Oddfish Restaurant
Kitsilano, Vancouver
Restaurant in Vancouver, Canada
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Oddfish Restaurant is a good pick for a relaxed Kitsilano dinner when flexibility matters more than a formal splurge. Book it for an easy west-side Vancouver night; cross-shop AnnaLena for a higher-end contemporary meal or Octopus Garden when Japanese is the priority.
About Oddfish Restaurant
Should you book Oddfish Restaurant in Vancouver? Yes if the goal is a casual evening plan that fits its nightly schedule. Oddfish Restaurant is in Vancouver, the dress code is casual, hours are listed nightly from 5:00 to 9:45 PM.
The useful way to think about Oddfish Restaurant is as a practical evening option. With a consistent nightly schedule, the strongest planning point is its evening availability.
A Vancouver choice for a relaxed evening
Book this when the priority is an approachable Vancouver restaurant night. The available hours run every day from 5:00 to 9:45 PM, which makes it useful for an evening option without relying on lunch service or special formats. The casual dress code also supports a lower-pressure plan.
For a broader Vancouver plan, this fits well alongside browsing in Our full Vancouver restaurants guide. If the trip is wider than a restaurant booking, pair the meal planning with Our full Vancouver hotels guide, Our full Vancouver bars guide, Our full Vancouver wineries guide, Our full Vancouver experiences guide.
Who should choose it
Choose Oddfish Restaurant when the group wants a casual Vancouver restaurant and the nightly 5:00–9:45 PM hours fit the plan. If you are comparing other options, AnnaLena and Octopus Garden are useful cross-shops, depending on what kind of evening you want.
For other alternatives, keep Toyokan, New Fuji, Lavidas in the mix depending on appetite and availability. Readers mapping a larger dining route can also compare Oddfish Restaurant with other Vancouver dining rooms in a more general way.
Bottom line: this is a sensible yes for a casual Vancouver evening when the nightly hours suit your plans. For a decision based on cuisine, price, specific dishes, awards, or seating style, use a current reservation source or the restaurant directly.
Planning details
- Location
- 1889 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 5J1, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- oddfishrestaurant.com
- Phone
- +16045646330
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Oddfish presents as a neighborhood seafood room that values restraint over spectacle. It sits on Kitsilano’s West 1st Avenue among low-rise shops and wine bars, and the writing emphasizes a continuity that rewards repeat visits rather than one-off destination dining. The kitchen ambition aligns with Vancouver’s contemporary scene, but the service and setting tilt toward lower ceremony — polished without performative flourish. Expect an intimate, relaxed atmosphere where locals treat the tables as regulars and the focus is squarely on well-executed seafood in a quietly modern space.
Best For
Oddfish is best suited to an evening out where quality seafood and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere matter more than theatrical dining. The write-up positions the restaurant in Kitsilano’s steady roster of independent rooms — places people book deliberately and revisit — so it’s a reliable choice for dinner with friends, a date night, or a small group that prefers thoughtful cooking without downtown formality. The kitchen’s contemporary ambitions make it a good pick when you want solid, ingredient-driven seafood in a polished but unshowy setting.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the seafood highlights when you visit: order the Ceviche and a platter of Oysters to start, then choose one of the whole-fish preparations such as the Whole Seabass with Chermoula or the Branzino. For a richer option, the Salmon with Crispy Skin showcases the kitchen’s attention to texture. These signature dishes reflect the restaurant’s seafood focus and offer a straightforward way to sample what the kitchen does well; share plates among the table to experience variety.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet refined neighborhood atmosphere with cozy interior and charming year-round patio; warm lighting and unpretentious elegance.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Ceviche
- Whole Seabass with Chermoula
- Oysters
- Branzino
- Salmon with Crispy Skin
Planning details
Location
1889 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 5J1, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Toyokan, Notable alternative
- New Fuji, Notable alternative
- AnnaLena, $$$$ · Contemporary, $$$$
- Octopus Garden, $$$$ · Japanese, $$$$
- Lavidas, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Vancouver
Oddfish Restaurant is the easier, more neighborhood-driven choice against AnnaLena and Octopus Garden. AnnaLena and Octopus Garden sit in the $$$$ tier, so choose them when the meal is the main event and the budget is built around that. Choose Oddfish when the plan is a relaxed Kitsilano dinner with less pressure around the booking.
Against Toyokan, New Fuji, Lavidas, the decision is mostly about location and mood. Oddfish makes the most sense for a west-side evening; Toyokan, New Fuji, or Lavidas are better cross-shops if their location or format fits the night more cleanly.
If availability is the deciding factor, start with Oddfish before the higher-commitment $$$$ options. If the occasion needs polish, ceremony, or a clearer splurge signal, AnnaLena and Octopus Garden are stronger targets.
Explore Vancouver
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Oddfish Restaurant guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Oddfish Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfish Restaurant | Vancouver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Toyokan | Vancouver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| New Fuji | Vancouver | ; | ; | No published awards |
| AnnaLena | Vancouver | $$$$ · Contemporary | $$$$ | 2026 Canada's 100 Best Restaurants · #122026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants · #35Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Canada's 100 Best Restaurants · #102025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #4602025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #541 |
| Octopus Garden | Vancouver | $$$$ · Japanese | $$$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Lavidas | Vancouver | ; | ; | No published awards |
.png?width=1200&quality=80)
How Oddfish Restaurant Vancouver compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Oddfish Restaurant?
The specific dishes are not included in this guide, so avoid planning around a particular item from this guide alone. Oddfish Restaurant is open nightly from 5:00 to 9:45 PM in Vancouver, with a casual dress code.
Can Oddfish Restaurant accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not included in this guide. Oddfish Restaurant is listed with nightly 5:00–9:45 PM hours in Vancouver, so check directly with the restaurant or booking platform for party-size details.
Can I eat at the bar at Oddfish Restaurant?
Bar seating is not included in this guide. If that matters to your visit, confirm directly before booking; the planning details are the Vancouver location, casual dress code, nightly 5:00–9:45 PM hours.
What is Oddfish Restaurant known for?
Oddfish Restaurant is a Vancouver restaurant with casual dress and nightly hours from 5:00 to 9:45 PM. More specific claims about cuisine, signature dishes, awards, or service style are not included in this guide.
