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1. Babylon Café
Since we're going with the thanks - I want to thank both Kath R and Marc D for pointing me in the direction of Babylon!
A musical diddy dedicated to delicious chicken shawarma.
[insert music icons here] Oh chicken, chicken - you filled my tummy so…More »
2. Miko Sushi Japanese Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6E 1C6
(604) 681-0339
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
How lunch time sneaks up on me, I don't know. But I found myself ravished and craving some sushi time. I rocked up to the (sushi) bar and quickly ordered a bento box.
I was pleasantly surprised with the toro for sure! It did melt in my mouth (said…More »
3. Sushi Mart
Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7
(604) 687-2422
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: West End
You don't expect to order first, sit at a long communal table second and get a free miso soup third, but that's exactly what you get. (it may not be proper English I'm using, but I speaketh the truth!)
Modern, clean and bright with Wild Salmon being…More »
4. The Whip Restaurant Gallery
Vancouver, BC V5T 1J7
(604) 874-4687
Categories:
Bars,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
This was my first time to the Whip. I loved the atmosphere. At first, I was a little worried that it was so quiet at 9 on a Saturday night. By 10 it was slammed! It got loud--but not so loud that we had to scream at each other. (My pet peeve is…More »
5. Kam's Place - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5
(604) 669-3389
Categories:
Singaporean,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
I mourn the because-the-rent-is-too-high loss of one of my favourite West End owners, Kam. The restaurant is under new ownership and Kam is off looking for a new place to set up roots.
But while the new management has made an entirely new menu of…More »
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2/9/2009
My favorite, walk to place for take away. The owner knows everyone - or at the very least, makes you… Read more »
6. The Fountainhead Pub
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5
(604) 687-2222
Categories:
Pubs,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: West End
three and a half stars..It's an average type of bar, a little sticky with a covered patio and heaters - so it's open all year round. And to prove it, they've mounted the tables to the concrete.
If it weren't for the masses of screens to watch hockey…More »
7. Aphrodite's Organic Café and Pie Shop
Vancouver, BC V6R 1N8
(604) 733-8308
Category:
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Even though this place charges a little more than what I'm usually willing to pay for things like pie ($7.50 a slice!) I think it's well worth it - organic and scrumptious all the way!
Their 3 course dinners might look expensive when you view them a…More »
8. Trixi's Crepe & Coffeehaus
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W5
(604) 709-6181
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Creperies
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
It would be hard not to have a soft spot for a coffee shop where the server (maybe the owner?) comes over and takes your order...
The overstuffed chairs in the back made me want to curl up and read, but alas, this was not the time! I watched as my…More »
9. Tomato Fresh Food Café - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W6
(604) 874-6020
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I'm a raving fan! I remember how star struck I was when a movie called Saving Silverman was filmed at their old Cambie location. I liked their Cambie location but love their Kits one better. Parking is easier (especially with all of the Cambie…More »
10. Don Guacamole's
Vancouver, BC V6E 1C6
(604) 569-2295
Categories:
Mexican,
Latin American
Neighbourhood: West End
Ole! I say! An authentic Mexican restaurant on Robson Street? No way! With big screen TVs broadcasting Fox World Sports (looked like soccer to me) and tune-age reminiscent of a tequila sunrise, I knew I was in for a treat.
If your name is Guacamole,…More »
11. Six Acres
Lots of beer to choose from. And a drink special on Czech beer on a Friday night, yields no complaints from me!
The space is small and laid back. The windows would likely be fogged up if the door didn't open so often (probably a welcome relief in the…More »
12. The Naam
Oh how you've rescued me so many a late night! With fist-fulls of sesame fries, cheese curds and miso gravy.
I could not survive without you by my side. All of those drunken stupors where you've let me nap on your wooden tables and, with a watchful…More »
13. The Templeton
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L4
(604) 685-4612
Categories:
Diners,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
Good place for comfort food.
It was late-ish night time and it was quiet inside. I like the decor, the juke box and, most of all, the french fries.
I had a grilled veggie (zucchini + eggplant) and cheese open face sandwich on foccacia. The veggies…More »
14. Caffe Barney
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E4
(604) 568-0426
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Brunch at Barney's didn't disappoint! Just beating the lunch rush, I settled into a table (they're tightly packed) and very easily discerned what I wanted off of the menu- a Commando Benny.
