On a recent visit to Milltown Bar & Grill, former Real Housewives of Vancouver star Reiko Mackenzie chowed down on the Starboard halibut tacos and the Brussels sprouts, while fellow housewife Robyn Reichman indulged in mushroom caps, a side salad and the peach cobbler. These former reality TV stars aren’t the only ones who have discovered the tasty menu at this waterfront eatery. Willie Mitchell, Florida Panthers hockey player and B.C. native, also drops by when he’s in town.
At the mouth of the North Arm of the Fraser River, where it meets the Southern Strait of Georgia, is where the Milltown Bar & Grill has found its home. Located at the scenic Milltown Marina, the restaurant's breathtaking views and delectable fare deliver a winning combination that has people talking.
Just about as south as you can get in the city, Milltown Bar & Grill is located on its own island between Vancouver and Richmond (it’s only accessible on the Vancouver side). The patio views are as breathtaking as Milltown’s reclaimed Douglas Fir interior decor is rustic. The drink menu is likewise rugged and refined, meaning you could just as easily cue up a bold Okanagan Spring lager on tap as you could a crisp and fruity local riesling.
It may not look out on the Pacific, but this rustic, West Coast modern pub, situated between Richmond and Vancouver, near Marpole, offers two fantastic views from two separate patios. One looks out on the mountains and quaint Milltown Marina, while the other provides an ideal vantage point for gazing at the Fraser River. What more can one ask for while enjoying local dishes and cocktails?
Built on a site where a historic wood mill once stood, Milltown has two scenic patios to choose from; so it’s up to you if you would rather overlook the marina or watch the planes land (but maybe you’d prefer to forget about planes while you’re waiting for your flight). The waterfront restaurant serves up an appetizing array of gourmet comfort foods, including bacon-wrapped meatloaf, slow-roasted pork ribs, and classic fish and chips. Want to take your order to go? The kitchen also does takeout and picnic baskets, for those who would rather rather settle in at a park nearby.