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Best Fine Dining in Vancouver

Find the best fine dining restaurants in Vancouver, BC. Scored on what actually matters.

By DineSpin Team·Updated February 2026·10 spots

Vancouver's fine dining scene has matured past the "impressive plating, forgettable food" phase. These ten restaurants actually deliver—not just on technique, but on the kind of experience that justifies the price tag and the advance reservation. Some are quiet celebrations of craft. Others are boisterous, celebratory spaces. All of them have regulars who keep coming back.

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1.

Angela Pastificio

92/100

Angela Pastificio is a well-regarded Italian restaurant celebrated for its excellent, fresh, handmade pasta and intimate, vibey atmosphere. While most diners report outstanding food and service, securing a reservation can be challenging, and detailed a serious issue with allergy handling and perceived discrimination.

Pro tip: Amazing pasta tasting menu in a cozy but vibey setting. Everything presented was tasty and just the right portion size

🍽️Food98

The pasta is well-regarded as outstanding, with many calling it the best they've had, even compared to Italy. Dishes are noted for their freshness, quality ingredients, and authentic, flavorful preparation.

Amazing pasta tasting menu

👋Service85

Service is generally described as attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and warm, contributing to a positive overall experience. However, detailed a highly negative encounter.

Service was attentive and friendly

Vibe88

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, intimate, and vibey, with an open kitchen adding to the engaging dining experience.

Cozy but vibey setting

💰Value85

While prices are noted, the tasting menu is frequently described as worth the cost, offering a high-quality, multi-course experience.

The tasting menu was definitely worth it

📍 1869 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1H8, Canada
4.9$$$VancouverItalian
Ideal for
Pasta enthusiasts seeking authentic, high-quality dishesDiners looking for an intimate and engaging dining experienceSpecial occasions
2.

Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

92/100

This is where Michelin recognition actually means something. The seafood tower arrives impossibly fresh, desserts are consistently impressive, and the staff knows how to handle a celebration without making it awkward.Worth visiting for special occasions if you trust fine dining's safety standards and are willing to speak up clearly about dietary needs.

Pro tip: If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, tell your server twice—once at booking, once when seated. The kitchen needs explicit confirmation.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its high quality, fresh ingredients, and exquisite preparation, with particular recognition for seafood towers, desserts, and various main courses.

Absolutely amazing

👋Service90

Service is frequently described as excellent, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, with many staff members singled out for making occasions special.

Extremely attentive

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as elegant, fancy, chic, and perfect for special occasions, offering a sophisticated yet comfortable dining experience.

Beautiful and inviting restaurant

💰Value70

While considered pricey, the overall experience, quality of food, and service are frequently deemed worth the cost, though some find happy hour pricing high.

Worth the experience and value

📍 845 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6, Canada
4.4$$$$VancouverSeafood
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsFine dining enthusiastsSeafood lovers
3.

Restaurant Kavita

92/100

Restaurant Kavita offers an excellent and innovative take on Indian cuisine, blending authentic regional flavors with modern culinary techniques and beautiful presentation. The service is warm and attentive, contributing to a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. While generally well-received, some diners found certain portions to be small for the price.

Pro tip: Kavita is pure poetry on a plate! Serving art with attitude.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its innovation, authentic regional flavors, and beautiful presentation, often described as a modern and elevated take on Indian cuisine.

Pure poetry on a plate

👋Service90

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, warm, attentive, and professional, with staff engaging customers and contributing to a positive experience.

Staff were warm, attentive

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, welcoming, intimate, and elegant, with an open kitchen adding to the ambiance.

Inviting lighting and great music

💰Value75

While the food and experience are well-regarded, some diners noted that certain dishes were expensive for their portion size.

Way too expansive for the size

📍 250 W 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1G1, Canada
4.7$$$VancouverIndian
Ideal for
Diners seeking elevated Indian cuisineSpecial occasion celebrationsThose who appreciate creative cocktails
4.

