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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. Calli Restaurante Mexicano
Arriba arriba! Tortilla Soup! Mole enchiladas! Chicken Taquitos! Ole!
Flavour and friendly, this little space makes Mexicana possible in the West End. The staff ensures you know what's on your plate, which comes heaping with extras like refried beans…More »
3. Hawkers Delight Deli
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6
(604) 709-8188
Categories:
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 »
4. Loving Hut - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E9
(604) 569-3196
Category:
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
I am not sure why I thought this was an Asian-esque vegan restaurant. Outside of the multi-language bizarre television station Loving Hut is more westernized than anything else.
Nonetheless, even though I was craving a wide variety of stirfry…More »
5. Nimby Burger
"The closest thing to In n Out Burger, north of the Californian border!"
"Burgers and the beach, they're going to make a killing on this location."
"McDonald's fries, eat your heart out!" Same size as McD's, but with the homemade taste appeal.…More »
6. The Atlantic Trap & Gill
Vancouver, BC V6B 2A6
(604) 688-5840
A fond HELLO to a dear new friend:
I could sit for hours and drink your draft
Inside at a communal table or outside on your large patio
Being able to park (and possibly leave my car all night long)
Go for a pre-drink before a night of entertainment at BC…More »
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6/20/2009
A fond farewell to a dear friend:
I could sit for hours and drink your draft
Before winding my way… Read more »
7. Pho English - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1R2
(604) 568-6699
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Eerily quiet with no one else in sight at 7 pm on a weeknight, I couldn't help but wonder what time people eat their pho. But judging by the lunchtime specials and their banh mi, I'm thinking that they capture a solid lunch crowd. And they should!
A…More »
8. 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 »
9. 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 »
10. Bonchaz Bakery Café
Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1
(604) 626-7215
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches,
Bakeries,
French,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Note to self: must order multiples of these and then scarf them all when no one is looking. Nom, nom, nom. The crunchy, crumbly, yet pillowy topping, the airy "bun" make the stuff food dreams are made of.
Coffee in your own personal french press (if…More »
11. Daikichi Sushi
How have I passed by here that many times and never gone in?! Shame on me!
Drop-your-jaw cheap food and fantastic hole-in-the-wall atmosphere. With a handful of tables and few chairs at the bar, I saddled up to the bar and watched as the sushi chef…More »
12. East
Vancouver, BC V6H 4E4
(604) 568-6988
Category:
Chinese
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Chinatown
Outside of the fact that I forgot to save room for popcorn, I'd say East meets most of my criteria for pre-film dining.
The menu, on chloroplast (the same stuff that political lawn signs are made of) was difficult to navigate. Choose noodles and an…More »
13. 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 »
14. Donair Dude
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N1
(604) 681-1801
Categories:
Middle Eastern,
Mediterranean,
Donairs
Neighbourhood: West End
I only know a few things about Halifax: they're east coast, have a cool uni and most importantly they have this sweet donair sauce that makes a bite taste like dinner AND dessert, and for that reason, I am a fan.
My donair was freshly made with the…More »
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