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Crab Hot Lau
4.5 (37)
CAN$30 and under
Vietnamese
2141 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5N 2T4
About this restaurant
- Good for groups
- Neighborhood gem
- Hot spot
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- Dining styleCasual Dining
- PriceCAN$30 and under
- CuisinesVietnamese, Chinese, Southeast Asian
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Monday Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefChef Cherry Pham
- CateringWe specialize in catering for office lunches, private events, and special occasions. From our signature hotpots to traditional Vietnamese appetizers and family-style dishes, every order is freshly prepared and beautifully packaged for delivery or pickup.
- Private party facilitiesWhile we don't have a private room, group reservations are welcome! We can host birthday parties, family gatherings, or casual celebrations for 20-30 guests in our main dining area.Come and enjoy authentic Vietnamese food in a warm and lively atmosphere!
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodMount Pleasant
- Cross streetNear Kingsway & Victoria Dr.
- Parking detailsPrivate Lot
- Public transitConveniently located along Kingsway, near Victoria Drive.Bus routes #19 and #22 stop just steps away from the restaurant. Free private parking is available behind the building for dine-in and takeout guests.
- AdditionalBanquet, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Reviews
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4.5
4.5
- 4.5Food
- 4.3Service
- 4.0Ambience
- 4.1Value
Noise • Moderate
37 Reviews
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Mark Gold
San Francisco6 reviews
5.0Dined on May 17, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Lina Gold
Vancouver47 reviews
5.0Dined on March 9, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Lina Gold
Vancouver47 reviews
5.0Dined on November 10, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 3
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Mike
Vancouver8 reviews
5.0Dined on May 4, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Desiree Gold
Vancouver8 reviews
5.0Dined on April 12, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Richard Gold
Vancouver401 reviews
5.0Dined on March 26, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Chuck
Las Vegas1 review
5.0Dined on March 23, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Lan
Vancouver3 reviews
5.0Dined on February 17, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kathy
Vancouver1 review
5.0Dined on February 5, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Rebecca Gold
Vancouver36 reviews
4.0Dined on February 2, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- PriceCAN$30 and under
- CuisinesVietnamese, Chinese, Southeast Asian
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Happy Monday Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefChef Cherry Pham
- CateringWe specialize in catering for office lunches, private events, and special occasions. From our signature hotpots to traditional Vietnamese appetizers and family-style dishes, every order is freshly prepared and beautifully packaged for delivery or pickup.
- Private party facilitiesWhile we don't have a private room, group reservations are welcome! We can host birthday parties, family gatherings, or casual celebrations for 20-30 guests in our main dining area.Come and enjoy authentic Vietnamese food in a warm and lively atmosphere!
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodMount Pleasant
- Cross streetNear Kingsway & Victoria Dr.
- Parking detailsPrivate Lot
- Public transitConveniently located along Kingsway, near Victoria Drive.Bus routes #19 and #22 stop just steps away from the restaurant. Free private parking is available behind the building for dine-in and takeout guests.
- AdditionalBanquet, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Featured in
December 2, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Opens South Granville Location in Vancouver
A beloved Vietnamese restaurant opens a Vancouver outpost in South Granville, offering signature dishes such as rice field crab hot pot and square crab spring rolls. The menu emphasizes traditional Northern Vietnamese flavors crafted with fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques.
Published in Daily Hive Vancouver
September 17, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Opens 200-Seat Granville Street Location, Debuts Vietnamese BBQ in Vancouver
Vancouver’s award-winning Crab Hot Lau expands with a 200-seat Granville Street location, introducing an authentic Vietnamese-style BBQ alongside its signature Hai Phong crab hot pot. The soft opening begins September 21, 2025, with a grand opening on September 28, 2025, marking the third Vancouver outpost.
Published in Noms Magazine
July 3, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Expands to UBC with New Campus Outpost
An award-winning Northern Vietnamese restaurant is opening a second location on the UBC campus, bringing its signature crab hot pot and other dishes to students and staff. The outpost will operate under a Smart Franchise model, mirroring the Kingsway menu with a new breakfast service.
Published in Noms Magazine
July 3, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Expands with Second Location at UBC and Plans Downtown Location
Vancouver's Vietnamese restaurant expands with a second location at UBC this month, plus a third site planned on Granville Street in downtown Vancouver. The UBC location will also begin breakfast service from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. starting in September.
Published in Vancouver Magazine
May 5, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Wins Gold in Vancouver Magazine's 2025 Restaurant Awards for Best Vietnamese
Crab Hot Lau repeats as gold winner in Vancouver Magazine's 2025 Restaurant Awards for Best Vietnamese. Judges praise its aromatic bun riêu cua đồng crab ball soup and other crab-forward dishes that have helped define the restaurant's legendary status.
Published in Vancouver Magazine
March 31, 2025
Crab Hot Lau Named Restaurant Awards Finalist in Vancouver's Vietnamese Scene
Crab Hot Lau is featured among Vancouver's top Vietnamese restaurants as a perennial Restaurant Awards finalist on Kingsway. The article highlights a guide to the city's best Vietnamese spots and where to dine for a flavorful crawl.
Published in Vancouver Magazine
May 6, 2024
Crab Hot Lau Wins Gold in Vancouver Magazine's 2024 Best Vietnamese Restaurants
Crab Hot Lau is named the gold winner in Vancouver Magazine's 2024 Best Vietnamese Restaurants. The awards also spotlight Wooden Fish (silver) and Anh and Chi (bronze) for top Vietnamese dining in Vancouver.
Published in Vancouver Magazine
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