Shaughnessy Restaurant at VanDusen Botanical Garden

3.9

1027 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Romantic

SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS LOCATED IN THE SPECTACULAR VANDUSEN BOTANICAL GARDEN (A 55-ACRE TEACHING GARDEN). THE RESTAURANT WAS ORIGINALLY OPENED IN 1984 TO SERVICE THE MANY MEMBERS & GUESTS OF THE GARDEN, BUT IT SOON BECAME A POPULAR DINING ESTABLISHMENT AND HAS EVOLVED INTO A VANCOUVER LANDMARK. IT IS NOW A FAVORITE WITH LOCALS & TOURISTS ALIKE.
SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT OFFERS CONTEMPORARY COMFORT FOOD, PROFESSIONAL WARM SERVICE AND THE RIGHT MIX OF CREATIVITY AND COMMITMENT IN AN ELEGANT, RELAXED AND UNIQUE GARDEN SETTING. WE CATER TO A VARIETY OF EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR - WEDDING RECEPTIONS, ANNIVERSARIES, BIRTHDAYS, BAR/BAT MITZVAHS, FAMILY REUNIONS AND CORPORATE MEETINGS.

EXCLUSIVE RESTAURANT BOOKINGS ARE AVAILABLE AND WE CAN ACCOMODATE A VARIETY OF GROUP SIZES UP TO 200 PEOPLE.

THERE IS AMPLE FREE PARKING FOR CAR, PRIVATE COACH OR BUS. BOTH THE GARDEN AND THE RESTAURANT ARE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Northwest
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(604) 261-0011
Website
http://www.shaughnessyrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Sean Sloan
Catering
Please see our Group Menus at shaughnessyrestaurant.com or call us at 604-261-0011
Private party facilities
THE RESTAURANT MAY BE BOOKED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS EITHER EXCLUSIVELY OR NON-EXCLUSIVELY FOR SMALLER GROUPS, WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO HOST A PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12 OR A COCKTAIL RECEPTION FOR 250, SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT HAS MANY OPTIONS TO OFFER WITH AN EXQUISITE GARDEN VIEW AND FREE PARKING.
Private party contact
TONI HULSCH: (604) 261-0011

Location
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1
Area
South Granville
Cross Street
37TH AVENUE
Parking details
WE HAVE AMPLE FREE/COMPLIMENTARY PARKING FOR 200 CARS; ALSO PRIVATE COACH AND BUS PARKING AREA..
Public transit
SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS ON OAK STREET WHICH IS THE MAIN THROUGHFARE FOR MANY ARTERIES INTO OR OUT OF THE CITY. ON ROUTE FROM OR TO THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OR THE US BORDER. SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS 15 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN AND 15 MINUTES FROM THE AIRPORT. TRANSIT BUS STOPS ARE LOCATED ONLY 2 MINUTES FROM THE ENTRANCE TO THE GARDEN.
Entertainment
THE OPPORTUNITY TO STROLL IN A 55 ACRE BOTANICAL GARDEN OFFERING AMAZING FOLIAGE AND GROWTH EVERY MONTH OF THE YEAR. TEST YOUR SENSE OF DIRECTION AS YOU FIND YOUR WAY THROUGH THE POPULAR "GARDEN MAZE". RELAX AND FIND YOUR CENTER IN THE MEDITATION GARDEN OR MEANDER THROUGH MEDITERRANEAN BELT. YOU'LL FIND JURASSIC SIZE PLANTS AROUND LINVINGSTONE LAKE. THE STONE GARDEN IS ONE OF VANCOUVER'S HIGHEST ELEVATIONS, OFFERING A VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS ON A CLEAR DAY. TRULY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE !!
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Kale CaesarCA$15.00
kale, avocado, crispy chickpeas, capers, parmesan
Winter GreensCA$15.00
chard, kale, spinach, roasted brussel sprouts, butternut squash, roasted mushrooms, creamy truffle vinaigrette
Rocket GreensCA$14.00
watermelon radish, manchego, pears, endive, maple vinaigrette
Wild Mushroom SoupCA$8.00
vegan style, truffle oil
Clam ChowderCA$9.00
manhattan style

Small Plates

Mediterranean CalamariCA$16.00
salt and pepper squid, onions, olives, fried capers, arugula, chili lime aioli
Prawn GyozaCA$16.00
lemongrass scented, caramelized onions, spicy yogurt sauce, scallions
Coconut PrawnsCA$15.00
spicy chili aioli
Prosciutto and Buffalo MozzarellaCA$16.00
smoked olives, lightly grilled ciabatta

Big Plates

MusselsCA$19.00
white wine, leeks, roasted garlic cream sauce
CioppinoCA$29.00
fish, scallops, prawns, mussels, clams, spiced tomato & fennel broth
Buttermilk Fried ChickenCA$27.00
pickled fennel & radishes, whipped garlic mash, horseradish creme fraiche
Braised Pulled PorkCA$26.00
pappardelle, wild mushrooms, parsley, roasted garlic cream
Short RibsCA$29.00
thai coconut braised short ribs, sautéed kale, roasted fingerling potatoes, squash & cumin puree, spiced hoisin glaze
Organic SteelheadCA$29.00
chickpea and tomato ragu, tempura asparagus, citrus beurre blanc
Sweet Pea, Ginger and Mushroom RisottoCA$24.00
vegan style
Grilled StriploinCA$30.00
cabernet jus, olive oil crushed potatoes, roasted broccolini, baby carrot

What 1,027 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.7Food
4Service
4Ambience
0.8Value

Noise • Moderate

1,027 Reviews

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jacmac
VIP
Vancouver
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Reviewed on 30 December 2017
1. Overall 3
Fast service, decent but not remarkable food, not a varied menu but we enjoyed what we had. Odd square table with 4 fold outs to make it round was uneven, so my plate rocked throughout the meal. Chowder was more potatoes than seafood, stroganoff more noodles than sauce, lamb and calamari were good and desserts were good but again not exceptionally notable. Service staff were very attentive and courteous. Paying more for the location than the food itself I think.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Reviewed on 18 December 2017
1. Overall 1
we booked restaurant for christmas dinner we were told to book extra people just in case we were told that we would not have to pay for these places in case people dont show up we had sixteen people but were charged for 28 people after speaking with the manager, told that this was policy so because we did not have the name of the person who took the booking, the manager refused to give us a refund so only sixteen dinners were served but charged for 28 so if you like being cheated, please go to this restaurant otherwise much better choices in vancouver, a great city for restaurants with many other choices
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant has the potential to be so much more. We were a group of three friends meeting for lunch to catch up with each other. I enjoyed the ambience and quiet atmosphere conducive to chatting - the pleasant background music was at a volume that made chatting easy. We asked to move to another booth because our original booth was blasting heat out of the seat and we were graciously accommodated. Parking is free (which is worthy of mention considering this is Vancouver) with easy restaurant access! Where this restaurant well short was regarding the service. We had to ask for coffee and water refills and the waiter took two plates away while our friends was still eating and then returned and took her plate and she had to inform him she was still eating the sandwich! Something I didn't expect from this caliber of restaurant - we weren't at Denny's. Our meals were just average. Both my friends enjoyed theirs but I ordered the quinoa salad which was sorely lacking - presentation was awful - a few mixed greens tossed on the plate with a bit of quinoa scattered throughout. Really disappointing considering the price point. It's in a lovely setting and has an old-school vibe which I enjoyed immensely but service definitely needs some attention.
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NJxx
Vancouver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
My family wanted to take me out for a Birthday Brunch and thought Shaughnessy Restaurant would be a treat for me. Unfortunately I felt so bad at their discomfort as our service was poor, the waiter who took our order was either hung over or clearly did not wish to be there. We repeatedly requested various needs example: a soup spoon for the soup and our second tea ordered but missed just to name a couple, which is fine it happens but the last straw was when we wanted to pack remaining food home which included hashbrowns (which were delicious) but when we got back our packages most of the food that was on our plates was not included (less hashbrowns/part of a sandwhich - usually when someone asks to pack something home it includes all that is on the plate or at least it should be clarified) I am disappointed this happened for this occasion.
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Wolf
Vancouver
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Very very slow service and was sitting for two hours when my niece had homework to do so we had to rush eat and leave and the food was cold to our table so not happy that night
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Localgal
Vancouver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 30 October 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Although the food and service was very good and it’s a beautiful spot, we found the price point a bit high for what we got.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
special thanks to the waitress helping us, so sorry to forget ask her name, she is sweet, beautiful, soft, attentive, patient make me very comfortable , absolutely will come back, I was at brunch time, thanks Josephine
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Ruth
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere, view, food and service. I would have given a 5 however 3 items were incorrect in our order 2 of which were forgotten. Our waiter was very attentive and personable which is a big part of a dining experience.
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Lizzyfizzy
Vancouver
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The service was a little slow at times but generally a pleasant lunch with friends.
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Susan
Vancouver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 October 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The server was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. One concern, however, was that bread rolls were not provided with the clam chowder soup, and when requested took a little time to arrive, by which time the soup was cold. I realize that the delay was caused by the need to bake fresh rolls which is understandable, but I wonder whether the need for freshly baked rolls could be better anticipated. In compensation for the cold soup, an additional cup of hot soup was provided. The creme brulee infused with rose and geranium was excellent - probably the best that I have ever tasted!
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5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 4H1

