Wildlight Kitchen + Bar

Restaurant · University Endowment Lands

Wildlight Kitchen + Bar

Restaurant · University Endowment Lands

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5380 University Blvd #107, Vancouver, BC V6T 0C9, Canada

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Nestled in the vibrant leləm̓ Village, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar dazzles with Chef Warren Chow's artful seafood creations in a breezy, chic setting.  

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"This light-filled space is enhanced with natural and organic decorative elements, but the relaxed sophistication belies the serious nature of Chef Warren Chow's kitchen, where sourcing is paramount." - The MICHELIN Guide

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"Congratulations to Warren Chow, chef at Wildlight Kitchen + Bar, and the 2023 MICHELIN Guide Vancouver Young Chef Award Winner! Presented in partnership with Mercedes-Benz, the Young Chef Award winner demonstrates a unique identity and culinary creations embodying the pioneering spirit of Mercedes-Benz." - MICHELIN Guide

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"Wildlight Kitchen + Bar is at the center of the quickly growing community of leləm̓ Village. This light-filled space is enhanced with natural and organic decorative elements, but the relaxed sophistication belies the serious nature of Chef Warren Chow's kitchen, where sourcing is paramount. Begin with a stunning charcuterie board that substitutes seafood for the ubiquitous meat to snack on everything from house-made salmon pastrami, marinated Salt Spring Island mussels, and pickled sea asparagus to tataki of smoked albacore tuna and cod rillette topped with cured ikura. A thick fillet of Gindara sablefish rests over soba noodles with baby bok choy for a main dish that is deeply satisfying. Finally, go for broke and order both the caramelized honey cheesecake with cardamom granola crust and the lemon tart." - Michelin Inspector

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"Wildlight Kitchen + Bar is at the center of the quickly growing community of leləm̓ Village. This light-filled space is enhanced with natural and organic decorative elements, but the relaxed sophistication belies the serious nature of Chef Warren Chow's kitchen, where sourcing is paramount. Begin with a stunning charcuterie board that substitutes seafood for the ubiquitous meat to snack on everything from house-made salmon pastrami, marinated Salt Spring Island mussels, and pickled sea asparagus to tataki of smoked albacore tuna and cod rillette topped with cured ikura. A thick fillet of Gindara sablefish rests over soba noodles with baby bok choy for a main dish that is deeply satisfying. Finally, go for broke and order both the caramelized honey cheesecake with cardamom granola crust and the lemon tart." - MICHELIN Guide

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Michael Wu

Google
The crispy squid was absolutely amazing. Best squid dish I’ve tasted in Vancouver, even better than a lot of the squid dishes at Michelin places. Really surprising. The chowder was delicious (we ordered it with some sourdough). Mum said the burger here was really good when she came before and I have to say, I think this is one of the best burgers I’ve had in a while. Our server Brandon was also incredibly friendly and attentive. Will be back again!

Tam Nguyen

Google
Came here for a friend’s birthday and the restaurant did a great job in celebrating the moment with our party. Right off the bat, the service was fast and quick! We were sat in an area that was quite eventful—especially since it was nearing Christmas at the time. The oysters were quite delicious, but the group did think it was slightly ever so fishy despite the garlic garnishing on top. It almost did simulate a raw oyster despite it being labelled as baked(?) on the menu. The steak, however, was done well. The burger was average—did not expect much from it. But the patty was delicious! Pasta could have been seasoned a little bit better, but was not a major issue to my friend who had it at the time. Overall, the food and experience were pleasant. I would consider Wildlight as an option for a group dinner in the future.

