A quarter-century ago, we opened our doors in the heart of Yaletown and what an incredible ride it’s been so far! From first dates, spontaneous dinners to unforgettable parties, you’ve helped make every moment special!
This milestone isn’t just ours, it’s yours too. Your laughter, loyalty, and love have filled our space and our hearts for 25 amazing years. So, here’s to you — our guests, our friends, our extended family.
Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards
Your support means the world to us.
Nominate Blue Water Cafe for this year’s Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards.
Bar
Daily from 4:30 PM
Dinner
SUNDAY—THURSDAY 5PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 4:30PM
Sunseeker Garden Patio Hours
Where Summer Begins Early
Join us beginning at 2:30pm for Sunseeker Hours — a seasonal afternoon menu featuring cocktails by Bar Manager Ben McNamara, sushi and chilled seafood by Sushi Chef Masaaki “Masa” Kudo, and light coastal dishes by Executive Chef Frank Pabst.
Think Raw Bar favourites like our Dungeness Crab Roll, Seafood Plateau, Halibut Croquetas, Moroccan Calamari, and a daily rotating selection of oysters including Shigoku, Sunseekers, Fanny Bay, and Royal Miyagi — perfect for a quick sip, a slow afternoon, or a prelude to dinner.
Fridays through Sundays From 2:30pm–4:45pm
Sunseeker Garden Patio Hours
Where Summer Begins Early
Join us beginning at 2:30pm for Sunseeker Hours — a seasonal afternoon menu featuring cocktails by Bar Manager Ben McNamara, sushi and chilled seafood by Sushi Chef Masaaki “Masa” Kudo, and light coastal dishes by Executive Chef Frank Pabst.
Think Raw Bar favourites like our Dungeness Crab Roll, Seafood Plateau, Halibut Croquetas, Moroccan Calamari, and a daily rotating selection of oysters including Shigoku, Sunseekers, Fanny Bay, and Royal Miyagi — perfect for a quick sip, a slow afternoon, or a prelude to dinner.
Fridays through Sundays From 2:30pm–4:45pm
Celebrate this holiday season with our holiday lunch!
Beginning on Monday, December 8 through Tuesday, December 23 Executive Chef Frank Pabst is excited to offer our menu Monday through Friday from 12-2pm. Whether you’re celebrating with colleagues, family, or friends, this is the perfect way to enjoy the festive season.
Celebrate this holiday season with our holiday lunch!
Beginning on Monday, December 8 through Tuesday, December 23 Executive Chef Frank Pabst is excited to offer our menu Monday through Friday from 12-2pm. Whether you’re celebrating with colleagues, family, or friends, this is the perfect way to enjoy the festive season.
RING IN THE NEW YEAR AT BLUE WATER CAFE
FROM 5PM ONWARDS
– FIRST SEATING –
4:30PM – 7PM
A la carte menu by Executive Chef Frank Pabst with NYE feature.
Two hour seating for all reservations
– SECOND SEATING –
8PM – LATE
A DJ and dance floor, party favours and a glass of Champagne at the Midnight Celebration. All guests are invited to stay through midnight and celebrate on the dance floor.
Cover charge is $80.00 per guests + GST
To book parties of 8 or more, please contact us directly
[email protected]
or call +1 604-688-6078
RING IN THE NEW YEAR AT BLUE WATER CAFE
FROM 5PM ONWARDS
– FIRST SEATING –
4:30PM – 7PM
A la carte menu by Executive Chef Frank Pabst with NYE feature.
Two hour seating for all reservations
– SECOND SEATING –
8PM – LATE
A DJ and dance floor, party favours and a glass of Champagne at the Midnight Celebration. All guests are invited to stay through midnight and celebrate on the dance floor.
Cover charge is $80.00 per guests + GST
LIMITED A LA CARTE MENU AVAILABLE AT THE BAR ALL NIGHT
To book parties of 8 or more, please contact us directly
[email protected]
or call +1 604-688-6078
Valentine's day
Saturday, February 14
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an exclusive four-course menu for $155, featuring the freshest of the ocean’s bounty. Join us for a romantic evening filled with exceptional flavours and unforgettable memories.
four course menu | 155
valentine's day
Saturday, February 14
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with an exclusive four-course menu for $155, featuring the freshest of the ocean’s bounty. Join us for a romantic evening filled with exceptional flavours and unforgettable memories.
four course menu | 155
Unsung Heroes
This February, Executive Chef Frank Pabst presents his Unsung Heroes menu which celebrates under-utilized seafood catches to help preserve our oceans’ habitats.
Enjoy innovative dishes like Octo ‘Nomiyaki”’, Jellyfish ‘Som Tum’, and Uni ‘Verse’ while supporting ocean sustainability. 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Ocean Wise Sustainable Seafood Program.
unsung heroes
This February, Executive Chef Frank Pabst presents his Unsung Heroes menu which celebrates under-utilized seafood catches to help preserve our oceans’ habitats.
Enjoy innovative dishes like Octo ‘Nomiyaki”’, Jellyfish ‘Som Tum’, and Uni ‘Verse’ while supporting ocean sustainability. 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Ocean Wise Sustainable Seafood Program.
Tripadvisor ‘Best of the Best’ Awards
“Best of’ Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
2001-2014 and 2016-2025
Best Seafood Restaurant
Reader’s Choice Best Seafood. Silver
Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards
2024