Our curated recommendations, for you. In addition to our curated selection, you'll also find personal recommendations from our own chefs and tastemakers - hidden gems, neighbourhood staples and places we return to time and time again.

Vancouver has been at the forefront of the 'epicurean' movement, with its cultural diversity elevating it to one of the world's top culinary destinations. The city's chefs are celebrated for their creativity, commitment to sustainability, and ability to craft memorable experiences on every plate.

Explore Vancouver with recommendations by Fairmont Pacific Rim's expert Tastemakers. Vancouver's most recognized Doorperson Patrick Kosi, Creative Beverage Director Grant Sceney, Hotel Concierge Carla Sikorski, and Hotel Executive Chef Damon Campbell take you on a journey through our vibrant city and share their favourite spots that highlight some of the district's best.

Our Concierge team will be delighted to assist with reservations, or to share further suggestions tailored to your tastes.   

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Our curated recommendations, for you. In addition to our curated selection, you'll also find personal recommendations from our own chefs and tastemakers - hidden gems, neighbourhood staples and places we return to time and time again.

Vancouver has been at the forefront of the 'epicurean' movement, with its cultural diversity elevating it to one of the world's top culinary destinations. The city's chefs are celebrated for their creativity, commitment to sustainability, and ability to craft memorable experiences on every plate.

Explore Vancouver with recommendations by Fairmont Pacific Rim's expert Tastemakers. Vancouver's most recognized Doorperson Patrick Kosi, Creative Beverage Director Grant Sceney, Hotel Concierge Carla Sikorski, and Hotel Executive Chef Damon Campbell take you on a journey through our vibrant city and share their favourite spots that highlight some of the district's best.

Our Concierge team will be delighted to assist with reservations, or to share further suggestions tailored to your tastes.   

Bon appétit!

Pac Rim Patio

Located within Fairmont Pacific Rim, Botanist showcases West Coast ingredients through a garden-inspired menu and inventive cocktail program, set beneath a striking living wall in a light-filled dining room.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
Michelin Guide Recommended

Botanist

Located just steps from the hotel lobby, The Lobby Lounge & RawBar serves fresh sushi, oysters and light Japanese-inspired fare alongside handcrafted cocktails and harbour views.

Culinary Cravings
Japanese
Michelin Guide Recommended

THE LOBBY LOUNGE & RAWBAR

The Lobby Lounge and Rawbar

A stylish space in the historic Marine Building offering seasonal local fare and some of the city's finest Roman-style pizza. Nightingale offers an excellent selection of wine and cocktails, and is located just moments from Fairmont Pacific Rim.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
More Top Picks, Healthy Dining, Concierge Favourites
Michelin Guide Recommended

Nightingale

L'Abattoir

Celebrated for its contemporary Canadian dishes and cocktails, AnnaLena is located in the vibrant neighborhood of Kitsilano. The menu showcases a fusion of modern techniques and classic flavours, creating a unique dining experience in a stylish setting.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
More Top Picks, Romantic, Concierge Favourites
One Michelin Star

AnnaLena

Top Picks

Okeya Kyujiro offers an unforgettable Omakase experience, featuring approximately 20 courses of meticulously crafted sushi, seasonal delicacies, dessert and a tea ceremony. Sourcing fresh fish from Japan and beyond, the chefs masterfully enhance umami flavours using traditional Edomae techniques.

Culinary Cravings
Japanese
More Top Picks
One Michelin Star

Sushi Okeya Kyujiro

Okeya Kyujiro

Elisa is a contemporary steakhouse that redefines the classic dining experience with a modern twist. The restaurant is renowned for its premium cuts of beef, cooked to perfection over a Grillworks Infierno wood-fired grill.

Culinary Cravings
Steakhouse
More Top Picks
Michelin Guide Recommended

Elisa

Nestled in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood, Burdock & Co is Chef Andrea Carlson's ode to the Pacific Northwest's natural abundance. Since 2013, the restaurant has showcased locally sourced ingredients from farmers, foragers and growers, creating dishes that honour the region's vibrant ecosystems.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
More Top Picks
One Michelin Star

Burdock & Co

Helmed by Chef Masayoshi Baba, this eponymous restaurant is renowned for its attention to detail and commitment to the highest quality ingredients. The dining experience is centred around the omakase menu, where guests entrust the chef to curate a series of courses that showcase the best seasonal produce.

Culinary Cravings
More Top Picks
One Michelin Star

Masayoshi

Set among the boats in Coal Harbour, Cardero's offers spectacular mountain and inlet views. Enjoy the upscale menu of freshly-grilled fish, wok creations and items from their wood-burning oven.

Culinary Cravings
Seafood
More Top Picks

Cardero's Restaurant

Cardero's

Mott 32 is one of the leading Chinese restaurants in the world. Created in Hong Kong, it pays homage to 32 Mott Street in New York, where the city's first Chinese convenience store opened in 1891. The store served as the nucleus for what is now a vibrant Chinatown in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

Culinary Cravings
Chinese/Cantonese
More Top Picks

Mott 32 Vancouver

Mott 32

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Housed in a handsome brick and beam heritage warehouse conversion, Blue Water Cafe offers sustainable seafood, innovative West Coast dishes and a raw bar in the heart of Yaletown.

Culinary Cravings
Seafood
More Top Picks, Concierge Favourites

Blue Water Cafe

Riley's Fish & Steak pairs prime cuts and fresh seafood with sweeping harbour views from its perch above Canada Place on Burrard Street.

Culinary Cravings
Steakhouse
Michelin Guide Recommended

Riley's Vancouver

Riley's

Suyo celebrates the rich culinary heritage of Peru with innovative dishes and standout cocktails, inspired by the country's landscapes and flavours.

Culinary Cravings
Latin American
More Top Picks
Michelin Guide Recommended

SUYO Modern Peruvian

SUYO

An award-winning cocktail destination and Cocktail Lab, offering innovative drinks and an immersive bar program.

Botanist Bar - Cocktail Bar in Vancouver

Botanist Bar

This family-owned Vietnamese eatery has earned acclaim for its innovative dishes and bustling atmosphere. Menus feature beloved staples alongside creative interpretations of seafood, noodles and vegetarian options.

Culinary Cravings
Vietnamese
Worth the Wait (walk-in only)
Michelin Bib Gourmand

Anh and Chi

Famous for popularizing aburi (flame-seared) sushi in Canada, Miku offers stunning waterfront views and refined Japanese cuisine just steps from Canada Place.

Culinary Cravings
Japanese
Michelin Guide Recommended

Miku Vancouver

Miku

Bao Bei

Sushi Hil

Sushi Hill

The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant

A beloved Chinatown institution, Phnom Penh has been serving celebrated Cambodian-Vietnamese dishes — including its famous butter beef and garlic squid — since 1985.

Culinary Cravings
Vietnamese
Michelin Bib Gourmand

Phnom Penh Restaurant

Phnom Penh

Michelin website

Popina Canteen

Chef Damon Recommends

The Keefer Bar

Keefer Bar

Tavola

Como Taperia

¿CóMO? Taperia

Located steps away from English Bay, España specializes in Spanish tapas in a lively yet intimate setting and is best known for their spectacular small plates and craft cocktails. I highly recommend trying their daily paellas.

Recommended By: Grant Sceney, Creative Beverage Director, Fairmont Pacific Rim
Staff Quoted Picks
Spanish tapas — West End

España Restaurant

España

Grant's Recommendations

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Conveniently located in the heart of downtown's central shopping district, CF Pacific Centre boasts over 100 stores and three large department stores (Holt Renfrew and Hudson's Bay).

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Shopping Centre

CF Pacific Centre

Robson is Vancouver's most famous shopping street and Alberni is emerging as a luxury shopping destination. Set in the heart of downtown, they are less than a 15 minute walk from the hotel. Robson/Alberni-goers may spend their day people watching and sipping coffee on an outdoor patio.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Robson Square

Robson Street + Alberni Street

A one of a kind indoor/outdoor shopping destination located in beautiful West Vancouver. Here, you can shop, dine, and even stroll Ambleside Beach, which is five minutes away.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Shopping Centre

Park Royal Shopping Centre

Park Royal

British Columbia's largest shopping mall, with over 450 stores, multiple restaurants, and a movie theatre, Metrotown is located in Burnaby and is just 30 minutes from Downtown Vancouver by Skytrain.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Shopping Centre

Metropolis at Metrotown

Vancouver's first outdoor designer outlet, McArthur Glen is situated close to Vancouver International Airport and offers beautiful high-end designers and great deals.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Shopping Centre

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport

McArthur Glen Designer Outlet

Since 1907, South Granville has evolved into one of Vancouver's most prestigious shopping districts. Only 10 minutes by car, this neighbourhood boasts eleven stylish blocks of exclusive boutiques, lux salons, trendy cafés, a historic theatre, and some of the West Coast's best art galleries. South Granville also houses a few of Vancouver's finest antiques stores and has a collection of trendy design and décor boutiques. Take a walk down Vancouver's Gallery Row and enjoy!

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

South Granville

Shopping Malls and Neighbourhoods

If you prefer the convenience of going at your own pace, the Hop-On, Hop-Off tours are a great way to explore. There are multiple stops throughout the city and include many of our city's main attractions. The starting pick-up point is conveniently located one block east of the hotel (in operation from April 1 - October 31).

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Ways to Explore

Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Awaken your senses and capture the natural beauty of Canada's west coast from a bird's eye view. With float plane or helicopter tours, you can experience the beauty of Vancouver and surrounding areas. Enjoy flights to Whistler, Victoria, Nanaimo, Salt Spring Island and Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Ways to Explore

Air (float plane / helicopter)

Harbour Air

Surrounded by ocean and coastal mountain ranges, Vancouver is the perfect place to hop on-board and take it all in. From fishing charters to the water taxis in False Creek, whale watching excursions, sunset dinner cruises, zodiac tours, kayaking and/or stand up paddle boarding, there is so much to see and do all within minutes of the hotel.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Ways to Explore

Water (boat tours)

Guided group city tours are typically offered twice per day, morning and afternoon, and are four hours in duration. Tours are also offered for Grouse Mountain, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Victoria and Whistler. Your guide will pick you up at our hotel to join others on these tours and drop you back off at our hotel at the end of the trip.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Ways to Explore

Guided Tour

Land (bike/walk)

Spokes Bicycle Rental

A private tour, such as one with Evergreen Adventures, allows you to customize your Vancouver experience with a personal guide who will offer their extensive local knowledge and an agenda suited to your preferences. Suitable for any number of passengers, private tours can be reserved in a luxury sedan, limousine, passenger van, or scenic mini-bus.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Ways to Explore

Private Tour

Evergreen Adeventures

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For those who love to window shop, Main Street will keep you occupied for days. Located south of downtown Vancouver, between East 5th–15th Avenues, Main Street offers an eclectic array of vintage stores, local designers, and urban bistros. Mid Main, between East 27th–31st Avenues, is home to a multitude of Canadian antique shops. At the southern end, East 49th–51st Avenues are "Little India," which feature shops filled with exotic spices, beautiful saris, unique jewelry, and amazing cuisine. Today, Mount Pleasant remains an ethnically diverse community.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Mount Pleasant

Main St + Mt Pleasant

Also known as The Drive, this culturally rich neighbourhood offers shopping, dining, and nightlife. With over 60 years of Italian heritage, The Drive is known for its coffee houses, bakeries, specialty food stores, and produce offerings. There are 22 full blocks of the most eclectic shopping the majority being unique and owner operated.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Little Italy

Commercial Dr + Little Italy

Close to downtown, "Kits," as it is commonly called, is bordered by English Bay on the north and runs east to west from Burrard Street to Alma, with 16th Avenue on the south side. Walk 4th Avenue or West Broadway to browse shops, restaurants, and cafés, or take a stroll along Kits Beach. Enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the many cozy restaurants tucked away on 1st Avenue and Yew Street. During the summer months, sea kayaking and paddle board rentals are available from Kits Beach. Volleyball, outdoor basketball, and a children's play area keep the beach area bustling, full of locals and tourists alike.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Kitsilano

