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O'Doul's Restaurant & Bar
Categories: Restaurants Canadian (New) Arts & Entertainment Jazz & Blues Nightlife Jazz & Blues Canadian (New), Jazz & Blues [Edit]
1300 Robson StVancouver, BC V6E 1C5
Neighbourhood: West End
(604) 661-1400
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 6:30 am - 1 am
Sat 7 am - 1 am
- Delivery:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage, Street, Valet
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Take Away:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Music:
- Live
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sun, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Classy
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
37 reviews for O'Doul's Restaurant & Bar
Review Highlights
37 reviews in English
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Review from Ben B.
5/3/2012 2 Check-ins Here
I just noticed that O'Doul's is approaching its final days before it closes and reopens as something new in June, but hey -why not give it some love before the fat lady sings?
Staying at the attached Listel Hotel and still on an east coast time zone that had me waking up obnoxiously early, I passed a couple mornings having a lovely, relaxed breakfast down at O'Doul's before getting the day started. While I was kind of expecting more of a pub from what I could see from the outside, it's definitely an upper-scale restaurant once you get inside. Linen napkins, fresh-squeezed orange juice in wine glasses...you get the picture.
The breakfast and weekend brunch menus are both pretty stellar with all your comfort food favourites elevated with fancypants touches. The coffee is served in infuriatingly small cups for those of us who really need to suck it back in the mornings but the orange juice is delicious. Just a heads up though, while it's offered casually, that 'ish is expensive - expect upwards of $4 per glass on your bill.
On day one, I had the Florentine Eggs Benny with perfectly poached eggs albeit a bit of a flavourless Hollandaise sauce and big chunks of potatoes that didn't really suit my inappropriate love for crispy hashbrowns. On day two, I just wanted something light and really enjoyed the muesli served up with delicious chopped fruit and a mixture of light cream, yogurt and honey. Super tasty and even only eating half of it filled me up for most of the day.
The service was a miss with the hostess who was generally confused and distant both times I saw her but a total hit with the server I ended up having both days. I don't know his name but surely anyone who's been in more than once will know exactly who I mean. By my second visit, he greeted me by name, knew that I wanted coffee, and even asked if my friends would be joining me again after being in with two others the day before. He alone deserves a full five-stars. -
Review from Michelle M.
Port Moody, BC
3/17/2012
Now that's a great Benny!
After picking friends up from the airport, we were more than happy to divulge in a late breakfast, and because they were staying close by; this was the restaurant of choice. With my search of a great eggs benny in the Lower Mainland, I believe I have found one that could be in the top ten. Rich, and not over the top Hollandaise sauce, mad fresh and far from anything packaged, eggs cooked perfectly, and presentation fantastic. Not much else needs to be said about the this meal. Service was great, and my friends were very happy with their omelets. Needless to say; this would be a place I would bring out of town guests (which is great since it's connected to a hotel), and visit with the boyfriend for that perfect weekend breakfast date. -
Review from Joyce VanFoodies L.
Vancouver, BC
2/9/2012
Went there for Dine Out Vancouver 2012. Rangeland Elk Carpaccio was a unique dish that you don't often see on a DOV menu. It's like beef carpaccio, very thinly sliced, but the meat was leaner and surprisingly, not very gamey. Pumpkin Gnocchi was also very good. The gnocchi was pan-seared so it's crispy on the outside, but nice and fluffy inside. They added just enough cinnamon to the dough so you can taste the spice but without making the dish taste like a dessert.
Pacific Provider Pink Salmon was definitely up to our standard for good salmon. The salmon skin was super crispy, and the meat was still slightly pink so it was moist. The Curry-spiced Certified Angus Flank Steak was a very enjoyable dish. I like that the rub was a bit spicy, and the meat was quite flavourful. The steak was cooked to medium, so it wasn't dry.
The two desserts were also good, surprisingly not very sweet. Perhaps its pastry department is light-handed with sugar
Unlike the typical impression I have about restaurants during Dine Out, O'Doul's service was quite good. Server was friendly and we didn't feel like we were stereotyped as those "cheap people who would only come here for Dine Out". We had to observe the 1.5hr dining rule but we didn't feel rushed. The service was efficient, food was served quickly but at a good pace.
Of all the Dine Out dinners I had this year, this was hands down the best experience. I didn't have much to complain about, and I felt that it was a very good value for $28 per person. I would recommend others to give its regular menu a try!
Pictures and more details here: http://vanfoodies.com/... -
Review from Greg R.
