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Phone:
+1 604-669-9030
🌐 Website:
http://www.vancouverdine.com/sandbar/
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Address:
1535 Johnston Street, Vancouver
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Google Reviews (8)
Loved my experience at Sandbar
When I visited a few days ago, it felt definitely different from last time I was here. I felt the place was a lot more cleaner, cozier than before. Folks were very friendly and approachable and was able to throw some good suggestions for our group.
They seemed to highlight on their seafood items and it was definitely worth trying. I liked how their seafood items not too salty and well balanced (texture, portion, presentation)
Would suggest to go slightly earlier than regular dinner time (like early 5pm) otherwise you might have to wait & place might be quite busy even during weekdays.
They also have patio upstairs with fireplace so it won't be too cold if you were sitting near there (and I'm sure you could ask for a blanket if needed)
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The food was great. Very fresh seafood. Our sever was amazing - he noticed I didn’t touch my drink and offered to take it off the tab. We had questions about the different oysters and he took the time to go and ask for clarification from the kitchen. The food was delicious and all the items were consistent. There was live music too. I would definitely recommend this place to you.
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Excellent Excellent Excellent Just went there today to celebrate my sister’s birthday 🎂 and we hit a prime seat on the patio! Our server Raj was very personable and friendly. Food was delicious, we got the 6 raw oysters 🦪, French fries 🍟, and the char fish 🐟 with potatoes 🥔 and coconut 🥥 rice 🍚! Delicious! There was absolutely no downside! Exceptional service, from the hostess all the way us to the bartender! Can’t wait to come back again! 👌🏻
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Big restaurant with different settings. Our server was Doug and he was super nice, always checking on us and giving us status of our food. Kudos to Doug!
I recommend you make a reservation online as the place is busy and in high demand.
Food was good and right sized. Do not expect big portions.
I didn’t have the chance to picture the food … we were starving! Next time! 🤣🤣
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It was a cold Sunday night in Vancouver ...
well only because I felt like wearing a dress outside but still
we stumbled upon Sandbar (we originally wanted to go to last day of Stormcrow) and we were enticed by the wooden oven pizza. They gave us a nice cozy table upstairs (even though we didn't' have reservations) and our server was very nice and accommodating. the portions were smaller than most but it was all delicious. we ordered anything with Truffle in it, the truffle fries and truffle pizza and chocolate truffle for dessert. the view from our table was amazing!
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Saw the reviews and wanted fresh seafood. The service was great, but can't say the same for the food. I ordered clam chowder and seared tuna. The clam chowder was good, filled with lots of clams. The tuna, however was tasteless. I added the salsa and salt, but actually that was all I tasted. I spoke with the waiter about it, but he didn't do anything about it.
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“Are steaks really my favourite food?” I asked myself after having the sablefish here. The oysters were fresh and delicious. The server was fun and respectful, and the views on the patio were to die for. On the pricier side, but you already know that. Would come back here to try their seafood boil.
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Great atmosphere and service!
Beets salad was excellent.
Side note: if you are a fan of the traditional gnocchi I am not sure you will like their gbochhi (see photos, looks like salad).
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