Water St. Café
Water St. Café is an Italian restaurant on the second floor of a historic building in Gastown in downtown Vancouver. It serves fresh Italian dishes and pasta made daily in-house, along with seafood from Canada's West Coast and a selection of local wines and cocktails.
The building dates to 1906 when it served as the Edward Hotel and remains part of Vancouver's story. The café opened in 1988 and has operated for over 30 years as a destination for fresh pasta and Italian food.
The name comes from its location on Water Street in Gastown, a historic neighborhood with cobblestone streets that preserve the feeling of old Vancouver. The place is woven into local life as a gathering spot where people share meals and time together in a relaxed setting.
It is best to make a reservation ahead of time, especially on weekends and evenings, as the restaurant fills up quickly. The location on the second floor of a historic building on Water Street is easy to find, though access should be checked if you have mobility concerns.
The restaurant hosts a special crab festival in spring that highlights local seafood from British Columbia prepared in different ways on the menu. This seasonal event draws seafood lovers and showcases the place's connection to regional ingredients and community celebrations.
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