had an incredible experience at AnnaLena in Vancouver. The tasting menu was outstanding—each dish beautifully balanced and full of creativity. The drink pairings were just as impressive, elevating the meal without ever overpowering it. On top of that, the vibe of the restaurant is spot-on: warm, modern, and energetic with great music that adds to the atmosphere without being distracting. But what truly sets AnnaLena apart is the service. It was genuinely next-level. Every member of the team went out of their way to make the evening special. They weren’t just attentive—they were thoughtful, personable, and clearly passionate about creating an unforgettable experience. The attention to detail in every interaction, big or small, made the night feel exceptional. Overall, AnnaLena delivered one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Vancouver. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D. Tang
The menu changes every six weeks or so, depending on what’s in season, and that’s part of the fun. Every visit feels like a new chapter, but with one constant: their brioche bread to start. It’s my favourite thing on the menu and they keep reinventing it in the smartest ways. Soft, warm, indulgent, and honestly worth the reservation on its own. This time jt was a cheeseburger.
Creative dishes, tight execution, and a team that clearly cares about the details. One of the most reliable and exciting spots in Vancouver
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce McDaniels
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyle Gilmar
Honestly one of the best meals I've had in my life. A dinner like this is a rare treat for us, and they made it special. Staff was attentive and welcoming, the food was amazing, it really was a perfect experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ian
Loved this place, just had gotten back from Paris and this was better than any meal i had there. Food and service were amazing and a very cool space
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marc Finkelstein
I’m a Vancouver native and wanted to try AnnaLena since everyone talks about it like it walks on water.
The hostess and staff are world class in hospitality. Their visits were timely and the exchanges were enjoyable.
The ambiance was not enjoyable. The loudness was unbearable and we’d need to wait for gaps in the noise to speak. The place, despite having high ceilings, was an echo chamber that amplified sound.
The food was terrible. I wish I had better things to say but each dish was worse than the last. My companion stopped eating after the fourth disappointment. I continued sampling each dish and was shocked how awful each was. Several lacked flavour, some had excess salt, some flavour combinations were outright offensive. The presentation was lovely and the ideas were creative, but the execution was a consistent flop. Like profoundly horribly bad, like the “cheeseburger” the curried lamb, and the spring roll. I love oysters and they may have destroyed my taste for them after trying their version with foie gras.
I hope things improve for this place and their outstanding staff, but I won’t return to see it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
Ella Ford-Amendolagine
I went for my birthday and it was phenomenal. This is the second Michelin star tasting menu that I have been to and I can’t wait to dine here again to see what new creations they come up with. We arrived early but it was pouring outside and they were able to get us in right away. We were sat at a booth in a corner that was a bit more intimate than the seating by the bar which we were quite happy about. Every dish that came out was explained in detail by the knowledgeable staff. By course 6 we were satiated but we persevered as the next course was better than the last. At the end they brought out the dessert with a birthday candle which I thought was sweet. Overall the food was delicious, the staff were attentive and friendly and I have already convinced my mom to make a reservation for herself in the coming weeks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
レーレーヴィ
We went here for an anniversary dinner.
Upon entering the restaurant, the front lady was very hospitable and warm, offering to take our coats and provided me with a purse hanger for the table.
Our server, T then came, introduced himself and said he would come back to take drink orders and explain the menu to us, but was preoccupied socializing with the table next to us for a good 10-15 minutes while we were left waiting to order drinks.
The food was decent, the appetizers (especially the bread and temperature gradient [quite surprising as I've never ranked vegetables high]) and the cryocookie dessert were outstanding, but the savoury/meat dishes were average at best, with the lamb being incredibly disappointing that I couldn't even finish it.
Our server spent most of his time with the table next to us, chatting up a storm, which was rather distracting. Most dishes were actually brought by a different server than T as he was busy chatting away, the other table next to us was mostly ignored as well, as T was at his preferred table.
Overall, decent, but not worth the price, and not on par of other Michelin restaurants.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Georgia
We came here for my birthday and had a fantastic time. They did a pescatarian tasting menu for myself. All of the dishes tasted incredible and the portion sizes were spot on. The servers were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. We opted for the drink parings and they all perfectly complimented the dishes. The atmosphere was great, they’ve truly created a special experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Travel with Angel
We had a lovely evening in the restaurant's intimate, dimly-lit setting. The food lived up to the atmosphere - the cheeseburger was sublime and the desserts were impressive. Attentive, friendly service throughout made for a delightful experience.
Michelin star for a reason. Amazing food, friendly service and cool atmosphere. Not cheap but the experience is worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
xins
4.5/5 if possible. Excellent service and pleasant dining space. The food was creative, though a bit overpriced. $200 per person easily.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
YL
favorite fine dining restaurant. had a great great there
Anders Falk
Attentive service, interesting fixed menu & drinks. Great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Clement
Was good but looking for more dishes with wow factor. Bread and pandan dessert were special for sure but in between a bit muted and anticlimactic. Spring roll was a mistake. I prefer bolder flavours. Squid pasta was very good. The experience was nice as well. Not everyone was full after an eight course meal we hopped over to another place across the street. Table surface was a bit damaged. This restaurant doesn’t earn bonus points for calculating tips after tax vs before which eventually they all should.
had an incredible experience at AnnaLena in Vancouver. The tasting menu was outstanding—each dish beautifully balanced and full of creativity. The drink pairings were just as impressive, elevating the meal without ever overpowering it. On top of that, the vibe of the restaurant is spot-on: warm, modern, and energetic with great music that adds to the atmosphere without being distracting.
