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Dovetail

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

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2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour
Lively

California inspired family-style share plates, cocktails & vibes. Offering flavours influenced from our experiences, paired with groovy house tunes, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and a sophisticated cocktail list.

For large parties please email reservations@dovetailrestaurant.ca

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From the OpenTable editors: Inspired by the relaxed sophistication of California dining, this stylish spot embraces boho west coast vibes with its soft neutral tones and natural fabrics. Seasonal ingredients are the throughline of a playful menu that ranges from carne asada to spicy vodka pasta. After dinner, classic cocktails and a funky soundtrack encourage diners to hang out longer.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(604) 336-1088
Website
https://www.dovetailrestaurant.ca/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
The back room of Yaletown’s Dovetail restaurant features an intimate space with a private bar. Available for semi-private or fully private bookings, this room is ideal for hosting birthdays, corporate events, and all of life's special celebrations.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (604) 336-1088

Location
1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3
Neighborhood
Yaletown
Parking details
None

Popular dishes

OlivesCA$11.00
rosemary & orange peel infused
Table BreadCA$10.00
focaccia, balsamic butter, rosemary salt
ShishitosCA$14.00
sesame salt, horseradish cream, togarashi
Tuna TartareCA$24.00
albacore, yuzu kosho, tofu, avocado, edamame, fried lotus
MeatballsCA$24.00
whipped ricotta, grilled focaccia, tomato sauce
Bang Bang ShrimpCA$22.00
spicy aioli, chives, pickled fresno
Butter Beef TatakiCA$23.00
crispy shallots, butter soy sauce, cilantro
Mochiko ChickenCA$22.00
marinated cucumber, gochu-mayo, lemon
Carne Asada CA$21.00
marinated flank steak, salsa verde, pickled onion, cotija cheese, corn tortilla

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem LettuceCA$31.00
balsamic caesar, pangrattato, grana padano
BrusselsCA$15.00
black garlic aioli, lemon, grana padano
BroccoliniCA$15.00
roasted shallot vinaigrette, crispy shallots
Baby PotatoesCA$13.00
herbs, garlic aioli
FriesCA$12.00
shaved grana padano, herbs, rosemary salt

Pasta

Spicy VodkaCA$30.00
lumaconi, calabrian chilli, pecorino
"Carbonara"CA$34.00
radiatore, double smoked bacon, soft egg, black pepper, pecorino
BoloCA$34.00
tagliatelle, slow cooked beef & pork ragu, pecorino
MushroomCA$31.00
mafaldine, mushroom ragu, sherry cream, grana padano
Rotating Plant-Based PastaCA$28.00

Large Plates

12oz StriploinCA$65.00
chimichurri, horseradish cream
28oz Bone-In RibeyeCA$115.00
chimichurri, horseradish cream
SteelheadCA$49.00
12oz fillet, tarragon remoulade, lemon, herbs
Chicken ParmCA$34.00
panko parmesan breast, pomodoro, fior di latte, basil
BurgerCA$25.00
double patty, comeback sauce, onion, pickle, american cheese, fries

Desserts

Pistachio CheesecakeCA$18.00
toasted coconut filo, pistachio butter, milk chocolate
Lemon TiramisuCA$12.00
limoncello soaked lady fingers, mascarpone, lemon curd
Chocolate BrownieCA$13.00
sponge toffee, tahitian vanilla gelato, chocolate sauce, maldon salt
AffogatoCA$8.00
tahitian vanilla gelato, Pallet Roasters, espresso
Passionfruit SorbetCA$6.00

What 386 people are saying

Dovetail reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver / British Columbia
Contemporary Canadian
Vancouver
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dovetail in Yaletown is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Ideal for any occasion, it offers a "vibrant atmosphere" with standout dishes like spicy vodka pasta and bang bang shrimp. Although occasionally noisy, the restaurant's "California-inspired" vibe and attentive staff make it a "must-try" destination.

386 Reviews

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Cory VIP
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always. Great food atmosphere and service for a business lunch.
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Kim
Vancouver5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was so professional and knowledgeable giving g us time to decide our food order , friendly and happy Food was delicious indeed and all food arrived at perfect time Nice vibe cos it was busy Thanks and will recommend and be back soon👍🏽🤤
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dovetail made me feel so celebrated on my birthday! They took care of myself and my family and the food was outstanding!! Best believe me and my family will be back soon!!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Vancouver6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fantastic experience at Dovetail! The cocktails were exquisite and the bang bang shrimp were to die for. We were blown away at the Brussel sprouts our server recommended and were fighting over the remaining ones. We ended the night with their lemon tiramisu and had a fantastic time. We weren’t rushed, our conversation was great, had amazing service, and we will definitely be back!
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Nahid
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an amazing dining experience at Dovetail! The food was absolutely delicious—one of the best meals I've had in Vancouver in a long time. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The service was also excellent—friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back!
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Tim
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My second time dining here and absolutely love the food. The atmosphere is nice, serving staff and bartenders were 10/10
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favourite restaurant in the city. Always a great dining experience. The staff are excellent as well.
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Maneet VIP
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing like usual. Our server was also fantastic.
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Brittany
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can’t say enough and about how wonderful the service was. The food was also fantastic. Highly recommend this place and look forward to coming back again soon.
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Sue
Vancouver7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is excellent! Service was great and they didn’t rush us out the door. I’ll be back soon.
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FAQs

Dovetail is rated 4.8 stars by 386 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

1079 mainland street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3

Additional information

Neighborhood
Yaletown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.dovetailrestaurant.ca/
Phone number
(604) 336-1088
Private party facilities
The back room of Yaletown’s Dovetail restaurant features an intimate space with a private bar. Available for semi-private or fully private bookings, this room is ideal for hosting birthdays, corporate events, and all of life's special celebrations.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (604) 336-1088

Dovetail

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About this restaurant

Why they're an Icon

Private dining

Additional information

Lemon Tiramisu

Mushroom

Butter Beef Tataki

Small Plates

OlivesCA$11.00

Table BreadCA$10.00

ShishitosCA$14.00

Tuna TartareCA$24.00

MeatballsCA$24.00

Bang Bang ShrimpCA$22.00

Butter Beef TatakiCA$23.00

Mochiko ChickenCA$22.00

Carne Asada CA$21.00

Salads + Sides

Baby Gem LettuceCA$31.00

BrusselsCA$15.00

BroccoliniCA$15.00

Baby PotatoesCA$13.00

FriesCA$12.00

Pasta

Spicy VodkaCA$30.00

"Carbonara"CA$34.00

BoloCA$34.00

MushroomCA$31.00

Rotating Plant-Based PastaCA$28.00

Large Plates

12oz StriploinCA$65.00

28oz Bone-In RibeyeCA$115.00

SteelheadCA$49.00

Chicken ParmCA$34.00

BurgerCA$25.00

Desserts

Pistachio CheesecakeCA$18.00

Lemon TiramisuCA$12.00

Chocolate BrownieCA$13.00

AffogatoCA$8.00

Passionfruit SorbetCA$6.00

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