L'Abattoir - Vancouver's Michelin-Recommended French Gem! 🍽️✨
Once the hottest spot in town, L'Abattoir still delivers an unforgettable dining experience! 💫 Their tasting menu used to be 160pp,nowit ′ s140pp—but we opted for à la carte because, honestly, the dishes sounded too good to skip. And wow, no regrets! 🍴 Standout Dishes: 🥩 Beef Tartare (15each/45 for 3) – Served on crispy shiso leaves, this version is unlike any tartare I've tried! The fried shiso dominates at first, but the silky-smooth beef shines through. A must-try! 🌿🔥 🦑 Grilled Squid – The sauce? Spicy, savory, and weirdly reminiscent of Lao Gan Ma chili crisp—in the best way. 🦆 Duck Liver Pâté – Rich, creamy, and paired with crusty bread. Decadence on a plate. 🐄 Veal Tenderloin & Scallops – The veal? Butter-soft. The scallops? Sweet and seared to perfection. And the risotto? Unexpectedly nostalgic—like beef-flavored instant noodles (but fancy). 😂🍜 🥩 Beef Ribeye for Two ($180) – Worth every penny! Juicy, flavorful, with crispy potato galette and a fresh salad. Fun fact: We got two free desserts because the kitchen forgot to untie the beef before slicing it. Best "mistake" ever! 🎉 🍰 Desserts: Lemon Cake with yogurt ice cream (bright and tangy). Sesame Mille-Feuille with sesame ice cream (my favorite—nutty, crunchy, heavenly!). 🏠 The Vibe: Only the front dining room is open now (the back is closed). During busy times, guests might be seated upstairs! Fun fact: "L'Abattoir" means "slaughterhouse"—a darkly chic name for this Gastown staple. And yes, the steam clock still puffs and chimes... though it’s 15 minutes slow. ⏳🚂 📍 L'Abattoir – Where French flair meets unexpected flavors. Don’t skip the tartare or ribeye! #FineDining #MichelinEats #FrenchCuisine #DateNightSpot #FoodieHeaven #VancouverEats #Gastown #MustTry