The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant has long been part of Granville Island’s dining scene, known for their waterfront setting and seafood-focused menu that suits the pace of False Creek.
On Sunday evenings, the restaurant offers Surf & Turf Sundays, a set menu designed as an easy way to close out the weekend.
The evening begins with a choice of Sandbar’s Classic Clam Chowder or a Caesar Salad. The clam chowder is creamy and comforting, with a generous amount of seafood and potato. The Caesar Salad stays traditional, with crisp romaine and a well-seasoned dressing that works as a straightforward starter.
The main course is the Surf & Turf Platter, served for sharing. It includes a 10 oz Prime New York Striploin, lobster tail, grilled garlic prawns, seasonal vegetables, roasted potatoes, and salsa verde. The steak arrived well-executed and seasoned, while the lobster tail was tender and easy to enjoy. The prawns added another seafood element to the plate, and the vegetables and potatoes helped round out the meal in a way that felt complete.
Dessert was Sandbar’s Signature Belgian Chocolate Pudding, finished with pistachio praline and toffee whipped cream. The pudding was smooth and rich, with the praline adding texture and the whipped cream keeping the finish comfortable rather than overwhelming.
The dining room feels relaxed, with water views, steady service, and an atmosphere that encourages a slower meal.
Surf & Turf Sundays at The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant offer a structured but unhurried dinner that fits well with the waterfront setting and the slower rhythm of a Sunday evening.
The Sandbar Seafood Restaurant is located at 1535 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC.