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Earls Kitchen and Bar
Category: Restaurants Canadian (New) Canadian (New) [Edit]
1095 Mainland StVancouver, BC V6B 5P9
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
(604) 688-4990
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 11:30 am - 12 am
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage, Street, Valet
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Price Range:
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$$
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Late Night, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
40 reviews for Earls Kitchen and Bar
Review Highlights
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"...interior, 'I-think-I'm-in-Cactus-Club' vibe to it, and I..." In 5 reviews -
"The atmosphere is very nice, especially the upstairs." In 7 reviews -
"The patio looks lovely though, and I can't wait to sit out..." In 7 reviews
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40 reviews in English
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Review from Christine Y.
3/22/2012
Pretty pricey for a lunch spot, but a lovely casual restaurant setting and great service.
Everybody's food looked great, including the giant burgers and chicken baked brie sandwich, but I was pretty stoked with my sirloin steak. 7oz was a perfect portion for lunch, and although it was cooked a touch over my requested medium rare, it was delicious, especially with their BBQ sauce I ordered on the side. The steak came with the BEST garlic mashed potatoes I've ever had, seriously, creamy Yukon Gold goodness with actual chunks of potato... drooling just thinking about it. Also came with perfectly cooked portion of steamed asparagus, which was great too.
A great place for a meal if you don't mind dropping $20-30 on lunch (which I try to only do on vacation :) -
Review from Esther G.
Vancouver, BC
5/8/2012
If you want to be ignored while you're there, then by all means, sit in the lounge area like we did.
We did that. Big mistake. We weren't up at the bar, which meant we didn't get the attention of the bartender, nor we were at a table, which meant we weren't eating so thus we were ignored the entire night.
I did like the vibe -- on a Monday night, no less, so maybe I'll go back again. The decor is nice though. I've only been to this Earls so I can't compare but my friends said this place is the best place they've been to.
On Mondays they have margaritas on special for $4.99. I had the pineapple ginger on the recommendation of the waitress, and it was pretty interesting. The rim of the glass was lined with ginger and I kept thinking it was salt, so I'd lick it, and of course, it'd be spicy.
On their website, it's advertised that a liter of sangria is also on special on Tuesdays for $19 but it's actually $24.
They weren't even worth $10. We had the white sangria, and it just tasted like gummy bears. For the money that was spent, I could've done a road test and passed it with flying colors. -
Review from Sharon S.
Vancouver, BC
3/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
I came here because I saw on the website that on Mondays the drink special is any margarita for $5. (Keep in mind, it's only a one ounce pour, but whatever, a drink's a drink and there aren't a lot of places in Canada you can get any alcohol for $5.)
The margarita did not disappoint, I had the grapefruit margarita and it was very refreshing. I don't always like margaritas on a cold day, but it hit the spot.
I also ordered the Naples Margherita pizza. It was pretty standard fare. The crust was airy and doughy, the cheese cheesy, the Margherita margherita-y...(what?). Honestly, it was nothing special. But the price was reasonable and the portion size find for me, especially since I wasn't too hungry.
I think I'm less enthusiastic about this place because of the service. All of my other dining experiences thus far in Vancouver have been very positive and the servers reasonably if not extra friendly. Tonight I sat at the bar, and it was not a busy night, but both of the (female) bartenders basically ignored me the whole time I was there. When I ordered my pizza, the response I got was "to go?," making me feel like they were not encouraging me to stay. In contrast to last night's meal, when I also sat at the bar of the restaurant, the experience was as different as night and day. While yesterday I ended up probably staying at the restaurant at least 2.5 hours because I was enjoying myself, tonight I was in and out of Earl's within 30 minutes.
I'd consider trying this place again with a group of people since the drinks specials are tempting, but I don't think I'd come back here again alone. -
Review from Talia V.
Vancouver, BC
3/7/2012
I have mixed feelings about this place.
We visited this location last weekend for a Saturday brunch with a gift certificate to burn. We got a bad impression right from the start but the proverbial cloud lifted as soon as we hit our table.
To start things off the hostess was really unwelcoming, we asked to sit on the patio which evidently is comparable to demanding her first born child. I get that she's probably underpaid, potentially doesn't like her job or my face but point blank her job is to host, her job is to make paying customers feel welcome and to represent her restaurant which she failed at... miserably.
