Don at Kitsilano is a one-of-a-kind culinary establishment serving authentic Vancouver cuisine. We want to bring a unique dining experience for all of our guests using fresh and sustainable ingredients—taking you on a culinary journey like no other.
From classic recipes to new-age kitchen adventures, each dish reflects our passion for high-quality food presented in a simple yet pleasing manner. Dive right in, and take a bite; join us today.
Each dish is served with an onsen egg, fragrant shiitake rice, and a sour poached tomato, accompanied by a delicate tomato broth. Savor the dish as is before adding the broth to enhance and transform the flavors.
Torched Salmon BellyCA$28.00
marinated salmon belly, thinly sliced and torched. Salmon is partially cooked
Roast Pork JowlCA$28.00
slow-cooked for 24 hours, then roasted to achieve the perfect balance of tenderness, richness, and irresistibly crispy texture
Beef CheeksCA$35.00
braised to perfection, these beef cheeks are tender deeply flavorful, and lusciously sticky.
Seasonal Mushroom DonCA$27.00
A medley of mushrooms, gently braised in aromatic thyme butter.
chili crunch fried chicken, french toast, pickled cabbage & shallot, sesame crisps (spicy / non-spicy)
Desserts
White Rabbit Creme BruleeCA$10.00
white rabbit candy cream, strawberry, pistachio
White Rabbit IcecreamCA$10.00
white rabbit candy, sesame crisp, cookie crumble, maple olive oil sauce
Hojicha Pecan PastryCA$9.00
hojicha jam, warm puff pastry, roasted pecan
What 76 people are saying
Don at Kitsilano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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Innovative
Review summary
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Don at Kitsilano is a culinary gem in Vancouver, praised for its "fantastic, creative, absolutely delicious" dishes and "outstanding tasting menu." The ambiance is warm and inviting, with beautifully crafted decor by Chef Victor, who is also known for his "creative energy." Though the restaurant lacks a liquor license, the "delicious cocktails and juices" impress. Service is generally friendly, though occasionally slow. Overall, Don at Kitsilano is a must-visit for those seeking an exceptional dining experience.
76 Reviews
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Linda
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Today is my birthday,I was so surprised that I got a free dessert,amazing experience
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Everything was executed perfectly. Service was wonderful. There was a larger party of 8-10 and even then, it wasn’t loud, but we were sitting one table over from them. There really isn’t a bad seat in the house. Small, intimate, warm vibes.
Don at KitsilanoResponded 5 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and intimate atmosphere. It’s great to hear that the ambiance remained comfortable even with a larger party. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back soon!
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Brittany
Calgary7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The staff were incredibly friendly. Food and drink were amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant!
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 13 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and our hospitality. It was a pleasure having you, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Audrey VIP
Vancouver7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Had a great date night at Don! First time trying this spot, and got some great recommendations from Cliff. Loved how cozy and cute the restaurant was - appreciated all the little details from the decor and moss, to the artisanal tables.
We tried a few items. Beef tartar was really nice and fresh - could have used a bit more salt or pepper for seasoning. Salted egg yolk toast was a lovely bite - toast was crunch with a great salted egg yolk topping, perfect to share. For mains, we got the seafood congee pot pie and the pork jowl rice bowl. The congee pot pie was really unique and I enjoyed the hot sauce a lot! The pork jowl was so tender and well seasoned, and I appreciated the wasabi to cut the fat. The tomato broth was great - I could’ve just drank a bowl on its own! Lastly for dessert, the rabbit candy crème brûlée. I couldn’t taste the rabbit candy that well but I love crème brûlée in general so I still enjoyed it. I liked the fresh strawberries on top.
Overall, a great meal and I will definitely be back to try the rest of the Asian fusion dishes! Compliments to the chef and our server Cliff for the attentive service!
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 13 March 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that you had a great date night at D O N and that Cliff helped make your first visit a memorable one. We love that you noticed all the little details—our cozy space is something we're really proud of!
Your feedback on the dishes is truly appreciated. We’re glad you enjoyed the unique flavors and textures, and we’ll definitely take your notes into consideration. The congee pot pie and pork jowl rice bowl are some of our favorites too! And we love that you appreciated the wasabi touch.
Looking forward to welcoming you back soon to explore more of our menu! We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Cliff and the team. See you again soon!
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Laure
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a wonderful evening. The food was excellent, original yet comforting and refined. The service was perfect.
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 25 February 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful evening at Don. It means a lot to us that you found our food both original and comforting, and we're glad our service added to your experience. We love being a part of special occasions, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Rosanna VIP
Vancouver10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Good food and good service. Will definitely go again.
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 19 February 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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Teresa VIP
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fabulous experience from customer service to food!
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 19 February 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous experience. We can't wait to serve you again soon!
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Fernando
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
The restaurant is small, which is good, and super cozy.
Went for valentines dinner and had a 5 course meal. Originally I though it was a bit pricy but at the first bite I realized we were in for an amazing experience and the price would be worthy.
I wasn't wrong. Every single dish of the 5 course meal was spectacular, with different flavour combinations in perfect harmony. Plenty of food too!
We had the opportunity to personally thank the chef and I told him it was unforgettable.
I'll certainly be coming back soon!
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 19 February 2025
Thank you for spending your Valentine's dinner with us and for sharing such a thoughtful review! We're delighted that you found the experience well worth it and that each course exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to hear that the flavors, portions, and ambiance made for a memorable evening.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are honored that you took the time to personally thank our chef. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable dining experience!
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Julia
Vancouver13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Whole experience was great. The chef was creative in his cooking. Really like it. Everyone was friendly and nice decor in the restaurant
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 19 February 2025
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the creativity of our dishes, the friendly service, and the ambiance of our restaurant. It’s always our goal to provide a memorable experience, and we’re thrilled that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Wendy
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Vancouver! I really enjoyed their Dine Out menu. Will definitely come back again!
Don at KitsilanoResponded on 19 February 2025
Thank you for the amazing compliment! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed our Dine Out menu. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience soon!
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Don at Kitsilano is rated 4.6 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.
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