Perfect choice! The hollandaise was spot on; finally a benny…More »
15. El Taco
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B6
(604) 806-0300
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
This is heaven sent. Rushing around over lunch time, a grumbling stomach, I popping into a little piece of tacky Mexico for some sustenance.
I ordered a chicken burrito to go. While I waited I sipped on a horchata which was perfectly cinnamon…More »
16. The Legendary Noodle House
Over the past year, I've given Legendary Noodle a few chances to wow me. Their pea shoots, still delicious. Their xiao bao long, respectable. But even the sauciest sauce lover out there (ah hem, that's me I'm referring to) can't help but say WTF when…More »
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4/14/2009
Fatten, roll, smooth, cut, smack, smack, smack. I was in awe watching my noodles come to life. So… Read more »
17. The Irish Heather
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2
(604) 688-9779
Categories:
Irish,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Shabeen Room, Whiskey Wall,
Nights of drinking games...it has it all.
Oh, bring me your naysayers
Who say "The Heather has changed"
And I'll waltz right past the Heather's bar
Shabeen on my brain
Escaping out back
You'll hear lots of sounds
While your frown…More »
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4/7/2009
A shed a little tear for the move, I admit it. But it's only because of all of my fond memories tied… Read more »
18. Narrow Lounge
Standing upstairs at the Grace Gallery, I am asked if I'd like to go downstairs for a drink. "Of course," I say. I mean, who wouldn't want to go through some back door, past a random bicycle, storage stuff and stark, white walls with pewter doors on…More »
19. Moxie's Classic Grill
So what do you do when you have to meet someone half way and you're both coming from opposite ends of Metro Vancouver? You choose a place that's right near a freeway exit.
Moxies is a nostalgic place for me: it was one of my first jobs. Back in the…More »
20. The Eatery
Vancouver, BC V6R 2B4
(604) 738-5298
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars,
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
When people come to Vancouver and scream "I want sushi!" before we've even left the airport, I take them here. I can't help myself. I like to shock them :)
If I lived in the neighbourhood, the Eatery would likely be my late night take out haven.
…More »
21. Pendulum
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
(604) 822-3411
Category:
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: UBC
Blisters on the soles of my fee,t from a big long walk to save the farm at UBC, I saw the Pendulum. I was never a student at UBC, so every time I discover something cool (that we didn't have at SFU)- I can't help but get giddy.
I was led to the…More »
22. Toratatsu - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6G 2L6
(604) 685-9399
Categories:
Japanese,
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
A food stylist, chef and friend recommended Toratatsu to me. And I have to agree with the first reviewer, Brian W. - WOW the ebi with chili mayo.
Atmosphere? Check! Great service? Check! Amazing dishes? Check! This place is totally different than…More »
23. La Bodega Restaurante & Tapas Bar
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R3
(604) 684-8814
Categories:
Spanish,
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I first discovered La Bodega 10 years ago - it was great then and its great now. It's the first time I experienced a proper Sangria (served by the pitcher) and I've been lucky to introduce it to many of my friends who all love it the same way I do.…More »
24. Vij's Rangoli
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
(604) 736-5711
Category:
Indian
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
6 words: Portobello Mushroom and Red Bell Pepper Curry (plus chai tea -best I've had so far!).
I crave it, I eat it, i crave it more.
Lunch or dinner, rain or sun, I love it here. I've taken "boil in a bag market meals" on camping trips. They make…More »
25. Bin 941 Tapas Parlour
This is a great place to go for a small gathering or a romantic date (up to 4 people) otherwise it can be hard to get a seat. But the atmosphere is worth it.
The service is great with the servers really knowing their wine list. They are also a wealth…More »
26. Papa's Gourmet Pizza
2 of us dined for about $8.99. Getting set up for an event at Heritage Hall, I dived in here for a quick bite. Steaming and gooey pizza, having just come out of the oven and I couldn't be happier. Especially when there was a little place to perch on…More »
27. Goldies Pizza & Beer Lounge
The 'za window looked awesome, and perfecto for an" oh-oh my parking has expired" or "it's 3 o'clock and they're gonna tow my ride" kinda fix, but I had a hankering for a pint and lots of time to kill. Plus, I'm pretty certain they wouldn't let me…More »
28. Chaise Lounge Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5V 3R3
(604) 874-7114
Categories:
Lounges,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Can you be sophisticated while scarfing down mac and cheese? Mais oui!
