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1. Le Crocodile Restaurant
Wow. Wow. And WOW. We decided to go here for our wedding anniversary. We knew it going to be expensive and we had the luxury of not caring. I booked a table a few weeks out and was able to get an 8pm reservation on a Friday night. The room was…More »
2. Hawksworth
I'm not going to lie: this place is pricey. But oh gawd it's good! Three of us went for lunch and were glad we had a reservation. The place was hopping. The room is bright and airy with a modern feel.
We ordered a bottle of Pares Balta Cava to drink…More »
3. Cibo Trattoria
Vancouver, BC V6B 3L9
(604) 602-9570
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
We had such a wonderful dinner here last night! I had bought a travelzoo deal that included an appetiser, pasta dish, 2 entrees, 2 sides and a dessert for $49. What a deal and what a lot of food! Normally we wouldn't order quite that much. When we…More »
4. Les Faux Bourgeois
Vancouver, BC V5T 2R6
(604) 873-9733
I wonder if most bistros in France even do food this good. The price points are fantastic especially when you could easily have enough to take home for a snack.
I had the escargots which were just tender enough and HAVE to be eaten with the garlic…More »
5. Cru Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6H 1H6
(604) 677-4111
Category:
French
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Wow! Who'd a thought I could get excited about croutons?! Croutons?! Well let's say that the amazing croutons were indicative of the entire meal.
When we first walked in on the stormy evening that was Vancouver last night we were immediately warmed by…More »
6. West Restaurant + Bar
Vancouver, BC V6H 3J4
(604) 738-8938
Categories:
Restaurants,
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Wow - West wins! The hubby and I were given a gift to spend $300 on ourselves for dinner. We decided to spend it at West and spend it we did! Actually we went a little over budget which isn't hard to do because everything sounds delicious on the…More »
7. Jackson's Meat Deli
We're so happy to have this family run business back in our neighbourhood. Yesterday we decided that steaks on the BBQ were required so we wandered up to Jacksons. While we were hemming and hawing over which cut to get (boneless Rib Eye, NY strip…More »
8. Pourhouse Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6B 1B2
(604) 568-7022
Categories:
Lounges,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
It never should have taken me this long to get there but it was worth the wait. What's not to like? Even their font is nostalgically cool. I met up with a friend of mine who's Director of Marketing for a huge business that also owns the largest…More »
9. Brasserie L'ecole
Wow! This place rocks. I felt like I was in a cafe in Paris and mentioned I almost expected to see a cat curled up on the bar.
We got there just before 5:30 and stood in the line-up that had already formed. As soon as the doors opened the line moved…More »
10. La Brasserie
I can't imagine how this place could be any better. It's small and cozy. The staff are professional and well-trained. The food is delicious. The wine list is short and succinct. Four of us went last night before heading to the Vancouver…More »
11. Judas Goat Taberna
Vancouver, BC V6B
(604) 681-5090
Categories:
Spanish,
Tapas/Small Plates
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
What a cool little spot! I'd called to see if they were busy and guess my name popped up as the super bubbly server guessed it was me when I walked in and used my name. She was really helpful at guiding us through the menu and portion sizes.
Three of…More »
12. Rodney's Oyster House
Vancouver, BC V6B 6L2
(604) 609-0080
Category:
Seafood
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I've had lunch at Rodney's many times and have never had a bad meal. Today's was no exception. We ordered a bottle of Kruger Rumpf Riesling from Germany (served in rock glasses) and a dozen oysters to start. We got 4 Kumomoto, 4 Gems and 4 Fanny…More »
13. Alta Bistro
We went in on Sunday night and this little bistro was hopping. It seems to me that this is exactly the type of place that Whistler needed: a small place with really good food and a decent wine list.
They don't seem to offer a la carte, except for a…More »
14. Save On Meats
Vancouver, BC V6B 1G4
(604) 569-3568
Totally going back here! If the sales of today were any example then I'm hooked. Skewers for $1!! 6 lamb burgers for $7!! 6 regular burgers for $6!! WOW! All freshly made on premise too. They have a good selection and offer pate and cheese plus…More »
15. Market Meats
I have to say that my favourite aspects of this butcher are the staff. They're awesome! Super friendly, helpful and remember you. They also often have good specials on which is nice. There's a good selection of marinated choices and they do a tasty…More »
16. C Restaurant
i'll admit that it was a groupon that got us out for brunch today but what a civilsed way to spend a Saturday afternoon!
The groupon was for the 4 course brunch menu. Normally we wouldn't have this many courses at brunch but wow, everything was…More »
17. Jasmine Halal Meats & Mediterranean Produce
Vancouver, BC V5V 3R1
(604) 879-5518
Categories:
Meat Shops,
Halal
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Super friendly service.
The best feta cheese in town.
Wonderful array of interesting ingredients.
I felt like I was at a family grocery store and that makes me a fan!
18. ReFuel - CLOSED
It's rare that I go into a restaurant and am the youngest customer in there but that happened today. Maybe that's 'lunch in Kits'. Not that it matters but I couldn't help noticing. So I took the advice of yelpers and we ordered the fried chicken…More »
19. Black Hoof
Toronto, ON M6J 1W3
(416) 551-8854
Category:
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Trinity Bellwoods
Wow! I thought I was spoiled in Vancouver but tonight I was on a Toronto winning streak. After having a great start at Barberian's we went for a 180 degree change in style to Black Hoof. Here I tried two things I've never had before; horse…More »
20. Barberian's Steak House
This place is so old school I felt young again! I only went for snacks and a couple of beers at the bar but I want to go back, if only to hang out and watch the pros in action.
I met a colleague as we're checking out Barberian's cellar (which is…More »
21. Taberna Herrerias
We were taken here by the winemaker for Compañia de Vinos Telmo Rodríguez so perhaps we were spoiled but oh lordy the food was good!
One of my favourite items were the anchovies that were flattened, lightly breaded and possibly pan-fried. Their…More »
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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 |
FTR - First to Review (35)Beat you to it!(not including Elite events and out of Vancouver FTRs) |
For the Love of Fur Babies! (6)I love my pets. Here's where I go to get the stuff/care they need. I now order their food through http://spud.ca |
My Yaletown (37)I work in Yaletown and these are the places I've checked out. |
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April Challenge: The Underdog (30)I'll try to write a review every day for a business that I like that have less than 10 reviews. |
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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
My Second Favourite Websitehttp://www.twitter.com luisaloveslife
The Last Great Book I ReadBarney's Version
My First ConcertTom Jones in grade 2
My Favourite MovieAnything by Pedro Almodóvar
My Last Meal On EarthA bottle of Chateau d'Yquem
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I can't get enough of popcorn with parmesan cheese
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