Eater 38 Restaurants in Vancouver (Jun 2026)
The Eater 38 maps 38 essential restaurants - the places you should go to tonight, tomorrow, and again and again. Updated regularly so the list is always current.
See the official 2025 list at Eater 38.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Ranked by the Inside Scoop Score
How this is scored
- National accolades — Michelin, Canada's 100 Best, World's 50 Best and the like, weighted by how prestigious the honour is. The biggest driver.
- How widely it's recommended — how many trusted "best-of" lists feature the restaurant.
- Rating — its Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it up.
These add together into the score. The number isn't out of 100 — it's a points total, so the rank beside it is the quickest read.
| # | Restaurant | Scoop Score | Awards | Google Rating | What to Order | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Published on MainUpscale Canadian | 1,096 | 4.4 ★1,729 reviews | Aebleskiver, Winter King Cabbage | 3593 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3N4 | |
| 2 | Kissa TantoItalian-japanese | 922 | 4.5 ★1,701 reviews | Octopus Salad, Charcoal Udon with Seafood | 263 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T8 | |
| 3 | Burdock & CoRegional Canadian | 759 | 4.2 ★674 reviews | Savory Eclairs, Finger Lime Kusshi Oyster | 2702 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E8 | |
| 4 | Dynasty Seafood RestaurantCantonese | 620 | 4.2 ★2,202 reviews | Deep Fried Squid, Fried Rice | 108-777 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1J5 | |
| 5 | Vij'sIndian | 490 | 4.3 ★3,085 reviews | Lamb Popsicles, Vikram's Favorite Snack | 3106 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W2 | |
| 6 | Phnom Penh RestaurantCambodian | 482 | 4.4 ★5,318 reviews | Deep Fried Garlic Chicken Wings, Marinated Butter Beef | 244 E Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1Z7 | |
| 7 | Anh and ChiVietnamese | 455 | 4.4 ★4,505 reviews | Pho, Bánh Xèo | 3388 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3M7 | |
| 8 | Baan Lao Fine Thai CuisineRoyal Thai | 409 | 4.7 ★419 reviews | Royal Thai Tasting Menu (18-dish), Afternoon Tea | 4100 Bayview St, Richmond, BC V7E 0B3 | |
| 9 | Cafe Medina | 384 | 4.5 ★5,459 reviews | Liege Waffles, Fricassée | 780 Richards St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W1 | |
| 10 | The Acorn RestaurantVegetarian | 374 | 4.5 ★2,017 reviews | Chef's Tasting Menu, Sourdough and Butter | 3995 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P3 | |
| 11 | Bao BeiModern Chinese | 370 | 4.5 ★1,385 reviews | Sichuan Fried Chicken, Crispy Eggplant | 163 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X4 | |
| 12 | Como TaperiaSpanish Tapas | 366 | 4.3 ★1,215 reviews | Garlic Shrimp, Jamon Iberico | 201 E 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 0H3 | |
| 13 | Dosanko RestaurantJapanese Comfort | 337 | 4.5 ★664 reviews | Omurice, Beef Belly Katsu Sandwich | 566 Powell St Unit #100, Vancouver, BC V6A 1G9 | |
| 14 | Blue Water CafeSustainable Seafood | 298 | 4.7 ★3,736 reviews | Seafood Tower, Miso Sablefish | 1095 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9 | |
| 15 | CoastSeafood | 286 | 4.6 ★5,938 reviews | Oysters, Fish n Chip Cones | 1054 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3 | |
| 16 | Golden Paramount Seafood RestaurantAuthentic Cantonese | 280 | 3.9 ★550 reviews | Steamed Dumplings with Crab Meat & Pork, Baked Green Bean Pastry | 8111 Anderson Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 3Z8 | |
| 17 | Maruhachi Ra-men WestendJapanese Ramen | 280 | 4.6 ★3,060 reviews | Original Ramen, Signature Ramen | 780 Bidwell St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2J6 | |
| 18 | MaenamRefined Thai | 268 | 4.4 ★1,295 reviews | Massaman Lamb Shank, Thai Sausage Crispy Rice Salad | 1938 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M5 | |
| 19 | OpheliaMexican With Contemporary Fusion | 268 | 4.4 ★1,285 reviews | Tacos de Arrachera y Bone Marrow, Enchiladas with poblano salsa | 165 W 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0L8 | |
| 20 | PiDGiN RestaurantAsian-french Fusion | 267 | 4.4 ★1,222 reviews | Foie Gras Rice Bowl, Beef Tendon Chicharrón | 350 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2J3 | |
| 21 | Caffè La TanaItalian | 262 | 4.6 ★595 reviews | Spicy Vodka Pasta / Radiatori alla Vodka, Ricotta Crostini | 635 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W3 | |
| 22 | Lila RestaurantModern Indian | 251 | 4.5 ★230 reviews | BC Organic Eggplant in Thick Yoghurt and Garlic Curry, Black Chickpea and Zucchini Cakes Curry | 3941 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P3 | |
| 23 | Bar TartareWine Bar | 246 | 4.5 ★137 reviews | Squash Rings, Chicken Sandwich | 54 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7 | |
| 24 | Zabu ChickenKorean | 173 | 4.3 ★2,472 reviews | Korean Fried Chicken (Soy Garlic), Half & Half Combo | 1635 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C8 | |
| 25 | Straight Brooklyn PizzaNew York-style Pizza | 171 | 4.5 ★1,537 reviews | Spicy Slice, Pep 150 | 350 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2B2 | |
| 26 | Wicked Cafe | 166 | 4.3 ★1,211 reviews | Winnie the Pooh Honey Jar, Tom & Jerry Cheesecake | 1399 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H 2T9 | |
| 27 | Miso TacoJapanese-mexican Fusion | 166 | 4.5 ★905 reviews | Chashu Taco, Kimchi Fries | 3456 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W8 | |
| 28 | Noah's CafeJapanese Tapas | 166 | 4.7 ★735 reviews | Cheese Tofu, Oysters | 1096 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2M8 | |
| 29 | SashimiyaJapanese | 161 | 4.6 ★545 reviews | Chirashi Bowl, Uni (Sea Urchin) | 1348 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L8 | |
| 30 | PHO IN LOVE AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT & BARVietnamese | 160 | 4.9 ★394 reviews | Sate Peanut Noodle Soup (Pho Sate), Beef Pho | 1725 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1W5 | |
| 31 | Dachi Restaurant and Natural WineModern Canadian | 160 | 4.6 ★466 reviews | Tasting Menu, Prawn Risotto | 2297 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V3 | |
| 32 | The 515 Bar | 158 | 4.8 ★343 reviews | Vieux Carré, Ashton Lane | 521 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1V9 | |
| 33 | Dante Italian SandwichItalian Sandwiches | 156 | 4.5 ★350 reviews | Inferno, Formaggi x4 (Grilled Cheese) | 360 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2B2 | |
| 34 | La Fabrique St-George Winery | 152 | 4.4 ★265 reviews | Wine Flight, Charcuterie Board (DIY) | 7 E 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1M4 | |
| 35 | It's OkayPub Fare | 152 | 4.4 ★254 reviews | Curly Fries, Chicken Wings | 2481 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Y8 | |
| 36 | Breeze BarWine Bar | 141 | 4.6 ★83 reviews | Caviar Hot Dog, Popcorn | 213 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0C4 |
Ranked by the Inside Scoop Score — editorial accolades, recommendation breadth, and verified diner reviews.



