Visit Vancouver's best-kept secret and explore Deep Cove. This quaint waterside neighbourhood is known for its kayaking and hiking. Explore the many trails from Baden Powell Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Day trip

Deep Cove

North Vancouver (Deep Cove)

təmtəmíxʷtən/Belcarra Regional Park

Belcarra

Neighbourhoods (outside of downtown)

Established in 1886, the Gastown district of today retains its historic charm, independent spirit, and distinctiveness. This quaint area is notable for its distinctive late-Victorian architecture, cobblestone pavement, antique street lanterns, great nightlife, and even better food.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Gastown

English Bay, with its palm trees, sandy beach, colourful flowers, and expansive seawall, is the most popular sunbathing, swimming, and sunset-watching beach in downtown Vancouver. Surrounding English Bay is one of the oldest residential areas in Vancouver, offering the convenience and excitement of modern day living. With a mixture of restaurants of every nationality and cuisine, dozens of cafés and lounges, various services, a cinema and sports equipment rental, English Bay is a lovely place to live, work, shop and visit.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

West End

West End + English Bay

Yaletown is Vancouver's trendy and upscale renovated warehouse district. This fresh urban neighbourhood is an easy 20 to 30 minute walk from the hotel. The converted heritage buildings are home to some cool locally-owned boutiques as well as cutting edge restaurants and bars. Old loading docks act as giant sidewalks and create a unique setting for strolling, shopping, or lounging at one of the many outdoor patios. Enjoy a walk on the seawall just past the Yaletown Roundhouse Community Center, or nestle into the restaurants of Mainland and Hamilton Streets. Yaletown is a great place for a casual lunch, romantic dinner, or lively night out.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Yaletown

Vancouver's Chinatown is the place to visit for a taste of Chinese culture. You will find the old and new in perfect harmony. Browse through the fascinating eclectic curio shops, traditional tea stores, or herbal medicine shops. Explore the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, discover the cultural heritage at the Chinese Cultural Centre Museum or learn about the past at the interactive Chinatown Storytelling Centre.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhood

Chinatown

Coal Harbour

Neighbourhoods (downtown)

The Skyride gondola takes visitors to Grouse's mountaintop plateau, where breathtaking panoramic views unfold. Summer attractions include self-guided eco walks, lumberjack shows, Birds in Motion demonstrations, zip lining, helicopter tours, and a mountain ropes adventure. Test your mettle against The Grouse Grind, a hiking trail considered to some Vancouverites as a "rite of passage." Winter recreation enthusiasts flock to Grouse Mountain for skiing, snowboarding, outdoor skating, snow shoeing, and cross country skiing.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Attraction

Grouse Mountain @ Skyride

Grouse Mountain

Enjoy a scenic float plane flight on Harbour Air or take a flight to Victoria right from Coal Harbour.

Recommended By: Patrick Kosi, Doorperson, Fairmont Pacific Rim
Staff Quoted Picks
Air tours

Harbour Air - Vancouver

Your pulse will quicken as you step onto the swaying planks of Vancouver's first visitor attraction. Breathe in the cedar-scented rainforest air as you make your way across the bridge hundreds of feet above a ravine, all while enjoying the natural beauty of British Columbia. Only minutes away from downtown, Capilano's famous attraction winds you through the natural splendor of rainforest trails and magnificent evergreens.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Attraction

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Capilano Suspension Bridge

The Teahouse in Stanley Park

The Teahouse (Stanley Park)

Established in 1886, Stanley Park is one of Canada's largest and most beloved urban parks—a beautiful 1,000 acres which borders downtown Vancouver and is almost entirely surrounded by the waters of the Vancouver Harbour and English Bay. Wander through this natural west coast park and enjoy the majestic trees: red cedar, big leaf maple, and Douglas fir. Be sure to discover Siwash Rock, The Hollow Tree, Prospect Point, and the popular First Nations totem poles. In the summer families can enjoy the miniature railway, horse drawn carriage rides, picnic areas, playgrounds, a water park, the Second Beach outdoor pool, and the Vancouver Aquarium year round.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods
Attraction

Stanley Park

The Observatory

The Observatory (Grouse Mountain)

Attractions and Dining

Published on Main offers a seasonal, ingredient-driven tasting menu rooted in West Coast terroir, served in an intimate, art-filled dining room on Main Street.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
One Michelin Star

Published on Main

The Mackenzie Room

Celebrated for its farm-to-table ethos and creative approach to West Coast cuisine, dishes at Fable Kitchen highlight the quality and freshness of British Columbia's bounty.

