Earls Test Kitchen Vancouver

    🍽️ Earls Test Kitchen in downtown Vancouver (905 Hornby St) is the innovative flagship where new dishes are launched.

    Guests enjoy favorites like Yuzu Calamari, Aburi Salmon Sushi Press, and Truffle Fries in a modern setting near the Vancouver Art Gallery. With parking at Paramount Place, SkyTrain access, and options for dine-in or takeout, it’s a top spot for creative dining, cocktails, and weekend brunch.

    🌟 Known for Yuzu Calamari, Earls Wings.

    🍽️ Earls Test Kitchen Menu

    See the full Earls Test Kitchen menu in Vancouver, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🍴 Shareable

    Yuzu Calamari

    Crispy squid with jalapeño, fresh cucumber, and a bright yuzu aioli.

    Earls Wings

    Choice of hot or salt & pepper, served with creamy ranch dip.

    Truffle Fries

    Golden fries topped with parmesan and peppercorn, served with white truffle aioli.

    Crispy Chili Tofu

    Lightly fried tofu tossed with sweet chili soy, sriracha aioli, and togarashi spice.

    Szechuan Shrimp + Pork Dumplings

    Steamed dumplings with chili crunch, black vinegar, roasted peanuts, and green onions.

    Warm Spinach + Three Cheese Dip

    Creamy blend of spinach and artichokes, served with toasted ciabatta.

    Yam Fries

    Sweet potato fries paired with garlic aioli.

    Crispy Chicken Tenders

    Hand-breaded panko chicken strips with citrus plum sauce.

    🍣 Sushi + Raw

    Seafood Tower

    An indulgent display of oysters, prawns, ahi tuna tataki, lobster tail, and a spicy California roll with mignonette and cocktail sauce.

    Aburi Salmon Sushi Press

    Torched dashi salmon with jalapeño, pickled ginger, micro cilantro, and unagi glaze.

    Seafood Platter

    A refined mix of oysters, prawns, tuna tataki, lobster tail, and sushi roll accompaniments.

    Wagyu Beef Oshi Press

    Flame-torched wagyu beef finished with jalapeño and truffle soy glaze.

    Prawn Cocktail

    Poached prawns served with zesty cocktail sauce and lemon.

    Oysters on the Half Shell

    Freshly shucked oysters with mignonette, horseradish, and lemon. Available by the dozen, half-dozen, or single.

    Ahi Tuna Tataki

    Lightly seared tuna with avocado purée, pickled mushrooms, and yuzu broth.

    Spicy California Roll

    Yuzu crab with avocado and cucumber wrapped in sesame soy paper, finished with sriracha aioli.

    🥗 Salads + Soups

    Cobb Salad

    Fresh greens layered with bacon, avocado, soft-boiled egg, blue cheese, and parmesan vinaigrette.

    Caesar Salad

    Crisp romaine with parmesan, seasoned croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.

    Garden Greens Salad

    Mixed greens with watermelon radish, croutons, and parmesan vinaigrette.

    Grilled Chicken Caesar

    Garlic or Cajun chicken over classic Caesar with artisan bread.

    Earls Famous Clam Chowder

    Rich New England–style chowder with bacon, tomato, and fresh parsley.

    Santa Fe Chicken Salad

    Grilled Cajun chicken with avocado, charred corn, beans, feta, and peanut-lime vinaigrette.

    🥬 Plant-Based

    Vegan Hunan Kung Pao

    Wok-seared vegetables with ginger soy, peanuts, and jasmine rice. Choose spice from 1–6 peppers.

    Vegan Kale + Mushroom Pizza

    Caramelized onion, sautéed mushrooms, vegan cheese, and crispy kale on a plant-based crust.

    Vegan Crispy Chili Tofu

    Fried tofu tossed in sweet chili soy, topped with sriracha aioli and togarashi.

    Vegan Garden Burger

    100% plant-based patty with fresh toppings on a vegan bun.

    🍜 Noodles + Bowls

    Truffle Tortellini

    Ricotta and spinach tortellini in black truffle cream with seasonal vegetables and parmesan.

    Korean Beef Bibimbap

    Thinly sliced beef with kimchi, mushrooms, crispy rice, soft egg, and gochujang sauce.

