
SUYO Modern Peruvian
Vancouver's first modern Peruvian restaurant, offering a vibrant atmosphere, innovative dishes, and creative cocktails.

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SUYO Modern Peruvian

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Vancouver's first modern Peruvian restaurant, offering a vibrant atmosphere, innovative dishes, and creative cocktails.
"An exceptional dining experience with incredible food, amazing cocktails, and top-notch service."
Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially for special events or tasting menus to ensure your spot.
Parking Advice
Arrive early to secure parking, as availability can be limited in the area.

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Cuisine
Modern Peruvian
Price
$$$
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Innovative Peruvian Cuisine
Experience modern Peruvian dishes with global influences, showcasing fresh ingredients and artistry in every bite.

Creative Cocktail Program
Savor unique cocktails with bold flavors, creative combinations, and a compelling story behind each drink.

Tasting Menu Experience
Indulge in a multi-course tasting menu that offers a full culinary journey, meticulously crafted and satisfying.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially for special events or tasting menus to ensure your spot.
Parking Advice
Arrive early to secure parking, as availability can be limited in the area.
Server Recommendations
Ask your server for guidance on food and drinks to tailor your experience.
Off-Peak Visits
Consider visiting during less busy times to enjoy a more relaxed dining atmosphere.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended, especially for special events or tasting menus to ensure your spot.
Parking Advice
Arrive early to secure parking, as availability can be limited in the area.
Server Recommendations
Ask your server for guidance on food and drinks to tailor your experience.
Off-Peak Visits
Consider visiting during less busy times to enjoy a more relaxed dining atmosphere.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
SUYO Modern Peruvian offers an exceptional dining experience with innovative Peruvian cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails. Diners rave about the attention to detail in every dish and drink, the attentive and friendly service, and the cozy atmosphere. While the tasting menu is pricey, many find it worth the cost for the unique culinary journey and high-quality ingredients. Some guests noted that portion sizes could be smaller for the price, and the overall cost may be high for some.
"Absolutely loved this Peruvian restaurant. The atmosphere was warm and inviting with great vibes all around. Every dish and drink had its own unique twist and a story behind it, which made the whole experience even more special. Chef Ricardo truly knows his craft - the food was absolutely delicious. Big shoutout to bartenders Max and Adrian as well, who were not only skilled but super friendly and knowledgeable. If you're looking for a place that combines flavor, culture, and amazing service, this is it!"
Nicole Bralic
"10 out of 10 amazing top notch experience.
The cocktails were perfectly curated. Creative, bold, and well balanced. There's a variety ranging from light to strong so there's something for everybody. The cocktails are designed to reflect on Peruvian culture, history, archeology and ecosystem. I highly recommend trying Ritual, which is made with cows blood, served with a chicken heart along side to represent the animal sacrifices that were offerings to the gods in the Inca rituals. The flavour WILL surprise you. Our bartender explained that cow's blood is sweeter than we might assume and it was elevated with the guava used in the cocktail.
We had the chefs tasting menu, and every course was perfect. The ingredients were incredibly fresh. None of the seafood was fishy. The trout was so soft and flavourful. The sauces paired perfectly with everything
And presentation was beautiful.
The service was really attentive and friendly. Everyone was professional, warm and welcoming. Our bartender was fantastic. He's clearly been doing this for a long time because watching him make drinks felt like watching an artist at work. He was great at making friendly banter and engaging conversation, while also giving me and my friend lots space to dine and converse. He made conversation with me while I was alone when my friend was in the washroom so I thought that was nice! Thank you!
TLDR;
Fantastic cocktails, food made to perfection, service is best in the city.
Second time here and it has been very consistent with my first visit. I would never stop recommending this place."
Cindy Lo
"From the service to the food, absolutely everything was amazing. Got seats at the bar and it was such an entertaining experience. The attention to details from the bartenders and waiters were more than what I expected. Everyone was friendly and made our time even more fun. The food deserves a rating of 100+/10. Every bite was full of flavors. I need more reasons to come back. A huge thank you to everyone at the restaurant for making our anniversary dinner a very special one."
Jean Huynh
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Frequently Asked Questions
SUYO is Vancouver's first modern Peruvian restaurant, known for its innovative dishes blending Peruvian traditions with global influences and a creative cocktail program.
