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1. 49th Parallel Coffee
The coffee here is really interesting, and definitely complex. It has a personality of its own, waiting for you to get to know it. (Raymond's right about drinking it black).
No really though, it totally reminds of the best coffee I ever had in Naples,…More »
2. Cafe Zucchero
Stopped here for coffee before the Yelp Elite event this evening!
This is one solid coffee shop. Really smooth espresso. Their vanilla in their lattes was nice, vanilla-y, and a little buttery, if might say so myself. The owner is really passionate…More »
3. Caffè Artigiano
Burnaby, BC V5C 2J7
(604) 915-7200
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Burnaby Heights
I'm glad they opened up a Caffe Artigiano near me. The coffee is roasted to perfection and their vanilla latte's (my usual) are delcious! I'll always have a soft spot in my heart for Caffe Artigiano since they were the first to put a night little…More »
4. Spanish Banks
I can imagine this place is gorgeous on a hot summer day! But it's also amazingly beautiful on a sunny (but somewhat chilly) autumn morning! And a lot quieter! It's an awesome place to go with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and take a walk with…More »
5. Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
North Vancouver, BC V7J 3G3
(604) 990-3755
If I meet any tourist who is planning on going to Capilano Suspension Bridge (CSB) , I just get this immediate urge to persuade them to come to Lynn Valley Suspension (LVS) instead and save their $30 or whatever it cost these days to cross the…More »
6. Mt Seymour
I finally went snowshoeing and it was a lot of fun. Our guide, Kristen, was very knowledgeable about the woods and explaining the history of it. The area is quite beautiful. They do group rates if you have 10 or more people, or you can do a drop…More »
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7/7/2009
So maybe not the greatest, or most exciting mountain, but Mt. Seymour is great for snowtubing and… Read more »
7. Pajo's Fish & Chips
Richmond, BC V7E 2Z1
(604) 272-1588
Categories:
Seafood,
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Steveston
I love the fact that they give you a free meal on your birthday! What a great way to celebrate my 25th--a large fish and chips and a diet pepsi. LOL But the halibut and chips IS pretty awesome...
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7/31/2009
Good fish and chips, very crispy, and they serve fries from fresh potatoes. I had the halibut and… Read more »
8. La Taqueria
Delicious!
I love that you can watch them make it!
I love that people are actually speaking Spanish inside.
I love that all they sell are Mexican beverages for drink options.
I love their big selection of tacos.
I love that it is adequately spiced.
I…More »
9. Nando's Chicken
North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H7
(604) 990-1530
Categories:
Barbeque,
Portuguese
Neighbourhood: Central Lonsdale
This Nando's location is the best I've been to. Maybe the one in Metrotown can rival it a little, but the lack of its own seating and what not works against it so North Van wins!
I love this Nando's. It's the first one I ever went to in 1998 I…More »
10. Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Kind of ironic when a "Food Nutrition Health" van is parked at a fried chicken establishment. The chicken here wasn't too bad but they didn't have breast meat. They did have the option of spicy or non spicy. We had spicy. The crispy coating was…More »
11. Au Petit Cafe
Vancouver, BC V5V 3R9
(604) 873-3328
Categories:
Vietnamese,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
This totally would be a 5 star review except for.... (read further)
This was my second time coming here and I got the shredded chicken and shredded vietnamese pork sub on French roll (I shared with someone!). It was one of the best sandwiches I have…More »
12. Linda's Urban Spa
Vancouver, BC V6J 1G5
(604) 736-0030
Categories:
Nail Salons,
Hair Removal
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Went to get some work done... It was alright. Quick, to the point, not sure about painless.
I think for the west end, this is a good option for cheap beauty services. Even with the VIP membership though, it's a little more pricey than what I pay in…More »
13. Kitsilano Nails
Vancouver, BC V6K 1R3
(604) 676-9651
Categories:
Hair Removal,
Nail Salons
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I just randomly went into this place when I realized that my toe nails were looking horrendous after it's been a month since my last pedicure. They did a good job and it was $31.50 before tip for a spa pedicure. Also they have free parking in the…More »
14. Briers
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M9
(604) 730-0379
Categories:
Jewellery,
Accessories
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
This store is great! They have the neatest things and I could spend hours in here just looking at everything. Well maybe not HOURS.... but they have lovely unique necklaces made by local designers, which I love looking at, even if I can't afford it.…More »
15. Metropolis At Metrotown
Burnaby, BC V5H 4N2
(604) 438-4710
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Metrotown
It gets 4 stars only when it's not crowded... which is usually only on weekdays either earlier in the morning or quite late before closing. And definitely not during the holidays.