Moving on, we really liked the interior, seated in the Main Dining area - I think, we had lots to look at and were comfy 4 in our booth.
Our server was really gracious and nice. The drinks took a little while to come but we ordered Caesars so could have attributed to a longer wait than say beer. I think its
The food was really good.
I had the Grilled Chicken and Baked Brie Ciabatta, sampled the shrimp Benedict also great. We were feeling glutinous so topped off our brunch with dessert shots. They are an alcoholic desert you eat with spoons straight out of the shot glasses. Great to share as there are 6, all different flavours.
I would definitely give this a try if you're looking for a brunch option in Yaletown, hopefully you'll be greeted with a Smile when you check it out! -
Review from Beverly W.
Vancouver, BC
1/24/2012 2 photos
I've been here a few times with a large group for lunch. On the most recent visit, I had a pulled pork sandwich. The sandwich was decent and I enjoyed it. There was quite a bit of coleslaw and I had to remove some of it in order to eat the burger.
The food came out a bit slower than I would expect possibly due to the large group. In all, Earl's Yaletown is okay. -
Review from Allan-ester D.
Vancouver, BC
5/6/2012 1 Check-in Here
been eating at Earl's for many years...12 to be exact...i can always count on a very good meal at Earl's at a reasonable price...they have two of my fav "middle of the road choices (middle of road = sandwiches, burgers, stuff like this)...Cajun Blackened chicken sandwich and my all time fav appy is CHILLI CHICKEN...i honestly cannot tell you how many times i have ordered the chilli chicken appy...the only appetizer that is getting close is Joey's Sushi cone...it rocks as well
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Review from J N.
Vancouver, BC
12/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Earls has pretty much become the landmark place in YT for decent food and a good time. I spent the first night of the Olympics here; I watched our winning Olympic hockey game here (still can't believe I got in) and I've been here many times before, afterwards, and in between. In the spring it's also a great place to begin your first foray into comfortable outdoor dining. I've been here so many times that I've quit going out of boredom, in fact.
What I recently learned is that the V lounge is a great place to hold a company party. If you spend enough dough you get pizza, calamari, noodles, sliders, veggies, and surprisingly delectable desserts. Caramel creme brulee in a spoon was probably the best that I'd ever tasted, in fact.
My only complaint is that I didn't know tables were actually set up with warm food, as I missed most of it but had to wait until the waitresses came to me. But still, I did not go hungry!
The cool cat spins mostly 80s-90s music and the bulk of it was actually great for dancing.
In spite of the large group, the bathrooms were kept impeccably clean and were always almost surprising empty. Festive reindeer rested on the counters which really made it even more welcoming.
The waitstaff and bartenders were kind and friendly. The wine was of a decent quality.
I would certainly book a party here again; in fact, it might just have been the best I've attended, and that's not even including the guests. Who knew?
It might be too late for this year, but it's something to think about for the next big event!Listed in: You Name the Chain
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Review from Michael C.
1/27/2012
Im visiting Canada and live round the corner from Earls. I found them through Google one night and I have to say, I love Earls. The food is great, the ambience is great and the staff are some of the most friendliest I've encountered here in Vancouver.
I absolutely love the Santa Fe chicken salad and the ribs and chicken.
I've started getting the food as take out, a little indulgent but oh so good. I sat at the bar one night whilst waiting for a takeout order and for a second I did feel out of place like I was in a sports bar - but then again this is Canada! Errr Go Canucks!? -
Review from Meana k.
10/22/2011
On any given day, you're more apt to find me eating at a mom-and-pop shop than a chain restaurant, but sometimes majority vote wins in group outings. When that vote is for Earls, I don't complain. It's a nice enough place on the inside, ehh service, and there's nothing special really about the ambiance, but the food...is consistently good.
I've been surprised each time I've eaten here that the food exceeds my expectations of large-chain mediocrity. The Los Cabos Chicken Tacos (appetizer or main dish) are excellent. They are light, fresh, and tasty. The Roasted Vegetable Quesadillas are good as well, although oddly paired with fries as the default side. Next time I'll substitute for salad for an extra buck. Lastly, their salads are fantastic -- albeit expensive!
In general, you're paying for the franchise name at Earls, but as much as it's not my type of establishment, I have been pleased with each meal I've eaten here.
Points lost on service -- it's not horrible, but you can tell the waitstaff are just counting down til their shifts are over and the place loses a bit of class in that lack of personal attention and consideration that makes such a difference in a large and seemingly always busy place like this. -
Review from Susie H.
9/12/2011 4 Check-ins Here
Considering earl's is a franchise, I am really happy with it. To draw you in, they have an amazing array of delicious cocktails, many of them manly enough to be enjoyed without embarrassment by the self-conscious male community, and there is a daily drinks special (best day - Thursday cocktails). My recommendations: Moscow Mule, Raspberry Mojito, and White Sangria. Doctor's Orders Martini is also delicious if you like sour drinks.
The atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice, especially at night, and what I really like is that there are different sections that you can choose depending on your mood: the patio is great for conversation as it isn't as loud, the lounge is great for cocktails (obviously) and the bar is great if you want to watch TV (they usually play a variety of whatever sports matches are on - Lions, premier league, Whitecaps etc). Though I've never been upstairs, I hear it is nice as well for evening cocktails (usually the people I see going up there are big groups of girls who are dressed up to party). The staff I've dealt with have also always been friendly and professional - one of the waitresses accidentally spilled a very minimal amount of water on my jacket and they gave us our appies for free.
As far as the food goes, most of the items are generic American (steaks and burgers) and Italian-American (pizza and pasta), but everything I've tried has been really good. The most innovative items on the menu - and, in my opinion, the most delicious - are definitely the salads. I have tried all of them, and NONE of them are disappointing! I can't even choose a favourite, they are all so interesting and unique. Unfortunately, earl's is not very veg-friendly, and the only salad that comes with a protein source that isn't meat is the Santa Fe, and without the spiced chicken I'm not sure it would even be that good.
The burgers are also really good, as are the fries. Go for the Bronx burger (rocket lettuce, cheddar and onion rings) if you're really hungry. -
Review from Linzi M.
2/2/2011 5 Check-ins Here
'Do you think I'm pretty enough to work here?' Oh you know I musta been at Earl's, where the only thing people talk about is how good looking the female servers* are.
But damn! $4.60 for a bellini on Tuesday nights? Forget working here, I want to pull up a bar stool and get weekday drunk! Huge screen TVs, two floors and a classy setting, we deemed it better than next door Yaletown Brewing. But the downside is less hottie bartenders. Earls is for the boys, Yaletown for the girls (eye-candy wise).
The prawn dragon roll was good too, not great, but spicy good.
*Our waitress wasn't that good looking, but she was definitely younger than me. -
Review from J J.
9/6/2011
Went here for drinks and steak.
The steak was reasonably seasoned and was cooked just right. The drinks were made by someone who probably just graduated from bartender school but you won't really care if you just came there to get drunk.
I was told this place has lots of nice looking servers, but honestly speaking if you have low standards and you just want to see someone who looks okay, then by all means go here and feast your eyes out.
The service was poor. It took forever to order anything. Some of the servers were wearing things so low cut you wonder if you accidentally went inside a hooters. The server I had was so forward I told her I was gay.
Will come back here for the steak, and with my girlfriend for protection. -
Review from Stephen Y.
Richmond, BC
12/1/2010
Disclaimer: I was here for a private work function, so my review might not be the most suitable for someone just walking in from the street, however, if you are doing any event planning, then this will apply for you.
Ambience (4/5) For this price point, the place is pretty nice and swank. It's your typical Yaletown trendy look, nothing special, but still easy on the eyes. There was a live singer upstairs, by the private room we were in. She was quite the crooner and the crowd loved her. Inside the private room was your basic bar stools and high counter tables setup. Glass display case of various liquors and a giant, plastic horse sits in the corner; we took turns sitting on the horse =P
Food & Drinks (3.5/5) Earl's served us endless trays of various appetizers and they were tasty for the most part and fresh. The sliders and the bruschetta were the crowd favourites. They were replenished at a steady rate as well. I was drinking mostly Tanqueray & tonics and they were well mixed and strong.
Service (3.5/5) I guess it was so busy there that sometimes it took a while to get drinks back from the server. They were apologetic and brought me two drinks at once though. Hurray for double-fisting at company events! The servers were the usual attractive, Yaletown beauty.
All in all, I had a terrific time and wouldn't mind coming back here. -
Review from Kim L.
Vancouver, BC
2/26/2011
Definitely pricey for the fare, but I guess you know what they say: location, location, location!!! Yuppers, expect to pay when you're out to see and be seen at a chain restaurant in Yaletown.
We had a table on the heated open patio. To my surprise, our service was attentive and quick, despite the many unfavorable reviews I've read about their service, however, their food was not so spectacular that I would make a trip back--it's good, but not great.
I'd only come back to brunch here with out of town friends if I couldn't get a patio table at another Yaletown restaurant. -
Review from Stephanie M.
Vancouver, BC
9/26/2010 3 Check-ins Here
hmmm...all I could think after visiting this Earls was "Wow, I guess Yaletown is too cool for things like servers and service!"
That about sums it up. We waited forever to be shown to a table, despite the fact that, even on this busy Friday night, there seemed to be some available space. Then after waiting for another long period of time I caught a server's attention and asked "Can we have some menus, and maybe talk to a server?" Forget about getting simple requests like water or napkins in any kind of reasonable time - maybe unless you're an especially attractive group of guys that will catch the female servers' attention.
Otherwise, it's your typical Earls experience: hip atmosphere, the same food that you find at any other Earls, and of course the drinks. I do enjoy the blended mojito, though. -
Review from Jeffrey S.
4/23/2010
The one thing that really drew me into Earls versus other establishments along the old warehouse alleys of now gentrified Yaletown, was the vastness of its seating. Went with 4 friends from the UK and were escorted to our seats by 3 Canadian beauties. Nadine (be still my heart) our hostess (with a Northern Territory goddess's physique) proved herself attentive, deliciously flirtatious, and empathetic to our seemingly never-ending orders of rum and coke high-balls.
The decor reminds me of an updated version of a hip retro-70s Vegas casino. Along the walls and underneath bar area, there are smooth brass tiles, that one can't help but touch, gliding fingers along its smooth golden surface. Which I did, and don't regret having done it.
Next time I'm in Vancouver, I'll be back for more high-balls and touchy-feely antics. And maybe tequila body shots off of 6 star tattooed, Nadine. -
Review from Darien C.
BC
1/2/2009
Did you hear, Cactus Club opened a new restaurant. Wait... one, two, three... there you go, earls has a new one, too.
Moments from the new Cactus, earls boasts a two story restaurant in the heart of trendy Yaletown. I popped in the other night for some appys, cocktails and to check out the scenery.
Frankly, not impressed.
I'm never actually 'impressed', per say, by earls. But at least the Paramount location is a a visually pleasing joint. I feel as though the Yaletown earls belongs in Whistler, it has that cozy chalet feeling. Only this isn't Whistler, this is Yaletown, and it is out of place.
Without a great looking restaurant going for it, this is exactly the same as every other. The staff came from the earls catalogue. The food is uninspired, basic and a simulacra of Cactus, Milestones, Joeys, Moxies, etc, etc.
You've made a completely unremarkable restaurant. congratulations Stan, you've done it again. -
Review from Megan S.
7/6/2009
I just got back from Earl's. I've done reviews on other locations of this chain, but as soon as I walked up- I knew I'd have to do a review of this experience.
You know on airlines how they give you those nice fleece blankets so you can take a nap on the flight? Well someone at Earl's had the exact same idea. Behold the orange fleece logo-embroidered blankets available on the back of each patio bench. I stopped in my tracks when I saw them, and yes someone was eating with the blanket wrapped around them. I found the heaters to be quite enough in keeping me warm (despite being cloudy it's not even that cold tonight).
Have any of you seen the infomercial for Snuggies? The blanket with the sleeves and pockets? Perhaps that will be the next evolution of the Earl's blankets!?
Looking at it from the restaurant's point of view- this is total customer service. I think this location is doing great in that department. My server got everything perfect and let us substitute some sides to make the meals even more perfect. And by the way the raspberry margarita- excellent!
4 stars based on the service and the margarita. I find the blankets too ridiculous to rate. -
Review from Kassim D.
2/1/2010
I grew up in Calgary going to Earls and I'm happy to see that the restaurant has grown up with me...ok, I may be slightly less mature still.
I went to the Earls off mainland street in Yaletown - apparently the yuppie neighborhood of town. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, so maybe I'm a yuppie - I'm ok with that I think. don't hate.
anyways - I went on a friday night, went upstairs to the V Lounge, not knowing what to expect. what I got was spectacular ....lounge-like seating (leather, low tables), low-lighting (solid for date night), and fantastic club music - which was at just the right volume so you're not screaming into your companion's ear.
food / drinks came quickly even with a packed house - overall a very solid experience (reasonably priced as well) - we have 5 or 6 drinks, an appy, and some dessert and ended up at $40 somehow...amazing.
This might have to be on my short-list for yaletown hangouts... -
Review from Rachel K.
8/31/2010
3.5 stars for a cool vibe, great service but A-OK food!!!
I got an Earls burger with fries... It wasn't great, but it wasn't bad. Definitely your average burger. (note: Cactus Club Cafe - now that's a kick-ass burger!)
What I DID appreciate was our very nice waiter. I couldn't make up my mind on what kind of blended margarita I wanted and told him I was trying to choose between strawberry and mango... He goes, "we can mix it for you!" What? Really?? So the result was a VERY tasty margarita and a VERY happy me! Plus it was very reasonably priced. With a laid-back yet classy, modern interior, you feel cool just using the restrooms!
I would prefer this to Yaletown Brewing Company across the street ANY day. It would be nice to come back with friends for drinks... And besides, our waiter was quite the eye candy ;) -
Review from Ken C.
2/23/2010
Earl's is like the US version of Hooters but classy, sophisticated and pretty good darn food.
1. The hostess and waitresses are bomb-tastic. Not the little midget and disproportionate ones we have in the US-EH!
2. The food was pretty decent. The 1/2 Cheese Burger tasted like homemade, and the fries was good as well.
3. Decent service, cool atmosphere, hip and upscale.
This is a cool spot to watch the Olympics or any sports events.
Last but not least, I love Earls Girls. Keke -
Review from Tracy S.
Vancouver, BC
3/27/2009
I really like this Earl's location.
The interior is gorgeous, with dark red alligator booths, classic yaletown wood beams, tons of mirrors, and many t.v.'s set up so literally every seat in the bar area has a great view of the game or whatever you may be watching!
The service and food has always been great - Earl's is about consistency in good food and service, after all - and this location lives up to expectation.
I LIKE the door being opened for us when we come and go. I LIKE that I know the menu will satisfy me whatever I am craving!
My only one small complaint is actually about the entrance area. It is a bit small and cramped when there are a few people waiting to be seated. It's like you open the inner door and you are practically standing on top of the hostess.
The patio looks lovely though, and I can't wait to sit out there when the weather gets warmer! -
Review from Gersham M.
Vancouver, BC
11/13/2009
I actually walked out of this restaurant today without getting served. Never done that before and I eat out so bloody frequently. They were busy but nobody came to take a drink or food order. After 15mins of trying to flag someone down with no servers within earshot we gave up and went down the street.
This chain restaurant is way too overpriced for the rather pedestrian food and aloof service provided. Shame on me for liking the cajun chicken breast.
Anyhow, here's 1 star for you Mr Earls and may you rot in Chicken Wing and Jira Curry hell. -
Review from Vincci L.
6/21/2010 1 photo
Love the open patio here! Overlooking the streets of Yaletown, this is a great place to hang out.
Their menu is the same as the other Earls locations, but prices are a little higher due to what I call the "Yaletown Surcharge Fee."
Service is always good here, but their patio closes at 11pm so you would have to move inside afterward.
Visit the V-Lounge on the second floor. I like this lounge because it plays good music but not at a overbearing volume. They still have the same food menu as the Earls, but their drink menu is different, and they have their own 'V cocktails.' Nice open space with a large bar and lots of seating. Sleek, modern styling. There's also a live DJ from Wednesday to Saturday.
Drink specials every night of the week, and they're good drinks too! A great place to hangout! -
Review from Tina H.
5/27/2010 1 photo
I ordered at the same time as my group and my salad took 3 times as long to arrive. So either a) the wings the other grouplings ordered were not-so-fresh, b) they forgot about my salad entirely, or c) the arugula was being harvested and the goat was being milked for the goat cheese coulis as I waited. When in doubt, pick C (thanks for the laughs, Crystal). The salad was tasty. Not worth the $8 for such a small portion.
Though the salad took a long time, the bill came in under a minute when requested. Fancy that. The atmosphere is very nice, especially the upstairs. Very classy and nice bathrooms. Definitely a sexy decor. The food was decent. Service was friendly but slow. The waitress said the kitchen was busy but the restaurant was empty. I could see myself going there again to try the other items and have some drinks though I don't see myself rushing back. -
Review from Luisa S.
Vancouver, BC
11/14/2008
The newest member of the Earl's family has just set up shop in Yaletown, in the Mavi flagship's former residences. The new trendy locale pits it with some of the top restaurants in Vancouver, making it difficult for their cookie-cutter menu to stand out, in my opinion.
This being said, this place is consistently busy and even on a Sunday evening, with all other restaurants fully booked, there was still a considerable wait. There's something about their familiar menu that continues to comfort and draw people here.
The current fall menu features some kind of beef dip, a new linguini dish and salmon covered in a spicy green curry sauce. Whenever I go to Earl's I gravitate towards their pizzas, particularly their Californian, with its Earl's peto and sundried tomatoes and feta cheese it stands as one of their few distinctive dishes.
Amongst all the chain-y restaurants in Vancouver like Milestones, Cactus Club and Joey's, Earl's is one of the least vegetarian-friendly establishments. That said, though, they do offer a reasonably extensive drink menu so when all else fails, you can always have a liquid lunch. -
Review from c y.
2/26/2010
I've visited a couple of Earl's now. All pretty similar, nice cocktails, talented waitstaff, pretty good food. There are Earl's in the States, I believe Joey's has the same management and certainly the same formula.
Our recent Earl's visit during the Olympics was fine. We ate at the Yaletown location. I enjoyed the multiple flatscreens, nice sandwich, fries with gravy and a huge Kokanee. -
Review from Justin S.
Kelowna, BC
12/28/2008
Earl's is always one of those safe bets. The food is decent and consistent and the atmosphere is always great. Wonderful place to catch the game on their many HDTV's, have a quick lunch or dinner and drinks with a large group of friends.
The new local in Yaletown may have trouble competing with longstanding establishments as the YBP, Browns, Cactus Club and the numerous others, but the adaptability and accessibility of Earl's will ensure this local's success. We've all had the Earl's food so there's no need to talk about that, but what I found different with the newest Earls were the servers. They were extremely friendly and weren't your a-typical "earl's girls". The hostess chatted us up for about 5 minutes before we were seated.
It's a shame that they couldn't get the permission for the rooftop patio as that would set this Earl's apart from all others in the area. Still a safe bet a a great casual place. -
Review from Jane W.
Vancouver, BC
6/23/2010
After standing at the front for 2 minutes, was seated restraunt wasn't busy, most people were finishing drinks. we waitied 15 minutes. staff leveling was 8-10 waiters. not a single person came to take a drink or meal order when the restraunt was near empty.
Even though we made eye contact and tried to flag a waiter down, we finally just up and left. poor service during dinner hours. Never had this problem at other Earls. -
Review from Alex R.
Vancouver, BC
11/13/2011
I like the salmon & salad dishes and the service is generally professional and friendly.
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Review from Raymond O.
Vancouver, BC
8/21/2009
Scene Stealer: their men's room Dyson Airblade Hand Dryer, the fastest most hygienic hand dryer on earth! (wipes hands dry in 10 seconds, and purifies air before hand drying)
Back to regular programming, I simple don't get why this is packed on most nights. Yes, it has a sexy modern interior, 'I-think-I'm-in-Cactus-Club' vibe to it, and I must admit this newest location in GVRD has the best ambiance. Patio is a killer too, but who knows if they ever wash those orange blankets sitting on the benches. I understand people flock to YBC for the beer or pool tables, or Cactus for Feenie's dishes, Keg's Yaletown for heavy eats, but Earls, what's there to offer? Despite being the pioneer of all the upscale chains around, seems to me they're just gliding by amongst the throngs of Yaletown neighborhood bars, instead of leading the pack.
