[dinosaur]

My bf and I are heading to Whistler over Christmas...

I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for some good restaurants? I have not been to Whistler in years and I have googled some restaurants, but it is hard to tell if they are good with no personal recommendations...

Looking for something a little different, causal, good atmosphere, etc.

We enjoy all type of food but are looking for something a little more than a steak-house type place...

Cost is not a concern.

Thanks :)

[Szeto]

Here is a good one :)

21 Steps - Welcome (http://www.21steps.ca/)

[ShadowBun]

Bearfoot
Bearfoot Bistro (http://www.bearfootbistro.com/)


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[TOS'd]

If you are around for lunch or something check out Splitz Grill for a great burger.

[dinosaur]

If you are around for lunch or something check out Splitz Grill for a great burger.

Yeah, we are there for 5 days.

Thanks!

[NLY]

Araxi Restaurant and Bar

Awesome seafood, worth a visit anytime im up there

Araxi | Whistler BC (http://www.araxi.com/)

btw, Christmas up in Whistler sounds like an awesome idea.

[ShadowBun]

let us know how it goes

Im going up there with gf on the 20th as well lol

[lowside67]

Araxi Restaurant and Bar

Awesome seafood, worth a visit anytime im up there

Araxi | Whistler BC (http://www.araxi.com/)

btw, Christmas up in Whistler sounds like an awesome idea.

+1, just made a reservation for my family when we are up over the break.

Mark

[dinosaur]

We said fuck the family bullshit this year and are having "naked" xmas :)

we are there from 23rd to the 27th. Can't wait!!

[K-Dub]

Bearfoot, Araxi. Zog's. Splitz. Have fun. Naked xmas eh..

[haymura]

please, please please... whatever you do, do not eat at Chinese Bistro! Its the one right beside a japanese restaurant on top of showcase store and right behind the zoggs stand. I was craving chinese food when i was up in whistler so i tried that place. Prices are as expensive as kirin but the food was crap and so was the service. I urge you to stay away.

for good restaurants it depends on what meal of the day.

Breakfast:
-BG urban grill
-Cafe Montagne (awesome crepes and waffles)

Lunch:
-Earls (pulled pork sandwich is pretty good)
-Splitz Grill
-Bearfoot
-Zoggs

Dinner:
-Araxi
-21 steps

[ooops]

Rim Rock Cafe

'cafe' in the name, but it's fine dining and a must for whistler

Rim Rock Cafe (http://www.rimrockwhistler.com/)

[palepilsenpin0y]

Breakfast:
-Cafe Montagne (awesome crepes and waffles)


Their crepes are fucking godlike! Probably the best ones I've ever had.

Do yourself a favor dinosaur, and head there! :D

[Jermyzy]

Most of my favourites already mentioned:

Cafe Montagne for breakfast
Araxi/Rim Rock Cafe nice for dinner, but can get pricey.
I like going to Dubhlinn Gate (Irish Pub) for lunch or Zogg's for a quick bite.

[Doubl3_H]

Was up at Whistler this past summer and tried out Cafe Montagne for breakfast.
The food was delicious and service was top notch. I don't know how busy they are during the winter season, but during the summer, it was busy. So make sure you head there early.

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[racerman88]

Araxi Restaurant and Bar

Awesome seafood, worth a visit anytime im up there

Araxi | Whistler BC (http://www.araxi.com/)

btw, Christmas up in Whistler sounds like an awesome idea.

They are still doing well and getting good reviews

[civicyvr]

Was up at Whistler this past summer and tried out Cafe Montagne for breakfast.
The food was delicious and service was top notch. I don't know how busy they are during the winter season, but during the summer, it was busy. So make sure you head there early.

http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af251/emonerr/IMG_2753.jpg
http://i1013.photobucket.com/albums/af251/emonerr/IMG_2755.jpg

+3 for Crepe Montagne Cafe for breakfast.

[ConCho]

+1 for earls. went there everytime i went up to earls.

[Sky_High]

Belvedere Ice Room

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[Soundy]

+1 for Araxi.

