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1. Rocky Mountain Soap Company
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J9
(604) 731-5701
Category:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Yesterday I rushed to visit after work, and made it there 20 minutes before closing. Rachel, the girl working there was very welcoming and helpful, not making me feel rushed at all. What a sweetie.
The purpose of the visit was to nab a particularly…More »
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11/26/2010
I'm a closeted hippie who uses all-natural body care products, so a friend gave me a Green Zebra… Read more »
2. Ming Wo Cookware
Vancouver, BC V6A 1S9
(604) 683-7268
Category:
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
To be truthful (and follow YELP guidelines), I know someone from the family that owns Ming Wo, and another person who works at one of the locations. I don't ask for special treatment, and nobody else who works in the stores knows me other than for…More »
3. Whole Foods Market
Vancouver, BC V5Z
(778) 370-4210
Categories:
Grocery,
Health Food Store
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
Dear Whole Foods
You are my happy place. Did you know that your birthday and mine are the same? Thanks for the party and cake 2 years in a row! I have had perfect, jump-with-glee experiences here almost every visit except for the time that the stock…More »
4. Les Amis Du Fromage
Vancouver, BC V6A
(604) 253-4218
Category:
Cheese Shops
Neighbourhood: Downtown Eastside
I wandered in here on a brisk, chilly Vancouver morning in need of something delicious, versatile and comforting. After having read many reviews, cheese was a must!
My boyfriend and I are trying to learn more about cheese, bread, and wine. He had a…More »
5. CakeSpy Shop
Seattle, WA 98122
USA
(206) 325-1592
Categories:
Art Galleries,
Cards & Stationery
Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill
I LOVE CAKESPY SHOP!!!
I stumbled upon Cakespy's blog one day and instantly became a fan of the goofy writing, knockout dessert ideas and cartoon doodles of desserts, especially the ones of cakes and pies duking it out with brass knuckles and daggers.…More »
6. The Butcher
Vancouver, BC V6R 2J2
(604) 224-0602
Categories:
Meat Shops,
Butcher
Neighbourhood: Point Grey
I have been visiting this place for about 2 years, but less so lately, which only has to do with a change of workplace (used to be a block away, five days a week), or else I'd be there all the time!
The staff here is laid-back and nice, knowledgeable,…More »
7. Go Fish Ocean Emporium
Vancouver, BC V6J 1E8
(604) 730-5040
Categories:
Seafood,
Fish & Chips
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
Every now and then I get food cravings out of the blue, and this is one of my favourite places to indulge. My tip is to go early on a sunny day as soon as they open, in order to grab a seat and avoid the mid-afternoon lineup.
The staff are pretty…More »
8. Bird on a Wire Creations
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E5
(604) 874-7415
Categories:
Jewellery,
Home Decor
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
OH-EM-GEE, this store is so cute that it hurts. It looked sweet, crafty, and tastefully creative on the outside, and then I walked in, to find myself (and a few fellow Yelpers) standing amidst a veritable wonderland of colours, patterns, whimsy, and…More »
9. Fujiya Japanese Foods
Vancouver, BC V5L 3J8
(604) 251-3711
Backstory: My totally awesome sister introduced my family to Fujiya when I was in the fifth grade, around 1996. To our generation, Japanese pop culture at that time was a burgeoning goliath, with the popularity of Sailor Moon, Sanrio characters, and…More »
10. Fire Pizza
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A7
(604) 253-5607
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I never would have discovered this place if their pizza hadn't smelled so bloody good. About a month ago I was zoning out on the #20 Victoria bus after a late-night shift at work. Eyes closed (resting, I call it, not sleeping), they suddenly snapped…More »
11. Honey Gifts
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W8
(604) 708-8065
Honey Gifts knows how to do it right.
Some (most) adult stores can be downright lewd and tacky, but the warm and friendly environment here is tasteful and demure. The employees are informative and helpful, the shop is bright and cheerful, and it…More »
12. Apple Store
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5
(778) 373-1800
Categories:
Electronics,
Computers
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I scheduled a genius appointment and came in today, because a CD became stuck in my Macbook's drive.
They took about 3 minutes and had it out, with no service charge, even though my Applecare warranty ended in May. Plus: They even gave me a little…More »
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2/10/2011
85% of my life and livelihood are contained within my laptop, so when a storm's-a-brewin', I call… Read more »
13. Colourbox Hairdressing
Vancouver, BC V6B 1E5
(604) 669-6354
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I've been coming here for almost 2 years now! Kim is still my hairdresser. She has made my stubborn thick/straight/frizzy hair look fierce when short, and maintained it well as I've been growing it out for about a year and a half, from a Rihanna…More »
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10/14/2010 First to Review
When I need to be looking sharp, Kim at Colourbox is my go-to person.
