Restaurant

The Flying Pig Yaletown

Name: The Flying Pig Yaletown
Address: 1168 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2S2, CA
Telephone: (604) 568-1344
Price range: moderate

Seafood•Yaletown•moderate

The Flying Pig Yaletown is one of the best seafood restaurants in Vancouver for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Yaletown.

The Flying Pig Yaletown has built a reputation on exactly the kind of contemporary Canadian cooking that doesn't require a glossary to navigate.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

The Flying Pig Yaletown has built a reputation on exactly the kind of contemporary Canadian cooking that doesn't require a glossary to navigate. No theatrical plating conceits, no tasting-menu anxiety — just deliberately sourced proteins and a room that, by consistent account, makes its guests feel genuinely welcomed rather than evaluated. In a Yaletown stretch where plenty of neighbours are angling for occasion dining, this is the place locals reportedly return to on a Tuesday with no agenda other than a good meal. If your dining companion goes cold at the mention of wine pairings and amuse-bouches, this is the right call. The menu anchors itself in ingredients that carry regional and ethical weight. The Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio is a recurring talking point — bison reads as leaner and more mineral in character than beef, and the pepper crust is understood to bring warmth that keeps the dish from feeling austere. The Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid is known as a straightforward, high-heat preparation where the technique does the work. For mains, the Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib is the dish the restaurant is most associated with — a long-braise format where the collagen renders down into a rich, deeply sauced result that diners consistently describe as the anchor of the menu. The West Coast Seafood Pappardelle brings in the Pacific coastal context that distinguishes Vancouver's better dining rooms from anywhere else on the continent. Brunch visitors should note the Brioche French Toast, which holds its own reputation independently. Practical notes: tables toward the back are reportedly better for conversation. Weekend walk-ins are a genuine gamble; Wednesday and Thursday bookings tend to clear without much friction. At this price level, the short rib is the non-negotiable first-visit order.

Priya Sharma, Dining Editor

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Rating (Google) 8.6

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Date Night and Group Dinner

Price and pace

moderate

Neighborhood

Yaletown | 1168 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2, Canada

Price

moderate

Taste Score

7.7/10

Phone

(604) 568-1344

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The Flying Pig Yaletown menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. The Flying Pig Yaletown is listed in the moderate price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio

pickled shallots, fried capers, shaved parmesan, dijon aioli, grilled focaccia

Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid

cabbage slaw, sun-dried tomato aioli

Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib

roasted bone marrow, aged white cheddar mash, cabernet veal jus

West Coast Seafood Pappardelle

mussels, clams, ling cod, steelhead trout, prawns, spicy tomato sauce

Brioche French Toast

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What makes The Flying Pig Yaletown worth the move

The Flying Pig Yaletown is an easy yes in Yaletown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid and Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 2,712 Google reviews.

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Public rating

8.6 from 2,712 Google reviews

Best for

Date Night and Group Dinner

Style

Seafood in Yaletown

Spend

moderate

Best for

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Google rating: 8.6 from 2,712 reviews

Price point: moderate

Popular dishes: Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid, Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio, Caesar Salad

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Address: 1168 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2, Canada
Phone: (604) 568-1344
Price: moderate
TastyPals score: 7.7/10
Google rating: 8.6 (2,712 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Neighborhood: Yaletown

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What cuisine does The Flying Pig Yaletown serve?

The Flying Pig Yaletown is a Seafood restaurant located in Yaletown, Vancouver. The Flying Pig Yaletown has built a reputation on exactly the kind of contemporary Canadian cooking that doesn't require a glossary to navigate.

What is The Flying Pig Yaletown best for?

The Flying Pig Yaletown is best for date night, group dinner, cocktail bar, patio, yaletown night out, polished, social. The Flying Pig Yaletown is an easy yes in Yaletown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid and Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 2,712 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at The Flying Pig Yaletown?

The Flying Pig Yaletown is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 8.6 from 2,712 reviews

What should I order at The Flying Pig Yaletown?

Start with Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio, Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid, Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib and West Coast Seafood Pappardelle. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is The Flying Pig Yaletown worth visiting?

The Flying Pig Yaletown holds a 8.6 Google rating from 2,712 reviews. The Flying Pig Yaletown is an easy yes in Yaletown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid and Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 2,712 Google reviews.

Where is The Flying Pig Yaletown located?

The Flying Pig Yaletown is located at 1168 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S2, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Does The Flying Pig Yaletown take reservations?

Yes, The Flying Pig Yaletown accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.

Is The Flying Pig Yaletown good for a date night?

Yes — The Flying Pig Yaletown is tagged for date night dining. The Flying Pig Yaletown is an easy yes in Yaletown when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Salt + Pepper Humboldt Squid and Pepper Crusted Bison Carpaccio also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.6 rating across 2,712 Google reviews.

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