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ELEM

4.8
4.8
63 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
ELEM is a new restaurant and cocktail lab on Main + 5th.

Guests can expect to indulge in Top Chef Canada alum Mayekar’s bold cooking, featuring creative flavour-packed dishes that highlight the unique spices from cuisines around the world with local ingredients, alongside Winnie Sun’s inventive, element-inspired and sustainability-driven cocktails.

ELEM’s food menu is an exploration of flavours and spices from all corners of the world, including Bangkok, California, Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Mumbai – all inspired by Mayekar’s extensive travels and Indian heritage. There will also be a big focus on local BC-grown ingredients.

The 2,946 square foot, 76-seat space was designed by Vancouver-based Marko Simcich Architect and features three dining spaces and an open window into the kitchen to see the chefs at work.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 389-3536
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Vish Mayekar
  • Area
    Mount Pleasant
  • Cross Street
    Main + 5th
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day

    CAD 185.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Join us at ELEM on Valentine's Day for an unforgettable culinary experience. Chef Vish Mayekar presents a 5-course tasting menu, showcasing globally-inspired flavors crafted with sustainable, locally-sourced ingredients. Elevate your experience with Beverage Director Winnie Sun's curated 5-course cocktail pairing, inspired by the evening's menu and featuring our zero-waste bar program. This is a pre-paid reservation which includes gratuity. Reservations are non-refundable.

What 63 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Innovative

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Global, International

  • Vancouver

    Best Service

  • Vancouver

    Best Ambience

  • Vancouver

    Innovative

  • Vancouver

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Vancouver

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ELEM in Vancouver offers a "spectacular" and "unique dining experience" with inventive cocktails and a menu that expertly blends fusion flavors. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and "beautifully presented" dishes. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a top choice for special occasions. Highly recommended for an "amazing dining experience."

63 Reviews
  1. Jennifer Lauren

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely amazing, especially the crab toast, which was perfectly executed and bursting with flavor. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who really enhanced the dining experience. The restaurant itself is stunning, with thoughtful details that made the evening feel special. I loved the motivational speeches playing in the bathroom, a unique and inspiring touch to the ambiance.

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  2. Jane

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. However, the final dish was a bit too salty for our taste. The service was outstanding! Our server went above and beyond by describing every dish in detail, making the dining experience both informative and enjoyable.

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  3. Isha

    VIP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was incredible!! We ordered the Crab toast, Mushroom Risotto and Lamb Skewers. Each item was literally 10/10. The mushroom risotto was our favorite. The service was incredible from the moment we got in. Highly recommend going here!!

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  4. Kevin

    VIP

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly one of the best dining experiences In vancouver. The "let us cook for you" tasting menu for $98 is a fantastic value as we received at least 9 dishes for three of us and were fully satisfied. The lamb skewers, crab toast and popcorn dessert are unforgettable.

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  5. Kirn

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails are out of this world. The food is great! The service is phenomenal. A fine dining establishment made for all to experience.

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  6. Jonah

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were all super excited to give ELEM a try and we had a great time! Service was amazing, and they gave a cute little tour of the place as we got to our table - love the focus on sustainability re: the decorative elements within the restaurant. It's pretty fancy in a modern-traditional way; I'll admit to a few "The Menu" movie jokes as we entered and got seated. Starting with some cocktails we got a few recommendations and thoroughly enjoyed them all. Stand outs were Prawn Fried Rice and the Salsa Verde (especially if you're on the trendy spicy marg train). As a party of 4 it was hard to narrow down food selections so we took a few recommendations. We had the Bread & Butter (always have to try house bread) and considered it an A+ in our books (we talked about how the bread quality always gives us a signal as to how the rest of the night will go), and to start we did a trio of raw dishes - the Venison Tartare, Kanpachi Crudo, and the Yellowfin Tuna. Tartare and Crudo were both praised in particular. From there we enjoyed the Cabbage, the Lamb Skewers, the Prawn Fried Rice (dish this time, not the drink! Though they DO pair well together), and the Whole Grilled Fish. The first three were excellent - as someone who always needs a salad or veggie dish as part of the meal I thought the cabbage was SO GOOD. Lamb Skewers were a party fave, and we all liked the rice as well - it's hard to really get us jazzed about "fancy" fried rice, but it definitely tasted great. The grilled fish was the only disappointment - it wasn't bad by any means, but I'll say the adobo side was definitely better than the chutney side. Overall it just didn't hit the same mark as the other dishes. In the end it was a solid experience and I'll mentioned again that the service was something special. Everyone who we interacted with was phenomenal and there were a few small surprises/extra touches that added to the experience here and there, but I won't spoil anything here :) Thank you ELEM!

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  7. Jillian

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Every dish was an experience, and the service was impeccable.

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  8. Tagnea

    VIP

    Vancouver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my favourite dining experience in Vancouver. Everything from the food, to the ambiance and the service was excellent. The amount of care and attention to detail that was put into everything did not go unnoticed. I’ve already booked to go back in a few weeks to share the experience with more friends.

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  9. Shirley

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our first experience at ELEM for my birthday. Everything was spectacular, from the service, to food and drinks. I would highly recommend ELEM to all those who are interested in trying unique dishes with fusion flavours and carefully crafted cocktails down to the scientific level. I must highlight the service and the attention each server, bartender, and busser paid to us throughout the night. It truly made it unforgettable and we cannot wait to come back.

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  10. Arthur

    VIP

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant had a very nice concept! The menu was curated with extreme detail and precision! Dishes were flavorful!

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FAQs

ELEM is rated 4.8 stars by 63 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for ELEM

2110 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Main + 5th
  • Area
    Mount Pleasant
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Vish Mayekar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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