I've had serious difficulty… Read more »
14. Sephora
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1E4
(778) 331-3942
Category:
Cosmetics & Beauty Supply
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Coming in here for me is like being a diabetic kid in a sweet shop. I like everything here, but can't have most of it.
I love bright colours, sparkles and pretty things, so the entire store is a giant tease, but I don't leave with a giant hole in my…More »
15. Pho Thai Hoa Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5N 2S2
(604) 873-2348
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
This place is a hop and a skip away from my home, and I glanced at it often, wondering if it was any good, because Vancouver Magazine has ranked it as the city's #2 Vietnamese food spot for the last 2 years, but I also read online that the service…More »
16. Anthropologie
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J7
(604) 734-2529
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Furniture Stores,
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Dear Anthropologie...
Can I live in one of your catalogues?
Pretty please?
I promise I'll be good.
I'll wear my hair all pretty, and pile on adorable cardigans, flirty ruffles, bright colours, luxurious tights, and delicate accessories with jewel tones…More »
17. Aree Thai
Vancouver, BC V5V 3C8
(604) 709-9229
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhood: Kensington-Cedar Cottage
Boyfriend: I've never had Thai food before.
Me: WHAAAAAAAT!!!???
It was icy outside, and we weren't up for a game of "what in the fridge would taste good together?", so we bundled up and made the short trek. I couldn't wait to bring him here.
Their…More »
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9/11/2011
They use tamarind in their pad Thai, fo reals!!!
I live in the 'hood and checked out Aree Thai today,… Read more »
18. Soho Road Naan Tikka
Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B7
(778) 558-7272
Categories:
Street Vendors,
Indian
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Am I going to be the second to review this place, too? Come on, Yelpers...you need to try this place.
Really!!!
My man hadn't tried Indian food until last year (whoa!!!!!), and is in love with butter chicken, so we came here.
Sarb and his uncle are…More »
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11/21/2011 First to Review
UNBELIEVABLE.
I know a thing or two about a thing or two...one of those is Indian food...but one of… Read more »
19. La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
Me: I'm going to make some veggie tacos at home.
Coworker: Those aren't real tacos.
Me: You're from Mexico! Don't fill my head with lies! Oh, my heart.
I have been here twice so far, and once to their other location, all great experiences.
My boyfriend…More »
20. On Time Optical
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1J9
(604) 873-8732
Category:
Eyewear & Opticians
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
My right eye's prescription changed (I'm getting stronger...slowly but surely!!), so I called ahead for a price quote and brought in 3 pairs of glasses to get the right lens on each changed.
It normally takes a day or two, but it was New Year's Eve…More »
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3/20/2011 First to Review
On-Time is where I nabbed my very first pair of glasses. Granted, they weren't very awesome,… Read more »
21. Pizzeria Barbarella
I used to have a boyfriend whose parents lived in Abbotsford.
Every now and then, he would visit them, or vice versa, whatever; the important thing was that at the end, I would get to dig into a pizza box full of magic and wonder.
Legend had it that a…More »
22. CocoaNymph
Vancouver, BC V6R 2G5
(604) 222-4477
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Point Grey
A fried introduced me to Cocoa Nymph a few years ago, at their Portobello West table. We worked in Point Grey, not far from the shop, and passed by on the 99 B-Line every day. I always wondered what it was like.
$8 at the time sounded a little steep…More »
23. Pulpfiction Books
I've never had a favourite book store before, until now.
My brother has a comic book and graphic novel addiction, and this place helps him get his fix at a discount.
Pulpfiction is amazing. We pop in, he heads for the comics, I saunter toward the…More »
24. Nicli Antica Pizzeria
Vancouver, BC V6A 1K3
(604) 669-6985
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
There has been so much hype about this place from before it even opened, wow! I hadn't yet tried Nicli out until last week, because life was ridiculous (I worked a block away, starting when they opened for lunch service, and finishing after they…More »
25. Kitsilano Wine Cellar
Vancouver, BC V6K 4S2
(604) 736-7660
Category:
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Amazing service and variety at this wine store!
Mom and her man were coming over for dinner, and The Man and I wanted to have something nice to pair with the meal.
We don't know a lot about wine, but know what we like, and were in the mood for a…More »
26. DAVIDsTEA
Holy crap, I love this place!
It's like a candy store that is full of healthy leaves and sweeteners instead of teeth-rotting junk.
I have always liked tea, but Davids Tea made me fall head over heels in love with it.
The service is pretty chill and…More »
27. Guu With Garlic
Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7
(604) 685-8678
Categories:
Japanese,
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
Every visit I've ever made, to any location of Guu, has never been a letdown.