Victoria, BC
2/26/2012
O'Doul's Restaurant & Bar is actually one of the better places in Vancouver to enjoy some great food and wine. while hearing some of the better Jazz offerings in town.
Executive Chef Chris Whittaker's menu is West Coast eclectic with some of the best seafood in town. The jazz is a mixture of local and national jazz artists. While they do not get the same caliber of names as say . . . Dimitrious' Jazz Alley in Seattle, they do have great jazz and you will always enjoy your stay. It is hard to compare O'Doul's with anyone and their own website says it all, "big city sophistication that copies no one." -
Review from Allen W.
4/10/2011 5 Check-ins Here
Hmmm, I'm torn. I've been here a good 6+ times and had consistent good service (and complimentary scones) ... of course, that all ended today. I've only been there for weekend breakfast/brunch which is a solid 3 rating and occasional 4.
Usually, service is prompt and food comes out quickly -- food is better than a greasy spoon but not on par with a high-end offering like Cafe Medina.
Today, it wasn't that busy and it took forever to place our order and even longer to receive the food. Tables who came in 10 minutes after us were being waited on before us. One of those days. Maybe it was just our server.
My favourite thing about coming to O'Douls are the delicious, warm scones. Every time I've been there previously, we've been given complimentary scones when we were seated -- a nice treat that eases me into a leisurely Sunday breakfast. To be honest, it's one of the main reasons I like to go there versus other places.
Today, no scones. But to add insult to injury, tables next to us (who arrived 5-10 minutes after us) started receiving scones ... so we inquired thinking we had just been overlooked. Apparently, we arrived before the official 'brunch' period when scones are given to tables ... we were technically in the 'breakfast' period where no scones are given out.
WTF? I ordered the same food that on the brunch menu ... so it didn't make any sense to me. AND, it annoyed me that we weren't informed that there was a slightly different menu when we arrived since we were so close to the turnover time .... they made us wait so long to order that we were well within the BRUNCH period.
Whatever. I visited their website and don't see times mentioned for which time of day is breakfast vs. brunch -- it just says that brunch is served on the weekend.
I guess we were a little too eager to visit today -- won't make this mistake again, O'Douls. -
Review from Hootie J.
Vancouver, BC
5/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
Good wholesome food, better than the cactus club/milestones/earls alternative, nice quiet atmosphere and the food was good. as a destination food place... don't think so, but if you are i n the hood, it should not do you wrong, and if you like to stray off the ordinary they have a REAL chef in the back who will create you something special ... you just have to be creative enough to explain it.
Good place to eat if you are in the 1300 block Robson (specially since the Fogg closed FYI it looks like the Fogg is going to become ANOTHER Greek restaurant in the west end oiy -
Review from c y.
1/3/2012
We visited O'Doul's twice on our recent Vancouver get away. Service was excellent, our brunch was faultless. I enjoyed the most delicious Haida (wild)Salmon Eggs Benedict. Eggs were perfectly poached, the free run eggs were especially good. The smoked salmon provided the perfect balance with the eggs and hollandaise.
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Review from Gale L.
Vancouver, BC
4/4/2011 9 Check-ins Here
O'Doul's seems forever.
Went there when it was known for burgers and paper mache animals and throughout it's many make overs. When studying French culinary technique my practicum was with O'Doul's. It's also where we celebrated my first client's home purchase.
Not top of the world but it is a good solid place to dine - my favourite meal is breakfast but also enjoy lunch at O'Doul's. -
Review from Valerie J.
Vancouver, BC
1/7/2011
It is a little bit expensive but it is really good! All the flavours explode in your mouth! It is a fine restaurant and everybody are very nice!
If you want to do a very good restaurant without to be afraid of your wallet, I recommend it!!
I will go back there, that is sure!!! -
Review from Joe L.
Vancouver, BC
11/22/2010 6 Check-ins Here
I don't know how we overlooked this place for the past 2 years since we moved here. We've been trying out so many different places for brunch, from the West End to Kitsilano and even all the way to Bowen Island while O'Doul's is only 2 blocks away from our building! Perhaps the restaurant is slightly sunken and below eye level so it didn't register with when we walked by it umpteen times.
We finally went there for brunch this Sunday. We sat by the window along Robson Street. The dining room is pleasant, respectable and comfortable. I ordered the Yukon Breakfast which came with 2 eggs, 2 pieces of sausage, 2 pieces of bacon, crispy home fried potatoes and toasts. With all that, it was only $11. I'm usually hesitant ordering my eggs sunnyside up because most restaurants do not brown the edge. My sunnyside-up eggs were done perfectly at O'Doul's with crispy brown edge.
