on so many appetizers! We…read moreordered pizza, spicy tuna crispy rice, spicy chicken bites, and our son got a cheeseburger and fries. Everything came out quickly and our server was terrific. They had TVs set up all over the place to show the FIFA match so there were no bad seats in the house. Earl's is a great spot for lunch or dinner for a local or a tourist!

Nice space, friendly service and comfortable, upscale without being pretentious. Rachel is lovely,…read moreshe makes, good mojito and is a pleasure behind the bar.