Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Richmond, Vancouver / British Columbia

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1. The Acorn

4.7

Exceptional(301)

$$$$

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Mount Pleasant

Booked 14 times today

The Acorn, a MICHELIN Recommended and award-winning restaurant, brings a fresh, modern approach to vegetable-forward dining in the heart of Vancouver. Recognized by MICHELIN for 3 consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025), with accolades for sustainability and one of the best brunch experiences in Vancouver, The Acorn has also earned 4/5 radishes from the We’re Smart Green Guide and named one of Forbes’ “Unmissable Plant-Based Restaurants in Canada.” Known for its creative, zero-waste, locavore-driven menu, The Acorn delivers an unforgettable dining experience using exclusively locally sourced, peak-season ingredients. With thoughtful options for vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free diners, even the most dedicated carnivores leave satisfied. Ninety-nine percent of what you enjoy on the plate, and sometimes the plate itself, is grown, harvested, or crafted right here in BC and Western Canada. Signature cocktails impress, while local wines showcase a true harmony of terroir to plate.

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2. Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1614)

$$$$

• Seafood • Richmond

Booked 7 times today

Situated in the heart of historic Steveston Village, with unparalleled views of the harbour and Fishermen's Pier, Blue Canoe is a unique seafood restaurant offering the best quality and variety of local fresh seafood, prepared simply with the freshest local ingredients available.

3. ELEM

4.7

Exceptional(378)

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• Global, International • Mount Pleasant

Booked 23 times today

ELEM restaurant and cocktail lab is located on Main + 5th. Guests can expect to indulge in Top Chef Canada alum Mayekar’s bold cooking, featuring creative flavour-packed dishes that highlight the unique spices from cuisines around the world with local ingredients, alongside Winnie Sun’s inventive, element-inspired and sustainability-driven cocktails.ELEM’s food menu is an exploration of flavours and spices from all corners of the world, including Bangkok, California, Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Mumbai – all inspired by Mayekar’s extensive travels and Indian heritage. There will also be a big focus on local BC-grown ingredients. The 2,946 square foot, 76-seat space was designed by Vancouver-based Marko Simcich Architect and features three dining spaces and an open window into the kitchen to see the chefs at work.

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4. Burdock & Co.

4.6

Exceptional(75)

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• Contemporary Canadian • Mount Pleasant

Booked 5 times today

• Reservation includes a seasonal tasting menu• One Michelin Star 2022–2025• Inaugural Sustainability Award, Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards 2025• Michelin Guide Sommelier of the Year 2023• World’s 50 Best Discovery 2022• Chef of the Year 2020, Vancouver MagazineChef Andrea Carlson opened Burdock & Co in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood in 2013. Our cooking is grounded in a deep connection to place — the Canadian Pacific Northwest — shaped by coastlines, valleys, forests, and urban gardens.We work closely with farmers, growers, and foragers to highlight the natural abundance of British Columbia, letting each ingredient speak clearly and honestly.At Burdock & Co, we primarily offer a seasonal tasting menu — a curated progression that reflects the moment, the land, and the people behind the ingredients.Our wine program follows the same philosophy: thoughtful, artisanal producers, a respect for the land, and wines that transparently express where they come from.

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5. Published on Main

4.6

Exceptional(539)

$$$$

• Contemporary Canadian • Mount Pleasant

Booked 43 times today

Published on Main is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Vancouver, offering a contemporary dining experience with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant's innovative menu and elegant ambiance have earned it critical acclaim, including a top ranking in Canada's 100 Best Restaurants.Published on Main's menu is a testament to Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson's creativity and passion. Each dish is a work of art, showcasing the freshest seasonal ingredients with innovative techniques and unexpected flavor combinations. From the amuse-bouche to the final dessert, every bite is a delightful surprise.Published on Main is committed to using sustainable and locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant partners with local farmers and producers to ensure the highest quality ingredients, while minimizing its environmental impact.

6. Giusti

4.8

Exceptional(176)

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• Italian • Mount Pleasant

Booked 36 times today

Giusti sits just off Main in Mount Pleasant’s historic Ashnola Building, where tall windows and old chandeliers throw a candlelit glow across the room. It’s cozy but alive. The menu starts with what’s fresh, folding in Italian cheeses, vinegars, and salumi that let local vegetables shine. Every pasta is hand-rolled, often egg-fortified. Please note we are unable to offer gluten free pasta. We look forward to hosting you in our Main Dining Room, Galleria or Bar Area. The Galleria is our second floor, more intimate space which overlooks the main dining room. The Bar area tables are located in the window, close to the entrance. Reservations are available for dinner from 5 pm to 945 pm every night. Unrestricted street parking is limited so we recommend giving yourself some extra time to find a spot or use a ride share or taxi. Paid, underground parking lots can be found nearby at 227 E 5th Ave, 240 E 7th Ave or under the Mount Pleasant Community Center at 1 Kingsway.

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7. Gotham Steakhouse and Bar

4.9

Exceptional(3881)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Gotham is Vancouver's most awarded steakhouse featuring the finest Canada Prime beef, fresh seafood and local ingredients in season. Gotham features soaring ceilings, sumptuous leather and velvet upholstery, private dining rooms, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service. In the summer, Gotham boasts a serene urban oasis to enjoy lunch or dinner al fresco. The lounge features one of the city's best Happy Hours, and live music many nights throughout the week. Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards *** Does not accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

8. ARC Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2114)

$$$$

• Northwest • Coal Harbour

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to ARC-where fresh flavours, harbour views, and West Coast hospitality come together in downtown Vancouver. Our Bottomless Weekend Brunch is a local favourite, featuring unlimited chef-crafted tasting plates and tableside mimosas. Join us for Happy Hour daily from 3:30-6pm with seasonal cocktails and shareable bites. Dine on our patio overlooking the harbour, the perfect perch for a relaxed coastal meal. Don't miss Province to Plate-a three-course set menu that highlights the very best of BC's seasonal ingredients, crafted by Executive Chef Adam Middleton.

9. Fable Diner & Bar

4.2

Awesome(445)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Yaletown

Booked 19 times today

We are so excited to get an opportunity to re-open and amazing location in the heart of Vancouver and cook some amazing brunches, dinner, burgers and pizza for all. We will contiune to source local and fresh ingredients and prepare from scratch as many products as we can.

10. Locanda dell'Orso

4.5

Awesome(159)

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• Italian • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

Modern Italian restaurant, local to downtown VancouverLocanda dell’Orso is inspired by the old legend of the Innkeeper and the Bear. Here you’ll find the ambiance of a warm Italian home, built on the promise of a welcoming and indulgent culinary experience throughout. Fresh pasta made in house daily, with dishes found across Northern and Coastal Italy, ingredients are sourced locally from small farms and imported especially from the Italian regions from which they are best known.

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Luke
Vancouver / British Columbia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Second time at Giusti, overall another great experience. Food and service are incredible.
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Giusti$$$$• Italian• Mount Pleasant
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4.8
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NancyGold
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Burdock & Co was a great food & wine experience. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable and great story tellers when introducing each plate & wine. It’s evident that the team loves food and sharing with their customers:
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Burdock & Co.$$$$• Contemporary Canadian• Mount Pleasant
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4.6
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RebeccaGold
Calgary / Southern Alberta •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Incredible restaurant. My new favourite in Vancouver! Each dish is made very intentionally with the flavour profile of each dish being perfectly curated. The service was also some of the best we’ve ever had. Chef himself brings the dishes to each table too and say hi which is such a nice personal touch. We ordered 8 dishes and the duck fried rice, yellowfin tuna bhel and lamb skewers were standouts. And the popcorn desert of course. 10/10 would recommend and we will be back!!
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ELEM$$$$• Global, International• Mount Pleasant
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4.7
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Fiorie
Vancouver / British Columbia •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 26, 2026
Service was great. Well paced meal. Exceptional food
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The Acorn$$$$• Vegetarian / Vegan• Mount Pleasant
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4.7
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Ray
Vancouver / British Columbia •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 21, 2026
Delicious meals. Great views of the river. Pleasant ambience.
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Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant$$$$• Seafood• Richmond
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4.7

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