stewart woo

Google
Have come here a few times for dinner and most recent to celebrate a few birthdays together as a group. This restaurant is excellent, and worth the occasional longer drive to get to. Food is very high quality and the presentation top notch. The service is excellent from the moment we walked in. Very attentive and nicely paced. We never felt rushed or that we were waiting too long between dishes. Nice touch to see a happy birthday card from Wildlight at our table. Our main server, Jessie, answered all our questions, accommodated a few requests (small bowl of pasta and bowl of fresh steamed veggies for the 2 small kids), and provided some good suggestions for a couple bottles of local wine. We all chose the prix fixe menu, there were a lot of good options including full vegan choices. We all chose something different but collectively we covered most of the prix fixe menu. We ordered the pescatarian board to start. Good selection of seafood prepared in various ways and very tasty. Good contrast of textures and flavours. The little baby octopus was new to the board and was good. Salad was fresh and the dressing was amazing (some wanted to ask if we could bottle some home!). The Hamachi crudo had a nice Asian influence in the dressing, nicely citrusy and savoury. The fish was very fresh and firm. The "star" of the appies was the chowder. It's a huge bowl (and could probably be a main with a few slices of bread). Very flavourful, creamy, came out piping hot, and loaded with seafood and veggies. Scallop dish had loads of scallops sitting on a generous portion of lobster risotto, both well done. The duck was nicely seared, with good sauces. The accompaniments were nicely done, especially the potatoes. They looked like large tear drops of mashed potatoes deep fried, crispy on outside and moist on inside (with apologies to Wildlight as I'm misrepresenting this delicious side). The steak was simple and seared to perfection. Comes with a side of salad in a bowl and amazing fries. A small nit, the extra $19 upcharge for this dish seemed a bit steep and not sure it was necessary. The desserts are very well done and are a nice end to the meal (by this time we were all stuffed). The dishes with fruit were refreshing with nice flavours, and the one chocolate dish (Hide & Seek) was very decadent. The parking lot is underneath the restaurant/Urban Fare. You do not have to pay as Wildlight will comp you 3 hours free parking, just have to register your vehicle at the front desk. If you are bumping up against that time, just go up and ask for a free extension. Groups with more than 6 people, I believe, have an auto 20% gratuity.

E

Google
Had a great time at Wildlight Kitchen + Bar today. What we ordered: mimosas, chicken & waffles and crab cake benedict (beautifully presented and delicious 😋) The interior, modern. The atmosphere, lively. The staff, welcoming. Overall great vibes. I’m going to need to go back soon to try the other things on their menu!

Magdalena Klobušická

Google
So happy we chose Dine out experience at Wildlight! We couldn’t be happier. We both started with Clam Chowder (you can feel the sand in your mouth how real the seafood in it is) 10/10 Duck Confit with white beans 6/10 - duck wasn’t that dry as we expected but why beans..?! Super weird combination,flavourless.. Mushroom risotto 10/10! Rich,flavour,real chunks of mushrooms- amazing!! Chocolate tart 9/10 - rich,super chocolate with smooth salted caramel cream Black sesame lemon cake 10/10 - didn’t have better dessert in ages! You just need to try! I also chose wine pairing with my courses - well chosen. Thank you very much for your amazing food,outstanding service and feel welcome in their restaurant.

Annie

Google
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Wildlight Kitchen & Bar, and I can confidently say it’s an exceptional culinary experience. Actually, I’ve eaten at the restaurant on multiple occasions and it’s been perfect every time. As a true celebration of West Coast culture and cuisine, the restaurant effortlessly blends fresh, local ingredients with bold flavours that reflect the beauty and diversity of the region. The ambiance of Wildlight is warm and inviting, with a modern yet cozy vibe that sets the perfect tone for a memorable meal. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a sense of relaxed sophistication, and the attentive, friendly staff make you feel right at home. As for the food, it’s absolutely outstanding. The menu offers a thoughtful array of dishes that showcase the best of West Coast cuisine, from fresh seafood to locally sourced vegetables. Every dish is carefully crafted, beautifully plated, and packed with flavor. The cocktails are also top-notch, perfectly complementing the dishes and adding a fun, creative twist to the dining experience. Whether you’re enjoying a casual meal with friends or celebrating a special occasion, Wildlight Kitchen & Bar delivers a dining experience that exceeds expectations. Highly recommend for anyone looking to indulge in the best of West Coast flavours!

Danica See

Google
First time at Wildlight for their happy hour with a family of 5 (3 little kids) and it was amazing! The service was excellent, friendly and fast! And the food was just delicious and amazing and be it being happy hour it was even more worth it! Can’t wait to come back again and try more of their food! We had the wagyu burger, fried chicken burger, two time their wings so good! And their yummy mussles! And to finish it off their lime rhubarb tart! Highly recommend checking this restaurant out in UBC totally worth the drive there as we were an hour and a bit away! We will be back!

