🌊 ARC Restaurant at Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver offers a refined yet relaxed West Coast dining experience, featuring locally sourced seasonal ingredients, fresh seafood, premium steaks, and creative cocktails. With stunning harbour views, a rooftop garden, and a vibrant brunch and happy hour scene, ARC is a must-visit for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend indulgence in downtown Vancouver.
Arc menu in Vancouver:
Grains & Light Starts
Wholesome quinoa bowl with kale, roasted squash, crispy chickpeas, ripe avocado, and a drizzle of green goddess dressing. Or try creamy Bircher muesli with oats, chia seeds, almonds, coconut, and hazelnut crumb — fresh, nutritious, and full of texture.
From the Bakery
Freshly baked muffins, buttery or almond croissants, and artisan toasts in a variety of styles. For something heartier, enjoy smoked salmon with cream cheese, onion, capers, and apple-kale salad on a fresh bagel.
Eggs & More
Fluffy omelets or classic Benedicts, each served with tender breakfast potatoes. Choose from smoked salmon, Kasseler ham, or wild mushroom.
Signature Brunch Plates
Indulge in the ooey-gooey skillet with baked croissant, apple compote, and cream cheese icing. Or try pulled pork Benedict with cornbread and rich black garlic hollandaise.
Elevated Classics
Perfectly poached eggs over English muffins with velvety hollandaise, in options like smoked salmon or pork, for a breakfast with a refined twist.
Warm & Welcoming Bites
Soft, pull-apart bread served with rich honey butter — simple, cozy, and perfect for sharing.
Fresh & Bright
Garden greens with snap peas, charred asparagus, mint, and cashew butter, tossed in a zesty lemon-poppy dressing.
Earthy & Indulgent
Bison carpaccio with smoked bone marrow aioli, parmesan, sunchoke chips, pickled mustard seed, and crispy crostini.
Cozy & Comforting
Creamy Pacific chowder brimming with clams, sablefish, scallops, prawns, potatoes, and leeks, served with warm toasted sourdough.
Wagyu Burger
A luxurious stack of wagyu beef, foie gras, onion jam, melted gruyère, fried egg, and bacon on a soft brioche bun.
Sea-to-Table Fresh
Wild Pacific salmon with fennel purée, fingerling potatoes, asparagus, and sauce vierge. Or enjoy Pacific cod with creamed corn and fresh vegetables.
Vegetarian & Vegan Gems
Spinach-ricotta ravioli with sweet peas and roasted walnut. Vegan gnocchi with squash, cashew cream, and asparagus for a plant-based delight.
Herb-Brined Chicken
Tender chicken breast served with creamy cauliflower purée, farro, maitake mushrooms, and tarragon jus.
Comfort Favorites
Creamy mashed potatoes or golden fries — also available with truffle and parmesan.
Fresh & Crisp
Green salad with lemon-poppy vinaigrette or grilled asparagus topped with parmesan and cashew butter.
Hearty Grain
Creamy farro with sofrito and mushrooms for an earthy, satisfying side.
Rooftop to Plate
Many dishes feature herbs and honey from ARC’s own rooftop garden and apiary, adding freshness and a true taste of place.
Apple Galette
A rustic golden tart with caramelized apples, paired with silky burnt-honey ice cream — pure comfort with a refined twist.
Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
Rich Valrhona chocolate in a crisp shell, balanced with refreshing compressed pineapple for a bright, unexpected finish.
Black Pepper Pavlova
Crisp meringue topped with creamy ricotta and fresh Krause Farm strawberries — a delicate, gluten-free indulgence.
Caramelized Milk Chiboust
Airy chiboust cream on a vanilla sablé, adorned with seasonal stone fruit and honeycomb for sweet floral notes.
Nutella S’more Cookie Skillet
Gooey graham cookie base swirled with Nutella, meringue kisses, and hazelnut brownie ice cream — warm, decadent, and irresistible.
Rocky Road Ice Cream Bar
Chocolate-dipped cake layered with vanilla ice cream, marshmallows, and a chocolate-hazelnut coating.
House-Churned Ice Cream & Sorbet Trio
A rotating selection of house-made flavours like Burnt Honey, Blueberry Oat Crumble, Hazelnut Brownie, and Bourbon Peach Sorbet.
Dessert Wines & Port
A curated selection of sweet sips — from late harvest and ice wines to rich Douro ports — perfect for ending on a high note.
Premium Spirits
World-class pours including aged scotches, bourbons, rums, and elegant cognacs like Hennessy XO.
Specialty Coffees
Cozy creations such as Spanish Coffee, Irish Coffee, ARC Honey Toddy, and Monte Cristo — warming classics with a spirited twist.
When: Daily from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with holidays excluded
Oysters & Shareables
Freshly shucked oysters alongside comforting bites like pull-apart bread with honey butter, garlic-chili prawns, and house-made meatballs.
Sip & Savour
A rotating list of local craft beers, crisp wines, and featured cocktails — perfect for an easygoing afternoon.
Elevated Pairings
Combinations like Oysters & Bubbles or Cheese & Charcuterie — ideal for lingering and grazing.
A rotating three-course celebration of British Columbia’s finest, crafted with hyper-local, seasonal ingredients—many from ARC’s own rooftop garden and apiary.
Starter – Grilled Asparagus
Tender stalks dressed in preserved-lemon vinaigrette, paired with roasted radish and fresh baby lettuces—a vibrant ode to spring’s first harvest.
Entrée – Halibut & Clams
Delicate BC halibut and clams bathed in a fragrant cider broth, with bronze fennel, rainbow Swiss chard, and garlic scapes from ARC’s garden—finished with crème fraîche and herb oil for Pacific Northwest purity.
Dessert – Cherry Cobbler
Warm, comforting cherry cobbler with garden-picked blossoms, bee pollen, and a scoop of honey-lavender ice cream—sweet, floral, and pollinator-inspired.
Hand-crafted, playful dishes perfect for little adventurers—each plate thoughtfully simple and satisfying.
Steel-Cut Oats
Creamy and hearty, topped with fresh blueberries and a hint of brown sugar—warm, wholesome, and vegetarian-friendly.
Buttermilk Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes served with bright berry compote and vanilla cream—a sweet morning favorite.
Fresh Fruit Salad
A rainbow of seasonal fruit and berries—fresh, juicy, and vegan-friendly.
Yogurt & Berries
Creamy yogurt layered with seasonal berries—for a light, fruity pick-me-up.
Macaroni Pasta
Classic and cozy—choose between tomato or butter sauce with a sprinkle of parmesan for vegetarian comfort.
Chicken Fingers
Crispy breaded strips paired with fries and plum sauce—a nostalgic childhood favourite.
Mini Beef Sliders
Petite burger bites on brioche buns with cheddar and ketchup, served with fries—for tiny hands and big appetites.
Grilled Cheese + Tomato Soup
Gooey fontina and parmesan grilled sandwich with a warm cup of tomato soup—a classic duo that never disappoints.
Roasted Chicken Breast
Tender roasted chicken with a choice of seasonal vegetables or fries—balanced, simple, and gluten-free.
Roasted Salmon
Mild, flaky salmon served with seasonal vegetables or fries—for a fish dish that’s easy and delicious.
Something Sweet
Assorted Cookies – Two freshly baked treats—always a joyous ending.
Vanilla Ice Cream – A scoop of classic vanilla—cool, creamy, and timeless.
Kids’ Beverages
Refreshing juices (orange, apple, grapefruit, cranberry, pineapple), Shirley Temple, Blackberry Limeade, or Cucumber Pineapple Fizz—bright, fizzy, and fun for sipping.
Mimosa Tasting Flight (“Let’s Get Fizzical”)
A bright and bubbly tasting flight — the perfect start to any brunch.
Jerk Fried Chicken with Funnel Cake
Sweet meets spicy in this indulgent crowd-pleaser.
Apple Caramel Croissant Skillet (Ooey Gooey Skillet)
Warm, gooey, and packed with apple and caramel — a comfort-food must.
Beef Shortrib Poutine
Crispy fries loaded with tender shortrib and melty cheese curds.
Miso-Marinated Sablefish
Tender and flaky with a rich, savory miso glaze.
Smoked Salmon Benedict
A refined twist on a brunch classic, with perfectly poached eggs.
Smashed Avocado Toast
Fresh, vibrant, and satisfying — a lighter brunch favorite.
Braised Pork Cheeks
Slow-cooked to perfection with deep, savory flavor.
Buttermilk Biscuits
Soft, buttery, and irresistible — perfect on their own or as a side.
Bone Marrow with Gruyère & Scrambled Eggs
A decadent brunch indulgence that turns heads at every table.
Roësti with Smoked Salmon & Avocado
Crisp potato base topped with creamy avocado and rich smoked salmon.