Salmon n’ Bannock - Vancouver, British Columbia

We absolutely loved this place and we're so honored to have been allowed the opportunity to eat here. It's a beautiful place with beautiful people. We had a very busy Vancouver area (Squamish, Musqueam, and Tsleil-Waututh land) vacation and this place was so calm and relaxing- we were actually able ... to enjoy each other's company and our food. The service was excellent and the food was delicious!! The gluten free bannock was awesome too. And we appreciated being able to learn more about indigenous and first nations cultures. Can't wait to go back! Read more

When specialized restaurants that are far and few in a city have 5 stars in Google, I question if people are being nice because of the lack of options and tastings in that area. So I went in judging this place hard. How could they have simple dishes with game and ... fishes be worth the price they were asking. Well slap me silly, I walked away in awe and inspired. 😍 Its a small joint, so reserve and expect an intimate eating environment. This was my only issue if it was even one to consider. Food: I had a smtaste of everything. The Sable fish and corn palenta was so good I think I found my spirit animal, the Sablefish in a creamy sauce. Not sure what it was that made that dish brilliant, but it made me sit back and think about all the wrongs that colonizers did to the Indigenous and only if they ate this, maybe it would have been all different. 100% perfect dish worth every penny. Bison pot roast and mash, a classic flavor with a bit of game to it. I'd say if you're from the south and feelin like a taste of home, here's a great dish that will fill you up. The asparagus was flavor packed too, never before have I had it cooked this way. Okay, for our appetizers, we had the game and salmon combo board thing. Sliced salami style elk and other game served with a cedar jelly that I could eat every day. I don't even like jellies! Venison patte with blueberries, crazy smooth and not harsh on the palette as many pattes. The salmon mousse was my favorite from the selections as I think every time I've tried it anywhere else, I was left with a stanky fishy breath and unsatisfied. Yet, they crushed it! The salmon on rice was good, but I felt it was a little more dry than expected. I see what they were doing with it sitting on rice and asparagus, but it was my most I liked dish. The tacos for a vegetarian option we're great as they were on fantastic bannock and packed full of various flavors. Salmon burger I did t try so I needed to take the work of my friend that it was awesome Overall: 9 out of 10 for food (which is higher than I give nearly any high end restaurant) Service was spectacular, she was on time and perfect. Music was environmentally satisfying. Lighting was dim and intimate, so I can focus on my dish. So when you pay for these meals, thinking, this better be worth it. Know that you are in good hands and each bite is a taste of professional chefs and culture. BRAVO SALMON n BANNOCK! 👌😁 Read more

Indigenous cuisine is a must try if you're visiting Vancouver, and to truly try it all, you need to get the tasting menu! I'd highly recommend the bison roast, and grab as much bannock as possible. The staff is lovely, we got some great food and wine recommendations. However, the restaurant is a ... bit cramped, might not be the best spot for a large group. Read more

They got game! It was a beautiful experience at Salmon ‘n’ Bannock. The servers are very attentive but not overbearing. They seemed to be genuinely friendly people who enjoy their work place. The food is stellar. There aren’t any vegan options and only a few vegetarian… however, if one intends to come ... to an indigenous restaurant and not try the complete riches of the land they are truly missing out. The all the game meats were outstanding and was only surpassed with how filling they were. Among two grown men we shared a soup and a charcuterie board then had separate entrees. We were stuffed with no from for desert. This restaurant is a must for all Vancouverites and should be on the list for anyone wanting to try heightened Canadian indigenous cuisine. Read more

This place has an absolutely amazing experience and atmosphere, great to support an Indigenous business and a friendly staff. However, I must say that for the price we paid, I expected the food to be truly amazing and it just wasn’t that. All the dishes are conceptually well designed and ... the ingredients are clearly fresh, which I really like, but I felt that the wow! element wasn’t there for most of the food, although the dessert was excellent. I would like to try this place again when it is not the “dine out festival.” Read more