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1. Trafiq Cafe & Bakery
Vancouver, BC V5V 3R1
(604) 648-2244
I stumbled upon this newly opened café by virtue of it being on the same block as some of my regular haunts, namely Red Cat Records and Grub .
There is another location in West Vancouver, but it seems that the opening of the Main Street location is…More »
2. Floata Seafood Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6A 4E9
(604) 602-0368
Give me a break, Floata. You've been here for so long, but you're still trying to pull the wool over our foolish eyes. I'm wise to dim sum like a mother is wise to basement ne'erdowelling.
I love, love, LOVE dim sum, yet there are many pet peeves…More »
3. Nuba Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7
(604) 688-1655
Categories:
Middle Eastern,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I used to love Nuba when it was a tiny cafe across the street on Hastings. Since then the new bigger, bolder location has been a favourite of many. But not me. I find that many of the dishes are overpriced and all seem to contain a surplus of hummus.…More »
4. Hog Shack Cook House
Richmond, BC V7E 0A4
(604) 272-7264
This was the surprise of the month for me.
I had a tourist-in-your-own-town weekend when friends from Seattle came to visit. On their way out, I took them to Steveston to hopefully impress them, because I wasn't bound to be impressed by anything in…More »
5. Caffe Cittadella
Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C2
(604) 568-5909
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
I want to live in this house! Ok maybe not for real, but I kinda want to kick off my shoes, kick everyone out and turn up the stereo when I'm in here.
I think this cafe sums up the word quaint. Even the cups lids are in a little cupboard above cream…More »
6. Vogue Theatre
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L2
(604) 331-7900
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
I'm split on the Vogue as a general concert venue. I say 'general' because I've seen sit-down shows as well as get up and dance shows. The latter experience is fresh from seeing Cut Copy last night.
The theatre itself is amazing. A beautifully…More »
7. The Beaver & Mullet Canadian Bistro
Vancouver, BC V6G 2M9
(604) 568-0881
Categories:
Canadian (Traditional),
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: West End
I walked past here many times, and on each occasion was upset that it was the middle of the day instead of dranky-time. The specials board out front and the well-named establishment seemed like something that would be fun to try.
One night, I decided…More »
8. Halong Bay
Vancouver, BC V6B 1T1
(604) 568-7976
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Downtown
This first time I visited Halong Bay, I was surprised. There is definitely a shortage of good Vietnamese restaurants to cater to the lunchtime downtown crowd, and it's therefore not usually even considered an option unless a trip to Kingsway or Main…More »
9. Take Five Cafe
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T1
(604) 697-9090
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I actually don't mind Take 5 at all. The Granville and Hastings location would appear to be a standard business district daytime cafe, but it`s not. It has a nice, large Italian cafe feel, and even serves liquor.
The baked goods and sandwiches are…More »
10. The Mexican Antojitos y Cantina
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L4
(604) 569-0955
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
If you've read my other reviews on Mexican food in Vancouver, you'll know that I'm not a big fan, nor do I normally choose it as an option.
I was meeting a friend on Granville prior to going for a drink, and he decided that he need to eat in Larry…More »
11. The Commodore Ballroom
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3
(604) 683-9413
Category:
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
History Lesson Alert! (Or: How Old Is That Ramon Dude Anyway?)
It's hard to believe that this building was opened 60 years to the month before I first set foot in here. So much history was consumed by this dance floor that I couldn't even begin to…More »
12. BC Place Stadium
Vancouver, BC V6B 4Y8
(604) 669-2300
Categories:
Stadiums & Arenas,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Downtown
As the new BC Place stadium was being built, I was a huge skeptic watching it take shape, slowly speculating that the massive iron towers were only temporary during construction, expecting the lower half to finally be miraculously overhauled to also…More »
13. Chez Meme Baguette Bistro
Burnaby, BC V5C 2H9
(604) 299-1141
Category:
French
Neighbourhood: Burnaby Heights
I must be missing something hidden in amongst the French writing and accents.
I don't know what it is, but I don't find this place particularly special.
It may be a gem in Burnaby Heights, but for me, breakfast is pretty standard, and it wouldn't be…More »
14. Petit Ami
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 682-4044
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
This little shop has always been my favourite coffee stop on Granville Island. The beans used are organic, fairly trade, estate-grown and roasted locally in small batches. The quality of the beans certainly shows in the taste of the coffee. Strong,…More »
15. Hub Restaurant and Lounge
Vancouver, BC V6B 5P2
(604) 696-0400
Category:
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
It's unfortunate, but Hub is typical of the generic Yaletown dining experience. Moderate pub food menu, attempts at some fancier items, and served by young girls with no eating experience to do the duty of answering your questions. When asked "How's…More »
16. Crave Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V5V 3P3
(604) 872-3663
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
I have a split decision.
The brunch menu is good and it's easy to give a 4 star rating for most items, but the dinners I've had definitely warrants 2, at most, a 2.5 star rating with lots of room for improvement.
On a previous visit, I had the ribs. It…More »
17. St. Augustine's
Vancouver, BC V5N 4B7
(604) 569-1911
Category:
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Beer! Beer! Beer!
What else do you want to know? For all I care, they could only have bread and butter on the food menu and I'd still be happy.
It may not be the best drinking room in town, but it's certainly one of the better, and it raises the bar…More »
18. Coma Food Truck
Vancouver, BC V6A 2E5
(604) 842-3676
Categories:
Food Stands,
Street Vendors
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Are you serious?!
