Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Downtown Vancouver

"Seafood restaurants in Vancouver also evidence Japanese culinary influences, often spotlighting sushi selections on their menu. Coast(1054 Alberni Street) features a refreshing mango California roll with Dungeness crab; playful fish ‘n’ chips cones; as well as nigiri and sashimi options (e.g. anago – salt water eel). Sourced from Sandbar"

"A post shared by Joe Fortes Seafood &Chop House (@joefortesvan). Joe Fortes is an institution in the Vancouver food scene that brings a lot with it, including an unmatched rooftop garden patio barely visible from the street. This awesome spot comes with expert service and a relaxing paradise-like atmosphere."

"The relaxing patio has a living green wall, cozy outdoor fireplace, and a bustling horseshoe-shaped bar. Patio aside, the atmosphere and happy hour, which runs from 4 pm to 6 pm, are also good reasons to make a visit."

"Located in the heart of Yaletown, Blue Water Cafe tops most lists of best Vancouver seafood restaurants and is a favourite among locals, visitors and celebrities alike. Featuring an abundant selection of fresh, West Coast fare, Ocean Wise sustainable fish, oysters, sushi and sashimi, everything at Blue Water is five-star amazing."

"Frank Pabst’s consistently beautiful seafood has put Blue Water Cafe at the top of our Restaurant Awards list for a decade-plus. The Yaletown spot is the go-to for special occasions, and no wonder: the robust caviar menu is second-to-none and the seafood tower is designed to wow. Looking to keep things more casual?"

"Under celebrated executive chef Frank Pabst, this is one of Vancouver's best high-concept seafood restaurants. Gentle music fills the brick-lined, blue-hued interior, while top-notch char, sturgeon and... Top ChoiceMexican in Downtown & West End"

"Situated along the picturesque seawall in False Creek, Ancora Dining and Patio is an elegant restaurant with contemporary décor that serves Peruvian and Japanese cuisine with a particular focus on West Coast sustainable seafood. Designed for comfort, the restaurant features high ceilings and windows, cozy booths in aquatic tones, and airy fishing net–inspired chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. Diners can enjoy Ancora’s five-course tasting menu, which features signature plates of Peruvian and Japanese dishes such as sablefish with dashi braised daikon and Dungeness crab causa topped with huancaina sauce."

"A post shared by Ancora Waterfront Dining (@ancoradining) on Mar 25, 2019 at 10:38am PDT. With two locations situated right by the water, Ancora will offer you an amazing fusion of Peruvian and Japanese seafood cuisine. The two unlikely pairings truly offer Vancouver something different than other seafood restaurants."

"Aburi game 🔥 – 📸 Premium Oshi Trio including: ➡️Hokkaido hotate & botan ebi ➡️Albacore tuna & otoro ➡️Japanese wagyu & hickory smoked bacon – You have to try this aburi oishi sushi on a whole another level. We highly recommend getting our favourite by far – albacore tuna & otoro. The pieces presents with the in your mouth buttery texture & flavours are superb!"

"Located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Yaletown, Minami Restaurant follows the pioneering footsteps of its sister restaurant, Miku, in delivering the innovative dining experience of Aburi cuisine to Vancouver's thriving food scene. Each piece of sushi is flame seared using a blowtorch and..."

"Minami is a sister restaurant to the popular Miku restaurant, and I think I actually prefer eating here. The sushi is also pretty expensive, but I find myself liking the options at Minami more. Be sure to make a reservation because it gets super busy!"

"In their pre-Fish Counter days, co-owners Rob Clark and Mike McDermid were, respectively, a two-time Gold Medal Plates-winning chef and a marine biologist. They teamed up to create the Ocean Wise program, which now spans Canada, to help consumers find sustainable seafood. They sell seasonal, locally sourced fish from a literal fish counter at Fish Counter, but the shop also boasts a takeout counter where a fryer produces superb fish and chips (try the lingcod), oyster po’ boys, and crispy fish tacos."

