Article Updated April 14, 2025
When it comes to dining out, modern sensibilities dictate that grabbing great content is almost as important as grabbing a bite!
From bartop swings to immersive nautical-themed private rooms and breathtaking 360-degree city views, we’ve found spots that deserve more than just 15 minutes of fame—they deserve a permanent spot on the feed. That’s right—these are some of the most Instagrammable restaurants you’ll find from Vancouver to the Valley.
By Kristi Alexandra
Skye Avenue Kitchen and Lounge in Surrey
Luxury oozes at the art deco wonderland that is Surrey’s Skye Avenue Kitchen and Lounge. In this nostalgic whiskey bar, rounded, repeating corners and marble walls contrast with clean, modern lines, creating the perfect Instagram backdrop for your Gatsby-esque dining experience—and ensuing photoshoot.
Glowbal in Vancouver
Glowbal at TELUS Garden in Vancouver nearly spans the block at 17,000-square-feet, all of it decorated by gold and quilted leather wallpaper, and featuring an open kitchen and private dining rooms. But the real attraction for social media spot seekers is the 150-seat patio with human-sized bird cages that enclose the booths, plus its fireplaces beneath the wood-and-glass awning. Talk about an Instagrammable al fresco dining experience!
Buddha-Full in the North Shore
This vegetarian restaurant’s vibe keeps true to its name. It truly is “Buddha-full”!
Picture this: swings by the juice bar (yep, swings!), give off a playful—if not balanced—energy. The walls are decked out with raw pineapples and air plants, next to a boho-chic seating area decorated with Himalayan salt lamps and cozy throw pillows. All the trappings of a perfectly curated Instagram photo or the backdrop of your latest reel in North Vancouver.
Mintara Atop Burnaby Mountain
Find Mintara atop Burnaby Mountain—where the view rivals the amazing fare. The spot’s seasonal rose garden looks down on rolling hills decorated by totems as this modern restaurant gives a bird’s eye view of Burnaby and Burrard Inlet, which are perfect for your Instagram feed. The parking lot is also a local favourite spot for sunset and meteor shower viewing.
Fanny Bay Oyster Bar in Vancouver
You might not ever get to have a meal “under the sea” but the private room at Fanny Bay Oyster Bar in Vancouver is as close as you’ll get. If you happen to book the 20-person room, you’ll get free reign to Instagram to your heart’s content in the immersive undersea atmosphere—complete with bubble-like, orb-shaped lights and an undersea mural that features an octopus surrounded by kelp.
There are many ways to get to each of these spots in Metro Vancouver by transit. Visit TransLink’s Trip Planner to find your way.
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