The Best Upscale Restaurant In Vancouver

Looking for the best restaurant in Vancouver? There are some hot contenders, for sure, but when it comes to the Best Upscale Restaurant in Vancouver, there’s one clear winner. The acclaimed Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster at The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver received exemplary praise at The 2023 Vancouver Magazine Awards cementing their place as a must-visit dining establishment in the city.

What Is Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar?

Located at The Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is steered by the culinary visions of Chefs Alex Chen and Roger Ma. Both Ma and Chen won the Canadian Culinary Championship crown, in 2020 and 2018 respectively. Chen was also the first competitor to beat an Iron Chef - Hugh Acheson - in the 2018 reboot of Iron Chef Canada. In fact, Boulevard is one of the most awarded restaurants in Vancouver’s recent history. 
 

Expect mouth-watering West Coast fare and fresh seafood, grounded in classical technique and infused with international influences. The vibe is chic with a seductive décor and welcoming, intuitive service. Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar is pleased to also present an extensive wine list as well as some of the city's best mixology.

What Makes Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Stand Out?

Put simply, Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar has an unending passion for the pursuit of the exceptional. The 2023 Vancouver Magazine Awards were impressed by their ingenuity and won over by the beauty and elegance of the Boulevard experience.
 

Seasonal and eyepopping tableside features help to differentiate Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar, and a culture of genuine hospitality and a tradition of excellence brings guests back time and time again. The ability to foster and develop culinary excellence continues to be the team's biggest and proudest accomplishment, and they’re no stranger to acclaim and regional and national award wins.

What’s On The Menu?

Join Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar for dinner service, daily from 4:30 to 10:00 pm. You’ll be spoilt for choice by their dinner menu. The iconic Seafood Tower delivers an enviable Instagram-worthy moment, and you’ll enjoy flavours such as Albacore Tuna Tataki and Dungeness Crab Louie. The oysters are a must-try at Boulevard, too, and come with all the trimmings: Shallot Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce, and Thai Chili Espuma.
 

We love to start with the Lobster Bisque and for the main course we go rogue, steering away from seafood and indulging in A5 Miyazaki Prefecture Wagyu. Get some Truffle Fries and some Charred Broccolini for the table and you’ve hit a home run!

Pastry For The Win!

Executive Pastry Chef, Kenta Takahashi, is another reason why Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar stands out. He has been recognized as Vancouver’s Best Pastry Chef by Canada’s 100 Best for the second time in three years. With that in mind, remember to leave room for dessert! The Salted Sesame Praline Bar is a firm favourite of ours, and Bonbon Service (Kenta’s daily selection of chocolates and bonbons) is definitely a crowd-pleaser.
 

Does Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar Serve Breakfast?

Absolutely. Guests of The Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver, as well as walk-ins, may take advantage of the delicious breakfast menu available at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar. Available from 6:30 to 10:30 am, you can choose to partake in the Full Hot Buffet for $38 per person or order a la carte from favourites such as Liege Waffles with maple whipped cream or classic Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon. Boulevard also hosts seasonal brunch events to celebrate occasions such as Mother’s Day. Check their website or social feeds for the latest features.

To make a reservation at Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar, please book via OpenTable or call 604-642-2900.