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Wildlight Kitchen & Bar, Vancouver, BC

Wildlight Kitchen & Bar

4.6
4.6
118 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
A celebration of West Coast culture and cuisine, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar is a MICHELIN® Guide Recommended selection. The approachable, premium- casual concept highlights ethically sourced, seasonal ingredients in modern all-day dishes by homegrown culinary talent, Chef Warren Chow, recipient of Michelin’s first-ever Young Chef Award for Vancouver in 2023. Chow’s menu is matched by select regional wines and handcrafted cocktails, all served in a warmly welcoming and stylish dining space, along with the enclosed glass, year-round atrium. Wildlight Kitchen + Bar's wine list is recognized by the Vancouver International Wine Festival, and Wine Spectator for its selections and ongoing commitment to B.C. wines and other international bottles.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (604) 915-0722
  • Website
    https://wildlightrestaurant.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Warren Chow
  • Private party facilities
    We have options ranging from 12 to 150 guests. Spanning options from cocktails & canapes, to tasting menu dining, and everything in between. Email Ashley Jamieson at info@wildlightrestaurant.ca for your events package.
  • Location
    5380 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 0C9
  • Area
    University Area
  • Cross Street
    Courtyard, beside Urban Fare, between Toronto and Shortcut Roads.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dine Out Vancouver

    CA$65.00 per person

    22 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    Experience our 3- course prix fixe menu for $65.00/ person from January 22nd-Feb 9th, 2025
    Dine Out Vancouver photo

  • Valentine's Day Dinner for Two

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Celebrate connection this Valentine’s Day with a 4-course Prix Fixe Dinner for Two at Wildlight. For $180, enjoy a menu for two inspired by the fresh, seasonal ingredients and the vibrant flavours of the West Coast, perfect for sharing with someone special—whether it’s your partner, a family member, or a close friend. Each course, from the thoughtfully crafted appetizers to the exquisite mains and decadent desserts, is designed to create a memorable dining experience. Ask your server to explore our expertly curated wine pairings, available at an additional cost.
    Valentine's Day Dinner for Two photo

  • Valentine's Weekend: Dinner for Two

    15 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
    Celebrate connection this Valentine’s Day with a 4-course Prix Fixe Dinner for Two at Wildlight. For $180, enjoy a menu for two inspired by the fresh, seasonal ingredients and the vibrant flavours of the West Coast, perfect for sharing with someone special—whether it’s your partner, a family member, or a close friend. Each course, from the thoughtfully crafted appetizers to the exquisite mains and decadent desserts, is designed to create a memorable dining experience. Ask your server to explore our expertly curated wine pairings, available at an additional cost.
    Valentine's Weekend: Dinner for Two photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Daily from 3pm-5pm!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 11:00 - 16:00
    Happy Hour is on daily from 3pm-5pm! Come in prior to events at the Chan Centre, on UBC's campus, or at Thunderbird Stadium. Whether it's a comfy booth in our dining room next to floor to ceiling windows, or a cozy table in the covered, heated atrium listening to the rain on the glass top- Join us in for a relaxing happy hour. Great value on Mussels & Fries, Fresh Oysters, our Wildlight Chicken Wings, a juicy Wagyu Burger, and our famous Oyster Motoyaki. Additional deals include wine by the glass for $8.00. Sleeves of Powell Street Lager for $5. Don't miss the $10 Old Fashioneds and $10 Negronis!

    Happy Hour Daily from 3pm-5pm! photo

Menu

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What 118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Vancouver Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Vancouver Suburbs

    Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wildlight Kitchen & Bar offers a "lovely atmosphere" with attentive service and a "creative menu" that features standout dishes like chicken and waffles, scallop risotto, and Fanny Bay oysters. Guests appreciate the "friendly and professional" staff, making it a "perfect spot" for celebrations and casual gatherings alike.

118 Reviews

  1. Miles

    Vancouver

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the two vegan options on the menu. Really superior flavours and presentation.

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  2. Barbara

    VIP

    Vancouver

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We do not eat meat, so we wish there were more choices. My husband had oysters, and they were wonderful, but the order is only for six. I ordered a delicious chicken dish that had chestnuts and vegetables and a yummy sauce, but again, it was a very small order. We love the mushroom appetizer! We will go back, but do wish the restaurant would make bigger portions.

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  3. Pam

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Felt like part of a corporate chain (think Cactus Club, Milestones etc) -and it’s expensive. The service was excellent, the food is good but something about the overall ambiance is missing-while positioned as fine dining, doesn’t tick off all the boxes for that kind of experience

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  4. Nancy and Peter

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very pleased with the food and service. Our disappointment was that the trout was ocean farmed so not sustainable. We made other choices because of that.

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  5. Patrick

    VIP

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Under rated excellent spot for good food and service !

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  6. mark

    Edmonton

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 8 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for happy hour. Ordered three dishes and two drinks. Was never offered last call for happy hour. Waiter came by and remove the menu. Was never asked once whether we enjoyed our meal. The greeting at the door was very pleasant and professional after that the wheels came off. The happier menu is not worth the cost or service.

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  7. Debi

    Atlantic Canada

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most amazing brunch today. I had the chicken and waffles which were so good. I’m seriously going to dream about them. My partner had the crabcakes Benny and he said they were delicious. The service was exceptional, from the hostess to the server & bar staff, everyone was friendly & we felt so welcome! The restaurant is lovely, and warm and very clean! We can’t wait to go back and try the dinner menu!

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  8. Linda

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was quiet and not busy on a Saturday morning. The free underground parking was great and handy. It was good food…nothing that was particularly outstanding but fine. Wished you opened earlier for brunch.

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  9. PARI

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Eventhough the menu is relatively the same as the previous times we have visited Wildlight, the overall taste and quality of food has definitely changed. We have dined here several times even came to the opening and the food was always delicious and well done. The last time we ate there after Christmas, none of the dishes were done properly. The scallop risotto, the scallops were definitely smaller than Hokkaidos and very tough and the risotto underdone. The duck was tasteless even with its sauce. The beet salad hardly had any dressing and just bland. on a positive note, our server was pleasant and attentive. We did not complain and in fact left a generous tip.

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  10. Carson

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as usual, great food, highly recommended

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FAQs

Wildlight Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 915-0722.

Wildlight Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 118 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wildlight Kitchen & Bar

5380 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 0C9

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Courtyard, beside Urban Fare, between Toronto and Shortcut Roads.
  • Area
    University Area
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Warren Chow
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://wildlightrestaurant.ca/
  • Phone number
    (604) 915-0722
  • Private party facilities
    We have options ranging from 12 to 150 guests. Spanning options from cocktails & canapes, to tasting menu dining, and everything in between. Email Ashley Jamieson at info@wildlightrestaurant.ca for your events package.
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