Tasty Winter: Dine Out Vancouver Festival is Back!

On January 21, one of the tastiest ways to ring in the new year is returning to restaurants across Metro Vancouver… But wait, before you dig in, just what is Dine Out Vancouver? If you’ve not participated in the annual celebration of local flavours, it’s only Canada’s largest food and drink festival! With hundreds of participating eateries across all types of cuisine, you’re certain to find something to tempt you away from your routine of reheating.

Here’s a glimpse at what you can expect from this 18-day party for your palate:

Exclusive menus that local chefs have put together specifically for the occasion.
Community events celebrating the international tastes of the West Coast food scene (including the likes of a historical dim sum tour, a gelato workshop, and a block party gathering of the city’s top food trucks).
Hotel packages to complete your experience with a comfy place to relax and recuperate between your culinary safari.

There’s so much to see and do that you’ll likely need to pre-plan your route through each restaurant. There’s always a palpable energy to Dine Out Vancouver that is unlike any other time of year. People excited to try new things, chefs inspired by the cultural influences and the fresh local ingredients of the area, and servers eager to tell you about your next course.

Still curious? Here are a handful of the notable spots we’re looking forward to visiting during Dine Out Vancouver 2026: