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The green salad was absolutely amazing and one of the best salads I’ve ever gotten, the drink I got was lovely and worth the expensive price tag.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWtcSU5ql-NYZq_vI45VgDsInYumAa200ISNVS9TeCsr8As2Xif6Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5},{"date":"2 months ago","name":"Ellen Choi","text":"I often visit because they have happy hour on weekends, and the atmosphere is great with delicious food.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW8eYhRb47uQyQ7QO9r2xpbz1E7_8PQihNrXUHUr-O9jDiVRik=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5},{"date":"2 months ago","name":"Celina","text":"I had a few meals here during my stay at the EXchange Hotel and all were delicious! The restaurant is beautiful with a very pleasant atmosphere. The service was really great and able to accommodate our large group with very short notice.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVM-3tmCeENVX72kcIRZSjGspGsBd41Dh6EQ7dgRivSYvHFrbM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4","rating":5},{"date":"Dined on June 14, 2026","name":"Maiko","text":"The atmosphere is fantastic—high ceilings and an open, airy vibe. Everything we ordered was delicious. The steak was incredibly tender and better than most steakhouses. The fried zucchini and eggplant were perfectly crispy, and the pita plate with smoked salmon and masago dips was a refreshing change from the usual. Everything hit the spot. I’ll definitely be coming back!","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Dined on June 5, 2026","name":"Philip Gold","text":"Roger gave us amazing service. The food was delicious and the happy hour was great as well.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Dined on June 8, 2026","name":"Irene","text":"Great food and service . Food was what I expected with Amazing service Must return","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Dined on June 14, 2026","name":"Alex Gold","text":"Incredible meal, really enjoyed it. Easy to have a gluten free meal for us Celiacs","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Recently","name":"OpenTable Diner","text":"Incredible atmosphere with high ceilings and an open vibe, and the food was top quality. 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Reserve a table at https://www.opentable.ca/r/hydra-estiatorio-mediterranean-the-exchange-hotel-vancouver."},{"question":"How can I contact Hydra Estiatorio?","answer":"You can visit http://www.hydravancouver.com/."},{"question":"Who is the chef at Hydra Estiatorio?","answer":"Mark Greenfield, Culinary Director, leads the kitchen. Mark Greenfield is the Culinary Director with Executive Hotels."},{"question":"What weekly events or specials does Hydra Estiatorio offer?","answer":"Hydra Estiatorio runs the following weekly events: Happy Hour (3pm-6pm & 9pm-late), California Ripe Olives Tasting Dinner (Oct 15–Dec 1, 2025)."},{"question":"Does Hydra Estiatorio have dietary options?","answer":"Hydra Estiatorio offers 4 vegan menu items."},{"question":"How can I order from Hydra Estiatorio?","answer":"Order directly from the menu at https://service.scan2dine.io/p/N1Vp2SYPsA69. Guests dining in can also scan the table QR code to order."},{"question":"What's the average rating of Hydra Estiatorio?","answer":"Hydra Estiatorio has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Google, from 1583 reviews."}],"last_updated":"2026-07-09T18:21:19.217Z"}