Restaurants Near Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery sits at the end of the Steveston boardwalk, where the Fraser River meets the Strait of Georgia. You finish the herring-reduction exhibit, step back onto the planks, and the question is lunch — or a late glass of wine on a patio that stays dry when the coast rolls in.

What the neighbourhood actually looks like

Moncton Street runs parallel to the water, one block back. The Cannery faces the wharf; Vogue Cafe faces No. 1 Road, two short blocks east past the parkade and the old net lofts. Between them: the boardwalk, Fisherman's Wharf selling spot prawns off the dock in July, Garry Point Park's wind-flattened pines, and a working harbour where gillnetters still tie up. Tour buses park by the Cannery gates. Locals park in the village lot behind the library and walk.

A bistro that fits the village

Vogue Cafe opened in 2024 in a heritage-style storefront with a gable roofline and "FRENCH BISTRO" painted across the front. String lights trace the eaves. Inside, deep-red walls, wood tables, a small bar, and the printed menu taped to the window — no QR codes. Two patios: bar-height tables at the front windows for a quick espresso and a croissant, and a covered side patio with greenery walls and red-checkered tablecloths that holds the rain off. A dog bowl sits by the door. Fully licensed, open daily 10:30 am – 8:30 pm, brunch until 3 pm. The liquor licence runs to midnight, so private bookings can stretch later by arrangement.

What to order after the museum

French Onion Soup à l'Ancienne — $17

Beef marrow-bone broth, cheese, crouton. The marrow gives the broth body that water or bouillon never will. Eat it at a patio table with a Kronenbourg 1664 ($9) poured from the tap handle shaped like a red diamond.

Savoury Crêpes (galettes) — $17

Thin buckwheat pancakes, crisp at the edges where wheat crêpes stay soft. Five fillings: European ham, cheese & egg; sautéed spinach, feta, tomato & egg; beer sausage, tomato & cheese; sautéed mushroom, spinach & egg; or mushroom, beer sausage, tomato & cheese. One plate is lunch.

Chef Signatures — $29

Beef Bourguignon — stewed beef & vegetables simmered in red wine. Navarin d'Agneau — tender lamb stew with seasonal vegetables. Creamy Mushroom Chicken — sautéed breast baked in mushroom cream. Ratatouille — Provençal vegetables with three-colour rice. These are the dishes that need a knife and a second glass of Côtes du Rhône (6 oz $11, bottle $45).

Café Plates — $17

Croque Monsieur, Croque Madame (add a fried egg), Croque Veggie (spinach, egg, cheese), Quiche Lorraine, Spinach Quiche with Brie. All come with side salad. The brioche bun soaks the béchamel without collapsing.

Baguette Sandwiches — $20

House-made baguette. Parisienne (prosciutto, European ham, cheese, butter, lettuce, tomato, pickle), Agneau (roast lamb), French Onion (slow-cooked beef, caramelized onions), Poulet au Brie (chicken, mango, Brie), Saucisson Frankfurt (frankfurter in tomato sauce), or Baguette Pizza (choose spinach, lamb, chicken, beef, ham, or sausage).

Sweet Crêpes — $14

Buttery wheat crêpes: Nutella & banana, chocolate strawberry, sugar & lemon, apple & house-made caramel, sugar butter cinnamon, or Suzette with orange sauce and Grand Marnier.

Desserts — $10

Caramel chocolate tart, strawberry tart, lemon tart, éclair au chocolat, coffee éclair — made in house. The strawberry-chocolate tart arrives with a chocolate "VOGUE CAFE" plaque.

Espresso bar

Espresso $4, Americano $5, Latte $6, Cappuccino $6, Macchiato $4. Iced versions $5–6. Tea $5. San Pellegrino 750 ml $7, Evian 750 ml $7. Soft drinks $5.

Wine by the pour

Red: Côtes du Rhône, Merlot Pays d'Oc, Mouton Cadet Red Bordeaux, Country Vines Gamay (BC), Country Vines Cabernet Franc (BC). White: Mouton Cadet White Bordeaux, Country Vines Viognier (BC), Country Vines Back Forty sparkling (BC). Rosé: La Vieille Ferme. 6 oz $11, 9 oz $15, bottle $45.

Beer

Import $9: Kronenbourg 1664, Heineken, Heineken 0.0. Local (Barnside Brewing, Delta): Hazy IPA, Pilsner, Honey Comb Amber, Dutch Red. Flights and draught available.

Cocktails — $13

Aperol Spritz, Hugo Spritz (St-Germain), Paris Spritz (Grand Marnier), Kir Royale, Chambord Royale, Cognac Highball (St-Rémy, soda, orange), Gin & Soda French Style (Bombay Sapphire, St-Germain), Shaft (Grey Goose, espresso, Kahlúa), Caramel Café (espresso, Baileys, house caramel).

Spirits

Single $6, double $9: Grey Goose, Cazadores reposado, St-Rémy, Grand Marnier, Chambord, Baileys, Crown Royal, Bombay Sapphire, Aperol, crème de cassis, St-Germain, Kahlúa.

Practical details

• Address: 12251 No 1 Rd #130, Steveston Village, Richmond, BC V7E 1T6
• Phone: (604) 370-4444
• Hours: Mon–Sun 10:30 am – 8:30 pm; brunch until 3 pm
• Reservations: online form or phone; confirmed within 2 hours
• Private dining: 7–10 guests; 10+ event enquiry
• Occasions: birthday, anniversary, business dinner, proposal
• Dog bowl by the door (patio)
• Own parking at the storefront
• Dietary questions: call and ask

What people ask

How far is it from the Cannery?

Two blocks inland from the boardwalk — five minutes on the planks past the net sheds.

Is there a patio that stays dry?

Yes. The covered side patio has a solid roof and greenery walls; the red-checkered cloths don't blow off.

Can we bring the dog?

A water bowl sits by the front door on the patio side.

Do they take reservations for a group after the museum closes?

Yes. Book online or call (604) 370-4444. The licence runs to midnight for private bookings by arrangement.

Walk the boardwalk, watch the tide turn, then sit down for a bowl of marrow-bone onion soup and a pint of 1664. Reserve at (604) 370-4444 or walk in — the printed menu is in the window.