Joe Fortes Whistler

4.6

768 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

For 35 years, Joe Fortes has consistently earned and maintained its reputation as an award-winning restaurant. Guests from over the world have come to expect a dynamic culinary experience in this San Francisco-styled seafood grill, complemented by an award-winning wine list that boasts over 200 wines, and a uniquely personal level of service and hospitality. This iconic BC restaurant is conveniently located in the heart of Whistler Village, with the entrance inside the Mountainside Lodge Hotel. For general and reservation inquiries, please contact info.whistler@joefortes.ca

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse, Steak
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(604) 932-5858
Website
http://www.joefortes.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Justin Starr
Private party facilities
Visit Joe Fortes Whistler and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.

Location
4417 Sundial Pl, Whistler, BC V8E 1G8
Area
Whistler Village
Parking details
Public lots are available in the surrounding area around the restaurant. No on-site parking available.
Public transit
Short walk from surrounding hotels.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wine

Popular dishes

Joe's Classic CaesarCAD 18.00
crisp romaine, focaccia croutons, grana padano parmesan
Beef CarpaccioCAD 25.00
grainy mustard, roasted garlic, grana padano parmesan, crispy capers, herb crostinis
Jumbo Tiger Prawn CocktailCAD 30.00
fresh horseradish, cocktail sauce
Crab CakeCAD 27.00
pan fried, lemon-basil aïoli
Joe's MusselsCAD 30.00
coconut milk, lemongrass, chipotle, garlic focaccia
Crispy Fried Local OystersCAD 21.00
caper remoulade, fennel slaw
Steamed ClamsCAD 30.00
shallot, white wine, garlic, cream, garlic focaccia

Joe's Seafood Tower on Ice

Joe's Seafood Tower on IceCAD 135.00
chilled atlantic lobster tail, marinated clams and mussels, local oysters, scallop ceviche, albacore tuna crudo, chilled jumbo prawns

Lobster Oil

Lobster Oil
Enhance your dishes at home with the delicate and rich flavours of Joe's Lobster Oil
- 375mlCAD 37.00

Fresh Oysters

$4.15 each. Served icy cold on the half shell with classic cocktail sauce, spicy ponzu, mignonette, horseradish & lemon

West Coast

Joe's Gold – Read Island
Gem – Read Island
Sawmill Bay – Read Island
Kusshi – Baynes Sound

East Coast

Beau Soleil – NB
Village Bay – NB
Malpeque – PEI
Shiny Sea – PEI

Joe's Classics

Roasted Chicken BreastCAD 38.00
local free range, fingerling potatoes, pancetta, brussel sprouts, honey glaze
Joe's Fresh Seafood CioppinoCAD 43.00
prawn, scallops, clams, mussels, fresh fish
Grilled Steelhead TroutCAD 37.00
tomato leek butter, roasted potatoes, asparagus, roasted golden beets
Miso Marinated SablefishCAD 54.00
sesame quinoa, mushrooms, edamame, kale, sweet soy
Seafood LinguineCAD 54.00
jumbo prawns, seared scallops, mushrooms, peas, white wine cream sauce
Potato GnocchiCAD 29.00
roasted vegetables, basil, tomato sauce
Ling CodCAD 42.00
blackened, pico de gallo, roasted potatoes

Steaks & Chops

All steaks are aged a minimum of 28 days

Filet Mignon (8 oz.)CAD 69.00
buttermilk mashed potatoes, market vegetables
New York Striploin (12 oz.)CAD 69.00
truffle parmesan fries, market vegetables
Pork Chop (12 oz.)CAD 46.00
center cut, soy citrus marinade, apple compote, buttermilk mashed potatoes, market vegetables
Bone-In Rib Steak (20 oz.)CAD 98.00
bacon horseradish mashed potatoes, market vegetables
Sirloin Steak (10 oz.)CAD 46.00
buttermilk mashed potatoes, market vegetables

Steak Sauces

$5 each

Joe's Steak Sauce
Peppercorn
Béarnaise

Soups

Tomato BisqueCAD 12.00
gin, fennel, cream
New England Clam ChowderCAD 16.00
cream, bacon, thyme

Salads

Iceberg WedgeCAD 24.00
diced tomato, double smoked bacon, blue cheese dressing
Tomato & Watermelon SaladCAD 22.00
heirloom tomatoes, watermelon, feta, cucumbers, mint, white balsamic vinaigrette

Extras

Truffle Parmesan FriesCAD 15.00
Sautéed MushroomsCAD 14.00
Steamed AsparagusCAD 14.00
Macaroni & CheeseCAD 15.00
French FriesCAD 12.00
Brussels Sprouts & Crispy PancettaCAD 12.00