"Though Vancouverites may remember him as the high-end chef at the long-gone C, he and Mike McDermid not only founded Ocean Wise in 2005, but also transitioned to The Fish Counter in 2014, opening the hybrid seafood shop and casual eatery best known for their Fish & Chips. Address: 3825 Main Street"

"3825 Main St, Vancouver Tel: 604-876-3474 Web: http://thefishcounter.com/ Twitter: @thefishcounter Advice: Closed Mondays, no seats, stand-up counter for eating inside or take it to go. If you have been following the sustainability seafood movement locally in recent years, then you…"

"A post shared by PIER 7 Restaurant + Bar (@pier7restaurant) on Jan 30, 2017 at 3:01pm PST. Sitting on the water next to Lonsdale Quay, this North Vancouver restaurant offers a beautiful view of downtown Vancouver. From 3 to 6, and again from 9 to close, Pier 7’s Happy Hour features seven different appetizers, all for less than $10."

"Enjoy a 180-degree view of the Vancouver Harbour with world-class boat-to-table seafood. Pier 7’s lively bar, cozy dining room and 2-level year-round heated patio make it the perfect spot for brunch, lunch or dinner on the North Vancouver waterfront. 25 Wallace Mews11:30am-11pm, weekdays / 10:30am-11pm, weekendspierseven.ca"

"While the views from this spot aren’t spectacular, its proximity to Third Beach makes it a no brainer for anyone who wants to spend some time in Stanley Park. Grab a relaxed lunch and stroll around the beach a bit, or spend the day at the beach and head over after, either work. Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:30AM-10PM and Saturday/Sunday, 10:30AM-10PMWhere: 7501 Stanley Park"

"If you happen to be hungry and in Stanley Park, we recommend making a pit stop at The Teahouse Restaurant for a meal or a drink in its charming conservatory. Address: 7501 Stanley Park Drive, VancouverPhone: 604-669-3281. Facebook | Instagram"

"With towering trees in its backyard and the ocean at its front door, the breathtaking view of English Bay and the..."

"WildTale is the seafaring sibling of the Flying Pig, and, similarly, has outposts in Yaletown and Olympic Village. This very west coast-style spot offers the perfect array of seafood-centric fare for after work Happy Hour with girlfriends or colleagues, or an ideal place to take your parents to dinner. Address: 1079 Mainland Street"

"A post shared by WildTale (@wildtale) on Mar 22, 2019 at 2:49pm PDT. With two locations in both Yaletown and Olympic Village, there’s double the reason to head here from happy hour and enjoy some amazing selections from the sea that will leave you satisfied. Address: 1079 Mainland Street, VancouverPhone: 604-428-9211"

"A chatty spot popular with both locals and visitors, this small, blue-checkered-tablecloth joint serves great fish-and-chips (cod, salmon or halibut), along with generous dollops of housemade coleslaw and tartar... Top ChoiceDiner in Gastown & Chinatown"

"Masa Japanese Restaurant is a cozy restaurant specializing in sushi, Japanese ramen, and curry. The name “Masa” translates to “true” and “honest,” which is their motto. Masa serves a good range of starters, shared plates, sushi and roll options, rice bowls, soups, noodles, and Japanese desserts for lunch or dinner."

"You'll be jostling for space with chatty locals at this breakfast and lunch joint near the south side of Granville Bridge. But it's worth it: the cozy, super-friendly place is superior to most bacon-and-eggs... Top ChoiceVegan in Downtown & West End"

"We couldn’t write a list of the best donuts in Vancouver without including this absolute titan. We’re not going to sit here and say it’s off the charts, flavour-wise. But, there’s no denying that Duffin’s is a magical place in Vancouver, has a tremendous range of donuts to choose from, and the best value in the city by far."

"Their 30-year run of fresh baked and prepared in-house donuts has made them a Vancouver staple. They offer 50 varieties and also serve fried chicken, Chinese food, and torta subs and are open 24 hours a day. What more could you ask of donut shop?"

"Lucky’s Doughnuts are tasty as they are tasteful, offering gourmet flavours like lemon curd with torched meringue and earl grey with lavender. They serve all the traditional flavours like French crullers, old fashioned glazed, salted caramel and plenty of seasonal and rotating flavours. Keep an eye out for their wildly inventive specials, too."

"Next up we’ve got a couple of spots we’ll call modern classics. This longtime brand from 49th Parallel is no joke, turning out a variety of amazing donuts using all kinds of doughs. Personally, our preferences are their old-fashioned and yeast-based donuts."

"Don’t forget you can save some money when you buy a bakers dozen of Luckys Doughnuts. *Vegan/Gluten Friendly option is also now available. #GetLucky #TheBakersDozen"