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Dockside Restaurant, Vancouver, BC

Dockside Restaurant

4.3
4.3
3929 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Northwest
1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H3R9

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Located on the waterfront where Granville Island faces the city, guests can enjoy panoramic views across False Creek to the world-famous cityscape of Yaletown and beyond to the mountains of the North Shore.

The open dining room is relaxed yet refined, wrapped in spectacular floor to ceiling windows, while the lounge offers warm intimate surroundings for evening cocktails.

The award-winning seasonal patio (patio closed October to March) catches sunlight from morning to afternoon and is an oasis of calm, disturbed only by the occasional sound of boats making their way along False Creek.

Whether dining inside or outside the views are stunning!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Josef Driemel
  • Catering
    Please email inquiries to info@docksidevancouver.com
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy our options for Private Dinning! Parties of 20 or more only.
  • Neighborhood
    Granville Island
  • Cross street
    Located at the East end of Granville Island, in the Granville Island Hotel.
  • Parking details
    Granville Island Pay parking
  • Public transit
    We look forward to welcoming you to the Dockside Restaurant. Paid parking is available on Granville Island on a first-come-first-serve basis. We recommend allotting a bit of extra time to assist you in finding a space on weekends and holidays.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

    CA$119.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mom in Style at Dockside Restaurant in Vancouver! This Mother’s Day, elevate your celebration with a sumptuous brunch buffet that promises to dazzle. Begin your experience with a complimentary mimosa paired with breathtaking waterfront views—a perfect setting to honor the special woman in your life. Delight in an array of brunch favorites, including an enticing Carvery Station, a live Eggs Benedict station, and our signature house-made waffles and French toast, along with a plethora of other delectable surprises. Indulge your sweet tooth with our exquisite dessert display featuring an interactive chocolate fountain and fresh strawberries. Reserve your table now and make this Mother’s Day truly unforgettable. Pricing Details: - $119.00 per person - $59.00 for kids ages 6-12 - Complimentary for children 5 and under Please note: All prices are subject to applicable taxes and an 18% gratuity.

What 3,929 people are saying

Dockside Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dockside Restaurant offers an enchanting waterfront dining experience with "gorgeous views" and "delicious seafood." Patrons rave about the "amazing service," highlighting standout servers such as Lara and Tyler. The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, with a lovely patio for summer dining. A "hidden gem," this spot promises memorable meals and friendly hospitality.

3,929 Reviews
  1. Lorraine

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I love Dockside because of the ambience, food and service. I always take out of town guests there and we are never disappointed. 😢

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  2. Joannie

    Vancouver1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service is good. Only little bit noisy cos has a party at the same time.

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  3. Diana VIP

    Vancouver12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Haven’t been to Dockside in 40 years. Excellent experience. Great food. Lara was our server. She was super professional and a lovely lady. Thank you for giving us a fantastic experience.

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  4. Thomas

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent!! Tyler was one of the best waiters and really added to the experience

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  5. Ginny

    Edmonton21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful day at waterfront table, gorgeous view, delicious seafood meal, friendly excellent service. A little gem. Great for friendly lunch or special occasion.

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  6. Karen

    Palm Springs23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing from start to finish. Our server Lara was fantastic and knew the answers to everything we asked about menu items. Food was delicious from the tuna tataki to the mussels and frites and seafood pasta. All were to die for. Would definitely eat here again.

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  7. Norah

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely employees. Service was attentive (one of our part asked for bread but I don’t think they understood what was asked - we didn’t get any). Food was ok. I had a dockside burger and the lettuce was a bit soggy and my burger on the well done side. Salads could have been dressed a bit better or the option of dressing on the side. Mussels were a hit! For sure I would come back. It’s beautiful!!

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  8. Anita

    Vancouver4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    A little chaotic. Took a long time to look for our reservation but eventually sited. There was only one waiter but almost 10 tables with ppl. A lot of helpers in taking food to the table but only one waiter taking orders. We are small party of 4 and ordered a beer which was forgotten. The Seafood platter was ok.

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  9. Edith

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent server who made us feel very welcome. Also the receptionist gave us a very warm welcome.

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  10. Joanne

    Vancouver2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was ok. Service was ok. Nothing spectacular. The only thing that wow’ed me was the price they charge for a cup of drip coffee ($6!) and you have to flag someone down for a refill.

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FAQs

Dockside Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 685-7070.

Dockside Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 3929 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Canada
  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
  4. Vancouver
  5. Granville Island

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Dockside Restaurant

1253 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H3R9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at the East end of Granville Island, in the Granville Island Hotel.
  • Neighborhood
    Granville Island
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Granville Island Pay parking
  • Public transit
    We look forward to welcoming you to the Dockside Restaurant. Paid parking is available on Granville Island on a first-come-first-serve basis. We recommend allotting a bit of extra time to assist you in finding a space on weekends and holidays.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josef Driemel
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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