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1. Fitness Town
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M7
(604) 739-8184
Category:
Sporting Goods
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I have walked by this place so many times but have never been in here. The husband uses a skipping rope for cardio and after a couple of years his Everlast rope from Canadian Tire fell apart. I've been watching him use it and the rope gets all…More »
2. Shoe Phix Boutique
Vancouver, BC V6B
(604) 336-3012
Category:
Shoe Stores
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
This little store is amazing! I kept walking past it as my office is on this block and the shoes were taunting me. I figured they were all probably way out of my price range considering how gorgeous they looked in the window of this Yaletown store.…More »
3. Once Again Resale
Vancouver, BC V6J 1G5
(604) 805-6688
Categories:
Used, Vintage & Consignment,
Men's Clothing,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I forgot all about this store until I walked by the other day and noticed a big, poofy cupcake skirt in the window. Frilly things get my attention. So yesterday I popped in and immediately had my feet in a pair of black Prada flats. The fit wasn't…More »
4. Bottoms Up Clothing Co
We went in here during a shopping expedition for the hubby. It's a nice store with a decent selection of casual clothes. I noticed some items from Orb and Mavi. There were some nice casual shoes as well. Although we didn't pick anything up this time…More »
5. Kits Coin Laundry-Drycleaners-Photo
Vancouver, BC V6K 1C6
(604) 734-3141
Category:
Dry Cleaning & Laundry
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
We have in-suite laundry but we've gone here when we need to wash/dry big items like comforters. Mostly we use this for dry cleaning as it's only a block from home.
I've taken in items with unidentified stains and they've always managed to get them…More »
6. Why Knot's Curiosities
Vancouver, BC V6B 2N4
(604) 669-2565
Category:
Fashion
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Wheeeee! I asked Santa for a hula hoop last year and he forgot so I was really excited when I heard that this store had hula hoops. I follow their facebook page and every day more shots of fun outfits were getting posted. I had to get down there!
It…More »
7. Image West Hair Design
Vancouver, BC V6K 2G6
(604) 730-2844
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I have to open with a disclaimer: my friend/hairdresser works here and I will follow her to whichever salon she's at. Her name is Thomasina and if you're looking for someone who can cut any type of hair, curly or straight, and make it look good,…More »
8. Vancouver Burlesque Centre
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K3
Categories:
Dance Studios,
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
I'm so happy that this centre has opened. For years I was saying that I wanted to take burlesque classes. Although the classes I've been taking are more booty camp in style I have a new respect for dancers that manage to look graceful and sexy while…More »
9. Access Boot Camp
I really have no idea if it's 'As good as it gets' because I've never done anything like this before. Regardless of my inexperience, I am loving it!
I got a Groupon in March and was terrified. In June I started working out relgiously knowing that I…More »
10. Goodyear Canada
Vancouver, BC V5N 3G2
(604) 255-8494
Categories:
Auto Repair,
Tires
Neighbourhoods: Strathcona, Grandview-Woodlands
I've been going to Goodyear for years now. As much as I hate having to pay anything on my vehicle I know that I can trust these guys to take good care of me and not rip me off.
Today I went in as the van was making a thunking noise. Turned out that…More »
11. Pandora
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2V6
(604) 681-0060
Category:
Jewellery
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
I took my mum in here to buy her some charms for her Pandora bracelet. I was surprised to find I couldn't check in as it hadn't been visited by any yelpers yet.
If you're into Pandora jewelry then go no further: they have it all! Charm bracelets,…More »
12. Burrard Liquor Store
Vancouver, BC V6J 3J3
(604) 566-9244
Category:
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
We discovered this store on the way home from the Suika Yelp event. It's farily close to home and has a better beer selection than Bimini's.
The first time I went in I was looking for gluten-free beer. The staff were really helpful and guided me…More »
13. U-Bag
Lucky me! I have a personal pre-shopper. I went for lunch with a friend the other day who's very stylish so I always check out her head-to-toe ensemble. On this day she had a beautiful leather backpack. Tired of my well-worn MEC pack that's great for…More »
14. Society Dining Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6B 6K3
(604) 629-8800
Categories:
Diners,
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
If you're looking for a Friday lunch spot go here! Burger and beer Friday for $10. If you're lucky, Adam will be your server. All the staff are great though but you gotta love Adam. Their other $10 lunch options are also nicely prepared, well…More »
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11/5/2009 First to Review
I have now eaten at every restaurant in the Glowbal Group and none of them disappoint. Society just… Read more »
15. Scent of a Sandwich
(778) 990-9443
Categories:
Caterers,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Downtown Eastside
The other day I had a client in town and we needed to have our business meeting over lunch, in our office. I asked our receptionist where I should go and she let me know we'd been ordering quite a bit from Scent of a Sandwich.
I went to their website…More »
16. Benjamin Moore Paint
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R6
(604) 687-2560
Category:
Shopping
Neighbourhood: Downtown
This is a small store but if they don't have what you need they'll order it in. Michelle took care of me and called me the next day to say my silver spray paint was in. As I've needed several items while giving my daughter a bedroom makeover and…More »
17. Ragnar Jewellers
I met my brother here to get some more Pandora charms for our mum back in Ottawa. The woman serving us was very patient and helpful. There are so many lovely charms to choose from and she took the time to bring out more and more choices, pointing…More »
18. Magpie Jewellery Store
The staff were so helpful! I had 15 minutes and wanted to get my mum a Pandora charm bracelet and one charm. They knew I was rushed and teamed up to help me choose, get me rung in, the gift wrapped, gift receipt printed and all in a bag in record…More »
19. The Shore Club
I went here for lunch just one day after the opening. The room is beautiful, similar to the one in Vancouver.