Turtlekeeper Designs

Google
Wasn’t too difficult getting a reservation on Valentines Day. Cozy dimly lit main dining room. We sat in the enclosed glass patio. Our server was cheerful and helpful. We ordered the The Wildlight Pescatarian Board, Grilled Beet & Burrata Salad, Braised Beef Cheek and the Seafood Linguine. The Board was delightful. Every part of it was flavourful, creative and fun to eat. Our favourite was the smoked cod rillette. The salad was tasty (I forgot to take a photo) but maybe not as much beet or burrata as I had hoped for. The beef cheek was great but the crunchy accompaniments were a little too crunchy. Our seafood pasta was nicely al dente and the seafood was very tasty. We will be back!

Don D.

Yelp
The service was outstanding! Very attentive staff that exceeded our expectations. Simon was our main server and he was really great. He helped with our menu choices and made very good recommendations. The ambiance of the restaurant was refreshing. Our table was very comfortable, the lighting was just right, and there was festive holiday music playing. Now on to the outstanding food. The menu had a new three course meal with some really nice choices to fit most people's needs. My wife and I chose different appetizers for the first course. I chose the sablefish chowder and it was very tasty and loaded with seafood. My wife chose the squid which was cooked perfectly. The squid was topped with greens and a light vinegarette with squid ink. I had never had greens like that paired with squid. It was a wonderful combination. For the main course we each chose the braised beef cheek. This dish was one of the best foods I have had in a long time. The beef was fall apart heaven. The root vegetables and purees were delightful. The mushroom was like nothing I had ever tasted before and was one of my favorite parts of this dish. Dessert was a chocolate hazelnut dish that would satisfy anyone's sweet craving. The dessert was simply delicious, but it was far from a simple dessert. The flavors and textures were well thought out by the chef. Overall, I would say the meal was perfect.

Stephanie M.

Yelp
We came on a Saturday during happy hour. The restaurant was pretty empty. I love how it's laid out and the number of tables they have. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. Happy hour wildlight drinks get $2 off Inverted dude - was a coffee based drink. I didn't really like it. I wouldn't get it again Negroni - strong and delicious Mussels and fries (16) - plentiful and well seasoned. Loved the sauce. The French fries were crispy and addictive. Would recommend Chicken wings 10 pieces (12) - pretty standard. Crispy on the outside. On the sweeter side. Overall would come back to try their other items. Prices during happy hour are a steal

Edward L.

Yelp
New brunch place near UBC. No idea how long this building complex has been here. Parking is available underneath in the shared parkade. Be sure to register your plate. Place is nice and modern and spacious. There is a large S facing patio that gets a bit hot. Best to draw the blinds. Staff are friendly and cheerful. Very professional. Crab cake benedict - served with poached eggs. Very tasty. Crab is nice and fluffy. Served on 2 cheddar biscuits, with a side of onion rosti (looks like a long orange rectangular stick). For dessert they had some complimentary butter cookies. Chocolate bits embedded inside. Nice and tasty. This place also has happy hour specials such as oysters, though I didn't try. Definitely a good place to go for some brunch. Recommended.

Foodie V.

Yelp
Really nice modern decor with covered outdoor and indoor seating. The restaurant was spacious. We came here for brunch and ordered the duck confit. It was really good. I didn't expect the dessert we ordered was complimentary since we were celebrating a birthday. It was a really nice surprise. Service was excellent. Another great place for brunch. I will come back and try their dinner menu next time.

Debi H.

Yelp
We had the most amazing brunch... I will dream about the chicken & waffles... they were that good!! My partner had the crab cakes Benny and he said it was decadent & delicious! On top of the gourmet goodies, the service was exceptional; friendly & professional. The restaurant is lovely, welcoming and very clean! We can't wait to go back and try the dinner menu!

Shonah M.

Yelp
Dine Out Vancouver (celebration of food & drink at special prices for a limited time) 2024 is in full swing. Thought I'd take advantage of it for the savings & a chance to try a new restaurant. Recently awarded a Michelin star for the Young Chef Award, Warren Chow is head chef at Wildlight Kitchen + Bar. The award is awesome but that's not why I wanted to try it out. It was more - 'word on the street' - that conjured up my curiosity more than anything else. Located at the University of British Columbia, WKB is part of the Jim Pattison (local billionaire & very nice dude) Group of companies. There's plenty fast food restaurants at UBC & so few of the 'fine dining' nature. This is a newly built up residential area called Lelm(not spelt this way - autocorrected by Yelp!?) Village ('home' in the Musqueam language) with shops, Urban Fare (gourmet grocery) & the year old WKB restaurant. I was mighty impressed with the stylistic decor & swankiness of the interior. This restaurant is classy with an easy on the eyes lighting system, beautiful wood panels & exceptional artwork. The Sablefish Chowder was excellent - lots of chunky seafood bits in it. The Confit Duck Tart was a tasty twist with the croissant base. Whoa the Mixed Mushroom Risotto had me ooohhhing & aaahhhing with every bite. A little salty but loved it nonetheless. The Lamb Shortloin came out looking like Spam. Lol. I had not seen Lamb presented in this way before. It was good but I'd perhaps try the chicken next time. For dessert - get the Lemon Tart! Will do wonders on your palate & have your taste buds dancing. The Coconut Cannoli is for those that best love Cannoli & love it more than I do aka my lack of an Italian palate prevents me from truly rating any Cannoli fairly. I did love the Passionfruit Sorbet that came with it. I want to go back asap & try other menu items as well as popping in for happy hour. Also of note - weekend brunch is on till 3pm. Yelpies get over to WKB pronto!

Jon L.

Yelp
Decide to do dine out here as it is a Michellin Recommended restaurant. Been hyped by IG too so we thought, why not. Ordered the burrata for appys and fish chowder, lamb loin and rissoto for mains and another order of clasic steak frites with truffle fries and garlic mayo dip. For dessert..had the lemon tart ( forgot the pic) and the choco mousse. Let me just say, how this place got the Michellin Recommendation is beyond me. Cactus club literally serves better food. The burrata and dessert were the only good points here. The rissotto was sour. Ive eaten many risottos in my life, and this one is the most sour ive had. Whoever made it squeezed too much lemon into it. The rice also wasnt creamy. Consistency was off key. The fish chowder was by far the worst ive ever had in the history of chowders. It was not fresh at all. It smelled so fishy, as soon as it hit the table The pungent aroma floated to my nostrils, that i thought the server had body odour. As the old saying goes about seafood, it shouldnt taste or smell fishy. Either the fish was bad or they didbt out enough dill or spices to mask the smell...but it wasnt good at all. Now i thought the steak frites would save the day bec when i tried the truffle fries...they were excellent. I saw real chimichurri sauce With peppercorn gravy...and i thought..it must be good. I was dead wrong! Lol. Only the sauces and fries were good, as well as garlic mayo. The steak frites was below average. Chewey and not smoky at all. Center was cold and not seared enough. So disappointed. The lamb loin with sausage was also a failure. Just look at the pic. Clearly its glued meat together and formed and rolled. Not even the sausage was good. Plain and stale. And they charged $65 a head for this. What a disaster. The service...oh boy! Thats the worst part. Our server was nowhere to be seen most of the night. It was so hard to call her. Her focus was on another long table that were having a bday get together. Our water carafe was always empty. She passed by 3-4 times looked, and never did anything. We had some of our food changed she was no where. It was another server who came To our rescue and even took our pict. Even asking for the bill she was nowhere. Someone else had to call her for us. Complete failure for a place to be endorsed by michellin guide. I will never return so to speak. This is not fine dining but simply a glorified food court. I mean, some food court food taste better than this place. Cactus club makes better food than this place bar-none!! Inside is nice tho. High ceilings and dim light. Nice decors and table and chairs. But it stops there. The manager came by and asked how was everything, i grinned and said, so so. Think he didnt like that response and never came back and asked why. Hahahaha. Ive been to many michellin places with 1-2 stars. This place doesnt even deserve a pixie dust in my opinion. I regret coming to this place and spending $. Cheers! Happy eating!

LuFei L.

