Where Chefs Eat in Vancouver

by Phaidon

Updated September 13, 2021

You’re in luck. The world’s best chefs are sharing their favorite places to dine out in Vancouver. We’ve partnered with Phaidon's Where Chefs Eat, the best-selling restaurant guidebook with over 7,000 recommendations across the globe, to create a list of restaurants in Vancouver where chefs love to eat. Grab your copy of this must-have guide, and get 30% off, just for being an OpenTable diner.

Cioppino's Mediterranean Grill

4.6

4.6 (571)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

"Chef Pino is the godfather of Italian cooking. I love his modern take on Italian classics." – Angus An

Top review

Karen

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

It is so sad that this terrific restaurant is closing A major loss for Vancouver

Guu Original Thurlow

4.7

4.7 (359)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

"Guu is open late, the atmosphere is great, there's cold beer and the food is spot on and delicious. The chefs have a one page written menu of specials and if you can sit at the bar I recommend doing so, because it's a good crew to watch cook." – Brian Luptak

Top review

Natalie

Dined 4 days ago

We come here frequently to celebrate all our big things in life (Birthdays, anniversaries, etc.) We love this place because the service is always amazing, staff are incredible, food is always 10/10, and the vibe is always incredible. We love Guu.

Hawksworth Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (2826)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Yaletown

About the restaurant

"Hawksworth is the benchmark in Vancouver for excellence in service, food and cellars." – Andrea Carlson

Top review

Jake

Dined 1 day ago

Hawksworth is ranked one of the best in Vancouver year after year for good reason. The food is delicious and the service is always impeccable.

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Experience

Hawksworth's Seasonal Tasting Menu

Experience

Hawksworth for the Holidays

Experience

Sparkle into the New Year at Hawksworth

Farmer's Apprentice

4.7

4.7 (434)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Farm-to-table

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

"I've had some of the most emotionally-charged simple meals at this small intimate restaurant. It takes a lot of guts to ride the wave he rides. Flavors are delicate, ingredients pristine and amazing execution. This is a great example of effortless simplicity." – Jair Tellez

Top review

Elsa

Dined 5 days ago

Great little gem, amazing food and our server Owen was fantastic.

Five Sails Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2007)

CAN$51 and over

French

Downtown

About the restaurant

Recommended by Chef James Walt from Araxi

Top review

EdwinVIP

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

Roxy was an outstanding server! Very helpful with her food recommendations & extremely nice!

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Experience

Weekday Afternoon Tea

Experience

Christmas 2024 at Five Sails

Experience

Festive Holiday Afternoon Tea

Tojo's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (841)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Fairview

About the restaurant

Recommended by Chef Paul Berglund from The Bachelor Farmer

Top review

Frankie

Dined 7 days ago

I came here for a birthday dinner, and it was my first time visiting – what a fantastic choice! From the moment we walked in and were greeted, everything was absolutely perfect. The service was warm, friendly, and made us feel so welcomed. The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. As we enjoyed our meal, we couldn’t stop talking about how excited we were to come back. It was truly an unforgettable experience – perfect in every way!

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