A visit to Ray’s should feel as easy as sliding into your seat. We’re the warm Yaletown spot at 1131 Mainland Street, made for the way people gather, from a slow lunch to a late-night out. Booking ahead or wandering in after work, either way we’ve got quick answers to keep your visit smooth from day to dark.
This blog includes how to book a table, tips for planning a group, patio details, dietary needs, our hours, and a handful of menu favourites worth ordering.
How You Can Book a Table With Us
Booking takes a minute. Reserve online through our reservations page, or call us if you’d rather talk through the details. Both get you a table waiting when you arrive.
Walk-ins are always welcome. Feeling spontaneous? Come by, and we’ll seat you when there’s room, though a quick booking saves you the wait on busy nights. Midday lunch stays relaxed. Happy hour fills up, so arriving a touch early helps. Dinner gets liveliest on weekends, so booking ahead is the smart move.
What We Suggest for Large Group Reservations
Bigger tables are some of our favourite bookings. For groups, reserve at least a few days ahead, and give us more notice for weekend celebrations. That gives us time to set up the right space and make your table comfortable.
Ray’s works for casual gatherings and celebrations alike: a birthday, a work send-off, a get-together with friends. Groups fit across day, dinner, and dark, so pick the window that suits your crowd.
A few details help us get it right. Share your final head count and arrival time so we hold the correct table. Let us know the occasion, any seating preference, and dietary notes for the group. For larger tables, pre-ordering a few share plates or mains keeps service moving and gets food out faster.
Does Ray’s Have a Patio?
Yes. Our Yaletown patio sits right on Mainland Street, one of the best people-watching stretches in the neighbourhood. It’s a relaxed spot to catch the afternoon sun or settle in as the evening cools.
Sunny afternoons and warm evenings are the times to grab a seat outside, and the patio has become a favourite for happy hour and date night. If the weather’s good, ask about a patio table when you book.
How We Handle Dietary Needs and Requests
We want everyone at the table to eat well. Our menu covers common allergies and preferences, and the kitchen does its best to work around what you need. Vegetarian dishes and lighter share plates give you plenty to choose from without feeling limited.
The simplest step is telling your server before you order. Mention any allergies or preferences, and we’ll point you toward the right choices. Have a look at our full menu ahead of time to plan your order.
Our Hours: Day, Dinner & Dark
We open for lunch, carry through dinner, and stay on for late-night service, so there’s a good time to visit whatever your plans. Happy hour lands between lunch and dinner with wallet-friendly bites and drinks worth showing up for. More specifically, our happy hour runs from 2 PM to 5 PM and then from 10 PM until closing time.
Weekdays suit a quiet lunch or an unhurried happy hour. Weekends bring more energy through dinner and into the night. For current day-by-day hours and happy hour timing, check our website before you head over.
What’s Good on the Menu Right Now
Wondering what to order? Start with our craveable favourites. Our burgers come golden and juicy, the kind you think about the next day, and the handmade pastas are rich and comforting.
Share plates are made for the table, so order a few and pass them around. Pair them with a cocktail from the bar or one of our happy hour staples. Browse our menu highlights to build a meal that suits your mood.
Finding Us and Getting Here
You’ll find us at 1131 Mainland Street in the heart of Yaletown, Vancouver. There’s paid street parking nearby, plus a few parkades within a short walk.
Transit is simple too. The Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station sits a few blocks away, so hopping over from most of the city is quick. From the station it’s a short, flat walk along Mainland Street, and Google Maps will point you straight to our door.
