Gotham Steakhouse and Cocktail Bar

Tender Steaks and Stiff Drinks in a Swank Setting

Seen right: Gotham's dramatic entrance hints at what lies within.
Photos by Bruce Law.

Exceeding expectations has become de rigueur at this opulent American style steakhouse, which again took Gold Medal honours at Vancouver magazine’s 20th Annual Restaurant Awards. The judges deemed Gotham “the top spot to cut into a serious slab of Canadian Prime beef ” and praised them for “the city’s tastiest filet mignon, broiled to a perfect Chicago (or Pittsburgh) sear.” Brazen crimson walls are decorated with sweeping murals and stunning original artwork that stretches all the way to the dizzyingly high ceilings. Sumptuous private rooms, an exclusive garden patio and a lively cocktail lounge provide the ultimate backdrop for visiting celebrities and steak lovers alike. It’s like a carnival for carnivores, and nobody does it better.

While the room is opulent, the steaks are the stars of the show. The choicest cuts of 28 day aged Canadian Prime are always cooked perfectly in a massive double broiler that sears both sides at a whopping 1300° for maximum flavour. Choose from a mouthwatering array of sumptuous cuts like the porterhouse, New York strip, filet mignon, prime rib and the rib steak, lauded by connoisseurs for its luscious marbling.

Other standouts include double cut lamb and pork chops, herb roasted chicken, blackened ahi tuna and jumbo lobster tail. “Our menu is very self-explanatory and our plates are never overly ‘fussed’ with,” explains General Manager Christopher Langridge. “We focus on quality and simplicity, leaving the guest to design their meal exactly the way they want it.” A plethora of generous sides like fresh asparagus, creamed spinach or the lyonnaise potatoes, which are sliced thin and sautéed with caramelized onion, are tantalizing accompaniments to the entrées.

Full menu is also available in the piano lounge, featuring live music 6 nights a week. Stuffed wingback chairs and plush velvet booths provide a comfortable environment to soak in the sights. “The music never overpowers the ambiance,” explains Christopher. “But having someone tinkle the ivories of a grand piano does help to elevate the experience.” Outside, a large fireplace and lush greenery makes a spot on the Gotham patio a prime piece of urban real estate. Professional servers clad in crisp white coats offer informed, professional service. “We love what we do,” smiles Christopher, “and we have a lovely space to do it in.”

Menu Highlights

APPETIZERS

Black and Blue Ahi Tuna

Sauteed Garlic Shrimp

Beefsteak tomato, Red Onion and Blue Cheese Salad

Fried Calamari

Oysters Rockefeller

ENTRÉES

Bone-in Rib Steak

New York Strip

Porterhouse Steak

Filet and Lobster

Double-cut Pork Chop

Roasted Stuffed Half Chicken

Cajun-style Ahi Tuna

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef

SIDES

Creamed Corn

Steakhouse French Fries

Lyonnaise Potatoes

Fresh Asparagus

Sauteed Spiced Mushrooms

Grilled Beefsteak Tomatoes

DESSERT

Belgian Chocolate Bourbon Cake

Lemon Meringue Pie

Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee

Best of the Cellar

Featuring over 400 labels from around the Globe

WHITE WINES

Mer Soleil ‘Silver’ Chardonnay 2006, California
Poet’s Leap Riesling 2005, Washington
Hendry ‘Hendry Ranch’ Rosi 2006, California

RED WINES

Black Hills ‘Nota Bene’ 2006, Okanagan
Woodward Canyon ‘Old Vines’ 2004, Washington
Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir 2004, California
Viader 2004, California
Cliff Lede ‘Poetry’ 2003, California
Langmeil ‘The Freedom’ Shiraz 2004, Australia
Nicolas Catena ‘Zapata’ 2005, Argentina
Tenuta Sette Ponti ‘Oreno’ 2005, Italy

Pictured above: Porterhouse Steak; Beefsteak tomato and red onion salad with crumbled blue cheese and vinaigrette dressing; sautéed baby beets; thick cut, beer battered onion rings.

GOTHAM STEAKHOUSE AND COCKTAIL BAR
615 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
604-605-8282

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