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Bartholomew Vancouver Reviews
Been looking forward to visiting Bartholomew so finally
Been looking forward to visiting Bartholomew so finally made reservation on a Sunday evening around 6pm for happy hour, and what a gem! The drinks were spot on... Balanced, flavorful, and the kind of cocktails that make you want to linger a little longer. My husband and I tried a couple of stellar cocktails: Dr. Greenthumb (10/10), Smoked Old Fashion (9/10), Hibiscus Spritz (9/10) and a shot of Michter with draught beer for drinks. We paired them with a charcuterie board "Bart's board' that came loaded with three types of cheese, a nice selection of meats, pickles and plenty of crackers to go around. Everything was fresh and thoughtfully put together. We also enjoyed the bar nuts! Other food items on the menu sound absolutely delicious but we wanted to wait for dinner. The vibe here is just lovely with warm lighting, a cool atmosphere, and the kind of ambience that makes conversation easy and fun. Perfect for a date night, casual social event with friends/coworkers. The servers really made the experience though--attentive, kind, and quick without ever rushing us. Definitely a place I'd come back to again (and again). Happy hour at Bartholomew is highly recommended!
Cool and classy Yaletown vibes
Classy cocktail bar in the heart of Yaletown. Industrial chic with a cool vibe. Great service. The cocktail list is extensive and adventurous but well executed with something for everyone. It's small inside so book ahead and don't be put off by the credit card deposit. The charcuterie is well done and you've got try the bone marrow creme brûlée!
Stopped in for a few drinks with my husband and some
Stopped in for a few drinks with my husband and some friends, and we had a great time. Our server was incredibly sweet and attentive -- she even gave us some great recommendations for other spots to check out since we're not from BC. The drinks were delicious, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere; the place has a great vibe that made us feel welcome and relaxed. Will definitely be coming back the next time I visit Vancouver!
Amazing vibe and delicious drinks - perfect for a date
Amazing vibe and delicious drinks - perfect for a date night or girls night out. I had a mocktail and it was also incredible.
This little dark quaint bar serves delicious food and
This little dark quaint bar serves delicious food and drinks. Very unassuming from the outside and the service is great. Perfect for a quiet drink with friends.
Drinks - Good enough.
Would I say it was worth how much it costs? No. I definitely think there are more affordable bars out there for a better price point. Granted, if that isn't a worry for yall, then by all means this place is good ahah. Nothing special about the cocktails in my opinion. It was more-so a lot of fancy names for drinks that didn't taste too special. Service - Moderate. Server wasn't as welcoming as she could've been. Definitely gave my friend some weird looks/vibes when she inquired about making her drink less spicy (our friend likes spicy too but in her specific drink it dominated). If you have GERD or acid reflux do not get that spicy drink. I repeat DO NOT. When the server went to tell the bartender that my friend needed a fix for the spice level, it appeared they giggled/laughed whatever they did it seemed a bit rude is all. Ambiance - VIBES. If you're looking for very low lighting , this place is IT. Its light structures are beautiful I think. Creates a warm atmosphere where you feel like you're naturally warm and almost looser. Comfy seats :) music is BIT too loud but that was perfectly fine with me!
Amazing service, amazing ambiance and the most amazing and
Amazing service, amazing ambiance and the most amazing and unique cocktails! Also tried a few small bites which were fantastic. The pork meatballs were divine!
Arrived on Friday night with no reservation but managed to
Arrived on Friday night with no reservation but managed to get in as a group of 2. Service was quick, we asked for recommendations. The drink based off the midori sour was amazing! Refreshing and sweet with a star anise adding some spice! Also tried the drink based off of the irish coffee and it was also delicious! The lights with these dark booths create a very relaxed atmosphere. Music was unexpectedly loud, but that added to the vibe.
Unique interior and dim lights great service was a big plus
Unique interior and dim lights great service was a big plus too! Would recommend making a reservation as spots are super limited
Great craft drinks and appetizers.
Try the pork belly! You won't regret it! Impeccable service!
I arrived at the bar a little after the 5:00 PM opening
I arrived at the bar a little after the 5:00 PM opening time on Saturday evening, and it was already packed. Luckily, I had made a reservation--reservations are a must! We started with a highball and a beer. The happy hour menu was very decent, so we ordered the meatballs, cheese board, salmon confit, and pork belly. The cheese board on the happy hour menu was excellent. It included pâté, ham, spicy sausage, blue cheese, Brie, and a hard cheese (I forgot the type), served with crackers, mustard, and pickles on the side. The meatballs were good too; I liked the light flavor, which paired well with any type of alcohol. The salmon confit was very delicious, with tender salmon and a beautiful presentation. The standout item was the pork belly--smoky, flavorful, and perfectly tender. I really love this stylish and cool bar in Yaletown. Many customers were enjoying drinks here, and I thoroughly enjoyed the food and drink pairing. I highly recommend it!
A Great Dining Experience, Not Just a Meal
This place needs more positive reviews. This was not just a routine dinner, but a dining experience. The cocktails were not ordinary, but specialty items. The chacuterie board and cheeses were excellent. The server did an excellent job of explaining the various cocktails and dinner options, and her service was very attentive. The customers skewed on the young side, and we were some of the few "experienced" diners in the room, yet we felt very comfortable and enjoyed an experience that was tasty, attentive, and interesting sine it was a little out of the ordinary.