I love to bring people here when they want to try something exciting and new. Just as a warning, it's crazy and loud from the moment you step in and the staff yell "MOSHI…More »
28. Les Faux Bourgeois
Vancouver, BC V5T 2R6
(604) 873-9733
Through some type of miracle, one of my friends was able to score a private party for her birthday at LFB! I was really excited after having read an article about them about a year ago. We were seated next door, in their café, which is open for…More »
29. Bin 942 Tapas Parlour - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6J 1W6
(604) 734-9421
Category:
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Last year, one of my girlfriends took me here for dinner, to celebrate my acceptance to culinary school. All of the dishes had funky presentation, and it was planned out in a way that it enhanced the quality of the food, instead of competing with it.…More »
30. Suika
Vancouver, BC V6J 1X6
(604) 730-1678
Categories:
Japanese,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
I can't say enough how much I love this place.
Have been back a few more times since the last review.
They have lunch service now!
I tried the black ramen and the tonkatsu curry.
The ramen at Suika is always pretty good, with chewy noodles, tender meat,…More »
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11/25/2010
I went here last night with my brother, his girlfriend, my boyfriend, and my sister. From the very… Read more »
31. The Corner Suite Bistro De Luxe - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1W2
(604) 569-3415
Category:
French
Neighbourhoods: West End, Downtown
Update: To be clear and follow YELP guidelines, after my review of Corner Suite, I wanted to work in their kitchen. They hired me. Then, unfortunately, they had to close before my start date. Here is a eulogy that I posted on my blog.
…More »
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11/22/2010
I am a lover of cheese and French desserts, which is what finally drew me to Corner Suite. That and… Read more »
32. Babylon Café - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1A1
(604) 677-3522
Categories:
Ethnic Food,
Middle Eastern
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
I used to build window displays for The Gap at Pacific Centre, and the best thing about a murderously early 6AM start time was having an hour-long break about halfway through the shift, to go racing up the street to Babylon Café for some chickeny…More »
33. Dragon Ball Tea House
Vancouver, BC V6H 1Z3
(604) 738-3198
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Shaughnessy, South Cambie
My ridiculous Goku-san morning hair says it all: I'm a Dragonball girl. At least when it comes to bubble tea.
I have been coming here for at least 5 years with my girlfriends and family, and in comparison to other places, this hole-in-the-wall shops…More »
34. Transylvania Traditions Bakery
I had to write a review and spread the joy about this fabulous gem!
As a little backstory, Davie Street is one of my favourite communities in Vancouver. My family has lived and worked near in the area for years, I feel safe and happy there, and where…More »
35. Le Marché St.George
Vancouver, BC V5V 2K6
(604) 565-5107
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes,
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Le Marche is a personal favourite spot, and it will always seem magical to me. Under different owners, this place was a yucky corner store in the neighborhood my friends and I grew up in. After LMSG opened, a girlfriend hinted that it might be worth…More »
36. Gyoza King
This is a perfect spot to show off the fact that I wear hilariously patterned, mismatched (but cute!) socks. If you get seated in the magically special bench area, definitely show some Japanese respect by taking off your shoes or else Godzilla will…More »
37. Hawkers Delight Deli
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6
(604) 709-8188
Categories:
Malaysian,
Singaporean
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Went here for lunch today and it was a step down from my usual experience. The tofu puffs were soggy, and the gado gado's egg was overcooked and chalky (it had the grey sulphur ring, and was stinky). There was also cucumber in the gado gado instead…More »
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1/15/2011
I grew up in the 'hood, and love this place! It's an institution of spicy, sour, amazing Asian food.… Read more »
38. Dolce Amore
Vancouver, BC V5L 3Y2
(604) 258-0006
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I have this habit of latching onto desserts and then finding out who has the best version of it in the city, and come to a decision after trying many places.
Dolce Amore has the best dolce di latte (AKA dulce leche) gelato that I've come across in…More »
39. Butter Baked Goods
Vancouver, BC V6S 2G2
(604) 221-4333
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Dunbar-Southlands
I have eaten many cupcakes in Vancouver (and have made many more), and hereby declare that this place has consistently made the best quality and best tasting ones that my money has bought in a store so far. Some of their most popular selling items…More »
40. Sha Lin Noodle House
One of my friends invited me out for dinner, and we popped into one of his favourite holes in the wall, which I used to live near and never visited. Yelp, you are slowly changing my life, one Chinese restaurant at a time.
First off, don't come here…More »
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceAugust 2010
Things I LoveCooking, baking, ingredient shopping, knife and tool shopping, bread-proofing, comic book reading, sleeping.
Find Me Inblacks, a dress, or pajamas.
My HometownVancouver, BC
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I am curing the world of hAnger.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsCook, food blogger, former business manager.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadThe Hundred Foot Journey
My First ConcertMUSE
My Favourite MovieKorean revenge thrillers
My Last Meal On EarthGiant table covered in (authentic) tacos, flaky pie crust, and LA Chicken
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I love Sapporo Ichiban noodles. Tell who you want. I don't care.
Most Recent DiscoveryBourbon and spiced rum in desserts.
Current CrushCacao nibs