But what truly sets AnnaLena apart is the service. It was genuinely next-level. Every member of the team went out of their way to make the evening special. They weren’t just attentive—they were thoughtful, personable, and clearly passionate about creating an unforgettable experience. The attention to detail in every interaction, big or small, made the night feel exceptional.
Overall, AnnaLena delivered one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Vancouver. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The menu changes every six weeks or so, depending on what’s in season, and that’s part of the fun. Every visit feels like a new chapter, but with one constant: their brioche bread to start. It’s my favourite thing on the menu and they keep reinventing it in the smartest ways. Soft, warm, indulgent, and honestly worth the reservation on its own. This time jt was a cheeseburger.
Creative dishes, tight execution, and a team that clearly cares about the details. One of the most reliable and exciting spots in Vancouver
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Helpful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Honestly one of the best meals I've had in my life. A dinner like this is a rare treat for us, and they made it special. Staff was attentive and welcoming, the food was amazing, it really was a perfect experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place, just had gotten back from Paris and this was better than any meal i had there. Food and service were amazing and a very cool space
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m a Vancouver native and wanted to try AnnaLena since everyone talks about it like it walks on water.
The hostess and staff are world class in hospitality. Their visits were timely and the exchanges were enjoyable.
The ambiance was not enjoyable. The loudness was unbearable and we’d need to wait for gaps in the noise to speak. The place, despite having high ceilings, was an echo chamber that amplified sound.
The food was terrible. I wish I had better things to say but each dish was worse than the last. My companion stopped eating after the fourth disappointment. I continued sampling each dish and was shocked how awful each was. Several lacked flavour, some had excess salt, some flavour combinations were outright offensive. The presentation was lovely and the ideas were creative, but the execution was a consistent flop. Like profoundly horribly bad, like the “cheeseburger” the curried lamb, and the spring roll. I love oysters and they may have destroyed my taste for them after trying their version with foie gras.
I hope things improve for this place and their outstanding staff, but I won’t return to see it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
I went for my birthday and it was phenomenal. This is the second Michelin star tasting menu that I have been to and I can’t wait to dine here again to see what new creations they come up with. We arrived early but it was pouring outside and they were able to get us in right away. We were sat at a booth in a corner that was a bit more intimate than the seating by the bar which we were quite happy about. Every dish that came out was explained in detail by the knowledgeable staff. By course 6 we were satiated but we persevered as the next course was better than the last. At the end they brought out the dessert with a birthday candle which I thought was sweet. Overall the food was delicious, the staff were attentive and friendly and I have already convinced my mom to make a reservation for herself in the coming weeks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went here for an anniversary dinner.
Upon entering the restaurant, the front lady was very hospitable and warm, offering to take our coats and provided me with a purse hanger for the table.
Our server, T then came, introduced himself and said he would come back to take drink orders and explain the menu to us, but was preoccupied socializing with the table next to us for a good 10-15 minutes while we were left waiting to order drinks.
The food was decent, the appetizers (especially the bread and temperature gradient [quite surprising as I've never ranked vegetables high]) and the cryocookie dessert were outstanding, but the savoury/meat dishes were average at best, with the lamb being incredibly disappointing that I couldn't even finish it.
Our server spent most of his time with the table next to us, chatting up a storm, which was rather distracting. Most dishes were actually brought by a different server than T as he was busy chatting away, the other table next to us was mostly ignored as well, as T was at his preferred table.
Overall, decent, but not worth the price, and not on par of other Michelin restaurants.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
We came here for my birthday and had a fantastic time. They did a pescatarian tasting menu for myself. All of the dishes tasted incredible and the portion sizes were spot on. The servers were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. We opted for the drink parings and they all perfectly complimented the dishes. The atmosphere was great, they’ve truly created a special experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a lovely evening in the restaurant's intimate, dimly-lit setting. The food lived up to the atmosphere - the cheeseburger was sublime and the desserts were impressive. Attentive, friendly service throughout made for a delightful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Michelin star for a reason. Amazing food, friendly service and cool atmosphere. Not cheap but the experience is worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
4.5/5 if possible. Excellent service and pleasant dining space. The food was creative, though a bit overpriced. $200 per person easily.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
favorite fine dining restaurant. had a great great there
Attentive service, interesting fixed menu & drinks. Great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was good but looking for more dishes with wow factor. Bread and pandan dessert were special for sure but in between a bit muted and anticlimactic. Spring roll was a mistake. I prefer bolder flavours. Squid pasta was very good. The experience was nice as well. Not everyone was full after an eight course meal we hopped over to another place across the street. Table surface was a bit damaged.
This restaurant doesn’t earn bonus points for calculating tips after tax vs before which eventually they all should.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
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