    Chicken Hunan Kung Pao

    Chicken with wok-seared vegetables, chow mein noodles, peanuts, and ginger soy. Spice level customizable.

    Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

    Garlic cream tossed with fettuccine, parmesan, and your choice of Cajun or grilled chicken.

    Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl

    Sushi rice topped with ahi tuna, avocado, mango, macadamia nuts, seaweed salad, and dashi mayo.

    🍕 Pizzas

    Queen Bee Pizza

    Spicy capicola, chorizo, hot honey, fresh basil, and Fior di Latte mozzarella on tomato sauce.

    Kale + Mushroom Pizza

    Crispy kale, caramelized onion, sautéed mushrooms, and mozzarella.

    Margherita Pizza

    A classic with Fior di Latte mozzarella, fresh basil, tomato sauce, and parmesan.

    🍔 Handhelds

    (All handhelds served with French fries. Yam or truffle fries, soup, or salad available as a substitute.)

    Nashville Crispy Chicken Sandwich

    Hot fried chicken thigh with lemon slaw, honey mustard aioli, and pickles on a toasted brioche bun.

    Garden Burger

    Plant-based patty with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, mayo, and mustard on a brioche bun.

    Bigger Better Burger

    Classic ground chuck patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, mayo, and mustard.

    Deluxe Burger

    Juicy chuck patty topped with cheddar, bacon, caramelized onion aioli, lettuce, and tomato.

    🍖 Mains

    BBQ Ribs + Cajun Chicken

    Smoky braised ribs with Cajun chicken breast, coleslaw, warm potato salad, and kale oil.

    Oven-Roasted Salmon

    Fresh salmon with seasonal vegetables and jasmine rice. Choose feta caper aioli or Cajun blackened.

    Cajun Blackened Chicken

    Spiced chicken breast with confit garlic butter, potato salad, bacon, and coleslaw.

    BBQ Back Ribs

    Tender braised pork ribs with warm potato salad, bacon, and creamy coleslaw.

    🥩 Steaks

    (All steaks aged 45 days for tenderness, served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables unless otherwise noted.)

    6 oz Prime Sirloin

    Classic cut grilled to perfection.

    6 oz Filet Mignon

    Lean, tender filet with exceptional flavour.

    12 oz Prime Striploin

    Juicy, well-marbled cut for steak lovers.

    Cajun Blackened Steak

    Sirloin chargrilled with Cajun seasoning, paired with garlic mash and vegetables.

    Surf + Turf

    Choice of filet or striploin with sautéed prawns and seasonal vegetables.

    Steak + Truffle Tortellini

    Chargrilled sirloin paired with creamy truffle tortellini and fresh basil.

    Steak + Sushi

    Sirloin served tataki-style with ponzu and your choice of sushi roll.

    Steak Frites

    Sirloin with French fries, horseradish cream, and a side of greens.

    Peppercorn Steak

    Sirloin topped with peppercorn sauce, served with mash and vegetables.

    Black Truffle Butter Steak

    Sirloin finished with rich black truffle butter.

    🌮 Tacos

    Carne Asada Tacos

    Grilled sirloin with avocado, charred corn, pickled onion, cabbage, and chipotle crema.

    Baja Fish Tacos

    Crispy Pacific cod with pineapple-jalapeño salsa, smashed avocado, cabbage, and crema.

    Pollo Asado Tacos

    Grilled chicken with avocado, charred corn, cabbage, pickled onions, feta, and crema.

    🍰 Desserts

    Caramelized Vanilla Cheesecake

    Basque-style cheesecake topped with almond florentine, berries, honey, and Chantilly cream.

    Pumpkin Pie

    Spiced and sweet with Chantilly cream.

    White Chocolate Crème Brûlée

    Silky custard with caramelized white chocolate and fresh berries.

    Sticky Toffee Chocolate Pudding

    Warm toffee cake with chocolate, almond florentine, berries, and vanilla ice cream.

    🍸 Cocktails

    Earls Old Fashioned

    Maker’s Mark bourbon with demerara sugar and bitters. Option to upgrade with Angel’s Envy bourbon.

    Strawberry Guava Slush

    Captain Morgan rum blended with strawberry, guava, and fresh lemon.

