Being on the West Coast and all, we know a thing or two about seafood. Luckily we have a slew of restaurants serving up the freshest stuff you can get without catching it yourself.

• The Fish Counter

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  This restaurant/shop caters to the Main Street community with seafood that's fresh, healthy, and sustainably-sourced. The perfectly battered halibut has earned rave reviews.

• Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar

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  Consistently awarded Best Seafood Restaurant in Vancouver, Blue Water is the city's definitive destination for dishes of the deep waters. Their Raw Bar emits a true Japanese culinary experience.

• Pajo's

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  A local fish and chips chain, this joint has the best locations, from on the dock in Steveston to on the water in Coquitlam. Grab a cone of fish and fries; enjoy!

• Tojo's

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  Inspired by Japan and rooted in the Pacific Northwest, Owner/Chef Hidekazu Tojo draws an faithful following of Vancouver locals and celebrities with his fresh, local, and seasonal seafood cuisine.

• Steveston Seafood House

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  Richmond's best seafood restaurant is located at the centre of Canada's largest fishing port. Diners can enjoy fresh oysters every night for $1 a piece.

• C Restaurant

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  One of the most original and exciting seafood restaurants in the nation, C is the founding restaurant in the Vancouver Aquarium's Ocean Wise Program, exhibiting their devotion to the environment.

• Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House

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  The legendary Joe Fortes draws international attention with its San Francisco styled seafood grill. With their horseshoe oyster bar and roof garden, the restaurant itself is as iconic as their menu.

• Landmark Hot Pot House

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  Vancouver's original Hong Kong style hot pot restaurant is well-known of their flavourful seafood dishes and generous platters.

• The Sandbar

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  Right in the heart of Granville Island, this Sequoia Company establishment is a top destination for dinner and dancing. Dine on fresh fish and enjoy some live music any day of the week.

• YEW Seafood + Bar

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  Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, YEW delivers delicious coastal cuisine, wonderful wines, creative cocktails, and an inviting, chic atmosphere.