The Wine Bar at Hydra

It is the ground-floor bar of Hydra Estiatorio, set around the dining room's spiral staircase as its own intimate space. The setting suits after-work drinks, date nights and small gatherings.

The full Mediterranean menu, including salt-baked whole fish and lamb chops from the grill, is served in the upstairs dining room. The wine bar downstairs centers on drinks with the restaurant's wine program.

Yes, the venue describes its stylish space as ideal for groups throughout the day and into the evening. It sits in the atrium of the EXchange Tower in downtown Vancouver.