Rare Restaurant on Hornby (near Pacific, across from Il Giardino) is incredible. We had the 8 course meal and told the server to just let the chef cook whatever he felt like for us (you can pick from the a la carte menu for your courses if you wish). After the lobster bisque, bison, pheasant, quails eggs and fois gras, triple chocolate dessert and much more we were overwhelmed. Not to mention the personalized menus and exquisite service. There are many good restaurants in Vancouver but Rare easily stands with Lumiere, Bishops, Star Anise and C as one of the best dining experiences I've had here. In fact it was one of the most memorable dinners anywhere. Highly recommended. Dinner for 2 with wine and cocktails = $300 after tax/tip.