Yelp
I love that there is now an upscale restaurant right by UBC. It's so perfect for all the important university celebrations. The ambiance is great and the staff is always friendly. I've been here a few times because I absolutely love the tempura oyster mushrooms. They are the best thing on the menu! I actually will occasionally visit just for a takeout box of these mushrooms. The other dishes are all very delicious as well. I especially like the risottos. My only complaint is that food is a bit slow. Both times I've eaten in the restaurant, it felt like the food took forever to arrive. They're really great about refilling drinks/water while waiting, it's just hard when I'm hungry to wait for food. Other than that, always a pleasant experience and I'll definitely be back!

Joanna L.

Yelp
I stumbled upon this place at the recommendation of the Chan centre. This is on the way to UBC and not too far from the golf club. I am happy to have tried this Michelin recommended restaurant. The ambiance is very nice and bright. Modern and clean. I love the design of the restaurant. It is warm and inviting. The happy hour was good! I'm so glad I tried the burger and the mussels & fries. It was a lot of food, but I managed to finish the burger and the mussels at the very least. I have to say between the two dishes, I like the burger better. The service was okay. There were a couple of times I was somewhat annoyed. Perhaps they are minut. Things like: not bring cutlery with my mussels until moments later, sitting me at the bar when it wasn't that busy, and the fact that there was a closed mussel. I know that it happens, but if one must live up to Michelin expectations, there should be NO closed shell mussel. It's gross and should not be in a dish where it is considered toxic to consume. I'd like to come back and try other dishes, but I would also like there to be better service! On the plus side, there is 2 hr free underground parking if you are to dine here or shop at urban fare.

Aaron T.

Yelp
March 14th 2023 experience: Went to check out beautifully designed eatery, Wildlight, during happy hour (until 6pm) when it had just opened a week or two prior. This establishment specializes in West Coast fare incorporating seasonal and locally conscious ingredients. It is located in the Lelam Village apartment complex, halfway to the UBC Golf Course. The cocktails were really creative and the offerings on the menu were quite attractive sounding. I got the Smore Me More cocktail with marshmallow infused vodka, chocolate coffee liqueur, egg, and shaved chocolate and might have finished it before my meal came. It was THAT GOOD. For the main show, the four of us got the burger offerings and they were not only great tasting, but also a great portion size to get us full. The beef burger comes with a patty that is dry aged, with thick cut bacon, fried onions, tomato jam, smoked onion aioli and aged white cheddar sandwiched between a poppyseed bun. The burgers come with your choice of regular fries, or 1 of 2 salad offerings for +$1 or truffle fries for +$3. I would say that the happy hour menu when I went was slim but I think it has increased in offerings since then, and the flatbread is also quite good! The funny thing is that there was a minor flood on Sunday that caused the restaurant and the neighboring Urban Fare to close, so minor panic, but luckily they were able to reopen on the next day, the day of my reservation for my coworkers and I to go.

Luke Y.

Yelp
Price/quality (4/4): I ordered the scallops and a couple of drinks. Everything was very tasty, and it's easy to see why the Michelin guide recommended this place. Service (0/1): Maybe I just went at a really busy time, but service was rather slow. I think they forgot my wine as well (it was meant to be served with the food), and I had to ask them for it. Would I come here again: Yes

Maling S.

Yelp
Welcome to newly opened restaurant in West Point Grey adjacent to UBC Wildlight Kitchen & Bar! The decor ignites west coast feels. We started with the Wildlight Chicken Wings and the crispy crunch with flavours of shishito, garlic and nuoc cham caramel bursted through each bite. We are all silent devouring this dish. Seafood fettuccine (choice of creamy or tomato dill sauce) with salmon, clams, prawns and mussels. A seafood & pastalover dream. Miso Koji Gindra Sablefish and a bed of soba noodles, was cooked to perfection. The flavours were brought to life when the server poured dashi into the dish. BC Duck was so tender and delicious with carrot puree, dijon spaetzle, orange marmalade glazed vegetables, pickled chanterelles, duck jus. Steak Frites was cooked to perfection accompanied with sauteed mushrooms, baby kale, peppercorn sauce, spruce tip chimichurri, truffle & pecorino fries and smoked onion mayo. Attention to detail to plating and flavours goes unnoticed. What a lovely and relaxing dine in experience and I would return soon to try other dishes. Bravo to the chef!