    White Peach Whiskey Sour

    Maker’s Mark bourbon, Licor 43, peach, lemon, egg white, and bitters.

    Mojito

    Classic rum, mint, and lime refresher. Choose lime or raspberry.

    Moscow Mule

    Smirnoff vodka with ginger and lime, served in the iconic copper mug.

    White or Red Sangria

    Fruity blend of wine, liqueur, and fresh fruit.

    Aperol Spritz

    Aperol with prosecco and soda for a bubbly Italian-style cocktail.

    Earls Signature Caesar

    Smirnoff vodka, clamato, and house spice blend.

    🍹 Margaritas

    Guava Margarita

    Tequila with Aperol, guava, pomegranate, and fresh lime.

    Mango Smokeshow Margarita

    Mezcal and tequila shaken with mango and smoky pepper.

    Don Julio Margarita

    Premium margarita with Don Julio blanco and Cointreau, available lime, strawberry, or raspberry.

    Frozen Margarita

    Tequila, triple sec, and lime blended into a refreshing slush. Flavours: lime or guava.

    Earls Margarita

    A house favorite with tequila, triple sec, and lime — also available strawberry or raspberry.

    Crystal Margarita

    Maestro Dobel cristalino tequila with dry curaçao, lime, and black salt.

    Coconut Mango Margarita

    Tequila with tropical coconut, mango, lime, and basil.

    🍸 Martinis

    Hugo Lemon Drop Martini

    Grey Goose vodka, St. Germain, mint, and fresh lemon.

    Tequila Espresso Martini

    Reposado tequila with Licor 43, Kahlua, and cold brew coffee.

    Nitro Espresso Martini

    Vodka, Kahlua, and cold brew, poured creamy and smooth.

    Passion Fruit Martini

    Vodka, Licor 43, Campari, passion fruit, and lime.

    Lychee Tini

    Vodka with lychee liqueur, elderflower, hibiscus, and lime.

    🥂 For the Table

    Aperol Spritz Tower

    Prosecco and Aperol served tower-style. Serves 4 or 8.

    Prosecco Punch

    Grand Marnier, white peach, fresh herbs, and prosecco. Serves 4–8.

    🍷 Wine

    White & Rosé

    Rombauer Vineyards Chardonnay (US)

    Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc (NZ)

    Castel Firmian Pinot Grigio (IT)

    Unsworth Vineyards Pinot Gris (BC)

    Caves d’Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé (FR)

    Red

    Como Loco Tempranillo (ES)

    Quails’ Gate Pinot Noir (BC)

    Duckhorn Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon (US)

    Black Hills Nota Bene (BC)

    Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon (US)

    Sparkling

    Veuve Clicquot Brut (FR)

    Dom Pérignon Vintage Brut (FR)

    Villa Marchesi Prosecco (IT)

    Laurent-Perrier Rosé (FR)

    🍺 Beer & Cider

    Draft

    Stella Artois (BE)

    Rhino Lager & Hazy Pale Ale (BC)

    Driftwood Fat Tug IPA (BC)

    Guinness Stout (IR)

    Stanley Park Sunsetter Peach Wheat Ale (BC)

    Bottles & Cans

    Heineken

    Corona

    Budweiser & Bud Light

    Coors Light

    Left Field Little Dry Cider

    Lonetree Cider

    🥤 Zero Proof

    Strawberry Hibiscus Mule

    refreshing and lightly spiced with ginger.

    Shaken Coconut Cold Brew

    creamy cold brew with coconut.

    Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade

    fruity with fresh lemon and bitters.

    Italian Spritz

    passion fruit, orange, and soda with herbal bitters.

    Coconut Mango Cooler

    Seedlip Spice with mango, basil, and lime.

    Picante Margarita (Zero-Proof)

    Seedlip spirits with smoky pepper and lime.

    Non-Alcoholic Beer Options

    Guinness 0, Corona Cero, Athletic Run Wild IPA.

    🥞 Brunch Menu

    (Weekends + Holidays until 2PM)

    Classic Benedict

    Poached eggs and Virginia ham on sourdough with hollandaise.

    Avocado Benedict

    Poached eggs with creamy avocado on sourdough, finished with hollandaise.

