Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Vancouver Suburbs

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Vancouver Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Zen Japanese Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (479)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

West Vancouver

About the restaurant

Contemporary vision. Traditional roots. These are the qualities that highlight a dining experience at Zen Japanese Restaurant. A landmark on the West Vancouver dining scene for more than 30 years, Zen continues to thrive because of our unyielding commitment to using only the highest quality, sustainable ingredients and unmatched service. Enjoy edible art in a sleek, stylish dining room that offers magnificent sunsets. This is more than just a meal. It is a true culinary experience that is simply …. Zen.

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Laurel

Dined 3 days ago

Always a great evening out! Food is always top notch. Service always outstanding. Thank you

Old Surrey Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2607)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

Surrey

About the restaurant

The Old Surrey Restaurant is Surrey’s best well- kept secret. Built in 1918, it was the residence of Lou Jack and his household until it was converted into a restaurant in 1974.

The interior has a crisp, clean aesthetic that is enhanced by hardwood floors and the enlarged photos of historic Surrey that adorn the walls. There are five distinct dining areas on the top floor (including a cozy library) and a banquet facility downstairs. The cuisine is French with a splash of West Coast flare. A treat for new and seasoned guests alike are the signature dishes that are prepared and flambeed tableside.

The restaurant has been family-owned and operated since 1974 and in 1984 the restaurant has entered into a partnership with the family farm in Ryder Lake overlooking Chilliwack from the nearby mountains. The Old Surrey is well known for its free-range lamb and veal allowing customers to enjoy fresh organic ingredients.

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Christina

Dined 1 day ago

Top notch experience! Charming environment, friendly and kind staff. The food was amazing!! Best steak I’ve had in years! I would highly recommend!! A big shout out to Ty Who was so patient and kind with my 90 year old father and mother who were celebrating their 67th wedding anniversary. Thank you Ty You made their evening special!

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4.8

4.8 (60)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Dining Bar

North Vancouver

About the restaurant

Beautifully renovated, warehouse style building, serving contemporary seasonal cuisine. We are known for our house ground burgers and rotating seasonal menus. Located in the heart of Lower Lonsdale, with the Shipyards Brewery district right in our backyard. Cocktails are our specialty and our menu is unique and classics focused with a twist. Come join us for an evening and experience the charm of The Gull.

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mike

Dined 3 days ago

Great food. Amazing server. Thx. Nice and quiet- able to have a conversation.

Sempre Uno

4.8

4.8 (278)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

North Vancouver

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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amynVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Superb and friendly service at every level and the food was wonderful! We had a most enjoyable evening! Thank you!

La Forchetta

4.8

4.8 (613)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Burnaby

About the restaurant

Chef Manrico's passion is inspired by the love for his home region of Pescara, Abruzzo. The flavors, scents and the colors of the neighborhood, ‘Borgo Marino’, is where his inspiration came from. Cooking in the early mornings on the fishing boats, savoring the smell of the land and sea is where it all began. "This is my cuisine, made simply of the scents, freshness of the ingredients, and respect of the tradition. ‘La Forchetta’ will be my platform in which I can share this culinary love, with all of you" Chef Manrico

La Forchetta Burnaby brings you fresh pasta made daily, a variety of fish and meat dishes along with more traditional pizza and region specific Italian favourites.

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Elissa

Dined 5 days ago

This is our new favourite Italian restaurant in North Burnaby. The food was delicious, and truly traditional with its flavours and taste. The service was good, but a little overbearing honestly. I understand our servers wanted to treat us politely and welcome us, but the one lady introduced herself and the other server three times to us. We just wanted to chat amongst ourselves because it had been months since we've seen each other, but the constant "checking in" seemed overbearing at times. We will be back nonetheless because the food was excellent!

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Afghan Kitchen South Surrey

4.8

4.8 (1515)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Afghan

Surrey

About the restaurant

*Please call us for large group reservations*

Afghan Kitchen is the manifestation of a young boy’s dream. He roamed the streets of Kabul in his sandals and saw how hard his family worked to sustain themselves. In the times of war, they moved to different neighbouring countries until they finally came to Canada.

Afghan Kitchen presents you the vision of the young boy’s very own restaurant since he was six years old. Every corner of Afghan Kitchen is thoughtfully curated. Every dish uses mum’s recipe.

This is a family-owned and -run business that reflects the best of Afghan roots, traditions, and values. Afghan Kitchen is the taste of home.

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James

Dined 2 days ago

It's always a pleasure to dine there, look forward to our next time.

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Sammy J's Grill & Bar - South Surrey

4.8

4.8 (86)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Surrey

About the restaurant

You’ll love hanging out at Sammy J’s. We know you’ll appreciate the newly designed contemporary interiors. You’ll also love our open concept lounge and our signature bar, known as ‘The Rock’. The wrap-around design creates a social gathering place for guests to watch live sporting events and streaming music videos or simply gather for a glass of wine or some casual drinks. Think of it as the world’s best living room where you can enjoy lively conversation, always see the TV (70” LED screens) and enjoy a never-ending supply of ice-cold beer! We’re also proud of our modern yet casual dining room where you’ll feel relaxed and encouraged to just be yourself. Whether it’s a working lunch, a night out with friends, a family gathering or a meal with the kids, Sammy J’s is the right place for you.

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Karen

Dined 3 days ago

Always excellent. Friendly wait staff. I go there every Wednesday and it’s always great

Nicli Antica Pizzeria

4.7

4.7 (445)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

North Vancouver

About the restaurant

**IF NO TIMESLOTS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT AT 604-770-1240 AS WE MAY HAVE AVAILABILITY.**

Nicli Antica Pizzeria honours the culinary traditions from four generations of the Nicli family. Our menu highlights the season’s freshest, local ingredients alongside a robust beverage program. An experience at Nicli Antica Pizzeria will bring to mind the touchstones of Italian culture — family, authenticity, and incredible food and wine.

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Ginny

Dined 2 days ago

Good service and nice atmosphere and delicious food

Little Billy's

4.7

4.7 (168)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Greek

Burnaby

About the restaurant

A local favorite and a great place for a night out with that someone special, Little Billy's Steakhouse is a family owned and operated restaurant. Proud to offer high class service and a wide selection of meals to choose from on the menu, you'll be in for a memorable dining experience. Cut in house from premium Canadian Angus beef, you'll be sure to love the Bone-In Ribeye, Beef Tenderloin and New York Steak at Little Billy's Steakhouse. Other entrées include a selection of lamb and seafood specialties, like the Wild Sockeye Salmon and Lamb Rack. You'll also find a number of traditional Greek meals at Little Billy's Steakhouse, including Souvlaki, Pepper Steak and Moussaka.

Little Billy's features a Covered and Heated Indoor Patio with a gas fireplace.

Large Group Event bookings are available. Patio is available for private event bookings.

Please contact Little Billy's directly for groups over 12 people.

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Roman

Dined 5 days ago

Good service, good food and nice portions. Quiet and nice ambience to talk and have a nice meal.

Dominion Bar + Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (345)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Surrey

About the restaurant

Dominion Bar + Kitchen is the centre point of Surrey City Centre — an inspired downtown experience with local comfort, Dominion Bar + Kitchen is at the centre of it all. It is juxtaposition, it is business, it is casual. It is beer, it is wine. It is the expected, and it is the unexpected. Dominion is a place to call home, a place to refresh, and a place to call your own.

Dominion Bar + Kitchen is an inclusive cocktail lounge, and amicable dining experience without sacrifice. Echoing a culinary trilogy of exceptional service, quality fare and comfortable atmosphere, Dominion Bar + Kitchen sets the scene for you to meet a friend, fall in love, or close a deal. The choice is yours.

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Kerry

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

The fish and chips were very dry. I think they are using frozen fish in batter now and baking it.

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