Kelven W.

Yelp
What a great restaurant right by UBC! Haven't driven out this way for a while and it's definitely worth the drive out. We started off with their incredible Wildlight wings. Super crispy skin and a delicious seasoning with shisito, garlic and their nuoc cham caramel. I started with the Fraser Valley duck breast and loved the carrot purée and marmalade glazed vegetables. Beautifully cooked and seasoned. Their steak frites were delicious with their sautéed port mushrooms. Can't decide which side was better as their fries were seasoned with truffle and pecorino. The seafood fettuccini was excellent in their white wine cream sauce and had a bounty of seas food included smoked salmon, mussels and clams. The showstopper was their miso koji gindara sablefish. Beautifully prepared and oh-so perfect! Their dashi consommé paired so well with the soba noodles and bok choy! I can't wait to come back!

H H.

Yelp
We celebrated a birthday here and wow wow wow what a treat to discover! It's a hidden gem! Naomi the waitress was so kind and helpful, the food was very well cooked, nicely plated and tasted delicious, it was rather a slow night but it's Monday and we also witnessed Edmonton lose the cup to Florida :( I was in jeans and a short sleeve shirt and I didn't feel underdressed, it's business - casual but man oh man, the food! Delicious! Go try it out & you won't regret it.

Jim T.

Yelp
Food is very good and tasty Service can be hit and miss with o er two hours to get everything ordered. Severs seem to forget about you, but the occasional good service it is very good. Ambiance is nice modern and upscale.

Mon T.

Yelp
Beautiful decor and interior design, but food and service was not as good as the first time. We arrived and was sat promptly. Our server started off strong, but lacked of following up and was no longer attentive after the appetizer. I opted for the cocktail pairing for the three courses DOV menu. The entree arrived, but my husband's wine and my cocktail didn't come until at least 5 minutes later. The sablefish chowder tasted smokey and fresh, and full of seafood bits. It was hearty and outstanding. Cocktail pairing was lovely, different than the regular wine pairing that every restaurant does. All the other dishes tasted fine, but nothing spectacular and exceptional. Server also didn't check in with us to see how the first few bites were after each course. As a restaurant that just received the Michelin recommended guide, I'd expect more, so it was quite a bit of a let down.

Cecilia M.

Yelp
I've been here twice and really enjoyed my meals both times. The wild light burger is incredible! And so is their risotto. The first time I went they had just opened so it wasn't busy and we got really good service. I sat on the patio both times and it's such a beautiful area to enjoy a delicious meal. Will definitely be back!

J M.

Yelp
I had the tofu dish. It was flavorless. Airfryer tofu with a small amount of pasta. My husband had the ling cod. He thought it was ok. 1cocktail, 1 mocktail. Oysters as an appy. 150.00. We had much better value elsewhere in Vancouver

Lynn M.

Yelp
Tried this for lunch with some coworkers yesterday. It is a nice, airy, spacious place. The service was average but very friendly. The food was delicious. The crispy tofu bowl was full of flavour and I really enjoyed it. All of us enjoyed our meal. I would be it slightly on the pricey side (although my mind set is lunch on campus which is obviously not the patrons they are catering to). My tofu bowl was $18 which is normal price but the burger was $25 and pastas were $30. With that said, knowing the prices, I would absolutely go again as it was delicious. Apparently they do a weekend brunch which I would like to try.

Andy L.

Yelp
I tried this restaurant for fine out 2024. There was a group of us so I got to see a range of items. Not everyone ordered from the dine out menu. The chicken wings were good and noted as one of their specialty items. I also went back a few weeks later for brunch and I had a great omelette.

Ed T.

Yelp
Loved the concept of the Pescatarian Board! A beautiful space with lovely staff. One of the few foodie bôites out by UBC.

H H.

Yelp
My first visit to Wildlight Kitchen and Bar at UBC. Very nice ambiance.. Unique..pescatarian board A must have .. oyster . Very fresh.. I might have to say that this is one of the best I ever had. My only complaint was.. between appetizers and our main , we waited almost 45 mins!! servers kept apologizing for the delay..but.. still no main.

Charlotte C.