Another plus for the restaurant is that it part of the Listel Hotel so it opens for business early. Perfect for me who wakes up even earlier on the weekends to take advantage of every single minute of not being at work. -
Review from Irena L.
2/28/2011 1 photo
I have mixed feelings about this place, I went there three times, and it is not very consistent -.- First time we went, I was delighted with the food and atmosphere, jazz is a very nice touch. Room is very classy, and service is attentive. But the last two times it seems like the food is getting a bit worse. All that we ordered (short rib, salmon, duck and salads to start) was very bland and flavourless.
I might give it another shot. I would definitely recommend it for sitting at the bar and listening to jazz! -
Review from Trude H.
Vancouver, BC
5/23/2011
We had the two spot prawn appetizers, one hot, one cold. Beautifully prepared, tasty, and lovely to look at.
The half romaine salad, roasted and dressed, was a wonderful experience. And the big, fat, silver anchovy draped over the green gave us a giggle, helped along by the half-litre of wine. (love the size option)
The real treat was the side of sauteed mushrooms; a nice mix, tender,tasty, and worth repeating.
Our waiter was attentive and professional. This restaurant has served up some memorable meals over the years, and we were so looking forward to an evening with wine and chat.
Then why the three stars? The hostess had a not very pleasant attitude - we arrived early (5:30) on a Friday night, so we estimated they could turn over our table two more times after we finished. The place was empty when we arrived - but she made no eye contact with us, and I had to get assertive to be seated.
This place fills up around 8pm - my companion is an international travel professional, and we've both done the long stay hotel gig depending on our contracts - we know an early seating is a bonus to the establishment.
That said, the food was really wonderful, I highly recommend O'Doul's for tasty, well-prepared meals. And the cheesecake was exceptional, with shaved fresh rhubarb and coulis pushing it beyond ordinary.
A knowledgeable wine list, and some good BC wines will delight most folks.
Nice atmosphere, white tablecloths, arty chargers and some good art pieces throughout. Live music starts at 9pm, most evenings. -
Review from Lisa H.
5/25/2011
The boy and I recently made a weekend trek up to the Great White North and this was one of my "have to go" spots. I remember the breakfast here being the best EVER, specifically the Eggs Benedict. So I was pretty disappointed when my eggs benedict that I had been dreaming of for years arrived...cold. Like, super cold. I should have sucked it up and sent it back, but I don't do that. So why after damn cold eggs does this place still get 4 stars?
For starters, I had a hamburger here that was total perfection 2 days before the "egg incident" The relish and bacon on this burger was amazing.
Secondly, the blueberry pancakes that my man ordered were out of this world. Tons of plump blueberries exploding everywhere! -
Review from Ryland A.
10/21/2010 1 photo
We decided to go to O'Douls for a late night drink because it was one of the few places near our hotel that Yelp reported had live music. Unfortunately the live music was very average and boring jazz being played a few guys in the corner. The whole place had a hotel bar feel (it isn't a hotel bar) and the prices were even higher than some of the other expensive spots we had been that day. It's a fine place to go and the staff is nice but it is really nothing special and there are surely some cooler places on the west end of Robson.
STOP 7 on our Culinary Day Out in Vancouver
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Review from Brynn M.
5/4/2009
Just happened to stumble across O'doul's while taking a tour on the Big Red Bus. We were in port during a cruise and wanted to find something to eat for lunch.
We got off the bus and walked up and down the street looking for a place that looked good for lunch. We found O'doul's, checked out the menu out front, and wandered in for brunch.
Oh my gosh, was the food amazing! I had the smoked salmon scramble, which was so good! My husband really liked the sandwich he got. And we were treated to some yummy scones with our meal. Our waitress was very good and just friendly enough. The place is really cute and great for people watching. Prices were reasonable and definitely worth the money.
If we ever make it back to Vancouver, we will make sure to make another trip into O'doul's. -
Review from Elvis A.
8/26/2011
This review applies to the bar section of this bar. They have jazz playing every night so it was good place to unwind after a long day of work. Some acts are great and you can end up enjoying yourself a lot depending on who is playing. Drinks are in line with other spots. The crowd is older albeit laid back. I enjoyed myself here several times. I did try the appetizers in the bar area and they were forgettable.
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Review from Rebecca C.
