The Victor

What an amazing place! We're staying in Vancouver for 4 days and we've come to Fanny Bays happy…read morehour 3 times! The oysters are delicious, as is everything we tried on the menu, our server was a lovely young woman who showed me my crab before it was cooked and gave us lovely service and we bonded over Columbia vs. Switzerland in the World Cup. All in all it's one of the best meals of my entire life and i can't wait to come back to the city to experience it again and again!

Fanny Bay is a popular spot for oysters, and indeed oysters be everywhere here! Our group of four…read morewas fortunate to snag a spot on a busy Friday night. Being a busier night, it was a little hard to get served even when we sat at the bar; we had to wait nearly 15 minutes before being able to place an order. We each had their Clam Chowder, which was pretty salty to say the least. The addition of real clams did make it tasty, BUT the clams also had a lot of sand... were they washed? This was not a fun soup to eat... It was also served with a crumbly muffin, which was not my favorite. The Mussels & Clams in white wine sauce was tasty, though it had the same issue of being sandy. We also had their Crab Cake - thankfully not sandy here. (I'd be scared if they were...) The crab cakes with real crab were tasty - loved this one! We also had their Daily Shucker's Dozen oysters, which included two smaller ones and a larger one. The large one... was most definitely meaty, briny, and not as tasty as the smaller, sweeter ones. I believe our smaller ones may have been the Fat Bastard and Sweet Select, while the larger one was off menu from Washington. On the topic of busyness, we didn't get our oysters until very late into the meal - nearly an hour. They actually had forgotten our order, and we had to remind them, which they said "soon" until "soon" ended up being nearly 20 minutes! We were told that a shucker was working on it, only to see that tray being sent to another table... sad!

0.8 km•Yaletown, Downtown

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Brussels sprouts

Rodney's Oyster House

4.0(913 reviews)

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.

This was our first meal in Vancouver, and it's still hands down the most memorable meal we've had…read more The seafood was incredibly fresh, and everything was so thoughtfully prepared. The flavors were clean, balanced, and absolutely delicious. Definitely a meal we won't forget! We asked for recommendations on local oysters and tried the Island Tides, Kusshi, and Beachcomber. Each one had its own distinct character, from the texture to the brininess and subtle sweetness. Honestly, I could eat these every day. Make sure to their the house sauces, so many beautiful flavors in just a few bites. The potato crusted halibut and mussels were some of the best I've had. Seriously exceptional quality. They absolutely nailed every dish. The flavors, execution, and freshness were all on point. The only downside was the AC, it was barely doing its job when we visited. Honestly, it felt less like dining out and more like having dinner in Arizona. All in all, absolutely loved it and would come back in a heartbeat.

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The Fish Counter

4.4(394 reviews)

2.9 km•Riley Park

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

I visited here on August 1st on Friday to use up my gift card. I didn't get a chance to go when…read morethey were closed. I ordered an Oyster Po Boy, fries and a drink which came to total of $27.10. It was messy to eat Po Boy, but that wasn't an issue. Baguette was so crunchy on the outside it was perfect! There was some arugula, kimchi and 3 pcs of oysters in it. I also ordered fries it was huge! Fries were bit salty and overcooked I tossed it out in the end. I left my water and soda to drink them later after heading to washroom. Staff cleared my water and soda away. I still had half of soda in it. I felt thirsty after eating my food in the end. It'd have been nice if she asked me first before clearing dishes. I don't think I'll go back.

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Riley's Vancouver

4.3(196 reviews)

1.4 km•Downtown

4.5 Stars It'd been…read morea solid 4ish years since I'd last been to Riley's for happy hour and I figured that it was time to visit again as I'd missed their beef carpaccio. They did change it from crostini to chips instead which I preferred the crostini; nonetheless at $16 for a decent amount of high quality carpaccio, you can't go wrong. My friend and I also tried their short rib "escargot" ($15) which was melt in your mouth when paired with the pastry and doesn't actually contain snail! I'd definitely recommend this item as it might be my new fav happy hour item. The crispy brussel sprouts ($9) were also well seasoned but I found them to be a bit overfried but honestly not bad since I don't normally see brussels sprouts for happy hour. Their Hugo Spritz ($9) which was elderflower was also one of my favourites as it was not too heavy and complemented the food well. Overall still my favourite happy hour in Vancouver considering the price and amazing quality!

