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Botanist Restaurant

4.6(1,943)
Restaurant

About

Botanist at the Fairmont Pacific Rim offers a refined Pacific Northwest dining experience with a focus on sustainably sourced seafood, local produce, and modern Canadian cuisine. The airy space includes a Dining Room, Cocktail Bar and Lab, and a garden-inspired library, all reflecting the region's rich terroir.

The award-winning bar program features sophisticated cocktails crafted with botanical influences, perfect for pre- or post-meeting drinks. Botanist’s attentive service and thoughtfully designed environment make it a standout choice for business lunches, client dinners, and small group gatherings in downtown Vancouver.

Best for

  • Client dinners with Pacific Northwest flair
  • Cocktail receptions with inventive mixology
  • Intimate team lunches in a refined setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Food & Beverage
Pacific Northwest–inspired cuisine with sustainable sourcing
The menu highlights sustainably sourced seafood, organic produce, and backyard suppliers from the fertile Pacific Northwest, reflecting the region’s rich agricultural diversity and moderate climate.
Cocktail Program
Award-winning, sophisticated cocktails with whimsical presentation
The bar offers a creative cocktail menu directed by Grant Sceney, featuring complex, beautifully presented drinks that elevate the beverage experience beyond typical offerings.
Design & Atmosphere
A vibrant space inspired by botany and nature
The venue’s design and décor celebrate harmony with nature, with distinct areas including a Dining Room, Cocktail Bar and Lab, Garden, and TASCHEN Library, all reflecting botanical principles and the Pacific Northwest terroir.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 1,943 reviews