Vancouver, BC
10/23/2011
So, after dinner at another place (see gyoza king review below) we wandered up Robson and noticed that the bar looked mighty inviting and popped in for a glass of wine. Upon first inspection it seemed a pretty average the tables and booths were a bit outdated but nothing too unseemly - the ceiling in the dining room is amazing in a good way.
The bar itself reminded me of a reality television show for some reason, like someone was going to pop out at some point with a camera crew on one of those 'what would you do specials'. Just me ?
Filled with a mix of locals and people that were obviously tourists the place was lively and well staffed. Peter, the bartender was incapable of letting a drink run dry and this is an important skill to have.
I will most definitely be back at O'Doul's again sometime soon, if not for wine then certainly for brunch because the menu looked pretty yummy.
You're probably wondering why I haven't mentioned the jazz, the truth of the matter is that I kinda found it a bit noisy for the girl talk I was attempting to have and, well lets just be honest, I'm just not that huge of a jazz fan. -
Review from Lee R.
2/28/2010
O'doul's was a great find in Vancouver. We were looking for a place to have dinner and we noticed that O'douls had a wine bar so that caught our attention. I was ready for some wine!
We were seated immediately upon our arrival and the staff was very welcoming. They offered us crayons and a kid's menu for our daughter and that was a big plus. A lot of the restaurants we have been to in town do not have a kid's menu and it can be difficult to find appropriate choices.
Since they are a wine bar, they have 2 oz pours of wine available so you can customize a flight. It was fun to try several tastes of wine since I have never had BC wines before. There were some choices from California and France as well. All our wines were very good.
Our server, Jason B, was excellent. He took great care of us and he went beyond the call of duty taking care of our little one. When I asked him if he had kids, he said no. He said there are kids in the restaurant so much that he has learned how to anticipate their needs. He really did a great job and I give him an A+.
We enjoyed our meal, our drinks and our time at O'douls very much. Next time we are in Vancouver, we will be back and we will see if Jason is still there too. -
Review from Rick P.
Lethbridge, AB
2/28/2011
Ate the beef tenderloin here and was very happy with the cut and presentation. Seafood chowder is really good too !!!
Nice place to drop in for a late night drink -
Review from Amy P.
Vancouver, BC
5/31/2009
Out with a friend and looking for a good Sunday brunch, we stumbled across O'Doul's menu, which had lots of well priced items and was located on busy Robson St.
We opted to sit on the patio, which was sheltered in the back of the building instead of in the busy traffic on Robson. It was nice and quiet, and covered with ivy and other plants; a really nice atmosphere on a sunny spring day. With brunch menus already waiting for us on the table, the server quickly came out with champagne and OJ for mimosas ($8)...which we happily accepted. Service was attentive and prompt throughout, our food came out relatively quick.
The menu is west coast focused, with a large selection of fresh seafood dishes (crab and shrimp benny, anyone?). I ordered the blueberry banana pancakes (which also come with eggs and a side or bacon or sausage), and they were delicious. I was also really happy with the portion size, it wasn't huge so I didn't feel gross after eating but not so small that I felt ripped off either.
O'Doul's menu also focuses on sustainability and local suppliers, so I suppose eating there is good for the conscience as well. ;-)
Bottom line: While I have only experienced brunch so far, the food was reasonably priced and tasty, the service was good, and the private patio was a great place to sit and chat on a Sunday morning. I will come back for lunch or dinner sometime.
Food and Presentation (1-5): 4
Ambiance and Decor (1-5): 4
Quality of Service (1-5): 4
Favorite Menu Item: Blueberry banana pancakes or cinnamon brioche french toast
Best Suited For: Quiet, casual meal
Kid Friendly? Yes, there was a table with children on the patio
Vegetarian Friendly? Yes, but options limited w/out special order
Recommend to a friend? Definitely -
Review from Gersham M.
Vancouver, BC
11/14/2009 1 Check-in Here
Five words: bloody amazingly excellent brunch scones. Forget about the rest of the food, I'd be happy to go here and just have tea and scones. However if you must get breakfast as well (which I suppose you have to since they don't charge for the scones) then it's quite reasonable as well. Pro-tip: they'll deliver more than one round of scones if you ask, no charge. Also, they start to serve the scones at 10am on weekends, best to get there at that time so they're fresh from the oven.
BTW, take it from this Ulster-Scott that it's properly pronounced "Skohn" and not "S-cone". -
Review from Brett C.
Toronto, ON
11/9/2009
To the point:
- The table for our reservation was not ready when we arrived four minutes late.
- The maitre d' asked us to stand to the side while we waited for said table to be set instead of offering us a place at the bar.
