Salmon House
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Taste Fabulous Great atmosphere, nice harbour view, good service, nice wine & delicious food. I have a very delicious steak and... read moreGreat atmosphere, nice harbour view, good service, nice wine & delicious food. I have a very delicious steak and yummy dessert for the dinner, surely will be back again read less - 9/07/2022
Emily C.
Overall the experience was fairly good but the salad we found to be very basic for the cost of it.... read moreOverall the experience was fairly good but the salad we found to be very basic for the cost of it. It needs capers and some sort of other veggies on it but the dressing is delicious. Our mains and the dessert were delicious so we will definitely be back someday. They also gave us one of the best tables in the whole restaurant! read less - 7/22/2022
Maurice Maginn Our company did their Christmas dinner here last night. The service was excellent, the food was fantastic and the views... read moreOur company did their Christmas dinner here last night. The service was excellent, the food was fantastic and the views were awesome. We had an incredible night and enjoyed a 4 course menu that delighted all night. read less - 12/06/2021
J B My number one place for a nice meal in the Vancouver area. Has a warm, cabin like feel inside... read moreMy number one place for a nice meal in the Vancouver area. Has a warm, cabin like feel inside with a stunning view overlooking Vancouver. The food is always great and cooked perfectly. read less - 12/03/2021
Josee Benoit Loved it - 12/01/2021
Anne Marie Webb-Hughes Food is as good as ever. We would like to see the bar lounge opened back up with live music... read moreFood is as good as ever. We would like to see the bar lounge opened back up with live music on weekends read less - 11/24/2021
Damaris Kazor A fabulous place for a special occasion - the night time views are amazing! Our favorites were the salmon trio... read moreA fabulous place for a special occasion - the night time views are amazing! Our favorites were the salmon trio (to sample 3 different salmon types - yes please!) And the peach cream cheese ravioli - to die for read less - 11/08/2021
Cherie O'Reilly Great - 11/08/2021
c cc Reliable fancy restaurant with good quality food, they need interior and exterior renovations though.....badly - 11/08/2021
Ryan Bottriell Beautiful view, quiet and refined atmosphere, and a menu to die for. This place is high end dining at it's finest - 11/08/2021
Raelene Uchida This was a very beautiful place for us and our family. Diane was excellent she went over and above... read moreThis was a very beautiful place for us and our family. Diane was excellent she went over and above to make our event special for us. The food was amazing. The view over looking Vancouver is spectacular. read less - 10/16/2021
Yonghyun Song Went there for wifes birthday, service was amazing and food was excellent - 10/08/2021
PookyCake
Outstanding in Every Respect The Salmon House has been a (West) Vancouver mainstay for 45 years, which is a lifetime by today’s restaurant standards.... read moreThe Salmon House has been a (West) Vancouver mainstay for 45 years, which is a lifetime by today’s restaurant standards. In that time, they’ve accumulated numerous accolades, including positive word from the likes of the Vancouver Sun, VanFoodies.com, Lonely Planet and North Shore News, to name but a few. While I don’t often agree with the critics and pundits, I do think Lonely Planet gets it right with respect to Salmon House: An “old-school destination restaurant” that “doesn’t rest on its laurels.” Indeed, far from coasting on its name recognition, Salmon House delivers a classic seafood-based menu with little to no fuss!
I first became aware of Salmon House in 2010. At the time, I flagged it as a “must try” place by virtue of its association with other restaurants in the Geoff Howes group – Aqua Riva (closed in 2011) and Horizons (closed in 2020); however, I failed to note the “West” in Vancouver (an area I don’t frequent). Thus, visiting this establishment fell on the backburner for the better part of 11 years . . . odd how it took a pandemic for me to decide “now’s the time!”
Anyway, the family and I attended Salmon House for dinner in the final week of August. The hostess was pleasant and showed us to our table – a lovely booth near the impressive floor-to-ceiling windows. Upon being seated, I couldn’t help but be drawn to the deck and thus made my way outside to enjoy the unobstructed cliff-top city views of Vancouver. Walking outside, Burrard Inlet and Stanley Park immediately grab your attention and highlight, only too clearly, why Salmon House has become a destination restaurant for many: The setting can’t be beat and the food highlights some of BC’s best.
Reviewing the menu at Salmon House, it’s clear the focus is on fresh (seasonal) BC seafood and that, to me, is exciting. Why place emphasis on elsewhere when there’s so much to offer in our own beautiful Province? That said, we ordered a number of different items. To start, we had the homemade bread, Pan-Seared Scallops, Chili Prawn Spring Rolls, and a Caesar Salad. For our mains, we ordered the Salmon House Chowder, Lobster Pappardelle and the Seafood Tower for 2 (can you tell we were hungry?).
I won’t comment on each and every item, but there were some definite highlights:
House-Made Bread: I know it seems almost silly to comment on bread, but Salmon House’s ability to execute something so simple so well highlights, in the clearest possible way, their tendency towards a high quality product. The bread was warm and soft and came served with a beautiful smoked salmon butter. The salmon flavour was prominent, worked well with the bread and provided a preview of the deliciousness yet to come.
Pan-Seared Scallops: These were $6.50 each and came with an eggplant tomato confit, candied salmon (atop the scallop), Basil pesto and micro greens. We enjoyed the scallops – they were cooked to perfection and their presentation was spot-on; however, I do feel they might’ve been a little pricey for their size.
Chili Prawn Spring Rolls: Utilizing a simple and straightforward presentation, the ingredients were able to take center stage. The passion fruit vinaigrette worked well with the prawn and its accompanying fennel slaw.
Salmon House Chowder: Served in the Manhattan style, the House Chowder came loaded with fish, complemented by shrimp, carrots, celery and onions. It was hearty – as any good chowder should be – and highlighted some of Salmon House’s best qualities, namely their skill at bringing together a plethora of flavours into a single, delicious soup.
Seafood Tower for 2: Designed for those who’d like a bit of everything, the seafood tower gives you chilled and grilled fish as well as the “seafood feast bowl.” It’s a lot of food – I’d argue more than enough for even 3 people – but it places a strong emphasis on both fish and shellfish, making them the central ingredients. No fancy fillers here!
I’d be remiss if I failed to mention the service we received over the course of dinner. In short, it was exceptional. Our server checked in regularly – though not enough to be intrusive – to ensure everything was to our liking. Importantly, too, our water and beverage glasses were never left empty. Salmon House clearly understands the value of good customer service and the role it plays in the overall dining experience.
FOOD: 5/5
SERVICE: 5/5
VALUE: 5/5
RECOMMENDATION: With its relaxed atmosphere, superlative service and outstanding food, Salmon House has demonstrated how and why it’s been around for 45 years. The menu is straightforward BC-inspired seafood, but the execution is deceptively complex. The end result is an experience not soon forgotten. My only regret? That it took me 11 years to finally get here!
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WilliamT771 Special dinner Great salmon, good service.
$72 for a bottle of Blue Mountain Pinot blanc retailing for LES than $28. The meal deserved... read moreGreat salmon, good service.
