St. Lawrence Restaurant
★ 4.6 (1,468) · 
· $$$
269 Powell St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1G3, Canada
Phone: (604) 620-3800
Website: http://www.stlawrencerestaurant.com/
St. Lawrence Restaurant in Vancouver is a 4.6-star French restaurant with 1,468 Google reviews, known for Foie Custard / Foie Gras and Sablefish.
Why we love it
- Quebecois with French influence
- Located near Near Powell St and Gore Ave
- Intimate, casually elegant, bustling
- Prix fixe with attentive service
- Quebecois with French influence
- Located near Near Powell St and Gore Ave
- Intimate, casually elegant, bustling
- Prix fixe with attentive service
What to Order
Foie Custard / Foie Gras
A rich and decadent starter, often served with maple jelly, praised for its delightful texture and flavor.
"The foie custard was an absolute delight, the sablefish cooked to perfection, and every flavor was beautifully balanced."
Joyanne LeBarron
Sablefish
A perfectly cooked fish dish that consistently receives high marks for its preparation and flavor balance.
"The sable fish was a knockout, but everything is scrumptious."
Chris Hermansen
Rabbit
A standout main course, often described as the highlight of the meal for its excellent execution.
"The rabbit stole the show, and the maple tart sealed the deal. An incredible experience!"
Paola Blazquez
Steelhead Trout
An exceptional fish course, often highlighted for its quality and preparation within the prix fixe menu.
"I had the steelhead trout for my first course and the sablefish for my third course and both were exceptional."
Bryan Sawyer
Rice Pudding
A surprisingly memorable dessert, noted as a highlight even on menus that were otherwise a mixed bag.
"As for the food, most of it wasn't particularly impressive, with the notable exception of the rice pudding, which was easily the highlight of the meal."
AHb
Inside Scoop
- The restaurant is small, busy, and can be quite loud and cramped, especially when full.
- Consider sitting at the bar for a unique view of the kitchen's "symphony of cooking."
- Service can feel rushed, with courses coming quickly and checks dropped within 90 minutes.
- The menu changes regularly, so specific dishes may vary, but quality is generally high.
- Be aware that tables near the entrance can be disruptive due to waiting guests.