    Prawn Benedict

    Poached eggs with prawns and avocado on sourdough, topped with hollandaise.

    Guava Pineapple Pancake

    Tropical pancake with guava purée, pineapple, candied macadamia nuts, and Chantilly cream.

    Tomato + Feta Shakshuka

    Oven-baked eggs in tomato and red pepper sauce with garlic toast, feta, and chipotle oil.

    Earls Breakfast

    Sunny side eggs with bacon, sourdough toast, potato pavé, and garden greens.

    Chorizo Hash

    Poached eggs over chipotle chili, crispy potato pavé, red onions, and feta.

    Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

    Scrambled eggs with cheddar, avocado, crema, and potato pavé.

    🍹 Happy Hour Menu

    (3–6 PM & 9 PM–Close, Lounge + Patio Only)

    Drinks

    Half-price Rascal Red & White Wine (8 oz)

    $3 off Corona & Stella Artois

    Half-price Moscow Mule, Aperol Spritz, Old Fashioned, Prosecco Punch, and Highball Crushes

    $3 off Rhino Draft beers

    Half-price Sangria (red or white)

    Half-price Picante Margarita (including zero-proof)

    $5 Cheekies mini cocktails

    $3 off Red Bull

    Food

    Bigger Better Burger (Happy Hour exclusive)

    Single Baja Fish Taco

    Charred Corn + Avocado Dip

    French Fries or Truffle Fries

    Crispy Chili Tofu

    Szechuan Shrimp + Pork Dumplings

    Oysters on the Half Shell

    Margherita Pizza

    Nashville Crispy Chicken + Pickle Skewers

    Aburi Salmon Sushi Press

    Crispy Ribs (BBQ or Salt & Pepper)

    Earls Test Kitchen Menu Prices

    🍽 Casual

    ❌ Closed Now
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    Monday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
    Tuesday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
    Wednesday 11:00 am – 1:00 am
    Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
    Friday 11:00 am – 1:00 am
    Saturday 10:00 am – 1:00 am
    Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am

    ⭐ Earls Test Kitchen Favourites

    Yuzu Calamari

    Crispy squid with jalapeño and cucumber, served with a tangy yuzu aioli.

    Earls Wings

    Choice of hot or salt & pepper style, paired with creamy ranch dip.

    Truffle Fries

    Golden fries with parmesan and peppercorn, finished with white truffle aioli.

    Crispy Chili Tofu

    Lightly fried tofu tossed in sweet chili soy, topped with sriracha aioli and togarashi spice.

    Szechuan Shrimp + Pork Dumplings

    Dumplings served with chili crunch, black vinegar, roasted peanuts, and scallions.

    Aburi Salmon Sushi Press

    Flame-torched salmon on pressed rice, with pickled ginger, micro cilantro, and unagi glaze.

    Wagyu Beef Oshi Press

    Torched wagyu beef layered over rice, finished with truffle soy glaze and jalapeño.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Contemporary test kitchen concept where new dishes are launched and refined.

    Stylish yet casual atmosphere with lounge, bar, and formal dining areas.

    Known for creative dishes, inventive cocktails, and weekend brunch.

    A mix of vibrant energy and polished service that appeals to both business and social dining.

    🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

    Primary parking at Paramount Place / Advanced Parking Lot #9166 near the entrance.

    Additional parking available at 900 Burrard St public garage and limited nearby street parking.

    Transit friendly: a short walk from Vancouver City Centre and Burrard SkyTrain stations.

    Venue is wheelchair accessible with barrier-free entry.

    📍 Landmarks & Location

    Address: 905 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1V3

    Close to the Vancouver Art Gallery, Pacific Centre Mall, and the Law Courts.

    Situated in the heart of downtown, steps from theatres, shops, and cultural venues.

    📱 Ordering Options

    Dine-in service available daily with full menu.

    Takeout available by phone order.

    Private dining and events hosted with flexible layouts and tailored menus.

    💬 Customer Feedback

    Guests highlight excellent service, lively atmosphere, and consistently good food.

    Praised for its innovative menu as the “testing ground” for new Earls creations.

    Popular for after-work drinks, weekend brunch, and group dining.

    Average ratings around 4/5, with frequent mentions of standout sushi, cocktails, and shareables.