$72 for a bottle of Blue Mountain Pinot blanc retailing for LES than $28. The meal deserved a much better wine with a reasonable markup. read less - 9/14/2021
Aurelius Jack Fantastice view, very tasty food. My obky wish would be the appetizers were a little more shareable. - 9/08/2021
Madiha Akbar We come here every year for our anniversary and the food is always amazing, along with the service. It's a... read moreWe come here every year for our anniversary and the food is always amazing, along with the service. It's a nice, quiet place with views to die for! read less - 9/08/2021
Dale Collins This was a special occasion so we wanted to go somewhere extra special. As is my custom, when I arrive... read moreThis was a special occasion so we wanted to go somewhere extra special. As is my custom, when I arrive at a new restaurant, I asked the server what they would order. My entree was the halibut and my wife had the Chinook salmon. They were both exquisite! The server was charming and attentive and also give perfect recommendations for dessert. A very positive experience. read less - 9/08/2021
EC ARGONZA It was great, location is amazing.. - 9/08/2021
Aristotle Olonan Excellent food and service with a view. - 9/08/2021
Winston Zhao Awesome food, perfect view, great service and comfortable atmosphere - 9/08/2021
Sophie Baillargeon Amazing vue and delicious seafood! - 9/08/2021
B D Really excellent salmon. I had the dish with different salmon varieties (damned if I can remember the name) where I... read moreReally excellent salmon. I had the dish with different salmon varieties (damned if I can remember the name) where I learned I actually prefer Chinook salmon over the popular sockeye (when cooked at least). interesting! great service as well. overall fantastic experience, worth the money. read less - 8/08/2021
Hari A Ambiance, Scenery, Food! This is a destination restaurant for special occasions. Dinner for two with a glass of wine is $150+. Make sure... read moreThis is a destination restaurant for special occasions. Dinner for two with a glass of wine is $150+. Make sure you reserve - a table with a view is well worth your experience. Start your meal just before dusk, soak in the beauty of Vancouver. Finish with dessert and coffee when it gets dark and enjoy the glittering lights of beautiful Vancouver read less - 7/25/2021
Ken1846 We're here again and not disappointed We've been going here for dinner every once in a while for pretty much as long as the place has... read moreWe've been going here for dinner every once in a while for pretty much as long as the place has been open. Consistently good food and service in a relaxed atmosphere - good view of Vancouver for out-of-town guests - with not cheap, but not unreasonable, prices. Always good value. read less - 6/27/2021
Pamela V.
Lovely spot on the hill with amazing views of the Vancouber skyline and inlet.
Go early to view the amazing sunset.
Food... read moreLovely spot on the hill with amazing views of the Vancouber skyline and inlet.
Go early to view the amazing sunset.
Food is very nice especially if you enjoy fish. Staff is super firendly and you are not rushed at all.
Definately a must come back in summer to enjoy the patio read less - 3/14/2021
PamelaVio Goodbye work dinner Lovely spot on the hill with amazing views of the Vancouber skyline and inlet.
Go early to view the amazing sunset.
Food... read moreLovely spot on the hill with amazing views of the Vancouber skyline and inlet.
Go early to view the amazing sunset.
Food is very nice especially if you enjoy fish. Staff is super firendly and you are not rushed at all.
Definately a must come back in summer to enjoy the pati. read less - 3/14/2021
Russell S The Food, Service and views are wonderful In times of COVID it's hard to find a place that still values great service, and great food - Salmon... read moreIn times of COVID it's hard to find a place that still values great service, and great food - Salmon House does all that and more, with excellence. read less - 3/08/2021- George S. I greatly appreciate the Salmon House resolving a 'Gift Certificate' issue that, at no fault of 'anyone's', occurred in the... read moreI greatly appreciate the Salmon House resolving a 'Gift Certificate' issue that, at no fault of 'anyone's', occurred in the middle of this COVID pandemic. My issue was resolved by 'Diane' at Customer Service and finalized by 'Sunny Kim' at Head Office. It was resolved in a most professional, caring and respectful manner, as one could ever expect.
I too, have worked in 'customer service' for more than 35 years and know how people should be treated and how issues should be addressed. The ownership of this very reputable restaurant, should be very grateful and thankful for having these two very special employees.
Not just for the fact that this is a very well known venue but I will certainly return and forward off "my story" to my friends and colleagues on account of this 'class act' shown by these two individuals.
Thank YOU....for caring!
For that alone... I rate and give YOU ... "5*****'s"!!!!!
Your returning client.
GS read less - 1/16/2021
SailNV Awesome staff, ok food We were welcomed and treated like a family. Food however, has gone down a little bit. Its not the same... read moreWe were welcomed and treated like a family. Food however, has gone down a little bit. Its not the same as it used to be. Risotto was unseasoned and no cheese at all. Fish were a tiny bit over cooked. Vegetables weren't crunchy, it was over cooked. Salad was mixed by a rough hand. It was wilting and over seasoned. The staff made our welcome very nice and it was beautiful view. read less - 1/13/2021
Maike E. We visited for brunch in August and really enjoyed our dining experience. With two young children, it can be a... read moreWe visited for brunch in August and really enjoyed our dining experience. With two young children, it can be a challenge, but they had plenty of high chairs, coloring material and a kids menu. When we requested options for the kids that weren't specifically put together on the menu for them, they put something special together and the kids ended up with a lovely pancake and eggs platter. Our meals were also really tasty. I had eggs Benedict which was served on I think it was a hash, not the usual muffin in any case. The staff were lovely, the location with a view is nice and the food was satisfying and worthwhile. We're looking forward to returning when things open up a bit more again! read less - 12/14/2020Jeremy G. We had a really nice meal here. The service was excellent. All of the fish was perfectly... read moreWe had a really nice meal here. The service was excellent. All of the fish was perfectly cooked.
The halibut special and the salmon trio were excellent.
The ravioli cheesecake was a charming dessert.
Covid procedures were clear and easy. read less - 12/07/2020
lomimu Delicious fine dining Salmon House has been consistently good for us. Food is delicious, good portion size.... and certainly quite pricey. But service... read moreSalmon House has been consistently good for us. Food is delicious, good portion size.... and certainly quite pricey. But service is excellent and there's a stellar sunset and Lion's Gate view. read less - 11/03/2020
652kimmy 60th Birthday Excellent seafood platter beautiful ambiance and music and excellent service. FYI future would be a nice touch to offer birthday... read moreExcellent seafood platter beautiful ambiance and music and excellent service. FYI future would be a nice touch to offer birthday desert on house. read less - 11/02/2020
Blair Monaghan Took my girlfriend here for our anniversary amazing view and very good service. The food was delicious and very fresh. - 8/02/2020
G. C. Everyone was extremely happy with their service and food. The view was amazing. A must see for tourists and locals alike. - 8/02/2020
M Still consistently good after all these years! Staff were friendly and professional and food was fantastic. Only concern... read moreStill consistently good after all these years! Staff were friendly and professional and food was fantastic. Only concern was that the servers were wearing these half face guards that sit on their chins and make their breath go upwards instead of a full face mask. I doubt it has any protection from giving or getting covid. read less - 8/02/2020 
Natalia As usually wonderful experience with the food, ambience and service. The duck breast with orange sauce is a art. My... read moreAs usually wonderful experience with the food, ambience and service. The duck breast with orange sauce is a art. My special appreciation and respect to Sonya. She is gorgeous. We would love to repeat such experience for special occasions and usual routine with spectacular view. read less - 8/02/2020
Peterprev Way overpriced but a nice view Went for dinner last night and thought the service was great but that the food was way overpriced. We started... read moreWent for dinner last night and thought the service was great but that the food was way overpriced. We started with the pan seared scallops which, at $6.50 each, we imagined would be of a good size. They were tiny. Tasty but tiny. We had three each so it came to almost $40 just for the scallops. My wife had the halibut which was perfectly prepared and tender.
