Vancouver is a multicultural hub with a restaurant scene as diverse as the people within. From the hip and happening Yaletown to the beautiful and picturesque Kitsilano, the best seafood restaurants in Vancouver and surrounds are home to some unforgettable date nights, lively meals out with friends and family, and celebratory special occasions.
Step into an iconic beach house to feast on sustainable seafood, steaks and regional wines, or take a seat on a stunning waterfront patio for some top-notch seafood with serene views. Set forth on a culinary exploration that transports to the vast ocean, delving into the diverse landscape of seafood fare.
From seafood towers to lobster linguini and stunning ceviche, read on for the 10 best seafood restaurants in Vancouver and reserve your table on OpenTable now.
The best seafood restaurants in Vancouver and surrounds – read on for a guide
For a seafood and chop house experience – head over to Joe Fortes in West End and Whistler
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, situated in two beautiful locations of the West End and Whistler is a seafood and steakhouse hot spot with a popular oyster bar and an enticing rooftop patio. Diners have come from far and wide around the globe to experience the award-winning Vancouver restaurant, which is an ode to San Francisco’s renowned seafood scene. From fresh oysters to classic fish and chips, and a lovely selection of steaks and chops like filet mignon, Joe Fortes is your go-to destination for a night (or day) of surf and turf at either of the stunning West End or Whistler Village locations. Named after Vancouver legend Joe Fortes himself, this hot spot honours the iconic sailor and citizen with a restaurant as quality and impressive as the man himself.
📍 West End — Check availability
📍 Whistler — Check availability
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For a beach house getaway in Vancouver – make your way to Beach House in West Vancouver
Beach House in West Vancouver is a West Coast-inspired seafood and steak gem serving regional wines and overlooking the picturesque Howe Sound. True to its name, Beach House is located right on the beautiful waters, offering lovely views while making your way through its seafood-centric menu. From seafood towers and platters to Captain Buster’s Clam Chowder, your seafood cravings have met its maker over at Beach House. A wonderful filet and lobster tail is also offered, combining the hot spot’s two specialties in one impressive main dish. Diners are also encouraged to inquire about the catch of the day for a locally caught meal, offering an authentic experience and meal sourced from the beautiful waters before your eyes.
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For one of the best seafood restaurants in the Vancouver surrounds – take a day trip to Finn’s Seafood, Chops and Cocktails in Victoria
Finn’s Seafood, Chops and Cocktails, located in beautiful Victoria, is named after “the father of Victoria” himself, Mr. Roderick Finlayson, and housed in a historic redbrick and fieldstone heritage building. The waterside gem serves staples like sustainable fresh BC steelhead and live Atlantic lobster for an authentic local taste. Guests can also feast on the fresh and local oysters and mussels, which are a lovely shareable for you and your table. Outside of seafood classics, Finn’s offers fantastic artisan pizzas, steaks, earthy salads and bowls, and sandwiches like the famous Finn’s burger made with New York strip and chuck. The Victoria hotspot is an ode to the area it is situated in, and offers sublime views and a taste of the local gems sourced all around you.
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For a special occasion with ocean views – be sure to try Pier 7 Restaurant and Bar in North Vancouver
Pier 7 Restaurant and Bar is a gorgeous elegant oceanfront restaurant located in the historic and revitalized Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver. The premium seafood hot spot offers sweeping views both outdoors and on its private upper deck, which is a go-to destination for social gatherings, corporate events, and that special occasion you’ve been waiting to celebrate. Feast your way through a shareable seafood platter featuring an assortment of seafood staples served with cocktail sauce, which is a wonderful starter for you and your table. The Pier 7 poke is an outstanding main choice, offering a colourful and healthy bowl with your choice of ahi tuna or crispy tofu. The steak and scallops, Pacific cod and chips, and steak and lobster Tarragon are main classics that are sure to leave you satisfied. Pair these with any of the signature cocktails like the Galaxy Sour and top off that meal with a lovely key lime pie to put a bow on your dining experience at Pier 7.
