After a rare night off work sick, John Bishop calls the diners he missed last night to apologize for his absence. It’s clear why Bishop’s has had more than 30 years of success: John Bishop is a class act. The acclaimed chef, cookbook author and consummate host says, “It’s a tough industry, it’s not romantic. You have to want to be in it.” It’s evident that even after three decades in the business, he still has that passion.
“My clients often say that being in my restaurant feels like being at home, and that’s a huge compliment.” John goes in every night to oversee operations, mingle with customers and shuck a few oysters. He considers his restaurant, which has won countless local and national awards, an extension of his home and family.
Read the story of Bishop's RestaurantNettle Soup
wild garlic crème fraiche, mussels & clams
Salad of Root Vegetables
fried hen's egg, fermiere cheese, sorrel vinaigrette
Fraser Valley Asparagus
Lady Jane cheese, giant kelp, toasted seeds & grains
Albacore Tuna
spring vegetable escabeche, oyster emulsion, herbs and flowers
Terrine of North Thompson Heritage Ranch Pork
savoury granola, mustard dressing
Haida Gwaii Halibut
hakuri turnip, braised lettuce, mussel bouillon
Wild Spring Salmon
morel mushroom, bean & razor clam ragout, asparagus, pine
Shuswap Chicken Roulade
Okanagan lentils, alpine porcini, lovage, kale
Dry-Aged Cache Creek Ribeye
spring alliums, charred shallot, sieglinde potato, natural jus
Anciente Grains Risotto
grilled brassicas, wild & cultivated mushrooms
Elderflower Crème Brulee
Rhubarb
rhubarb custard & jam, lovage sorbet, crumble
Milk & Honey
yogurt panna cotta, Mellifere "honeycomb", crispy milk, beeswax ice cream
Chocolate
brown butter chocolate cake, crème fraiche, red ace beetroot
The Farmhouse Cheese Co. Whipped Goat Brie
oat biscuits, sour cherry
Featured Port
Fonseca Vintage Port 1997
Feature Dessert Wine
Chateau de Ricaud Loupiac 2000
Maralumi Chocolate Bar
cocoa nib ice cream, chocolate cake, brandied cherries
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an ok place and I don't know why you need 20 characters
Took my girlfriend for her birthday and had a great time. The food was awesome which it should be. We had 4 glasses of wine, two appetizers, two entrees, and two desserts for a total bill (with tip) of $330.00. which I thought was reasonable for the amount of alcohol we had and the day we were going to spend. The server was very attentive and friendly as was everyone in the restaurant. My only very tiny complaint is that they didn't comp my friend's birthday dessert. Maybe that's stupid of me but every other restaurant I've been to on a special occasion has comped the dessert. Understand it's not about the mullah, it's about the principle of the issue. After dropping over $300 on dinner I'm not going to complain about an extra $15 but it just seemed kind of cheap on their part. Just a little complaint though... I'd definitely go back if my dates want to.
Took my wife for our anniversary having read some good reviews online. We were surprised by the size of the place, as it only seats around 40 people but the food was just fantastic. It was also nicely proportioned so you could eat a full three courses without feeling stuffed ... or guilty. We had the Tuna Carpaccio to start with whilst she followed up with pork and I had venison. I can't describe the dishes but the presentation was stunning with excellent attention to detail. I finished with the chocolate trio whilst she had her favourite, creme brulee. My wife had a single glass of champagne and the whole meal came to just over $160 without tips. It was a fantastic meal though and a good celebration. I think the only flaw is a lack of space and having to park a block or two away but the food makes up for it.
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An institution on the Vancouver dining scene, Bishop's kitchen delivers innovative seasonal dishes that keep diners coming back, and you can expect the same outstanding cuisine on the $40 Dine Out dinner menu. The multi-course carte-du-jour offers plenty of choice, including four different entrée options: cod, roasted duck, stuffed zucchini or a rack of lamb.
View this Smart ListNo Kitsilano date night list would be complete without one of Vancouver’s oldest and most respected fine-dining establishments, Bishop’s Restaurant. The home of celebrity chef and celebrated cookbook author John Bishop, this elegant, white-tablecloth bistro never disappoints with its emphasis on quality, local ingredients, fresh seafood, and impeccable service. An award-winning fine-dining spot like no other, Bishop’s is best reserved for a special anniversary date night – or perhaps even a proposal dinner.
View this Smart ListVancouver celebrity chef John Bishop’s long-standing Kitsilano bistro made headlines when it first opened for it’s undeniably West Coast dishes and commitment to high quality, local ingredients. Here, halibut comes from Haida Gwaii, and steelhead salmon from Lois Lake. The quiet, upscale eatery is a destination for tourists from around the world – and for good reason, with seafood almost as fresh one would find on the beach!
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