Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 4902 reviews

What Porsha Truesdale doesn't like about Calabash Bistro:
This was my second time visiting Calabash while in Vancouver and it was very disappointing. Cold food delivered to table. They expected us to pay full price for dessert items, but they had no ice cream due to not being able to keep it cool. Definitely not real Jamaican cuisine. Truly disappointing and a waste of money. Oh and the view were the homeless eating off the ground outside. View all feedback. What Tiffany Steakhouse likes about Calabash Bistro:
We had a great dinner and stayed for dancing afterward. The staff were really friendly and the dance floor had a great vibe. We’ll definitely one back and do it again View all feedback.

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4.2 ★ from 33 reviews
Ramon
31.10.2017 - 12:00

I really wanted to love this place and the food, but unfortunately, wasn't super impressed with what we ordered.

Myron
31.10.2017 - 12:00

Service was perfect - We were taken care of like royalty Food is flavourful, original, good portions.

Andreanne
13.04.2021 - 17:02

Always good vibes at Calabash. Good food, good music, and amazing drinks

Hiram
13.04.2021 - 17:02

Amazing food and is a total hidden gem! The mango dumplings were to die for

Ian
13.04.2021 - 17:02

Loved it here, food and service was great. One tiny thing just too loud on the music. It got really hard to hear each other near the end of our meal and we were...

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Calabash in downtown Vancouver offers a unique cultural culinary experience that is not to be missed. While some diners found the food disappointing, others raved about the delicious drinks and tasty bites, such as the mussels and coconut dumplings. The ambience was generally well-received, with a lively and colorful atmosphere. Service was friendly and efficient, with some customers making it a tradition to celebrate special occasions at the restaurant. Overall, Calabash seems to be a hit or miss for some, but worth a try for those seeking a flavorful Caribbean meal in the heart of the city.

Opentable
4.5 ★ from 386 reviews
HeidiH
28.03.2024 - 11:58

The waiter was patient and enjoyable, even though we were a large and demanding group. I really liked the music and atmosphere on the dance floor; it was energe...

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Abar
28.03.2024 - 11:58

My friends and I had an amazing experience at Calabash! The food was delicious - we enjoyed the veggie curry with fragrant rice, a beautiful salad, plantains, r...

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Rafael
28.03.2024 - 11:58

This Vancouver restaurant is top-notch. The oxtail dish is incredibly flavorful and will leave your taste buds wanting more.

CarmenR
28.03.2024 - 11:58

Food was very tasty and properly spiced; drinks were amazing. Service was friendly and welcoming. Vibe is very positive and energetic, definitely Caribbean vibr...

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Ally
28.03.2024 - 11:58

Always the best evening out when I go for dinner and stay for dancing!

Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 2947 reviews
Melissa
17.01.2024 - 00:49

My second time here and they have decent oxtail. Reservations are a must as it gets really busy. The staff are all kind and down to earth and the bottom floor o...

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Sean
17.01.2024 - 00:49

The food is great, Caribbean food mixed with a slight bit of Canadian. Definitely a different vibe! The location isn’t the best but if you’re looking for Caribb...

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Dave
17.01.2024 - 00:49

A really nice night at Calabash. Pork belly appie so delicious. Fun, funky place. We dined but there is also live entertainment at this venue down stairs. I'm g...

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Gurv
17.01.2024 - 00:49

Visited Calabash yesterday and had a mixed experience. The service was good, and it’s a nice space. The pork belly, coconut dumpling and meat pie appetizers wer...

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Ryan
17.01.2024 - 00:49

I have a vegan soup and oxtail tonights it's cooked right on spot really opens up my stomach for oxtail. The portion is huge and looking really nice. My partner...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 285 reviews
Curt
19.06.2023 - 11:30

Came here for the first time last night and loved it! Great cocktail menu and many great dishes. We tried the Jamaican Patties, Coconut Dumplings,...

Bimal
19.06.2023 - 11:30

Came back after many years when they originally ate down when they had live music for several years with some employees. This review is based on the more...

Alejandra
19.06.2023 - 11:30

Downtown Vancouver seems to be missing from unique cultural culinary experiences these days, but we found this little gem based on online recommendations. We...

Foursquare
4.1 ★ from 116 reviews
Google
4.4 ★ from 962 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 173 reviews

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