The lunch menu is reasonably priced considering the quality and quantity. Three of us each had a different item; Fish Tacos, Buttermilk…More »
20. Live at Squamish
Wow that was fantastic! This event was very well organised and executed. It didn't hurt that the rain kept away either!
We stayed with friends in Squamish and biked to the event from their place. There was free secure valet for your bikes and you…More »
21. Club 23 West
Vancouver, BC V6B 1C8
(604) 662-3277
Category:
Dance Clubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Every Thursday night there's an event called Rock & Roll High School at Club 23 West in Gastown. The regular DJ's include Jonny Vancouver, Evilyn 13 and Pandemonium. They play everything from old Bowie to new Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Stray Cats to Tool.…More »
22. The Cup Bistro & Deli
Live at Squamish was causing line-ups at places like The Nest with their 2 for 1 Benny deal so we headed to The Cup. Good choice! The Traditional Benny is actually a little non-traditional as it has regular bacon (organic I believe) instead of back…More »
23. IRIS Optometry
Vancouver, BC V6J 5B8
(604) 732-5487
Categories:
Eyewear & Opticians,
Optometrists
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Iris recently took over a small optometry store a few blocks from home. I was nicely surprised that it didn't lose its neighbourhood feel. Manager Phat Vo was charmingly helpful. Both my hubby and I were looking for prescription sunglasses. We…More »
24. Flaming Angels Boutique
If you're into punk/goth/fetish/lolita styles you should check out Flaming Angels Boutique. It's a small store at the back of The Fall Tattoo and Piercing on Seymour across from The Bay. There are some really cute clothes that you could wear any…More »
25. Second Suit For Men & Women
Vancouver, BC V6J 1M9
(604) 732-0338
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Second Suit is in my neighbourhood so I get there often. I really like the way that it's organised mostly by colour and article of clothing. Pants are sorted by size. There's a decent selection of men's items but definitely more for women. They…More »
26. Lonetree Kitchens and Bathroom
I have been dying to write this review because writing it means that our kitchen renovations are done!! Last summer we were done with our old, falling apart kitchen so we walked up Arbutus and met Nicholas Grigg. We made an appointment for him to…More »
27. Mike's Carpet & Flooring
Burnaby, BC V5A 3J7
(604) 420-9817
Categories:
Carpeting,
Flooring,
Furniture Stores
So I thought a lot about this review before I decided whether to give 3 or 4 stars. Mike's Flooring puts the 'busy' in business. Mike himself was the one who came over to assess the job. He makes all his notes and calculations in a tiny little…More »
28. Junsei River Japanese Restaurant
This place took over the Prima Taste Singaporean Restaurant and looks the same inside. I might go back when the throngs of Olympic visitors are gone. The staff were definitely having a hard time keeping up with business but at least they were…More »
29. Robinson Lighting & Bath Centre
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2T5
(604) 879-2494
Categories:
Home Decor,
Lighting Fixtures & Equipment
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
You light up my life...
Our kitchen design suggested we go here after I mentioned that we'd seen some lighting at Home Depot. He said that HD's lights often require special, expensive light bulbs and that we'd probably find something at Robinson that…More »
30. WOOF! Dog Shoppe
Vancouver, BC V6J
(604) 568-4212
Categories:
Pet Groomers,
Pet Stores
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
I discovered this little store in my neighbourhood earlier this summer and every time I pop in it reinforces how much I like it. The first time I needed to get some kitty litter. Yuki (who I think is the owner) gave me advice on the few brands she…More »
31. English Bay Dental Centre
Vancouver, BC V6G 1W1
(604) 688-9678
Category:
General Dentistry
Neighbourhood: West End
We've been going to see Dr. Philip Chang for several years now. The kids were very young when we started going and he always made them feel comfortable and at ease. Philip looks very young but he's very competent and a stuntman to boot! We used to…More »
32. Playhouse Theatre Company
Vancouver, BC V5T 1B4
(604) 873-3311
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
So I haven't always enjoyed the plays I've seen at the Playhouse Theatre but Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a ton of fun! It's a musical which I really only enjoy when in comedy form. I have to say that Josh Epstein as Freddy "I don't even like to HAVE…More »
33. Red Card Sports Bar
Vancouver, BC V6B 3L9
(604) 689-4460
Categories:
Italian,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
Hmmmm, the verdict's still out on this one. In my heart I want to give it 2 stars but I could be overreacting. This was the last stop after our work Christmas party so my sense of reality could be a bit skewed. I have to say my server Shay (I…More »
34. Art of Adornment
Well my hubby bought me the necklace that I coveted without even knowing. Clearly we were meant to be together. : ) When I just showed him my review with the picture he mentioned that he'd ordered it online and it showed up two days later. He was…More »
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11/14/2009 First to Review
If you're looking for unique gifts or items for yourself and like something with a gothic flare you… Read more »
35. Ronsons Rack
I had no idea that this was an outlet store until I finally went in to check it out. I got a pair of Sorel rubber boots that are very stylish but better made than many of the fancy, flowery pairs that you see these days. Regularly $100 but…More »
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Davie Street from West to East and back again (18)Davie St runs from the West End through the Davie Village to Granville to Yaletown. It's a diverse street with something for everyone. I've included a few places that run adjacent to Davie St. |
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Yelp's 30 Day Challenge (30)I came in late to the game but kept it up once I took the challenge |
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My Yaletown (37)I work in Yaletown and these are the places I've checked out. |
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceJuly 2009
Things I Love Find Me InYou never know....mostly Vancouver BC
My HometownVancouver
When I'm Not Yelping...I import wine and raise a family.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsBecause I know when something is good
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