- Server was nice and attentive.
- My medium rare/rare rib eye actually had some burnt spots which should never happen on such a lightly cooked piece of meat. Otherwise it was a good.
- Gelato that came with my dessert had some ice crystals in it.
- Jazz was great. -
Review from Shelley B.
Vancouver, BC
3/31/2010
It was so sunny after work that I treated myself to a drink and bite to eat at a fancy jazz bar. One thing leads to another, no?
Well, I'd never done it before, so I did. Today.
It was great - I had a Grilled Caesar salad off the Lounge Menu, which is the delightful short menu available between 3 and 5 when it's too late to lunch but unbearably-keener for dinner. I loved the big whack-o-romaine, charred softly on the edges, and served with deconstructed classic caesar components - shaved parm, crispy fancy-ham of some sort, a slice of crouton-ed bread, delicious dressing (which was surprisingly orange), and the kicker - full sized, oh-so-shleppy anchovies! Michelangelo would have totally freaked out of his shell.
The lounge menu offers a wine suggestion for each plate; the intuitive bartender started me off with a just taste of the BC Pino Gris, and as he suspected, I enjoyed his second option better, the name of which was washed down with the delish 'choves. I love a place that dares to tempt me with a free taste of wine before my full sized glass, it fills me with class, even though I'm a young lass. T'was Fantass(tic).
I liked the space - generally, for it's spaciness. I thought the jazz music was effortless and fitting.... -
Review from Mari K.
Vancouver, BC
11/5/2008
O'Douls is the kind of bar that inspires a New York state of mind. Every evening, local and nationally known jazz artists swing from nine to midnight; during Jazz Fest, jam sessions begin when the last set ends. It's a sophisticated version of Cheers, where regulars are handed their favorite drink without ordering.
Coziness Factor: Warm sepia tones and rich shades of burgundy frame the elegant wrap-around bar where the comfy stools offer the best views. Farther from the stage are cushioned benches and lounge chairs to snuggle in.
Drinks/Food: The kitchen makes a mean pizza for $13 and the house-made cheesecake ($9) comes in a rotating cycle of flavors to pair with any number of wines by the glass. -
Review from Foodie J.
Vancouver, BC
1/9/2012
Came here for brunch yesterday with a girlfriend. I wasn't too impressed. The waiter forgot our scones, whereas other tables after us got their scones, not sure why he forgot about us? I had a butternut squash soup to start, half way through my soup, there was a chunk of saran wrap I had to spit out, my soup was also luke warm!! I had the turkey sausage scramble with potatoes, my meal again, was only lukewarm. The sausage was not hot and undercooked, my eggs were cold, and the potatoes were very bland. My girlfriend had the reuben sandwich, nothing too impressive. Overall, I would not go back.
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Review from Mandy R.
5/19/2011
I was actually surprised by how mediocre the eggs benedict was. The hollandaise left much to be desired, and the hashbrowns were just overcooked potato lumps. The breakfast scones were really good, but I was paying for the benny. The prices aren't even good so I doubt I'd go back for breakfast but I'd give it a shot at dinner or for drinks.
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Review from Howard L.
5/15/2011 1 Check-in Here
Had the corned beef hash and a glass of orange juice. It's not that i am not used to fancy restaurants, because i do eat out a lot, but the OJ in a red wine glass? That's a little extreme. The OJ costs the same amount as a glass of house red at my restaurant, $4. Okay, i'll deal with it, it's 8AM and you are the only place open this early within walking distance of my hotel. Ordered soft poached egg with my hash, it came out with hard poached. I was about to just deal with it and eat it but then i remembered that my hash was almost $20. I am not going to settle for errors when i am charge $20 for corned beef hash. So they remade it. Now my eggs were fine. The corned beef was so-so. I've had A LOT better for less than $10. Maybe this place was meant to be a dinner place.
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Review from Anita T.
Toronto, ON
8/15/2008
I came to O'Douls for the first time on a first date, and it was the perfect choice. The prime location on Robson Street makes it easily accessible, the live jazz playing in the background adds character, and the decor makes it a little more intimate.
They have a great selection of wines, and the staff is amazing in knowing exactly when to come to your table. The food is tasty with O'Douls being committed to supporting local farms and ethically produced goods. It actually makes you feel like you're doing the environment good when enjoying a meal at this restaurant. -
Review from Renee C.
1/3/2010
Yay for the appreciation of an early Sunday brunch...came here at 10am and was served right away.
I had a really packed day and all I could fit in was brunch to catch up with my highschool buddies. ^_^
There was already warm fresh blueberry scones on the tableside when I walked in and I think those were one of the best scones I've had in a long time....so crumbly yet moist at the same time!
I ordered the Haida benedict served with Pacific smoked salmon instead of ham (Canadian bacon as Americans called it). Yum!
It reminded me of elementary school social studies class when we learned about the Haida traditions and its people. :) Memories of museums and visiting the long houses suddenly rushed back into my head. I really do miss being a kid!!!!
The benedict was really good and so were the potatoes...I love taters!
This location was very convenient, located near the west end of Robson St.
I didn't have any problems finding parking, although I was very upset about the meters in Vancouver...now they are in effect until 10pm...it was 8pm for the past few decades! A toonie now only gets you an hour and 20mins....That's why ppl are upset about the Olympics hitting the city....the citizens have to pay for it! -
Review from Natalie B.
10/4/2009
The Moules Frites were to die for here. Local Vancouver Musseles with tomatoes, leek, Merridale cider and the most delicious french fries ever. We sat by a window and enjoyed the people watching also. Great local beers and wines. Service was friendly and atmosphere was classy yet relaxed. I will continue to dream about the Moules Frites until our next trip to Vancouver.
Additionally, they are known for their commitment to using sustainable seafood! -
Review from Maria J.
9/27/2008
Very good food and our waiter was superb. I started off with the Caeser Salad and it was one of the best. For my main course I had half a chicken baked with rice. They change the menu often. The chicken was seasoned to perfection.
Make sure to get a seat close to the window, it's great for people watching. We stayed at The Listel and the restaraunt is right next to the lobby. I never knew just how many bums BC had. I saw one stop and stick his half of his body is the garbage outside O'Douls. One can go broke during a block stretch with bums asking for money. My husband gave a bum 2 few dollars because he had a sign that read " NEED A BEER" It was his pure honesty that made my husband give him money. -
Review from Rose O.
7/24/2009
I must say after reading the other reviews I was very much looking forward to this place. Sadly the expectations were not met.
Perhaps it was the fact that our group waited over an hour for our food -- we were the only group in the restaurant with six people. Everyone else was couples, trios or quads. I think they just weren't used to serving so many people at one table.
Or perhaps it was because they were understaffed at the restaurant that evening -- I think there was a hostess, a bartender and one waiter for the entire restaurant.
Or perhaps it was because we ate there on a Monday night -- it was rather empty when we arrived.
In any case was not greatly impressed. I would not recommend it to friends visiting Vancouver such as I did. -
Review from David Y.
7/3/2010
Was here to listen to a jazz band playing for the International Jazz fest. O'Doul's is both an upscale restaurant and jazz bar. These two are connected but distinguishable from each other. The playing stage is the the bar area but is poorly placed making it near impossible to see unless you're right in front of the band. For 90% of the restaurant and maybe 50% of the bar, you won't get a peak at any part of the band. The restaurant section was nice and the service is great here. But that's what you're paying for. The decor is classy and the wine menu is huge. I was on a liquid diet here so I didn't sample the food. Beers were about $6 a piece and although I loved the jazz, this wouldn't be my choice for an event venue.
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Review from Christie S.
Vancouver, BC
5/8/2009
My favorite neighborhood haunt.
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Review from VanGrr L.
Vancouver, BC
4/6/2009
I love this place for brunch! They have such great choices ... faves include the banana blueberry pancakes, the crab cake eggs benedict and the divine clam chowder. In the summer, they open up an interior patio that lets in lots of light and it is a gorgeous place to have a sunny brunch. The service is fast and courteous.
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Review from Sara L.
Vancouver, BC
3/3/2010
I took my boyfriend to brunch here last month. I really enjoyed our experience. The scones were the best I've had anywhere, the coffee was good, and the orange juice was nice as well. I ordered the salmon benedict, and my boyfriend had the corned beef hash. Both were delicious. The service was excellent. We drink coffee like fish but were never able to get to the bottom of our cups. I have never eaten dinner here, but I would love to. This is a beautiful restaurant with a really welcoming atmosphere.
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Review from David S.
1/29/2010
Ate at the bar recently. the bartender said the burger was their most popular item on the bar menu so I gave it a try. Wow! It wasn't huge but was very tasty. They have a decent selection of local beers and a great selection of local wines. Was pleasantly surprised by the B.C. wines. Bartender explained that the management really tries to source as much of their food and drink from local growers. Nice philosophy and it absolutely works. This place is great.
