Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge is a hidden gem within the lobby of The Westin Grand Hotel in downtown Vancouver. The second level restaurant and lounge is a comfortable space overlooking Library Square and Robson Street. A casual bar with an upscale vibe, that can make everyone comfortable, a group for after-work cocktails, a light bite after a day of travelling or an intimate dinner for two.
On our recent stay in the Harmony Suite at The Westin Grand, Billy (@billyforce) & I had a very enjoyable evening of dinner & cocktails at Hidden. Starting off with a plate of nicely crispy calamari topped with pickled red onions and a refreshing Hidden take on Pimms Cup, “Little Britain” for me and a tart tequila based “Spring Fashion” for Billy.
Even though the bar was fairly busy on a Friday evening, our main courses arrived quite quickly. The hotel’s concierge, Lisa, had recommended the Vanilla Braised Short Ribs, Billy’s choice, a rich and tender portion atop gorgonzola bread pudding and garlic mash. From the quite varied menu, I decided on Proscuitto Wrapped Chicken Breast, a chicken breast stuffed with basil and mozzarella served with herb polenta and vegetables.
We enjoyed both courses and the cocktails, and at $100 for 4 cocktails, appetizer and two entrees we were pleasantly pleased by the prices. Many hotel restaurant lounges end up being overpriced but Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge was quite reasonable, making it a great spot for the non-guest to stop by for breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktails.
Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge is located in The Westin Grand Hotel at 433 Robson Street. Open from 6:30am until midnight (Sun-Thu) or 1am (Fri/Sat). Call 604.647.2521 for reservations.