Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Dunbar-Southlands

92 restaurants available nearby

1. Nightingale

4.8

Exceptional(1914)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Coal Harbour

Booked 174 times today

Nightingale's menu feature dishes that are ingredient-led and packed with flavour. MICHELIN Guide Recommended and Named Canada’s Best Farm to Table Restaurant, we are passionate about sourcing locally and our relationship with local farms, growers, foragers & fisherman are second to none. Our wood-stone pizza oven is at the heart of our kitchen and our dough has been diligently perfected to deliver Neapolitan style pizzas with seasonally changing toppings over a delicious crust. Guests are encouraged to order a range of dishes from our extensive menu selection, which are best shared family-style. Nightingale's award winning wine list has been carefully curated, and our highly trained Sommelier Team is on hand to guide you towards local hidden gems, as well as both those elusive and more popular varietals. We offer a range of local craft beers as well as classic and seasonally changing original cocktails.

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2. Miku Restaurant - Vancouver

4.8

Exceptional(6473)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Coal Harbour

Booked 149 times today

Specializing in aburi, or flamed-seared, sushi, the act of applying flame directly and lightly searing sushi enhances the natural flavours and textures of the seafood. Miku owner, Seigo Nakamura, innovated the Aburi concept by crafting specialty sauces using non-traditional Japanese ingredients to pair with each type of fish.Located at the corner of Howe Street and Canada Place WayMichelin RecommendedWinner of Georgia Straight's Golden Plate for Best Japanese Restaurant in VancouverTimeOut's 20 best restaurants in Vancouver to eat in 2022OpenTable's 22 Restaurants That Define Vancouver Dining 2022Executive Chef: Kazuhiro Hayashi

3. Social Corner Yaletown

4.4

Awesome(130)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yaletown

Booked 76 times today

Tapas, pizza, small plates, share plates, paella, and one epic burger - there's something for everyone at Social Corner. Michelin Guide recommended, offering lunch, brunch, dinner and drinks seven days a week. Located in Yaletown on the corner of Homer and Smithe street. We look forward to hosting you.

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4. Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

4.6

Exceptional(8754)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West End

Booked 122 times today

Joe Fortes has been specializing in classic, American cuisine since 1985. The turn-of-the-century inspired dining room features 30-foot high ceilings and six unique dining venues that include our Rooftop Garden. Director of Culinary, Wayne Sych, and Executive Chef, Ryan Green, prepare each dish with a focus on natural flavours and features the finest ingredients from Pacific Northwest farmers, fishermen, and other food artisans. Serving more than 30 kinds of fresh fish, premium oysters and thick chops daily, Joe’s signature dishes have become a favourite with locals, celebrities & tourists alike. Joe’s is known as the best oyster bar in Vancouver and is home to some of North America's best oyster shuckers. Our award winning wine list features over 200 selections from prominent wine regions throughout the world. Enjoy a delicious cocktail at our bar with live piano music nightly or on our seasonal Rooftop Patio (reservable only by calling the restaurant directly).

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5. Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(6693)

Price: Very Expensive

• International • Downtown

Booked 63 times today

A stunning combination of great food and a magical panoramic view. Together they make us famous. - **Window tables are non-reservable and are on a first come, first serve basis with reservations taking priority**- *There's a minimum requirement of 1 main course per person to be sat on our revolving portion of the dining room*- **A credit card is required for all bookings and an 18% gratuity will be added to reservations of 6 persons or more**Happy Hour daily from 3pm-5pm!! (Dinner service unavailable during this time, tables must leave by 5pm)

6. Le Crocodile

4.7

Exceptional(250)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 67 times today

For over four decades, Le Crocodile has been a cornerstone of culinary excellence in the heart of Vancouver. As the torch passes from one generation to the next, we embark on an exciting new chapter under the guidance of our visionary chef, Rob Feenie.Step into our newly redesigned space, where warmth and nostalgia blend seamlessly with contemporary flair. The ambiance exudes the timeless elegance of Art Deco, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels both familiar and exhilaratingly new.At Le Crocodile by Rob Feenie, we are committed to preserving the essence of the dining experience you have grown to love while embracing the evolution of taste and style. Join us as we continue to write the next chapter of our storied history, one unforgettable meal at a time.For groups of 6 and more please email us at info@lecrocodilerestaurant.com

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7. Oddfish Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1087)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kitsilano

Booked 25 times today

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.

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8. Hawksworth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2790)

Price: Very Expensive

• Canadian • Yaletown

Booked 67 times today

Since bursting on to the scene in 2011, Hawksworth Restaurant has earned its place amongst the finest restaurants in the world, winning multiple accolades from MICHELIN, Forbes, LA LISTE, and Canada's 100 Best. Recognized for its compelling and technically skilled cuisine, deep and diverse wine list, inventive cocktail program, and warm, genuine hospitality. Menus conceived by celebrated Canadian Chef David Hawksworth, Executive Chef Sylvain Assie, and Pastry Chef Marissa Gonzalez showcase ingredient-led contemporary cuisine, that is firmly rooted in the classics. Using only the highest quality ingredients sourced locally and from around the world, bold, bright flavours are presented in skillfully executed dishes that echo nostalgia with a modern and local twist.

9. Minami Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3363)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Yaletown

Booked 66 times today

Located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Yaletown, Minami 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 binchotan (oak charcoal), resulting in sushi with a smoky aroma and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

10. Fable Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(725)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kitsilano

Booked 31 times today

Fable Kitchen, a farm-to-table restaurant, is a hotspot for special occasions in Vancouver. The ambiance is described as 'lively, comfortable and unpretentious', perfect for a 'special, romantic, quiet dinner'. The food is consistently 'exceptional' with a menu full of 'creative' and 'delicious' dishes. The staff's 'attentive' and 'thoughtful' service is highly praised. As one reviewer put it, 'The staff are attentive and thoughtful and the ambience is elevated yet relaxed. Highly recommend.'

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Shirley
Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was the first time we experienced the Happy Hour and it did not disappoint. The service was fantastic! From letting us get seated earlier than our 3 o’clock reservation to our beautiful server Sarah and of course the view! We will definitely be back!
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Top of Vancouver Revolving RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• International• Downtown
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4.6
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Frances
Vancouver / British Columbia •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Outstanding food and service. We sat at the Chefs Table where we looked directly into the kitchen. Wonderful experience. 10/10 would recommend for anyone.
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NightingalePrice: Expensive• Canadian• Coal Harbour
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4.8
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Tim
Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was excellent from start to finish. The pizzas we had were amazing. I’ll be back for sure.
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Social Corner YaletownPrice: Expensive• Italian• Yaletown
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4.4
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HoracioPH1365
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This restaurant was recommended by a lot of people in Vancouver. The food was excellent, our server. Charlotte was extraordinary. The manager was very attentive and came to our table to make sure food. Allergies would not be an issue, and we really appreciate it that gesture. Yeah The only issue we had was with the hostess, who was not really friendly. That alone could’ve been a bad experience for us, but the rest of the staff made it so we forgot our encounter with her. Overall, (without the hostess interaction) our experience was great.
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Miku Restaurant - VancouverPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Coal Harbour
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4.8
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Heather
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service - waiter was amazing. Tables are a bit to close for my personal liking but it would not stop me from going back.
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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop HousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• West End
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4.6

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92 restaurants available nearby

1. Nightingale

2. Miku Restaurant - Vancouver

3. Social Corner Yaletown

4. Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

5. Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant

6. Le Crocodile

7. Oddfish Restaurant

8. Hawksworth Restaurant

9. Minami Restaurant

10. Fable Kitchen

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