I have the 16 ounce rack of lamb which I had to send back because it was under cooked. I found it to be rather chewy and at $55 way overpriced.
With two drinks and the tip, the bill came to over $200. read less - 7/26/2020
Kenneth Lindemere Good food. Beautiful view of the city. Good service. I usually end up at The Salmon House at some point... read moreGood food. Beautiful view of the city. Good service. I usually end up at The Salmon House at some point during a Vancouver visit and it's been consistently good for many years. A salad and spring rolls to start. Very good. This time my wife had the salmon Wellington, which, while I'd hesitate to call it "Wellington", was very good, as was my sablefish. Both plates well presented with a different variety of vegetables for each. Definitely recommended. read less - 7/26/2020Ken1846 Recommended Good food. Beautiful view of the city. Good service. I usually end up at The Salmon House at some point... read moreGood food. Beautiful view of the city. Good service. I usually end up at The Salmon House at some point during a Vancouver visit and it's been consistently good for many years. A salad and spring rolls to start. Very good. This time my wife had the salmon Wellington, which, while I'd hesitate to call it "Wellington", was very good, as was my sablefish. Both plates well presented with a different variety of vegetables for each. Definitely recommended. read less - 7/25/2020
Michelle Sabaoan Great food and best service. The staffs are very friendly and the view is amazing. - 7/19/2020Shiela M. The service was really good! Our server was Jennifer, she was nice and asked if we needed anything, she also... read moreThe service was really good! Our server was Jennifer, she was nice and asked if we needed anything, she also checked up on us and gave us information about the food. We started with the tuna appetizer, and it was really tasty so 10/10 for that. Our mains were the lobster pappardelle and the rack of lamb. My boyfriend was happy with what he got, but my main was meh. The lobster was over cooked and chewy so that was disappointing. Other than that, everything was nice and the staffs treated us nicely. read less - 7/06/2020
Samuel O. A West Vancouver institution for a reason. The salmon house holds up the test of time each year with their... read moreA West Vancouver institution for a reason. The salmon house holds up the test of time each year with their consistency and spectacular service. The food is always wonderful and the service is second to none. After being let down time and time again by other West Vancouver seafood restaurants, it's nice knowing that the salmon house is readily accessible for a delicious seafood meal. read less - 6/29/2020
suzabella60 NEVER DISPPOINTS Was there last Sunday for brunch. The weather was with us and of course the view was outstanding. We always... read moreWas there last Sunday for brunch. The weather was with us and of course the view was outstanding. We always take out of town guests here for just that reason, as well as the fabulous west coast décor.
As I was not that hungry, had the apple/fennel salad and it was a perfect size. Our guest loved the seafood pasta dish.
Service was, as always, great. read less - 3/10/2020
Ricardo Kawashita One of my favourites on the region. Good food, friendly service, reasonably priced, and outstanding views. - 3/09/2020
W T Seafood done with the utmost detail.This chef is very good! The views are the best and a Friday night when... read moreSeafood done with the utmost detail.This chef is very good! The views are the best and a Friday night when Chico plays piano is special.Chico toured with Marvin Gaye...motown lives right here! read less - 3/09/2020
Hayden Tin Great view. Good portion sizes - 3/09/2020
Sarah Watson One of the best meals I've ever had. The view is absolutely amazing, you can see all of the city... read moreOne of the best meals I've ever had. The view is absolutely amazing, you can see all of the city from Burnaby to downtown to UBC. Great service even with it being very busy and the food was beyond delicious. Highly recommended! read less - 3/09/2020
Eddie Li View is spectacular! Food is surprisingly good and service is ample! - 3/09/2020
Dwayne Toews Amazing views over harbour and city. Great brunch menu, very delicious and fairly priced. - 3/09/2020
J. Peters Always a treat. Fancy place with excellent food and good service as well as some of the best views in... read moreAlways a treat. Fancy place with excellent food and good service as well as some of the best views in the city! read less - 3/09/2020
Linda Harding We had a wonderful early Valentine's dinner. Food was fantastic. If you order the lobster papardelle, get it without the... read moreWe had a wonderful early Valentine's dinner. Food was fantastic. If you order the lobster papardelle, get it without the chorizo sausage or it will over power the lobster. read less - 3/09/2020
Kimberley S. Food was delicious! Excellent menu options, service was fast and attentive with great recommendations. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience last night,... read moreFood was delicious! Excellent menu options, service was fast and attentive with great recommendations. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience last night, can't wait to visit them again read less - 2/09/2020
Liana West Grand room - 2/09/2020
Samantha Lowe Decor is slightly dated, however the food is wonderful! Service was top notch as well. Our server was a male,... read moreDecor is slightly dated, however the food is wonderful! Service was top notch as well. Our server was a male, can’t remember his name but he gave great recommendations. read less - 2/09/2020
susan d Outstanding view, relaxing atmosphere, really good drinks and food! - 2/09/2020
Donald L Great night view of downtown Vancouver and Lion’s Gate bridge on a clear evening. Dine Out dishes were delicious,... read moreGreat night view of downtown Vancouver and Lion’s Gate bridge on a clear evening. Dine Out dishes were delicious, sample appetizer, chinook salmon entree and Paris-Brest dessert. Cozy warm west coast atmosphere. read less - 2/09/2020
Mydhili Furtado Great food and great service. Amazing views. DineOut menu was amazing. - 2/09/2020
Kimberley Oldfield Great service!! From the moment you walk in, your every need is being catered to. The view is phenomenal and... read moreGreat service!! From the moment you walk in, your every need is being catered to. The view is phenomenal and the food is even better. The Salmon Trio was absolutely amazing!! It was a treat to my taste buds. Our first waiter Joe made the experience really wonderful. We will definitely be returning when we visit Canada again. read less - 2/09/2020
Roger Markevich Great restaurant - 2/09/2020
Jon Twidale The staff and the seafood are always top notch. - 2/09/2020
nsoldgoat Even better this time Last night my wife, myself and a close friend ate at the Salmon House. It has been quite a while... read moreLast night my wife, myself and a close friend ate at the Salmon House. It has been quite a while since we last enjoyed a meal at the Salmon House as my wife has a fish and seafood allergy but our friend loves seafood and this is the place to satisfy his food choice.
Our reservation was handled efficiently and our request for a window seat was met.
Much to our delight there was a special “Vancouver eat out” three course menu as well as their usual menu. We all took advantage of this special menu. Our friend ordered the coconut and carrot soup as an appetizer then salmon with vegetables and mashed potatoes. He waited to make his decision regarding desert. My wife ordered a regular beet and goat cheese salad for her appetizer. As expected she ordered beef filet which had several vegetables and fingerling potatoes. She also ordered her desert later. I ordered the Salmon House sampler which was three variations of seafood with a tasty dipping sauce. I also had the beef filet. I pre ordered my desert which was a flourless chocolate cake.
In addition our friend ordered a glass of white wine to go with his fish dish while my wife had a glass of red wine to compliment her beef.
Our meals arrived within a reasonable time period. We were pleased that our beef was done exactly to our specifications. I should point out that bread is not included with the meal and is an extra expense. My friend and my wife later decided on the flourless chocolate cake for their desert.
We were all delighted with the entire dinner. In addition both our waiter and the young girl bussing were very helpful and friendly.
Even though my wife has a seafood allergy, we definitely will be back soon as they obviously have items on their menu for persons like my wife.
The whole evening was a huge success thanks to the Salmon House on the Hill.
