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Oru
A vibrant gathering place of celebration or an exclusive intimate dining experience for two; ORU is the perfect spot to savour food of the Pacific Northwest and flavours of the Pacific Rim. A marble and stainless steel open concept kitchen sets the stage upon which our innovative and talented chefs create extraordinary cuisine. Allow our dynamic and passionately-driven ORU team to guide you through a culinary journey for the senses with a menu that features a variety of dishes of local origin with a twist from the Pacific Rim, simply and skillfully prepared. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed into the newly renovated Sky Bar – Coal Harbour’s Living Room. Here, you may begin the evening with a pre-dinner cocktail, and for those deciding to stay, you can sit back and enjoy the lively sounds from the Lobby Lounge below.
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150 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 150 reviews
5 stars
(70)
4 stars
(55)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(99)
- fit for foodies(80)
- romantic(68)
- good for groups(48)
- scenic view(47)
- notable wine list(43)
Oru Reviews List
Review 1 for Oru
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Tacky Oru
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for Mother's Day Brunch. For $80 a person, the buffet left much to be desired. It felt like a cash grab because it was Mother's Day. They gave coupons to mothers for the spa at the Pacific Rim to get $25 off any service over $100. We didn't bother taking them with us, but they phoned us to ask if we wanted them to hold on to them for us. Like I said, it felt like it was a cash grab. Very tacky. I was so turned off that I don't think I'll go back to this restaurant that I frequent."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Mothers Day Buffet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had mothers day brunch ORU and it was a great experience for the entire family. With a nice view of the buffet from where we sat we could see that ORU spared no expense for the mothers. There was a full selection of expensive seafood options, cheese and deli meat options as well as the made to order brunch staples. The desert selection was outstanding made by the inhouse pastry chef. All in all with the great service and relaxed environment of the staff we had a wonderful mothers day brunch."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good Server
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Brandon served our table and he is very professional."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special lunch meeting...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had great fun re-acquainting with a friend whom I've not seen in quite awhile. So, this was a very special occasion!
Perfect venue for the event... great service and tasty food.
Will definitely return soon!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 5 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had the pleasure of dining at ORU this past Friday (May 3/13). It was a friend's birthday celebration and another friend accompanied us. The room is airy, bright and amazingly quiet given its openness. I was so impressed with the décor! The servers were attentive and friendly and they didn't miss a beat! We finished the evening in the lobby bar (Avital and Fung? had arranged a reserved table) which was a great treat, a piece of paradise with a very cool vibe! Samantha Flatman stopped by our table to welcome us and to ensure that we were taken care of! The three of us were so pleasantly surprised with the ride home in the Westend of Vancouver in one of the Fairmont BMW's. An amazing evening! Sincerely, Dr. Daryl R. Croxall"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasant, good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a nice dinner, but disappointed that at 6pm on a Sunday in May with a full raw bar did not have any oysters (the reason we chose the place). The food otherwise was very good, but the wine list was silly overpriced, with bottles at least 2x the cost we had seen at a fine restaurant in another part of downtown Vancouver the night before. We would go back, but probably just for food and not bother with wine - and would make sure they actually had oysters first. We also liked the airy, quiet ambience, but most tables (including our table) lacked a decent view - surprising since the Fairmont is right on the harbor. Wait staff was absolutely excellent."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While the atmosphere and food was good, we found the service very slow."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 8 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you haven't dined at Oru
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you haven't dined at Oru yet, you're missing a great restaurant. Outstanding service, a unique wine list presented on an iPad, and a significantly different menu, make this a very special place to dine. The lobster salad (with couscous, hearts of palm, watercress and dehydrated pineapple) was a unique blend of flavour and one I will remember for a long time. While very pricy ($18 per glass of Okanagan wine)' it was a great place for a special occasion."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Highly recommended
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was second dinner at Oru in 10 days. Wonderful food, pleasant service . We'll be back soon for sure."
Dined on 17/04/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Oru
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was great but service was horr
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Upon checking in i told the hostess my name and she asked me if i knew where my name origin from. i grinned and said yes. She kept on going and said my name is from the Germany. We stood there for 2 minutes waiting for her to bring us to our table. When we were seated she did not tell us about the brunch buffet . She came back and told us she was also our server. She mixed up our drink orders. My dad came to join us and she asked if he was my father in a nosy way. I saw no banana so i asked if she could ask if the kitchen has banana. She came back out with the whole bunch of banana in her hand, and tore one out for me without a plate or anything."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, scenic view
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Review 11 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were excellent. Will go back for next special occasion dinner."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Japanese bento was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Japanese bento was excellent. Nothing but the finest fresh fish along with various tasty morsels with an authentic Japanese taste. The salmon chowder was superb as was the desert."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was very good. They
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was very good. They were on top of things and you could tell it was well run. Enjoyed sushi platter. It was presented nicely and ingredients were fresh. The lemon tart for dessert was excellent also."
