So we booked a table at Raw Canvas because it bills itself as a "tapas" restaurant. My husband has a smallish appetite and likes to peck; mine is more substantial. At first glance we loved the place; lots of outsider art on the walls, recycled furniture. A cute waiter with a beard. We didn't fancy painting but maybe some other... More

It was a casual birthday get together at Raw Canvas with my girlfriends that my husband had secretly arranged and surprised me. He bought us a few bottles of wine, a canvas for me to paint on and left us to have a girls night out. The staff were terrific the entire night and everything turned out perfect! The selection... More

The place had a great ambience not unlike what I experienced in New Oeleans. The only thing missing was a small dance floor. People were obviously enjoying themselves very much. There was a mix of ages there- all enjoying the rather intimate decor. There are three tables- two large and one smaller so we sat with others and it was... More

I love this place. I love the shabby chic chairs, wooden benches, nice wine, delicious cheese and meat plates, friendly staff and most of all the fact you can paint. I haven't painted since I was at school and I had no confidence at all. In fact I was expecting to paint a stick man. However, with the encouragement of... More

I'd never heard of Raw Canvas before and had no idea what to expect when my girlfriend invited me to her birthday party she was having there. Great atmosphere, cool helpful staff and Painting? Seriously, Painting! Our server informed us that they have events during the week (I was there on a Friday so unfortunately I didn't get to see... More

I went to Raw Canvas with some friends last Thursday to check out a band, not knowing anything about this place. It was an absolute score of a lounge to chill at for Yaletown. The music was great, we've known the singer for years, but the vibe of the place was just so intoxicating. People painting while people are playing... More

It's drinking and painting. What more can i say? I just want to hug the person that came up with this idea.

I spent a Friday night there with my Uncle and Aunt and cousin who is getting married. I had Organic vodkas and water while everyone else drank "incredible" red wines. We had the meat and cheese plates. Damn good. The hit by far was the grill cheese sandwich, definitely better than ma' ever made. We tried 2 different organic pies... More