The best Valentine’s Day gift isn’t a gift card or something your partner ‘needs’…it’s a romantic dinner and quality time with you. Here are my favorite spots for date night –>
Downtown
Some of the most romantic restaurants for Valentine’s day are in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
Market by Jean-Georges | 1115 Alberni Street
Sexy. Upscale. Incredible food.
Cibo & Uva | 900 Seymour Street
Stylish Room. Amazing Food. Cozy Seating (Uva).
Il Giardino | 1382 Hornby Street
Classic. Authentic Italian. High End.
Cin Cin | 1154 Robston Street
Elegant. Italian. Heated Patio.
1927 Lobby Lounge at Hotel Georgia | 801 West Georgia Street
Cocktail-driven. Cozy seating. Perfect for a nightcap.
Il Nido | 780 Thurlow Street
Inventive Italian. Homemade Desserts. Courtyard.
Coast | 1054 Alberni Street
Grand. Fresh Seafood. A ‘Place To Be Seen’.
Revolving Restaurant | 555 West Hastings Street
Piano Music. 360 Degree View of Vancouver.
Don Francesco | 860 Burrard Street
Authentic Italian. Personable Service. Incredible Dishes.
The Refinery | 1115 Granville Street
Casual. Candlelit. Great food.
La Gavroche | 1616 Alberni Street
Classic French. Intimate Atmosphere. Extensive Wine List.
Sanafir | 1026 Granville Street
Tapas. Beds. Bellydancing.
Bin 941 | 941 Davie Street
King of Small Plates. Tiny Space. Intimate.
Fleuri (Sutton Place Hotel) | 845 Burrard Street
Piano Music. White Tablecloth. Dessert Buffet.
Gastown
Gastown is home to some of Vancouver’s most romantic, intimate restaurants that are perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Boneta | 12 Water Street
Heart of Gastown. Special Occasion Spot. Incredible Food.
Salt Tasting Room | 45 Blood Alley
Secluded. Dim. Wine & Cheese.
Jules | 216 Abbott Street
Casual. French Bistro. Ask for a Table at the Back.
Crosstown
Chambar | 562 Beatty Street
Dim. Magical. Mind-Blowing.
Yaletown
Yaletown’s cobblestone streets and festive vibe make it one of Vancouver’s most romantic neighborhoods. How about a progressive Valentine’s Day date that starts in Yaletown and ends in Yaletown?
Brix | 1138 Homer Street
Classic Date Spot. Canadian Cuisine. Heated Courtyard.
Lupo | 829 Hamilton Street
Two-Story Heritage House. Warm & Cozy. Amazing Italian Food.
La Terrazza | 1088 Cambie Street
Classic Italian. Fancy. Incredible Double-Sided Fireplace.
Regional Tasting Lounge | 1130 Mainland Street
Regional Menu. Dim. Intimate Seating.
West End
Raincity Grill | 1193 Denman Street
Classic Dining. Pacific Northwest Cuisine. Neighboring the Beach.
The Teahouse | Ferguson Point | Stanley Park
Set in the Park. Old, Classic, Cozy Interior. Delicious Food.
Kitsilano
Just a few blocks from the beach, Kitsilano is a great neighborhood for some Valentine’s Day canoodling.
Bishop’s | 2183 West 4th
Fine Dining. Special Occasion Spot. Excellent Service.
Q4 Ristorante | 2611 West 4th
Italian. Antipasto Share Plates. Romantic, Roman Interior.
Bistro Pastis | 2153 West 4th
Parisian. Crackling Fireplace. Classic French Dishes.
Refuel | 1944 West 4th
Trendy Room. Incredible House Made Fare. Must-Order: Peanut Butter Parfait
North Shore
With its views and mountains, head to North Vancouver for a truly epic and romantic Valentine’s day.
The Observatory (Grouse Mountain)
Unbeatable View. Magical Ambiance. Complimentary Tram Ride Up with Dinner Reso.
Fraiche | 2240 Chippendale Road
Breathtaking View. Impeccable Setting. Mind-Blowing Dishes by Chef Jefferson Alvarez.
Arms Reach Bistro | 107c – 4390 Gallant Avenue
Incredibly Cozy. Near the Water’s Edge. Excellent Food.
La Regalade | 2232 Marine Drive
Award-Winning French Cuisine. High End. Classic.
Mythos | 1811 Lonsdale Avenue
A North Shore Favorite. Classic Romantic Dining. Amazing Greek Food.
South Granville
West | 2881 Granville Street
Upscale. Six Course Tasting Menus Available. Top Notch Dishes by Chef Quang Dang.
Cru | 1459 West Broadway
Small Plates. Wine Bar. Elegant Room.
Point Grey | Kitsilano
La Quercia | 3689 West 4th Avenue
Italian. Dynamic, Meat-Focused Menu. Van Mag’s Restaurant of the Year 2011.
Seasons in the Park | Cambie Street & West 33rd Avenue | Queen Elizabeth Park
Classic Romantic. Rose Garden. Outdoor Fireplace.
Fraser Heights
Les Faux Bourgeois | 663 East 15th Avenue
Authentic French. Cozy Setting. Delicious Comfort Food.
Cambie Village
Pied a Terre | 3369 Cambie
French Bistro. Smallish Room. Comfy Leather Seating.
I’d love if you’d tweet me with the names of the romantic restaurants I’ve missed. This list will continue to grow. Also, feel free to ask me for a specific recommendation if you aren’t sure where to dine. I’d be happy to help.
Wishing you all a to die for Valentine’s Day!
Erin
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