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JJs Restaurant at VCC, Vancouver, BC

JJs Restaurant at VCC

4.9
4.9
303 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
JJ’s Restaurant is a Vancouver institution. Both the kitchen and front of house are run by students who are in their 2nd level of cook training. Enjoy a three-course a la carte lunch which is reasonably priced and produced with the highest level of passion and care by students with the guidance of their Chef Instructors. If you are interested in a group booking please email culinaryarts@vcc.ca.

Please note that JJ’s and Chef’s Table service may be interrupted by inclement weather, including extreme heat or significant snowfalls. VCC makes this precaution to keep the staff and customers safe. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Contemporary French / American, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 443-8479
  • Website
    http://www.vcc.ca/services/eat-shop--more/jjs-restaurant/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tobias MacDonald
  • Location
    250 Pender St W, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9
  • Area
    Chinatown
  • Cross Street
    Hamilton
  • Parking details
    street parking also available
  • Public transit
    Stadium/Chinatown Sky Train Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Table

    CA$60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    The Chef's Table dinners, are one of Vancouver's best-kept secrets! Enjoy a gourmet five-course meal designed by Chef Hamid Salimian with optional selected wine pairings, served in a unique group setting with only 10 seats available per night. The Chef's Table dinners are run by students, led by award winning instructors in Vancouver Community College's International Culinary Arts Program. Thank you for supporting VCC students-gratuities help the VCC Foundation create awards and bursaries. Dietary restrictions and preferences may be accommodated with at least 24 hrs notice. Please direct requests to culinaryarts@vcc.ca. Please note that Chef’s Table service may be interrupted by extreme heat. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Menu

3 Course Meal $40. Individual Pricing Appetizers - $11, Entrées - $20 Dessert - $11

Appetizers

  • Kale & Arugula

    sesame vinaigrette, beetroot, mint, falafel, goat cheese

    • Shrimp and Scallop

      pickled vegetables, avocado mousse, ponzu mayo

      • Beef Carpaccio

        celery apple salad, Grana Padano, mustard seed, focaccia crisp, soy vinaigrette

        • Short Rib

          potato foam, tomato confit, gaufrette potatoes

          Entrées

          • Steelhead Trout

            risotto, chimichurri, beurre blanc

            • Rack of Lamb

              shoulder terrine, späetzle, sauerkraut purée, red wine jus

              • Pork Wellington

                pomme dauphine, roasted mushroom, brandy cream sauce

                • Cornish Game Hen

                  galantine, creamy polenta, crunchy BBQ

                  Desserts

                  • Citrus

                    limoncello bavarois, calamansi curd, olive oil sablé, elderflower meringue, grapefruit sorbet, blackberry coulis

                    • Cocoa

                      spiced chocolate, chocolate espuma, banana rum brulé, churro, passion fruit sorbet, dulce de leche

                      • Hazelnut

                        praline profiteroles, poached pears, hazelnut streusel, pear sorbet, gianduja sauce

                        • Apple

                          tart tatin, brie cheesecake, apple beignet, crème fraiche ice cream, maple bourbon butterscotch

                          Drinks Menu

                            Wine

                            • Gray Monk BC

                              Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir

                              • 6 oz.CA$9.00
                              • 1/2 LCA$25.00
                              • BottleCA$37.00

                            • Cedar Creek

                              Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot

                              • 6 oz.CA$9.00
                              • 1/2 LCA$25.00
                              • BottleCA$37.00

                            Craft Beer 355ml $7.00

                            • Whistler Brewing

                              Bear Paw Honey lager

                              • Lonetree

                                Dry Apple Cider

                                • Parallel 49

                                  Filthy Dirty IPA

                                  • Blue Buck

                                    Pale Ale

                                    • Steamworks

                                      Pilsner

                                      Cocktails 2oz.

                                      • CaesarCA$9.00

                                        • CosmopolitanCA$9.00

                                          • Lime MargaritaCA$9.00

                                            • MocktailCA$5.00

                                              Highballs 1oz.

                                              $6

                                              • Rye

                                                • Vodka

                                                  • Gin

                                                    • Rum

                                                      • Scotch

                                                        Non Alcoholic

                                                        • Perrier WaterCA$3.25

                                                          • Coffee or TeaCA$3.00

                                                            • EspressoCA$4.00

                                                              • CappuccinoCA$5.00

                                                                • LatteCA$5.50

                                                                  • Hot Water & LemonCA$1.25

                                                                    Soda

                                                                    $3

                                                                    • Pepsi

                                                                      • Diet Pepsi

                                                                        • 7-Up

                                                                          • Ginger Ale

                                                                            • Ice Tea

                                                                              Juice

                                                                              $3.25

                                                                              • Lemonade

                                                                                • Apple

                                                                                  • Orange

                                                                                    • Tomato

                                                                                      • Pink Grapefruit

                                                                                        Last updated: 2 October 2024

                                                                                        What 303 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                        4.9
                                                                                        4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 5Food
                                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                        • 5Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

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                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        JJ's Restaurant at VCC is a "hidden gem" that offers exquisite dishes crafted by talented students under expert guidance. Guests rave about "delectable food," "impeccable service," and an "exceptional dining experience" at an accessible price. The atmosphere is charming, making every visit memorable and worth repeating.

                                                                                        303 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Shirley

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          This is my second time dining at JJ's cafe, it is always excellent. Everything was amazing. I recommend it to my friends.

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                                                                                        2. Rosalie

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We went there to celebrate a birthday. It is so nice to go to a place and be able to chat and hear one another. The food and presentation was fantastic.

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                                                                                        3. Susan

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 20 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Gourmet food in a lovely, wood-panelled room. Eager, helpful waitress too. My friend + I had a great time!

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                                                                                        4. John

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 20 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Really beautiful intimate experience. Loved every dish. Would love to try the wine pairing next time.

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                                                                                        5. Leonardo

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          It is a restaurant is run by the Culinary Students, so mistakes can happen. My service was great, no mistakes, food was great specially the new banana brule dessert. it's affordable comparing to others places, considering you will have a 3 course meal with good ingredients. Totally worth it.

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                                                                                        6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 6 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Great service . Lovely three course lunch. Fine dining and wonderful plating and food tastes. Each dish is explained In detail and thanks to all at JJ’s!

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                                                                                        7. Barbara

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                          vip
                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 5 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          We have been coming here since 1991. Each and every time has gifted us with a very positive and delicious experience

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                                                                                        8. Alfred

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 4 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Excellent service! Delicious and amazing cuisine. 😋 Thank you Dennis, Karen and Khoi. 😊

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                                                                                        9. amy

                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 22 October 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Nice dinning experience, good food and service. Would love to go back !

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                                                                                        10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                          Vancouver

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 11 October 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Food was great and service was amazing! Had a great experience and we will definitely be back :)

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                                                                                        JJs Restaurant at VCC is rated 4.9 stars by 303 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        19:00
                                                                                        Booked 2 times today
                                                                                        Experiences are available.
                                                                                        Google Map for JJs Restaurant at VCC

                                                                                        250 Pender St W, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S9

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                          Hamilton
                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                          Chinatown
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:30 pm–8:30 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Canadian, Contemporary French / American, International
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          street parking also available
                                                                                        • Public transit
                                                                                          Stadium/Chinatown Sky Train Station
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                          Tobias MacDonald
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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