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Lapellah Restaurant
Lapellah Restaurant and Bar is locally owned and offers its diners wood-fired food and artisanal cocktails. We are a farm to table restaurant equipped with a wood fired oven and wood fired grill. For the best experience with a party of 4 or less - you may want to reserve our "Chef's Counter" where you experience cooks in action as they prepare your meal over an open wood fire. We also have a one of-a-kind communal table that seats up to 20 in our bar if you have a lot of friends.
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74 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 74 reviews
5 stars
(33)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(41)
- vibrant bar scene(28)
- special occasion(24)
- neighborhood gem(23)
- notable wine list(22)
- good for groups(19)
Lapellah Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perhaps the only very good restaurant where happy hour is observed everywhere in the restaurant and not just in the bar."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yes! to this date night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great venue for date night. Fantastic food with a creative flare. Great desert drinks and deserts."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food & service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is our 'go to' spot when we want something great to eat. It's very reliable that way. Imaginative menu and combination of local ingredients. Pricey and noisy though."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noisy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, good service, but too much noise for comfort. Conversation is difficult without shouting."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in Vancouver!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always the best service, food, creativity in the menu - fabulous!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best steak I have ever had it was a rib eye steak."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 7 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Terrible service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've always enjoyed Lapellah's food and service, but the service on this visit was terrible. We saw our waiter to order and pay. Someone else delivered our food. And when I flagged our waiter down to ask him for something , he never brought it and didn't even acknowledge it when he brought our check."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 8 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lapellah Restaurant - a solid "A"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband & I enjoyed this restaurant; although dining earlier is recommended as it does get a bit loud. The restaurant has 2 sides; the opposite one was quieter with NO sports TV but we were seated on the other side opposite the bar. Next time, we'll reserve a seat in the other dining area.
The food was great; we both had the Asian Chicken Salad which was terrific. And the fried calamari appetizer during Happy Hour was only $5; a true bargain! Our waitress was terrific; we needed to get our meal fairly quickly to make a 6:15 movie. She took great care of us, delivered the tab early to expedite a quick exit and even gave us directions to the theater. All in all - a great find!"
The food was great; we both had the Asian Chicken Salad which was terrific. And the fried calamari appetizer during Happy Hour was only $5; a true bargain! Our waitress was terrific; we needed to get our meal fairly quickly to make a 6:15 movie. She took great care of us, delivered the tab early to expedite a quick exit and even gave us directions to the theater. All in all - a great find!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have gone here on several
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have gone here on several occasions, mostly for Happy Hour and lunch. This time went to dinner. This is a very busy restaurant and they still seem to be struggling at the front desk, even when people have reservations. We had to wait 15 minutes for the type of table we requested, but we were seated exactly where I had requested. Service was somewhat inconsistent. Not sure if they are under staffed or not highly trained. Food was very good. Will go there again!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
everything is always wonderful!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"everything is always wonderful!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our favorite place! It's our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our favorite place! It's our "mini-vacation" every week!"
Dined on 04/11/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best new restaurant this year
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was our first time and we'd heard good things. It exceeded our expectations. The menu is varied-from the simple to the exotic ... something for everyone in our party. My husband had the macaroni & cheese and the creamed kale side .. loved it .. I had the scallops which were exquisite. The halibut fish & chips were sweet, moist and delicious. We will be back ... soon and often. Best new restaurant this year and an unexpected find in Vancouver (We are from Portland)."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 13 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently excellent --
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Consistently excellent -- and one of the few places where happy hour can be enjoyed in the main dining room."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I go there often
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I go there often and we find it to be very consistent and enjoyable. The changing menu always gives you something to look forward to, but there are always a few of the old favorites."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant & Happy Hr in Vanc
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"fabulous as always! Celebration of 21st birthday for niece was fun!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always the best place in Vancouver!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always the best place in Vancouver!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place and the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place and the service and food are great."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
On line menu had more choices
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"On line menu had more choices than offered on site, limited selection."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
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Review 19 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very nice Happy Hour menu;
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice Happy Hour menu; nice wine list and reasonable prices."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
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Review 20 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
love it! love the roasted
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"love it! love the roasted veggies - keep making more (and tiny bit larger portions)"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Celebrating anniversary and decided to stay close instead of driving into Portland. Recommend making a reservation, and glad we did since the place was hopping! Great meal and great service. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection and they are happy to substitute any sides so you get exactly what you want."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 22 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always delightful! We consider
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always delightful! We consider it a mini-vacation every week!"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 23 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place is a find. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place is a find. Service was fantastic, food is the best in Vancouver. The mussels app. was better than the mussels I used to get in Brussels. Nice atmosphere , a little noisy for me with the high ceilings, but I'm old. I don't know what they pay Eric the pastry chef, but it's not enough, reminiscent of European pastries, the best we've had in years."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great ambiance, a hopping
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great ambiance, a hopping place for happy hour with an excellent small plate menu. The worst problem is the parking as it is located in a crowded shopping plaza."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 25 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
thank you for always having
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"thank you for always having the best in service, food and atmosphere!"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2012
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Review 26 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service and food was great.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and food was great. It is a busy place so the noise level is on the high side."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always good--a little disappointed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"always good--a little disappointed that they didn't hold to Happy Hour, but with it being Valentine's Day I guess I understand--"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
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Review 28 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We thoroughly enjoy this restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We thoroughly enjoy this restaurant when dining at the bar or counter near the kitchen. However, the experience in the main dining is very poor. The service is extremely slow and the waiter consistently forgot to place the appetizer orders or follow-up on food items that were promised delivery. We were very disappointed as we invited a guest to accompany us to the restaurant. This truly dampened our experience with the restaurant. I doubt we will return when other dining options exist close by. They need to take service lessons from their neighbor--Beaches!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 29 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Great Visit, Worth Another Visit!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Above all the server was fantastic and very informative on the food selections as well as the drink selections. She was very friendly and made the entire experience that much better and my date and I were very pleased to have visited Lapellah and will definitely consider dining there again. The food was priced well for what we got and everything was locally grown and bought within the state, it was very satisfying knowing we had supported a local restaurant who gets their ingredients from local suppliers."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Solid dining but MIA hostess
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Been here a number of times. Always good: reliable service and food. There is one thing that is consistently annoying and that is every single time I have entered the restaurant the hostess(se) are MIA. This does not convey a good first impression of the restaurant and I have seen people leave because of this. Also, it looks unprofessional to have whatever the hostess(se) are drinking to be sitting out at their station visible to customers. When I say the hostess is MIA I am not saying for a moment; I am saying the hostess has left her post for 5 minutes. Even the manager appears to have noticed this as he saw people lined up waiting to be seated but no one was at the front station."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved this place. It was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We loved this place. It was our first time to dine at Lapellah's and for sure we will be back very soon!
Thank you!"
Thank you!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Lapellah Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's always the best happy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's always the best happy hour anywhere in Vancouver! Wonderful food options and great beers. Consider a gluten free flatbread option? I love the new roasted vegetables!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Lapellah Restaurant
Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic