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Wildebeest
Wildebeest (winner of Best New Restaurant and Best New Design - Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards 2013) invites you to experience unabashedly adventurous yet simple cooking at its finest, set within the historic neighbourhood of Gastown. Explore whole-animal cookery paired with a diverse selection of Old & New World wines and a carefully crafted cocktail list.
The menus for dinner and weekend brunch focus on whole-animal cookery prepared with the utmost integrity. Every component has been thoughtfully nurtured by the restaurant’s executive chef, Wesley Young, from field to finish. We work closely with surrounding farms and farmers to organically raise healthy, happy animals and grow custom produce. Employing classic butchery traditions and simple, contemporary techniques, Wildebeest presents delicious menus of the season. This is food for food lovers.
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The menus for dinner and weekend brunch focus on whole-animal cookery prepared with the utmost integrity. Every component has been thoughtfully nurtured by the restaurant’s executive chef, Wesley Young, from field to finish. We work closely with surrounding farms and farmers to organically raise healthy, happy animals and grow custom produce. Employing classic butchery traditions and simple, contemporary techniques, Wildebeest presents delicious menus of the season. This is food for food lovers.
199 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 199 reviews
5 stars
(63)
4 stars
(83)
3 stars
(30)
2 stars
(17)
1 star
(6)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(153)
- good for groups(93)
- neighborhood gem(88)
- hot spot(85)
- special occasion(62)
- vibrant bar scene(53)
Wildebeest Reviews List
Review 1 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Vodka
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What kind of bar has ONLY 1(one) type of Vodka ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good service, but not good food.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was excited to visit Wildebeest as we really love trying new restaurants especially ones that have been recommended to us. However, although the service was great and the ambience good I did not feel that the food was wonderful. The only dishes that we thought were good were the pork one and the ribs. The elk tartare lacked taste. I would not recommend this restaurant to a friend however I do not wish them bad at all and I am sure others might think differently about the food. Thank you."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 3 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
No Attention Post-Slaughter
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The idea behind Wildebeest seems to be to raise the animals with the utmost care, then carve them up and fry them for a few minutes. The majority of the dishes we enjoyed had zero seasoning - the meat was meant to speak for themselves. I often enjoy this, say with a juicy porterhouse. However, the meat was not cooked very well. For example, the quail that we had was translucent pink when it arrived at our table. Our server informed us that this was how the dish was intended to be served, but obliged us and sent it to be cooked further. It came back still pink, so did not try it. They were kind enough to remove the item from our bill, but every other dish was equally unsatisfactory in other ways."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 4 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Underwhelmed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was ok, but menu was different from what was online. Meat just served by itself on big plate without much attention to detail. Very fatty short ribs. Service was great."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 5 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brilliant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Go for the "they choose" option, every dish will be a delightful surprise"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 6 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Meaty experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Imaginative and on-trend restaurant for carnivores in the edgier part of town, if Vancouver can be said to have an edgier side. A young crowd and charming and enthusiastic staff who guided us through the menu and the wines. We loved the short rib of beef, slow-cooked for 48 hours. As middle-aged London foodies from London where we think we have it all, we were very impressed by the vibrant restaurant scene in Vancouver of which Wildebeest is a fine example."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Adventurous...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food n service. Creative presentations. Good for groups but not families. No kids menu"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 8 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Gastown Gem!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a staple to bring my out-of-town friends to dine for dinner.
Brunch is fantastic! There is no line (rare!), it's right downstairs from my yoga studio, and I am in love with Jonny (sp?) - she is so welcoming and its like I'm coming into her house for brunch."
Dined on 12/30/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Offal doesn't have to be awful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's not an everyday eating experience as the food is rich and wonderful. We sat across from the kitchen - something that we as a family, love to see. It has been mom approved!
Great to see a local, new world restaurant promote good old fashioned, old world, eating habits. Please keep up your great work."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for drinks
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We sat at in the lounge are and shared a couple of appies with our drinks - all were delicious. Good energy, with everyone in the room enjoying themselves. We'll be back for longer."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The pig face was possible the best dish I have ever eaten"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delightful Wildebeest
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved our 1st visit to Wildebeest. The food was outstanding..........all our food selections were wonderful. The ribeye dish was superb as were the specialty veggies. The farm egg was delightful.......... ditto the croquettes.The only dish that didn't deliver to the high standards of the others was the quail which I felt was somewhat underdone. Other than that it was all fabulous especially the amazing desserts! We ordered all 3 & they were all SO SO delicious!
Our server was a lovely young woman who was totally committed to ensuring that our dining experience was as good as it possibly could be. She was very professional , knowledgable & passionate about her job. She definitely enhanced our evening.........so nice to see!"
Our server was a lovely young woman who was totally committed to ensuring that our dining experience was as good as it possibly could be. She was very professional , knowledgable & passionate about her job. She definitely enhanced our evening.........so nice to see!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 13 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a group of 6 people. The concept is share plates so it is designed for groups. A friend of ours told us that 10 items would be enough for a group of 6. The food was really good, and the plates were brought out to complement one another. The service was really good and knowledgeable about the menu.
It is on the pricey side (approx $190 for two including say 5 booze drinks, tax and tip) and if you are expecting to come out stuffed, then I would suggest a 2 to 1 ratio of plates to people (i.e. 12 plates per group of 6). The quality of the food and service makes up for it I think. I would probably go back."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 14 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pig-nic delight!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This restaurant out did my expectations. The food was adventurous but not over the top, everything was cooked to perfection. Also the marrow, short ribs, pig-nic are a must ...... well everything is. Go hungry and order a variety!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was my boyfriend and I's first time at Wildebeest. we were looking for a restaurant with exciting and different food and we definitely found it! we had the elk tartare-->amazing, bone marrow on toast-->could have been a bigger portion but also very yummy, sweetbreads-->my absolute favourite!really yummy and will definietly have it again, and fois gras poutine--> very delicious, the portion of the fois gras was very sizeable for the cost, definitely no profit for wildebeest on that dish. we also had a ceasar to drink, and they were simply done, but spot on! which is hard to find these days.
Overall it was a very exciting and delicious foodie adventure, extremely reasonably priced and we will definitely be returning.
Thanks!"
Overall it was a very exciting and delicious foodie adventure, extremely reasonably priced and we will definitely be returning.
Thanks!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
wildebeest
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"highly overrated, the food is not great by any means. the highly recommended beef ribs were bland, fatty and pink!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
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Review 17 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique, cool and authentic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are foodies and we loved Wilderbeest- it is relaxed and rustic but very skilled and progressive in technique- the result is foot that is profound and simple. While they are using molecular and new approaches those approaches serve to get the best out of the ingredients and aren't fussy. We did the omakase and let the chef and waiter pick our food and it was really a world class meal (we live in New York City and eat out almost everyday- but we found this place to be a real gem)"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Terrific ambiance! Phenomenal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Terrific ambiance! Phenomenal service! A great place for foodies to share bites to eat."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The setting here is casual,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The setting here is casual, but fun. There was a nice energy in the room, and sharing dinner at a long table with other guests made for an interesting evening for conversation. The crowd was definoitely a younger group.
The food varied from exceptional to moderate (e.g., the beet salad was scruptious; the halibut somewhat dry, lacking in flavour; but the short ribs were very tastey.The dessert, with some sort of green mousse, had unique but delicious flavours."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Wildebeest room is beautiful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Wildebeest room is beautiful and the food was very good as were the wine choices and coctail list. The price point is also very decent for the quality. However...despite pre-booking through OpenTable and were sat at probably the worst table in the room - right next to the prep area of the kitchen. The glaring kitchen lights and mise containers were right beside our heads and REALLY detracted from the experience. It was disapointing to get this spot when we weren't spontaneous walk-ins but had bothered to reserve. We ultimately were able to be re-sat about halfway through our meal and the latter half of our meal was vastly better. Just my 2 cents."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2007
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Review 21 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent and the omakase was a great format for the group. The boudin blanc was overseasoned, but all the other dishes were pretty much spot on; specific standouts were the short ribs, squid, octopus and - a personal favourite - the sweetbreads. Server for the night was very knowledgeable and attentive without being overbearing. Well done. We will be back again."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 22 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great ingredients and wine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great ingredients and wine list. Love the idea of sharing so be careful who you invite! The beet root salad, halibut (lightly cooked - brilliant) and sweet breads (super fresh) were fabulous. I know it can be a challenge to adjust a reservation but I did not appreciate how the hostess' initial reaction. Some of the plates were over-priced for their portion. We were advised that the halibut was 10oz and the rib eye was 15oz - they may have been before they were cooked but not even close when it arrived at the table. Service took an incredibly long time and our last two courses were rushed - which did not help as the next reservation had arrived and we were quickly escorted out despite having two hours of service."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Go with a group so you can
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Go with a group so you can order and share everything."
Dined on 25/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very interesting food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very interesting food and a menu with atypical items. Food is great for sharing. Loved the warm, smoked olives!"
Dined on 25/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 25 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interesting varied menu, original
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Interesting varied menu, original cocktails, satisfactory wine list. We nejoyed the evening."
Dined on 24/04/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 26 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wildebeest is our new favourite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wildebeest is our new favourite restaurant. We have been there twice in the last two weeks and each time it was excellent in every way! We will be back again soon!"
Dined on 19/04/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 27 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
New Fave!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"This restaurant was recommended by a friend who said the Olives were "Out of this world"! Took my husband for his birthday dinner and was absolutely blown away! We were sat directly across the open concept kitchen and watched each of our dished prepared! I think my eyes rolled back at least five times in the delight over the food! Fabulous food and staff! The server explained each of the dishes and was attentive and friendly! It was also nice to be able to give feedback almost immediately to the chefs who stood across from us!
We have already raved about this restaurant to friends and family and will definitely be back again!"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had an awesome time - the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had an awesome time - the food was amazing, plating was beautiful and flavors tasty."
Dined on 10/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I heard some really bad things
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I heard some really bad things about the reservation process at Wildebeest, so while in the cab on the way down I made an online reservation for my friend since it was a birthday. It was Tuesday night and I'm really glad I did because the host was being a total tough crowd and now I see why they have a bad rap. Once away from the door the drinks and food were amazing. I have to say though, the service is very tense, no one seems to smile much and I think they may take themselves a bit too seriously."
Dined on 09/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
All four of us in our party
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All four of us in our party are real "foodies" and each of us thought this was the best resto with the best food we have eaten in Vancouver in a VERY LONG TIME! Bravo to everyone involved with making this restaurant what it is!!! We cannot wait to return!"
Dined on 07/04/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 31 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mmmm the food... The food!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wildebeest creates innovative dishes, combining fun techniques with age old ingredients. Because the chefs work closely with the different suppliers, they can trust the ingredients to shine brightly on each and every plate. The beet salad is fantastic, with the salted pears and creamy goat cheese as beautiful accompaniments. The bone marrow is delicious, the beef short ribs a well deserved best seller. The seawater-infused hazelnuts are my new addiction! But I would give them all up to just live on the foie gras poutine forever more..."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 32 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
VERY cool food and drink menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"VERY cool food and drink menu with a funky rustic decor. Will go back for sure!"
Dined on 14/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 33 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Late night bite satisfaction
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was attentive without being obtrusive. We appreciated our server's familiarity with all items on the menu. Loved the bone marrow dish. Overall, Wildebeest lives up to its carnivorous theme while ensuring details are executed with flair."
Dined on 30/03/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 34 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
You know... We had a really
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You know...
We had a really great night at Wildebeest.
It was a new room for my gal and I.
I was entertaining a good friend from Chicago and he certainly enjoyed his evening.
The service was excellent.
The food... very good as well except for the pork chop.
That was a fatty disappointment as the meat was very very scarce.
We knew ahead of time that the fat would be on the meat but where was the meat?
Deserts rocked.
Very tasty.
We had a really great night at Wildebeest.
It was a new room for my gal and I.
I was entertaining a good friend from Chicago and he certainly enjoyed his evening.
The service was excellent.
The food... very good as well except for the pork chop.
That was a fatty disappointment as the meat was very very scarce.
We knew ahead of time that the fat would be on the meat but where was the meat?
Deserts rocked.
Very tasty.
Regards,
Scott"
Scott"
Dined on 27/03/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved this restaurant. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved this restaurant. The food is very different- prepare to have an open mind!"
Dined on 23/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were working in Vancouver
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were working in Vancouver from out of town and went to Wildebeest based on reviews we had read. We are always attracted to restaurants who serve local, organic cuisine and was looking very forward to trying this restaurant. We were both very disappointed with the food and found the whole experience uneventful. The pork schnitzel was too greasy, the octopus had little flavour, the ribs were tasty, but extremely fatty (so much so that I could only have a few bites); the kale was quite nice, but very small portion for the price. Wine was good, martini was mediocre and why restaurants insist on serving martini's in non-martini glasses is beyond me. Given the choices that exist in the Vancouver restaurant scene, this one is now off my radar."
Dined on 20/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 37 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Small servings
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food very good but servings are very small. Not the 'family style' you might expect."
Dined on 19/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was ok. Shared a bunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was ok. Shared a bunch of dishes. Personally didnt like the short rib dish."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 39 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My second time here and it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My second time here and it was awesome. The food is unusual, and I mean that it a good way - really creative things that on paper seem like they wouldn't work, but then the dish shows up on your table and it's always phenomenal. If you are open-minded and like great food, attentive service from knowledgable servers and creative cocktails then this is the place for you. Great for a date, or sit at the communal tables in the back near the kitchen and make some new friends."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 40 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Have to try!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pushing the limits of culinary delights can mean some different experiences for dinners. Wildebeest successfully keeps the diner in mind and makes delicious and fun sharing courses. Highly recommend the sweet breads!"
Dined on 16/03/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 41 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've had the best dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've had the best dining experience in Wildebeest. Food was amazing. We were a party of 7 and we decided to go for the Omakase menu, which was $35/person. It was a chef's choice of courses, all 9 of them were amazing!!!!! the Elk Tartare, the Sweet breads, and the melt in your mouth Angus Short Rib are the dishes I will keep dreaming about... Karen our server was a gem. She explained everything about each course and went above and beyond to make our dining experience memorable. I had such a fun time. Special mention too to Matthew who was very accommodating when I had changes in my reservation. Wildebeest is definitely going on the list of my favorite restaurants here in Vancouver."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 42 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The service was terrible and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was terrible and when we spoke to the manager he said we didn't understand the vibe, not sorry. The waiter poorer wine all over a guests hand after she had asked time and time again that she wouldn't like any more. The meat was tasty but that is if you can find the meat from the fat. It's an exspensive restaurant for what it is a the service was horrendous. However the atmosphere was pleasant. With so many great restaurants in the city, I wouldn't wast your time or money."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
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Review 43 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lots more dishes to try, Have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lots more dishes to try, Have to go back a 2nd time."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 44 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was quite average, and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was quite average, and food took longer than usual, the food came out not all at the same Time."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 45 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really good overall experience,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really good overall experience, but very few to no gluten free options."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Nice place. Average food. Good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice place.
Average food.
Good Drinks."
Average food.
Good Drinks."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2013
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Review 47 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great vibe, excellent food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great vibe, excellent food with adequate portions. not for the faint hearted west coast vegetarians. lots of flavor. Some cuts of meat were not so fine but overall this was an excellent place to eat with a group of friends. Desert menu is sadly lacking compared to what is on the mains."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 48 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
some of the food was outstanding..
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"some of the food was outstanding.. but the family service thing was confusing... server seemed confused as to how to guide us in terms of how much food we would need to order... then because the kitchen pops items out "whenever" and slowly, but the time we figured out we hadn't ordered enough there wasn't time to order more... we had an early reservation and it was made abundantly clear to us that we needed to leave ... ultimately the pace of the evening was not positive..waited too long for drinks and food"
Dined on 08/03/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 49 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was great except that they
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was great except that they kept telling us they would have to move us to accommodate a large group coming in. It put a major damper on otherwise great service."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 50 for Wildebeest
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A night with the Beest!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Restaurant, Great Food and the Service was also good.
We would and will go back, My only complaint and its a big one, was the Female chef on her iphone constantly through the time we were there, the kitchen is an open concept chefs table which i loved, so I could see everything. Including her texting or whatever she was doing, I've never seen someone check there phone so many times, even when they weren't doing a job. I probably would have enjoyed my experience that much more, if they didn't have an open concept. The food tasted great.... maybe I just don't need to see how its made?"
Dined on 05/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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