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Best After Dinner Places to Lounge
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1. The Refinery
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M1
(604) 687-8001
Categories:
Wine Bars,
Tapas Bars,
Modern European
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
I remember the Refinery fondly as the "Sugar Refinery." For those of you young 'uns on yelp--ask the bartender about those days. it was ultra-hip and cool and well, fun...from what I can remember. Yes, those were the days (sigh).
But not unlike the…More »
2. Libra Room Café
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y4
(604) 255-3787
I always forget to make a reso., and you can't do so upon your arrival. (Fair enough).
So, you start out, standing at the back, almost in the kitchen, and you gradually make your way forward as people leave, which isn't as bad as it sounds.
The place…More »
3. Boneta Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A5
(604) 684-1844
This is the type of place that makes me proud of this city!
Still pretty awesome, even if only for post-dinner, post-Bourdain drinks. The place was packed on a Sat. night at 10 pm, and it had a warm, fun atmosphere. It seems to have livened up in its…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/14/2011
This was once my favourite restaurant in Vancouver. I hadn't been back for a year, and guess… Read more »
4. Keg Yaletown
Vancouver, BC V6B 5P9
(604) 633-2534
Category:
Steakhouses
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
The patio is the best part about this Keg in the summer, so when the summer is over it's not exactly a top pick.
The food is average. Usually better to go with the fattening appetizers which are always tasty.
The fireplaces are welcoming on a cold…More »
5. The Diamond
Vancouver, BC V6A 1E7
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Sounds good in theory. Packed establishment, great view and music and that's where it ends.
Way too bright to be called a "bar." Wine list is okay; food is certainly nothing to write home about. In fact, the appeal behind the food here is baffling.…More »
6. Society Dining Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6B 6K3
(604) 629-8800
Categories:
Diners,
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I am surprised this place is still around, except that it must have a following, and it's a nice alternative to the Es, Cs, and Ms of Yt.
The food is okay in a cheesy but fun, dimly-lit atmosphere. Mac and Cheese balls were a highlight, actually.…More »
7. The Ascot Lounge
When you enter the Ascot Lounge you are reminded of your grandmother's parlour circa 1940-1950 but with a twist. Chandeliers decorate the ceiling. A taxidermist has done some wonderful work in the form of a a deer head that hangs on the wall. And…More »
8. Uva Wine Bar
Vancouver, BC V6B 2L9
(604) 632-9560
I forgot how great this place was, even if it's attached to a hotel. Not the best pinot grigio or pinot gris here, but awesome pours/tasters do the trick. Around $11 a glass.
The washrooms are a bit far from the bar since it is attached to the hotel.…More »
9. Keefer Bar
I only go for the drinks but the I love the space. It's romantic and the closest thing that I've experienced in Vancouver to a LES NY bar.
We didn't feel too old, and because we were there early, we had a decent space. My only regret in writing this…More »
10. The Cascade Room
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E6
(604) 709-8650
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Pubs
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Delicious salads, seafood and pasta. Actually, the salad was a definitive highlight with the fresh greens, shaved cheese and walnuts.
Such fresh, sophisticated food in a casual, welcoming place.
Sitting by the open windows on a beautiful sunny evening…More »
11. The Tiki Bar
Vancouver, BC V5L 1S4
(604) 253-7141
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
This place is so much fun! We loved the retro music and the djs digging their vinyl. There were no Ed Hardy shirt wearing dudes here, but we did see one ripped guy in shades. (Well, whatever).
We quickly found a cute little table in the perfect spot.…More »
12. Salt Tasting Room
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4
(604) 633-1912
Categories:
Wine Bars,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I've been coming to this place since it first opened, and every now and then I return. At first, they had the "Blood Alley" grungy-cool-vibe thing covered, but with so many areas (Hastings Sunrise perhaps) becoming gentrified, it's not really a big…More »
13. Cento Notti
Vancouver, BC V6B 1R2
(604) 642-0557
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I had brunch here after a night at Opus. The $40 food credit was included in my package, which was actually a pretty decent deal.
Ordered: lobster/crab Benedict; hollandaise on side. Side potatoes included.
Drink: latte/coffee/ juice (not fresh…More »
14. Steamworks Brewing Company
Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6
(604) 689-2739
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
This is actually a great place for a group party as you can book a room.
The wine is terrible (by the glass) so seriously, don't even bother, but in my case since I don't drink beer or hard alcohol any longer, I didn't have much of a choice.
The…More »
15. The New Oxford
Excellent service--if you get there two hours before the game.
Best nachos in the city. Always packed.
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/1/2011
My tastes must really be going downhill; maybe it's the influence of all of these top reviews for… Read more »
16. FUSE - at the Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H7
(604) 662-4719
Categories:
Art Galleries,
Nightlife
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I agree with the visitor from SJ. It was a big rip off. Pretty inside, but the art was average and so were the performances. $22.50 a pop, really?
The Getty in LA is FREE and no museum in NY with quality art, (where even Vancouver photographer Jeff…More »
17. Market By Jean-Georges
Wow, this used to be my favourite five star restaurant in Vancouver. In fact, I thought that I'd already reviewed this with a five star. Not anymore!
Went there today. Initially, the service was 5/5 for efficiency. Waitress was certainly not friendly,…More »
18. Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1
(604) 678-8000
Categories:
Canadian (Traditional),
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Finally got my check-in voucher but my friend did not, even though I made a point of emailing (twice) on our behalf.
With this much effort, and the worst frozen-tasting-pizza ever (that was recommended by the waitress) I will not return.
What a…More »
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7/6/2011
Went again last night and sat outside. Weather was perfect and quiet around 930 at night since the… Read more »
19. The Academic Public House
Vancouver, BC V6J 1W9
(604) 733-4141
Categories:
Pubs,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
Wow! Even after a long night of partying after the game, this place is AWFUL.
The poutine ('cuz that's what you order at that hour) tasted like petrol. Not gas, but petrol (if there is a difference). There was dark liquid poured on the fries that…More »
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