SMALL GROUP DINING IN VANCOUVER

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 | 7:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. | Motorcoach departures start at 6:30 P.M. | Tonight, USLAW guests will enjoy a spectacular dining experience at one of Vancouver’s finest restaurants. These small group experiences will offer ample opportunity to spend time over a memorable meal while creating new friendships. Each restaurant has been selected to host on behalf of various practice groups. Please register for the restaurant that best matches your area of interest. Attire: Business Casual

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Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar – Maximum (70) | Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar sets a national standard in fine dining and hospitality. Led by the creative talents of Chef Alex Chen (Iron Chef Champion of 2019) and Chef Roger Ma (Canadian Culinary Champion 2020), Boulevard Kitchen is uncompromising in its showcase of fresh seafood and West Coast fare. Dine and discover a renaissance of classical technique and training, where creative hints of international influence showcase reimagined local ingredients. A crossroads between a classic, European-styled bistro and contemporary bespoke style, the décor embraces local works of art, natural stone and imported Italian marble, up-cycled and refurbished antique chandeliers, white oak floors, violin veneer paneling and subtle accents of bronze and gold.

Elisa Steakhouse – Maximum (72) | A steakhouse reimagined. Meet Elisa, located in the heart of Vancouver’s Yaletown — a unique take on the signature steakhouse experience featuring a Grillworks Infierno wood-fired grill. This stunning steakhouse is an inviting space where contemporary style blends with serious chops—quite literally. The butcher shop next door isn’t just for show; it’s a defining principle of this kitchen that sources only the best. Bite into the thoroughly enjoyable Dungeness crab spring roll before considering something from their tartare menu, which runs the gamut from traditional and vegetable-focused to gamey smoked bison from Turtle Valley. Steaks are sourced locally in British Columbia and from the U.S. It’s in this spirit of hospitality that Elisa offers a dining experience unlike any other.

Hy’s Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar – Maximum (60) | For 65 years, Hy’s has defined the steakhouse experience in Canada. Featuring Prime Grade steaks, cold martinis and trademark warm hospitality, Hy’s is the ultimate place to celebrate life’s great occasions, or enjoy the everyday pleasures of great food and drink in timeless, elegant surroundings. Along with the very best beef and freshest seafood, Hy’s is known and beloved for the theatre of tableside service. With care and respect for the classic recipes, and impeccable, professional service, this is steakhouse dining at its finest.

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CinCin Ristorante – Maximum (80) | A winding stone stairway leads upward from bustling Robson Street, where CinCin continues to define inspired Italian cuisine. With acclaimed Chef Andrew Richardson at the helm, the menu at CinCin represents the clean and plentiful flavors of Italian gastronomy. Each dish is prepared with the freshest, thoughtfully selected ingredients sourced from the region’s best suppliers and transformed into a parade of captivating aromas, tastes and textures. Attention to detail lies at the heart of each dish, including the variety of pasta hand-made in-house daily. With craft cocktails, a renowned grappa collection, and an award-winning wine program, the team at CinCin aims to deliver a memorable culinary experience.

Hawksworth Restaurant – Maximum (52) | Since bursting onto the scene in 2011, Hawksworth Restaurant has earned its place amongst the finest restaurants in the world, winning multiple accolades from renowned local and international authorities. Hawksworth is recognized for its compelling and technically skilled cuisine, deep and diverse wine list, inventive cocktail program, and warm, genuine hospitality. Menus conceived by celebrated Canadian Chef David Hawksworth, Executive Chef Sylvain Assie and Pastry Chef Marissa Gonzalez showcase ingredient-led contemporary cuisine, that is firmly rooted in the classics. Located in the Rosewood Hotel Georgia, the dining room is a Vancouver landmark that is steeped in history, reimagined by Studio Munge to deliver three distinct rooms, including the cocktail bar and lounge, the elegant pearl room, and the art room.

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Blue Water Cafe – Maximum (80) | Vancouver’s premier seafood restaurant, Blue Water Cafe’s international reputation for excellence is founded on serving only the freshest and most sustainable wild coastal species. Drawing on lengthy relationships with trusted suppliers, Executive Chef Frank Pabst’s disciplined technique showcases local fin and shellfish, as well as his legendary “Seafood Tower.” Pabst’s repertoire also delves deeper with his critically acclaimed “Unsung Heroes” menu, which features other delicious but often overlooked fish, many of which can also be found at the restaurant’s appealing Raw Bar. All seafood is delivered to our kitchen daily and only the absolute freshest, exceptional quality fish and shellfish are selected. Most of them are line caught, trap caught or sustainably farmed in our region. Housed in a handsome brick-and-beam heritage warehouse conversion, Blue Water Cafe is in the heart of the historic and vibrant Yaletown neighborhood.