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For a romantic date night – visit Wild Blue Restaurant and Bar in Whistler Village
Wild Blue Restaurant and Bar is a fancy gam that brings a stellar dining experience to the charming Whistler Village, with a focus on Pacific Northwest cuisine with a French and Italian twist. Vancouver Magazine hails it as “the most important Whistler restaurant opening in a decade”, offering an elevated fine dining experience highlighted by staples from the deep blue. Start your experience with a selection of oysters, caviar, and chilled seafood, before feasting on a Pacific striped bass or a beautiful steak and frites with your cut of choice like the Wagyu striploin sourced straight from Japan. From the eye-popping presentation to its matching taste, Wild Blue is your destination for an elevated seafood experience in one of British Columbia’s most celebrated scenic areas and restaurants.
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For a French-style waterfront experience in Vancouver – step into Provence Marinaside in Yaletown
Provence Marinaside is Yaletown’s seafood gem that brings together a touch of the south of France and the Canadian West Coast. The highly skilled chefs and sommeliers pride themselves on their pairings of high quality food with carefully selected wines. The bites section of the menu features French classics like frog legs and escargots, for a traditional taste of France, while the roasted rack of lamb and bouillabaisse are an ode to the French regions. The seafood platter ($53) and the larger seafood tower make for a grand shareable for any special occasion with a group.
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For a lively and casual fine dining experience in Vancouver – try West Oak Restaurant in Yaletown
West Oak Restaurant in Vancouver’s Yaletown is a trendy, fine dining gem with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. From certified organic steaks from the local Blue Goose Cattle Company to the Ocean Wise certified seafood products, enjoy stellar dishes prepared with the best produce West Coast has to offer. Treat your table to some shareable menu classics like the lamb lollipops and Maui ribs before making your way to starters like the roasted BC salmon and blue goose steaks. Come with a group and feast on the must-try tomahawk platter featuring rib eye, lamb, prawns, and an assortment of sides, or the fresh seafood platter featuring an array of seafood and seasonal vegetables for all to enjoy.
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For a family-owned seafood and oyster bar – head over to Bow and Stern Restaurant in Chilliwack and Abbotsford
Bow and Stern Restaurant, in Chilliwack and Abbotsford, is a family-owned ocean-inspired restaurant, fueled by a local couple and their son. The family values are highlighted within the restaurants – and menu – where families and friends can connect and make memories alongside exceptional food and service. Enjoy daily shucked oysters by the half or dozen and regular menu favourites like the baja fish tacos and the cod and chips. Bow and Stern’s lobster grilled cheese and seasonal halibut and risotto are excellent mains that can be enjoyed with any of the craft beer and seasonal taps, or a daily drink special. The family-first environment makes for a wholesome dining experience any day of the week.
📍 Chilliwack — Check availability
📍 Abbotsford — Check availability
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For one of the best seafood restaurants in Vancouver for harbour-side views- try Steamship Grill and Bar in Victoria
Steamship Grill and Bar in beautiful Victoria is a seafood and cocktails hotspot housed in a celebrated beaux arts building by the harbour. With spectacular harbour view, Steamship Grill and Bar takes you back in time to the steamship area and boasts a menu of freshly caught, local, world class seafood. From West Coast chowder to crab cakes made with local rock crab, get a taste of the local region with every bite. Steamship also offers stonedeck oven pizzas, West Coast-inspired bowls, and light and casual bar food staples. For your main, a selection of surf and turfs, seafood mixed grills, as well as steak and seafood platters are not to be missed, all while feasting your eyes on immaculate harbour-side views.
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For one of the best seafood restaurants in Vancouver – take a stroll to Oddfish Restaurant in Kitsilano
Oddfish Restaurant is a lively seafood joint in the lovely Kitsilano area that boasts an ever-changing menu that focuses on ethically sourced seafood and vegetables. Expect favourites like the daily potato-wrapped halibut ceviche and spaghetti vongole. Cocktails like the spicy El Popo and the tarty Raspberry Cosmo are lovely pairings with any of the fresh menu items, each of which goes along with the gorgeous aesthetic throughout its interior decor and dish presentations. This neighbourhood gem loved by locals is the place to be in Kitsilano if you’re after a memorable seafood meal.
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From fusion seafood experiences to wholesome family-run gems, the best seafood restaurants in Vancouver and surrounds have a table for you. Sea-to-plate fare, restaurants championing sustainability, elevated fine dining experiences for a special occasion and more, experience stunning harbour-side views, and some of the most charming interior decors you’ve laid your eyes on, all within the depths of Vancouver’s most renowned areas, and straight from the depths of the big blue ocean.