COFU Chinatown

92/100

COFU Chinatown offers an excellent plant-based Japanese dining experience, lauded for its creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented cuisine. The serene atmosphere and attentive service contribute to a memorable occasion, making it a standout destination for both vegans and non-vegans.

Pro tip: Amazing night at COFU Chinatown in Vancouver. The food was not only flavourful, it was a great experience.

🍽️Food95

The plant-based Japanese cuisine is well-regarded for its creativity, fresh ingredients, and outstanding flavor profiles, often exceeding expectations even for non-vegans.

Flavourful, it was a great experience

👋Service90

Service is generally described as attentive, warm, friendly, and knowledgeable, with staff often making first-rate recommendations and contributing to a special dining experience.

Staff were very attentive

Vibe95

The restaurant's Japandi-inspired minimalist design, warm atmosphere, and beautiful interior create a serene, luxurious, and special ambiance.

Beautiful interior

💰Value85

While some reviews hint at high-end pricing, the overall reception suggests that the quality, creativity, and experience justify the cost.

Surprisingly reasonable price

📍 488 Gore Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 2Z6, Canada
4.8$$$VancouverJapanese
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsVegans and vegetarians seeking elevated diningDiners looking for a unique culinary experience
5.

Maple Grill

92/100

Maple Grill is a highly-regarded kosher restaurant in Vancouver, celebrated for its excellent food quality, fresh ingredients, and outstanding service. It offers a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere, making it a top choice for both locals and visitors seeking a high-caliber kosher dining experience.

Pro tip: The food is amazing and the service is outstanding, a favorite in Vancouver.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate taste, freshness, and high quality, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

Food is amazing

👋Service94

Service is frequently described as top-notch, friendly, attentive, and professional, with specific staff members often receiving commendations.

Service was wonderful

Vibe85

The atmosphere is generally described as pleasant, nice, sophisticated, upscale, and inviting, contributing to an enjoyable dining experience.

Pleasant atmosphere and nice design

💰Value75

While generally well-received, a few diners noted that prices seemed slightly high for certain dishes, though others found them fair.

Prices seemed slightly high

📍 1965 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Z3, Canada
4.7$$$VancouverKosher
Ideal for
Kosher diners seeking high-quality mealsVisitors to Vancouver looking for a reliable dining optionSpecial occasions and family gatherings
6.

Botanist

92/100

Botanist offers an excellent dining experience in Vancouver, celebrated for its artistic and delicious food, impeccable service, and stunning ambiance. It is particularly recommended for special occasions and tasting menus, though it comes at a higher price point.

Pro tip: Outstanding food, service, and ambiance make for an unforgettable dining experience.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, creative presentation, and delicious, unique flavors, with many dishes described as works of art. The tasting menu is a particular highlight.

Food was AMAZING and reasonably priced

👋Service96

Service is frequently described as top-notch, attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional, with staff often going above and beyond to make occasions special.

Service was beyond amazing.

Vibe95

The restaurant's ambiance is consistently lauded as beautiful, elegant, and sophisticated, with lush greenery and a refined atmosphere that enhances the dining experience.

The ambiance is stunning

💰Value75

While generally considered expensive, many diners feel the quality of food, service, and overall experience justifies the cost, though a few found portions small for the price.

Quite expensive, but definitely worth it.

📍 1038 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9, Canada
4.6$$$$VancouverMixed/Fusion
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsTasting menu enthusiastsThose seeking an elegant atmosphere
7.

Blue Water Cafe

92/100

Blue Water Cafe is a well-regarded Vancouver establishment renowned for its excellent seafood, elegant ambiance, and impeccable service. It consistently delivers a high-quality dining experience, making it a top choice for special occasions and discerning diners.

Pro tip: Outstanding food, impeccable service, and a beautiful ambiance make this a top Vancouver dining destination.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, freshness, and beautiful presentation, with a particular emphasis on seafood and sushi. Signature dishes like the sablefish and seafood towers are frequently highlighted.

Everything we ordered was delicious

👋Service93

Service is overwhelmingly described as top-notch, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, with many staff members well-regarded for enhancing the dining experience.