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Stephen D Great View For Out-of-of-town Guests I had not been to the Salmon House in years but had relatives in town and thought it would be... read moreI had not been to the Salmon House in years but had relatives in town and thought it would be a location for brunch. The view of the city from there is amazing and the food was very good. I recommend this if you have guests in town, I will be back. read less - 1/20/2020
JoySeaYVR One of the best views in Vancouver! I like this restaurant for a few reasons. We ate here the night we got engaged in 1993, we filmed... read moreI like this restaurant for a few reasons. We ate here the night we got engaged in 1993, we filmed a meeting here when we did Love It or List It, the seafood is very good, great wine list, unbeatable view of the sunset, and Vancouver.
We sometimes have a drink in the lounge area to listen to live jazz. This is a Vancouver classic.
Brunch lunch and dinner are all good. read less - 1/15/2020
Matthew MacLennan Classy with one of the best views around, hands down. - 1/09/2020
Annemarie Worrall Awesome location, view of Vancouver, indigenous decor and super salmon. Loved the salmon trio entree! - 1/09/2020
Gerald Rice-Wyse Awesome food and service - 1/09/2020
Emily Kokonas Wow - 1/09/2020
Alex Chen If you ever want a quiet place to enjoy your meal with view. This is one of the place... read moreIf you ever want a quiet place to enjoy your meal with view. This is one of the place for you. Food and service was exceptional and totally recommended for casual gathering or special date. read less - 1/09/2020
Marcene von Ravenhurst I like this place! We often have success getting a table on short notice. It's a nice, simple... read moreI like this place! We often have success getting a table on short notice. It's a nice, simple room with an excellent view from every table. Service is always on point. Quality of the offering is top! read less - 1/09/2020
nolessthan4me Friends wanting fish The place never disappoints with the best options for salmon and all the lovely sides and desserts. Nice atmosphere for... read moreThe place never disappoints with the best options for salmon and all the lovely sides and desserts. Nice atmosphere for conversation and the view of the water and cargo ships from west van is peaceful and catch a sunset for awesome colors! Great service and have been a number of times - always leaving satisfied and smiling! read less - 12/28/2019
1bigred Great selection of fish Here with friends, and we all had something different. 7 different meals and each person said their was the best.... read moreHere with friends, and we all had something different. 7 different meals and each person said their was the best. From scallops, salmon (3 different ones on 1 meal), tuna and so too many to mention.
Service was great, food was hot and all the orders were right. Dessert choice was good as well
Can not wait to visit again when we are in Vancouver again read less - 12/12/2019
Una Zhang Great food and service! Atmosphere is really nice! - 12/09/2019
ignacio Madaria Great views and great food. Amazing place for good ocasion - 12/09/2019
Debra Taylor Awesome food and the best view of Vancouver. - 12/09/2019
Jenn A Great food and view! Will be back. - 12/09/2019
Brian Thom Ok, this is clearly a pretty special place to eat on a rainy Vancouver night. Warm and comfortable, intimate even,... read moreOk, this is clearly a pretty special place to eat on a rainy Vancouver night. Warm and comfortable, intimate even, this place wraps you up like a wool blanket, and then puts plates of some of the best food anywhere in front of you -- Pacific coast salmon, fish, and seafood. Cooking salmon with alder is really the best for flavour -- easily better than cedar plank or other methods -- and the chef's here do bring the alder wood in because they know their flavours. The Salmon Trio is a signature dish, tonight I had coho, sockeye, and spring salmon all the on the same plate. Five stars. read less - 12/09/2019
Skye Griffiths Atmosphere super fantastic, food was superb, service was terrific - 12/09/2019
Nona Bear Food was delish and fun cheerful atmosphere. Definitely will come back! - 11/09/2019
Sid Lo Great service and Great food for reasonable price. Beautiful West Van setting with great city view. - 11/09/2019
Grant Louie Had seafood tower and it was good. Glad that they have kids menu too. - 11/09/2019
Sandra Irving Good food - 11/09/2019
K A Good place. Good food. Near my house. - 11/09/2019
grizzlymb Best Eats First the view, amazing clear view if the harbour inlet and city. Halloween the Chienese celebrate with fireworks. From one... read moreFirst the view, amazing clear view if the harbour inlet and city. Halloween the Chienese celebrate with fireworks. From one end if the city to the other all kinds if activity. The staff are first rate. The food, all I can say is delicious and perfectly prepared and presented. read less - 11/05/2019
HyunJung Joung Had dinner for my aunt's bday. Our server was professional and attentive. Food was delicious and view was great. - 10/09/2019
Peter Lin 2nd time been here. The food is always great - 10/09/2019
Taryn Brown Best restaurant in Van - 10/09/2019
Osha Honey Overall it wasn't a very memorable experience but the view was nice and the service was prompt. I wouldn't recommend... read moreOverall it wasn't a very memorable experience but the view was nice and the service was prompt. I wouldn't recommend it to others. read less - 10/09/2019
Jonathan Lee Come for the view. It’s spectacular. The food is pretty solid. Lobster was delicious but next time I might not... read moreCome for the view. It’s spectacular. The food is pretty solid. Lobster was delicious but next time I might not go for the whole lobster just because of the work involved dismantling it. Servers were very friendly although one of them may have been kind of new. read less - 10/09/2019
Marcel Bouchard The few is the Best - 10/09/2019
Cheryl Phillips The food & service is amazing - 10/09/2019
George Willeboordse Amazing. - 10/09/2019
Terence Lin One of a kind in Greater Vancouver - 10/09/2019
cynthia gruden Delish - 10/09/2019
Sammy Y. Service: 10/10! Friendly, Quick to cater, Professional & very aware of their customers.
Venue: 10/10! Gorgeous traditionally Canadian interior decor with... read moreService: 10/10! Friendly, Quick to cater, Professional & very aware of their customers.
Venue: 10/10! Gorgeous traditionally Canadian interior decor with a splendid view of Downtown Vancouver.
Food: 10/10! Perfect amount, perfectly accented flavours... Compliments to the chef for the delicious Salmon varieties, mussels, clams, Risottos etc.