Yelp
Ordered 2 wildlight burgers and 1 pasta. The cook probably didn't bother to fire up the grill as it was around 2pm and the lunch peak hours had passed. The patty tasted like being boiled in water. Have been there a few times and left the restaurant with good impression. But not this time in June 2024.

Alanna M.

Yelp
Went here for brunch and although the atmosphere is nice, the service was so slow. It took us an hour to get our food which was just a pretty basic brunch. They messed up my order which I had asked for a certain way for personal health reasons but it wasn't worth waiting longer to ask them to change it. I noticed they made a mistake with the table beside us too. The food was fine but honestly not worth the wait. It's quite pricey too.

Maggie C.

Yelp
Delicious :) highly recommend this place for the quality of the food. A bit on the pricey side but worth it.

Andrew L.

Yelp
This Michelin recommended restaurant adds a great option for fine dining in the UBC neighbourhood. When I went to UBC many moons ago, we did not have options for this, but I was on a tighter budget back then, so I don't know if I would have benefited. Nice to have free parking underground, and I've been for dinner and brunch and I enjoyed both menus. Service and ambiance were great too.

Sarah J.

Yelp
Not the best experience. They seated us at what must be their worst table, behind the bar right next to the kitchen door. Lots of junk piled on a table nearby. Our waiter was very friendly, no complaints there. The burrata salad was quite good, but the steak I had was grisly. You'd expect better given the price.

Sakura G.

Yelp
Ambience is pretty decent, but the food is sub par. I read in another review that this is a Michelin recognized restaurant?? I'm not sure how that's possible. I've been here for dinner and brunch. So overpriced for the food quality that's served.

Randa B.

Yelp
The food was good and the server was helpful. We paid easy park $8.50 for parking for 2 hrs underground. The restaurant repaid our$ 8.50 at . When we got to our car we had a ticket for $70. The restaurant AGM said "too bad" it happens often. Over 2 hours = a ticket. A fairly good experience turned bad at the end of the meal. We won't be back. Make this a warning for anyone wanting to dine at Wildlight. If you dine for over 2 hours you will have an extra $70 added to your evening out.

Amy W.

Yelp
We ordered chicken wings, oysters and a beet Salad for appetizers to share. The chicken wings and oysters were excellent! 5 out of 5! The beet salad was not impressive, 2 out of 5. For main courses the steak and fries and hamburger were great! 5 out of 5. The seafood Pasta with tomato sauce was very disappointing. It was lukewarm, the accompanying seafood were not great, particularly the 3 mussels were small and dry. The service here is definitely 5 out of 5! Friendly and efficient Ambiance is excellent as well. Beautiful place, Airy and spacious, nice decor. 5 out of 5! We will definitely come back again. Just a warning to patrons that use the underground parking lot!!! Easy Park machine does not offer too many options. You can pay for 2 hours or you have to pay for the whole day! Kind of ridiculous for dinner. We were 8 mins late and received parking violation tickets! Very annoying situation! Wish the building use Pay and park so we can get a warning to top up our parking time. Also, I think the restaurant should post a warning to patrons about this!

Gobi T.

Yelp
Food quality has gone down last time I was there. And only one hour of free parking now.

Nathalie G.

Yelp
Really nice atmosphere. But one hour to get out brunch on the table. We were not even offered any even break & butter to help us wait.

Camille K.

Yelp
We toured the UBC campus and stopped by Wildlight for lunch. Not sure why it isn't rated higher on Yelp, but for us we thought the restaurant was so good in all three categories. All our dishes were so delicious, service was excellent. The restaurant has a contemporary feel that allows the natural light to pour in. I think most people will enjoy this restaurant. If I am in this area again, I would definitely stop by.

J S.

Yelp
We really love Wildlight! It's our go-to spot near the UBC campus, whether meeting with friends or business associates. The vibe is super chill, the staff is lovely! The food is crave-able and it beautifully presented. There is something on the menu for everyone, but I am particularly in love with the burger (with gluten-free bun) as well as the Rossdown Farms chicken dish. Oh, delicious cocktails too! A call out to some of the awesome staff by name - Amaris, Ash, Brandon, Kiera, Kieran, Naomi, Paneet, Shaun, and Sophia! Appreciate you guys!