If you want a more casual pub atmosphere, go to Citta (http://www.cittabistro.com/), right in the middle of the Village. Some wicked pub food there.

If you don't mind a short drive (15-20 minutes) there are a couple of good places in Pemberton. The Wood Bistro (http://www.wildwoodrestaurants.ca/htm/pbistro.html), right behind the Petro Canada when you come into town, is fantastic, and they have the most incredible crab-and-mushroom bisque.

Oh... and for breakfast: Southside Diner (http://southsidediner.ca/), creekside. Takes "greasy spoon" to a whole new delicious level.

[ShadowBun]

is the samurai sushi the same one here in Vancouver? aka big size?

[Special K]

Bump.

Araxi or Bearfoot? I am looking to go tomorrow night. Bearfoot only has 63% rating on Urbanspoon...

Any other ideas welcome :)
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[skiiipi]

Bump.

Araxi or Bearfoot? I am looking to go tomorrow night. Bearfoot only has 63% rating on Urbanspoon...

Any other ideas welcome :)
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I liked araxi better.
Bearfoot is suppose to have a better wine list, but I don't drink wine.
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[Hondaracer]

For the price between the three ill take Hy's although the Hy's in whistler feels more like a Keg than the Van location

As posted above 21 steps is great and good value
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[miss_crayon]

Araxi!!! One of THE best meals I've ever had. Amazing food, service and a beautiful space.
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[finbar]

+1 Araxi

The Edgewater (http://www.edgewater-lodge.com/whistler-dining.html). I had the lamb shank :drool:

[RFlush]

I went to Araxi a couple months ago and they had a really good deal for their 31 year anniversary. It was $31 for a...5 course meal? or something like that. I am not sure if they still have it but thought the value was good. I don't think the food was amazing though, but for the price of $31 I really couldn't complain.

Oh, they also have a $10 for a dozen oysters special in ther afternoon. Ended up getting 4 dozen for 2 people :D

[Special K]

So we will be going to Araxi tonight. Will report back later.

Apparently they are the same group as Bluewater Cafe, Cin Cin and West? I walked by and saw the sign.

21 Steps is not bad. The mussels remind me of Biercraft. Nothing fancy but haven't tried their big plates so I can say much. Had a snack there yesterday after Splitz Grill lol.
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[wreck]

I liked araxi better.
Bearfoot is suppose to have a better wine list, but I don't drink wine.
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The wine list is light years better at Bearfoot if you are into higher end wines. If you plan to spend $100 or less on wine then you could argue Araxi has the better list.

I personally like the food better at Barefoot (they have a few different menus, set menus etc), but not by much. As for service, like most Whistler restaurants it can be inconsistent as they have to hire ski bums - however if you get a career server the service can be top notch.

[skiiipi]

The wine list is light years better at Bearfoot if you are into higher end wines. If you plan to spend $100 or less on wine then you could argue Araxi has the better list.

I personally like the food better at Barefoot (they have a few different menus, set menus etc), but not by much. As for service, like most Whistler restaurants it can be inconsistent as they have to hire ski bums - however if you get a career server the service can be top notch.

Yea, I love fine dining, but have yet to develop an appreciation for fine wine (or wine in general).
Guess it comes w/ age?
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[miss_crayon]

Here are some photos of our dinner from Araxi. This was from our last trip up there (2 years ago) but still soo memorable.

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Spot Prawns sashimi with deep fried head, crab roll egg crepe over gazpacho, and beach angels oysters

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Scallops

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Beef tenderloin with crispy mash

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Chilled lobster.

[Special K]

Araxi is not bad. The menu and the food is very similar to Bluewater Cafe in Yaletown.

1/2 dozen Kusshi - shucked very well, every piece looked and tasted good. 9/10
Beef tartare - standard beef tartare. 7/10
Tuna tataki - nicely done, I liked the caviar/fish roe thing with the tuna. 8/10
Halibut - a little dry, but they didn't screw up. 8/10
Mushrooms on the side - nice selection and generous portion. Could have used much less butter. 7/10

Overall, I think Araxi is just another Bluewater Cafe. So the food is quite good. Service was also very good. No comment on wine because we don't drink wine. :P