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And by dirty, I mean Sweet Sassy Molassy that is some damn good food. Mmmmmmm

 1. In-N-Out Burger

333 Jefferson St
San Francisco, CA 94133
USA
(800) 786-1000

Categories: Fast Food, Burgers

Neighbourhood: Fisherman's Wharf

5.0 star rating
  5/22/2009

So I actually have something in common with Paris Hilton???

I frikkin love these burgers. I don't think it would be the first place I would go after a stint in the slammer.  Or... would it?        Does Alcatraz count?

I guess unlike Paris I am a bit of…More »

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 2. La Belle Patate

1215 Davie St
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N4
(604) 569-1215

Categories: Fast Food, Poutineries

Neighbourhood: West End

5.0 star rating
  1/17/2010 ROTD 7/31/2010

I am with Leroy L. on this Heart Attack Shack.
I didn't come here for the decor nor to sit up straight with a white linen napkin placed on my lap.
I came here because I was belligerently hungover on Saturday morning and I couldn't bare the thought of…More »

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 3. Twisted Fork

1147 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1M1
(604) 568-0749

Categories: French, Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District

4.0 star rating
  4/9/2010

4.3 twisted stars!
I finally got to experience Twisted Fork for myself. Having avoided it a few times due to line ups (my fault as I usually leave things to the last minute).

Thirsty?
A few worthy beers on tap. I had 2 pints of the Blue Buck. Seriously…More »

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 4. Vij's Rangoli

1488 11th Ave W
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
(604) 736-5711

Category: Indian

Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville

5.0 star rating
  4/5/2009 ROTD 12/19/2009

I am usually an ambitious order-er when returning to a restaurant for the second, third, sixth time. But I can't help ordering the same darn thing every time at Rangoli. The Portobello Mushroom with Naan, Chai tea and rice pudding for dessert.

The…More »

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 5. Toratatsu - CLOSED

735 Denman St
Vancouver, BC V6G 2L6
(604) 685-9399

Categories: Japanese, Tapas Bars

Neighbourhood: West End

5.0 star rating
  5/12/2009

Please please please bring back the Negitoro Avocado! Oh my heavens, why hasn't anyone thought up Avo fries before?
This was by far the best plate on their menu, but for some reason they stopped serving it the last time I was there. Perhaps they too…More »

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 6. Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries

2611 16th Ave W
Vancouver, BC V6K 3C2
(604) 739-0555

Categories: Desserts, Bakeries

5.0 star rating
  Update - 9/22/2010

$6.66 a slice!

That damn HST has combined with the Peanut Butter Mousse to form a devilishly brilliant piece of cake.

I just licked the cake paper from the bottom of the package.

I need more. NOW.

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  • 5.0 star rating
    4/6/2009

    I am definitely sweetly obsessed with these cakes. I have tried almost every kind they have, except… Read more »

 7. Aphrodite's Organic Café and Pie Shop

3598 4th Ave W
Vancouver, BC V6R 1N8
(604) 733-8308

Category: Canadian (Traditional)

Neighbourhood: Kitsilano

4.0 star rating
  3/26/2009

You get what you pay for!
Although my Smoked Salmon Eggs Benny cost $17, it was pretty damn good. I really don't have a problem paying a little extra knowing that I am actually supporting LOCAL organic produce and poultry businesses. And all their…More »

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 8. Duffin's Donuts

1391 41st Ave E
Vancouver, BC V5W 1R7
(604) 325-5544

Categories: Chinese, Doughnuts, Vietnamese

Neighbourhoods: Sunset, Kensington-Cedar Cottage

4.0 star rating
  4/2/2009

This weird gem has something for everyone!

Lunchtime, and you are near 41st and Knight?
Try this place!
I say Vietnamese sub, maybe a piece of fried chicken on the side (it is really good, and I DON'T eat fried chicken). And to finish off a good strong…More »

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 9. Grounds For Coffee

2565 Alma St
Vancouver, BC V6R 3R8
(604) 224-5282

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Point Grey

3.0 star rating
  Update - 8/18/2010

This three star review may be grounds for a good spanking!

I am still a huge fan of your ewwwy gooooey buns, but the $3.73 price tag is approaching my cannot afford limit.
I have removed one sticky star because for this price I know your company can…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    4/5/2009

    Four stars for your ewwy gooey Cinnamon Buns.
    I am not a big coffee fiend, so I will leave that vote… Read more »

 10. Blue Chip Cookies

6138 Student Union Blvd
Vancouver, BC V6T 2A5
(604) 822-6999

Categories: Desserts, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: UBC

4.0 star rating
  Update - 3/31/2010

My go-to cookie place at UBC is losing a star. Heavens, say it ain't so.
Unfortunately the last three visits yielded semi doughy cookies and bitter lattes. What the heck Blue Chip?
Your muffins are still pretty good. But come on, lets face it. We…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    4/3/2009

    Five stars with a chunk of chocolate on top!

    Blue Chip is by far the best coffee/snack place at UBC.… Read more »

 11. Japa Dog

899 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6

Categories: Hot Dogs, Food Stands, Japanese

Neighbourhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
  Update - 5/10/2011

Down another star Japa!
I'm still a fan, but with all the new carts in town I have to take you down a notch.

Maybe we just need a break from each other?

Don't worry, I will be back.

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/6/2010

    My Japa Dog hype has dwindled over the past year. A couple of visits left me with that not so fresh… Read more »

 12. Jethro's Fine Grub

3420 Dunbar St
Vancouver, BC V6S
(604) 569-3441

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhood: Dunbar-Southlands

5.0 star rating
  Update - 8/17/2010 ROTD 3/21/2011

It's official.
Vancouver's best breakfast joint is...

Jethro's

Why the sudden shift of stars?

Well, I woke up Saturday on the wrong side of the bed. Actually it was a relief that I was in my bed and not the bushes outside of the house. I was hungover…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/3/2010

    Almost a five star breakfast joint!
    More like 4.8 stars with a side of shrooms & catfish.

    Yes,… Read more »

 13. Japa Dog

530 Robson St
Vancouver, BC V6B 2B7
(604) 809-4333

Categories: Japanese, Hot Dogs

Neighbourhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
  4/25/2011

It's Japadog with chairs!

Actually, I was quite happy to have a real seat to park my butt. It really helped to hoovering part of the Japadog experience.

I was pleasantly surprised by their butter fries. Oh dirttttty salty goodness.
You're gonna need a…More »

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