Yasma

Very nice! Food was lovely, the staff were good. Lamb chops were the best, super tender! The only part to improve was the ambience. We were there at 4 pm, so I assume they were not really ready and fully opened yet. No music, a bit cold, and gradually as we’re eating they decided on the music after a few changes, and dimmed down the lights. The area stayed cold till the end though. Overall good experience, recommended and will come back.

The food was perfect, the lighting and the atmosphere were cozy and calm, and seats were comfortable. The service was great as well, staff were very friendly and professional. Definitely going back again for celebrations or special occasions. The lamb tartar (kibbeh nayyeh) and the fattoush was phenomenal. Lots of parking available around as there's a big parking lot just across the road.

Eating at Yasma felt like a little adventure in Middle Eastern culture right by the water in Vancouver. The food is inspired by Syrian and Lebanese flavours, and it tasted rich, fresh, and full of colour from the first bite. Many of the dishes are made to share, so we tried hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, and grilled skewers together like one big tasty meal. What made the night special was the view of the harbour and the cosy atmosphere inside. The servers helped us pick things to try and explained the menu so everything felt easy and friendly. Even simple warm pita bread and dips felt exciting to eat because everything was prepared with care. I left feeling full, happy, and like I had tasted something new and delicious that I would remember. I would tell friends this is a great place for dinner if they want food that feels special and rich in flavour.

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and I must say, the food, service, and atmosphere truly impressed me. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the cozy ambiance makes you feel right at home. They offer authentic Middle Eastern dishes that will delight your taste buds—my favourite is the Baba Ghanoush. Parking options include both paid street parking and paid lot parking.

The food was good, as always, but the service was very slow. Our French fries took about 45 minutes to arrive, and the main dishes came even later. I also had to repeat my order several times, despite the restaurant not being busy. We took a baklava to go and unfortunately found a hair in it, which was extremely disappointing and ultimately what prompted me to write this review.

Our favourite Lebanese restaurant never disappoints. Another wonderful meal with the best fresh Lebanese food in Vancouver. Staff are always very friendly with and attentive. Love that our food comes out freshly made just for us - nothing is pre-made - this quality shines through each and every time. Can't wait for our next meal here !

Yasma Restaurant is a fantastic place for anyone who appreciates authentic Middle Eastern flavors and warm hospitality. The appetizers are outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to start a meal. Their shish tawook is truly a highlight: tender, perfectly seasoned, and grilled to perfection, making it one of the best I’ve tried in the city. The atmosphere is inviting and comfortable, while the staff are attentive and genuinely welcoming, ensuring a wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Yasma Restaurant is a must-visit for delicious food and excellent service.

Outstanding Service and Amazing Food We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant. We accidentally booked our reservation for the wrong date, but the staff were incredibly kind, understanding, and went out of their way to accommodate us without hesitation. Their professionalism and genuine warmth immediately made us feel welcome. The service tonight was exceptional from start to finish—attentive, friendly, and thoughtful without ever feeling rushed. On top of that, the food was outstanding: beautifully prepared, full of flavor, and clearly made with care. It’s rare to find a place that combines such excellent customer service with truly great food. We are very grateful for how we were treated and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

Nestled in the heart of Vancouver, Yasma offers a culinary voyage through the vibrant flavors of Lebanese cuisine. From the moment you step in, the aroma of spices and warmth envelops you, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Let's start with the Fattoush salad, a delightful medley of fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and bursts of flavor from the juicy pomegranate seeds. Each bite is a refreshing symphony of textures and tastes, perfectly balanced to awaken the palate. Next up, the grilled Kabbeh steals the show with its expertly mixed spices, creating a harmonious blend of savory goodness. Every bite is a testament to Yasma's dedication to perfection, leaving you craving for more. The drink options, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic, complement the meal impeccably. Whether you opt for a traditional Lebanese arak or a refreshing mint lemonade, each sip adds to the overall enjoyment of the dining experience. And let's not forget about the desserts - a unique and flavor-bursting finale to your meal. From delicate baklava to indulgent knafeh, Yasma offers a sweet conclusion that leaves a lasting impression. Beyond the culinary delights, Yasma's welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff elevate the dining experience to new heights. The genuine hospitality radiates throughout the restaurant, making you feel like part of the family from the moment you walk in. In conclusion, Yasma is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey through the rich flavors and traditions of Lebanese cuisine. With impeccable dishes, delightful drinks, and a warm ambiance, Yasma is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts and adventurers alike.