And I'll take a bad ass burger done medium, appreciate being asked! And wait, is that-- no -- OMG, is that a housemade pickle on top? Next time, I'm asking for that times two! With…More »
29. Nebur King Coffee
Free wi-fi?
Plus
3.99 turkey and cheese sandwiches? On a doughy, soft ciabatta bun? With pickled carrots and red peppers?
Plus
An awesome americano?
Is this a help-me-I'm-hungry oasis or what?
Perhaps it was the combination of these things, mixed with a…More »
30. ReFuel
[in a southern drawl] "We've heard (on this here site) that y'all have some mighty fine looking buttermilk fried chicken. We'll take two orders, and don't skimp on that there gravy."
3 perfectly crispy pieces soon arrived complete with a jalapeno…More »
31. La Belle Patate
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N4
(604) 569-1215
Here's hoping that the new owners got a good deal when they took over what was once Shanghai 1949. I never ate at it's predecessor, which sat always suspiciously empty and dark. A coat of yellow paint, some Quebec license plates, and voilà, we've got…More »
32. Hawkers Delight Deli
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6
(604) 709-8188
Categories:
Delis,
Malaysian,
Singaporean
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
I can't believe 2 of us just ate like kings for $12. I don't think I've had this good and cheap of a meal since traveling in Asia.
The selection was plenty: mee and nasi gorengs, laksas, veggie fritters, tofu puffs and so many other varieties, I had…More »
33. Ramen Santouka
I had a lengthy hiatus from Santouka, for no other reason than my Motomachi loyalty (which still sticks btw). But over the past few weeks a series of events brought me to Santouka's door: once for lunch and another for dinner - and still impressed!
…More »
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3/1/2010
Dang, I thought I was definitely getting FTR on this one. (Way to go Jay L for beating me!)
On day… Read more »
34. Go Go Curry House
For cheap-ish thai food in a diner-style hole in the wall, this place gets you fed relatively quickly. Granted, I'd never go out of my way to come here, but when a warm bowl of soup and a curry comes a calling, Go Go does the trick, in a way a food…More »
35. Ba Le Sandwich Shop
Vancouver, BC V5T 3K6
(604) 875-6322
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Vietnamese
Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant, Kensington-Cedar Cottage
What's it about getting a banh mi for under $3?
It's biting into something that costs less than a latte and discovering it will keep you revved up through the rest of the afternoon.
It's the serving a veggies
The crunch and softness of the bread
But…More »
36. Sha Lin Noodle House
I'll make this chop chop, unlike the service we got tonight.
-Cutting noodles, cucumber and pork - meh, the noodles were a bit underdone and while I love cucumber, this dish just didn't do it for me.
-Dumplings with pork and bok choy - alright
…More »
37. Plöger Delikatessen
Vancouver, BC V6J 1G6
(604) 569-1848
Hell ya! If pretzels (like the ones at Swiss Bakery) hold a special key to your heart - you have to try their pretzel sandwich! Ham, lettuce, tomato, cole slaw (yup, I said slaw) and of course, a pretzel with the perfect amount of salt! I gobbled it…More »
38. Michi Sushi - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6J 1W6
(604) 736-4244
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Well, well Mr Michi,
You're winning my fourth star for your 3 for $7.50 combo which brings each roll down to $2.50 a piece.
Bonus points for having a stamp card (now I just have to buy 8 more combos and my 10th one is free) and for such sweet…More »
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5/26/2009
If we were going on concept alone, they'd get my 5 star. I first saw this in Australia years ago -… Read more »
39. Piatzo
This semi new pizza place on Yew is definitely a good choice for decent grub at a reasonable price. I'm not going to lie, this review could have swayed either way when the caprese salad arrived. Beefsteak tomatoes diced (like you'd see in a Greek…More »
40. Pane Vero
Vancouver, BC V5L 3W7
(604) 216-3338
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
A standoff between me, holding my $6.50 and Pane Vero's turkey + swiss panini which sat smugly, the last one left in the display case. Would it really be worth my dough (pardon the pun).
I took it out (well, they did) and toasted it (they did that…More »
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