The food was alright. The appetizer bread we ordered was huge and I loved how it was served, but it…read morewas quite plain despite looking flavoured both inside and out. The lobster oil provided didn't do much to add to the taste, but the butter was good. The seafood rigatoni was good, but Vancouver has spicy tomato vodka sauce that's better at lower price points. The tenderloin surf and turf was also only alright. As I was celebrating my birthday here, they also gave me a dessert on the house. It was a chocolate cake with some crunchy chocolate bits. I liked the bits, but the cake was alright. I think we came on a bad day when the kitchen was understaffed. It took a fair amount of time for our mains to come. The table next to us left quite unhappily at the end of the night for the same reason. Lovely environment, and our waiters were nice. Just took quite a while for the food to arrive and when it did, it was mediocre.

0.7 km•Yaletown, Downtown

Such a beautiful room

Happy Hour - Lobster Rolls

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Michelin guide recommended 2024

Blue Water Cafe

4.4(1.2k reviews)

•$$$$

Blue Water Cafe is one of our all-time favorite restaurants, anywhere. But it's been 12 years…read moresince we last ate here, a long time, especially in restaurant years. Thankfully our evening experience was just as wonderful as ever. We started with the Shellfish Plateau, a perfect fresh platter for two (and had a few extra oysters added, just because). Every item was delicious, I especially enjoyed the sweet scallops on the shell. (Ok, I'm not a fan of jellyfish salad but my wife enjoyed it.). Highly recommended. For entrees, we had an old favorite, the Miso Black Cod, excuse me, now called the Haida Gwai Sablefish, and a seasonal special Halibut. The first time we ever had miso black cod was at Blue Water; the dish is as delicious as ever. And the tender, flaky halibut was pan-seared perfectly. Our outdoor seating was ideal for a Vancouver August clear-sky evening and our server was chatty, perhaps, but attentive. I'm getting hungry again writing this review. Blue Water Cafe was once among, if not the top-rated restaurant in the city. In my view it's as good as ever.