Holy smokes the people that work there are nice, service was amazing. We came with a baby and they accommodated us very well. Food was bomb.com, can't say I know much about syrian food but that humus platter was amazing, the kebabs were amazing and the mint lemond was basically the best drink I've had. Highly recommend this place for the great atmosphere, service and food.

Syrian food is not a cuisine you see everywhere so popped in to see if they could squeeze us in on a busy and warm Friday night. They had room for us at the bar where you could get the whole food menu. A super friendly bartender took our order and recommended some amazing Lebanese wine by the glass. If you go, try an assortment of the mezze--we had both hot and cold ones and they were all delicious. And the freshly baked pita bread that comes with your meal--so tasty. We stuffed ourselves so no room for dessert unfortunately. Definitely will return next time I'm in the Coal Harbour area.

Syrian and Lebanon food. Yasma Sometimes I ordered a dish that I cooked at home and judged the restaurant based on my cooking of the dish. I cooked a pretty good (based on friends and family reviews ) lentil soup. Lentil soup at Yasma is Wickedly Excellent. I the combination of pomegranate molasses , red peppers, cumin and nuts (Muhammara). Don't forget to try Fattoush Salad (delicious mixture of cucumber, tomato and a few other ingredients with fried pita bread topping) We had Grilled Kibbeh too. A place to go or to impress a guest...Having dinner overlooking the water, watching all boats and people passing by. Service is good too. I will definitely come back again to try more dishes.

If I could give them 10 stars, I would. This restaurant is so gorgeously decorated. The staff are so friendly and do an amazing job with their service. But most of all is the food. I can't get over how delicious it is! A place I'd love to go to again

Food was average. Service was below par, we were rushed to finish dinner, we were told dessert was sold out at 8.00 pm including coffee. We think it was a ruse to kick us out early so they can seat another group. What a lack of consideration as we were celebrating a birthday! A first and a last for us!

You wanna try middle eastern/arabic food in an upscale restaurant with a great view ? YASMA is the greatest answer to that : - staff and service: 10/10 - location and theme : 9/10 ( just hoped it would have been bigger) - Food : * Hummus : 8.5/10 : great texture but lacking a bit more of lemon juice. * Fried Kebba : 9/10 * Spicy potato : 8/10 : could have been spicier * Toshka and fries : 10/10 : Perfect sandwich * Mshawi : mixed grill platter : Aleppo kebab was the star(12/10). chicken was good(9/10) and lamb one was ok(7/10) Wanna come back to try the rest of the menu !

Yasma was a great place to dine at when visiting Vancouver. We had a blast. Everything was so delicious and delightful. Atmosphere and Service were great too. We recommend it to everyone wants to taste Syrian/Lebanese food with a touch of luxury.

If you have never tried Lebanese or Syrian cuisine then you should definitely visit this restaurant. We made reservations a couple of days before and I highly recommend that because it is not a big restaurant thus you are likely have to wait without reservations in advance. They offer a tasting menu that's $89 per person for a minimum of 2 and everyone on the table must order the same. We decided to go à la carte instead fearing the 8 course tasting menu might be too much for the 2 of us. We ended up ordering Babba Ganouch, Fattoush Salad, Fried Kibbeh and Skewer of the Day. Babba Ganouch is made of eggplant with some roti pita bread on the side. Those roti is great and they come out hot to touch hence extremely fresh and tasty. I'm not sure what the proper way of eating that was but we just filled the roti with Babba Ganouch and it was great. Our server also brought more roti before we even asked. Fattoush salad was fantastic with great taste and little carb. Fried kibbeh was a little underwhelming though the dipping sauce was great. Overall I think this place has great service. Our server was very attentive and took the time to explain and recommend dishes for us. The food we had tasted great and looked pleasant too.

Yasma offers gracious hospitality and tasty food. Highlights include the Aleppo kabab and the muhammara (which was bright and delicious). It was dark when I went, but I bet the views are lovely. Enthusiastically recommend!

