Vancouver Restaurants To Try While Exploring Canada By Train

One of the most popular stops along the Rocky Mountaineer train route is Vancouver: the city of many delights. On your visit to this unique locale, try to get a taste of one of its many popular restaurants. This article highlights some famous eateries where you can enjoy a memorable meal to make your holiday even more special.

Hook Seabar

While you’re sure to make the most of the stunning views from the Rocky Mountaineer train windows, visiting this restaurant in Vancouver will make you feel you’ve hopped on to a cruise. Looking over the serene waters of English Bay, you can enjoy a delectable range of seafood here. A must try is the sourdough-crusted roasted Ling cod, a delicate and meaty fish, which is an excellent choice. If you’re in the mood for a nice cocktail, try the Bloody Caesar, which is the Canadian version of the Bloody Mary – replacing the original tomato juice with clam juice.

Le Crocodile

Run by Chef Michel Jacob, Le Crocodile is a shining gem of Vancouver’s fine dining scene ever since it opened in 1983. It prides itself on serving classic French cuisine, such as escargots, pan-seared veal sweetbreads, roasted duck breast with foie gras and Provençal-style lamb shanks. The service is pleasant and the set up is understated yet elegant. It comes as no surprise that Le Crocodile has been topping the local “best French” lists over the past years.

Vij's

If you fancy some Indian cuisine, then this should be top on your list. It’s believed to be the most innovative desi eatery in North America. Run by celebrity chef Vikram Vij and Meeru Dhalwala, they’ve together created a menu full of Indian flavours combined with European culinary techniques. It’s nothing like the usual food from a regular Indian takeaway — dishes on offer include mouth-watering marinated lamb "popsicles" in fenugreek cream curry, jackfruit in black cardamom and cumin curry and garam masala portobello mushrooms in a porcini cream curry. The service is friendly and warm, in keeping with the Indian culture of hospitality. Often Vij himself is serving guests, making them feel welcome in the restaurant.

Blue Water Café

Set up in a warehouse-style building, this has an enormous wood-beamed ceiling and exposed brick walls. It offers one of the best seafood dishes in town, which make it a must-visit for anyone who loves to taste authentic and local flavours. Some recommendations to try include the iconic sablefish with a miso sake glaze or the fleshy local Ling cod with chorizo, chickpeas and smoked-paprika sauce. Additionally, the cellar is home to about 14,000 bottles, which ensures enough variety for everyone’s preferences.

While you’ll experience top-class treatment aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train, you should also make the most of your journey by choosing some interesting cities to stop by. Vancouver is an excellent choice if you’re a passionate foodie, with its impressive variety of eateries and restaurants that boast of exquisite menus. Clearly, a holiday with the Rocky Mountaineer train is not just a treat for the eyes, but also for your taste buds.

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John Dixon is the Managing Director of Prestige Holidays, and has been working alongside his advisors for 30 years to craft luxury getaways in various resorts across the globe. Culture-fuelled escorted tours and unique experiences such as the Rocky Mountaineer train never fail to entice new clients, and John’s love for the finer things in life is echoed in the high standard of each holiday.