Menu pictures are usually the ultimate presentation of a restaurant's food. Photographically-perfect versions of the same meals that are unattainable in the real world, especially in the fast food world, and especially from a food…More »
19. Future Shop
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1E4
(604) 683-2502
Categories:
Electronics,
Computers
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I blame Future Shop for audiophile devolution. The de-education of product research. The greying of the preference and taste for electronics of the local masses.
I constantly have to stop people from running out from the office to buy a cable or…More »
20. Talon Helicopters Ltd
Richmond, BC V7B 1A3
(604) 214-3585
Neighbourhood: YVR
I've seen a new side of Vancouver! From above. Friends and I chartered a 30 minute tour from Talon and it's without a doubt the best way to see the city and its surroundings.
The pilot was incredibly friendly and amazingly informative while the 5 of…More »
21. Cafeteria
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E8
(778) 317-3783
Category:
Modern European
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
I had high hopes before visiting Cafeteria, but now that I've been, the mystery and appeal has worn off a bit.
The menu changes daily, but if you notice after a few visits that the set play is pretty much the same, and it doesn't change that…More »
22. Gastown Steam Clock
Vancouver, BC V6B 1B9
Category:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
Spoiler Alert! (Or: Why you should take a picture of me instead)
Do you love heritage districts and their quirky old artifacts? Are you a fan of ye olde steamy noisemakers because of their olde timey value?
Well, next time you're down there…More »
23. Congee Noodle House
Interesting.
I've been here many times, and I expected my fellow Yelpers to echo my positive thoughts, but after reading the reviews posted thus far, I don't think I'm having the same experiences as some.
I actually rather like the Congee Noodle House.…More »
24. Little Japan
Vancouver, BC V6B 1M1
(604) 687-5722
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Sloppy and cheap.
I seriously considered ending the review there.
Ok, here's more. If you're looking for a fast lunch and aren't too concerned about eating stir-fried veggies that's been cooked on the same hot plate as chicken or beef, then you're in…More »
25. Malone's Urban Drinkery Downtown
Vancouver, BC V6B 1V8
(604) 684-9977
Categories:
Sports Bars,
Pubs
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Malones has upped their game over the years from being just another sports pub to one of the better beer sampling bars in the area.
There once was old Malones. It had a small beer selection and average food menu, but was the happening place on a…More »
26. Crème de la Crumb Bakeshop + Catering
Vancouver, BC V6C 1V4
(604) 683-5595
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea,
Desserts
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I'm updating my review to give it the same rating.
I expected an improvement over the month since it opened. Expecting the coffee to eventually come into its own after the growing pains had waned. I don't see much improvement. The pastries are still…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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6/21/2011
I like places like this. Somewhat secret location, small operation, quality fare. However, the… Read more »
27. The Prophouse Cafe
Vancouver, BC V5L 2H2
(604) 733-5665
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Restaurants
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
This place is really unique. It's a feast for the eyes. There's so much to look at that you'd probably have to make multiple visits to see it all.
Lots of retro quality goodness, from the glass box of 8-tracks, to the couch on the wall, to the…More »
28. Fujiya Japanese Foods
Vancouver, BC V5L 3J8
(604) 251-3711
I love having days off. It means that I can cruise around and visit all my favourite spots for lunch, groceries, and other food-related errands.
Fujiya is a great spot for several reasons. Their packages of sushi make for a great lunch, or a to go…More »
29. Ramen Jinya
I'm not the expert on ramen shops in town, but I'm hoping that fact would help me be more inclined to be impressed every time I stepped into one for the first time. In short, I wasn't impressed. The staff is friendly, but the menu is confusing in…More »
30. Imperial Chinese Seafood Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6C 2G6
(604) 688-8191
Category:
Chinese
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
Not happy with the slow and steady increase in prices. The dim sum gai lan is now $9.95, most items are $5.50 or $5.95, and there is a $1.25 hidden charge for tea for each person.
A quick lunch for 5 will set you back at least $100.
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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1/12/2011
I've been here many times. The service is great, and not typical of a dim sum restaurant, but this… Read more »
31. Audiopile
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A9
(604) 253-7453
Category:
Music & DVDs
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Audiopile is a small store, but don`t let that fool you. Every available space is packed with music. Records, more records on the walls, CDs, new and local content on display, rare items and miscellaneous items in the counter case. They may not…More »
32. Yaletown Brewing Company
Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9
(604) 681-2739
Categories:
Nightlife,
Breweries,
Canadian (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
When did Yaletown Brewery turn into a douche club on the weekends?
It used to be great. And I mean GREAT. It was the preferred place to go. I have fond memories of their Sunday night 1 1/2 chicken dinners and remember what a gem this was in the…More »
33. Red Robin Restaurants of Canada
Red Robin, I will never hate you.
Others have tried to convince me otherwise, but I shun their negativity.
From my first visit to the old Thurlow and Alberni location, I was hooked.
Back then, I had only lived here for a short time, and it was my first…More »
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Vancouver, BC
Yelping SinceFebruary 2010
Things I Love My HometownVancouver, BC
When I'm Not Yelping...Webbing, cubing, yoyo-ing, dancing with myself.
The Last Great Book I ReadThe Fountainhead
My First ConcertDepeche Mode with OMD in 1988
My Favourite MovieTop Secret
My Last Meal On EarthMy mom's fried chicken
Most Recent DiscoveryPeanut butter and jam TOGETHER on bread.