Time & Place
Metrotown, Burnaby
Restaurant in Burnaby, Canada
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Time & Place is worth booking when convenience near Metrotown and the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown matters more than a destination dining experience. It is strongest for hotel guests, business meals, casual groups, and weekday lunch; for a more occasion-driven Burnaby dinner, compare it with Atlas Steak + Fish or Hart House Restaurant.
About Time & Place
Time & Place in Burnaby has posted morning, midday, and evening hours, and the dress code is smart casual. It is best approached as a practical Burnaby venue rather than a destination to choose around a specific cuisine, signature dish, room style, or special service format.
The main planning advantage is timing. Time & Place lists morning hours from 6–10 AM daily, a midday window from 11 AM–1 PM daily, and evening hours from 4–10 PM Monday to Friday and 5–10 PM Saturday and Sunday. That makes it useful when the priority is fitting a visit into a clear schedule in Burnaby.
Use it for scheduling, not a culinary statement
For someone deciding whether to visit, the clearest reason is logistics. The posted schedule covers morning, midday, and evening windows, which gives it flexibility for people coordinating around different parts of the day. The safest expectation is a direct, schedule-led visit rather than a highly defined culinary point of view.
The smart-casual dress code also gives the venue a slightly more polished planning frame without requiring a formal assumption. If the occasion depends on a more distinctive setting or a clearer restaurant identity, compare it with options such as Atlas Steak + Fish or Hart House Restaurant, while keeping Time & Place in mind for a more schedule-driven Burnaby visit.
Timing is the main decision
The midday window is short, running 11 AM–1 PM daily, so it is best treated as a planned stop rather than an open-ended afternoon visit. The evening period has a longer listed window, with hours from 4–10 PM on weekdays and 5–10 PM on weekends. Morning hours are also clearly listed from 6–10 AM every day.
Guests should choose the period that fits their schedule. For a simple Burnaby plan with smart-casual expectations and clearly posted hours, Time & Place is easy to place on a shortlist.
Planning details
- Location
- Located inside Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 2W7, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- timeandplaceburnaby.com
- Phone
- +16046393756
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Time & Place operates as the pragmatic dining room of the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, balancing hotel polish with an approachable, relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is built to serve a mixed clientele—overnight guests seeking convenience, business travellers on working lunches, and local residents who expect reliable service. Rather than presenting a narrow culinary identity, the dining room leans on dependability: consistent service, a broad menu, and an environment that feels comfortable for both transient guests and repeat local diners. It reads as a classic hotel restaurant that aims to be welcoming without pretense.
Best For
This restaurant is best for business-oriented meals and everyday hotel dining needs. It suits business travellers and colleagues meeting for working lunches, as well as groups of local diners who want a dependable option near Metrotown and the SkyTrain. The menu’s range also makes it a solid choice for weekend brunches and relaxed dinners—occasions when straightforward, well-executed mains matter. Time & Place positions itself as a convenient, transit-accessible choice for anyone staying at the hotel or seeking an unambitious, consistent meal in Burnaby’s commercial core.
Ordering Tips
Lean on the menu’s signature mains when you want a reliable impression: the Beef Short Rib Ossobuco and Pork Belly are highlighted house dishes, and there’s a Vegan Carbonara for plant-based diners. Given the restaurant’s role serving hotel guests and business lunches, expect a broad menu designed to satisfy varied tastes rather than a tightly focused chef’s tasting. Opt for mains that reflect straightforward, hearty preparations and use the menu’s variety to accommodate mixed-party preferences—meat-forward items for dinner and lighter choices for midday meals.
Venue details
Ambiance
Spacious and relaxed with moderate noise levels, bright entrance, and a welcoming atmosphere ideal for quiet dinners.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Beef Short Rib Ossobuco
- Pork Belly
- Vegan Carbonara
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Located inside Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 2W7, Canada
Planning details
Location
Located inside Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, 6083 McKay Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 2W7, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Where to Go If This Does Not Fit
For a stronger special-occasion dinner in Burnaby, try Atlas Steak + Fish. For a more atmospheric local meal, Hart House Restaurant is the better backup.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Time & Place is the easiest choice when the group is already near Metrotown or staying at the hotel. Compared with Hart House Restaurant, it is more convenient for transit-area meetups and tighter schedules, but Hart House is the stronger pick when ambiance is the reason for booking.
Atlas Steak + Fish is the better Burnaby choice for a polished dinner or special occasion, especially if the group wants a clearer steak-and-seafood identity. Time & Place wins on ease: breakfast, lunch, and dinner coverage make it more flexible for hotel guests and workday meals.
If the group is willing to leave Burnaby, Lucky Taco is more casual and social, Bufala River District is better for relaxed pizza-driven dining, and Claudia is the Mediterranean alternative when cuisine direction matters more than location convenience.
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Compare Time & Place
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time & Place | Burnaby | , | No published awards |
| Hart House Restaurant | Burnaby | , | No published awards |
| Atlas Steak + Fish | Burnaby | , | No published awards |
| Lucky Taco | Vancouver | , | No published awards |
| Bufala River District | Vancouver | , | No published awards |
| Claudia | Vancouver | Mediterranean | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Time & Place good for solo dining?
For a solo visit, the strongest planning factor is timing. If the posted hours fit your plans in Burnaby, use the listed windows: 6–10 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, and an evening period that runs 4–10 PM Monday to Friday and 5–10 PM Saturday and Sunday.
What are alternatives to Time & Place?
For comparison, consider Atlas Steak + Fish, Hart House Restaurant, Lucky Taco, Bufala River District, or Claudia. Time & Place has a smart-casual dress code and posted morning, midday, and evening hours in Burnaby.
Can I eat at the bar at Time & Place?
Plan around the posted morning, midday, or evening hours rather than assuming a bar-first setup.
What should I order at Time & Place?
Use the time period to guide the visit: 6–10 AM for morning timing, 11 AM–1 PM for the midday window, and the listed evening hours for later plans.
Is Time & Place good for a special occasion?
It may suit a low-fuss occasion if Burnaby location, posted hours, and a smart-casual dress code are the priorities. If you want a meal with a more clearly defined occasion feel, compare it with Hart House Restaurant or Atlas Steak + Fish.
Is midday or evening better at Time & Place?
That depends on timing. The midday window is 11 AM–1 PM daily, while evening hours run 4–10 PM Monday to Friday and 5–10 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Can Time & Place accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a group, choose from the posted service windows and confirm directly with the restaurant before relying on a specific setup.
