Person kneading dough on a floured surface with hands covered in flour
The word 'violeté' written in cursive with a cream color.

(vee-o-let-eh)

At its heart, Violeté is a reminder that the best meals are those shared with family, friends, and community.

the experience

Rooted in European tradition and shaped by the seasons of British Columbia, Violeté is a warm, romantic neighbourhood restaurant on Commercial Drive, designed for long dinners, quiet conversations, and meals meant to be shared.

Interior of a cozy restaurant with a table set for four, featuring wine glasses, bottles, and cutlery, near large window with outdoor view.

From house-made pasta and forno-fired pizza to seasonal vegetables and thoughtfully sourced meats and seafood, our cooking balances comfort and refinement.
Our drink program features a selection of Italian, Spanish, and British Columbia wines as well as a cocktail list sure to have you sipping through the night.

our menus

A bowl of yellow tortellini pasta with herbs and sauce, garnished with greens, served with mushrooms and caramelized onions.
Dish with scallops, vegetables, herbs, and edible flower petals on a plate, surrounded by wine glasses and other plates of food on a dinner table.
A plate of food with a bread roll and a serving of carbonara butter on a wooden table.
Branzino fish served with a lemon half on a white oval platter, surrounded by various side dishes, including scallops, radishes, housemade sourdough bread, and agnolotti

gather and
celebrate

Violeté is ideal for intimate dinners, date nights, and evenings with close friends.

For groups of 2–4, our tables are perfectly arranged to encourage conversation and sharing.

For larger gatherings — birthdays, anniversaries, or business dinners, our space can flex to accommodate up to 20 guests comfortably in our Salotto area, keeping the relaxed, unhurried vibe intact.

Two women are toasting with glasses of white and red wine at a dinner table, smiling and enjoying a meal with various dishes in front of them.

Our sister businesses

Cozy restaurant exterior with a colorful wall mural, including the word 'HAVANA' with a sunrise design, hanging wicker lamps, a wooden bench with gray cushions, pillows, a wooden table, and a potted fern plant.

HAVANA

Havana Vancouver is vibrant and energetic Latin inspired restaurant, filled with the sounds of friends connecting and storytelling, all set to a lively playlist.

Interior of a stylish bar, the flamingo room with warm lighting, hanging woven lamps, potted plants, a bar counter on the left, and various tables and seating arrangements including orange curved booths and black-and-white patterned chairs.

THE FLAMINGO ROOM

The Flamingo Room is a Miami-inspired venue in Vancouver’s all-embracing Commercial Drive community, an eclectic neighbourhood watering hole meets live stage.

Belgard Kitchen, a lively restaurant with wooden tables, chairs, and wine barrels hanging on the wall, filled with people dining and talking. Warm lighting and a cozy atmosphere.

BELGARD KITCHEN

Inspired by fresh ingredients and local producers, Belgard Kitchen explores + highlights Canadian ingredients from east to west while taking influence from techniques across the globe.

Vancouver urban winery Interior of a restaurant with wooden tables set for dining, wine bottles, napkins, and glasses, and warm ambient lighting.

VANCOUVER URBAN WINERY

Located two blocks east of Gastown, Vancouver Urban Winery is a one-of-a-kind event venue: atmospheric and warm with exposed Douglas fir beams, floor-to-ceiling barrels, and soaring ceilings.