When I made the reservation I had a maybe unusual standard for how I planned to rate this place and…read moreit wasn't based on the food or price or wine list or much of anything you might want to know about. It all started in Santa Monica in 1989, on Academy Awards night. This little buildup probably won't seem very relevant to many here but so what, it's about how well a high-end restaurant receives people with infants. I'm unlikely to have, not to say unworthy of, more than one grandchild. And this one won't see much of dear old grandpa being that my son and family live in Vancouver. Not a great distance to travel but on the other hand it's not next door. Plus the maternal grandparents moved from Connecticut to live in a coastal community located maybe 50 miles from the border. All-wise grandmothers being the helicopters they truly are, what does anyone need this degenerate hedonist for? Well, for one thing the parents need a chance to relive the excesses and finery that they once tasted, as part of their affluent lives before parenthood. while i don't know how to comfort a relentlessly colicy 3-month old i do know how to enjoy the best restaurants in town, or at least ones that will take my reservation. I suggested the Blue Water based on one friend's approval and all were happy. now as to the 1989 academy awards and a well-known restaurant in the day, Chinois. at the time i had a small child in tow, not quite the infant stage of this current vintage but young enough still to be driven by the primeval lizard brainstem than the more highly evolved human cerebral cortex of its brain. i warned the restaurant when making the reservation and was told that, yes, this particular evening they would be quite busy with revelers from the awards ceremony but if we came at 5 pm they would happily accommodate us with young child. just so happens, that exactly almost what the Blue Water said when I called for our reservation. I suppose the best to do is describe the food we ordered. In advance i invited the young couple to do as much damage to my credit card as they wanted, as they'd been cooped up for the past 4 months with this infant. their first choice was this damned seafood tower which seemed to me beforehand, and after as well, to be more a kind of concept product. i'd have preferred to order individual plates of various shellfish, oysters or whatever, than this multilayer assemblage. but it is a showy kind of construction and what did i care, really. everything on the three tiers was quite fresh and tasty except i'd have foregone the shrimp. really shrimp are in my mind more than a bit overrated and don't belong in the same plate with fresh "varietal" oysters from here or there. aside from the tower we ordered a few different sushi, my favorite being yellowtale, plus carrot soup all around (healthy dose of butter there), mains were arctic char, sable and atlantic scallops. if available i have a kind of fetish for sauteed spinach (as a kind of audition dish), and someone wanted an extra round of oysters from i don't know where. after mentally doing a little math i realized the total seemed lightweight, but the wine list took care of that problem. my favorite white wine is chablis grand cru made/bottled by a vigneron (grapegrower/winemaker under one roof). anything else is either a lower tier vineyard or a blend which, while good, lacks a sense of origin. some use a term "terroir" which i ignore but maybe it's more that i ignore the people who like to bandy such abstract wine descriptors about. anyway, here was a perfectly good les clos, about 6 years old, for i think around $250 canadian. i have also to point out that i've been disappointed with almost every euro wine i've had in canada, owing i suspect to the high duty the government places on all imported wine in effort to protect its own ham-handed, homegrown products, which are usually absolutely nothing to write home about. fortunately this particular bottle of chablis was really really good. after all that we had various desserts, and whatever. at Chinois on academy awards night, we arrived at 5 pm and were seated in a very prominent location in the room, but with a plastic sheet under the child's seat. this was a good thought on the part of the manager. without going into any details best to say my 2-yr old made a mess of things but the waitstaff could not have been more accepting. i was frankly impressed, as i was when our dinner at Blue Water came to an end. So my score is 4 for food (i really don't know what it would take to get 5* from me, so take that for what it is) and 1* for absolutely perfect service. Highly recommend this very stylish restaurant for whatever occasion.

1.8 km•Granville Island/False Creek

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The Lobster Man

3.9(204 reviews)

I loooove lobster rolls, so when I came across The Lobster Man, I definitely had to get one…read more The restaurant doesn't really have much seating. There is a little bar top inside that can stand and eat. It's a snug fit for about 4 people. Other than that there were two small tables outside, so you'll likely have to walk and eat or find another seat! Service was fast and friendly. I ordered the signature lobster roll and it did not disappoint. They provide you with a good amount of lobster, the bread was nicely toasted and fluffy, and a good side of kettle chips. Great for a quick and yummy stop!

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.

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Signature Lobster Roll - delicious and the chips are incredible too! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

4.0(1.5k reviews)

1.4 km•West End

•$$$$

A Special Seafood Date at Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House…read more I took my dad out for a special dinner date at Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House since he absolute loves seafood, and it made for a truly wonderful evening together. The iconic, classic chop house setup with its bustling oyster bar atmosphere provided the ideal backdrop for a memorable night out with family. execution across the meal was exceptional, matched by warm, attentive service that looked after us every step of the way. The Filet Mignon was remarkably tender and juicy, while the Sockeye Salmon and Pork Chop were prepared to rich, flavorful perfection. To wrap up a fantastic dinner, the Tiramisu added a smooth, sweet finish that rounded out the entire experience seamlessly.

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.

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Miku

4.4(2.6k reviews)

