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Vancouver Dining: A Delicious Selection of Vancouver Restaurants
Globe @ YVR
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| Globe @ YVR |
THE SCENE
Globe @ YVR is a showcase of contemporary architectural design with finishes that symbolize the majestic views of British Columbia. Located within Vancouver International Airport, no shuttle is required; simply take the elevator up from the International Departures terminal to the hotel. The surroundings offer spectacular panoramic views of Vancouver's North Shore mountains through floor-to-ceiling windows, while also capturing an unimpeded view of the north runway, where you can witness the marvels of flight.
DON'T-MISS DISHES
- Foraged mushrooms and wild rice soup — finished with Fraser Valley fireweed honey
- Pan-seared West Vancouver Island halibut — basil spatzle with organic new carrots and sea urchin butter
- Dry aged Northern British Columbia bison tenderloin — Poplar Grove Tiger Blue mantle, Yukon gold potato pave, Okanagan stone fruit chutney
BRAGGING RIGHTS
The culinary team uses the finest local ingredients and supports local farmers to provide the highest quality products. Guests can sit back and savour the rich flavours of the Pacific Northwest, from the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains.
Address: 3111 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, BC (Vancouver International Airport)
Telephone: 604.248.3281
Appetizers: $9 – $20
Entrées: $29 – $40
Credit Cards: MC, AE, VISA, DC, DD
Griffins Restaurant
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| Griffins Restaurant |
THE SCENE
Located in the heart of the downtown Vancouver core, this Pacific Northwest brasserie features a gorgeous sun-washed interior with mahogany, brass, marble, and tile architectural highlights. Antique high-arched windows look out onto Hornby Street and the historic Vancouver Art Gallery. Lavish meals showcase the region's bounty from land and sea.
DON'T-MISS DISHES
- Appetizer bar — a bountiful selection of market seafood, West Coast salads and antipasto
- Signature Alberta prime rib — with Yorkshire pudding, potato vegetables
- Seafood trio — wild West Coast salmon, halibut and prawns in tangy lemon-dill vinaigrette, with basmati rice and vegetables
- Dungeness crab cakes — with roasted red pepper aioli rice, vegetables
BRAGGING RIGHTS
Breakfast and lunch buffets tantalize the tast buds, dishing up the best of British Columbia from the show kitchen. At dinner, included with any entrée of $18.95 or more are fresh house-made, hot rosemary focaccia, and the decadent, delectable Dessert Bar. Griffins' award-winning Sunday Brunch is available every weekend.
Address: 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC (The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver)
Telephone: 604.662.1900
Appetizers: $7 – $15
Entrées: $14.95 – $31.95
Credit Cards: MC, AE, VISA, DC, DS, JCB, EN
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