Blue Water Cafe

$$$$

4.7(3,444)

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Location & Hours

Address

1095 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9, Canada
Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9
Canada

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 10:30 PM

Monday4:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Tuesday4:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Wednesday4:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Thursday4:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Friday2:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Saturday2:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Sunday2:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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Contact Information

(604) 688-8078

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About Blue Water Cafe

Destination in a heritage warehouse space offering sustainable seafood with innovative touches.

Price range: very expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on July 30, 2025.

4.7/5

Based on 3,444 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Magdalena Smillie

a week ago

Blue Water Cafe isn’t just our favorite restaurant—it’s our second home. My husband and I come here all the time, and it’s always special. But when it came time to plan our wedding party, they turned ...

Dylan G

4 weeks ago

A must-visit when in Vancouver! Everything was exquisite, from the food to the service. The duck breast special was hands down the best duck I’ve ever had. Every dish was beautifully presented and tas...

Pam Baker

a week ago

Absolutely the best fresh fish in Vancouver! Came for sun setters lunch on the weekend in their porch. Great vibe and shaded porch! Loved the Mediterranean salad, tempura sushi roll and crab cake. D...

A D

2 months ago

Despite being owned by a group and operating as a large restaurant, we really loved this place. The service was personalized and attentive—a pleasant surprise! The food was mostly excellent, starting ...

Maggie Tung

a month ago

We stopped in for after-dinner cocktails and snacks and had a wonderful experience. Stefan and Brent provided excellent service—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Their cocktail re...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners consistently report exceptional experiences, highlighting the restaurant's ability to create memorable moments, particularly for special occasions. The restaurant is repeatedly described as exceeding expectations.

Customer Favorites

Fresh fish preparations, including sashimi and the Western Pacific Tuna, are highly praised. Other standouts include Mediterranean salad, tempura sushi roll, crab cake, duck breast special, oysters, Black Forest dessert and custom cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Whisky Sour.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is noted for its great ambiance, especially the outdoor patio and shaded porch, and personalized, attentive service. Specific staff members like Stephan, Brent, Erin, Martin, Adam and Ben are commended for their friendliness, knowledge, and professionalism.

Value & Quality

The food is consistently described as fresh, delicious, flavorful, and beautifully presented, indicating high quality ingredients and preparation. The impressive alcohol selection and well-crafted cocktails add to the perceived value.

Areas for Improvement

One review noted the "Turbo Island Baffin" dish was slightly less flavorful compared to other menu items.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews emphasize the restaurant's suitability for special events, highlighting the attentive staff and ability to create a personalized and memorable experience. The freshness and quality of fish dishes are also a recurring theme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Blue Water Cafe located?

Blue Water Cafe is located at 1095 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9, Canada.

What is the price range at Blue Water Cafe?

Blue Water Cafe is listed as very expensive.

Where can I find the hours for Blue Water Cafe?

The listed hours for Blue Water Cafe are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Blue Water Cafe?

Call Blue Water Cafe at (604) 688-8078. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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