It gets 4 stars for sort of being a one-stop shop. You can get your…More »
16. Banshee Clothing
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y2
(604) 254-7240
Categories:
Accessories,
Arts & Crafts,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I love reasonably priced boutiques with cute clothing and jewelry! Banshee is included in that generalization. They had some adorable items for good prices, but what put it over the top was the 40% off rack (4th star). They had some cute things on…More »
17. Virgin Mary's
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2
(604) 844-7848
Categories:
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Rats! I totally thought i found a hidden gem!
But this store has so many fun fashion concepts vintage and modern vintage. And some things a little outrageous, but in a good way. Today they had a 20% off the sale items sale and that got me a…More »
18. Butter Baked Goods
Vancouver, BC V6S 2G2
(604) 221-4333
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Dunbar-Southlands
I think this is definitely one of the best bakeries in Vancouver. I went here for the homemade oreo featured in the 101 things to eat in Vancouver before you die. And the oreo definitely deserves to be on that list. We also shared a pistachio…More »
19. Blue Chip Cookies
Vancouver, BC V6T 2A5
(604) 822-6999
I have to deduct a star because the coffee is not so great.. I had a latte this afternoon and the espresso tastes like cigarettes. :-(
However, their cookies and muffins are still great! And the chocolate cupcakes are awesome too.
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2/16/2009
There is no way these cookies can be good for you, unless you're talking about your soul. These are… Read more »
20. Cupcakes
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
(604) 974-1300
I do love this place, but mainly for it's cuteness. I love the cupcakes and the flavours and everything, but I wish the cupcakes were more moist. As it is, the cupcakes taste really dry after a day or two of taking it home.
Anyway, it's good. And…More »
21. Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries
After all these great reviews in mind, a friend and I headed to Sweet Obsession with high expectations. However, both of us were sorely disappointed. :-( Still frowning, thinking about the experience.
Nothing wrong with the service or anything.
Maybe…More »
22. Jang Mo Jib Korean Restaurant
Delicious hot pot; yummy flavours; and it probably should deserve 4 stars, except that means "yay i'm a fan" and the thing is, I'm not the biggest fan of hot pot in general of any sort. The seafood pancake was awesome though. And the beef BBQ was…More »
23. Fritz European Fry House
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B6
(604) 684-0811
Category:
Fast Food
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
I'm still a fan, but this last time I went, it seemed their fries were quite/overly crispy and much less potato-y in the inside. I like more meat on my taters.
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4/6/2009
This is definitely the best poutine I ever had. The cheese gets perfectly melty with the fries! And… Read more »
24. Vancouver Party Bus
(604) 575-0088
Totally recommend a Vancouver Party Bus for any sort of fun city booze hopping adventure! I could see the stripper pole getting a lot of use from bachelor/ette parties... I wonder if it will come equipped with a proper stripper at an extra cost?
P.S.…More »
25. Pourhouse
Vancouver, BC V6B 1B2
(604) 568-7022
Categories:
Lounges,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Such a classy place and I'm sure though I may have dressed the part, I was probably the least classy person in there (thanks to the strong gin drops from the Elite Event at Chaise Lounge!). However, the server was so kind and was okay with me just…More »
26. Alibi Room
Went back again for the wings! I brought my best friend visiting from France here and her and her bf were really impressed--with the wings and the beer/wine. We tried a sour cherry ale, peach ale, and the dark chocolate porter. I was amazed at how…More »
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5/27/2009
This place is great!
Met here with a bunch of yelpers for a yelping session and i had realized it's… Read more »
27. Gargoyles Bar & Grill
Vancouver, BC V6R 2B1
(604) 733-1159
Categories:
Bars,
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
This place is a great place to get together for some drinks with friends. They have pretty reasonable prices, especially if you go off the daily specials here. And their 4 for $12 shots--who can beat that? The Apple Pie shot is pretty tasty. The…More »
28. Ceilis Irish Pub
Vancouver, BC V6B 1E3
(604) 697-9199
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
This is pretty much the only place I like to come dancing in Vancouver. It has it's good and bad moments. It's got its grungy moments. I've got some awesome memories there. Best part is that there isn't any cover before 9pm. The food isn't too bad.…More »
29. Gallery Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6T 2A5
(604) 822-4508
Neighbourhood: UBC
Karaoke Tuesdays are hilarious! The place to be if you wanna be in a room full of a bunch of drunken 18 -25 year old singing out of tune! So much fun!
