WildFin American Grill

What a great place in a new and refreshed Vancouver riverfront.YELP SHORT ANSWER: Absolutely this is a first class , causal, water front establishment than is all about fun... not inexpensive but well worth a visit or being a local. LOCATION: Amazing waterfront location, pricey real estate but you can park and spend the afternoon bar-hopping and just exploring. More great expansion of this waterfront area is happening. We used to live there now thinking about moving back just because of the waterfront. Parking is a bit confusing the first time, tall building and open lots be aware of your surroundings later in the evening. FACILITY: Wow, the lease on this huge space must be ginormous but it is so nice. Not noisy, great views, and easy access indoors or out. MENU: Only enjoyed dinner here but there were so many great options, some simple and lite and not at all expensive, other fancy and market priced. FOOD PREP: Exceptional. FOOD QUALITY: The quality of the prep did not hide average food. We have three dinner and all were amazing to taste. LIBATIONS: I did not have anything to drink here but one in our group did, she seemed to enjoy her two drinks... WAITSTAFF: Professional is the first work that comes to mind. Well managed and all seemed to have a passion for being part of the Wildfin experience. OVERALL VALUE: It seems very fair, we will be visiting again and so sorry to see Beaches going away, Kind of the same vibe a Beaches but newer and in a much trendier high-end location. TIP: Parking can be a bit confusing but there are large lots... We did not have reservations but got a table at 5pm on a Friday no problem but Id suggest reservations.

The service was fantastic but the food left much to be desired!Both seafood dishes we ordered were overcooked (Cajun Salmon & Parmesan Crusted Sole) . We sent the Sole back and it took 30 minutes to get a salad replacement dish. The coffee was lukewarm and the crème Brûlée tasted like sugar soup!To their credit we were not charged for the Sole and our server was extremely apologetic!Nice riverfront though...

This was surprisingly good for a restaurant on a waterfront. My experience is waterfront places tend to tourist traps with high prices and low quality food, but this place was great. Beautiful waterfront with a few places anchoring it. I ordered the PARMESAN CRUSTED SOLE, Oregon Coast Dover sole, Parmesan pepita breadcrumbs, Bob's Red Mill organic farro risotto, fried capers, butter. And boy was it great!! The fish was thin and crispy and soft and paired with the farro risottos Oh my, it was buttery delicious. Also ordered the rosemary bread which was soft, warm, and tasteful. I used regular butter to lather it up. ROSEMARY POTATO BREADsweet fig butter, chive butter

Great food, good service! They didn't have many vegetarian options. So I asked for a Alfredo fettuccine with seasonal vegetables and they were happy to whip it up. Be sure to ask how they can make a dish vegetarian, they were very accommodating. The inside is nice and if you can request a seat by the window, it would be a bit more enjoyable than the tables tucked in back.

Came by for lunch on Sunday, 07/21 and sat outside with a beautiful view of the waterfront. Service is top notch, food is mediocre.Pros:+ Servers were warm and attentive+ Outdoor, bar, and table seating available+ Great location that's right on the waterfront and super walkableCons:- Food was very averageWhat I Ordered:+ Simply The Best Calamari; 3.5/5- Cajun Seared Fish Street Tacos; 3/5I love calamari, so I almost always order it when I see it on the menu. This version of calamari did not have the tentacles and was more on the chewy side, which wasn't bad, just not as good as others. The flavor, however, was great!I was debating between the pork chop or the recommended tacos. I should've chose the pork chop. The seared fish taco was ok; the beef taco was meh; the pork belly taco was the best.I might come back if I'm in Vancouver because I'm curious about the pork chop. I know, it's a seafood place, but I can't resist pork chops!

One of the star restaurants on the Vancouver river scene. First, the room is one of the most beautiful rooms. Second, the fresh fish is second to none. Can highly recommend the sole, salmon and seafood pasta!

Other than the beautiful view, the ambiance was phenomenal experience, I highly recommend asking for a table outdoors when the weather is amazing. Service was great, not only was my server on top of it, I witnessed other servers who were just as friendly and diligent with their tables. The food I definitely enjoyed. I ordered one of the turf and surf options since I couldn't decide if I wanted seafood or a steak. The garlic prawns were delicious, I'm not usually a big fan of artichoke but with the creaminess and flavors of the garlic herb butter was so good, I finished the artichokes with delight. The petite tender was cooked to perfection, I asked for the chimichurri on the side since I don't like my steak with too much sauce. The garlic herb butter is a must, I know it's just butter but the way it elevated my meal was beyond what I had imagined!

Went in yesterday for lunch. Sat outside as it was a lovely day. I got the cheeseburger for $16.00 something. Ordered it medium and it came out medium that's for sure. They give you some half way decent fries too. I like the ambiance here but they need to up their game in their burgers. They serve you a very small burger patty and they do not add any spices to the burger at all. Not very impressive. Our waitress was superb though!! She was really nice and even took our picture.

Excellent lunch of clams with shaved fennel, andouille sausage onions and butter!Loved Veronica's service and such a smile! Sat at the chef's table which I enjoy when I am dining alone.Highly recommend although parking can be problematic.Just a lovely view along the boardwalk.

Third time here in the last year, group of 5 seniors for a birthday celebration. Tall ceilings and poor acoustics made it difficult to hear each other speak over the din of other diners. The restaurant was not that busy yet was extremely loud. My overpriced and unknown variety of greasy fish and chips were a very small portion sided with a few short chunks of fries. Low cost brand of runny ketchup was offered for those few fries. Our server visited to check on us but never offered to refill our iced tea. My mother's turkey sandwich was served with a green tomato that was flavorless. For the prices charged, poor food quality and overpriced city lot parking, we won't return.