Great place for a drink and a snack. Freshly baked bread highly recommended
Well designed bar with innovative cocktails and some nice wines. Enjoyed the small dishes and especially the freshly baked breads. Great place for people watching too.
Another solid time at Bartholomew! Made a reservation
Another solid time at Bartholomew! Made a reservation online easily. We visited during happy hour and I got the margarita. Very tasty. We also got the bart's board - nice assortment of cheese and meats. We also had to get the creme brulee- it's irresistible!
First visit to Vancouver and this place delivered a great
First visit to Vancouver and this place delivered a great experience. I stopped in for a cocktail after a long day of meetings, and the team was great across the board. Amin created a couple great cocktails and made me feel more than welcome. Thanks for a great visit.
I ordered the dragonair cocktail and loved it.
All of the cocktails looked great and I loved reading through the menu. For snacks we ordered the bone marrow and the burrata. The bone marrow wasn't enough to share but it comes with a shot of bourbon or whisky that you take through the bone which was fun and unique. I loved the burrata too. Ambiance was super nice and the servers were attentive, informative and friendly!
We're from San Diego.
The land of date night bars and restaurants. This place is an ideal date night spot. It was recommended to us by a local server at an Italian restaurant. I asked her, where she'd want to go if a guy took her on a date. Without hesitation, she said Bartholomew Bar. Did not disappoint. The male server was amazing, hilarious and a pro at his job. And the Charcuterie girl! She was the only person making all the boards for the entire restaurant! Another pro. Of course it's a little pricey but compared to San Diego, it was like 2015 prices Would highly recommend this spot as a perfect date night
Well worth a visit
Love the atmosphere here. The service was great and the bartender was willing to create a unique drink for me. Lots of interesting cocktails to choose from.
Very nice bartenders.
Dark, crowded, and loud. My drink was ok. Maybe the food is better? I feel like cocktails are just not the way to go in Vancouver. Too much experimenting with different flavors that don't mesh well. Just constant disappointment honestly. Probably safer just to stick with wine or beer.
The vibes here are 10/10.
The cocktails that I had were really tasty and had a nice kick. I really wish I had the opportunity to try their cheeses but unfortunately I was full when I came here. how they have these two seat booth kind of things, it makes things feel really intimate. I would love to come back here.
If I'm ever back in Vancouver this must-do.
Gotta drop 40 bucks a drink to get this sorta quality in DC. Server also really knew how to help guide the menu. Super classy bathrooms was a nice touch after a week of climbing in Squamish. We snacked of gnocchi that was killer good but didn't have room to endulge much on the food. But scoping out other tables id definitely try to eat here next trip.
nice venue but a little cramped.
Good cocktails. Charcuterie selection is ok, but very pricey if you pick individual items. The terrine was particularly bad and very hard/dry, like it was old and sitting out a while. Lacked any real flavour too. The letdown is the food. Meatballs tasted like frozen stuff with a disappointing sauce, and served with nothing. no bread, nothing. Beet salad was another letdown. Its just cut up pre-cooked beets from plastic bags you can find at supermarkets. Its yaletown, so parking is a bit of a pain esp if there are no meter spots right outside. Service was friendly, no complaints there. overall, go for drinks, maybe snacks, thats about it. I wouldnt come here for charcuterie, and definitely not a meal.
Very nice vibe, ambiance, and scene.
The vibe is eye catching. The ambiance is inviting. The scene is desirable (for the night out that you might have in mind for the scene you might have in mind). Last, bartender recommendations for menu cocktails are on point.
Lovely small bar at Yaletown! Loved interior and their
Lovely small bar at Yaletown! Loved interior and their cocktails. Very small and cozy place so reservation is a must!!!
Bartholomew Bar has a Great ambiance, excellent service,
Bartholomew Bar has a Great ambiance, excellent service, and definitely recommended, even for a Monday night!
Popular bar, but food is boring
Very popular wine and charcuterie place. But why? Stay away from the happy hour menu. The braised meatballs are like sawdust, completely devoid of flavour. Venture into the Bison Tartare, whoops no flavour again. Needs acid to bring out the flavour
Came here because I saw reviews recommending this place.
Ambience is nice, looks like a dimly lit airplane hanger. Great music playing in the background. We had the pretzel with cheese and that was pretty good, can't say it was bad or good. I came here for the cocktails and that's where the disappointment was. Ordered the butterfly pea and was really dissatisfied. All You could taste was lime juice unfortunately. For $20 CAD you really expect more. I mentioned to the bar back that my drink tasted pretty bad and just like lime. The bar back comes back with syrup and tells me not to put too much. WTF!!! I'd avoid this place for sure. The bartenders " look " like they can pour drinks but you'd just be wasting your money. Bad drinks and bad service.
The man called mike, sits me majestically.
.the candle flickers intently off the heads of bald men eating amazing cheese and crackers.Is the heaven?The french man with a scarf dances in the moonlight.Im not white..but i feel like I love ketchup.Praise be allah.#best-time-of-life
Amazing spot.
Highly recommend! I had the house made vermouth and a few other delicious concoctions. The atmosphere is ideal for a night on the town, and the cozy comfortable vibes combined with the refinement and unique space, create an experience which is truly a pleasure to be a part of.
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