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Yasma: Upscale Syrian and Lebanese Cooking in Coal Harbour
Yasma is an upscale Syrian and Lebanese restaurant at 550 Denman Street in Coal Harbour. It began in late 2020 as a takeout pop-up run out of Kitsilano's Dark Table, then opened its own dining room in 2022.
Yasma won Gold for Best Middle Eastern at the 2023 Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, Bronze in 2025 and Silver in 2026. Here's what to order.
About Yasma
The team has spent much of their lives in the Levant, and they cook with imported spices and halal meat butchered in house. Many dishes are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free.
Service is warm, the room fills with celebrations, and on weekends an oud player sometimes performs. A tasting menu is available alongside à la carte.
The Menu
How It Works
Share mezze, then order kebabs or the tasting menu.
What to Order
- Fried kibbeh: house-ground halal lamb in a crisp shell with yogurt sauce, a dish that takes more than a day to make.
- Aleppo lamb and chicken kebabs: charcoal-grilled.
- Mezze: dips and small plates to share.
- Tasting menu: a multi-course tour of the kitchen.
Dietary Needs
Levantine menus have many vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. Watch for sesame (tahini), nuts and dairy.
Atmosphere and Dining Experience
A lively, elegant room with a patio.
- Best for: celebrations and groups
- Price: moderate to upscale
- Format: dinner, tasting menu, takeout
- Good to know: reservations recommended; halal meats
Location: Coal Harbour / West End, Vancouver
Yasma is at 550 Denman Street, Vancouver, BC, near Coal Harbour.
Hours of Operation
Yasma opens for dinner several nights a week. Check current hours before you go.
Reservations
- Reservations are recommended.
Price Range
Yasma is moderate to upscale.
Awards and Recognition
- Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, Best Middle Eastern: Gold 2023, Bronze 2025, Silver 2026
Contact Information
- Address: 550 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3H1
- Phone: 604-566-0493
- Neighbourhood: Coal Harbour / West End, Vancouver
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food does Yasma serve?
Syrian and Lebanese.
Is Yasma halal?
Its meats are halal and butchered in house.
Where is Yasma?
550 Denman Street, Coal Harbour.
What should I order?
Fried kibbeh and the Aleppo kebabs.
Does Yasma have a tasting menu?
Yes.
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