Best Mediterranean food ever. I was traveling for a conference and ended up having dinner here. Service is amazing. Indoor and outdoor seatings with nice ambiance

What a day well worth spent! Spent $120 for two persons for this lebanese x syrian food; it was worth every penny. I do not usually give 5 star reviews and this is one of the few which has gotten it, so this is going to be one of my favourite restaurants in town. Before I depict to the food, I would like to thank my server, Shadi, for being super helpful recommending the food since it was my first time coming there. Shadi was very kind and insightful explaining the dishes as well. He is totally one of my favourite servers in town. My guy is the salt bae in town! For the food: - Unlimited Pita: You can get unlimited freshly baked pita which was so damn good. I have eaten so many but this is totally the best one i have ever had in ny life. - Babba Ganouch ($17): A smoked eggplant with diced vegetables, herbs, pomegranate molasses and walnuts was truly amazing. The texture of the aubergine was just fits so well to mix with the others and the bread. (5/5) - Kibbeh Niyah ($25): The lamb tartare with cracked burgul, peppers and herbs were just the star of the main dish! This is truly amazing and definitely is something you should get. I wish i could order more if i have the stomach to! (5/5) - Tabouleh Salad ($21): The parsley with tomato, onion, cracked wheat and lemon juice are just so fresh to be eaten in the beginning and in the end. It cleanse your mouth basically and just fits to be mixed with the other food and the bread and especially with the kibbeh niyah! Should get this if you order the kibbeh niyah. (5/5) - Shish Tawouk ($26): The yoghurt marinated chicken breast is just damn good especially the dip. These two just make perfect sense. The fries i love fries and it was super delicious. Tip is that combine all of the side dishes with the chicken, the dip and the bread, and you would not be disappointed. I personally hate the shallot though because it made me cry and had my nose blocked, so make sure you combined them all to prevent this from happening! (4/5) - Qatiyef ($14): The folded pancake with clotted cream inside and rinsed with rose water syrup and powdered pistachio made me feel like Anton Ego when he ate the ratatouille; it made me miss home since it is similar to a dish where i came from. What a truly magnificent dish that i could not describe with words. (5/5) Overall, I love Yasma extremely much. This is totally a recommended place to go to if you are visiting Vancouver from outside town or if you are in downtown. You truly cannot miss this place. Cheers! I hope you find this review helps! P.S. Pro tip from Shadi is that you should mix all the food like gado-gado and they said you would finally feel what heaven is like. Also, the owner of Yasma owns the Dark Table as well!

This restaurant has a wonderful view of the marina and is close to Stanley Park. It has outdoor and indoor seating. We found the staff to be polite and friendly. Loved the dishes they served the food in. The food itself was average. I had the Shish Tawouk, which tasted okay. It could have been seasoned better. Also, I was disappointed that they did not offer rice with it. However, the vegetables offered were tasty. My husband had Fatteh Hummus since he is vegetarian. It was a very filling dish, which was different from anything we had tasted before.

****MUST EAT HERE**** If you're looking for fresh delicious food and great service don't look anywhere else! I have been here for days and finally found a place that I will never forget. The flavors, presentation and service was above and beyond. If you haven't tried this place yet, you're missing out. DELICIOUS

I went with my boyfriend to this restaurant couple weeks ago. The atmosphere and setting is mediocre. We ordered a few appetizers like hummus, salad, dip and two chef tasting menus. The tasting menu is $89 per person. It came with just a few vegetarian appetizers and two small pieces of chicken and lamb. The bill with tips came to $300. I don't think I will go back again.

Wonderful refined flavors of the Levant, a region that includes Syria and Lebanon. The textures, temperature and quality of the food were excellent; very friendly server and staff; located along the end of the sea wall bike path before reaching Stanley Park facing the harbor and marine dock. Freshly baked pita bread, chicken and steak kabobs cooked to the perfect temperature, wonderful fresh fattoush salad and tasty hearty hummus! The flavors all blend well. Recommend! But, WARNING if you have a NUT allergy! We disclosed to our server our high allergy to all nuts. She too understood as she also has a nut allergy. When the special of the day kebab came out, there were large walnuts underneath the meat! My son had already taken a few bites, but luckily he noticed the walnuts in time and our server was very apologetic.

