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YEW restaurant + bar
YEW restaurant + bar - a dramatic restaurant with an open, interactive kitchen, features the freshest seafood the west coast has to offer. Executive Chef Ned Bell and the YEW team support a "Farm to Table" philosophy, sourcing ingredients from our local oceans, rivers and farms. Enjoy cocktails in front of the fireplace or at our intimate cocktail bar.
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267 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 267 reviews
5 stars
(103)
4 stars
(128)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(140)
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- notable wine list(94)
- good for groups(83)
- romantic(70)
- great for lunch(64)
YEW restaurant + bar Reviews List
Review 1 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great vegan options
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/21/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My partner is a fairly new vegan/vegetarian and we're always on the lookout for great restaurants where we can both get a meal we like. He had the veggies tacos and the cashew pasta - he loved them both. The pasta sauce was creamy, rich and included mushrooms. You can only find this option on the vegan menu (you need to ask for it) - it's so good that even if one wasn't a vegan it would still be a winner. I had the tuna salad, essentially a salad nicoise, which was also really good. I don't know what they do to the egg but it was perfect. The service was impeccable and the decor reminded me of the restaurants in NY - spacious, high ceilings. We enjoyed it very much and will be back."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 2 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous Brunch: great food, great service, and half-price champagne- what more could you ask for."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 3 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot prawns
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went for lunch with a friend to sample spot prawns. Unfortunately they weren't available on the lunch menu (note to self - check menu beforehand). However our server went the extra mile and checked if the kitchen could substitute one of the items on the menu. Success! Instead of salmon with kale we enjoyed spot prawns with kale.
Nice touch is wine list on iPad. Tantalus Riesling worked perfectly with the meal."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 4 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
3 spot prawns & 2 scallops
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For & $25.......just one more prawn , please ?"
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 5 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dinner on Mother's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food at Yew. Love the kid's menu and the fruit plate before dinner!
Missing cutlery on the table was a turn-off for a high-class restaurant."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
only complaint
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I would have rated the food five star except the prawns were terrible. We had the four so I tried two just to be sure.
They were soft and chalky. We eat prawns frequently both at home and out so I feel I do know what they should taste like."
They were soft and chalky. We eat prawns frequently both at home and out so I feel I do know what they should taste like."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, late-night find, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Kids did gr8 w/twix n colors provided. My first time seeing the twisty craylo crayons.
Hostess inadvertently thought I was with the couple behind us. I wasn't too pleased cos it almost felt as tho she had ignored me n started serving 'em.
Dressing for my Cobster's a bit too acidic 4 me, but might just be my own personal taste. Tho, I did have to share all my avocado w/ my girl. Perhaps would've tasted better if I had avocado w/the butter lettuce. Decent piece of lobster I must say.
The kid's pasta with alfredo sauce was delish, not too crazy bout the pizza dough. Love all the added fruit appy n dessert. Chocolate warm cake's PERFECT. Complimentary donuts were soso. Try Outpost mini donuts in Steveston and u'll know why."
Hostess inadvertently thought I was with the couple behind us. I wasn't too pleased cos it almost felt as tho she had ignored me n started serving 'em.
Dressing for my Cobster's a bit too acidic 4 me, but might just be my own personal taste. Tho, I did have to share all my avocado w/ my girl. Perhaps would've tasted better if I had avocado w/the butter lettuce. Decent piece of lobster I must say.
The kid's pasta with alfredo sauce was delish, not too crazy bout the pizza dough. Love all the added fruit appy n dessert. Chocolate warm cake's PERFECT. Complimentary donuts were soso. Try Outpost mini donuts in Steveston and u'll know why."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
name tags
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Please please let your servers wear name tags. When they don't wear them and I can't address them by name I feel like I am treating them like faceless nameless unimportant serfs."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"great food selection, surpass by the service"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed brunch. Able to pick starter, main course and dessert . My husband enjoyed the tuna Niçoise salad and I the shrimp Benedict with brown butter hollandaise. So tasty. Dessert was the best. Chocolate for me and apple tart with cheddar ice cream for him. Large portions lots to share. Enjoyed the Sunday 1/2 price bottle of Quails Gate Gewürztraminer with our meal . Will go back for another occasion"
Dined on 28/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second time there, and not
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time there, and not disappointed. Possibly the best West Coast restaurant in the city. Unpretentious, and simply delicious."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was my wifes Birthday,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my wifes Birthday, and since we were already staying at the Four Seasons this restaurant fit all of our expectations. Excellent food and service along with a well defined wine list. We will be back very soon to enjoy the excellent choices of seafood.
