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Best Vancouver Outdoor Dining


Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Vancouver.


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Araxi Restaurant Pacific Northwest
16/20
Dining Room at Araxi Restaurant, Whistler, BC 4222 Village Sq.
Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
604-932-4540
The perennially trendy Araxi offers a 100-mile menu in elegant surroundings with an expansive wine list. More...

C Restaurant Seafood
16/20
Dining Room at C Restaurant, Vancouver, BC 1600 Howe St.
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L9
604-681-1164
Watch the marine activity of False Creek---a reminder of C’s devotion to serving fresh sustainable seafood from local waters. More...

Cactus Club Cafe Pacific Northwest
14/20
Dining Room at Cactus Club Cafe, Vancouver, BC Bentall 5
588 Burrard St.
Vancouver, BC V6C 1A0
604-682-0933
The flagship location of this upscale chain pairs chic, modern décor with Rob Feenie’s cuisine. More...

Caramba! Restaurante Mediterranean
13/20
12-4314 Main St.
Whistler, BC V0N 1B0
604-938-1879
Mediterranean food in an inviting and casual atmosphere. More...

Coast Restaurant Seafood
15/20
Dining Room at Coast Restaurant, Vancouver, BC 1054 Alberni St.
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3
604-685-5010
Perennially packed, this is the place to go for generous portions of fresh, imaginatively prepared seafood. More...

Gotham Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Gotham Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar, Vancouver, BC 615 Seymour St.
Vancouver, BC V6B 3K3
604-605-8282
One of Vancouver’s most extravagant places to dine. More...

La Terrazza Italian
14/20
1088 Cambie St.
Vancouver, BC V6B 6J5
606-899-4449
Enjoy modern Northern Italian cooking at this romantic Yaletown spot boasting a formidable Italian wine list. More...

Miku Japanese
14/20
Guinness Tower
1055 W. Hastings St., Ste. 2
Vancouver, BC V6E 2E9
604-568-3900
An upscale Japanese spot serving flame-seared sushi and oshi. More...

Provence Marinaside French
14/20
1177 Marinaside Crescent
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Y3
604-681-4144
Nice native Jean-Francis Quaglia cooks Provençal-inspired fare in a hip Yaletown location. More...

Raincity Grill Pacific Northwest
13/20
1193 Denman St.
Vancouver, BC V6G 2N1
604-685-7337
This epitome of Vancouver dining also defines West Coast cuisine. More...

Rimrock Cafe Pacific Northwest
14/20
Dining Room at Rimrock Cafe, Whistler, BC The Highland Lodge
2117 Whistler Rd.
Whistler, BC V0N 1B0
1-877-932-5589, 604-932-5565
The European ambience is matched with well-executed fish and wild game offerings. More...

Sanafir Tapas
14/20
Dining Room at Sanafir , Vancouver, BC 1026 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L5
604-678-1049
Exotic tastes of North Africa, Asia, India and the Mediterranean served in Vancouver's entertainment district. More...

Sidecut Steakhouse
14/20
Four Seasons Whistler Resort
4591 Blackcomb Way
Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
604-935-3400
Juicy steaks and personalized rubs take top billing at this modern Four Seasons steakhouse. More...

Trattoria di Umberto Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Trattoria di Umberto, Whistler, BC Mountainside Lodge
4417 Sundial Pl.
Whistler, BC V0N 1B4
604-932-5858
A romantic and lively Northern Italian restaurant in the heart of Whistler Village. More...

Trattoria Italian Kitchen Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Trattoria Italian Kitchen, Vancouver, BC 1850 W. 4th Ave.
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M3
604-732-1441
A warm, unpretentious Italian restaurant serving rustic dishes to a loyal, neighborhood crowd. More...

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