We know how hard it is to put together a holiday party on the fly, so we’ve asked our friends in the local restaurant community to send in all the information that people usually ask for so as to cut your research down to half. We’ve also added at least a half dozen photos per recommended restaurant to help you get a feel for each room.

Abigail’s Party

1685 Yew Street | 604-739-4677 | MAP | www.abigailsparty.ca

Ideal for small to medium-sized companies & organizations, the entirety of the restaurant can be booked for seated dinner service or a more casual cocktail party-style format with dinner stations. Luncheons are available on weekdays and dinner service is nightly from 5pm with the restaurant available and licensed until 2am.

Abigail’s Party is ideal for up to 40 guests for seated dinner service or cocktail party. Meals can be served by way of multi-course set menus at $35, $40 or $45 per guest, or a tasting menu of assorted menu items and canapes at $25 per guest. Beverage service can be arranged by way of cash, ticketed or open bar formats. There are no room fees.

Both menu formats offer excellent quality and value in seasonal options drawn from current features and menu favourites. Vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions are happily accommodated.

Abigail’s Party is a warm, candle-lit room tastefully and subtly decorated for the holiday season. Special arrangements can be made for particular beverage service, taxi vouchers, music, coat check and audio-visual needs. Street-side parking is available at no charge.

For further information or sample menus, please contact [email protected] or telephone 604-739-4677.

Au Petit Chavignol

845 East Hastings St. | 604-255-4218 | MAP | www.aupetitchavignol.com

Au Petit Chavignol is a cheese-centric restaurant, with additional hot and cold selections including fresh seasonal salads, fondue, raclette, tartiflette, croque monsieur and other cheese based specialties. They make everything fresh daily and in-house, and offer the best selection of cheeses along with local artisan and house made charcuterie.

They can accommodate up to 36 persons sitting, and up to 48 persons standing.  The room is ideal for buyouts, which is preferred for parties over 25.
Though cheese and charcuterie are their specialties, other custom menus are available upon request.

Booking details: Andy Crimp [email protected]
More info at http://www.aupetitchavignol.com/Events/private%20dining.htm

Araxi Restaurant + Bar

4222 Village Square | Whistler | 604 932 4540 | MAP | Araxi.com

We believe in fulfilling needs and exceeding expectations. Whether you are looking to host a private dinner for 12, or a cocktail reception for 200, Araxi offers a unique setting for any occasion. We are totally flexible and will customize your event or private dining experience to identify and fulfill your requirements.

Our Wine Room can host dinner for up to 18 guests, with other areas of the restaurant suitable locations for larger groups. In addition, The Bar and lounge areas provide the ideal space for a cocktail reception. Exceptional quality, unparalleled service and exclusive settings offer all the key ingredients for a memorable evening.

Dining Room, exclusive of Wine Room, Lounge and Terrace: 132pp sit-down, 200pp reception
Semi Private Wine Room: 18pp sit-down
Lounge (including Bar): 16pp sit-down, 80pp reception
Restaurant – Inside: 200pp sit-down, 350pp reception

A selection of group menus are available online here. For more information and general inquiries, please contact Restaurant Director, Steve Edwards at 604 932 4540 or [email protected].

Bishop’s

2183 West 4th Ave | 604-738-2025 | MAP | www.bishopsonline.com

Tucked away on West 4th in Kitsilano is a legendary restaurant with a big reputation. For more than 20 years John Bishop has led the field in serving food that is organic, produced locally and sustainably. Many consider his eponymous Bishop’s to be Canada’s version of Chez Panisse. With a reputation like that, lots of people don’t realize that Bishop’s is also a cosy neighbourhood haven serving quality dishes at affordable prices. The upper room would be available for private groups of up to 40 Monday through Thursday. Groups of 10 or less are welcome Friday through Sunday. Bishop’s will create a menu to suit the patron’s budget, using locally produced, sustainable & organic ingredients. The upper room features several museum-quality pieces of West Coast First Nation’s art.
Call the restaurant to make a booking. Anyone who answers can assist you. 604-738-2025.

