Since its opening in August 2022, Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar has garnered acclaim, being named #2 Canada’s Best New Restaurant in enRoute / Air Canada Magazine and #4 Best New Restaurant and securing an overall #66 ranking on Canada's 100 Best List for 2023. Vancouver Magazine dubbed it “The Most Important Whistler Restaurant Opening in a Decade”, while Condé Nast Traveler recognized it as “The Hot Table to Book in Whistler”.
Wild Blue Restaurant + Bar is a distinguished Whistler fine-dining establishment that is devoted to Pacific Northwest cuisine, sustainable seafood, and locally-sourced ingredients. It is led by an exceptional team of partners: Neil Henderson, an award-winning Restaurant Director; Chef Alex Chen, celebrated Iron Chef and recipient of Chef of the Year accolades by Vancouver Magazine; and Jack Evrensel, a distinguished member of the Restaurant Hall of Fame, who also founded and previously operated Toptable Group. Executive Chef, Derek Bendig, adds his extensive experience and a classic French and European culinary touch to the culinary artistry of Wild Blue.