Yes, the tasting menu offers a comprehensive culinary journey with meticulously crafted dishes, though it is on the pricier side. Many reviewers highlight it as a standout experience.
The tasting menu is available in a fully vegan option, and the regular menu can likely accommodate some dietary needs. It's best to inquire directly.
The restaurant offers a cozy yet lively atmosphere, with a colorful cocktail bar and intimate seating.
The cocktails are highly praised for their creativity, bold flavors, and unique stories, with award-winning bar managers curating the program.
Parking can be limited, so it's advised to arrive early or consider alternative transportation.
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Several industry aces joined forces to open this restaurant in 2022, and it’s already seen its fair share of accolades since (e.g. Vancouver Magazine’s Best New Restaurant and MICHELIN Guide Recommended). Peru’s strong, global influences mean that in dining here, you’ll get a taste of several cuisines, including Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and Spanish. Discover them in plates like the Hamachi Tiraditos (with avocado mousse and leche de tigre) or the Arroz Con Pato (with duck breast, cilantro beer rice, and pickled shallots).
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Opened in the summer of 2022, this modern Peruvian restaurant has been an exceptional addition to Vancouver’s ever-evolving culinary scene, and it’s already received considerable attention for its innovative menu. Start with the ceviche clasico at this 49-seat restaurant, which features Haida Gwaii halibut bathed in leche de tigre and topped with red onion and cilantro. For a twist on a Peruvian staple that hailed from the country’s Chinese community, sample their take on the lomo saltado, a beef stir-fry.
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On February 14 enjoy Menu Del Amor, a one-night-only tasting menu by Chef Ricardo Valverde to celebrate the Peruvian Dia Del Amor Y La Amistad (day of love and friendship). Across the eight courses you can expect a flavourful ceviche amoroso, veel cheek tacos, matcha macarons and a chocolate, passion fruit and ice cream combo among many others. Price: $249 not including drinks or gratuityReservations available for early (5:00pm, 5:15 pm and 5:30pm) and late (7:30pm, 8:00pm and 8:30) seatings.
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The name Suyo is derived from a South American Indigenous word that means homeland, to honour Chef Ricardo Valverde’s family and country of birth. The award-winning Michelin-approved 50 seat restaurant first opened its doors in 2022, overlooking the hustle and bustle of Vancouver’s Main Street. Skip inside the popular Peruvian upscale eatery and you’ll find a colourful cocktail bar with tucked in stools and intimate seating around the walls, window and back dining room.
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A veteran team of Vancouver restaurant folks have joined forces to open an exciting new modern Peruvian restaurant in Mount Pleasant called Suyo. The restaurant is moving into the space that was once the diner operation Slickity Jim's. On the menu will be popular Peruvian eats, including ceviches, tiraditos (seafood crudo), causas (layered potato casserole), and anticuchos (grilled beef heart kebabs).
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Why You Need To Go: SUYO is the restaurant equivalent of your tall, hot friend, who's secretly a W.O.W dork and can somehow make sweatpants "fashion". The food at SUYO is elevated, refined, and gorgeous — but nothing about it feels forced or overly precious. The menu is so unique it justifies the price, but the execution is so effortless, it manages to stay disarming and inviting.
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Opening at the end of August: a new upscale wine and cocktail bar, serving modern Peruvian fare. Taking over the Main Street Slickity Jim’s suite, Suyo Chef/Partner Ricardo Valverde has designed a seafood-forward menu as well as classic meat, potato, and vegetable dishes that pay homage to Inca dishes and classic Peruvian cuisine. Follow them on Instagram for updates!
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It’s menu features a fusion of traditional Peruvian dishes and innovative culinary creations, using fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. From their ceviche and tiraditos to their lomo saltado and causa, every dish at SUYO is crafted with precision and artistry, delivering a delightful exploration of Peruvian culinary delights. Address: 3475 Main Street
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SUYO is a modern Peruvian restaurant with a mission to make you feel like you’ve been invited into the owner’s home and taken on a journey of cocktails, vibrant South American wines and the flavours of Peru – with a modern twist. If that doesn’t give hot-date-night vibes, we don’t know what does. Cost | $$ Where | 3475 Main Street Website | IG
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Step into a world where the flavors of four continents come together. That's the charm of SUYO Modern Peruvian. Located on Main Street in Vancouver, this inviting restaurant offers diners a journey of altitude cocktails, South American wines, and the unique tastes of Peru, all with a modern twist.
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