PiDGiN

PiDGiN is a contemporary restaurant at 350 Carrall Street in Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, listed as Recommended in the 2026 Michelin Guide. The kitchen cooks Asian-influenced contemporary dishes, and the signature offering is a menu of Asian-influenced shared plates rather than a single emblematic dish. The name suggests the blending of languages and traditions, and the cooking likewise combines flavours and techniques from different Asian cuisines with local ingredients and a modern presentation. Dishes are intended to be shared, so groups typically order several plates across the table and compare them as the meal progresses. The exact menu changes and should be confirmed with the restaurant. Gastown is Vancouver's oldest neighbourhood, with cobblestone streets, heritage brick buildings and a dense mix of restaurants, bars and shops, and Carrall Street sits on its southern edge near Chinatown and Pioneer Square. The dining room has a contemporary, stylish feel suited to dinners out with friends or a pre-night-out meal, and the noise level is moderate to lively, rising later in the evening. Dress is smart casual. The beverage programme includes cocktails, wine and beer, and the shared-plate format works well with cocktails. A meal costs about CAD 45 to 90 per person, depending on the number of plates and the drinks ordered. Reservations are recommended for dinner, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings, and parties of several people should book ahead. The restaurant's own website lists the current booking method. Gastown is a short walk from Waterfront Station and the Stadium-Chinatown SkyTrain station. The area is busy at night, and a taxi or rideshare is a sensible option for late departures.