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Blue Water Cafe


4.0 of 5 stars 191 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood
  • Price range: €42-56 ($60-$80)

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3 of 5 stars
Girl52   3 contributions
Ottawa
Dec 8, 2009

I had heard so much about this restaurant that my expectations were quite high. The food was actually pretty good, but the service was just OK. more

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4 of 5 stars
CriticfrVancouver   4 contributions
Vancouver
Nov 11, 2009

You don't feel rushed when dining here because they're really slow at taking your order, bringing your drinks, serving the food, and bringing your bill - other than that, the service is really good. My glass of water was never even half empty. The food is really good and the restaurant has a trendy atmosphere. more

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5 of 5 stars
ScottMerkle   2 contributions
North Carolina
Oct 8, 2009

A bit on the pricey side, but a memorable culinary experience. Service was impeccable. The wine list and selection of single malt scotches were very impressive. It was the dining highlight of our visit to Vancouver. more

Overpriced
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3 of 5 stars
maidenvoyager   42 contributions
Lake Geneva
Sep 29, 2009

We ate here during our honeymoon in Vancouver. The restaurant itself has nice decor and ambience. However, the waiters were a little snooty (its hardly a black tie venue!) and the food was overpriced for what it was. Fairly disappointing. more

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5 of 5 stars
Foodie410   2 contributions
Florida
Sep 20, 2009

We had excellent food , service was very good and ambiance was good. We were in Vancouver September 12 , 2009 and the concierge at our hotel- l"hermitage- recommended this restaurant. Need reservations. Best choice. Waitor even brought a shawl to the table in case it was too cold in the outdoor dining area. Wine was decanted before serving. more

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4 of 5 stars
BerkTraveler   4 contributions
Berkeley, CA
Sep 14, 2009

We went to Vancouver with the expectation to eat fish, fish, fish! After much searching on TripAdvisor and elsewhere, I picked this spot after checking out their menu which had exactly what I was looking for...local oysters, sashimi, and sable fish...And that's almost exactly what we ordered, specfically 1 dozen BC oysters, toro (tuna belly) sashimi, sablefish, and artic char.... more

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5 of 5 stars
jah123   49 contributions
Aug 29, 2009

We ate outside on a pleasant August night. My dungeness crab appetizer was outstanding. Also, the sable fish (black cod) was wonderful. Out wait person was friendly and helpful. I am ready to move to Vancouver to eat here more. more

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5 of 5 stars
kingsbarns   2 contributions
edinburgh
Jul 5, 2009
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The most welcome I have ever been made in a restaurant. Looks expensive (and it is) but ventured in for a glass of wine at the bar(you wouldnt know you were allowed in as it looks like where you sit before dinner) and made to feel very welcome by the bar staff (their knowledge of wine, cocktails andthe restaurant menu... more

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5 of 5 stars
JeffTPD   10 contributions
Toledo, Ohio
Jun 22, 2009

I was looking for a place to eat, before my cruise to Alaska. A friend wanted to try the Blue Water Cafe. They had salmon available, which was not on the menu. It was fantastic. If you're visiting the city it is a great place to eat near downtown. more

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5 of 5 stars
Trubajan   3 contributions
Vancouver
Jun 4, 2009

I love fresh seafood, good wine and appreciate knowledgeable servers. My Wife and I have eaten at this restaurant several times and every time can't wait to go back but of course it's not cheap. One of my favorite things about the restaurant is trying some new BC wine that normally I wouldn't have an opportunity to try. Then it's... more

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Blue Water Cafe Address

1095 Hamilton St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 5T4, Canada
Tel: 604 688 8078
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.