1.3 km•Downtown

I've been to Miku several times, and today I finally decided to write a proper review. First, I…read morewant to praise the service. Every time I come, I can feel the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff. From seating to ordering, and then to the care during the meal, everything is done with great finesse, making me feel comfortable and at ease. The unique politeness and meticulousness of Japanese service are naturally reflected here. The food is also a reason I want to come back. Whether it's the freshness of the ingredients, the presentation, or the taste, you can feel the attention to detail. Japanese cuisine emphasizes the quality of the ingredients themselves, and Miku presents this refinement beautifully. Every dish is pleasing to the eye and has a layered flavor. I also love the ambiance. The overall design is simple, elegant, and has a very comfortable Japanese aesthetic. The lighting, seating, and spatial layout all create a relaxing atmosphere without feeling overly decorated; instead, they have a high-quality feel. As for the atmosphere, I think it's what makes this place so special. Elegant and quiet, yet not too formal, it's suitable for dates or enjoying a good meal with friends. Sitting there slowly eating and chatting makes the whole dining experience particularly comfortable. After several visits, I still feel that Miku is a restaurant worth returning to again and again. It's not just because of any one dish, but because the service, cuisine, environment, and atmosphere combine to create a very pleasant experience every time I come.

Normally a restaurant with great views has mediocre food. Miku breaks this norm by serving…read moreexcellent seafood and sushi all while proving an amazing view of the sea and north Vancouver. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the sushi and sashimi, which was sourced sustainably. The drinks were also great and options plentiful. Service was attentive and adequate. Not a standout part of the experience but far from bad. Miku was recommended by a local and we can see why!

0.7 km•Yaletown, Downtown

Inside the restaurant

Spicy edamame (CAD $8)

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Little emperor (CAD $10) and Aka miso old fashioned (CAD $24)

The Flying Pig - Yaletown

4.0(1.4k reviews)

If I could give this 10 stars I would! One of the best meals I've ever had. I forgot to take…read morepictures because I was ravenous and forgot. We ordered the beet salad, coconut prawns and burger. The salad was so outstanding I ordered another one instead of desert! Spoiler alert, we ended up ordering the lemon tart too because I just ate two salads so I earned desert. Eve waited on us and was incredibly charming, very excited to share the experience with us. The vibe was just perfect! We will be back!

Returning to The Flying Pig Yaletown just two weeks after a lively team gathering to share a meal…read morewith family made for an extra special evening. The warm, rustic interior with exposed brickwork and intimate dining spaces provided a cozy, welcoming setting that instantly charmed everyone at the table. The service was remarkably thoughtful and engaging, ensuring a seamless and memorable dining experience from beginning to end. The food exceeded expectations once again: the decadent Pulled Pork Poutine and crispy Salmon Cakes were an absolute hit, while the rich Wild Seafood Pappardelle delivered pure ocean perfection. Sweeping through the menu to finish with the luscious Maple Sugar Pie brought the entire meal to a triumphantly sweet close.

10.9 km•Golden Village, City Centre

Chic and cozy vibes!

Mount Lehman Roasted Half Chicken - this was so good we came back again and had it a second time lol!

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Happy Hour Beet & Arugula Salad - so light and refreshing!

The Shellfish Shack

4.6(28 reviews)

Absolute gem of a place! Tucked behind a plaza and bordering the street…read more Fresh and delicious food! The oysters were so tasty - apparently fresh batch every day. The rabbit clams were so good too. Delicious marinade. The vermicelli with abalone was garlicky and delicious. And my favorite was the marinaded salmon. The lady who served us is super nice and accommodating. This really feels like a home-cooked place. Outdoor tables can accommodate dogs too. Highly recommended! We came twice in 3 days.

02.13.26 @5:26pm…read more Walk in and we're the first customer as it just opened. The host was super great and so sweet, nice and friendly. Shellfish Shack is one of the only memorable spot for my Vancouver Trip. Everything we have ordered was an new tasting in a good way. Every single dishes was seafood and was fresh with a super reasonable price. I couldn't find anything to complain about since we step foot in. Would definitely come eat if i ever come to Vancouver again.

Crab meat roe noodle $38

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Deep Fried Shrimp

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Michael C.

9 years ago

I came with a group that was celebrating a birthday. The aesthetic is very nice, but it is definitely on the loud side. It's hard to carry on a conversation when the restaurant is full. The food was quite good, with appropriate portion sizes. I had a chance to try the brussel sprouts, saffron risotto, ahi tuna, and brazed short rib. They were all on point. The food took a very long time to get to us, though, and the server was MIA for quite some time. Our water glasses were empty for quite some time, and more communication about the food delay would have helped. Overall, it was a nice experience, especially for a restaurant that just opened. I'm sure that they'll work out their service kinks as time goes on. read more

T A.

