WILD BLUE RESTAURANT + COCKTAIL BAR NAMED ONE OF NORTH AMERICA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS
- Whistler Restaurant Earns Prestigious Recognition, Ranking No.47 on the 2026 List -
WHISTLER, BC (May 28, 2026) – Wild Blue Restaurant + Cocktail Bar has been named one of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants, ranking No.47 on the 2026 list announced this evening at a live awards ceremony in New Orleans.
The recognition places Wild Blue among North America’s leading dining destinations and marks a major milestone for the Whistler restaurant, which has quickly established itself as the benchmark for fine dining in British Columbia since opening in 2022.
Hosted at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, the second edition of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants brought together chefs, restaurateurs, media, and culinary leaders from across the region to celebrate some of its most exceptional dining experiences.
Known for its Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine, sustainable seafood, premium steaks, raw bar, award-winning wine program, and elevated yet warm hospitality, Wild Blue has earned national and international recognition since opening, including being named Best Whistler Restaurant at the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, No. 2 Best New Restaurant in Canada by Air Canada enRoute, and Best New Restaurant in North America by the World Culinary Awards.
“To be recognized among North America’s 50 Best Restaurants is an incredible honour for our entire team,” said Neil Henderson, Partner and Restaurant Director of Wild Blue. “This recognition reflects the passion, consistency, and care our team brings to every guest, every night. We’re proud to represent Whistler – and Canada – on this stage.”
“For us, it has always been about building something that reflects both place and people,” said Alex Chen, Partner and Chef. “To see Wild Blue included on this list, alongside so many respected restaurants across the region, is deeply meaningful. It speaks to the strength of our team and the experience we are creating here in Whistler.”
Faye Huggett, Director of Community for 50 Best, says: “The second edition of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants celebrates the extraordinary diversity, creativity and excellence that define the region’s dining scene. From pioneering dining institutions to bold new voices, the list reflects the depth and dynamism of North America’s rich culinary landscape. We’re proud to honor these exceptional restaurants along with the individuals and teams who bring them to life.”
The list of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants was revealed as part of a live countdown from No. 50 to No. 1. The ranking is complemented by a host of special awards and reflects the very best restaurant experiences around the region, collated from the votes of 300 anonymous experts. This voting panel – North America’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy – comprises a balanced mix of chefs, restaurateurs, food/restaurant journalists, and gourmets, led by a group of industry-leading Academy Chairs.
Located in the heart of Whistler Village, Wild Blue Restaurant + Cocktail Bar continues to define the resort’s modern dining scene while drawing attention to Whistler as a destination for world-class culinary experiences.
For additional information on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants, visit https://www.theworlds50best.com/northamerica.
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