Farewell to The Cannery

The Cannery Seafood Restaurant opened its doors on August 15 th, 1971. On March 27 2010, it will close its doors. This is a restaurant full of character, a beautiful view, wonderful food, and friendly service. We pay our last homage to this lovely neighbourhood restaurant.

On a cloudy January weekend, we made our last visit to the Cannery. Located at Vancouver port, this restaurant has a beautiful view unobstructed by buildings. Outside the restaurant we meet some regulars. They tell us they have been coming here for many years.

We selected a simple brunch menu:

Lobster Bisque: flavorful, rich flavor that is not over salted.

Cannery lobster Benedict: Poached eggs covered with a delicious Hollandaise sauce. This sauce feels lighter than most Hollandaise at other restaurants. A generous portion of lobster was piled on top of the English muffin

Seafood platter for one : This is a cold-plate. All the seafood was cooked just right, not over-cooked or under-cooked.

Vanilla and Rhubarb Crumble: Delicious. The sweet crust contrasts with the tartness of the rhubarb.

Service is attentive. The ambiance is warm and welcoming. Our window side table had a perfect view of the water, dotted with cargo ships. There is no wonder this place is loved by the regulars. The food is unpretentious. The seafood is perfectly cooked.

Given that The Cannery will be closing its doors at the end of this month, expect it to be busy. Go if not for the food, then atleast for their famous Lobster oil. The lobster oil is divine mixed with balsamic vinegar and used as a dressing or bread dip.