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1. The Main Restaurant
It has taken me a few months to write this because I am still stinging with anger and regret.
I organized the rehearsal dinner for my BFF's wedding, and chose this restaurant because and they could promise me a private room and the couple loves Greek…More »
2. Reno's Restaurant
There is truly no reason to eat here, given the proliferation of other, almost-as-cheap brekko places nearby (Nice Cafe, Sunny Spot - 7 buck omelettes at the Wallflower, Salt & Pepper). I love dives. I thrive on dives. But sister, this ain't no dive.…More »
3. Waldorf Hotel
Vancouver, BC V5L 1S4
(604) 253-7141
Categories:
Hotels,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
Oh no. Oh no no no no.
Last night the Boy and I donned our prettiest garb and headed to the Waldorf for a night of Valentine's Day dining and drinking. The Leeteg Room, with its interesting Spanish menu, beckoned.
I wish it had kept quiet.
Despite…More »
4. Sake Maki
Vancouver, BC V5L
(604) 568-3632
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I almost left here thinking that I had found a new decent sushi restaurant. Almost.
I onlu popped in for a really quick bite, as I remembered a pal mentioning their name and thought it might be worth a try because I needed to be at an appointment on…More »
5. Lucy's Eastside Diner
Vancouver, BC V5T
(604) 568-1550
Categories:
Diners,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Thinking about the meal that the boy and I shared here is making me queasy. Retrospective queasiness is NOT a good thing.
We visited Lucy's after a late night at the Bootlegger's Ball and thought - "why the hell not! It's 2am, let's get some grub." I…More »
6. Koya Japan
I wish I could give no stars.
This was, bar none, the most disgusting fast food meal I have ever eaten. Up here on the SFU campus there are very few lunch choices, so I usually bring my own. But ttoday I decided to splurge with some teriyaki.
I chose…More »
7. London Pub
Vancouver, BC V6A 2V4
(604) 563-5053
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Strathcona
I'm really torn here, because as a pub - a place to drink beer and hang out with friends - as simply a watering hole? The London Pub is A-OK. The space is interesting, and they have Wee Angry Scotch Ale on tap - so, win.
However, they are not just a…More »
8. Sushiyama
Sure, it still tastes good and it's refreshingly cheap but I have to downgrade my review for a few reasons.
First - why on earth is this restaurant so dirty? Everytime I go to Sushiyama there is garbage on the ground - balled up dirty napkins wtf? If…More »
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7/27/2010
During the fall and winter semesters I am here so often I refer to it as my office, arriving at… Read more »
9. The Greedy Pig
Vancouver, BC V6B 1E5
(604) 669-4991
Category:
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I loved my waitress. She was cute, funny and sweet.
And that is the only good thing I can think to say. Uh oh!
We had a groupon, so some girly BFFs and I headed to Gastown to use it up. We started with a bottle of the Pinot (I can't remember the…More »
10. Kintaro Ramen Noodle
Am I the only one in Vancouver who finds Kintaro's ramen a little gross? The two times I've visited the broth has been really oily and blannnnnd, the noodles too doughy and the toppings lacklustre.
I love ramen on a cold rainy (aka Vancouver) day -…More »
11. The Factory
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L5
(604) 669-9463
Categories:
Restaurants,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
Hey hey, its okay, 5.95 food everyday! The latest in a slew of Granville Street bars adhering by the skin of their teeth to Vancouver's rigid liquor laws, the Factory is not meant for anyone but backpackers.
Yes, its true - the ENTIRE menu is 5.95.…More »
12. Milestones Grill + Bar
Vancouver, BC V5Z 4M5
(604) 678-8488
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
When my partner fractured his foot (showing off by jumping down some stairs after a late night at the bar) he could only hobble a few blocks. As we needed a hangover breakfast and to visit the doctor, we decided to go to Milestones, as they share a…More »
13. BierCraft Bistro
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W6
(604) 874-6900
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
My BF and I, along with 7 pals, headed to Stella's apres-Wreck beach last Sunday. I had been to the location on the Drive numerous times and loved it, but my last visit was a few years ago, and so I had high hopes for the food at this location.
We…More »
14. Cactus Club Cafe
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E6
(604) 714-6000
Category:
Canadian (New)
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
What the heck is going on here?
I had a 25 dollar gift card for Cactus Club, and I walked in with a bit of a patronizing attitude, not being a fan of chain restaurants, finding them useful only when in the suburbs and not knowing where to go. The BF…More »
15. Fatburger
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1P5
(604) 568-7077
Categories:
Burgers,
Fast Food,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
*Sad Trombone*
This afternoon we grabbed some Fatburger Take-away for lunch - 2 veggie burgers and one traditional meat burger for our carnivorous pal.The fries were absolutely yummy, but the burgers themselves were a big sad face - sloppy toppings in…More »
16. Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral
I fear that god many strike me down for my 2 star review! :)
Being half -Uke, I have high standards for my pyrohy ('rogies)and holubtsi (cabbage rolls). When I heard that little old babas were in charge of making a big Ukrainian dinner once a month I…More »
17. Everything Cafe
Vancouver, BC V6B 1R3
(604) 681-3115
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
Damnit! I really wanted love this place 100%. But I just can't.
Veggie sandwiches run the risk of two things: being bland (lettuce, tomato, cucumber) or sloppy, and unfortunately this one was one big messy slop fest.
Guacamole, homemade thousand…More »
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceJanuary 2010
Things I Lovewriting, yoga, reading, film, travel, celebrity gossip, sushi, my monster cats, vintage neon signs
Find Me InThe Downtown Eastside, staring at old buildings
My HometownVancouver, BC
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I am studying, traveling or working at the museum
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI love food and I love to write. A match made in heaven!
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadBuddha Is as Buddha Does - Lama Surya Das
My First ConcertViolent Femmes when I was 10
My Favourite MovieHedwig and the Angry Inch
My Last Meal On EarthPoutine dipped in curry mayo and a spicy tuna roll
Don't Tell Anyone Else But.......I am an expert on celebrity gossip
Most Recent DiscoveryThe Pack a.d.
Current CrushErik on True Blood