Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

I’ve always maintained that one of the best ways to spend your money is on your stomach. At the same time, I’m not exactly opposed to finding a good deal and that’s why the annual Dine Out Vancouver promotion period is so popular. You get to enjoy some fine dining establishments at a fraction of the regular price.

While I usually go to several restaurants during Dine Out Vancouver each year, I only went to Raincity Grill this year. Located at 1193 Denman Street next to English Bay, Raincity Grill is owned by Harry Kambolis. He also happens to be the owner of C Restaurant and Nu Restaurant and Lounge. This is quite the impressive portfolio, wouldn’t you say?

For Dine Out Vancouver 2011, Raincity Grill stuck to a “local, farm-to-table menu.” I’m not sure if it adheres to the “100 mile diet,” but it has to be pretty darn close.

Hannah Brook Farms Squash Soup
With toasted sunflower seeds and creme fraiche

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Campagne Terrine
Sloping Hills pork and dijon creme fraiche

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Crispy Rossdown Farms Chicken Confit
With organic lentils, roast carrots, parsnip, and apple thyme jus

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Pemberton Meadows Beef
Braised with caramelized onions and parmesan

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Salish Gallo Mussels and BC Ling Cod Bouillabaise
With tomato, fennel, and garlic

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Preserved Peach Cobbler
With sour cream ice cream

Dine Out Vancouver - Raincity Grill

Overall, I found the food quality to be very good and service, while a little on the slow side, was attentive and friendly. I’ll be back.

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