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 (360)

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

Howard

Dined 1 day ago

Great value for excellent Japanese cuisine. Service was prompt and attentive, and they worked to accommodate our 10 person group!

Hawksworth Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (2834)

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

Paula

Dined 2 days ago

Had the 3 course lunch menu and it really is such a good deal for good food. Hawksworth never disappoints.

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Experience

Hawksworth for the Holidays

Experience

Hawksworth's Seasonal Tasting Menu

Experience

Sparkle into the New Year at Hawksworth

Farmer's Apprentice

4.7

4.7 (436)

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 on Dec 17, 2024

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

Five Sails Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2010)

CAN$51 and over

French

Downtown

About the restaurant

Recommended by Chef James Walt from Araxi

Top review

Owais

Dined 3 days ago

Dined first time at Five Sails and it could not have been better. What a lovely experience; celebrated my wifes birthday and the entire experience was just wonderful. Shout out to Michael who assisted us throughout our dining experience and he was exceptional. You will be very warmly welcomed by Laura; exceptional assistance from her as well. Definitely will be visiting again soon. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

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Experience

Weekday Afternoon Tea

Experience

Festive Holiday Afternoon Tea

Experience

Christmas 2024 at Five Sails

Tojo's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (841)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese