By Charlotte Ahern (January 2026)
Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar in North Vancouver’s Shipyards district is a waterfront seafood restaurant with a heated patio and city skyline views.
The venue is stylish, relaxed and all about ocean-to-table plates and sunset rendezvous. Pier 7’s prime location, with sweeping waterside views of Burrard Inlet and Downtown Vancouver, makes it a popular destination dining spot.
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Pier 7: Waterfront Dining in North Vancouver
The dining room at Pier 7 is bright and modern. Think West Coast minimal chic. It’s a restaurant built around the view, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame downtown Vancouver, and at night, the city lights steal the show.
The restaurant has two levels, with the main action happening on the lower floor. Upstairs is typically reservable for private events. Pier 7’s outdoor terraces on both levels seem about the same size as the indoor space.
The lower-level patio is the place to be when the sun shines and sets. Featuring glass wind protection, sunshades and heaters, with seating up and close to the water’s edge. It’s idyllic to sit out there with a glass of wine while watching the ocean.
Inside, there’s a long bar and seating that feels arranged around the window views. Overall, the restaurant feels upscale but flexible.
Menu Highlights
West Coast seafood takes centre stage on Pier 7’s menu, featuring bright, fresh plates and a few meat options providing balance.
Think oysters on ice and Instagram-ready seafood towers. Highlights include the signature clam chowder, cod and chips, and tiger prawns. Brunch standouts include seafood bennies, waffles and hearty classic benedicts that pair well with a mimosa. Other favourites include mussels in white wine sauce, creamy burrata, and blackened salmon.
The dessert line-up is classic with chocolate lava cake, tiramisu, and New York cheesecake.
Tip: Share a few small plates on the patio during golden hour with a bottle of wine. Seeing the daylight fade into the bright cityscape at night is the best way to experience the restaurant.
Ocean Wise & Dietary Options
Pier 7 highlights that all their seafood offerings are Ocean Wise, meaning they were sustainably caught. The restaurant also has a range of gluten-free options. However, for vegan requirements, there are limited choices.
Visit pierseven.ca for more information about the restaurant.
Drinks at Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar
The restaurant offers a selection of craft cocktails, including zero-proof options and a comprehensive wine program. There are bottles of wine across all budgets, from accessible options to premium wines and champagnes well into the hundreds. A Bellini or an Aperol spritz on the patio is always very persuasive when the sun is out.
Happy Hour & Offers
At the time of writing, Pier 7’s oceanfront Happy Hour runs daily from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm, offering small plates and drinks for $5 and up. Wine Wednesdays are equally as enticing when the restaurant offers bottles under $120 for 50% off.
There’s also a three-course set menu for $49 on select days, excluding weekends, which is a smart way to try the restaurant without creating a large tab.
Ocean-to-table seafood and relaxed hospitality define the Pier 7 experience.
Pricing & Dining Details
Pier 7’s price point sits firmly in the $$$ range. Brunch plates are priced around $25, and dinner mains average at around $30. Offers like happy hour and the $49 set menu make the restaurant more accessible.
Reservations are recommended via OpenTable, especially for patio seating. The restaurant is a popular venue on weekends and warm nights.
Parking isn’t right at the door as the restaurant is in a pedestrianised area, but there are multiple parkades around the Shipyards district within a five-minute stroll.
Tip: Guests visiting the restaurant from Downtown Vancouver may consider taking the SeaBus over to Lonsdale Quay. This way avoids lengthy traffic on the city’s connecting bridges.
Service & Atmosphere
In summer, Pier 7 often hosts live music evenings, adding a relaxed, enjoyable layer to the dining experience. Check the restaurant’s website for the current schedule.
Service during our visit was attentive and professional. Staff kept the room moving smoothly while guests lingered over drinks and enjoyed the waterfront views.
Who Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar is For
Pier 7 is best suited to couples chasing the sunset, friends sharing a bottle of wine and families marking milestones. The restaurant is also suitable for group business dinners and events. It’s upscale without being stiff, and the patio makes a casual happy hour or brunch feel special.
Pier 7 is the kind of restaurant where the view becomes part of the meal.
Why Pier 7 Earns Its Place on VBR
Location, location—then consistency. Pier 7 delivers reliable seafood, strong cocktails, and a polished patio experience with one of the best views in North Vancouver.
The restaurant works as a bar for small bites and happy hour, or as a full dining experience for date nights, celebrations, and business events.
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Similar Options in Vancouver
Nearby Pier 7 at Lonsdale Quay, Tap & Barrel at the Shipyards is a casual, more affordable alternative just a little further back from the waterside. Another really nice place is the Lobby Restaurant at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
For a similar upscale feel to Pier 7, Tutto Restaurant & Bar, also from the same hospitality group, is a solid option in Yaletown. Tutto is Italian, and instead of ocean views, it offers a vibrant, energetic environment with warm hospitality and generous portions.
Also in downtown Vancouver, Cardero’s or Lift in the Coal Harbour neighbourhood offer a similar waterfront setting to Pier 7, along with excellent seafood.
Address & Hours
Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar
25 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver
Monday to Sunday: 11:30 am – Late
Brunch: Saturday and Sunday: 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
Editorial Disclosure: Details are accurate at the time of writing. Features may form part of paid or hosted editorial partnerships and reflect Charlotte Ahern’s independently-curated selection, based on her editorial standards and personal taste.
Charlotte Ahern
Charlotte covers Vancouver’s dining scene, focusing on vibe, design, service, and the dishes people book tables for. Her work is highly selective, centred around elevated spaces where the experience goes beyond the plate.
