Best Dinner Places to Eat in British Columbia

"Vikram Vij has a monopoly on the Best Indian food in Vancouver—his restaurants took Gold, Silver and Bronze at our 2017 Restaurant Awards—and now he's getting in on the patio game, too. His newest room has a gorgeous rooftop setting with views of the North Shore Mountains, but you’ll to need to line up early if you want to see them: he doesn’t take reservations. 3106 Cambie St., vijsrestaurant.ca"

"Best Dish at Vij’s: Wine marinated lamp popsicles in fenugreek cream curry on turmeric and spinach potatoes. With cookbooks, frozen meals, and three restaurants, local Vancouverites know the name Vij’s well. The flagship restaurant has an East meets West kind of flair, with traditional Indian flavors fused with local British Columbian ingredients."

"Going to Vij's Railway Express is a great affordable way to experience Vij's heard-around-the-world food without a two hours wait. Try authentic Indian food with unexpected spice and flavour combinations."

"A post shared by Chambar Restaurant (@chambar_restaurant) on Jun 23, 2020 at 4:46pm PDT. This much-loved local brunch spot has a stellar outdoor space boasting greenery, brick-lined walls, and menus to enjoy from breakfast to dinner. Address: 568 Beatty Street, VancouverPhone: 604-879-7119"

"Vancouver's beloved carbon-neutral Belgian eatery has nailed dinner service for years. Now, you can head to Beatty Street for outstanding brunch, as well. Their 11-item menu is meat-forward but vegans can find options or modify."

"A cozy and elegant Belgian restaurant (located in Chinatown) with breakfast every day and a lengthy brunch menu on the weekends."

"Hainanese Chicken is a delectable, Southasian dish–a golden coloured chicken served boneless and often accompanied by seasoned rice, along some sauce options and cucumber. Preparing it involves a delicate boiling process. Get the best bites of it either at Cafe D’Lite Express or Mamalee."

"Location: 4288 Main Street, VancouverCategory: Casual dining / comfort foodDescription: The original ‘Meet’ restaurant (sister restaurant is in Gastown), with delicious veggie bowls, burgers, and tons of options for fries. Those cauliflower bites, thoWebsite: www.meetonmain.com"

"This is Tacofino’s second brick-and-mortar where Mexican-inspired cuisine is the specialty. Their brick-walled, 3000 sq ft space (located in a restored heritage building off Blood Alley Square) emits the laid-back vibe of Tofino, Baja or SoCal. Beyond their famous Baja-style tacos, new items like the Spicy Kabocha Squash and Pickled Cauliflower Tostada and Salmon Ceviche grace the menu."

"Canadian, Farm To Table, West Coast, Restaurant With Wifi Internet, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant, Take-out. night’s dinner service by the talented Fable team from the local ingredients that arrive at our door."

"Everyone talks about the double bake from Thomas Haas, but what if I told you there was a cheaper double bake option, and at least in a case-by-case comparison in my analysis, that came from a newer entrant in the Vancouver almond croissant scene?. While the almond paste was a little on the short side, it feels like the intention here was to showcase the mastery in flakiness and overall croissant mastery. The folds here were immaculate to say the least and the rise was off the charts relative to everything else on this list."

"We are an independent bakery specializing in naturally leavened sourdough bread and French inspired pastries. We believe in making everything from scratch, with fresh, high quality ingredients. All of our breads are made with whole grains and baked"

"Although I realize that this hotel is a controversial property given that it’s managed by the family of the Donald Trump – president of the United (or divided?) States of America – there’s no denying that it fits this list. Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver is one of the city’s premier luxury hotels and is located in the heart of the Golden Mile, close to couture shopping, restaurants, entertainment and the buzzing financial center. The hotel is housed in Vancouver’s second tallest skyscraper, that stands at 616 ft (188 m) and 69 stories."

"You’ll feel incredibly pampered during your stay at the Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver. You’re right in the heart of the Golden Mile and just a stone throws away from plenty of shopping, fine dining and entertainment. While every room at the hotel comes with a gorgeous view, each room is uniquely designed."

"One of Vancouver’s most acclaimed restaurants, Le Crocodile blends traditional French cooking with innovative West Coast style. Chef Michel Jacob opened the restaurant upon his arrival in Vancouver, seeking to match and achieve the level of culinary standards and service of the finest restaurant in his hometown of Strasbourg, the three-star Michelin restaurant Au Crocodile. Thirty years later, with some of the original staff still there, Le Crocodile is at the top of the list for business people who want to impress a client, and generation after generation of families have passed through the restaurant’s doors."

"Le Crocodile was awarded Best French Restaurant in Where Magazine, The Four Diamond Award, and Top Fine French Restaurant in Vancouver Magazine, among others. Chef and owner Michel Jacob from Strasbourg brought his dreams of becoming a chef in Vancouver and opened a restaurant named Au Crocodile, his favourite facility in his hometown of France. Jacob’s goal was to match the level of distinction he had found in Au Crocodile, which he had achieved with a level of honor of consistency over the past thirty years."

"If you’re looking for a French restaurant in Vancouver that is well-known for keeping a tradition of a classy ambiance, top-notch service, and excellent food, then Le Crocodile is easily among the crowd favorites. At Le Crocodile, you have the perfect combination of both elegance and taste. For starters, you can try out the foie gras with scallop appetizer and bone marrow!"

"Bringing a taste of France into the heart of Vancouver, Bistro Absinthe is a family-owned and operated restaurant that focuses on flavorful French fare made from locally sourced ingredients. Designed and decorated in a French-bistro style, the 22-seater eatery is situated on the lively Commercial Drive and boasts a friendly and inviting ambiance. The bistro serves a prix-fixe menu that consists of three starters, three mains, and three desserts that changes daily, as well as an a la carte menu with dishes such as pan-seared scallops, slow-braised lamb shank and tuna tartare."

"Husband-and-wife team Cory (chef) and Juliana (front of house) Pearson opened Absinthe Bistro in Vancouver after falling in love with French cuisine while working at Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris. Choose from their seasonal fixed price or a la carte menus, and be sure to try one of their absinthe cocktails like the Naughty Fairy or the Absinthe Martini. Location: 1260 Commercial Dr."

"With a menu that changes from time to time, Absinthe is definitely a must-try. Among the popular dishes that I’ve read about, I decided on Absinthe Bistro’s slow-braised (and oh-so-tender) roasted stuffed rabbit loin."

"At The French Table, you'll find traditional French food prepared by master chef Hervé Martin, the former chef and owner at The Hermitage on Robson St, which had a run of 24-years-strong. The restaurant’s “uncomplicated but innovative French cuisine” features items like the marinated salmon with baby dill, creme fraiche and crostini, and sweet breads grenobloise with capers, parsley, lemon butter and celeriac remoulade. Location: 3916 Main St."

"Here’s a restaurant whose charm is held intact by the fact that the founder and owner of the restaurant comes from a tradition of excellence in French cuisine. Chef Herve Martin is mighty proud to share with Vancouver (and the rest of the world) all of his creations, through The French Table. What that means, then, is a food experience that is not just charming, but also delicious."