Fable Kitchen

Having been to the infamous Boozey Brunch at Fable, I already knew the food was amazing and the service quite friendly. Knowing this, I couldn't wait to bring my out-of-town mother here for my brother's birthday. On a busy Friday evening, we sat down for some mouthwatering food and a couple of cocktails to celebrate Chris' big day.

After looking over the menu, I had to order the beef tartare special, which came with a side of housemade sour cream and onion chips. The chips were crispy and flavourful, without being overly salty. The beef itself was tender, but lacked seasoning. That being said, my standards for beef tartare have become quite high after sampling Gordon Ramsay's smoked beef tartare at GR Steak.

As some of you may know, I adore duck. However, it is one of those meats that can be difficult to execute as it quite rich and can be fatty when not cooked correctly. Luckily, the duck breast at Fable was done perfectly, with the fat rendered down and a lightly crisp skin. The slight acidity of the apple purée cut through the richness of the meat and the spatzle was a delicious addition.

My mom ordered the Potato Crusted Chicken and was pleased with the juicy meat layered on ratatouille. The potato layer had a good snap to it and added texture to the dish. My brother and his girlfriend had the Steak Frites and the Tomato Risotto, respectively. The steak had a nice sear on the outside and was served medium/medium rare, with very tender meat. The risotto was creamy and packed with lovely heirloom tomatoes. Everyone at the table was happy with their choices.

Since we were at Fable to celebrate my brother's big 4-0, dessert was certainly in order. Our waitress brought over a Lemon Meringue Parfait on the house and we also ordered the Blueberry Lavender Tart and the Mascarpone Cheesecake. The parfait had a nicely torched meringue topping and loads of tart lemon curd. Bits of streusel added crunch and there was a layer of mildly sweet tarragon ice cream. The blueberry tart had crisp pastry and flavourful, fresh blueberries. The accompanying buttermilk ice cream was creamy and not overly sweet. However, I wasn't able to taste any lavender, which I was hoping to savour. My favourite of the three desserts was the Mascarpone Cheesecake with local berries and ripe figs. The mascarpone gave the cake an extra velvety finish and the berries were bright and tart.

Once again, we had a lovely meal at Fable. I love the seasonal farm-to-table menu and look forward to trying future menus.

I stopped in at this restaurant on a whim with a friend prior to seeing a musical at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. I was on limited time and yet I'm so glad we made the stop in here. The restaurant was packed when I was there, but that didn't stop the experience from being great. The server was very attentive, kind, and helpful and made sure to check in appropriately throughout the meal.

Myself and my friend both chose to order the Roast Duck Ravioli. It did not disappoint. The ravioli was stuffed with butternut squash and paired perfectly with the confit duck leg. The duck was tender and juicy and cooked to perfection. The crispy pork belly and brown butter sauce added that extra flavour and sweetness to round out the meal. I would absolutely come back here again just to order this, but would be intrigued to try some of the other items that were listed on the menu as well.

I can't wait to come back and try more of their delicious options!

Fable Kitchen in Vancouver is a highly regarded spot, particularly known for its farm-to-table approach, emphasizing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

The restaurant's reputation is bolstered by its inclusion in the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand for delivering high-quality meals at reasonable prices

The standout items for me were the Enoki Mushrooms, tuna tartare and duck breast.

The flops were the Halibut (too dry), bread (dry)

Service at Fable Kitchen was friendly and attentive, contributing to an overall positive dining experience.

Another brunch place ticked off my list. Place was always packed so would recommend a reservation. Honestly, tables were pretty close together so it's hard to talk with how noisy the restaurant was. Service was alright, but I thought it was pretty shady for the waitress not to confirm that the extra pickles were extra charges.

Most people in our group ordered the french toast (courtesy of me of course hahaha), however it's not as good as I expected given the rave reviews online imo. The brioche was way too floppy, flavour wise it was just sugary sweet, and there's barely any fruits. Got the same sentiment across their other items (they were decent, not great). Once is enough for me.

List of items we ordered and the prices (I didn't try their dishes so can't rate them):
1. French Toast ($18)
2. Kitsilano Vegan Bowl ($18)
3. Fable Breakfast ($18)
4. Smash Burger ($19) plus cheese ($2)

My friends and I had a great time here during our visit to Vancouver. I'm glad we had a reservation because it was pretty busy when we walked in. We came in for brunch on Victoria Day and they were doing a special menu that was a pretty good deal and included a main, drinks, and some extra pastries. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and attentive at all times. It's a nice restaurant on a commercial street. I'd certainly recommend checking it out!

Lemon Potatoes were Amazing! Ask for their in house hot sauce, it sure added the kick. I'm unsure about the wagyu steak, was a little chewy for med rare.
Great experience overall.

What a fun and completely unexpected dining experience! My husband and I stumbled upon fable on our journey from Vancouver to Squamish and it was the highlight of our trip to date! Parking was a bit challenging on the street, but after finding a spot we bundled up and made our way into Fable hoping for a table.

Luckily it was pretty empty and we were seated right away by the delightful Manon who greeted us with a beautiful smile.

At our table Manon showed me the coat hooks where I could hang my jacket for the meal and brought us water. She reviewed the menu and left us to enjoy our cocktails.

We started with the blacklight and my husband ordered a whiskey drink. Both were delicious.

Food is created to be shared so we eagerly ordered a fun variety to sample.

