Arike Restaurant
148 Reviews
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday6–11 PM
- Friday6–11 PM
- Saturday6–11 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
About the Business
ARIKE |
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+16043369774
1725 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1W5
Hours
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday6–11 PM
- Friday6–11 PM
- Saturday6–11 PM
- SundayClosed
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Wi-Fi
- Transgender safe space
- Dine-in
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Washroom
- Cozy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Bar on-site
- Romantic
- Great cocktails
- Gender-neutral washroom
- Reservations required
Recommended Reviews
Stephanie Lovell
09.10.2023
Arike Restaurant
The five course tasting menu explores a global array of spices and influences paired with beautifully sourced ingredients. Located in the West End, down a set of stairs off Davie St, Arike is an approachable and global dining experience.Every course had a remarkable variance in spice and heat, even the bread which contained beberé spice. My favourite courses were the Moroccan Ratatouille and the Sea Bream Ceviche. The ceviche was notably spicy, in a delightful way, and presented with a peanut hummus. I also had the wine pairing which was a stellar accompaniment.My sister found the melon course with the serrano sofrito and yogurt foam as her favourite.The meal was a wonderful progression from start to finish and we were delighted by it all.
Matt Fernald
16.09.2023
Arike Restaurant
Would give 6 stars. The food here is so unique, stunning combinations of flavors.We had a chicken sausage + red pepper ( I think) gnocchi + mint chutney + baked manchego crisp. Sound good enough yet? Each item on its own was good, like fine, but together it was a sensational eating experience.As if that wasn't enough, the wine pairings were phenomenal (the two of us split one), and the ambience and decor topped it off. Hats off to Sam the chef, Jesse (who I'm told did the wine pairings), and Jen the wonderful, fun hostess.Check out Arike when you're in town! And be sure to ask what the logo means :)
Djihane Damoo
12.09.2023
Arike Restaurant
The food was fantastic. I do not eat porc and they kindly accommodated their tasting menu to my dietary restrictions. Personally, we expected more Nigerian influence in the food but nonetheless the food was phenomenal. The service was also great
Shawn Dhasi
11.09.2023
Arike Restaurant
Beyond excellent. Every single bite is packed full of flavour. There were so many “wow” moments. It is clear how much thought, effort, and care goes into every choice that is made. The wine pairing was so worth it! We will definitely be back, and I can’t recommend it enough!!
Gurv
08.09.2023
Arike Restaurant
Update:I returned to Arike last night for dinner and had another 5 star experience. We tried the goat spoon, prawns, steak/fries and goat dumplings. Service and the food were all amazing. The presentation, colours and flavours of all the food continue to impress.Original:Arike has quickly become one of my favourite restaurants in Vancouver. Its an amazing experience with great service and Nigerian fusion food done in a fine dining style. Fritters were next level. The flavour and texture. Onion rings were awesome (though small portion) and the cassava fries were good too. They both came with great sauces. Tried the ox tail and pork belly flat bread which was amazing and so was the joffi rice with beef tenderloin. The rice was so flavourful and the beef just melted in your mouth. Tried both desserts and they were amazing too. Best mini donuts ever... almost like gulab jamun mini donuts and best ice cream in West End.
Alex Russell
07.08.2023
Arike Restaurant
My wife and I had a great meal here. A pleasant, understated interior with well spaced tables, and interesting music that was at a reasonable volume – you could have a conversation. Excellent service, our server was very knowledgeable about the food and wine, appeared like magic when you need something, and let you eat in peace when you didn’t.The menu changes frequently, but I expect that it will always be of very good quality given our experience. We started with a perfect brioche with Tiger Nut giving it an unique flavor with thin butterscotch on top. A tasty, if sticky way to start the meal. Then a mango dish. We were told it was compressed mango which must made the flavour more intense because it was very intense. The leaves and spices all came together for a very good overall flavor. Next up a yam dish. I’m not a big fan of vegetarian dishes (a true omnivore, I am), but I really enjoyed this one. Once again, some new, very good flavours combined in a perfectly executed dish. Then fish, a thin piece of fish on top of fluffy spiced rice, and again a great combination of flavours and textured. Final meat dish was rabbit, but rabbit unlike any I’ve had before. I really enjoyed the Nigerian (and other parts of Africa) flavours that were used to inspire these dishes.Dessert gets its own paragraph. I find that dessert is often the poor cousin at restaurants. Not much thought goes into it. It is pretty common to see a sorbet, a Creme Brulé, and something chocolate on the dessert menu. You don’t get a choice here, but it was wonderful. A cylinder of pasty with spiced apples cubes inside, a crème caramel, and something light and coiled on top. My description isn’t doing this dessert justice. It looked great, and tasted better. Not too sweet, not too heavy, a nice combination of flavours and textures, and the chef obviously put a lot of thought, time, and care into creating it.All in all, one of the better meals I’ve had in Vancouver.Being Vancouver, it was raining, but in the summer the restaurant is steps way from a nice walk at English Bay which could be a nice activity after a great meal.
Anna Sy
02.08.2023
Arike Restaurant
Truly an exceptional dining experience. The food is simply divine, with expertly prepared meats and seafood bursting with flavor. The service is outstanding, with friendly and knowledgeable staff willing to go above and beyond. And the atmosphere is beautiful, with a cozy, intimate feel that's perfect for a romantic date or special occasion. Trust me, if you want a memorable dining experience in Vancouver, Arike is the place to go.
Jackson Carswell
21.07.2023
Arike Restaurant
I knew the food would be good, but this was outstanding. My flavour buds were in ecstasy as I consumed each course. There were so many unique flavours, as well as textures and just a beautiful array of tastes for a dining experience. I cannot suggest this place more to anyone curious. Service was spectacular, ambience was peaceful and warm. Just an overall wonderful experience. I wish I could give 6 stars.
Monette Esparcia
20.07.2023
Arike Restaurant
We had an amazing time at Arike Restaurant last night. The food was absolutely amazing! It’s one of a kind. The service was impeccable. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to try something that’s not ordinary and is one of a kind.You will love the food! My friend has the wine pairing with the tasting menu. I just had the tasting menu. She co formed that the wine pairing was also perfect!Thank you so much Arike for the great experience!
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1725 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1W5
Arike Restaurant