Folke

Excellent flavors. The chef's tasting menu was very enjoyable and worth having to experience a wide selection of their menu items. The Carmel treats that came with the bill were delicious and the fact their staff are all on salary so there is no tipping is refreshing.

If you like food… vegan or not- this place is a must try! We decided to embrace the dining experience and loved the chef’s selections. The dishes met my expectations- were delicious and unique. Love the twist on ingredients. We will certainly be back on our necktie visit to BC!

I went for the chef's tasting menu and I gulped everything in almost no time! I'm sure the chefs must have thought that I haven't eaten in days 😂 I wish I lived in Vancouver to come here often, I'll be back here the next time I visit Vancouver. As far as the dishes in the chef's menu go, I loved everything - it was a super nourishing and delectable dining experience! Thanks to all the chefs and the staff for making it a memorable experience.

The food was amazing, the staff were polite and kind; overall atmosphere was awesome. There were some dishes that I wouldn't order again but I would totally go back if I'm in the neighborhood. One thing I would like to see changed is the way the staff glared at your table; I know they're doing their job as they've been told, but please take it back a notch and just chill a bit. The stare is quite awkward and makes guests somewhat uncomfortable. Thanks for everything. Keep up the great recipes.

Absolutely Stellar Experience at Folke! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had the pleasure of trying the chef’s tasting menu at Folke, and it was an unforgettable experience. Every single bite was worth the price, and to be honest, I think it’s actually underpriced for the quality and creativity offered. The chef personally serving each course added a special touch, making it clear why they’ve been recognized by the Michelin Guide. I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-notch vegan cuisine!

Folke is somewhere I want to take all of my friends and family so they can experience what a culinary delight it can be to be a plant-based eater. Been meaning to write this review for awhile… Came here to celebrate my mother’s birthday with my sisters in December and what a lovely experience it was. We did the tasting menu and I’m happy to say the food was innovative and delicious. Each dish offered your palette something different to enjoy and textures and flavours were spot on. The beets, puff pastry, and desserts really stood out to me, but there was nothing there I didn’t enjoy. The atmosphere was nice, not too loud and definitely not pretentious either. Parking in the area is easy too -which is such a bonus because who wants to be stressed out by that before sitting down for a meal. This is hands down one of the best vegetarian restaurants in the city. I cannot wait to be back! With immense gratitude I want to say thank you Folke for doing vegetarians justice.

We had a wonderful dining experience at Folke -- a vegan restaurant with creative dishes and friendly service. We opted for the chef's tasting menu with wine pairing ($135/pp). Our favourite dishes were the chickpea tofu, BBQ carrots, and heirloom corn croquettes. The portions were generous, and the ingredients were fresh and seasonal. We especially appreciated the use of some "unique" ingredients like fireweed and pickled green strawberries, but the dishes remained approachable and unpretentious. The restaurant has a great selection of natural wines. Our server, Pricilla, provided some wonderful recommendations that complimented our dishes. We had approximately 5 wine pairings, and the option for coffee/tea with dessert. Our only minor criticism is with respect to the pacing and order of the tasting menu. We ended up having three yuzu-forward dishes (the dumplings, the fireweed, and the agnolotti) in a row, which felt repetitive. At least one of these dishes could have been removed and replaced with a different flavour profile. We also felt that the dessert course came somewhat abruptly (after the pasta and bread). We could have used a small palate cleanser like a granita before transitioning into dessert. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at Folke. There is some solid cooking on display here, and the service was excellent from start to finish. We hope to return soon.

I had heard great things about Folke, so my friend made a reservation and four of us went for dinner. We had the set menu and while the food was good and they experimented with different global influences, the flavours were just missed the mark. Some dishes were over seasoned and some under. That said, the biggest complaint was the service and atmosphere. Immediately upon sitting down, we were told that there was another reservation after us and we would need to leave promptly by 7:30 (even though we were having the set menu and the kitchen controllers the pace of the meal). Near our desert course, we were reminded again, even though we were eating quickly and weren’t sitting around drinking. The servers also seemed a little distant and just put down the food and left. When the cooks brought the food, however, they described the dishes and clearly took pride in what they were doing. To boot, we were crammed into the corner near the washroom and were constantly being bumped by the people seat behind us. My feeling is that they crammed 1 or 2 too many tables in and weren’t giving enough time for reservations, which is not great if you are going for a finer dining experience. Ultimately, while it’s nice to see some higher end vegan places, I won’t be going back. I’d much rather go to the Acorn.