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Araxi Restaurant + Bar

4222 Village Square, Whistler, British Columbia V0N 1B4, Canada
604 932 4540
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Ranked #5 of 140 restaurants in Whistler
Price range: $25 - $45
Cuisines: Seafood, Contemporary, Bar
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Good for: Romance, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Whistler Village Square
Description: The culinary cornerstone in the heart of Whistler Village, Araxi enjoys a long-held international reputation for excellence in food, wine and hospitality. Executive Chef James Walt celebrates carefully sourced local ingredients from nearby Pemberton Valley farms, where he collaborates frequently with local growers. His seasonally rotating menus also feature the freshest seafood catches direct from the Pacific Ocean. The dining room resonates with lively ambiance enhanced with fresh flowers and original works of art. The adjoining Bar is the mountain’s popular gathering place for locals and visitors, and in the summer season the patio is the nexus of Whistler’s village life, wrapped by stunning mountain vistas. PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES UP TO 12 GUESTS. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT TO INQUIRE ABOUT LARGER PARTIES
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moncton
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34 reviews 34 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

The wife and I had a great time the food was amazing I realy liked the duck it was fantastic one of the best that I ever had if ever back there will make sure to dine there again

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Montreal, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW via mobile

My boyfriend and I visited Araxi in June 2013 - WOW is all I can say. The food was just so incredibly delicious and delightful, it will be a meal I will remember for years. Everything was perfect - from the service, to ambiance, to the value, to the food (!!!), just everything. I highly recommend this restaurant. I had... More

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Vancouver Island
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50 reviews 50 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Had read glowing reviews so went here while in Whistler for our wedding anniversary. We were not disappointed and can say nothing critical about this restaurant. We arrived without reservations and were still promptly seated. Our server (Michael) was great, answering questions with obvious knowledge, and without a hint of superiority that you too often find in top end establishments.... More

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Los Angeles, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

Dropped by without reservation and was sat in the bar area. The menu looks somewhat dated and nothing really jumped out at us. We ended up ordering raw seafood and sushi. Was Oysters were excellent but sushi and sashimi was so-so. When we left, the restaurant was still mostly empty. Wondered why they dis not sit us in the dinning... More

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Perth, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Visiting Araxi is an 'experience' no one should miss while in Whistler. Food was simply amazing! Eloquently placed, interesting design and all with very fresh produce and great flavour. Food you'll remember forever. Good wines too. The service was simply fantastic! The best restaraunt we went to on our Canada trip and to be honest of all the restaraunts we... More

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West Vancouver
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013 via mobile

Pre race dinner at Araxi, not your standard carbo loading fare , but succulent lamb for me and salmon for my wife. Buffalo mozzarella salad to start and five cheese pâté to share for dessert. Top notch service, a shared bottle of BC wine...who needs pasta! Five star experience, start to finish.

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Vancouver, Canada
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6 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

Martini mixology at Araxi bar is a lost art - and the Vesper is world class! We were drawn in by the $10/dozen Oyster special and we stayed on leisurely sipping and eating the afternoon away whilst watching the village activities from the clandestine bar windows.

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Vancouver, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2013

Very nice...I had the Haida Gwai halibut, my wife had a 6 ounce steak which was one of the best I've ever eaten (we share). The server was one of the best I've seen. Expert on wine and she steered us to a really nice riesling. They have a fantastic wine list. First class experience and well worth it...great staff...loved... More

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013

My sister told me that the Chef at ARAXI was trained by Gordon Ramsay, so going there, I was already on high expectation.. I was WOWed by the food... my order was Fresh Oysters, Risotto with Prawn and Scallop, and Canadian Cheese Plater... Everything was soo good and beautifully presented.. In fact everybody in our party finished their food, nothing... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

I was here during Dine In Whistler Week...Perfect culinary experience for the taste buds! The beef tenderloin---melt in your mouth amazing!

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