Adesso Bistro - Vancouver

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars, the happy hour food menu at this restaurant offers a selection of small plates including Chef Tavela's famous Tuna Crudo ($16), Fried Chicken ($16), and Beef Tataki ($15). I was impressed not only by the perfectly cooked protein in each dish, but also by the creative and delicious sides such as the smooth pomme puree served with the fried chicken and the tempting squares of rice accompanying the beef tataki, which resembled deep-fried tofu. This sneak peek into the chef's cooking style has left me excited for future visits.

A truly divine experience. The service was excellent, and the patio adorned with rows of lights created a heavenly ambiance. The happy hour cocktails are a must-try. A personal favorite touch was the fleece blankets draped on the back of every chair - it made a significant difference for me, especially when it gets cold. Overall, a visit to this restaurant is highly recommended.

Be sure to try the veal tongue at this restaurant - you won't regret it. The thinly sliced tongue melts in your mouth even quicker than ice cream. The new chef is excellent and the desserts are also worth trying, even for someone who isn't typically a fan of sweets. Highly recommended!

Unique residential cozy spot restaurant in the westend. Has a really homely feel and very friendly, professional staff and service. The food is standard Italian fare. Good quality, but nothing unique about their menu. My linguine vongole had a few Sandy clams which was a bit unpleasant. The calamari appetizer was great. Their bartender shakes up a great dirty gin martini too!

Add another one to the list of Iconic places that you must eat at before you die.  Adesso ticks all the boxes for me, it has excellent food, paired with great wine and cocktails on a patio that you simply must experience.  They really know how to draw out the nuances in the food and force you to savour every bite.<br/ <br/ The only downside is that I found the atmosphere quite stiff.  Maybe it was the crowd, but I was really hoping for something more relaxed.