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1. Babylon Café
Since we're going with the thanks - I want to thank both Kath R and Marc D for pointing me in the direction of Babylon!
A musical diddy dedicated to delicious chicken shawarma.
[insert music icons here] Oh chicken, chicken - you filled my tummy so…More »
2. Thai Basil
Only for take-out, I do stand by my word. But for amazing Pad Thai with the freshest prawns, chewy noodles, fresh cilantro and perfectly deep fried tofu - Thai Basil earns another star (and a *pad* on the back!)
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/1/2009
This is a great little place for take away at lunch time. It's reasonably priced, fast and close to… Read more »
3. El Taco
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B6
(604) 806-0300
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
This is heaven sent. Rushing around over lunch time, a grumbling stomach, I popping into a little piece of tacky Mexico for some sustenance.
I ordered a chicken burrito to go. While I waited I sipped on a horchata which was perfectly cinnamon…More »
4. Deacon's Corner
Vancouver, BC V6A
(604) 684-1555
Categories:
Canadian (Traditional),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Downtown Eastside
I will only go to Deacon's Corner when James is working! He made a sandwich suggestion that's not on the menu and is so delish! Ready for it?
A BLT with fried egg, cheese and avocado... oh my, oh my! I ate all of it without any hesitation!
Request…More »
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2/25/2009
If you can be the opposite of all things wrong with diners (bad food, crusty atmosphere, carpet that… Read more »
5. Thai Son Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5T 1W6
(604) 875-6436
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
**Quick tip** This place is Cashola only!
I was first brought to this restaurant by a Vietnamese couple (star 1) who came all the way from Abbotsford (star 2) to have Pho here. The restaurant was crowded (star 3).
I'm a simple pho lover. Pho tai and a…More »
6. Saigon Venture Restaurant
First off, I'm a little upset but I'm still going with 3 stars.
I was walking (blasted! I wish I had an iPhone so I could have checked the Yelp reviews) before going in. What I really, really wanted was a Vietnamese Sub. Subs are listed on their…More »
7. Pho No 1 Vietnamese Restaurant
If you're driving, you'll probably miss it - much like all of the small establishments along Denman. It's small - with approximately 30 seats. At 5ish on a Friday afternoon/evening, there was no one.
The menu is full of pictures and there's a menu on…More »
8. Kam's Place - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1M5
(604) 669-3389
Categories:
Singaporean,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
I mourn the because-the-rent-is-too-high loss of one of my favourite West End owners, Kam. The restaurant is under new ownership and Kam is off looking for a new place to set up roots.
But while the new management has made an entirely new menu of…More »
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2/9/2009
My favorite, walk to place for take away. The owner knows everyone - or at the very least, makes you… Read more »
9. Sushi Turn House
Size may not usually matter -- but it is the reason why you'd find yourself in this cash only, sushi stop. It may not be that beautiful, but its plentiful --with $1 salmon nigiris that are the size of a udon noodle soup spoon.
The rolls are very…More »
10. Super Valu
In the past 3 days, I've been to Super Valu 3 times. Why? Because I'm forgetful when it comes to baking supplies. Please note, the only time I go to Super Valu is when I'm in a jam. It's as budget as it comes inside. Fluorescent, smelling of stale…More »
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3/5/2009
Welcome to the grocery store I stop in at when I'm late, I've forgotten an ingredient and am willing… Read more »
11. Thai Terrace Restaurant
If you're on the 99 B Line heading home from UBC - make this your pit stop.
Good food, fast. There's no glamour here - but the food is pretty good for the price point.
Swimming Rama and rice usually satiates my peanut sauce craving and there's always…More »
12. Downtown Sushi Bar Japanese Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N4
(604) 689-2833
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhood: West End
I was asked to meet someone here for a working lunch. Not my first, second or third choice for the neighbourhood. But my working date likes it so I went along.
Blah! Wimpy pieces of nigiri salmon --they claim to have sockeye --but it's definitely not…More »
13. Spices
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W5
(604) 876-6618
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhoods: South Cambie, Riley Park
Baby it's cold outside...and my hands are just like ice! The steamy windowed Spices was the perfect way to warm up.
Like their hearty and flavourful pho broth, this is a strong and fragrant 3 stars. The salad rolls were plentiful with green leaf…More »
14. Nebur King Coffee
Free wi-fi?