8 years ago

I come to the Victor quite often and I've never had a bad experience, or bad food. It has always been top of the line except when my girlfriend and I went for the dine out menu. For some reason the food was not as delectable as the other times I've come. It was her first time so I was disappointed after all the raving I've done. Waiter kept pushing us the bill while we were chatting to get us out. read more

Carlos G.

3 years ago

"Stepping into The Victor, I was immediately struck by its sleek and modern ambiance, setting the stage for an exceptional dining experience. From the moment we were seated, the attentive service ensured our every need was met. As for the food, it surpassed all expectations. Each bite of the perfectly cooked steak was a symphony of flavor, complemented by delicious sides and decadent desserts. read more

Daniel C.

8 years ago

Food is expensive but I think you expect that coming to a place like this. The food was good but nothing worthy of coming back. The aburi sushi wasn't too great. The rice seemed a bit on the harder side in the way that it felt premade. Steak was well done. Shrimp cocktail, oysters, free bread, sangria, shrimp tempura, sashimi etc all good but expensive. read more

David G.

3 years ago

The Victor in Vancouver exceeded all expectations! From the opulent decor to the impeccable service, every detail is curated for an exceptional dining experience. The menu showcases culinary mastery, and the panoramic views elevate the ambiance. A truly luxurious destination for those seeking a memorable and indulgent dining affair read more

Mark N.

4 years ago

Food was just ok, not great I had to wait 15 minutes after my first beer to order another and then waited another 20 minutes before I had to ask again before I got it. Servers were very nice but just not quick read more

Bristol M.

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8 years ago

My girlfriend and I had probably one of our best dates here.... very hard to impress us and we felt the love at the Victor. The sushi is great here too so make sure you come with an appetite! read more

Cheryl R.

7 years ago

This restaurant is now my favourite place to go for dinner and drinks! I've been here three times and the service was the best I've experienced in Vancouver and the food is so delicious. read more

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(235 reviews)

Excellent customer service. The seafood platter and Aguachile were fantastic. The aguachile was so…read moreflavorful. Shrimp and Ahi tuna immersed in a spicy citrus marinade, and served with chips. Service was impeccable by everyone that came to our table. Excellent view of the beach. One of our favorite places when we are in town.

The food was expertly made. Cooked perfectly. Tasted wonderful…read more They made a mistake with one of our orders, however it was corrected immediately and professionally. The ambiance, I felt a bit cramped. We were a party of five. They sat us at a table roomy enough for four people, all they did was add an extra chair to one side of the table. It wasn't comfortable to be seated this way. When people passed by, they kept a knocking my chair. The restaurant is beachfront. Unfortunately, our table had very little view. I highly recommend making reservations.

Shoestring Cafe

4.6

(116 reviews)

Shoestring Café is a small family owned business located in the industrial area of No. 6 Rd…read more Without word of mouth, one would typically not notice a restaurant in this area. However, I know why this restaurant continues to be booked and busy. I have been various times before but this was the first time in the last few years. I would describe this restaurant as western fine dining for a Chinese palate. You'll find some classic dishes but less heavy on the salt and grease, perfect for myself and the party I was dining with. I ordered the 5 course meal which was a fantastic deal for $65. The bread service at the start is so warm and yummy - don't skip out on it! The pesto sauce tiger prawns weren't overly pesto forward and had a strong presence of garlic - perfect for me! I loved the chowder as I especially like corn. The portion was also perfect considering I had many courses coming afterwards. Next, came the crab cake, which was generously filled with crab and paired with delicious house made butter. For each dish, I found the garnishes pleasing as well (especially the strawberry which was so sweet and ripe!). I think the best deal of the night was the steak. It was not too salty and cooked perfectly to a medium-rare. I managed to have leftovers as well since the portions were overwhelmingly good. Finally, the star of the night was definitely the chocolate soufflé for me. I loved the rich bitterness of the chocolate paired with ice cream on the side. I don't think this place is the best representation for fine dining. After all, they do not serve any alcohol. However, I think it is a great deal and accommodating to my taste buds. If I do not wish to drive out for fancy food, I know I can rely on the food at Shoestring café. As it is a family run business, there is only one person managing the front and I think they do a pretty good job at juggling all the duties of a host, server, and table busser! I would love to return soon.

