Restaurant in Vancouver, Canada
Dovetail
100Pearl PointsFlexible Yaletown
About Dovetail
Dovetail is a practical Yaletown pick when you want an easy Vancouver reservation, a central address, a meal that can stretch into a late night. It is less compelling as a destination dining choice because no cuisine, chef, awards, or price band is published here, so treat it as a flexible social option rather than a trophy table.
For Dovetail in Vancouver, the verified planning details are practical rather than descriptive: it is open daily from 11:30 AM, closes at 12 AM Sunday through Thursday, closes at 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. The dress code is smart casual.
Because the verified record here does not include a cuisine type, chef, awards signal, listed price band, seat count, menu format, or signature dish, it is best not to frame Dovetail around specifics that are not confirmed. Use the confirmed details to decide whether its hours and dress code fit your plans, then check the venue's official channels for current details before you go.
Use it for a Vancouver plan where hours and dress code matter
Dovetail's confirmed late operating window makes it easier to consider for plans that may run later in the evening, especially on Friday and Saturday when the listed closing time is 1 AM. The smart casual dress code also gives a useful baseline for what to wear without assuming a formal dining format.
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Practical read before choosing it
Choose Dovetail when the confirmed basics line up with your plan: Vancouver location, smart casual dress, daily hours from 11:30 AM to late. Do not rely on unverified assumptions about cuisine, pricing, awards, chef, seat count, dietary accommodations, delivery, takeout, or a specific service format. For the most current details, check the venue's official channels before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Dovetail?
Dovetail's verified dress code is smart casual. Aim for polished, neat clothing rather than formalwear unless your own plans call for it.
What are Dovetail's hours?
Dovetail is listed as open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 AM to 12 AM, Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 1 AM, Sunday from 11:30 AM to 12 AM.
What should I order at Dovetail?
The verified information here does not include a cuisine type, menu format, or signature dish. Check Dovetail's official channels for the latest menu details before you go.
Does Dovetail handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not included in the verified information here. Contact Dovetail directly before visiting if anyone in your group has specific needs.
Location
1079 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S3, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Compare Dovetail
| Venue | Location |
|---|---|
| Dovetail | Vancouver |
| Oshi Nori | Vancouver |
| El Guapo | Vancouver |
| The Greek Yaletown | Vancouver |
| Yaletown Brewing Company | Vancouver |
| Banter Room | Vancouver |
How Dovetail Vancouver compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Oshi Nori, Notable alternative
- El Guapo, Notable alternative
- The Greek Yaletown, Notable alternative
- Yaletown Brewing Company, Notable alternative
- Banter Room, Notable alternative
How it compares in Yaletown
Dovetail is the easier default when the plan needs flexibility more than a tightly defined food brief. Compared with Oshi Nori, it is the safer pick for a mixed group that has not agreed on a specific format; choose Oshi Nori when the group actively wants that narrower lane. Against El Guapo, Dovetail feels better for a less theme-driven night, while El Guapo is the clearer call when the mood is louder and more casual.
The Greek Yaletown is the better cross-shop when shared plates and an obvious cuisine direction matter. Yaletown Brewing Company is more useful for beer-led groups or a low-pressure hangout. Banter Room sits closest in spirit as an easy social alternative, so use that as the fallback if Dovetail's timing does not work.
For value, the decision is less about published price and more about risk. Dovetail is a lower-risk booking when the group wants a central Vancouver room and late-night flexibility. Pick a peer instead when cuisine clarity, beer focus, or a more obvious casual-party energy is the point of the night.
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