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Welcome to Straight & Marrow

At "Straight & Marrow," located on Powell Street in Vancouver, culinary artistry meets cozy charm. This intimate dining experience celebrates thoughtful, innovative dishes, such as the Beef Brisket Salsa Verde Risotto and the adventurous Korean Beef Heart Tartare. The menu blends diverse flavors, offering delights like Scallop Mac & Cheese and unique desserts like the Sweet Corn Panna Cotta. Diners praise the attentive yet unobtrusive service, fostering a relaxed atmosphere perfect for sharing plates and enjoying craft cocktails. Each visit feels personal, with the friendly staff treating guests like family. Here, every bite is a celebration of taste and creativity.

Straight & Marrow: Reviews & Ratings

Jennie Silk
Jennie Silk

The food is thoughtful, beautiful and most importantly, delicious. The room is cozy, and the service is friendly. Share plates and fun cocktails.

Ann C
Ann C

Really cozy and relaxing vibe here. The food is great with a good blend of flavors. I'd love to have slightly bigger portions, but only for some of the dishes (the others were of the right size). The thing I appreciated was how they gave us our own space and time to talk while still checking up on us. Great experience overall.

wang yongji
wang yongji

The staff were nice and friendly here. We, 2 adults and 2 kids, ordered five dishes and one dessert for sharing. Food was delicious with some exotic elements in it. Korean Beef Heart Tartare tasted yummy and the presentation of food was pretty. Shrimp Toast had green papaya salad which was fresh and tasted so good. My favorite was Beef Brisket, oh my goodness, it was so tasty and mouth watering. I shall recommend this restaurant to my friends.

Brock Aura
Brock Aura

It’s a small, but great place for good food and drinks. The atmosphere is casual, but the food has amazing flavour and is thoughtfully constructed and presented. We shared the octopus, squid, bone marrow, gnocchi, pork belly and after eight dessert and everything was spot on. To add to the evening, we were seated right beside the kitchen and were able to see all of the dishes being put together. I would absolutely go back to try the rest of the menu and I hope that they continue to add new dishes and try new concepts. If you want to go out for a drink before or after your food, head to one of the breweries nearby or go get some cocktails fr Odd Society Spirits.

Adam
Adam

The food is just flat out amazing. We tried out almost all the dishes and everyone was unique and so full of different flavors. I honestly enjoyed every bite. But I must also mention the drinks...unique doesn't seem enough of a description. Read the ingredient list and you honestly won't have a clue what it will taste like which is an amazing experience. The host greets everyone like friend which puts everyone as ease. Different tables strike up conversions because you all just want to share the amazing experience. I enjoyed my meal and will definitely be going back soon.

Lily Yve
Lily Yve

We have been going since this hidden gem opened up. Time to write a review. We love all the dishes, unique, beautiful presentation, and tasty. Great cocktails! Amazing staff! We always want to go back.

Pauline H
Pauline H

Straight & Marrow is an absolute gem of a restaurant. We came here for a special date night and each dish and cocktail we tried was delicious and unique. We ordered seven dishes (including dessert) between two people and left very satisfied. The escargot toast and bone marrow were our favourites. The service and ambiance were great as well. We're already looking forward to coming back and trying the rest of the menu.

Annie Lee
Annie Lee

I’m surprised at how under the radar Straight & Marrow is! They have a small, well-curated menu and each dish is beautifully presented and executed. We got the escargot toast, the soft shell crab, the bone marrow and the duck breast. Make sure you get the brandy luge with the bone marrow - so fun! We were also very impressed with all the cocktails and the service was impeccable.

Location

Welcome to the culinary haven of Straight & Marrow, located at 1869 Powell St, Vancouver, BC. This delightful restaurant invites you to explore a medley of flavors that elegantly marry simplicity with sophistication. With a commitment to thoughtful dishes and a cozy atmosphere, Straight & Marrow has quickly made a name for itself in the vibrant Vancouver dining scene.

From the moment you step inside, you’ll experience a warm and inviting vibe, enhanced by friendly service. The restaurant's emphasis on shareable plates encourages a communal dining experience that ignites conversation and connection among guests. Patrons rave about the carefully curated menu, which seamlessly blends familiar comfort with exotic innovation.

  • Highlight Dishes:
    • Shrimp Toast: A harmonious blend of green papaya and vadouvan curry, garnished with black sesame, creating an unforgettable taste experience.
    • Korean Beef Heart Tartare: Accompanied by rice crisp, nori purée, pickled daikon, and a cured egg yolk, this dish exemplifies the creativity at the heart of Straight & Marrow.
    • Bone Marrow: Topped with pickled shiitake, porcini dust, and chicken cracklin’, this rich and savory offering is a true indulgence.
    • Beef Brisket: Paired with salsa verde risotto and lime crème fraîche, its mouthwatering presentation will entice you to come back for more.

Customer reviews reflect a deep appreciation for the well-executed dishes that are both beautiful and delicious. One guest noted the intimate space, where “the food is thoughtful, beautiful, and most importantly, delicious.” Another remarked on the “great blend of flavors” present in each plate, reinforcing the conscious effort put into every aspect of the meal.

Equally noteworthy are the restaurant’s inventive cocktails, which add another layer to the memorable dining experience. As one enthusiastic patron pointed out, the drinks are “unique enough that you won't have a clue what to expect” — a testament to the restaurant’s adventurous spirit.

As evening turns to night, the ambiance of Straight & Marrow transforms into a casual yet polished setting where you can enjoy the artistry that comes from the kitchen, often visible through an open view. With a rotating menu featuring both classics and daring new dishes, every visit promises new flavors to discover.

Whether you’re an adventurous diner seeking your next gastronomic delight or simply looking for a cozy spot to unwind, Straight & Marrow stands ready to delight your palate and your soul. Make sure to visit this enchanting establishment and embark on a flavor-filled journey that you won't soon forget.

For reservations or inquiries, call +1 604-251-4813. Your table awaits!