Plus
3.99 turkey and cheese sandwiches? On a doughy, soft ciabatta bun? With pickled carrots and red peppers?
Plus
An awesome americano?
Is this a help-me-I'm-hungry oasis or what?
Perhaps it was the combination of these things, mixed with a…More »
15. Hawkers Delight Deli
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P6
(604) 709-8188
Categories:
Malaysian,
Singaporean
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
I can't believe 2 of us just ate like kings for $12. I don't think I've had this good and cheap of a meal since traveling in Asia.
The selection was plenty: mee and nasi gorengs, laksas, veggie fritters, tofu puffs and so many other varieties, I had…More »
16. Go Go Curry House
For cheap-ish thai food in a diner-style hole in the wall, this place gets you fed relatively quickly. Granted, I'd never go out of my way to come here, but when a warm bowl of soup and a curry comes a calling, Go Go does the trick, in a way a food…More »
17. Ba Le Sandwich Shop
Vancouver, BC V5T 3K6
(604) 875-6322
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Vietnamese
Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant, Kensington-Cedar Cottage
What's it about getting a banh mi for under $3?
It's biting into something that costs less than a latte and discovering it will keep you revved up through the rest of the afternoon.
It's the serving a veggies
The crunch and softness of the bread
But…More »
18. Sha Lin Noodle House
I'll make this chop chop, unlike the service we got tonight.
-Cutting noodles, cucumber and pork - meh, the noodles were a bit underdone and while I love cucumber, this dish just didn't do it for me.
-Dumplings with pork and bok choy - alright
…More »
19. Thai Away Home - CLOSED
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N3
(604) 682-8424
Neighbourhood: West End
I have never eaten in here, but it's a fantastic go-to place to stock up on frozen entrees, perfect for meals in minutes and camping (yes you heard me correctly). Favourites include red and yellow curries.
I like that they've recently added rice to…More »
20. Fujiya Japanese Foods
Vancouver, BC V5L 3J8
(604) 251-3711
A bigger sunomono salad than I have ever seen at a restaurant and a shrimp california roll filled me up for lunch while I decided upon a smorgasbord of udon, soba and ramen noodles for my cupboards and freezer... yes freezer, they have fresh frozen…More »
21. Calli Restaurante Mexicano
Arriba arriba! Tortilla Soup! Mole enchiladas! Chicken Taquitos! Ole!
Flavour and friendly, this little space makes Mexicana possible in the West End. The staff ensures you know what's on your plate, which comes heaping with extras like refried beans…More »
22. Nimby Burger
"The closest thing to In n Out Burger, north of the Californian border!"
"Burgers and the beach, they're going to make a killing on this location."
"McDonald's fries, eat your heart out!" Same size as McD's, but with the homemade taste appeal.…More »
23. Pho Linh Vietnamese Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5
(604) 875-6443
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Close your eyes or sit facing the TV. Don't look at the kitchen. Contemplate the sweatpants and uggs combo your server might be wearing. Realize the motherly figure is actually just talking to someone on the phone through her hands free set. Steer…More »
24. Salsa & Agave Mexican Grill
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R6
(604) 408-4228
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
When I'm feeling under the weather, regardless of the weather outside, it's Pazole or Azteca soup that I crave. Lucky for me, Salsa and Agave has pazole on weekends AND makes sure take away orders are filled right away.
Between burritos that stand…More »
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7/5/2010
**It's Take Away Only right now**
Yummy soft corn tacos (oh, al pastor I love you and your pineapple… Read more »
25. Donair Dude
Vancouver, BC V6E 1N1
(604) 681-1801
Categories:
Middle Eastern,
Mediterranean,
Donairs
Neighbourhood: West End
I only know a few things about Halifax: they're east coast, have a cool uni and most importantly they have this sweet donair sauce that makes a bite taste like dinner AND dessert, and for that reason, I am a fan.
My donair was freshly made with the…More »
26. Golden Phoenix
Vancouver, BC V5N 5E5
2 = number of people dining
22$ (+ tip) = Cost for a very filling dim sum.
20% = weekday discount
2 = thumbs up
Kat S deserves 100% of the credit for inviting me for dim summing here today. We stuffed ourselves on sticky rice, beef stuffed rice rolls,…More »
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