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Cork and Fin
Gastown's only Raw Bar Restaurant located in the Historic Alhambra Hotel. Cork & Fin offers fresh quality seafood at an affordable price point. Delectable plates are served up tapas style. Enjoy fresh shucked oysters, Seafood Towers, Ahi Tuna Carpaccio or Roasted Game Hen with wild mushrooms for those craving something land based.
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64 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 64 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(37)
- neighborhood gem(30)
- special occasion(22)
- romantic(18)
- hot spot(11)
- good for groups(10)
Cork and Fin Reviews List
Review 1 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We tried the three course menu and it was a great choice! The menu choices were enough to try out the restaurant. Drinks were good as well and the service was welcoming.
Will be back again for sure!"
Will be back again for sure!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful seafood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We liked this restaurant so well that we returned two nights later and were not disappointed."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Big Improvement
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hadn't been to Cork & Fin for well over a year, and while past experiences were simply 'Okay', this visit was outstanding. The food was fabulous (we understand there is a new chef?) and we were lucky enough to have Rodney serve our table. His food & wine knowledge mixed with quick wit & polite demeanour made our evening very memorable. We'll be back very soon!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
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Review 4 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Brunch gone wrong
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dinners at Cork and Fin are always a great time and great food; NOT the case for brunch. The food is actually bad on all accounts. Oysters that taste off, the worst eggs benedict I have ever had and not to mention the ingredient that was missing from my dish. When I asked about my missing braised kale, I was told they forgot to tell me that the menu has changed and no more kale. For a brunch menu that's only a few weeks old, I find that hard to believe. I would not go back from brunch. It's also very quiet (understandably)."
Dined on 7/21/2012
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Review 5 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food! Great place! And it's in Gastown!"
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic
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Review 6 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Average food, inattentive service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We dined here on a Friday evening, and where wholly underwhelmed. The service was sloppy, with forgotten items and a general lack of attention to our well being. The shaved pork belly oysters tasted like a cup of sea water and the moules were ridiculously salty. What a shame, as we know it has delivered in the past."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 7 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gourmet Comfort Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I visited Cork & Fin for brunch while visiting Vancouver. The choices on the menu were so incredible, we had to order two things and split them. We shared the croque madame with crab. The egg was runny, the crab was fresh and sweet and it was served with a nice side of greens dressed with lemon juice which was perfect to cut the richness of the dish. We also split a dish which was RIDICULOUS. It was lobster hash served with a poached egg on top that was accompanied by pork belly, house cured smoked salmon and housemade smoked sausage. We devoured it and were in heaven. The brunch drink list was also inventive. The bloody mary with a freshly shucked oyster and grapefruit mimosa were excellent. This is a must."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Brunch...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The brunch was amazing. MMM lobster hash was delicious, so was the crab sandwich w/ fried egg on top. Well balanced plate and decent price for the level of quality food. Loved the classic rock playing. Really made for a comfortable, credible atmosphere. Refreshing not to hear the same old electronic chill music. I will definitely be back. Can't wait to come for dinner."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"i order the mussels and they were the tinniest things ever. took over 45 mins for our food to come out and we were the only ones in the restaurant."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 10 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but expected a little bit more
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was our first time to Cork and Fin, and the ambience is very nice. The food was good. Wines were good. It wasn't excellent and it was very, very small portions. We ordered the 3 courses and wine pairings. I'm not sure if they reduce the size of each serving in half but we both left feeling less than full. To be fair, our favourite go-to place is The Flying Pig so we were comparing it to there, and you can not. I've always wanted to try Cork and Fin, I'm glad we went, but there are too many great restaurants still left to try so it's unlikely that we will go back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tartare and tataki were great;
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tartare and tataki were great; Ling cod was a bit of a let down.
Great wine list. Bad soundtrack of 80's pop - no fitting with the ambiance."
Great wine list. Bad soundtrack of 80's pop - no fitting with the ambiance."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went here for my girlfriend's
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here for my girlfriend's birthday just the two of us. She was impressed by the menu and wine list, but I didn't really agree. I ran into a full red hot chili pepper in the oyster ceviche which pretty much ruined the course for me. For the third course I had the ling cod which was too salty but otherwise nicely cooked, although I didn't care for the tartar. I really liked the prix fixe menu choice with the wine parings, a really cool idea that my girlfriend and I agreed on. After the meal we were given bubbles for the occasion and some cake! Even I'll admit that was a very nice touch."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Chill, good ambiance, great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chill, good ambiance, great service, lovely curry mussels that compare to the best (in my opinion) in the city. Had a great quiet dinner with 3 friends on a Thursday evening and the place had a steady flow of patrons, good energy."
Dined on 25/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 14 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
"That's not going to work for us"
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Easily the worst restaurant I've been to in Vancouver.
They took the reservation for 1:30pm on a Sunday. When we arrive, they tell us they are closing in 30 minutes and we need to order now. The speaker right by my ear was blown, so it made a horrible noise. When asked "what's up with the speaker?" They said it's broken and no offer to fix or turn it off.
Our entire party of 6showed up around 1:45pm (the reservation was for 6 people) when our server came to the table and said we need to order. We said we needed two minutes to look at the menu and her response was:
"That's not going to work for us"
All of us previously worked in the industry and know very well that this is unacceptable."
Dined on 14/04/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waiter was amazing. He
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our waiter was amazing. He was very friendly and waived our corkage fee as we brought in some really nice wine that we share with the staff. The food was great, very enjoyable. Would definitely recommend."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 16 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really enjoyed my dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"I really enjoyed my dinner at cork and Finn. Everyone was super friendly and very accommodating to any need we had. Food was delicious and the cocktails were well made. As someone who works in the gastown service industry I will definitely be recommending this place. Thanks for the great experience and I will be back again."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tasty food. Fun room. Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tasty food. Fun room. Good drinks. Oyster Rockafella were divine - a must have!"
Dined on 23/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A pleasant find. The staff
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A pleasant find. The staff was attentive and the food was innovative and delicious. It made for a delightful evening."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Walking in, this place just
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Walking in, this place just feels good. The old balcony with original newell posts and the lovely bar tucked underneath add to the warm, inviting vibe. Food was excellent, from cocktails to appetizers to mains to dessert (the olive oil ice cream is remakable)and service by Rodney was professional and perfect. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 19/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Review 22 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
everything was fine, just
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"everything was fine, just not outstanding. the food was small and dissapointing. the wine list was fine. i am a tough critic though. the music was really off, didnt suit the room. if i could change a few things it would be- offer a prix fix menu of 2 items for each course and have it on a card separate from the regular menu, that way the servers dont have to explain how the menu works everytime, not so romantic."
Dined on 06/03/2013
2011
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Review 23 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good. Enjoyed how
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. Enjoyed how it was brought out in three courses and the kitchen and bar was in the middle of everything"
Dined on 27/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Grant Evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great meal, wonderful service, really enjoyed our evening. Even though the restaurant was busy, there was no rush to get us out."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tasty food & chill vibe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tasty food & great vibe - I'll definitely be back!"
Dined on 15/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Cork and Fin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a terrific time and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a terrific time and all of us agreed: We will be back!"
Dined on 14/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cork and Fin
Based on the average of (38) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
3 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic