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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House, Vancouver, BC

Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

4.6
4.6
8754 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 115 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for fine wines
Joe Fortes has been specializing in classic, American cuisine since 1985. The turn-of-the-century inspired dining room features 30-foot high ceilings and six unique dining venues that include our Rooftop Garden. Director of Culinary, Wayne Sych, and Executive Chef, Ryan Green, prepare each dish with a focus on natural flavours and features the finest ingredients from Pacific Northwest farmers, fishermen, and other food artisans. Serving more than 30 kinds of fresh fish, premium oysters and thick chops daily, Joe’s signature dishes have become a favourite with locals, celebrities & tourists alike. Joe’s is known as the best oyster bar in Vancouver and is home to some of North America's best oyster shuckers. Our award winning wine list features over 200 selections from prominent wine regions throughout the world. Enjoy a delicious cocktail at our bar with live piano music nightly or on our seasonal Rooftop Patio (reservable only by calling the restaurant directly).

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 669-1940
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Green
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Melissa Rollan: (604) 669-1940
  • Area
    West End
  • Cross Street
    Robson
  • Parking details
    Valet service available at 4PM.
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 8,754 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Most Booked

  • Vancouver

    Hot spot

  • Vancouver

    Great for live music

  • Vancouver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is a vibrant restaurant renowned for its "exceptional service" and "amazing food." Guests love the bustling atmosphere and the rooftop dining experience. While some find it noisy, the seafood dishes, particularly the cioppino and oysters, receive high praise. Perfect for special occasions!

8,754 Reviews
  1. Lori

    Vancouver

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday Happy Hour!!! Everything was awesome in this iconic place - service exceptional food & bevy’s amazing

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  2. Nercelica Mae

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Upon arriving, we we're greeted right away and showed us our table. The ambience we're fun and Christmas-y but the environment were too loud. We we're sitting in the corner and there we're 4 of us, it was tight between the wall and our table. The round table isn't enough space for 4 people though =(. But our server (Vincent - if I'm not mistaken) was great. The food was amazing and the restroom was clean. And the staff are all friendly =) Thank you for an amazing birthday dinner!!

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  3. Lorne

    Calgary

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambiance. Everything from the fresh oysters, Miso Sablefish and Pavlova.

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  4. Yen

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Some items changed on their HH menu but pork belly sliders is a new addition that was delicious. Drink options for HH also changed a bit. We usually go every month or two for HH. Always love the food, ambiance, and service. Today service was only okay...our waitress was young female who i never seen before so j assume she must be new maybe but she wasn't very attentive. Didn't ge the attentive warm service we normally receive whenever we visit. We also visit often cause one of the few places I always eat oysters and never gotten sick and service always good so today service felt off but hopefully we receive better next time. Usually we get a waiter who is a long time employee based on our memory of familiar faces whenever we go back. Still one of my favorite places to dine throughout the year.

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  5. Vic

    Manitoba

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and plentiful. A bit on expensive side.

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  6. Heather

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service - waiter was amazing. Tables are a bit to close for my personal liking but it would not stop me from going back.

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  7. Patrick

    Montreal

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brooklyn she is the best taking care of us Nice experience Go back for sure

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  8. ARTURO

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy buena comida y lugar mariscos muy buenos., carne le.falta calidas

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  9. Richard

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have enjoyed dining at Joe Fortes for at least 25 years and it remains one of the best restaurants in Vancouver. The food was divine...particularly the trio of fresh fish/seafood. Thank you, Joe Fortes. Don't ever change!!

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  10. Lynne

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is always good but it’s hard to have a conversation

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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House is rated 4.6 stars by 8754 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 115 times today
Google Map for Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Robson
  • Area
    West End
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet service available at 4PM.
  • Public transit
    Five minute walk from Burrard Skytrain Station and Vancouver City Centre Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan Green
  • Entertainment
    Live Piano 7 days a week
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (604) 669-1940
  • Private party facilities
    Visit Joe Fortes and you are welcomed into an environment whose vibrant sights and sounds are as enticing as the menu is. With our name inspired by a local legend famous for his warm, welcoming nature, we naturally believe that hospitality is key in creating a memorable group dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Melissa Rollan: (604) 669-1940
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