The GOODS from Beach Bay Cafe & Patio

Vancouver, BC | Beach Bay Café’s patio is now open for the season and Executive Chef Felix Zhou’s newly refreshed menu makes it the perfect place to enjoy happy hour get-togethers, sunset cocktails and to tuck into delicious, fresh seafood just steps from the beach.

“Spring brings fresh flavours and an abundance of new ingredients,” says Chef Zhou. “We want the revamped menu to celebrate the best of the season and simply showcase the amazingly fresh local food on our doorstep.”

Born in China but raised in Vancouver, Chef Zhou began his culinary career at illustrious restaurants, including West under chefs David Hawksworth and Warren Geraghty, and Shangri-La Hotel’s MARKET by Jean-George. A two-year stint in London saw Zhou hone his skills at the Michelin-starred Galvin La Chapelle and Roganic: a pop-up restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Simon Rogan. Returning to Canada in early 2014, he became executive sous chef at Whistler’s Nita Lake Lodge before taking on the role of executive chef at Vancouver’s renowned vegetarian eatery The Parker and staying there during its rebranding as Big Trouble.

Focusing on simple and pure dishes, Chef Zhou has put his personal spin on the new menu to introduce intricate flavour combinations and the freshest spring seafood and vegetables. Highlights of the menu include a vibrant radish salad with local spring radishes, Kalamata olives, almonds and tarragon oil; and hamachi tartare with yuzo dressing, scallions and pork chicharon. Diverse entrees range from casual fish and chips ($18), or a crispy chicken burger ($14), to local amberjack fish with Tokyo turnip, peas and watercress sauce ($27). Guests can also sample a variety of palate-pleasing dishes and opt for the chef’s tasting menu ($49).

Beach Bay’s award-winning Bar Manager Adrian Lindner has created a complementary menu of summer-inspired cocktails, such as Flicker of Thyme with bison grass vodka, sparkling wine, thyme, honey, house-made lemonade and lavender. “Chef’s menu and our stunning location has made Beach Bay a destination restaurant and a popular place for locals,” says Lindner. “We want the drinks menu to reflect that appeal and put the West End on the map for creative cocktails.”

Beach Bay Café & Patio is open from noon to 10pm (Tuesday to Sunday), with happy hour from 3-5pm, and is open for weekend brunch (11am-3pm, Saturday and 10am-3pm, Sunday). Visit the take-out window to pick up a picnic of fish and chips or fresh calamari to enjoy on nearby English Bay beach. To book, call 604.685.7337 or visit www.beachbaycafe.com for online reservations.

DETAILS

1193 Denman St.| Vancouver, B.C.
Telephone: (604) 685-7337 | Email: [email protected]
Web: www.beachbaycafe.com | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Open Noon to 10pm, Tuesday to Sunday | Brunch — 11am to 3pm, Saturday — 10am to 3pm, Sunday
Happy Hour — 3 to 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday | Closed Monday

GALLERY

The People Who Make It Happen

Felix Zhou, Executive Chef
Adrian Lindner, Bar Manager

About Beach Bay Cafe

Located on Denman Street just steps away from English Bay beach, Beach Bay Café and Patio serves up West Coast cuisine in a fun, approachable setting. The former Raincity Grill space has been transformed into a sleek, light-drenched location, bringing a refreshing dining experience to one of Vancouver’s most iconic neighbourhoods.

No matter where they dine, Beach Bay Café guests have the best seat in the house. Boasting one of the most scenic patios in the city, patrons can enjoy stunning sunsets and spectacular beach views from both the heated patio and dining room. The redesigned interiors of the space have incorporated local materials to create a contemporary space – bringing the outdoors inside. A black and white photo of the English Bay Pier dating back to 1910 adorns an entire wall of the restaurant, paying tribute to the area’s renowned scenery.

The comprehensive menu draws inspiration from the restaurant’s picturesque surroundings. Dishes featured will incorporate both traditional West Coast favourites as well as creations that explore new flavour combinations. In addition to using local ingredients harvested at the peak of freshness, Beach Bay Café is also a proud partner of Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program, with all seafood on the menu being sustainable.

Guests can visit the adjacent bar to quench their thirst on refreshingly creative cocktails while soaking up gorgeous views of the water and cityscape. The impressive wine list has been curated based on weight, taste and style with unique selections from varying regions. Beach Bay Café promises to showcase wines at multiple price points both locally and globally.