The 7 Best Dining Experiences in Vancouver

1.Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $164Our pick

Board at 6:30 pm near Stanley Park for a 7 pm, 2.5-hour dinner cruise through Vancouver Harbour and Burrard Inlet. Expect reserved seating, a West Coast buffet with salmon and other regional dishes, live music, and views of the city and North Shore Mountains. The cruise runs from May to mid-October; drinks cost extra.

“While the buffet dinner was average, the service and live music were great, and the sunset was magic. Overall, a very enjoyable evening.”

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2.Evening Cruise with Dinner Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 281 reviews · 150 - 210 minutes · from $167

Harbour Cruises & Events takes you along Vancouver’s waterfront for a buffet dinner, onboard music, and views of downtown, the North Shore mountains, and West Vancouver. The 150 to 210 minute cruise may pass through Burrard Inlet, English Bay, or False Creek, though vessels and routes can change. Food and tips are included; drinks and transport are not.

“Food was excellent, entertainment was good. Service was good. Sites were good. Felt safe and ride was smooth.”

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3.Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $167

Leave Granville Island at 5:30 pm aboard a stylish boat for a guided cruise to Bowen Island. Hear stories about Vancouver, watch for marine wildlife, share dinner and one drink at a local restaurant, then return through Howe Sound. Guides have included Greg, Marco, Ray, Paul, and Simon, though your guide may differ.

“Beautiful views. Excellent food. Our tour guide was amazing. Thank you Simon.”

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4.Vancouver Jetski Tour with Dinner on Bowen Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $313Top rated

Set out from Granville Island at 4:00 pm with Vancouver Water Adventures, following a guide through English Bay and Howe Sound toward a seal colony and Bowen Island. Ride a single or double Sea-Doo, look for marine life, then enjoy one entree and one drink before returning to the meeting point. A valid driver’s license is required to drive.

“Hands down one of the best days of my life!! Weather, sea, company and food was amazing. You really feel all the elements in one experience. Ask for Simon, he’s the best!!”

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5.Vancouver Small Group Night Tour w/Capilano + Grouse Mtn Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $283

Set out at 4 pm with a guide such as Paul, Tully, Molly, Nick, or Greg for a five-hour Vancouver evening. Cross Capilano Suspension Bridge, ride the Grouse Mountain Skyride, have dinner at the summit, and see Stanley Park, Gastown, and Chinatown by narrated drive. The group is capped at six, with downtown pickup and drop-off included.

“Great time. Guide was knowledgable and didn’t hurry us. We were the only ones on the tour this time. Not 100% sure of the value for money, but this reflects the small group aspect I suspect.”

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6.Vancouver Holiday Festive Dinner Cruises

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $163Best value

Set sail from 501 Denman Street at 7 pm for a 2.5-hour holiday dinner cruise around Vancouver Harbour. Expect a buffet, live seasonal music and views of Stanley Park, English Bay and Lions Gate Bridge. Drinks cost extra, seating is assigned, and the vessel varies.

“The evening was awesome even though it rained most of the evening. The views around the bay were spectacular as we cruised around all evening. The staff on the boat were friendly and attentive all evening. We had a lovely young girl that looked after us all night, she was helpful, friendly and a great bubbly personality, so Thank you Allysandra! The evening was so much fun with music and dancing, great wine and excellent food. A wonderful pre Christmas evening so far away from home!”

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7.New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise through Vancouver Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $177

Board a yacht at 501 Denman St at 8 pm for an 8:30 pm departure and a four-hour New Year’s Eve cruise. Expect a buffet with three main-course choices, a DJ, Vancouver’s night skyline, and a Champagne toast at midnight. Drinks beyond the toast cost extra, and the vessel may vary.

“It snowed the whole day but the night turned out absolutely stunning no rain, no snow no wind. Was able to stand on deck and view the firework display. Décor was great.The food was excellent , music catered for all age groups. Great Party worth the money.”

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