Nothing negative about this place. read less - 9/14/2019
Sara Hart Still has the flair. - 9/09/2019
Hector Benitez Great food! - 9/09/2019
Andrew Leung very relaxing place and the seafood platter is just beyond amazing , service is just so so though. - 9/09/2019
Kelvin Lau Sunday night - the restaurant was only about half full. Got a nice corner window table with great views... read moreSunday night - the restaurant was only about half full. Got a nice corner window table with great views of Vancouver downtown. Food was excellent and service was equally great. Prices are on the higher side but with restaurants with a view, I believe a price premium is added. So value can depend on what table you end up with. read less - 9/09/2019
Quality Move Management Inc. We enjoyed the salmon Wellington and watched a great sunset. Always a delight. - 9/09/2019
Robert Bradley Nice view and good menus - 9/09/2019
B Lin Great location and good food - 9/09/2019
J W Get the seafood tower for the experience, and get there early even with a reservation to get a window seat... read moreGet the seafood tower for the experience, and get there early even with a reservation to get a window seat for the view. read less - 9/09/2019
Gerrit deWaal Beautiful view! Great food. - 8/09/2019
Ali Bani-Sadr A friend turned 50 and invited us and a large group of family and friends to celebrate at the Salmon... read moreA friend turned 50 and invited us and a large group of family and friends to celebrate at the Salmon House in West Vancouver. This was held in the private room with a large veranda and a beautiful view of the city, harbour and the Lions Gate bridge. The excellent food was passed around on plates throughout the evening by the very attentive staff. The definite inclination towards seafood was very much appreciated by the many. The service was great and we had a great time. While we have always loved the main dining room for smaller get-togethers, we will certainly keep this venue in mind for any other larger functions. read less - 8/09/2019
Patrick Wallace Food was fantastic. My wife loved the atmosphere - 8/09/2019
Patricia Wu I've been here many times for different occasions, and haven't been disappointed at the quality of service and food. Dining... read moreI've been here many times for different occasions, and haven't been disappointed at the quality of service and food. Dining on a normal weekday gives you a more personal service with time to enjoy the view. During the dine out period, they can get busy, but food quality is still on par (and above, if anything). I have also attended a wedding reception here. Although the layout can be a bit tough, they offer two level seating, so more people can see the love seat head table. Their service that day was also spectacular. They offer Open Table reservations, which is a perk as well. Only down side is that the drive up and parking lot can get quite dark, so drive in with a friend or know your route well. read less - 8/09/2019
Troy Pennock Yummy in the tummy. - 8/09/2019
M Ramaswamy stunning views of Vancouver through giant picture windows..brilliant sunsets, or rolling grey skies or a snowy Christmas.. the food is... read morestunning views of Vancouver through giant picture windows..brilliant sunsets, or rolling grey skies or a snowy Christmas.. the food is amazing and their desserts delicious! read less - 8/09/2019
Kathy Dawson Always a great place to dine. We have been coming here for years! 😊 - 8/09/2019
Mahboobeh Akbari I really like the view and the location is convenient but the food is not the best quality just like... read moreI really like the view and the location is convenient but the food is not the best quality just like a normal restaurant read less - 8/09/2019
Chucho Godinez Took my wife there a long time ago, the food is great, service also but the view is priceless. - 8/09/2019
James Magnan Excellent seafood. High prices, but worth the cost for the quality, service, and view. - 8/09/2019
Mark Robles Great atmosphere and music (saw Chico in the lounge). Staple place for us in west van - 8/09/2019
M Schleinzofer Only thing we crave when we land back home - 8/09/2019
Ken Chen Surprisingly excellent dungeoness crabs here. Perfect service! - 8/09/2019
Haakon Lie Amazing food with a great view! 💯The staff is very friendly and the prices are reasonable! We had three really... read moreAmazing food with a great view! 💯The staff is very friendly and the prices are reasonable! We had three really good starters : The best fried calamary I've tasted, oysters and salmon ceviche. For our mains we had the risotto, fresh fish and new York strip. This was also very tasty!! Only thing I would ask for was a bit more sauce on the steak. The dessert consisted of a beautiful crème brulle, a very interesting sweet ravioli and sorbets! These all had amazing flavors!!Really recommend this place 👍 read less - 8/09/2019
Dragana Nikolic This is west coast dining at its finest. The Salmon House has the best view and an amazing seafood menu.... read moreThis is west coast dining at its finest. The Salmon House has the best view and an amazing seafood menu. I've been here several times but last time I got the scallops and I think they were the best I've had. Service is always great and I look forward to dining here again. read less - 8/09/2019
Benjamin Donovan The service was well below par for such an upscale restaurant but the food was amazing - 8/09/2019
Google Guide Romantic spot with awesome views of Vancouver across the Burrard Inlet from West Vancouver. Location is 'off the beaten path,'... read moreRomantic spot with awesome views of Vancouver across the Burrard Inlet from West Vancouver. Location is 'off the beaten path,' with an unassuming exterior. However once inside the restaurant has a warm Westcoast atmosphere with First-nation artwork. Most seats will have a decent view in their terraced dining room. This higher end restaurant offers a good selection of menu items (kid's menu available), with well staffed service. For greater savings they offer Entertainment Coupon discounts. A large room with good views is available for private functions. From the dining areas there is access to a balcony to further enjoy the views and is great for photos. Onsite surface parking.#letsguide read less - 8/09/2019
Keith Sheldon Wonderful food, exceptional view. - 8/09/2019
Paul Lamb I took my girlfriend here for a special occasion and she was very impressed. The view is spectacular the service... read moreI took my girlfriend here for a special occasion and she was very impressed. The view is spectacular the service is Five Star All The Way. If you want to impress your significant other try this place out. read less - 8/09/2019
Jenny B Y Choy Nice dinning room. - 8/09/2019
michael wilson superb setting. you must try the rack of lamb . its to die for mmmmmmmm - 8/09/2019
Lily Ki the view was lovely ! It was good experience but food were not so good - 8/09/2019
Steve Barclay A timeless Vancouver restaurant. Not to be missed. - 8/09/2019
Keith Sheldon Great food, outstanding views. - 8/09/2019
Mohammed Hari I highly recommend this restaurant. I took my wife here for our ten year anniversary. We loved it and we... read moreI highly recommend this restaurant. I took my wife here for our ten year anniversary. We loved it and we were very well looked after. The entire staff were exceptional . read less - 8/09/2019
Erich Saide Love this place!! - 8/09/2019
大威德David Taste is great and service is great - 8/09/2019
Corrina Tinsley Excellent service, but had to wait for a table when we had a reservation. Food was delicious and worth... read moreExcellent service, but had to wait for a table when we had a reservation. Food was delicious and worth the wait. read less - 8/09/2019
Punchita Annie Delicious seafood, friendly staff, go during sunset. - 8/09/2019
Prettech Canada With breath taking views of the City of Vancouver and the inlet . The salmon house has amazing cocktails &... read moreWith breath taking views of the City of Vancouver and the inlet . The salmon house has amazing cocktails & some of the best seafood this province has to offer. Make no mistake about it this is a world class delight. read less - 8/09/2019
Helmuth Klassen Food, view and service were all fantastic! I highly recommend the Salmon house especially for a romantic evening out. - 8/09/2019
KS Choi Good place - 8/09/2019
Erika Quee The food is amazing. View by the window is also pretty amazing. Top notch service. Would highly recommend this restaurant. - 8/09/2019
Parvin Hooshi Beautiful view and delicious sea food - 8/09/2019
Wanyi Wong Came here for Dine Out 2019. Great food as always. - 8/09/2019
Chris Luehmann Salmon house is a West Vancouver establishment. If you enjoy seafood and especially salmon, this is your restaurant! Breathtaking views... read moreSalmon house is a West Vancouver establishment. If you enjoy seafood and especially salmon, this is your restaurant! Breathtaking views of the city will wow your guests (or date). Make resos and ask to sit by the window. If its cloudy, your view may be limited. The food is fantastic. They also offer Sunday brunch. They also offer non-seafood dishes if you arent into fish. read less - 8/09/2019
E Z The senior waitress is very polite but her memory is not fully employed. - 8/09/2019
Geoffrey McAllister Fab food! - 8/09/2019
Garnet Ryder Wonderful dinner with a spectacular view. I'm looking forward to trying their Brunch sometime. - 8/09/2019
Marco Miguel The in-house smoked salmon was superb! Great wine selection and perfect service. - 8/09/2019
