42 Best Seafood Restaurants in Vancouver

“Blue water has very consistent quality of food, their sushi bar food are always fresh, I love the stamina roll, it is perfectly balanced with the crab meat, unagi and a little bit of smoked salmon slice inside of the roll. Their Sablefish is one of the best I ever had, it is refreshing and lightly seasoned. But you can still taste every bit of flavour from the miso and the fish.“

“The Fish Counter in Vancouver is generally praised for its fresh, sustainably sourced seafood and high-quality fish and chips. Many reviewers highlight the light, crispy batter, perfectly cooked fish, and delicious house-made tartar sauce. There are also positive comments about the friendly service, especially for those with dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free options.

A shop with a fish market and kitchen.
God bless this place. What a great concept and addition to main street eats. Highly recommend this place to anyone. Chowders are lovely and comforting. Today I got the po boy sandwich. It is so gooooood, and messy lol. To my surprise I found out that there was kimchi in it! What a great twist/ combination. Sandwich also came with some pickled cabbage. They take your order at the till, then when your food is ready they call your name. This place doesn't have much chairs or tables so just be aware. It's pretty much street food style, order and eat by the windows or outside. They always have fresh seafood coming in daily. They also prep sauces and soups as well to bring home to enjoy!“

“My mom and I joined a tour group from Seattle to Banff national park and stopped here for dinner. The food that the tour group ate was wonderful and ate vegetarian fried rice, beef tendon in teriyaki sauce and others. The service was wonderful and that there were lots of people there.“

“I had an incredible experience here last Friday! My friends hosted a surprise bridal shower for me in the private dining room. The staff were thoughtful and helpful with the setup, allowing my them to come in early to decorate the space. They also did a flawless job with executing the surprise by pretending to bring me to a table first. The server was fun, warm and attentive throughout the night and I feel terrible that I’m forgetting her name! All the food was delicious, which has been the case every time I’ve been to Boulevard.“

“Thank you Lisa and Philip. The dining experience is more than food, and even though our steaks were cooked to perfection (huge shout out to the chefs on that porterhouse) your service made the experience one that we will remember. Thank you.“

“The best fish in Vancouver“

“My husband and I were happy that we celebrated our 35 wedding anniversary @Ancora last night💕 We enjoyed our delicious dinner Staff were respectful and attentive We sure to come back soon and tell all my friends and family about the great service! Keep up the good work guys🙌“

“great staff great atmosphere great food great flower arrangements everything was fantastic I always love bringing people to this restaurant they always leave happy 😁😁“

“Had dinner here with my friends last week and everything was amazing! The food was delicious, and the staff were all very friendly. Zoey was our server and she was outstanding and made our experience even better. We ordered the pho, soft-shell crab, and lobster roll. Every dish was excellent. The pho broth was especially tasty, and the noodles were just like the ones I atein Vietnam!“

“Just when you think they can't raise their game any higher Hy's manages to find a way. We attended the Calgary locations 10th Anniversary Celebration on Sept 26th and it was spectacular. The event was flawlessly organized and orchestrated by the Hy's team, the food was next level even by Hy's standards and the service exceeded anything we have experienced anywhere in North America even in the finest hotels. Bryant Olender added a classic background with piano and vocal stylings that perfectly suited the atmosphere. It was certainly the best evening we have at Hy's over the last decade, and I don't think I'm overstating it to say it was a "Once in a Lifetime" experience. A huge thankyou to Barb and the entire Hy's team!“

“We had a fantastic dim sum experience about a year ago at a different location, which was helped by having a large group of 20—plenty of dishes to sample. This time, it was just the three of us, so we kept it light with six dishes. Unfortunately, the Thai-style chicken feet didn’t go over well with the family—the strong vinegar flavor and unusual texture were a far cry from the traditional braised and steamed version that’s typically tender and flavorful. That said, the rest of the dishes were enjoyable and tasted freshly made, which definitely elevated the overall quality.

Prices are noticeably higher than what we’re used to in Seattle, though we haven’t tried other spots in the area yet. That said, the portion sizes here are nearly double, which helps justify the cost. Service didn’t quite match the upscale feel of the restaurant, but we didn’t encounter any issues. And even without a reservation, we were seated right away.