Friendly service and I love how passionate they are about quality and using fresh ingredients (eg…read morefresh mushrooms for sauces and fresh made pasta). Steamed mussels and soufflé were so addictive and heavenly. The mussels were savoury and buttery and the soufflé was airy with the perfect amount of sweetness. They were very good! Hits and misses for the mains. While the pasta and sauce were great, we wish the seafood were panfried or something to give it a bit more texture. The duck was well done but not tough (we generally like medium rare) though we were confused by why the skin was served down as crispy skin is always a plus for duck breasts. I'm not a fan of mashed potatoes but theirs was not overly heavy and buttery, which I really appreciated and enjoyed. This reminds me of Asian western food but they were tasty and the ambience was cozy - a local neighbourhood spot.

C Prime

3.5

(97 reviews)

C|prime did an amazing job in planning the menu for Dine Out Vancouver. I have to say hands down…read moreeasily win over all the big name restaurants in Vancouver. The restaurant ambiance is upscale, high-end, romantic and ofc on point Italiano. We were seated at the prime spot of the restaurant, where we can see every chef putting all their dedication and precisely put your food together on your plate. I don't have to tell you how good the food is, the pix tell you all about it. I only wish these dishes are on their regular menu.

Went there for a special occasion. Located inside a hotel, it is quite spacious and not difficult…read moreto get to. Surprisingly not crowded at all. We ordered a porterhouse, Italian style with plenty of herbs, with deep fried rice balls, spicy pasta, potato pave, and beef carpaccio. All the side dishes tasted good. Nothing special but taste was nice. We were disappointed that they overcooked the steak, the one thing we came here for. Could have done a better job to not waste the precious ingredient. But extra points to the service staff for re-making another one for us.

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar- Yaletown

3.7

(323 reviews)

Ronnie was a great server, the food was excellent and he kept my water glass full. Amazing service!…read more5 stars

it had been years since we'd been to the keg, possibly pre covid, so when a friend suggested the…read moreyaletown location we made resos on open table and headed down. happy hour runs until 6:00 pm, which is always a nice little bonus if you time it right and sneak in a spicy caesar drink deal. we started with the classic sourdough bread, warm, crusty, and still one of the simple pleasures of sitting down at the keg. some things don't change, and honestly, that's part of the charm. i went with the 10 oz prime rib, served with horseradish and jus, plus garlic mash on the side. it arrived perfectly medium rare with frizzled onions on top, a generous cut with beautiful marbling. juicy, tender, and exactly what you hope for when you order prime rib. definitely a solid plate. my partner has always liked the keg. it's his go to steakhouse and the one he'll suggest without hesitation anytime steak is even casually mentioned. i've never been quite as devoted, but after this visit, i get it. the whole experience felt easy and genuinely satisfying. big shoutout to our server tony, who was attentive and super accommodating. we had booked for two, then two more friends joined last minute, and he smoothly moved us to a bigger table without any fuss. no awkward shuffle, no stress, just handled. yes, prices have gone up. we used to always order the classic dinner, which came with a salad, button mushrooms, and a side, basically a built in feast. and who remembers when there was an actual salad bar with your steak? those were the glory days. nostalgia aside, the space still has that warm, dimly lit steakhouse vibe that makes you want to linger over your drink and forget about the outside world for a bit. it may not be the budget friendly steak night it once was, but it still delivers where it counts: good service, hearty portions, and that familiar keg comfort. would i go back? yes, when the craving for prime rib hits, it's nice to know the keg still does what it does well.

WestOak

3.4

(284 reviews)