We started with the bread and butter which was amazing! It was perfectly cooked foccocia bread with a delicious light herb butter. It was simple yet delicious.

Next out we were surprised with the most exciting and tasteful amuse bouche we've ever experienced. My husband described it best so I'll insert his words here for you. "Wow that made my mouth so happy. It was an explosion of flavor. Sour from the pickled onion, heat of the aioli and the zing from the lemon drive this starter crazy." The dish was a warm and crispy curd served on a small spoon with pickled onion on top. We could have easily enjoyed a bowl of them as a starter! They were SO tasty!!!

Next out we shared the winter salad. The lettuce was fresh and the dressing was light and perfectly flavored to complement each vegetable.

I ordered the sable fish and my husband chose the 12oz butchers cut that was aged for 30 days. We added the patatas bravas in to give us a starch.

The sable fish was cooked perfectly. It was tender and moist and the greens beside it were beyond delicious! I could eat them daily!!! So good! I swapped some of my fish for a sliver of my hubby's steak and enjoyed that as well. It was flavorful and cooked perfectly at medium rare. The mushrooms that accompanied the dish were flavorful and complimented it nicely.

We skipped desert and opted to share a bottle of the Geheinger brothers private reserve.

The ambiance was fun, with pitch fork chandeliers hanging above the table, Antigua furniture and tables made of butcher block. The kitchen and bar are open concept so you have the ability to observe art as it's created before experiencing it with your other senses.

Overall the experience was top notch. Manon is excellent and an absolute gem. The food is unique and beyond stellar- every single thing we ate was drool worthy- and the ambiance was simple yet fun!

I highly recommend this place and cannot wait to return!

What a meal! Timing of courses and service was spot on despite the heavy traffic. Came here for dinner service and honestly it did not disappoint.

Duck Breast - seared nicely with juicy morsels of duck in every bite.

Special Fried Fish Wrap Board was the star in my opinion. I didn't expect this to be available but boy was I glad I came when it was on the menu. If gills and fish bones don't scare you, this may be the thing for you. Quite a bit of fish meat to be had, pickled vegetables and being able to make green wraps provided the much needed respite from eating more potato's or filling up on bread.

Maitake - the cashew cream on this dish really completed it for me. All in all, anything fungus/mushroom like is a generally a win. This one was no different

Chickpea Fritters - a bit too heavy for me personally but if you wanted something besides bread or potatoes to fill you up, this is a pretty solid option.

All in all, a cozy farm to table eatery that I think shines brighter during dinner than the most often praised about brunch hour. This one is a definite return on my books.

I always pass by this restaurant. Finally a friend asked to have brunch here today, so here I am.

My friend reserved a table online which was very convenient and I always like to reserve tables online without waiting in a super long line up for an hour or so.

The server provided great service. The ambience was great for family or friends gathering. The venue has a decent size. It is considered comfortable that there is a reasonable distance between tables and customers, so we could chat without hearing what others were talking next to us.

Their menu had different options for customers to choose from. We ordered a few dishes. I felt each dish was presented well. But the flavour was okay. It was just a normal dish of western breakfast to me. I wouldn't say I would wow for it.

The location is right on a busy street that customers can come here to eat and walk around the neighbourhood after the meal. It's hard to find parking though. It's better for ones who take public transit or who live in the neighbourhood.

I was super excited to try the restaurant today as it has many reviews and also many friends' recommendations . My wife and I decided to go on Good Friday. When we went in we had high expectations due to the interior design was so artistic and the vibe was really nice to bring a nice date to.

Let's talk about the experience. I have to rate the service 2/5 stars. It was a mess. 1) we called to book for a table and when we arrived and informed the server and got seated. after 10min the same server called and asked me if my wife and I still coming to dine at Fable. 2) it took a long time to grab waiter attention to order food 3) the food was delivered wrong. the waiter didn't find alternative solution and it was me telling the waiter its ok to bill us for the wrongly delivered dish since we start eating it. if it was at other restaurants they will take the price off the receipt. It's unfortunate to experience that as I had high expectations for the restaurant.

Rating on Food: I would only rate 3/5. My wife had the ham benny and we rated 2/5 as it was soaked in Hollandaise sauce which made the muffin soggy and unpalatable. my wife didnt even finished it. Additionally, the wrongly delivered dish you received only added to the disappointment of your dining experience. I ordered the daily market benny which was the BLT benny and it was amazing. the only downside was the potatoes which was not seasoned at all. The BLT benny i would rate 5/5 but the overall dish 4/5 due to the potato.

I would not come back again as the experience and the food was not worth my time.

Top notch once again! Try the house-made mocktails! Best I've had - "No-groni" was complex, aromatic, and refreshing. The pineapple-gin-spritz was flavorful, not sweet, with a peppery finish.
The Butcher's cut was already beautifully seasoned with herbs that really enhanced the flavor, but then the "pepper jam" ginger reduction was absolutely to die for - rich, sticky flavor explosions with every mouthful. The bok choy greens and miso potatoes were the perfect accompaniment. Both desserts were wonderful - rhubarb with strawberry curd in blueberry-balsamic ice cream melded amazing flavors together under a toasted meringue top, while the bittersweet chocolate orange with graham cake was a satisfying and rich blend without being heavy or too sweet.

And yes, Kathy S., your comment on my second review did show up. Thanks to you and your staff for another great evening out.