The best restaurants for lunch meetings in Vancouver

Apr 13 2018, 6:08 am

Whether it’s a business deal or you’re meeting a friend during your lunch hour, good food and good timing can be tricky to find in Vancouver.

We all know there’s nothing worse than waiting for your food when you’ve still got half a day of work ahead, and choosing the location of an important meeting is crucial in business, it can totally seal the deal.

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With quick and efficient service, but quiet enough to hear yourself think, there’s little chance you’ll be late to your afternoon meeting leaving these spots.

There are some perfect places to grab a bite in Vancouver during a business meeting or a quick mid-day meet-up.

Coquille Fine Seafood

With an affordable lunch menu, this new-ish addition to Gastown makes a great spot to head for a meeting or a meet-up for a mid-day meal.

Address: 181 Carrall Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-559-6009

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Market by Jean-Georges


On the third floor of the opulent Shangri-La Hotel you will find the luxurious Market by Jean-Georges and an award-winning menu. This spot serves its lunch menu from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Address: 1115 Alberni Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-695-1115

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Chambar

Just like its Belgium-inspired menu, Chambar restaurant’s interior is impeccable. This spot serves its lunch is served from 11:30 am to 3 pm from Monday to Friday.

Address: 568 Beatty Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-879-7119

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Banter Room

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Banter Room is one of Yaletown’s best spot to head for a quick work lunch. They’ve got a good selection of grub and beverages on their menu.

Address: 1039 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-565-1039

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Earls

It goes without saying, you can head into any Earls location and rest assured you’ll be in and out, and full of your favourite dish off of the Canadian chain’s menu.

Address: 1095 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-688-4990

Address: 905 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-682-6700

Address: 1185 Robson Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-669-0020

Address: 1601 W Broadway, Vancouver
Phone: 604-736-5663

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Hawksworth

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You can never go wrong with booking a lunch meeting at Hawksworth Restaurant, and the fact that it’s right next to Bel Cafe means you can grab a cheeky pastry to go on your way back to the office.

Address: Rosewood Hotel Georgia – 801 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-673-7000

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Per Se Social Corner

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Conveniently located in Yaletown, Social Corner suits all quick business lunch needs with its Spanish tapas and charcuterie selection.

Address: 891 Homer Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-428-6111

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YEW

Tucked into the Four Seasons Vancouver, this spot is a great place to head if you need to be in and out in a jiffy.

Address: 791 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-692-4939

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Cactus Club

Old faithful, if Cactus doesn’t cross your mind when you’re thinking up an easy and dependable spot for a lunch meeting, we’d be surprised

Address: 357 Davie Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-685-8070

Address: 588 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-682-0933

Address: 1136 Robson Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-687-3278

Address: 1085 Canada Place, Vancouver
Phone: 604-620-7410

Address: 1790 Beach Avenue, Vancouver
Phone: 604-681-2582

Address: 1530 W Broadway, Vancouver
Phone: 604-733-0434

Address: 575 W Broadway, Vancouver
Phone: 604-714-6000

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WildTale

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Enjoy wild and fresh seafood dished in a warm and friendly atmosphere, with no drawn-out timeline.

Address: 1079 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-428-9211

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Minami

A fantastic place to impress an out-of-towner, Minami’s Aburi Sushi will close any deal if you come here for meetings.

Address: 1118 Mainland Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-685-8080

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Joe Fortes Seafood and Chop House


If you like seafood and fast, quality service, Joe Fortes is a fantastic place to head for a mid-day meeting.

Address: 777 Thurlow Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-669-1940

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1927 Lobby Lounge

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This spot has a great lunch menu and atmosphere for casual meetings in Downtown Vancouver.

Address: 801 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-673-7089

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H Tasting Lounge

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For a chic and satisfying lunch experience in Coal Harbour, H Tasting Lounge is the spot to head.

Address: Westin Bayshore – 1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver
Phone: 604-691-6962

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JOEY

Another solid family of restaurants to head to in Vancouver if you’re looking for a meeting place.

Address: 820 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-683-5639

Address: 507 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-915-5639

Address: 1424 W Broadway, Vancouver
Phone: 604-732-5639

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Copper Chimney

This spot is located in the heart of Vancouver’s Financial District. This urban, Indian-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar is great for mid-day meetings.

Address: Executive Hotel Le Soleil – 567 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-689-8862

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Dalina

With a recently-updated lunch menu and a prime location in the middle of Chinatown, Dalina is a great place to head to get some business done or reunite with a buddy for a quick bite.

Address: 687 Main Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-428-4364

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Nightingale

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Convenient location, fresh menu with a variety of dishes, what more could you ask for?

Address: 1017 W Hastings Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-695-9500

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Notch8

Locating in the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Notch8 has a winning menu and location for all varieties of meetings.

Address: 900 W Georgia Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-662-1900

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