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Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver, Vancouver, BC
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Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver

CAN$51 and over
European

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
Small and intimate restaurant with a three course tasting menu. Contemporary small plates, excellent for sharing. Custom cocktails and a selection of boutique wines by the bottle or glass.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Patrick Hennessy

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2024

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: The influence of chef Patrick Hennessy’s stints at prestigious kitchens, including New York's Eleven Madison Park, shines through in Barbara’s Michelin-starred tasting menu. An open kitchen gives diners a front-row view of the magic, as Hennessy transforms local ingredients into dishes like stracciatella with smoked couscous. The B.C.-centric wine list is just as locally rooted.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    European, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 am–10:00 am
  • Phone number
    (604) 000-0000
  • Website
    http://barbararestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    305 E. Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 0J3
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Area
    Chinatown
  • Cross Street
    Pender St. and Gore St.
  • Parking details
    Metered parking in front of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    There are 3 different bus routs within one block of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Best Value

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Innovative

  • Vancouver

    Best Overall

  • Vancouver

    Best Service

  • Vancouver

    Best Value

  • Vancouver

    Innovative

  • Vancouver

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barbara Restaurant in Vancouver offers a "fantastic experience" with an intimate vibe and a creative tasting menu. Patrons rave about the "amazing flavors and service," consistently praising the staff's professionalism and personal touch. The restaurant's "perfectly paced" courses and attentive service make it a "well-deserved Michelin star" venue.

296 Reviews

  1. Andrew

    Vancouver

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding evening, I cannot wait to return

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  2. Peppa

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an excellent experience —— Interesting, thoughtful dishes. Highly recommend.

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  3. Slaven

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a treat, we had a beautiful meal. Can't wait to taste what Chef Patrick comes up with for our next visit 😀

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. Chef and staff were great. Very welcoming and explained all the dishes and beverages. A must try. Been to a few Michelin Star restaurants and this experience was elevated to the next level.

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  5. Aimee

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hot Damn! Excellence all around, perfect pacing between courses, great wine, service was thoughtful and Chef was off the hook! A true gem in the city !!!

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  6. Lesley

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing cozy little spot - everything on the tasting menu was delicious and presented beautifully. Service was very attentive. Definitely will be back!

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  7. Evelyn

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Tiny place, very small but tasty portions. Too many pickled food items for our liking. Some choice would be preferable.

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  8. Stanley

    Vancouver

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was salty to my taste in general. The arctic char was one of the best I've ever had, the most delicious dish of the meal.

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  9. Rob

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Did not disappoint at all. Great as some of our friends have referred. Glad we have made the time to come. Little regretful we had not come sooner. Will come again soon for sure. Was a wonderful and memorable experience.

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  10. Nicole

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A food adventure!!! Wine pairings were perfection. Service was unmatched. Loved it!

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FAQs

Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver is rated 4.8 stars by 296 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Barbara Restaurant - Vancouver

305 E. Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 0J3

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
  • Cross Street
    Pender St. and Gore St.
  • Area
    Chinatown
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 am–10:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    European, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered parking in front of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    There are 3 different bus routs within one block of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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