Dined on 24/03/2013
2011
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Review 14 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The service was excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was excellent and it was great to be in a restaurant where it was quiet enough to actually hear the person you are dining with. Highly recommended"
Dined on 21/03/2013
2010
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A must visit for Vancouverites
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our dinner was fantastic. The food is to die for, the service impeccable and the wine list fantastic. I am fussy and always find things to improve on.... I don't have any for Oru... They nailed it."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 16 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great appies, desserts, and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great appies, desserts, and wine list. Mains were a little inelegantly executed."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I had the tasting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I had the tasting menu with the wine flight, the food and ambiance were outstanding. The hotel is very popular and seems to have a vibrant bar scene, it was very busy in the bar/lounge, but not as busy in the restaurant, so noise was not an issue there as it was in the bar.Lastly I liked the asian/western fusion cuisine offered for a number of selections."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is my second time here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is my second time here and it's another awesome one. We shared the qualicum beach scallops for appetizer and it was very good and fresh Personaly I don't like cauliflower but never knew that cauliflower puree would be that good with the scallops. I ordered the poached coconut lobster for the entree and it was another delicious one. All of the seafood that we've tried were very fresh and well cooked. The waiter said that it was the chef pride to use local and fresh ingredients. My bf had the angus reserve bone-in rib eye and he said it was almost as good as Hy's. Lastly we had the mangaro lait bombe for dessert. It's perfect; not too sweet and it's flourless so it's very. I'll for sure have a third visit"
Dined on 07/03/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the beginning to the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the beginning to the end....always fantastic. Thank u all."
Dined on 11/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lunch service was attentive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lunch service was attentive but a little slow. Not good for a quick business lunch."
Dined on 26/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We attended with another couple
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We attended with another couple to celebrate our anniversary. The food, service and ambience was outstanding on all counts. From the very attentive waiter to the visits from Executive Chef Darren Brown (who thoughtfully explained some of the dishes on the menu and some of their philosophy as a restaurant) we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We brought our own special wine (dated to match our anniversary) to celebrate and they willingly served it in their best (most unique) decanter. We were surprised at the end with a compilation plate sampler of their deserts -- fantastic. We highly recommend this restaurant for anyone with a taste for the best."
Dined on 20/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The ambiance is very modern
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The ambiance is very modern and clean. I enjoy eating here with my partner because of their lifestyle menu that provides a good number of vegetarian and vegan friendly choices. Our last visit she had the vegan tasting menu and enjoyed the risotto for the different textures.
I had the sushi/sashimi platter which tasted very fresh and light. The house-cured wild salmon was similar to smoked salmon in flavor but more tender in bite. The ginger that was used was more mature as it had a spicier flavor and fibrous texture.
What amazed me the most was that the note I left through OpenTable regarding my partner's dietary limits was acknowledged by our server and hostess without us having to mentioned it again when we arrived. I appreciated th"
Dined on 15/02/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect For A Romantic Evening!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My fiancé and I dined at Oru for a late Valentine's dinner on Feb. 15th, 2013. We both chose the Aphrodisiac Tasting Menu with the recommended wine pairings. We have dined at many high end restaurants, but this was our first 5 course meal and it was the best meal we have ever had! From the waygu beef tartar to the melt in your mouth ganache bar at dessert, there were many high notes throughout the meal. Some personal favourites were the lovely acidity in the duck salad and the caviar on top of the sturgeon. My fiancé said the angus reserve beef tenderloin with the cocoa nib jus was the best thing he's ever ate. Our favourite glass of wine was the J Cuvée Brut Sparkling from Sonoma that they served with our first course. We will be back! :)"
Dined on 15/02/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing food, service and overall experience!"
Dined on 19/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Still ORU gets better
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It has been awhile since we were at ORU last, but the excellent service brought us back on Friday and the food seems to have gotten even better. Our server Martin was very attentive and genuine - he remembered us even though we had not dined there in months! We were also very impressed when Chef Stuart managed to make it to our table to say hi as well.
The ambiance was perfect for a romantic night out on a Friday, energetic but not overbearing. We were taken care of from the moment we arrived and until we left. And the new dessert menu really nails it - we had the chocolate tasting and couldn't pick a favourite!"
The ambiance was perfect for a romantic night out on a Friday, energetic but not overbearing. We were taken care of from the moment we arrived and until we left. And the new dessert menu really nails it - we had the chocolate tasting and couldn't pick a favourite!"
Dined on 08/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superior cuisine from soup
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Superior cuisine from soup to nuts."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 27 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service wasn't up to par
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service wasn't up to par the night that I went - I decided to try Oru for their dine out 2013 menu with my parents. When we first walked in, we had to wait for a bit for the hostess to get to us - no coat check by the way. But we got a table by the window, so that was better. I decided to try the duck and rabbit terrine; it was a disappointment to me. To me, it tasted like store-bought ham; nothing special. My parents tried the roasted sunchoke mocha soup and that was beautifully done. For the entree, I had the beef tenderloin and that was one of the best steak I had ever tasted in Vancouver. It was very tender and soft, and there was no blood squeezing out of the meat (since I ordered medium rare). It was at the right temperature."