Sincerely
Vic and Cheryl"
Dined on 27/04/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic seafood and great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic seafood and great wine list! Brittany, Taylor and our server were all too notch!"
Dined on 24/04/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my favorites restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my favorites restaurant in Vancouver, great food and service."
Dined on 21/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been a couple of times
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been a couple of times and the service had been better so it was the guy I had this time around that made it not as good. oh well, you win some, you lose some."
Dined on 18/04/2013
2005
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Review 16 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was great but the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was great but the food was disappointing. Not what I expected from a restaurant of that caliber."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 17 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Clam soup needs work
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All I had was the Manhattan clam chowder which had a total of 4 clams in my serving. The soup was really a tomato soup with some potatoes. I would suggest a rethink of the recipe.The scones in the bread basket were good; light and full of flavour.Unfortunately, I'm hesitant to try anything on the menu again as the soup was just not up to tankard."
Dined on 16/04/2013
2007
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Review 18 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was very attentive.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the extras. The chocolate and the power cookies were both a big treat."
Dined on 12/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 19 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
yew restaurant! outstanding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"when we arrived to yew we were greeted with very friendly staff. they deposed us and sat us in the wine room which made the evening quite special. the service was excellent and the food was outstanding!"
Dined on 16/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 20 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed a very good meal with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed a very good meal with excellent service during a recent business trip to Vancouver. Our waiter recommended an excellent wine to go with our seafood (pasta with crab). The dessert presentation was fabulous and the choice went well with the after-dinner Port we ordered."
Dined on 12/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious with innovative touches and the service was friendly and efficient. The ambiance was typical of hotel dining rooms and with no exterior windows you felt you could have been just about any where."
Dined on 10/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 22 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Typical open kitchen, high
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Typical open kitchen, high ceiling bar , restaurant combo found in hotels. Made more comfortable by a divider, fireplace , between bar and restaurant but still noisy..
Dishes unique and excellent, some never seen before. Good service. This was our first visit and we were very pleased with the choice. We will return."
Dishes unique and excellent, some never seen before. Good service. This was our first visit and we were very pleased with the choice. We will return."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 23 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good but the seafood chowder...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had the seafood paella which is my favourite, my mom had the halibut which was good as well. The bread is very tasty, you could have a smoked salmon or herb flavour Did not like the seafood chowder, it was....underwhelming to say the least. Also had the lobster poutine and lobster mash as sides. The lobster poutine was not that great, but the lobster mash was absolutely delicious. We were given chocolate and cookies to take away which was a nice touch."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
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Review 24 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Pear-fect Evening.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was really good foodwise. We went on a day when they had lobster infused everything. Though I'm not the biggest seafood person, I enjoyed every dish in our 4 course pre-planned menu. I even got a recommendation from the bartender for an excellent Pear martini, which i'm pretty sure is the best I've had. The drink was titled 'Pear-fect Day', to which summaries the evening quite well.
They were doing a special Earth Day type thing where they weren't running any electric lights so there were thousands of candles lit. Made for quite a unique and memorable experience.
Would definitely visit again while in Vancouver, BC."
Would definitely visit again while in Vancouver, BC."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food at Yew is delicious,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Yew is delicious, especially the tacos which should not to be missed. I find most of the appetizer dishes are excellent, more so than the entrees. I love the extras that come with every dinner at Yew - the bread/biscuits are really yummy and you're given complimentary breakfast cookies made in-house (and they're big!) and high-quality dark chocolates with your bill. These small details make a huge difference to the overall dining experience."
Dined on 27/03/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 26 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sunday is always best with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sunday is always best with half price wine bottles, especially given their notable wine list."
Dined on 10/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 27 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything is good. I'm enjoyed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything is good. I'm enjoyed it. :)"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 28 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best restaurants in YVR
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yew is simply one of the best restaurants in Vancouver! Seafood lovers will not be disappointed by the menu. Service was attentive and friendly. Wine list is quite comprehensive although I wish they had a sommelier to guide me through my wine choices. Overall it's an unforgettable night and we will for sure come back for our future special occassions!"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent fine dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My favourite Vancouver restaurant for lunch, for high-end dining. Their crab tacos (appetizer) and sablefish (main) are fantastic. The Cobster salad with lobster is delicious, but a bit pricy at $38. They also have a vegan menu; the only dish I've tried off it is a mushroom cashew pasta, which was delicious. I wish they would bring back the lobster roll appetizer from their old menu. Recommend making reservations."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 30 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time at Yew restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time at Yew restaurant on friday night. Great atmosphere, great food. Our server David was excellent. Met Chef Ned Bell. Would go there again for sure."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The fish was fresh, and the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The fish was fresh, and the flavor combos interesting and fun - but the food was ultimately not worth the price point. The apple salad had little taste; the sauces/accompaniment to the raw tuna were tasty and creative, but completely overpowered the tuna itself. The steelhead was fresh, and the artichokes and tomatoes were a perfect accompaniment, but the dish was over-salted. We had a good time, and enjoyed our food - but I expect better for the cost."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
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Review 32 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
YEW exceeded our expectations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"YEW exceeded our expectations on every level. My husband and I were in the city for a special birthday getaway, and our whole experience, including our stay at the Four Seasons, was outstanding. The service in the restaurant was perfect, and the food was better than anything we've ever eaten. We tasted flavors in our dishes that were brand new and exciting. I can't say enough good things about YEW restaurant or the Four Seasons. We've agreed that we would like to return to the city once a year, just to come back."
Dined on 26/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All in all an enjoyable experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"All in all an enjoyable experience. Our waitress was attentive, pleasant and helpful. The food was first class and the wine list extensive. The only downside really was the noise from the bar area which verged on the unattractively loud. Vancouver at play I suppose. All of us would definitely return."
Dined on 26/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 34 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service and food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Murray was exceptional in making our evening very memorable. His friendly, professional and down to earth personality added to our fun night out.
He had great recommendations on the desserts and described them spot on. The Yew staff worked as a team to make it a great customer experience."
He had great recommendations on the desserts and described them spot on. The Yew staff worked as a team to make it a great customer experience."
Dined on 24/03/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we used the Travelzoo local
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we used the Travelzoo local deal and had a great meal. The lobster and bacon risotto was great, the lobster main dish was good, but not outstanding. I had the brulee duo for dessert and enjoyed it. Our server was fantastic. Very friendly and attentive, but not hovering. Good recommendations on the wine and menu.
as the evening progressed, the music did get louder, making it harder to talk.
I'd go back for a special occasion."
Dined on 24/03/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Dinner in Vancouver
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"YEW has THE BEST dinner service in town! The food, the staff, the service, the menus, the decor, the ambiance...everything is done so perfectly! The little "extras" make the difference here, from their freshly baked warm thyme and sea salt biscuits to the handmade chocolates and "power" cookies that come complimentary at the end of the meal. Their prices are very reasonable for the outstanding quality of food. YEW is always my first choice when looking for a dinner spot."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went out to a restaurant called
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went out to a restaurant called Yew, it was absolutely amazing. we started with a bottle of rose from aix and a shrimp and duck starter. the plate had two sauces on it a robust red tomato sauce next to one of the most creamy sauces i have had in a long while. pairing the two made the duck and shrimp pairing so interesting. then we three split the seafood tower. absolutely amazing. on the tower were raw oysters, a crab salad, a salmon pilaf, salmon prepared indian style, caviar, and scallops."