Madeline Hendricks-Clark-LaJoie Knowledgeable, friendly waiters; exceptional wines available for pairings. The food is unlike anywhere else - but the desserts are what... read moreKnowledgeable, friendly waiters; exceptional wines available for pairings. The food is unlike anywhere else - but the desserts are what I love about this place. Ice cream and gelato made in house paired with new creations every season! read less - 8/09/2019
Max Kim Awesome! !! - 8/09/2019
Sandra Jewitt I hadn't been to the Salmon House in years. The view was lovely as always, even though we didn't have... read moreI hadn't been to the Salmon House in years. The view was lovely as always, even though we didn't have window seats. The food was very good and my salmon portion was generous. My only quibble was that the salmon didn't have a strong grilled flavour I was hoping for. Also, service was top notch at a busy time. The driveway is really hard to spot. It could use lights on both sides. read less - 8/09/2019
Stuart Olley Great place. Food was fresh and tasty. Service was super and that view...... - 8/09/2019
Dulce Lopez one of the best views in the city. Beautiful place. I'm a foodie and the mashed potato was my hit... read moreone of the best views in the city. Beautiful place. I'm a foodie and the mashed potato was my hit (and I'm not a big fan of potato!). Everything was incredibly delicious and the service impecable. read less - 8/09/2019
Niko Manoussakis I asked my wife to marry me here not to long ago , what a great experience, the staff... read moreI asked my wife to marry me here not to long ago , what a great experience, the staff was amazing they catered to all my needs as they made our night very memorable , the food was wonderful and the view stunning. Great time thank you . read less - 8/09/2019
Kelly Truong Great service! Great view! Fantastic food! I had the sable fish and it was done to perfection! Highly recommend this restaurant. - 8/09/2019
Steve Barclay They are extra nice to my mom. - 8/09/2019
James H Great views, friendly staff. Nice brunch, prices OK in US money. - 8/09/2019
Glen Golberg This is our most favorite restaurant on Vancouver. Wonderful view and great food! - 8/09/2019
amywaikamsun amywaikamsun Good - 8/09/2019
Mateo Delguidice I absolutely love this establishment! First off the Salmon House is aesthetically beautiful with an amazing view. Getting a window... read moreI absolutely love this establishment! First off the Salmon House is aesthetically beautiful with an amazing view. Getting a window seat here is something truly to behold. The menu is absolutely top notch but is predominantly seafood based (in case you didn't get that from the name). There are quality non-seafood options as well. However they are limited. Everything from the appetizers, mains, & desserts are all top level. The wine list is very deep and high end. The service was fantastic and on point. Now...the Salmon house is NOT for those whose wallet is faint of heart. This is fine dining to it's core so expect an average price of about $80 to $100 per head by the end of the night. The Salmon House is definitely one of Vancouver's elite fine dining experiences. read less - 8/09/2019
Gooby The food was delicious and the service was on point. I recommend getting the seafood tower 👌 - 8/09/2019
Thomas Tricarico Hade a wonderful evening at the Salmon House for a 50th Anniversary party...including a delicious dinner. My Mrs had the... read moreHade a wonderful evening at the Salmon House for a 50th Anniversary party...including a delicious dinner. My Mrs had the Alder Grilled NY steak, medium and I had the Alder grilled Wild Salmon. Both were delicious and followed by their Apple Tatin. The views pver to the city are quite lovely. A great restaurant, great service and very popular. Worth the visit. read less - 8/09/2019
Rachel Tison Great view, came early with a family of 4. Dinner was delicious, excellent service, family friendly. The peach... read moreGreat view, came early with a family of 4. Dinner was delicious, excellent service, family friendly. The peach sauce on the salmon trio was unique and amazing. read less - 8/09/2019
Elise C Great food, great view, great service! - 8/09/2019
Peter Jokan Visited this place second time within relative short period and I never disappointed with the quality of the service. If... read moreVisited this place second time within relative short period and I never disappointed with the quality of the service. If you want to experience real West Coast culinary this is the place to be. The selection of the menu is carefully handpicked and well put together, kudos for the chef. You can start with some local wines and the appetizer are just as good as the main course. The service is excellent, prompt and polite. The restaurant is very quiet, perfect for date. Price is not cheap but for that you get a superb service in a very elegant and classic environment. The view from the tables is spectacular, basically you can see the whole Lower Mainland right from your table. There is plenty parking spots are available so you do not have to worry about that. The restaurant very close to the highway providing easy access for every direction. Reservation is easy since you can do it online but you can call them directly. Highly recommended restaurant if you want to impress someone or if you want to represent traditional West Coast food. Can't wait to my next visit. read less - 8/09/2019
Clémont Li View is priceless. Decent food - 8/09/2019
Hilary Matts Beautiful view, reliable food. - 8/09/2019
Rachel Loerch Delicious food, amazing view, and wonderful staff. It was quite expensive. - 8/09/2019
Tony Tango Busy, make a reservation. Food is good but very expensive. - 8/09/2019
Clement Li Great food and view. Pricey but the view is priceless. - 8/09/2019
AcceptLocal Software Great view and food - 8/09/2019
Antonio Simoes Nice place. Busy. Reserve a table. Expensive. Good food but very little of it. - 8/09/2019
Susan Greenlay Smaller portions but great service - 8/09/2019
Lee Cohene Always a good meal with a great view. - 8/09/2019
Alexandre Oliveira Great food, awesome service. The salmon (kids meal) was great, my kid loved it! - 8/09/2019
Tim McDougall Great service...the best view - 8/09/2019
P Rosa Food excellent. Service impeccable. Dessert, maple walnut tart was to die for. Overall excellent. Merry Christmas - 8/09/2019
KI HYUN SONG Seafood tower is recommended - 8/09/2019
Wayne Tang Best bunch ever - 8/09/2019
Ken Whipple Great views. Wonderful serving staff. Standard upscale food, although a little expensive for the quality. The salmon trio is a... read moreGreat views. Wonderful serving staff. Standard upscale food, although a little expensive for the quality. The salmon trio is a great delicious way to compare different varieties of salmon. The risotto needed salt or to be cooked in broth, or to have the shellfish mixed in. Awesome fun and creative desserts! Unfortunately, like so many nice places in the Northwest, the clientele wears everything from suits and dresses to shorts and t-shirts, so it is not a solid date night if you are trying to impress someone! read less - 8/09/2019
Polly Oh Good food, excellent service, amazing view! - 8/09/2019
Arin Ringwald Little pricey, "gourmet" portions, ridiculous view, overly helpful staff. Great for a fancy occasion - 8/09/2019
Marcus Bellot Very nice location. Service very good. - 8/09/2019
Jose Del Campo Lovely atmosphere friendly staff excellent food - 8/09/2019
Christine Butler Absolutely beautiful restaurant. Lovely ambiance allowing diners conversation. Great food and service.The view is amazing 🙂 - 8/09/2019
Claudia Hammerstein 5 Sterne für Ambiente und spektakulären Ausblick auf Vancouver, leider war keines unserer 3 verschiedenen Lachs Gerichte richtig grandios. - 8/09/2019
Andrew Krygsveld Great food and views can't go wrong. - 8/09/2019
Nadine Gibb Always a crowd pleaser ... great place to bring out of town guests - 8/09/2019
Rainier Rademan Delicious food and great service. - 8/09/2019
Lori Vanhaga Salmon House on the Hill is a fine dining experience so is on the higher end for cost but it's... read moreSalmon House on the Hill is a fine dining experience so is on the higher end for cost but it's worth it.The servers are excellent, the view is amazing and the food is absolutely delicious! My only 'pet peeve' is that, at the price of the wine and food, if you want bread, they charge you for a small basket of it. My family and I feel that it should come free with the meal. read less - 8/09/2019
zoe cowell I treated my mother to dinner here when she came to visit,she enjoyed the salmon and especially liked some ginger... read moreI treated my mother to dinner here when she came to visit,she enjoyed the salmon and especially liked some ginger wine she tried (mum passed in 2016)am grateful she got to enjoy many visits and nice trips to CanadaRIP mum 😃 read less - 8/09/2019
Gord McCormack Sunday brunch was quiet, tasty and the service was perfect. - 8/09/2019
Ruby Ng Love the environment and the view! - 8/09/2019
Jorge Parraga Excelente vista y mejor el menú - 8/09/2019
Gio Zera Awesome view, great food and service! - 8/09/2019
Bryce Gilhooly The Sable fish, unreal. Service, amazing. Views, stunning. - 8/09/2019
Sasha K. This is one of the most classic old school restaurants that Vancouver has to offer with it's idyllic views of... read moreThis is one of the most classic old school restaurants that Vancouver has to offer with it's idyllic views of the beautiful city as this restaurant sits on top a hill (hence the name).
They have old school charm and values that they take very seriously and show this through their extraordinary customer service. Every employee wears very professional black and white ensembles and wait on you like your the queen of the house on the hill. From coat check, to friendly and lightning speed service.
Their food also includes quite classic flavours and may not be super exciting for foodies but its flavours that are familiar and a great place to go as a big family. The portions are decent sized and presented beautifully.
Now on to my favorited... could you go to a place with the word salmon in it and not indulge??? I don't think so...we'll not for me at least. The salmon butter that comes with the bread adds a nice smoky creamy note. Trios are my faves as I get to try foods prepared different ways and guess what it is? You guessed right...salmon! Candied, gravlax and smoked...mmmmmm; candied is just melt in your mouth amazing! Now on to the entrees I love variety so I go with another type of trio except this one has three different types of salmon instead of being prepared differently; coho, sockeye and chinook with sockeye being my favourite.
Now if you're looking for something other than salmon I'd go with the creamy seafood risotto or lobster gnocchi. I'm sure that the meats are great but as a rule of thumb I always tend to go for what the restaurants specialize in. Enjoy the views, family time and great food with phenomenal service. read less - 7/16/2019
Jiang G. You can eat delicious salmon with great ocean view. Don't forget order some BC white wine. I prefer the desert... read moreYou can eat delicious salmon with great ocean view. Don't forget order some BC white wine. I prefer the desert and each of them are sooooo tasty to try nest time. read less - 6/10/2019Jeff H. My wife and I have been here a few times and it just doesn't disappoint!
The view and service are exceptional!
This... read moreMy wife and I have been here a few times and it just doesn't disappoint!
The view and service are exceptional!
This last time visiting, I had the rack of lamb cooked perfectly!...in fact everything was fantastic....except the calamari. Rats why not 5 stars.
It was heavy battered, seemed overdone and not a lot of squid. Surprised me as I thought seafood was a specialty. I won't order that again but will go back for sure!! read less - 5/30/2019
Leonard_vd_Heyden Great seafood restaurant close to Vancouver's downtown On a recent visit to Vancouver with my daughter and family, I was treated to dinner at the Salmon House.... read moreOn a recent visit to Vancouver with my daughter and family, I was treated to dinner at the Salmon House. Superb treat. Great ambience overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Vancouver's Lion Gates Bridge. Excellent seafood and extensive accompanying wine list. Professional and courteous service. Enjoyed by all ... from age 15 to 76. read less - 5/09/2019
Ralph M Good food and ambience. Good food and service. Wild salmon dishes. Lovely atmosphere with good architecture and west coast native art. - 5/07/2019
Edward B I must to visit This restaurant don't serve you very good food it has als the best view over vancouver
When we visit vancouver we... read moreThis restaurant don't serve you very good food it has als the best view over vancouver
When we visit vancouver we always go there for dinner read less - 5/07/2019
Mary671 Check your bill . The food was good, waitress attentive, but we got bill not from our table. from table next to us. Eat... read moreThe food was good, waitress attentive, but we got bill not from our table. from table next to us. Eat raw oysters always dangerous . My daughter got problem read less - 5/07/2019
Liina N. We've been to this restaurant a few times and tried their seafood platter as well as other seafood dishes.... read moreWe've been to this restaurant a few times and tried their seafood platter as well as other seafood dishes. Great food, wonderful service. The view is spectacular. Highly recommended. read less - 12/27/2018
Kelly B. We booked a table to watch the Honda Celebration of Light Fireworks, and everything about this evening was fantastic. When... read moreWe booked a table to watch the Honda Celebration of Light Fireworks, and everything about this evening was fantastic. When we arrived, a table near the windows was not yet available, but the staff was so kind and accommodating, they seated us nearby so that we could start with drinks and appetizers.
As soon as a window table was available they re-seated us, and we had a spectacular view of the water and the fireworks. I started with a selection of fresh oysters - they were fresh, cold and delicious.
On to the main event - the whole Dungeness crab. It was delicious and perfectly steamed. I tackled that like a boss! But it left me with no room for dessert, just wine. 😉 read less - 12/07/2018
Anna E. What a great experience here. It's too bad we couldn't see the view so we'll have to come back for... read moreWhat a great experience here. It's too bad we couldn't see the view so we'll have to come back for brunch. The food was AMAZING, the portions were big and the service was fast. It is a bit pricey but it is worth what you pay for. We had a bunch of appetizers to share: the crab napoleon, the salmon carpaccio and the chorizo stuffed calamari. While all 3 were good, the calamari was a surprise hit.
One of the girls had the salmon trio which was a good mix of flavor. Another had the sablefish which was very very good. I had the lobster gnocchi which I really had to finish coz it was so good.
We definitely plan to come back in the New Year. read less - 12/02/2018
Gayan P. The restaurant decor has an undying classical elegance, that combines First-Nations art, and wood. At the entrance stands their wine... read moreThe restaurant decor has an undying classical elegance, that combines First-Nations art, and wood. At the entrance stands their wine showcase that splits the space into their window-wrapped dining room and lounge area. The lounge has live entertainment on some days and can be booked for special occasions. The seating layout is designed to give everyone a a view out of the windows. There isn't really a bad seat in the house.
Sometimes restaurants that are known for their view, sacrifice on the quality of food and service. At Salmon House the experience is a 100% from start to finish. Everyone is warm and welcoming. From the hostess, to the servers, to the busser, you receive nothing but top quality, professional attention and care.
The seafood cannot go without being mentioned either. The food tastes great! read less - 10/21/2018
Tyler C. The view !
West Vancouver deserves, and demands a place like this.
The view is amazing!
The service terrific!!!
And the food was good!
No... read moreThe view !
West Vancouver deserves, and demands a place like this.
The view is amazing!
The service terrific!!!
And the food was good!
No need to go into town if here, and worth the trip out to see the city from this vantage point. read less - 10/19/2018
Josephine W. A great place with a view of the Vancouver skyline. We arrived around 6:30pm and were seated quickly. Service was... read moreA great place with a view of the Vancouver skyline. We arrived around 6:30pm and were seated quickly. Service was good and attentive and we didn't have to wait long or the appetizers and entrees to come out. I had the fresh oysters and stuffed calamari as appetizers. Oysters were fresh and came with a lovely minionette sauce. The calamari was stuffed with wild rice. My Haida Gwaii sablefish entree was rich in flavour and a good portion size. I couldn't finish it as it came in three small filet pieces. Nicely smoked on alderwood for a unique flavour. Was too full to try the desserts! read less - 9/26/2018
Rickey Lynn G. Companion and I arrived for dinner @7:30 and were seated immediately at Table #1 at the glass windows in front.... read moreCompanion and I arrived for dinner @7:30 and were seated immediately at Table #1 at the glass windows in front. Our bus person arrived quickly and provided glasses of water with ice. Our waiter arrived a bit later.