Dined on 29/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best value for dine out 2013!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My 4th dine out ended at oru which excceded my expectations. The best value for dine out 2013 and the food was excellent in taste and presentation. The service was also exceptional in spite of such a popular event. Would definitely re visit.!"
Dined on 01/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good first impression of Oru
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time at Oru and it was great. The food was good. The hosts were really nice. The servers were good and they'd always come to our table to reassure us that the food was coming. I would recommend getting a table facing the kitchen because it was really nice to see their busy kitchen. I would definitely go back to Oru again to try their other dishes."
Dined on 31/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 30 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food, service, seating all
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food, service, seating all excellent."
Dined on 31/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 31 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wine and cocktails are way
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wine and cocktails are way too expensive. Overall, Food could use a little more oopmh in flavour, a little bland,
Why are all restaurants serving miniscule amounts of vegetables in the mains???????????? There were not very many sides of veggies that one could add on.
Great service."
Why are all restaurants serving miniscule amounts of vegetables in the mains???????????? There were not very many sides of veggies that one could add on.
Great service."
Dined on 30/01/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Waiters were overwhelmed with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waiters were overwhelmed with volume of dinners during "Dine Out", therefore; service was slow. Main course was well done. Appetizer and dessert was fair."
Dined on 30/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A model for others
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What more can I say? Exceptional hostess, great waiter and manager plus delicious food and paired wine. They were eager to please so the dining experience was rewarding. It sure is a gem in the downtown Vancouver scene."
Dined on 25/01/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Get ready for large mark ups
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Get ready for large mark ups on their wines."
Dined on 28/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 35 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great and the beef tenderloin was one of the best in Vancouver."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 36 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Even though we went for Dineout
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Even though we went for Dineout Vancouver we were treated very well and the food was spectacular! The mocktails were delicious! Zen garden drink.. a must try!"
Dined on 27/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 37 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ate at ORU for dine out Vancouver.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ate at ORU for dine out Vancouver. LOVE this place, will definitely make it one of my go-to spots for special occasions. I do wish that they had a more approachable wine list, but at the same time was happy with the local BC representation on the list."
Dined on 28/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I like that the tables are
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I like that the tables are set apart enough so we don't overhear the conversation at the next table.
EVerything else was excellent the night we dined there. Will definitely go back."
EVerything else was excellent the night we dined there. Will definitely go back."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 39 for Oru
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great service. Dine out food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service. Dine out food was not as great."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2009
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Review 40 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my first time visiting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my first time visiting Oru and I was not disappointed. Everything about the restairant was fantastic. The service was spot on, food came quickly, was well presented and the taste met all expectations."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 41 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, creative and innovative
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, creative and innovative flavours, and beautiful decor. Found the cocktails / wines a bit pricy...to be expected for that part of town though. Service could have been a little more attentive as they did not ask if I wanted a glass of wine with my main entree after I had finished my cocktail with the first course."
Dined on 25/01/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 42 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had one of the best steaks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had one of the best steaks at Oru. I will definitely return to this restaurant."
Dined on 26/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Past reviews of ORU were not
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Past reviews of ORU were not impressive. However, I heard the old chef had left, so I decided to try this restaurant. The Dine out menu really stood out. I thought the sun choke velouté was absolutely delicious, so was the angus beef, and lemon tart. Our table all ended up ordering the same entree and dessert, and everyone thought the food was excellent. The staff is really friendly and smiling all the time. I would definitely come back."
Dined on 26/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 44 for Oru
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had dinner on the Dine
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had dinner on the Dine Out menu. We were very disappointed because the main course of lobster was rubbery and tasteless. However,the desserts were excellent, especially the lemon tart. Your pastry chef deserves high praise.
The service staff were exceptional in trying to deal with the lobster problem and are to be commended. Because of them, we will return to ORU despite this setback. We generally enjoy your food."
Dined on 25/01/2013
2006
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Review 45 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My salad and dessert (lemon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My salad and dessert (lemon tart) were great! The lobster was okay but I'm not super excited about lobster in the first place. VERY expensive. We did the dine out Vancouver $38 deal so it was a steal for us. Cocktails run at $20 each but it was tasty at least."
Dined on 24/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Oru
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tried hard to find the location..
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tried hard to find the location.. If specify it is in the Parafic fairmont hotel, it will save customer a lot of time to figure out where the restaurant is.."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 47 for Oru
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
must try!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellence!
Menu so special! Creative!
Use top ingredients!
Must try!"
Menu so special! Creative!
Use top ingredients!
Must try!"
Dined on 22/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Oru
Based on the average of (103) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic