Best Outdoor Dining in Vancouver

“If you’re going on date night it’s perfect. Each table looks like it's meant to seat couples.”

“It has delicious, flavourful dishes in a tranquil setting only a few blocks from Granville island.”

“This is our 10 plus time coming to our favorite restaurant in Vancouver.”

“We had a great time with the family -- Adam is an excellent server -- very friendly , attentive and knowledgeable”

“Adam is an outstanding server -- very friendly , attentive and knowledgeable about everything being served.”

“Glowbal is definitely one of my favourite places in Vancouver, especially for group events.”

“Italian Kitchen's Sunday Lasagna Dinner of Caesar salad, 100 layer lasagna and chocolate balls for dessert was delicious and a great value at $45.”

“Impeccable service from Jermey and Asma. The team here truly cares about their customers and the experience was one of the best I’ve had in Vancouver.”

“Even though we had to wait for an hour to be seated, (since we didn't have reservation) the food was outstanding, and we truly enjoyed our experience.”

“Gabriel and his coworkers are awesome! He makes the best Carbonara in Vancouver!”

“This place brought such a smile.😊 Fantastic service, perfect cappuccino and delectable food.”

“He accommodated one of the specials of the day for my gluten allergy and subbed with absolutely delicious gluten free noodles.”

“Our server, Jennifer, at Table 29 (our favourite table), was more than fantastic, making our dinner so much more.”

“Antoine was a true professional. He was patient and thoughtful and he was always there at the perfect time.”

“The ambiance is beautiful and romantic, making it a great place to drink and chat with friends.”

“I had the pork belly tacos which were outstanding and so filling. This place does not skimp on the portions at all.”

“The Tampicquena was excellent. Different than things I know & make. Authentic flavors. Inspiring.”

“The staff were all incredible. The food was amazing, and the vibes were perfect.”

“Cactus Club never disappoints when you’re looking for the perfect mix of delicious food, creative cocktails, and a stylish atmosphere.”

“Outstanding service from Mikaela! Her attention to detail, positive attitude, and constant smile made our evening wonderful.”

“Cactus Club Café on Burrard is in a great location, right in the middle of the downtown business district — perfect for after-work drinks or a casual lunch.”

“The Godzilla Roll was also excellent — generous portions, great texture, and a really satisfying combination of ingredients.”

“It’s located on a perfect street for tourists, with lots to walk around and explore after eating.”

“Right at the entrance of Gastown, so it’s super easy to stop by — I find myself coming back here a lot.”

“My favourite brunch place in Vancouver! I loved it so much I came.”

“Service was amazing at the bar. My server was incredibly attentive and friendly.”

“The food was absolutely delicious, and you can tell they take care to season everything perfectly.”

“Andrea was the best server I’ve ever had! Such a sweet person, joues did good by hiring her.”

“Our server Raul was incredibly helpful—he guided me in choosing the wine and dishes, and his warm hospitality made the night truly memorable.”

“We were in North Van and needed to find a place to eat last minute, so we went here because of its high ratings.”

“The server was so friendly & quick…. She was doing it all….Food was fast and delicious with good spice level.”

“Even though everything cooled down a bit on the way home, the flavors were still fantastic.”

“Even my friend who came back to Canada for a visit from Korea said the one thing she missed most was this restaurant’s Pad Thai.”

“I’ve been going to Nonna's Cucina consistently for a year now, and it's one of my go-to places to get Italian food!”

“My caprese panini (vegetarian) here and my god it was not only the best panini I've ever had”

“The pizza was great! Is Roman style pizza so the dough is light - crispy in the outside, soft in the inside.”

“My husband had the Seafood chowder which was okay. I had the Capilano Salad with salmon which was delicious!”

“Great service from our server Amra. The food came so quickly and was so delicious.”

“It’s my second time here and as always, the Seafood Chowder was amazing!”

“The best Italian food so far in North America outside of Little Italy Manhattan. Amazing food.”

“Great location with a patio, fantastic wine list, and the food was superb!”

“Amazing food! In particular we loved the beef carpaccio and heirloom tomatoes.”

“A classic pho spot that consistently delivers. The broth is rich, the noodles are perfect, and they get it right every single time.”

“The owner wanted to join us for a picture. The food was amazing, she was very welcoming and loving.”

“And the atmosphere was great with a nice little outdoor seating area which is perfect for people watching.”

“I loved the truffle creamy Wagyu udon definitely on the rich side”

“This place was SO good last time that i HAD to come here again, and i dont regret doing so as almost all the dishes were perfect!”

“Parking is a bit of a hassle though. The area is mostly permit parking unless you’re lucky to get paid street parking right out front!”

“Our experience was perfect. Lobster rolls were delicious and our server was so amazingly friendly 😊 best honey garlic fries”

“Harbour Oyster + Bar has that perfect blend of laid-back West Coast charm and lively neighbourhood energy.”

“The lobster bisque, prawns and oysters are amazing. Try the prawn and lobster Sandos !”

“I think that the price for the breakfast sandwich is over the top, not my favourite i’ve had.”

“I had their brown sugar and ube mochi donuts and they were gluten free”friendly” and so delicious”

“The gluten “friendly” mochi donuts are out of this world. Amazing.”

“If you are looking for intimate dining I would not recommend. But if want a lively and loud experience this is the place.”

“The Monday dinner for 2 is amazing! Delicious surf and turf, great deal, and our server Martina really looked after us well.”

“The steak was like butter, cooked to perfection. Crispy fresh chips, Brussels sprouts cooked perfect and coated in cheese, Cesar salad made at our table was perfect.”

“The food was delicious I ordered the peppercorn steak and it was cooked perfectly, exactly how a steak should be.”

“The service from start to finish was phenomenal! Starting with the greeting from the hosts, being sat, and having a manager checking in on us.”

“The Keg offers phenomenal service and food each and every-time!”

“The fried tofu was perfectly crisp on top of a tasty waffle that I never would have guessed is gluten free.”

“When I pointed out to the server about the falafel and shake, her response did not make you feel she would fix your concern.”

“Been visiting Chickpea over the past 3 years for brunches and dinners.”

“Salmon Teriyaki box fed a 250lb construction worker with no complaints. Great value at $32, delicious and filling!”

“The restaurant is very cozy (3-4 tables and a table bar along one of the windows) and service understated.”

“The staff is very friendly and the food is always fresh and delicious.”

“This place is fantastic! The food is delicious, and I highly recommend visiting during happy hour when there are excellent deals available.”

“From the ambience, to staff and the food - Nook is our favourite restaurant to come.”

“The vibes here are amazing literally felt this place is just better than your regular (italian) restaurant.”

“Until management improves communication, offers seating while parties wait, and opens/decants guest wines at the table, I can’t recommend Elisa for important celebrations.”

“I can’t recommend Elisa for important celebrations. I’d be happy to revisit if these service standards are addressed.”

“Our server Ken is quite possibly the best server I have had.”

“Our server Hayley was the best! We unknowingly came in right before closing and she was super accommodating and kind.”

“Wonderful breakfast! Food was delicious and our server was super friendly.”

“Spacious seating (it’s part of the hotel) and a quieter ambience was a welcome departure from the usual brunch spots in Vancouver.”

“We had an incredible dining experience at Acquafarina. Everything—from the warm, attentive service to the beautifully presented dishes—was flawless.”

“The pasta was full of seafood in every bite and the pizza was fresh, authentic and delicious.”

“The smash burger is a must have. The restaurant is stunningly beautiful.”

“The vibe of this place is wonderful, specially in sunny days! Nice place to sit, relax and chill.”

“Easily the best smash burger in the city. Been coming for years and it’s remained consistently delicious!”

“This restaurant offers a spectacular view and a perfect location that makes every visit memorable.”

“Beautiful place with a view! The food was great except we ordered bluefin sashimi and yellowtail sashimi but it came late.”

“Seated next to the window with the beautiful English Bay view of the beach at sunset.”

“It's a perfect spot for a date night or a birthday dinner or celebrations of any sort.”

“Staff member Cindy provided wonderful service, and we'll certainly be returning soon”

“This was my third visit, and while it’s never perfect, I keep coming back because the food is delicious.”

“The owner’s passion for authentic Italian cooking shines through in every detail (he even has Florence tattooed on his arm!).”

“We ordered the calamari and couldn't believe how good they were. Honestly, the best calamari that we have had since our visit to Greece 2 years ago.”

“Sandeep was excellent and help expedite my dietary requirements. Thank you to the staff. Great job.”

“The Monday night deal night was amazing! Pasta for under $18 was a steal.”

“Everything melts in your mouth!!! Loved the grilled coho Salmon, which is new from what the server said!”

“Our server, Ryan, was phenomenal—professional, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect.”

“The ambience and atmosphere at Sandbar is great, you are greeted with beautiful decor.”

