The Pacific Coast is legendary for the bounty which comes from its ocean waters like shellfish harvested from the bays and inlets to deep water catches like halibut. Vancouver's seafood restaurants have been leaders in establishing sustainable practices amd bringing world class cuisine to the plate and we've chosen five outstanding restaurants to consider the next time you visit Vancouver.
The Michelin Guide Recommended Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is one of Canada’s premiere destinations for the superb a seafood fine dining experience. Named Vancouver’s Restaurant of the Year and Top 10 in Canada, Boulevard’s cuisine artfully blends classical technique and with casual West Coast and international influences.
Located in the up-and-coming East Vancouver "Fraserhood" neighbourhood, the Michelin-recommended Bar Bravo made an immediate impact upon opening in 2023. It’s set apart with an informal atmosphere and inventive approach to working with seafood which includes, in-house smoking, dry aging, and pickling with creative sauces a speciality.
Opened 25 years ago in a converted Yaletown warehouse space, Blue Water Café & Raw Bar describes itself as an “approachable fine-dining seafood restaurant,” rooted in the principle of sustainability. Featuring innovative West Coast inspired, complimented with fresh ingredients and robust global flavours, Blue Water Café has long been a Vancouver favourite.
It’s not often diners can enjoy seafood raised and harvested by the restaurant they’re in, but Fanny Bay Oyster Bar offers just that experience. The dryland outpost of one of Canada’s premier farmers of sustainability raised shellfish offers their signature BC seafood in casual, inviting surroundings close to BC Place and Rogers Arena.
For a more casual take on West Coast seafood, Main Street’s The Fish Counter offers comforting classic dishes like fish tacos, fish & chip, chowders, and sandwiches, all made with Ocean Wise certified ingredients. Every dish supports a healthy and sustainable seafood harvest while being made with heart and care.