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A list of restaurants that prefer the shadows over the limelight. These gems are tucked away on the quiet side streets or in locations that you wouldn't expect them to be.

 1. Vanya

5615 Harold St
Vancouver, BC V5R 4J9

Category: Japanese

Neighbourhoods: Killarney, Renfrew-Collingwood

4.0 star rating
  12/20/2010

My family and I have been searching for a good, authentic Japanese restaurant (especially considering our usual stand-by, Takara Bune on Victoria Dr., has switched owners), and Vanya may be just the place. Despite how close we live to this…More »

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 2. The Whip Restaurant Gallery

209 6th Ave E
Vancouver, BC V5T 1J7
(604) 874-4687

Categories: Bars, Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant

4.0 star rating
  12/4/2010

I never even knew this place existed!

Tucked away on a quiet street, The Whip still manages to maintain the hip, laidback style of other Main Street eateries. Brick walls, dim lighting, second-level seating overlooking the floor, and cool…More »

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 3. Eight 1/2 Restaurant Lounge

151 E 8th Ave
Vancouver, BC V5T 1R8
(604) 568-2703

Categories: Canadian (New), Tapas/Small Plates, Pizza

Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant

4.0 star rating
  11/8/2010

I came here on a Saturday night (on a Canucks game night) at around 8:30 pm for a late dinner with a friend.

We were greeted promptly and seated right away. The restaurant was 95% full, but it's quite small with limited seating. After a few minutes of…More »

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 4. Finch's Tea & Coffee House

353 W Pender St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1T3
(604) 899-4040

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  2/16/2011

I am not a sandwich person at all, but Finch's is making me rethink my opinion of them.

I ordered the prosciutto baguette, which is made with edam, balsamic vinegar, lettuce, tomato, and oil. All the ingredients were super fresh, and the presentation…More »

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 5. Acme Café

51 W Hastings St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G4
(604) 569-1022

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Downtown Eastside

4.0 star rating
  12/21/2010

Despite the somewhat sketchy neighbourhood, this cute little diner/cafe is very busy. The decor is reminiscent of a 50's-style diner, but with a modern twist.

Unfortunately, breakfast is only served until 11 am on weekdays, so I missed out on that. I…More »

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 6. The Tipper Restaurant & Review Room

2066 Kingsway
Vancouver, BC V5N 2T3
(604) 873-1010

Categories: Burgers, Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage

4.0 star rating
  12/12/2010

My friend and I stopped by for a late lunch/early dinner. I ordered the chicken strips with a side of house salad, and my friend ordered a pound of wings and the house salad as well. We also shared the soup of the day, which was red curry with rice.…More »

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 7. Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge

433 Robson St
Vancouver, BC V6B 6L9
(604) 647-2521

Categories: Canadian (New), Wine Bars

Neighbourhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
  12/19/2011

My friends and I ate here on a Friday night during the Grey Gup weekend, so it was fairly busy all night. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs so we ordered more dishes than we should've, but that only allowed us to taste more items on the menu.

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 8. Abigail's Party

1685 Yew St
Vancouver, BC V6K 3E6
(604) 739-4677

Categories: Canadian (New), Lounges, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

4.0 star rating
  11/1/2011

My friends and I came to Abigail's Party to celebrate a belated birthday, and we all walked away satisfied.  We ordered the poutine to start, and my friends ordered the bacon wrapped meatloaf, the duck confit, and I had the steak. Everything was…More »

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