I don't mind if they offer standard pub fare with an Asian twist here and there, or if dishes ain't outstanding, hey, it's a chain spot anyway. But at least make the presentation of the food a lot better being one of those casual upscale chains. The scallop prawn linguini was swimming in its sauce, fortunately, it tasted better than it looked. On one occasion, I ordered a burger and it tasted like the chef spilled a whole dollop of salt onto it, I like sodium but this ones too much. My forgiving and hungry tummy shrugged it off and left it half eaten. The salads could use some sprucing up too, presentation wise. Finally, when asked, they nonchalantly mention that their salmon is not wild caught but farm raised. Oh, and the mojito's way watered down too, better off to order a pint of beer. Perhaps, it's just me, as it still remains a crowded spot in Yaletown. Have yet to check the V lounge upstairs though. That all said, service is friendly and efficient, no complaints about that!
Anyway my friends, on your next visit, make sure to find excuses to wash your hands multiple times and use the airblade hand dryer.Listed in: Yelping Yaletown
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Review from heather B.
9/17/2010
Love Earls. Consistant every time. The best cajon chicken and ribs I've ever had anywhere in the world. Love the dry ribs too. Great drinks, food, atmosphere, service.
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Review from Erin I.
Vancouver, BC
3/13/2010 2 Check-ins Here
Earls' upstairs lounge, 'V', is a great cozy spot to spend an entire evening. As it gets later, the music is turned up and it almost feels like a bar. Great place to meet people. Service is friendly and casual. I tried the tuna sashimi + wonton appy from the special 'V' appy menu, only $5. It did not blow me away, like many of their menu items do - like the thai green curry or the santa fe chicken salad. For an entree, I had the roast chicken with white wine cream sauce - delish! Flavorful, moist chicken, with perfectly cooked and salted asparagus on the side. Despite the average tuna appetizer, I would return to Earls 'V'.
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Review from John V.
Vancouver, BC
3/19/2010
I still remember being totally tricked into buying (2) beers for $23.00 - ouch! During the Olympics the price for (2) BudWeiser in the bottle was $23. Who do they think they are taking advantage of the situation. I won't be going back any time soon.
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Review from Megan M.
2/25/2010
Great booths, good place to watch sports as there are several big screen TVs. Reliable food. Pizzas were tasty and I like the 7 oz wine pours (although they're a bit pricey).
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Review from Bryan W.
Vancouver, BC
10/4/2010
Earls Yaletown is unlike any other earls in Vancouver.This place has two floors.Upstairs they have a vodka lounge and a dj on friday and saturday nights which plays different music then whats played downstairs.Their food is typical earls fare.nothing too crazy and good drinks.If you do eat have the burgers and fries.very mouth watering
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Review from Emily S.
Vancouver, BC
5/14/2009
I've never been to an Earl's before, but I liked the food and the location. Some prawn tacos.. some garlic hummus on flatbread.. some local wine... why not? I even got to watch some playoff hockey. Swank atmosphere but not snooty.
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Review from Paul S.
7/13/2010
This is a bit of pretentious bar, but all in all it was a great stay. I ordered the Sicilian pizza which was quite good. Plus, the beers on tap were good. The only problem is that they only serve a few "in house" brews on tap. It would have been better had the had better selections, but their pale ale was good. It's a bit if a pricey place to eat, buy I would recommend it if you've got a few extra bucks.
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Review from Victoria R.
BC
1/25/2009
Earls is consistent and a fun, casual place to go hang out, get what you expect and not have to worry about a large bill. I am digging this new place in Yaletown. The location is in the heart of the lofty-slash-brick-beam-wickedly decorated Yaletown. The typical Earls environment can be expected; dark, mood-lit space, large bar with flat screen tv's, good music, pretty girls and hot guys that serve you with a very cheer-y attitude. My favourite foods here are the calamari and the salmon with greens.
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Review from Sarah G.
Vancouver, BC
7/2/2011
Earls is getting really overpriced for what it is. The food is average and the service is usually terrible (at the Yaletown location). However, if you want a decent place to hang out and watch the game on a big-screen TV or look at pretty waitresses, this is the place to go.