The pitchers of Molson Canadian are now $9.50 though.
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5/13/2009 First to Review
The drinks here are pretty cheap and on Tuesdays they have $8 pitchers of Molsons. Sure it's not the… Read more »
30. Panago Pizza
I think Panago has definitely upped its game in the last yeah because I swear it used to be quite mediocre. I mean the free dipping sauces with pizzas were a great touch because other pizzerias caught on and started doing the same. But they were…More »
31. Nat's New York Pizzeria
I was so looking forward to trying this pizza that I saved the numbers of both locations in my phone book so that if I was ever in the area and needed pizza delivery, I knew where to call.
Alas, I had such opportunity and my hopes and dreams were…More »
32. CocoaNymph
Vancouver, BC V6R 2G5
(604) 222-4477
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Point Grey
Mmmmm, seasalt and chocolate?! CocoaNymph has made this my new favorite chocolate flavour/theme! It's delicious! And their truffles are all amazing too. So much freshness! This is the first time I've ever LOVED dark chocolate. Otherwise I've always…More »
33. Chocolaterie de la Nouvelle France
Vancouver, BC V5V 1P8
(604) 566-1065
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Wow yummy chocolates! And the prices aren't too bad either, for being handmade, high quality chocolates! Each square is $1 and truffles are sold by weight for about $1.30 to $1.50 each. They have very typical european flavours such as orange…More »
34. Cassia Cupcakery
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A3
(604) 568-6188
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Such a pity the reviews here are so negative. On the contrary, my experience here was quite nice. They don't charge HST if you order 6 cupcakes or more. I got a dozen mini cupcakes for my sister's birthday. They looked cute and adorable and I…More »
Recently updated lists from Reena M.
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Give a *good* GIft! (34)There are so many cute shops in Vancouver. Here a some places to buy a gift for that special someone (mostly female)! |
My Absolute Vancouver Food Faves (9)These are the dining options I seem to be recommending time and time again (occasion dependent of course), as well as dream about when I'm not there. |
Sip & Grub in Downtown Vancouver (44)Some of the best places to get your solid and liquid nourishment in the core of Vancouver: "Downtown" |
Hola! Bienvenidos a Vancouver! (15)Es dificil para encontrar bien comidas y otra cosas latinas aqui, pero quizas, este lista puede ayudarte.Translation: It is difficult to find good latin american food and other things here, but maybe this list can help you. |
Get y'er drank on! (50)Where I go to get my drink on in order of "Of course, why do you even ask?" to "Meh, no thanks. I'd rather stay home and knit." |
Na'cho mama's nachos! (12)Yummy nachos! Or meh... Check out my list to find where you should go to dip your chip! |
Pain au Chocolat (7)My favorite of all French pastries. And that's saying a lot! |
Latte? Capuccino? Americano? Machiatto? (45)Best places to get them, and not resort to Starbucks. |
Tourism Vancouver (31)In no particular order, where I would take out-of-town guests to wholly experience (in my opinion, of course) "Vancouver" or what it's known for. Of course, probably not all of these places in one trip, and some depend on the season/weather. |
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Yelping SinceJanuary 2009
Things I Lovedim sum, italian food, mexican food, italian espresso, loose leaf tea, bubble tea, food science, chocolate, wine, beer, baking, homemade desserts, farms, food-related travels, travelling off the beaten path, independently-run restaurants, growing my own food.
Find Me Inmy well-stocked kitchen baking up some goodies
My HometownUmatilla, Oregon
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm trying to earn a degree of some sort
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI write how I experience. Super excited ones mean the place inspired me.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadSecret Daughter
My First ConcertNelly Furtado
My Last Meal On EarthMom's style/Gujarati style Okra fry with roti
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I stole my grandmother's nightie for myself because it was so comfy!
Most Recent DiscoveryPisco sours! (how to make them)
Current CrushOrange. Tomorrow it will be Grape. The day after, Cream Soda.