Food is great. One of the best Middle Eastern restaurants I have been to in North America. I visited once with my family and once with my business guests. In both occasions, we had left the establishment very satisfied. There is no laundry list of items in the menu. So, I pretty much tried everything in their menu. I can say that all of them were quite good. The servers (Lebanese lady in the first visit and Russian lady in the second one) were polite and attentive. When visited with my family, my kids liked the puffy bread they served. The server (Lebanese lady) who was very friendly brought one large bread for the kids to take home. Also, I ended up meeting the owner (or co-owner), Mo. He mentioned that they barbecue the meat in charcoal and his barbecue chef is from Middle East. Those explain the taste of their dishes.

Great authentic food , fantastic cocktail menu, and delicious Arak! Will definitely be back

Yasma has the elements of greatness. First the food is really good. Having lived and worked around the Mediterranean for decades I can honestly say meals at Yasma rank with the very best in that part of the world. Second, the staff led by the wonderful Huda is terrific. She always has a friendly greeting, and the service is attentive, efficient and never obtrusive. Meals never fail to be enjoyable. And third, the location along the water rivals Mediterranean harbour view framed by mountains. When we think of going out for a meal Yasma is generally top of mind.

Incredible and authentic Lebanese that leaves you with a refreshed and satisfied feeling when finished.

My friend Raegan and I ate at Yasma on June 14. Raegan said it was the best food she had ever tasted. Rosa helped us select a wine, giving us tasters before we selected a bottle. She explained the menu very well, and we went with a couple of her suggestions and a couple of our own. The Baba Ganoush was unbelievable. Coupled with a Fattoush salad it was an amazing first course. For the main course we split a Shish Tawouk and an Aleppo Kabab (one skewer of each) plus the Fatteh of the day. With unlimited fresh bread, it was an amazing meal. Plus the location (on the patio, with a view of coal harbour, Stanley Park and the north shore mountains) you cannot beat the location. We will definitely be back, and with more friends next time. TIP: arrive by 5 pm, or make a reservation. When we left, the restaurant was packed and there was a line-up outside. Owner Moe Alameddine thanked us both as we were leaving, and welcomed us back next time we visit. The staff were like family. The food was like heaven. I am already planning my next visit to Yasma.

Such a great experience we had it yesterday. We were group of 13 person celebrating B-day one of my friend. So we choose Yasma Restutant for our gathering and our experience was great. I would thank specially the supervisor Razan and the the waiter Pualina they provided great service, and everything went smoothly and correctly.

One of the hidden gems of Vancouver's Coal Harbour neighborhood. Located right across from the water, Yasma offers delicious, authentic Syrian and Lebanese cuisine. The staff is welcoming, super friendly, and Huda, Maria, and Paulina are beautiful. Try the Aleppo kebab, the hummus is the best in the northwest, and their salads are creative and filling. WE LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My beloved and I stumbled upon this wonderful place, and felt so lucky that we ate dinner here. Kudos to Miriam for her excellent service. The dishes we ordered were exquisite. Watching the focus of all the staff on each and every table was as cool as viewing the harbor and nearby ambiance. Planning to make this a destination when next we return.

Our experience was the best. Having recently visited Switzerland and Israel and eaten amazing Mediterranean food Yasma rates near the top. Our lamb,, salad and hummus was so delicious!!

Very good service by the manager. He guided us (newbies in lebanese food) and made good recommendations. I normally do not eat lambs as they have a strong taste and smell, however I was pleasantly surprised by the raw lamb. It was good. The dessert was amazing too ! (We got the fried dessert with cream inside it)

Great food and service plus lovely location and ambiance. Highly recommended. Reasonably priced for the quality

Best view ever , close to ocean with lots of yachts in front. I tried sambousak abd babba ganoush as appetizer and grilled kibbeh n shish tawouk as main course. All tasted good ... i strongly recommended . Only one thing : a constant annoying alarm was ringing .... Apart from , everything was nice

Fantastic middle eastern food, everything is very tasty and authentic. Staff is friendly and warm. Highly recommend it.

Food is decent but horrible customer service. Asked how a dish is prepared and server looked as if we should have known. Menu doesn't tell you much details so we asked and return she was rude and snarky. Very unwelcoming!

One of the problems with dining at Yasma is that all of the other various Mediterranean restaurants you used to enjoy are now going to appear dull. At Yasma, the flavors are bigger, the ingredients fresher, and the ambiance livelier. You will find yourself slowing down to savor each bite. Get a table while you can.

Great environment, food was amazing. Great service. It is a little bit expensive!!!!!