“The staff is so attentive and kind, the decor is beautiful, the atmosphere is cozy.”

“This place is hands 🙌 down the best Thai food in Downtown.”

“The green curry was insanely good! Very vegetarian friendly, might be tough for vegan options as a lot of the dishes include fish sauce.”

“The jambalaya with buttermilk shrimp ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Great little space. My friend had lemongrass chicken noodle soup - also five stars.”

“Atmosphere didn't match the food because it made me think more of a Bar Grill rather than an Asian fusion restaurant.”

“The Lamb Shank Dish has no Rice, Just a bone with a tiny bit of meat on top of a bed of Salad.”

“Farmhouse is truly a go-to on East 10th Avenue in Vancouver, offering a unique experience that transports you to a beautiful European setting.”

“It’s a cozy, family-style Italian restaurant and we came with a group of 7 — everyone left full and happy!”

“Overall a nice and quiet pasta joint that is family friendly and offers a decent menu.”

“Esteban our server was very attentive and gave us a great experience for date night :) food was delicious but service was excellent!”

“We were walking by and stopped to read the menu posted outside. A lovely lady sitting on the patio spoke up and told us the food was amazing.”

“Amazing mexican food with alot of goegous vegetarian options. Full of flavour.”

“This is probably one of the best Palestinian/ Mediterranean restaurants in the greater Vancouver areas.”

“This place has a great cozy ambiance so it would be amazing for a date or a catch up”

“The owner asked us to still stay out of the restaurant, not very politely.”

“Impressive Chirashi Don. A full bowl of rice and thick cut fresh sashimis. Great worth of value. Will return again!”

“What really soured the experience, though, was when the manager approached us afterward to comment that some of my colleagues didn’t leave a tip.”

“I called the restaurant to flag this mistake, and they responded back with “That's our chef’s style. Maybe next time ask for less torching””

“Excellent. Service was fast, friendly and chipper (a rarity in Vancouver!), our pizzas were delicious as were the recommended cocktails.”

“Splitting a pizza and the raddichio caesar salad was perfect for date night.”

“The pizza dough is really tasty and baked perfectly, on the other hand the sauce needs a bit more salt and better type of salami.”

“Ordered the tuna tartar and the mushroom risotto, both were absolutely delicious and great portion sizes.”

“The steak is so delicious! It's the best thing I've had in recent years!”

“Our hotel is right across from the Keg Steakhouse, so we went there on the first night of our trip in Vancouver.”

“The signature salmon and sablefish dishes were incredible, perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and the ribs were just off the chart.”

“Kristy was a fantastic waitress! She is very passionate about her job and ensuring that guests have a wonderful experience.”

“Surrounded by a gorgeous waterfront view and yachts that is reminiscent of Monaco, Cardero’s is a beautiful restaurant to dine.”

“Were seated at the bar and had wonderful food and service by the bartender!”

“The manager even surprised us with a drink on the house, which was delicious.”

“Bryce was our bartender and gave us amazing recommendations and top notch service.”

“Our server Finn was fantastic, he gave us great food recommendations and was very passionate about the menu.”

“The owner served us and was so charming. He told us all his favorite recipes.”

“The food was excellent, the service was just the right amount and the vibe was outstanding.”

“We went here for brunch with about 9 friends last week, and we all agreed it was EXCELLENT.”

“You walk in and it feels like everyone’s been coming here forever, but newcomers are always treated like regulars.”

“I’m not sure where else you’d get two weekend brunch items of this calibre with two drinks for <$50 (excluding tip) in Vancouver.”

“We had pizza and pasta (can’t remember the names). Both were really tasty, but the pasta was my favorite.”

“Our server was fantastic and right on top of every request. She totally saved the evening and received a he”

“Ordered Veg Pasta and was impressed by the portion and taste. 10/10”

“Lovely atmosphere, great food, and amazing service. Thanks to Niels, Audrey, Noemi, and Charles for making our anniversary a special night!”

“We ordered the French onion soup, bison beef tartare, and mussels. The mussels and French onion soup were delicious, but the bison tartare wasn’t great.”

“We loved the reasonably priced chef's choice menu, all four of us left very full.”

“Atmosphere was good but very loud and busy (might not recommend for a someone looking for a more intimate vibe).”

“Thanks to the manager for accommodating our special requests as we celebrated my parents 40th anniversary”

“We waited over 40 minutes for our mains, and when we asked, the server dismissed it as “impossible.””

“Ethan our server was absolutely phenomenal, highly knowledgable and took care of my table like we were the only people dining.”

“Ethan was an amazing waiter! He was attentive, friendly, and genuinely made our dining experience better.”

“The best vibes! Ethan, Mil, & Jackie were so amazing and took care of us!”

“Logan served us at the bar and he was amazing! So friendly and courteous! Would definitely want him to serve us again!”

“Tap & Barrel 🍻🍺🍔 at Burrard Dry Dock Pier is fantastic! Great waterfront views, lively vibe, and excellent service.”

“We had a great server named Zach. The guy was a legend and our food was amazing. Our experience was made so much better by Zach”

“This place is really awesome. The food, drinks, service, and the ambience were 10/10”

“I'm a vegetarian too, so I ordered the Jeera rice, Chana bhatura, Mango lassi and Soya chap”

“We sat on their patio and really enjoyed our meal in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.”

“Simon, the General Manager, resolved it immediately and made sure we had an excellent experience.”

“I loved the vibe; the place looked so beautiful, and we took lots of stunning photos there.”

“This is the best Greek food in Vancouver hands down.”

“As a vegetarian, the sushi I had here was the best I've ever had!”

“Great value for money. All the food was delicious and fresh.”

“Due to it being in a downtown location, it was much easier to get here on foot than trying to find parking.”

“Hands down one of the best noodle shops ever. As a Korean, I come here because the food tastes so authentic & delicious.”

“Small mom and pops store. Big portions so good for families. Hands down the best jajangmyeon in the Lower mainland.”

“The L7 lunch special is my favourite! It’s a good deal and the portion is big too!”

“The service was very prompt - probably some of the best service I have had at a sushi restaurant.”

“Best value for money sushi anywhere in Vancouver- dine in or take out you cant go wrong.”

“Best sushi in North Van for tasty aburi and roll experiences. Fresh sashimi too!”

“SO hard to find excellent service anymore, often disappointed! Luca was that outstanding SERVICE! SIX STARS!”

“My wife’s gluten free Alfredo was first-rate and the tiramisu was to die.”

“The warm lighting and cozy atmosphere set the tone for what turned out to be a beautiful, romantic …”

“The location is great, though it doesn’t have the absolute best view of the water as you mostly see a lot of parked boats.”

“Beautiful spot by the water and overlooking Granville Island. Light and airy restaurant, good for a business/romantic/group setting.”

“The sablefish was excellent, tender, flavorful, and served on a bed of quinoa with some really tasty fixings.”

“My favourite are the Dumplings: "Fresh Vegetable Gyoza, pan seared with Passionfruit Ponzu and Beet Vegan Aioli, sesame seeds, green onion and nori"”

“The tuna poke bowl is fresh and filling without being heavy, and the steak sandwich is surprisingly good for a place that doesn’t market itself as a steakhouse.”

“Absolutely need to be more clean on details too. If the washroom is on that poor condition and around the bar/lounge too , better not think inside the kitchen area.”

“The Paneer Tikka Masala was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced, and the Onion Kulcha was soft and delicious with just the right amount of filling.”

“This place is perfect for a date night! The food is absolutely delicious, and the cocktails are brilliant.”

“Incredible flavor, but charging for rice is silly even if the end price is mostly justified”

“It’s right in the centre of the Granville strip - perfect pre-drinking spot before you hit a club.”

“The place is a dive bar in the best way. Real, fun, and never fake.”

“For a dive bar, it’s got some of the best vibes in the city”

“The ginger, chilli tomato soup was one of the best I've ever tasted, so much flavour and hearty.”

“My curry cauliflower was excellent in taste, crispy and well seasoned.”

“My family popped into Tractor this past week, we needed a quick bite to eat on our way to the airport.”

“Once I asked for a coffee and menu at the bar, the service was fantastic.”

“We were overjoyed to find the delicious substantial real roast beef sandwich au …”

“The staff were excellent - the young lady that waited on us was efficient and very friendly.”

“Despite being crowded we received an excellent service from Ana D. Her service was outstanding.”

“The starter and dessert (sweet potato coconut cream soup, cinnamon creme brulee) were First-rate.”

“Absolutely sensational bar staff! Some of the very best service I have ever received.”

“The Pasta was absolutely delicious and authentic, but what truly made the experience memorable was the service.”

“Amazing experience, the waitress was so kind, i find it a little expensive but is really good”

“Best restaurant for pizza, coffee, brunch and pasta in town. Everything is delicious!”