Chewies Smoke Oyster Kitsilano

We went here for my oldest daughter's birthday dinner in July and the food was delicious. We ate outside on the patio and our server took great care of us.We ordered spicy fried broccoli, fried brussel sprouts, hot wings, two types of oysters, and fries. Although I didn't eat the oysters, my daughter loved them. My 7-year-old liked the fries so much I had to order a second plate. They also made mocktails (which were not on the menu) for her and I which was very kind.

Liked the server, liked the vibe/ atmosphere.. but that was some blandddddd food. Both agreed it was bland. We smothered both meals in hot sauce.

Chewies in Kits — corner Yew 1st — can be seen by oyster lovers as a beacon along the cluster of eateries on the Yew food strip, metaphorically signaling that incredibly fresh expertly sucked oysters are available in abundance. Better still, its Beach Oysters are priced at 1.75 during happy hour, which runs from 5 to 7 weekdays, 3 to 6 pm weekends. Another better still is one could catch gentleman server/bartender/shucker Angus colleague wonder shucker Rich or charismatic witty bartender, Jer on duty when you go in to dine. All of these charming staffers are men of many parts, able to discuss current political issues, which actors are the most inspiring or share delightful pics of their offspring learning skills for the world. Of course, this in the quieter times when they are not super busy making sure all customers are looked after food beverage wise. The friendly kitchen staff under the helm of chef, Mauricio, are also attentive to that mission. I usually have a few oysters an evening but last night my first lot were so fresh tasty, I could not resist another small batch. The attentive charming Angus again taught me further about the terroir of Vancouver Island oysters helping me selects two kinds that revealed different taste profiles, albeit they were not harvested that far away from each other. Thank you. It is reminiscent of places like Burgundy, where small land parcels can vary fairly widely thus in the wine produced, all delicious. Cast one’s eye around one sees other patrons tucking into servings of oysters with delight, as well. Chewies have big useful maps of where its oysters are obtained from, with locales on both the east west coast. What a treat to be served by Angus last night, aided by Rich, as it was by Jer the occasion before. My mother was a great lover of fresh oysters I have inherited that in my DNA. Those who have oyster- loving DNA should be sure to seek out oysters at Chewies. Posted by S Fuller

This was my first visit this place, the atmosphere was like a fine casual dining bar.We tried the dine out menu, which was mostly deep fried dishes for appetizers, I chose Calamari was good. The main I chose seafood stuffed chicken which was huge portion as you can see in pictures. Chicken breast was good moisture, taste great with seafood with it. The dessert I chose coffee crème brûlée, I like the coffee flavour was strong, but the texture was too soft, almost like a custard cream, and no caramel part on top, so bit disappointing. Overall, 3 course for 45$ was pretty reasonable and good ? I’d say 3.5 ish stars.I might come back to try the oyster next time. It looked great at the other table.One thing I’ve noticed the server smelled cigarettes, I didn’t appreciate the smell in restaurant setting. He was very friendly thou.

Date night on Wednesday night. My wife and I went to check out the Dine Out menu. Started with oysters. I like the Fanny Bay (west coast and my wife is a fan of east coast. Good lamb shank. Generous jambalaya.Desserts were mid, crème brûlée and tiramisu. Just lacked a little flavor, but passable. Big strike for how the wine is served. Yes it's house wine at happy hour, but USE A REAL WINE GLASS. Stemless is ok, just not a small heavy water glass filled to the rim. I'm not a wine snob, but the glass really impacts the experience. Ambiance was nice. A bit loud and cozy (tight? and a little dark (it was a winter evening but it's a small venue so not too bad. Service was good as well. Friendly. Would go again, especially for the oysters.