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Yummy places to eat in Vancouver.

 1. Tojo's Restaurant

1133 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC V6H 1G1
(604) 872-8050

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes

5.0 star rating
  3/24/2010 ROTD 5/2/2010

My wife surprised me with dinner at Tojo's for my birthday. It was such a treat. First of all, service was excellent. We had a reservation, but do to a series of unfortunate events, we were about 45 minutes late. While they weren't able to seat us…More »

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 2. Vij's Restaurant

1480 W 11th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
(604) 736-6664

Category: Indian

Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville

5.0 star rating
  6/7/2009 ROTD 7/21/2009

How do you repay an incredibly generous friend who put her time and talent into giving you a priceless gift? How about with a meal at what the New York Times calls "easily among the finest Indian restaurants in the world." At first we thought of…More »

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 3. Japa Dog

510 Burrard St
Vancouver, BC V6C

Categories: Japanese, Food Stands, Hot Dogs

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  3/19/2010

I'm late to the Japa Dog craze because I assumed that there wouldn't be any options for vegetarians. Boy, am I glad that I was wrong! I walked by one weekday evening this week and decided to give it a try. Obviously, I was quite pleased as I returned…More »

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 4. The Beach House At Dundarave Pier

150 25th St
West Vancouver, BC V7V 4H8
(604) 922-1414

Category: Seafood

Neighbourhood: Dundarave

5.0 star rating
  8/6/2008 First to Review

I recently had my wedding reception at the Beach House. We rented out the top floor and could not be happier with the quality of food and service that we received. The restaurant's event coordinator, Tania Frydrysek, had lots of good ideas and was…More »

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 5. Toshi Sushi

181 E 16th Ave
Vancouver, BC V5T 4R2
(604) 874-5173

Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese

Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant, Riley Park

5.0 star rating
  8/6/2008 First to Review

If you want mind blowing sushi, follow these simple steps.

1. Eat a snack
2. Go to Toshi's and put your name on the waiting list.
3. Wait a really long time. Maybe bring cards or a book to keep you occupied. If you come hungry, you are screwed and may…More »

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 6. Go Fish Ocean Emporium

1505 W 1st Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 1E8
(604) 730-5040

Categories: Seafood, Fish & Chips

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

5.0 star rating
  8/7/2008 First to Review

Go Fish is a little fast food joint that serves damn good seafood. The fish and chips are delicious and what you must try if you are stopping by for the first time.  I've had a few other menu items including soup, which have all been tasty. The slaw…More »

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 7. Golden Great Wall Szechuan Restaurant

705 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4K5
(604) 872-0328

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes

5.0 star rating
  8/19/2008 First to Review

We hosted about 35 guests for dim sum at Golden Great Wall. The owner is really friendly, accommodating, and clearly puts his heart into his business. He seems to know a lot of his customers and repeat customers are a good sign. Plus, there are a lot…More »

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 8. Connie's Cook House

2135 4th Ave W
Vancouver, BC V6K 1N7
(604) 738-0980

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

5.0 star rating
  8/7/2008 First to Review

I love Connie's cod in black bean sauce and I order it every time I come here. I've never had to wait for a table, though business is usually pretty steady. If you order your food for pick up, they'll give you a 10% discount and there's free delivery…More »

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 9. Moderne Burger

2507 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC V6K 2E9
(604) 739-0005

Category: Burgers

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

5.0 star rating
  1/6/2009 ROTD 9/24/2009

Five stars all the way. I adore this place! The burgers are to die for and there is something for everyone: steak, turkey, salmon, and veggie. I've had both the salmon and the veggie and they are both fantastic. The salmon is nice because it really…More »

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 10. Arms Reach Bistro

4390 Gallant Avenue
North Vancouver, BC V7G 1L2
(604) 929-7442

Category: Canadian (New)

Neighbourhood: Deep Cove

5.0 star rating
  5/15/2009

The breakfast menu at Arms Reach is small. You can either have a benny, eggs or yogurt with granola. I chose Timo's benny and it was really delicious. It came with the best side of potatoes I've had in Vancouver. My wife had the eggs and bacon. When…More »

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 11. Tartlets

121 E 1st St
North Vancouver, BC V7L 1B2
(604) 724-7625

Category: Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Lower Lonsdale

5.0 star rating
  8/6/2008 First to Review

Meeting Nina of Tartlets was the only good thing about attending a wedding fair in Vancouver in January. She was charming and enthusiastic about making a Swedish Princess cake for my wedding. We came to her shop for a tasting and were very impressed.…More »

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 12. 49th Parallel Coffee

2152 W 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6K 1N6
(604) 420-4901

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

5.0 star rating
  8/6/2008 First to Review

49th Parallel is my favourite coffee shop! They make those beautiful lattes with the artistic foam. But that is not the driving force behind my lust for 49th Parallel. What really keeps me coming back is their croissants, especially the double baked…More »

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 13. Uncle Fatih's Pizza

1685 Broadway E
Vancouver, BC V5N 1V9
(604) 707-0744

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive, Kensington-Cedar Cottage

5.0 star rating
  Update - 11/28/2008

I called to see if Uncle Fatih's delivered in my neighbourhood (they do) and they guy I talked to was so nice! And then the delivery guy brought the pizza in the time frame that I was told on the phone and he was really nice too! And the pizza was…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    11/18/2008

    Uncle Fatih's is amazing. A few days ago my wife and I decided to stop by to see what all the hype… Read more »