Our waiter Leo was so incredible

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently described as elegant, beautiful, warm, and sophisticated, making it suitable for special occasions and enjoyable for conversation.

Beautiful room!

💰Value75

While the food and experience are highly regarded, some diners note that the restaurant is pricey or a splurge, with a few mentioning small portions.

It isn’t inexpensive

📍 1095 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9, Canada
4.7$$$$VancouverSeafood
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsSeafood and sushi enthusiastsBusiness dinners
8.

Absinthe Bistro

92/100

Absinthe Bistro is a highly-regarded French-West Coast fusion restaurant in Vancouver, celebrated for its excellent food quality, intimate atmosphere, and warm service. It's a consistent choice for special occasions and those seeking a refined dining experience.

Pro tip: The food was top notch, the Dishes was prepared with perfection! We ordered the sable fish and duck breast and wow how good it was especially the duck breast, it was very juicy and tender.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, creative French-West Coast fusion, and perfect execution, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

Food was top notch

👋Service90

Service is frequently described as warm, attentive, friendly, and professional, with staff often going the extra mile for celebrations.

Service is genuinely warm and attentive

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, intimate, calm, and elegant, making it suitable for special occasions.

Cozy and intimate

💰Value85

While not inexpensive, the value is generally considered good due to high-quality ingredients, generous portions on some dishes, and the overall dining experience.

Very reasonable price too

📍 952 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W7, Canada
4.6$$$VancouverFrench
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsIntimate dinnersFrench cuisine enthusiasts
9.

Bar Bravo

92/100

Bar Bravo is a well-regarded seafood-focused restaurant in Vancouver, celebrated for its innovative and remarkably well-executed dishes, warm and attentive service, and lively yet intimate atmosphere. While generally offering great value, some guests find portions small for the price, and the vibrant ambiance can lead to high noise levels.

Pro tip: Excellent food, service, and vibe make this worth trying favorite.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its creativity, freshness, and outstanding execution, with a strong emphasis on seafood. Dishes are often described as flavorful, beautifully presented, and innovative.

Everything was incredible

👋Service93

Service is frequently highlighted as attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and personable, with many staff members and owners well-regarded for making guests feel welcome and cared for.

Service is very attentive

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently described as lively, energetic, chic, and intimate, with a warm and welcoming ambiance that enhances the dining experience.

Cool Vibes from the start

💰Value75

While many find the prices justified by the quality, a few diners note that portions can be small for the price, and some feel the value is not entirely aligned with the upscale pricing.

Portions seemed small for sharing

📍 4194 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5V 4E8, Canada
4.8$$$VancouverSeafood
Ideal for
Date nights and special occasionsSeafood enthusiastsDiners seeking a lively atmosphere
10.

AnnaLena

92/100

Michelin-starred for reason—each course is a work of art, the wine pairings are genuinely among the best in the city, and service is impeccable. Chef-owner Michael Robbins builds a menu that changes seasonally and actually rewards repeat visits. Occasional inconsistency (overly salty dishes, portions too small to not be hungry after), reservation-only format, and the high end of pricing ($154–$400+) mean this doesn't land for everyone. This is for people who think about food between visits.

Pro tip: Go with wine pairings—they're curated on-site and outthink any pairing you'd do yourself. Bring appetite and patience for a long evening; courses are small but numerous.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its creativity, exquisite flavors, and beautiful presentation, with many considering it among the best fine dining experiences.

One of the best Michelin star meals

👋Service88

Service is frequently described as excellent, attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, though a few instances of arrogance and dismissiveness have been noted.

The service was attentive and the food was exquisite.

Vibe90

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as intimate, creative, modern, and fun, contributing significantly to the overall dining experience.

Truly a creative and well-executed menu

💰Value80

While acknowledged as pricey, the overall experience, quality, and portion size of the tasting menu are generally considered worth the cost.

Worth the value and experi

📍 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 4M6, Canada
4.7$$$$VancouverModern Canadian
Ideal for
Special occasion celebrationsFood enthusiasts seeking creative cuisineDiners appreciating attentive service

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