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Book a table online in seconds, or call us for groups of eight or more. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.
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Last edited by Elena Lindqvist and Lea Silva 2 hours ago.
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- Isla NguyenPlanning the perfect birthday dinner – Bread is baked every morning and pasta is rolled by hand in our kitchen. Our sommelier has paired each dish with wines from small family vineyards.
- Liam KimA beginner's guide to getting started – Order for pickup or delivery and enjoy the same dishes at home. Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.
- Nadia HarlowHow we make our sourdough every morning – Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it.
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Isla Nguyen</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Planning the perfect birthday dinner</span> – Bread is baked every morning and pasta is rolled by hand in our kitchen. Our sommelier has paired each dish with wines from small family vineyards.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Liam Kim</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">A beginner's guide to getting started</span> – Order for pickup or delivery and enjoy the same dishes at home. Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Nadia Harlow</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">How we make our sourdough every morning</span> – Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it.</span></li>
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| #PO-9686 | Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are marked clearly on every menu. | $225.94 |
| #ORD-4661 | We measure success by how many guests come back and tell their friends. | $298.62 |
| #ORD-9456 | We have been feeding this neighbourhood for over a decade, and we still love it. | $173.28 |
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">We have been feeding this neighbourhood for over a decade, and we still love it.</td>
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Amara Tanaka replied: Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.just now
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Vegan dishes worth crossing town for: Thousands of guests already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
Jan 8, 2026
Looking back at a busy season: Cooking classes on Saturday mornings teach you our favourite recipes.
Apr 8, 2026
Our chocolate tart, step by step: Children are always welcome, with a menu made just for them.
Jan 12, 2026
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<p class="small text-body-secondary mb-0">Apr 8, 2026</p>
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Arjun Moreau17:45
Private dining rooms seat up to forty guests for birthdays and business dinners. We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.
Chloe Carter07:45
Our menu changes with the seasons and the best produce from nearby farms. Every dish is cooked to order, so tell us if you would like anything changed.
Ravi Kowalski13:00
Children are always welcome, with a menu made just for them. Every dish is cooked to order, so tell us if you would like anything changed.
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Private dining rooms seat up to forty guests for birthdays and business dinners. We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters to you.
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Our menu changes with the seasons and the best produce from nearby farms. Every dish is cooked to order, so tell us if you would like anything changed.
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Children are always welcome, with a menu made just for them. Every dish is cooked to order, so tell us if you would like anything changed.
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Seasonal soup Starters edition
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Burrata with tomatoes Starters edition
$14.00
Chocolate tart Desserts edition
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Our favourite tips for busy weeksWhat is new on our winter menuThree pasta shapes to make at homePlanning the perfect birthday dinner
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<span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Our favourite tips for busy weeks</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">What is new on our winter menu</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Three pasta shapes to make at home</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Planning the perfect birthday dinner</span>
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<span class="navbar-brand mb-0 h6">Lyraia</span>
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Our sommelier has paired each dish with wines from small family vineyards. Cooking classes on Saturday mornings teach you our favourite recipes.
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We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need. We measure success by how many guests come back and tell their friends.
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Our sommelier has paired each dish with wines from small family vineyards. Cooking classes on Saturday mornings teach you our favourite recipes.
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<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Cooking classes Honest idea bright</span></a></li>
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To do
Five wines to pair with a summer dinner
How to choose the right dish
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Five things we learned this year
Meet the farmers behind our menu
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The small habits that make a big difference
Our chef's guide to seasonal autumn produce
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Five things we learned this year
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The small habits that make a big difference
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Our chef's guide to seasonal autumn produce
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<span class="text-body-secondary"><i class="bi bi-truck" aria-hidden="true"></i></span> <span class="text-truncate small">Priya Brennan, 178 Riverside Drive, Vancouver 86807, Canada</span> <a href="#" class="ms-auto small flex-shrink-0">Change</a>
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- The neighbourhood kitchen everyone loves2:51
- A table for every occasion5:11
- Taste the city's favourite kitchen5:53
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Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Our menu changes with the seasons and the best produce from nearby farms.
<span class="d-inline-block text-truncate hp-tt" style="max-width:16rem" tabindex="0" data-ui-toggle="tooltip" data-ui-title="Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Our menu changes with the seasons and the best produce from nearby farms.">Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Our menu changes with the seasons and the best produce from nearby farms.</span>