 14. Sunshine Diner

2649 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G2
(604) 733-7717

Category: Diners

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

5.0 star rating
  8/28/2008 First to Review

This is 1950s-style diner is my favourite place for bennys. I think their secret is the delicious, high quality Born 3 eggs that they use. Those bright, sunny yellow yolks put the sunshine in this diner. Plus the service is good and the decor is…More »

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 15. Two Chefs and a Table

305 Alexander St
Vancouver, BC V6A 1C4
(778) 233-1303

Categories: Canadian (New), Cafes

Neighbourhood: Downtown Eastside

4.0 star rating
  1/25/2009

I had brunch at  Two Chefs and a Table with a few friends and was quite impressed. There was no wait for a table, which is always a treat in and of itself. Service was good and the ambiance and decor were charming. I had the smoked salmon benedict,…More »

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 16. Burgoo Bistro

3 Lonsdale Ave
North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E4
(604) 904-0933

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Lower Lonsdale

4.0 star rating
  5/12/2009

I usually eat lunch at my desk, but on rare occasions I venture out. Once I even went so far as to hop on the Seabus to answer the siren call of the grilled cheese sandwich at Burgoo. On a weekday at lunch, getting a table can be a problem, so my…More »

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 17. Burgoo Bistro

3096 Main St
Vancouver, BC V5T 3G5
(604) 873-1441

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant

4.0 star rating
  Update - 5/15/2009

After eating at Burgoo on a few more occasions, I have something more thoughts regarding the menu. This is sort of a "note to self" that I will likely reference in the future to remind myself what to order.

Out of all the starters and side, the…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    9/17/2008

    I'd been actively avoiding Burgoo Bistro until I read Shain R's review. Then my curiosity got the… Read more »

 18. Salt Tasting Room

45 Blood Alley
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4
(604) 633-1912

Categories: Wine Bars, Tapas/Small Plates

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown

4.0 star rating
  11/6/2008

Salt is a small plates restaurant that focuses on cheese, chatucherie and wine. I came for Dine Out Vancouver so had a great tasting menu of a 3 course meal for $25. I had the Roast Tomato & Smoked Paprika Soup, the Artisan Cheese plate and the…More »

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 19. Lumiere Restaurant - CLOSED

2551 W Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6K 2E9
(604) 739-8185

Category: French

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

4.0 star rating
  11/5/2008

My wife brought me to Lumiere for my birthday. We had the vegetarian tasting menu. We had frisée and herb salad, sunchoke velouté (a soup with sunchoke, mushrooms and truffles), caramelized shallot ravioli, fine herb risotto, and for dessert,…More »

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 20. East Is East

3243 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC V6K 2H5
(604) 734-5881

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Indian, Afghan

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

4.0 star rating
  Update - 1/2/2009

On a recent visit I ordered the Silk Route roti roll. When the waitress brought it to the table I thought that maybe I should have ordered something else since it looked kind of like cat food. Fortunately, as soon as I picked it up, I couldn't put it…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/28/2008 First to Review

    I had the best lentil soup at East is East. The service was kind of on the pitiful side, but damn,… Read more »

 21. Soup Meister

123 Carrie Cates Ct
North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K7
(604) 983-2774

Categories: Specialty Food, Restaurants

Neighbourhood: Lower Lonsdale

4.0 star rating
  11/18/2008 First to Review

I love homemade soups, but sometimes the prospect of all that chopping and simmering can be a little much. When you want instant gratification, go to Soup Meister. They make over 100 different kinds of soups (but not all at once), as well as stocks,…More »

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 22. All India Sweets & Restaurant

6507 Main St
Vancouver, BC V5X 3H1
(604) 327-0891

Categories: Indian, Pakistani

Neighbourhoods: Sunset, Punjabi Market

4.0 star rating
  9/7/2008 First to Review

All India Sweets and Restaurant has a wonderful all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet for $9.95 all day. The spread of salad, curries, rice,  bread and dessert is definitely worth the money. Make sure you save room for the Gulab Jamun dessert which is…More »

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 23. The Reef

4172 Main St
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P7
(604) 874-5375

Categories: Caterers, Caribbean, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Riley Park

4.0 star rating
  11/16/2008

The Reef is a great place to go for brunch on the weekend. No wait, good service, a laid back vibe, tasty food, and even veggie friendly with a vegetarian sausage option! The bennys are very good. I love the zing of lime in the hollandaise sauce.…More »

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 24. Legendary Noodle - CLOSED

4191 Main St
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6
(604) 879-8758

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhood: Riley Park

4.0 star rating
  9/22/2008

My wife and I were lamenting the fact that Hawker's Delight was closed on Sunday for lunch when we stumbled upon Legendary Noodles.  We were intrigued by the photos of noodles being hand pulled. I was impressed by the fact that Legendary Noodles has…More »

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 25. Noodle House

2714 W 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 5L1

Category: Chinese

Neighbourhoods: Kitsilano, Fairview Slopes

4.0 star rating
  8/23/2008 First to Review

You get an order form and check off the type of noodles you want, the veggies you want, etc. and the owner makes it fresh for you. It's delicious! The place is small and usually not very crowded. The owner is very sweet and you can watch him make…More »

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 26. Sophie's Cosmic Café

2095 4th Ave W
Vancouver, BC V6J 1N3
(604) 732-6810

Category: Diners

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

4.0 star rating
  8/23/2008

I had the best plate o' comfort food at the Sophie's Cosmic Cafe: mashed potatoes, black beans, steamed veggies with garlic butter and corn bread. Oh my foodgasm. Seriously, this was a collection of the best mashed potatoes, best black beans, best…More »

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