Bistrot Bistro

1961 W. 4th Ave. | 604-732-0004 | MAP | www.bistrotbistro.com

Warmly received by a city with no shortage of choice for their dining dollars, Bistrot Bistro teems with energy every night. This is not a restaurant if you’re looking for a quiet corner table to discuss business; this is a spirited and bustling meeting place true to the spirit of its unreserved neighborhood. Simple and fun are the watchwords here. Large parties and buy-outs are available with a maximum of 60 people seated. Please contact us for a tailor made menu (starting at $30) for your needs and budget. Laurent Devin at 604 732 0004 or [email protected]

Boneta

1 West Cordova St. | 604-684-1844 | MAP | www.boneta.ca

We can happily accommodate groups as small as 6 and as large as 92 for sit down dinners. Groups up to 20 people can be seated in the lower level (semi private) area of the restaurant. Groups over 50 people are required to book out the entire restaurant. At that point we can offer up a multitude of options.

We have 2 prix-fix menus to chose from, $50 and $60 for sit down dinners as well as a list of canapes available for a cocktail reception.

If your group is large enough for a buy out, we can also do platter service or buffet style with canapes to begin. If this is the option your company may be leaning towards, we can accommodate groups as large as 125 people.

DJ’s are available upon request and they will keep your employees beyond jovial and get them in the holiday spirit.  Bookings are already filling up, so unlike your shopping, don’t leave this till the last minute.

To book your Christmas event at Boneta restaurant or for any questions regarding special events please email us at [email protected] or call us at 1-604-684-1844

Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar

1095 Hamilton St. | 604-688-8078 | MAP | bluewatercafe.net

Dinner: 5pm until midnight | Open for holiday lunch December 7th – 23rd

Whether you are looking to host a private dinner for 12 or a reception for 450, Blue Water Cafe’s diversity offers a unique setting for any occasion. We are very flexible and will tailor-make each event to suit your individual requirements. The active wine cellar contains two multi-faceted private rooms that are easily combined to accommodate up to 70 guests sit-down or 120 guests standing. Other areas of the restaurant offer semi-private locations for groups. In addition, the bar provides the ideal space for stand up receptions.

Wine Room combined: 70pp sit-down, 120pp reception
Back of Wine Room: 24pp sit-down, 40pp reception
Front of Wine Room: 46pp sit-down, 70pp reception

A selection of group menus are available online here. For further information please contact our Restaurant Director, Stephan Cachard at 604 688 8078. We would be happy to discuss your specific requirements.

C Restaurant

2-1600 Howe St. | 604-681-1164 | MAP | www.crestaurant.com

An exquisite waterfront setting and graceful, choreographed service compliment the top-quality seafood served at C, making for an unforgettable dining experience. Semi private mezzanine hosts groups of 25; private wine room seats group of 14. Christmas Eve features a 4 course menu for $79, lunches are year round and are half price of the dinner menu.

For all the details, check www.crestaurant.com or call 604-681-1164. Group booking contact is Curtis Wong: [email protected]

Café Medina

556 Beatty St. | 604-879-3114 | MAP | medinacafe.com

Available for group reservations, cocktail receptions and private bookings: seated 30/reception 60 (able to accommodate groups of varying sizes). Custom and group menus available. Café Medina was designed for use as a private dining room in the evening. Best suited for groups of 8 – 24 people with an appreciation for great food and drink, seeking an intimate experience in a private venue. If you’d like to learn more about availability and sample menu options for the holiday season please contact us directly. Our staff will organise an event that your guests will talk about for years to come!

Inquiries for daytime bookings please call 604.879.3114 or email us at [email protected]

Inquiries for evening bookings please call 604.879.7119 or email us at [email protected]

Campagnolo

1020 Main St. | 604-484-6018 | MAP | www.campagnolorestaurant.ca

Camapagnolo can easily accommodate multiple groups of 8-20, and with more notice, groups can book out the winebar for 25 guests. They can also fit groups of 40-70 in the dining room with a bit more advance notice. The restaurant offers ‘family-style’ sharing menus at 2 different price points at dinner: $30 & $40, as well as 2 price points for lunch: $20 & $28. We are located in a very central location on a major thoroughfares, bus stops right out front and a skytrain station a block away.

We are closed on December 24 & 25

To book, call 604-484-6018 or email to [email protected] and either Tim or Samantha will take care of your booking needs.

Chambar Restaurant

562 Beatty St. | 604-879-7119 | MAP |  www.chambar.com

Chambar is available for group reservations, private party bookings and full restaurant buy-outs. Custom and group menus available. Whether you’re looking for a more intimate reservation for a select few, or a larger group affair, our distinct settings cater to groups of varying sizes, with options ranging from custom tasting menus to family-style dining. Paired with award winning cocktails, and an extensive Belgian beer and a purposefully chosen wine list, Chambar is truly an unpretentious fling with fine dining.

Restaurant: seated 160/reception 300.
Private room: seated 36/reception 70.

Booking details (contact whom / by when) Please call 604.879.7119 or email us at [email protected] if you’d like to learn more about availability and sample menu options for the holiday season. Our staff will organise an event that your guests will talk about for years to come!

CinCin Ristorante + Bar

1154 Robson St. | 604-688-7338 | MAP | cincin.net

For any special occasion CinCin guarantees the highest level of service and cuisine that will ensure your event is a success.

Exclusive use of Private Wine Room, Lounge and Terrace: 120pp sit-down, 240pp reception
Private Wine Room: 30pp sit-down, 50pp reception
Lounge: 16pp sit-down, 40pp reception

Open for holiday lunch December 3rd – 23rd

A selection of group menus are available online at: http://cincin.net/menus/group-menus. For more information and general inquiries, please contact Restaurant Director, Ricardo Ferreira at 604 688 7338 or [email protected].

Cioppino’s Mediterranean Grill

1133 & 1129 Hamilton St | 604-688-7466 | MAP | www.cioppinosyaletown.com

The critically-acclaimed restaurants, favourites of celebrities, oenophiles, and food lovers, are consistent award-winners that are always looking ahead and staying fresh. Widely acknowledged as the best expression of Mediterranean cooking in British Columbia, Cioppino’s and its sister restaurant next door, Enoteca, offer two large patios, two open show kitchens, two full-service dining rooms, as well as several private rooms for corporate and special functions. Both meet the high expectations of thousands of diners every week.

For details on our many private rooms and set menus, visit our website.

Cru Restaurant

1459 West Broadway | 604-677-4111 | MAP | www.cru.ca

For over six years, Cru has maintained a sterling reputation for fine wine, great food, and top service.  Located in the “Granville Rise” shopping, gallery and theatre district, this relaxed, intimate space is the perfect setting to host an important event.

Dinner: Nightly from 5:30 – 10:00
Lunch: 11:30 – 2:00, Monday – Friday

Cru can cater special private functions for lunch or dinner for up to 40 guests, and our stand-up capacity is 50. We offer a selection of menu choices and we can create a custom menu to suit your individual needs. We’ll make it a special evening for groups of 4 to 40. A selection of group menus are available online at: http://www.cru.ca. For more information and general inquiries, please contact Mark Taylor or Bill Eckardt at 604 677-4111 or [email protected]

Dirty Apron Cooking School

540 Beatty St. | 604-879-8588 | MAP | www.dirtyapron.com

The Dirty Apron is available for exclusive use for cooking classes, cooking demonstration dinners and drinks receptions. We can accommodate up to 22 for a hands-on cooking class, up to 30 for a team building event, up to 40 for a demonstration dinner and up to 120 for a cocktail reception.

The Dirty Apron Cooking School is a unique venue offering hands-on cooking classes – a culinary playground for all to come  learn and have fun in our state-of the art kitchens. We’ll even do the washing-up! Please visit the website for further details www.dirtyapron.com or call 604 879 8588 or better still visit us at 540 Beatty Street Open 7 days 10am-6pm.

Latitude

3250 Main Street. | 604-875-6246 | MAP |  www.latitudeonmain.com

Latitude is a 46 seat restaurant and wine bar in the heart of the vibrant Main Street neighbourhood. Presented by the former owners of Tofino’s legendary RainCoast Cafe, Latitude’s menu is inspired by the wine regions of the Americas, with all seafood and meat selections sustainably harvested and produced in BC.

The carefully crafted wine list, focusing exclusively on North and South American wines, offers 36 choices by the glass from the Okanagan to Napa, from the Maipo to Patagonia. The emphasis on selections from Argentina and Chile assures high quality and affordability. The wine list is complemented by a solid range of domestic and international craft beers, as well as some fine scotches and brandies.

The dining room can accommodate up to 40 guests with menu customized to suit your event.

For more information please contact Larry at 604-786-8863.

nu restaurant + lounge

1661 Granville St. | 604-646-4668 | MAP | www.whatisnu.com

Food, view, casual elegance; NU Restaurant + Lounge is Vancouver’s best waterfront location, literally perched above the water, with sweeping views of False Creek, Granville Island and English Bay. With their menu of naked and casual cuisine giving each seductive flavour its time in the spotlight, NU is the place to enjoy Vancouver from early afternoon to late night – and anything in between.

Semi private lounge hosts groups of 20; private gallery seats groups of 25 just steps away from the restaurant. Customizable group menus available upon request. Christmas Eve features a 3 course menu for $59, plus holiday brunches on Boxing day and New Year’s day. Visit www.whatisnu.com for more details or call 604.646.4468. Large groups contact Curtis Wong: [email protected].

Mis Trucos

1141 Davie St. | 604.566.3960 | MAP | www.mistrucos.ca

Mis Trucos is a modern Mediterranean tapas bar set in a character house in the heart of the Davie St. shopping district. The menu consists of small plates to be shared amongst friends, ranging from $4 to $18. Dishes will draw from traditional Spanish, French and Italian tapas recipes, modernized with Chef Kris Barnholden’s creative twists. Ingredients are top-quality, flavors are vibrant and presentation is simple.

The small, intimate room is perfect for dinners or cocktail receptions

Reservations are available for parties of 8 or more. There is no “private space” available per se, but the restaurant can accommodate small parties, or can be booked out entirely (for parties of 25 or more). Mis Trucos seats a maximum 35 for a sit-down dinner or 50 for cocktail/tapas reception. For all parties, Chef Kris Barnholden will design a custom group menu.

For New Years, Mis Trucos is available for a private function booking.

For all holiday party bookings, contact Eryn Dorman ([email protected] or 604.566.3960) for more information.

Maenam

1938 W. 4th Ave | MAP | www.maenam.ca

Maenam serves up world-class Thai cuisine in a modern and comfortable setting. Chef Angus An mixes up the perfect blend of sweet-salty-spicy-sour, all paired with a wine and cocktail list developed to pair perfectly to pair with Thai cuisine.

Maenam welcomes parties of 8 or more. Maenam seats up to 50 for a sit-down dinner, and for parties of 40 or more, buy out options are available. Maenam is also available for lunch bookings.

For all parties, Chef An will develop a group family-style menu tailored to your tastes.

For all holiday party bookings please contact Tara Thom ([email protected] or 604.730.5579).

Raincity Grill

1193 Denman St. | MAP | www.raincitygrill.com

Since 1992, Raincity Grill has defined Pacific Northwest cuisine, showcasing the unique ingredients of our local waters and small-lot farms – year round. Home of Canada’s premiere restaurant 100-Mile Menu and an award-winning Pacific Northwest wine list, Raincity Grill is dedicated to the bounty of our backyard. Situated in the heart of Vancouver’s West End, Raincity Grill captures the essence of Vancouver in food, wine and atmosphere.

Semi private space “gallery” hosts groups of 25; raised dining floor seats 36 is semi private; semi private solarium seats group of 12. Customizable group menus available upon request. Christmas Eve features a 4 course menu for $69, plus holiday brunches on Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Booking details at 604.685.7337. Groups contact Curtis Wong: [email protected]

Salt Tasting Room

Blood Alley (Gastown) | MAP | 604-633-1912 | www.salttastingroom.com

Recently praised by Bon Appetit magazine,  Salt Tasting Room is a dynamic charcuterie  and wine room with exposed brick walls and a long share table. Open daily from noon to midnight, guests choose items from a chalkboard menu featuring the most diverse selection of local charcuterie, cured meats and global artisan cheeses in the city, along with an extensive selection of wine (by the glass, bottle or flight) and more than 20 varieties of Sherry. Let Salt’s savvy, casual & charismatic staff guide you through Salt’s ever-changing menu of meat, cheese & wine!

Communal Table Upstairs seats up to 22. Salt Cellar Downstairs can Accommodate Up To 50 for stand-up or sit-down. We can do Salt’s classic cheese & charcuterie plates w/ wine flights, three course meals for $28 per person or stand-up canape & wine events. Salt is delighted to work with you to make your event unique and fun. Whether a proper sit-down dinner, a tutored wine-oriented event or a stand-up, mingling-styled event, we can provide many options to suit your needs! E-mail [email protected] for information!

West Restaurant + Bar

2881 Granville St. | MAP | westrestaurant.com

Dining Room + Bar: Nightly from 5.30 – 11pm
Lunch: 11.30am – 2.30pm, Monday – Saturday

For special occasions and corporate functions West can cater private dinner parties for up to 70 guests, and cocktail parties for up to 100. We offer a range of menu choices in this unique setting and will tailor-make each event to suit your individual needs.

Full Restaurant: 70pp sit-down, 100pp reception

A selection of group menus are available online at: http://www.westrestaurant.com/menus/group-menus
For more information and general inquiries, please contact Restaurant Director, Brian Hopkins at 604 738 8938 or [email protected]

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