Add 'Surf to Your Turf'

Two Tiger PrawnsCAD 18.00
Four Tiger PrawnsCAD 26.00
Jumbo ScallopsCAD 30.00

What 768 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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768 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 13 May 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Tasteless seafood and very disappointed with the service. Wish we spent our money somewhere else.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Vancouver
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on 12 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food Good atmosphere Great service from our server . Thank you
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MikeP
VIP
Vancouver
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on 4 May 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I have visited Joe Fortes in Vancouver. was excited to visit Whistler and try this location. Disapointed in the quality of the food. Undercooked potatoes, warm beer, serving sizes were correct for the value.
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Foodfight
Vancouver
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 28 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very generous potions, food and service was outstanding
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Jane
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Matthew was outstanding! Just superb service during our entire dinner!
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JulieP
VIP
Philadelphia
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on 19 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food,and spring menu was a great deal. Tuna credo was delicious, pork chop very moist, keylime was very good.
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Terri
Surrey
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 7 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely fabulous as always. Had muscles, fish trio and lamb. Dessert was some mile high chocolate cake that was to die for.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Mexico City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 2 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Muy buena la comida, el pescado con quinoa delicioso. Los meseros muy amables y eficientes. Buen lugar !
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 2 April 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very nice evening. Staff wasn’t rushed to have table so we sat longer. Food was very good: rich, heavy exactly what I expected. The only knock against is that the hotel lobby you pass through looks, feels and smells like a sports spa. Kind weird entrance! Staff were excellent. Thx
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foodeater3000
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such wonderful service from Eliza, she made a special occasion SO FUN and did a wonderful job organizing our courses from the many appetizers we ordered as a sharing meal. Wonderful service. Great food.
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FAQs

Joe Fortes Whistler is rated 4.6 stars by 768 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

4417 Sundial Pl, Whistler, BC V8E 1G8

Additional information

Area
Whistler Village
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public lots are available in the surrounding area around the restaurant. No on-site parking available.
Public transit
Short walk from surrounding hotels.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Justin Starr
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://www.joefortes.ca/
Phone number
(604) 932-5858
Private party facilities
Visit Joe Fortes Whistler and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.

Joe Fortes Whistler

Permanently Closed

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Key Lime Pie

Filet Mignon (8oz)

New York Striploin (12 oz)

Appetizers

Joe's Classic CaesarCAD 18.00

Beef CarpaccioCAD 25.00

Jumbo Tiger Prawn CocktailCAD 30.00

Crab CakeCAD 27.00

Joe's MusselsCAD 30.00

Crispy Fried Local OystersCAD 21.00

Steamed ClamsCAD 30.00

Joe's Seafood Tower on Ice

Joe's Seafood Tower on IceCAD 135.00

Lobster Oil

Lobster Oil

Fresh Oysters

West Coast

Joe's Gold – Read Island

Gem – Read Island

Sawmill Bay – Read Island

Kusshi – Baynes Sound

East Coast

Beau Soleil – NB

Village Bay – NB

Malpeque – PEI

Shiny Sea – PEI

Joe's Classics

Roasted Chicken BreastCAD 38.00

Joe's Fresh Seafood CioppinoCAD 43.00

Grilled Steelhead TroutCAD 37.00

Miso Marinated SablefishCAD 54.00

Seafood LinguineCAD 54.00

Potato GnocchiCAD 29.00

Ling CodCAD 42.00

Steaks & Chops

Filet Mignon (8 oz.)CAD 69.00

New York Striploin (12 oz.)CAD 69.00

Pork Chop (12 oz.)CAD 46.00

Bone-In Rib Steak (20 oz.)CAD 98.00

Sirloin Steak (10 oz.)CAD 46.00

Steak Sauces

Joe's Steak Sauce

Peppercorn

Béarnaise

Soups

Tomato BisqueCAD 12.00

New England Clam ChowderCAD 16.00

Salads

Iceberg WedgeCAD 24.00

Tomato & Watermelon SaladCAD 22.00

Extras

Truffle Parmesan FriesCAD 15.00

Sautéed MushroomsCAD 14.00

Steamed AsparagusCAD 14.00

Macaroni & CheeseCAD 15.00

French FriesCAD 12.00

Brussels Sprouts & Crispy PancettaCAD 12.00

Add 'Surf to Your Turf'

Two Tiger PrawnsCAD 18.00

Four Tiger PrawnsCAD 26.00

Jumbo ScallopsCAD 30.00

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Joe Fortes Whistler restaurant rated?

Is Joe Fortes Whistler currently accepting bookings?

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