Culinary Cravings
Westcoast/Contemporary
Healthy Dining
Michelin Bib Gourmand

Fable Kitchen

Westcoast Contemporary

A Vancouver institution since 1962, Hy's Steakhouse serves classic prime beef and seafood in a clubby, old-world dining room on Hornby Street.

Culinary Cravings
Steakhouse

Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar

Hy's

Gotham Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar serves classic American-style steaks in a grand, art deco dining room on Seymour Street, complete with a lively piano bar.

Culinary Cravings
Steakhouse

Gotham Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar

Gotham

Black+Blue offers prime steaks and fresh seafood in a stylish, high-energy setting with a rooftop patio on Alberni Street.

Culinary Cravings
Steakhouse

Black+Blue Vancouver

Black + Blue

A Vancouver classic since 1985, Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House serves fresh Pacific seafood and prime steaks in a lively, art deco-inspired dining room on Thurlow Street.

Culinary Cravings
Seafood

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

Joe Fortes

Steakhouses

Arcana Food + Spirits offers a creative, seasonally-driven menu alongside inventive cocktails in an intimate dining room on Abbott Street.

Culinary Cravings
Speakeasies and Cocktails

Arcana Food and Spirits

Arcana Food + Spirits

Prophecy pairs inventive, globally-inspired small plates with an award-winning cocktail program in a moody, upscale lounge on West Georgia Street.

Culinary Cravings
Speakeasies and Cocktails

Prophecy Cocktail Bar

Prophecy

Bar Gobo is a Hi-Fi wine bar where music and atmosphere harmonize. With an all-vinyl soundtrack curated by resident music enthusiast Paul, the energy changes to match the mood. Enjoy a curated wine list, cocktails and tasty bites in a fun, ever-evolving space that's perfect for music lovers and foodies alike.

Culinary Cravings
Off the Beaten Path
Michelin Guide Recommended

Bar Gobo

Speakeasies and Cocktails

La Mezcaleria brings the flavours of Oaxaca to Commercial Drive, with a menu built around mezcal, tacos and traditional Mexican small plates in a colourful, festive setting.

Culinary Cravings
Latin American

La Mezcaleria

Ophelia brings authentic Mexican cuisine to Olympic Village with dishes like corn-crusted octopus and handmade tacos. Vibrant murals, handcrafted margaritas and a sunny patio make it a must-visit. [Note: source text partially cut off at photo edge; a few word endings are inferred.]

Culinary Cravings
Latin American
Concierge Favourites
Michelin Guide Recommended

Ophelia

Monarca serves vibrant, modern Mexican cuisine and inventive cocktails in a stylish Gastown-area space on Carrall Street.

Culinary Cravings
Latin American

Monarca Restaurant & Supper Club

Monarca

Nestled in the heart of False Creek with stunning waterfront views, Ancora specializes in Peruvian and Japanese fusion cuisine. From ceviches to sushi rolls, each dish is artfully presented and bursting with flavour.

Culinary Cravings
Fusion / Seafood
Romantic

Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio

Ancora Waterfront

Latin American

Oku Izakaya Bar brings a modern, upscale take on Japanese small plates and cocktails to a stylish Gastown setting on Water Street.

Culinary Cravings
Japanese

Oku Izakaya Bar

Sura offers Korean barbecue and traditional dishes in a comfortable, contemporary dining room on Robson Street.

Culinary Cravings
Korean

Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver

Sura

Kosoo Cardero serves modern Korean comfort food and barbecue in a stylish, contemporary space on Cardero Street.

Culinary Cravings
Korean