I started with a Caesar salad which contained fried capers, grana padano cheese, a nice dressing and very crispy bread rounds. Companion had spring rolls which were nicely cooked to a golden brown, but the dipping sauce seemed a bit odd . It contained a lot of chopped chilies and had an odd flavor instead of the usual sweet chili that is usually served.
For the main course, I had smoked sable fish. It was served with roasted Jerusalem artichokes, baby squash, baby carrots, all of which were perfectly cooked. In particular the Jerusalem artichokes were beautifully roasted. The dish had nice flavor and a good sauce. Companion ordered a Salmon trio consisting of Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho. It was served with baby carrots, baby squash, slices of pepper, and small cut potatoes. Of interest is that each type of salmon was seasoned with a different seasoning and was served over a maple glaze.
My dessert was problematic. It was described as being a green tea Panna Cota with Chantilly Cream, Matcha green tea, and fresh berries. Most of the dish was not as described on the menu. The "Panna Cota" was nothing like any Panna Cota I have ever had. It had an odd texture, and had a lack of Matcha flavor. The Chantilly Cream was nicely created, but the berries, while pretty, were so thinly sliced as to contribute no flavor to the creation, though visually, they were very nice. The cut up blackberries were disturbingly ugly and took away from the harmony of the dish. Topping the dish was a bent tuille, which had nice flavor, but did not have the crispness that a tuille should have. Companion had a Maple Walnut Tart with Caramel and Walnut gelato, topped with spun sugar, walnuts and a sliced strawberry. Companion enjoyed the dessert.
Cudo's to our bus person for excellent service. Cudo's also to the chef who cooked the fish to perfection.
Dings for the salad being cut into too large pieces to be easily eaten.
Dings for the waiter who took almost 15 minutes for our check.
Dings for no toilet paper in the ladies room.
4 stars for excellent fish, and great table busser. read less - 8/11/2018
Diana Ju Fantastic view and delicious food with kind service. Lovely place - 8/09/2018
Casey Chan Went for dine out.Excellent. Great view. Food and service top notch even for Vancouver standards. Great attention to detail, cozy... read moreWent for dine out.Excellent. Great view. Food and service top notch even for Vancouver standards. Great attention to detail, cozy atmosphere for special occasions. Would be back to try regular menu .Recommended. read less - 8/09/2018
Trev Gerelus Wonderful experience - 8/09/2018
Melody Lee Amazing view of Vancouver from the dining room. Great seafood and friendly staffs. - 8/09/2018
Terry Greatsly Best place for fish and best view in Vancouver. If you are price insensitive, this is THE restaurant for... read moreBest place for fish and best view in Vancouver. If you are price insensitive, this is THE restaurant for you. If $40 for an entree isn't your thing, then skip this place. I love this place for special occasions and on clear days where you get amazing views of Vancouver. Food ranks up there with the best upscale places. Food is consistently great. The service is also very good. Really, the only problem is the price. That's the reason I can't give it five stars. If someone else pays, I'd give it a five! Decor is a tad dated but still very clean, it's a traditional "West Coast" style that typifies Vancouver and its region. read less - 8/09/2018
Andrew Davidson The food and atmosphere was absolutely amazing with amazing views. The food had astonishing flavors with beautiful presentation and friendly... read moreThe food and atmosphere was absolutely amazing with amazing views. The food had astonishing flavors with beautiful presentation and friendly staff. Fancy place with views of the city, highly recommend for special occasions. Very very tasty eats read less - 8/09/2018
Nick K Great food and service... View is good too - 8/09/2018
Ray Gee Wonderful view. Every table has a view of the city as it is a tiered setup. Food is fantastic. Hard... read moreWonderful view. Every table has a view of the city as it is a tiered setup. Food is fantastic. Hard to choose what to eat! Recommend anything lobster. For dessert the one with apple crumble is to die for! And if they have it, the passionfruit sorbet wonderfully comments the dark chocolate macaroons. Hard to get a reservation on special days like Valentine's. But worth the money. Service is good as well. read less - 8/09/2018
Peter Renke Consistently great food and service. A warm and inviting restaurant with the best views around! - 8/09/2018
Peter Couch Great views, decent food - 8/09/2018
Joel Kaplan The view. The food. The service. All great. - 8/09/2018
Phil Lam Great place for the view. Excellent food and service. - 8/09/2018
Eunice Young Eun Um Had a birthday dinner here with my friends recently and really enjoyed the experience! Service was very very good and... read moreHad a birthday dinner here with my friends recently and really enjoyed the experience! Service was very very good and so was the food! I had a chance to get the dine out course and everything was just really delicious. It was raining so the view wasn’t too good but I think it will be amazing if its sunny out. Definitely a good experience, thank you! read less - 8/09/2018
Silvio Clalüna ...sieht super aus, sehr gediegen, ich geh aber nicht rein weil man nicht draussen essen kann :-(... Schade..! - 8/09/2018
Snow Cougar So many good aspects to this place but a couple of disappointments. Great view, we had a window table which... read moreSo many good aspects to this place but a couple of disappointments. Great view, we had a window table which was special for our friend's 70th birthday. Easy parking. The seafood chowder was very tasty but broth was a little thin. Wonderful caesar and greens salad. Crab Napolean tasty. Everything well presented. The mussels were a disappointment. I prefer my muscles in a wine and garlic sauce but they were served in a sauce that tasted like barbeque sauce. Altho the presentation was lovely, some of the mussels at the top were cool as they are totally out of the sauce. When I commented on the sauce we were informed by the waitress we could have ordered a wine and garlic sauce, but you have to ask for it. How do clients know this? For a high end restaurant, especially given the prices, the service from our waitress was disappointing. First she spilled water on the table and only wiped up a small amt of it. The bus girl cleaned it up when asked. Second, when we asked about the mussel sauce her response was we could have asked for the wine sauce. Why coyldnt she ask which we preferred... her response was she is not allowed to tell customers there is a different sauce!! As it was a special birthday I thought they would at least have some little dessert with a candle.... When this didnt happen we asked for the bill.Your saviour. Ami was asked to speak to us about the sauce. She was kind, friendly and very professional. She listened, apologized and said she would speak to the chef about adding the choice to the menu.Then she gave my friends a top up on their wine. And she brought a small dessert with a candle for my friend. By this time our waitress was totally ignoring us... Ami came and settled the bill with us. Ami saved the day for our experience at your restaurant.She was incredible!! read less - 8/09/2018
Richard Greenway An excellent venue for a meal, or location to contact for a large event. - 8/09/2018
HIROKO TAKI Meal is good,Dessert is perfect. Service is excellent. - 8/09/2018
Derek Ma Great view and good food - 8/09/2018
L Wu Very kool! - 8/09/2018
Sherry Woolley So good! We lucked out with the view since the rain stopped and we were there for Dine Out Vancouver... read moreSo good! We lucked out with the view since the rain stopped and we were there for Dine Out Vancouver which is nice also. Their 3 course menu is varied and we had the crab cake with tempura prawns and a little salad as appetizer, beef medallions with halved fingerling potatoes and julienned veg with a delicious reduction, and then the fabulous chocolate cheesecake. It was a superbly prepared, presented and tasting meal! read less - 8/09/2018