Additional information

Cross Street
37TH AVENUE
Area
South Granville
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Northwest
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
WE HAVE AMPLE FREE/COMPLIMENTARY PARKING FOR 200 CARS; ALSO PRIVATE COACH AND BUS PARKING AREA..
Public transit
SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS ON OAK STREET WHICH IS THE MAIN THROUGHFARE FOR MANY ARTERIES INTO OR OUT OF THE CITY. ON ROUTE FROM OR TO THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OR THE US BORDER. SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT IS 15 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN AND 15 MINUTES FROM THE AIRPORT. TRANSIT BUS STOPS ARE LOCATED ONLY 2 MINUTES FROM THE ENTRANCE TO THE GARDEN.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sean Sloan
Entertainment
THE OPPORTUNITY TO STROLL IN A 55 ACRE BOTANICAL GARDEN OFFERING AMAZING FOLIAGE AND GROWTH EVERY MONTH OF THE YEAR. TEST YOUR SENSE OF DIRECTION AS YOU FIND YOUR WAY THROUGH THE POPULAR "GARDEN MAZE". RELAX AND FIND YOUR CENTER IN THE MEDITATION GARDEN OR MEANDER THROUGH MEDITERRANEAN BELT. YOU'LL FIND JURASSIC SIZE PLANTS AROUND LINVINGSTONE LAKE. THE STONE GARDEN IS ONE OF VANCOUVER'S HIGHEST ELEVATIONS, OFFERING A VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS ON A CLEAR DAY. TRULY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE !!
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.shaughnessyrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(604) 261-0011
Catering
Please see our Group Menus at shaughnessyrestaurant.com or call us at 604-261-0011
Private party facilities
THE RESTAURANT MAY BE BOOKED FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS EITHER EXCLUSIVELY OR NON-EXCLUSIVELY FOR SMALLER GROUPS, WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO HOST A PRIVATE DINNER FOR 12 OR A COCKTAIL RECEPTION FOR 250, SHAUGHNESSY RESTAURANT HAS MANY OPTIONS TO OFFER WITH AN EXQUISITE GARDEN VIEW AND FREE PARKING.
Private party contact
TONI HULSCH: (604) 261-0011

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Menu

Salads & Soups

Kale CaesarCA$15.00

Winter GreensCA$15.00

Rocket GreensCA$14.00

Wild Mushroom SoupCA$8.00

Clam ChowderCA$9.00

Small Plates

Mediterranean CalamariCA$16.00

Prawn GyozaCA$16.00

Coconut PrawnsCA$15.00

Prosciutto and Buffalo MozzarellaCA$16.00

Big Plates

MusselsCA$19.00

CioppinoCA$29.00

Buttermilk Fried ChickenCA$27.00

Braised Pulled PorkCA$26.00

Short RibsCA$29.00

Organic SteelheadCA$29.00

Sweet Pea, Ginger and Mushroom RisottoCA$24.00

Grilled StriploinCA$30.00

What 1,027 people are saying

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