Dined on 17/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good.
The hostesses was lovely.
The bartender could have been a little bit more friendly.
I would go back."
The hostesses was lovely.
The bartender could have been a little bit more friendly.
I would go back."
Dined on 20/03/2013
2007
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Review 39 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The server forgot to serve us bread -_-*"
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 40 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good but could do better
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a really good time at Yew, for a joint birthday. When our waiter found out that it was a birthday occasion, he brought many extras on the house - this was totally unexpected and a really nice touch. Service as a whole was absolutely fantastic.
The food was very good although I would say slightly inconsistent: my starter lacked seasoning (I had to add salt, which I never usually do) however the appetizer was too salty. My dessert we totally underwhelming to the point I wished I hadn't order it.
Altogether though it was very good food, fresh, and well prepared. Other people (4 of us in total) in our group definitely enjoyed it too.
Would go back again, in the hope the glitches were a one off."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food and an amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing food and an amazing wine list"
Dined on 17/03/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 42 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the Sunday brunch at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the Sunday brunch at Yew. The ordinary brunch fare is anything but ordinary. The warm little sugar donuts were perfect as an "amuse bouche". Couldn't get enough of the the lemon pancakes or the French toast with a twist. The chowder was generous in portion and very flavorful. My teenage son couldn't get over the size of the angus beef burger and said it was the best burger he has had in recent memory. The tuna nicoise salad was great - the boiled egg that came with it was done to perfection - don't normally rave about boiled eggs, but this was that good! My husband found the "steak and eggs" a little salty for his taste but thought it good overall. The desserts were a real treat, esp the decadent red velvet cake."
Dined on 17/03/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 43 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good for vegans. Back is quiet,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good for vegans. Back is quiet, which is what we like."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 44 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is our second time at
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is our second time at Yew. The first time was outstanding in all aspects. This time, the food portions were considerably smaller albiet the flavours were wonderful. We had the Travelzoo lobster menu and the lobster dish was half in size as our first dining experience. The main course looked like an appetizer and we were hungry afterwards. For dessert, we ordered the red velvet cake for 2 and it was big enough to feed 4. However, the flavours were boring and ordinary, contrary to our previous experience with the creme brule and chocolate obsession. Our first visit gave us such as good impression that we wanted to return. The second visit was disappointing as we knew the food could have been better."
Dined on 10/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 45 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Yew restaurant and bar on Sunday. We have been there many times before and kind of knew what to expect. Always great atmosphere, excellent service and delicious food. But this time we were absolutely blown away with the extra mile that Chef Sean ( sorry i forgot the last name :-) went for us. The cooked seafood appetizer for two was absolutely superb!!! IT SHOULD BE ON THE MENU !!!!!
I have tried almost all of the entrees now and most of the appetizers and they are all absolutely mouthwatering.
I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they added the whole vegan menu to the original menu. I would definitely choose something from that menu next time.
I have tried almost all of the entrees now and most of the appetizers and they are all absolutely mouthwatering.
I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they added the whole vegan menu to the original menu. I would definitely choose something from that menu next time.
Thank you for the fabulous experience!!!!"
Dined on 10/03/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 46 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
appetizers were far too small
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"appetizers were far too small for the price! - three scallops or one small pork belly are not enough! - especially when you want to share the appies between 2 people"
Dined on 09/03/2013
2010
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Review 47 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
always watch Ned on Global
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always watch Ned on Global news..he sells the place! Interesting food and just on the verge of being too loud. Difficult to find a quiet restaurant these days"
Dined on 09/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 48 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely time! Delicious food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely time! Delicious food and good service. Celebrating a birthday and a special dessert was given to the birthday lady! Very nice."
Dined on 10/03/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 49 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The seafood platter was delicious
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The seafood platter was delicious and gave a good sampling of Pacific Northwest seafood. Very good value!"
Dined on 09/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for YEW restaurant + bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The goat cheese omelette was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The goat cheese omelette was very heavy and was served with a wilted (some brown pieces) inedible greens. Surely, the quality control was overlooked."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
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