The first thing to know about Fanny Bay Oyster Bar is context: a waterfront or coastal backdrop in Vancouver, Canada, matched with the ambitions of a seafood restaurant. The appeal lies in freshness, clean handling and the kitchen's confidence with the catch, with a comparatively accessible price point setting expectations for polish, comfort and service rhythm. Michelin selection gives it a credible place in the dining conversation, even without the expectation or formality of a starred meal.