Our Purpose
The Shaughnessy Restaurant exists as a gathering place where community, nature, and exceptional dining come together. We are dedicated to creating an inviting atmosphere where guests from all walks of life celebrate milestones, share meals, and create lasting memories. From first birthdays to weddings and anniversaries, we honour life’s meaningful moments with exceptional food and service.
Chris Chatten, owner of Shaughnessy Restaurant, worked tirelessly to see his vision come to fruition at the 1984 grand opening of the then-named Sprinkler’s Restaurant. It was here that the legacy of one of Vancouver's landmark restaurants began it’s journey to become a must-visit dining destination.
Our Vision
Vancouver’s premier destination for family celebrations, weddings, and special events, where exceptional cuisine, heartfelt hospitality, and the beauty of nature come together. We are dedicated to local sourcing, sustainability, and community-building. Through our enduring partnership with VanDusen Botanical Gardens, we connect to nature by incorporating the garden’s own produce, botanicals, and herbs into our menus — creating a dining experience that is as fresh and vibrant as the landscape that surrounds us.
Locally Rooted, Seasonally Inspired
Food tastes better when it has a story. When you know the hands that grew it, the landscape it came from, the season that shaped its flavour. At Shaughnessy, our menu adapts to the changing seasons, alongside familiar dishes that have been enjoyed for years. Each season brings new inspiration from the garden, where ingredients are used at their best and preserved for later. Our Garden-to-Table approach incorporates herbs, flowers, and vegetables harvested directly from VanDusen, alongside produce from trusted local suppliers that prioritize sustainably sourced ingredients.
Here & Now
The beauty of the room, with its airy intimate ambiance, is enhanced by floor-to-ceiling drape swaths. Skylights, white gravels on the walls, natural wood accents and greenery give the feeling of the lush Botanical Garden indoors.
Get closer to nature on the expansive outdoor covered patio, overlooking the landscape of VanDusen Gardens and even catch a glimpse of the North Shore mountains. If you’re looking for a more intimate al fresco affair book our secret garden patio located at the far end of the restaurant and overlooks a quiet part of the garden. It is perfect for smaller events, intimate wedding ceremonies, and harvest table dinners.
We cater to a variety of events throughout the year – wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays, bar/bat Mitzvahs, family reunions, corporate events and meetings, and Christmas parties. Exclusive restaurant bookings are available, and we can accommodate a variety of group sizes up to 250 people.