Note on my rating scale: Sharing this for transparency, as I recognize that a 3-star review may be misinterpreted as reflecting a mediocre experience.
5 stars – Exceptional: Outstanding food, service, and/or overall experience. Truly worth going out of your way for. (For example, we frequently make the drive from San Antonio to Austin just for Uchi.)
4 stars – Very Good: Exceeds expectations in quality, service, or ambiance.
3 stars – Good: A solid experience that meets expectations. I consider any place with 3 stars or above worthy of a return visit.
2 stars – Disappointing: Falls short in food quality or service.
1 star – Poor: Not recommended.“

“It was a Saturday night when I booked a birthday party dinner. Needed reservations because it was a busy place. Their food is mostly Cantonese style done well. Prices are on the higher side but I thought it was done well. Room was really loud maybe because there were 5 tables celebrating something. Staff was very involved with clapping and singing birthday songs for all the tables. I would definitely come back.“

“Perfect place for seafood lovers and delicious desserts selection.“

“Buena música y buen ambiente“

“Don’t be fooled by the low ratings! The dim sum we tried were delicious. The shrimp dumplings had perfectly thin wrappers and a hearty filling. Another classic, the siumai was also great, with a good balance of shrimp and pork. I loved the seafood tart which had a nice and sweet mayonnaise sauce that made it super creamy. My highlights were definitely the crispy prawn rice rolls, as it was both crunchy and chewy from the skin, as well as the steamed bbq pork buns. It had a generous amount of filling, and the best part was the bun itself, which was soft yet it didn’t stick to my teeth. Perfect balance!

One thing I would skip, however, would be the lemon bbq pork pastry, as I thought the pastry was quite thick and not delicate enough.

Overall, a solid dim sum spot!“

“Went for dim sum and want to let you know that dim sum is only served at lunch. Fantastic food and service. Ordered things not on menu and easily accommodated. Even brought us scissors when they saw us struggling with knife. Highly recommend.“

“Louis is the best bartender and server ever!“

“I eat here at least once a month, and that alone should tell you how much I love this place. The staff treat you like family, and every visit feels welcoming and genuine. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently amazing. It is the kind of restaurant you look forward to coming back to again and again.“

“The best clam chowder and sablefish. Kali our server was the best too. She's adorable. ♥️“

“hidden gem in Chinatown. 10/10.“

“Great classic seafood! Generous portions!“

“Nice setting, delicious food (halibut, fish and chips, steak). And great service!“

“Great restaurant with amazing cuisine“

“Josh at the bar had some great skills. My ribeye was AMAZING!!!“

“Me and my husband always celebrating our anniversary here because we love the view, the service, and the food worth the price though 🙂. Our server Mark did the awesome job last night. We definitely recommend this place“

“Good was delicious, very good service staff! Reasonable price too!“

“Great 2024 Dine Vancouver menu, the ram is amazing and so is the tiramisu..“

“One of the best restuarants I've ever been to in my life💜 I think about it all the time 😆“

“We had a great afternoon, Rainey day, watching the water boats, good food great drinks 🍹 good service“

“good food ,good service“

“Had a fantastic lunch at Rumblefish! The fish and chips were outstanding—crispy, golden, and paired with a tartar sauce that was honestly addictive. Fries were perfectly done, and the cod tacos were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully balanced.

The space itself has neat, stylish decor that adds to the relaxed vibe. But what really made the experience memorable was our waitress—super friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful. She made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in and checked in with warmth and professionalism throughout.

Highly recommend Rumblefish for anyone craving great food and even better hospitality.“

“foods are fresh. although pricy, worth the price.“

“Fun! Good food. It gets hot in there though. 100% worth it!“

“Such a great place. Feels like if you are actually eating in Mexico, if you like seafood and Mexican food, is a must to visit.“

“We’ve tried many Chinese restaurants, but this place suits our taste the best. Not only does it match our family’s preferences, but even when friends from afar come to visit, everyone praises the food here—especially the delicious dim sum. The staff are friendly, and the prices are very reasonable compared to other places. The restaurant is always busy, so if you don’t want to wait, I’d recommend calling ahead to reserve a table.“

“Nice big spacious cafe by the roadside just right opposite Holiday Inn Broadway, with lots of chinese food choices. Portions are very big. The fried rice and beef kway teow are tasty with lots of ingredients. Service staff is friendly and they come by regularly to top up your tea. Highly recommended to check it out.“

“We read about Forage in line and decided to try it. What a great decision! The food was excellent. As the idea is sharing plates we selected a number of small plates. We had the fish dip, with lovely homemade tortillas which were delicious. We had a spring salad, the zucchini salad, bison carpaccio, and smoked salmon- everything was great. Washed down with a nice Shiraz - what more could you want? Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend you to try.“

“Arc has a nice view and delicious foods.“

“It was wonderful. Friendly and good service and of course fabulous food.“

“This place is phenomenal!! Great service! Great location! Amazing drinks!! Food is scrumptious!!“

“One of the best for dim sum“

“I attended my first game of the season Dec 10th. The Canucks played and lost to the Minnesota Wild. The lobster roll was honestly my favorite thing about attending Canucks’ games. The lobster roll tasted good. The lobster meat was cooked well and the texture perfect. I admit it’s been a few years since I had season tickets. I renewed this year and told everyone the lobster roll was a can’t miss. The lobster roll held it’s own but the new kettle chips are a miss. Bring back Ms Vickies! The kettle chips were hard and tasteless.“