Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Vancouver

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Holts Café Vancouver

4.6

4.6 (267)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Granville Entertainment District

About the restaurant

Per provincial government mandates, proof of vaccination and photo ID will be required for indoor dining at Holts Café Vancouver.

Holts Café celebrates Canadian cuisine with a European influence. Our vision for the restaurants and their dishes is focused on sustainability, quality-driven ingredients, locality, and seasonality.

The menus pay homage to Holts Café classics and staples with a warm, inviting, fresh, and simplistic approach. Service times include brunch and lunch at all cafés, as well as afternoon tea and an expanded evening dinner service at select locations—all in a refined, contemporary environment.

Top review

LaingVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Holts always does everything well - including the Holts Cafe!

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Experience

Jo Malone Holiday Afternoon Tea

Okeya Kyujiro Vancouver

4.9

4.9 (178)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@info.ca
PRICE: $325 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

Top review

Dianna

Dined 7 days ago

This was phenomenal. I was skeptical when booking about the cost ($325/person), but it was exceptional. The service was superb! The food was insanely good. Makes me wonder what a 3 Michelin star Japanese restaurant is like if this is only a 1!!! I felt they were at least a 2 star!

Gotham Steakhouse and Bar

4.9

4.9 (3656)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Vancouver's most awarded steakhouse featuring the finest Canadian Prime beef, fresh seafood and local ingredients in season. Gotham features soaring ceilings, sumptuous leather and velvet upholstery, private dining rooms, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service.

Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards *** We are unable to accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

Top review

Lisa

Dined 1 day ago

Fun festive atmosphere with great service and food.

ELEM

4.8

4.8 (43)

CAN$51 and over

Global, International

Mount Pleasant

About the restaurant

ELEM is a new restaurant and cocktail lab on Main + 5th.

Guests can expect to indulge in Top Chef Canada alum Mayekar’s bold cooking, featuring creative flavour-packed dishes that highlight the unique spices from cuisines around the world with local ingredients, alongside Winnie Sun’s inventive, element-inspired and sustainability-driven cocktails.

ELEM’s food menu is an exploration of flavours and spices from all corners of the world, including Bangkok, California, Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Mumbai – all inspired by Mayekar’s extensive travels and Indian heritage. There will also be a big focus on local BC-grown ingredients.

The 2,946 square foot, 76-seat space was designed by Vancouver-based Marko Simcich Architect and features three dining spaces and an open window into the kitchen to see the chefs at work.

Top review

Tamim

Dined 4 days ago

5-Star Delight at ELEM! We had an amazing dining experience at ELEM! The food was absolutely exquisite, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was impeccable, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. We highly recommend ELEM for a special occasion or a delicious evening out with friends or family. Here are some of the highlights: * The food is incredible! We chose multiple dishes from the menu, and each was a masterpiece. * The service is top-notch. Our server Georgio was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. * The atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated. It's the perfect place for a special occasion. Overall, we were very impressed with ELEM. It's a truly exceptional restaurant that we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner

Selene Aegean Bistro

4.6

4.6 (40)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Greek

Hastings / Sunrise

About the restaurant

Selene Aegean Bistro is the newest venture from the family that brought you the Michelin guide recommended Nammos Estiatorio.
“We're incredibly excited to introduce Selene to the Hastings-Sunrise neighborhood,” said Yianni Kerasiotis, co-owner of Selene. “Our vision is to create a unique, elevated dining experience for this city. Selene will be Greek cuisine with an exciting blend of culinary influences from all across the Aegean coast."
Selene's menu features locally sourced seafood and dishes inspired by the culinary traditions of the Aegean region, with many exciting twists. Guests are encouraged to order a range of dishes from our extensive menu selection, which are best shared family-style. In addition to the sophisticated fare, Selene will boast a curated beverage program, highlighting handcrafted cocktail, and Greek, Spanish and local wines.

Our online reservation is limited to 6 guests; should you require 7+, please call/email us.

Top review

Timmy

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent. Food are just authentic, just the wine and cocktail are so so..

Guu - Davie

4.8

4.8 (139)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

West End

About the restaurant

Featuring two of popular Japanese authentic nabemono hot pots, Shabu Shabu and Oden, Guu Davie opened its door in Feb 11th 2019. Please enjoy authentic Japanese comfort dishes of twisted fusion oden to classic oden, simple kelp broth shabu shabu to carefully prepared flavourful broth soup shabu shabu such as tonkotsu broth and Japanese curry broth. Yes, we still have your favourite karaage and freshly cut sashimi!

Top review

Dream

Dined on Nov 24, 2024

we loved all the food and service from koji n ryo <3

Aleph Middle Eastern Eatery

4.8

4.8 (232)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Vegan

Hastings / Sunrise

About the restaurant

Unrestricted Middle Eastern cuisine served in a cozy space inspired by a Levantine courtyard. Aleph’s menu draws inspiration from classic Middle Eastern staples to offer a borderless cuisine experience. At Aleph, dishes are cooked with fresh ingredients making use of the excellent Middle Eastern spices, vibrant vegetables and, of course, an abundance of the best olive oil.

Top review

AngelaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Aleph has the most delicious, creative Middle Eastern food. Four of us shared six dishes and were pleasantly full. The flavours are magical. I can’t wait to go back.

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Experience

Jerusalem Experience

Experience

Levantine Brunch for Two

Experience

NYE at Aleph

Oddfish Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1104)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

Oddfish is a Seafood and Vegetable focused restaurant. Ethically sourced and high quality ingredients are what you will find here with the focus being on the food - not the fuss. In regard to the wine list - approachable and interesting with a great price point is our goal. The atmosphere is casual and fun. We are a neighbourhood restaurant that others from outside the neighbourhood come to for that welcoming atmosphere. We are the same people who created Nook and Tavola restaurants.

Top review

Nikki

Dined 3 days ago

As always, an amazing experience. Holiday bustle, great food and service.

Lupo Restaurant & Vinoteca

4.8

4.8 (3699)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

Modern Italian cooking emphasizing quality and value. Lupo Restaurant located at the entrance to Vancouver’s famous Yaletown area. Theatres, Concert and sporting venues all within a short walk.

Now open for Take Away Dining

Top review

Brad

Dined 1 day ago

Terrific food and service. The wine was top notch as well. Great night out.

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4.8

4.8 (55)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Gastown

About the restaurant

Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

Top review

Josh

Dined 1 day ago

Truly incredible fish, with perfect texture, balanced flavors. Highly recommend the black cod nigiri. The poached cod in broth was maybe a touch sweet. Great vibe. Great night out.

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