R’s guidebook
Food Scene
We love food in this city. The very vibrant restaurant scene ensures that no matter where you go, you will indulge your tummy and your palate with tasty, exceptional food. The only question is: what can your budget handle?
Open 24 hours a day, Breka is my favourite bakery in Vancouver. Open 24/7 for all of your coffee, donut and sandwich desires.
Breka is our go-to spot for bread as well. We buy day-old bread for around $2.00-$2.50. Our favourites are Sovital and Bauernbrot.
On a typical day we'll stop in for an Americano or a Mocha with an apple fritter (which are our tried and true staples). The apple fritters are huge and more than enough to share. My only qualm with the apple fritters is that I wish there were more apples actually inside.
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Breka Bakery & Café
812 Bute StOpen 24 hours a day, Breka is my favourite bakery in Vancouver. Open 24/7 for all of your coffee, donut and sandwich desires.
Breka is our go-to spot for bread as well. We buy day-old bread for around $2.00-$2.50. Our favourites are Sovital and Bauernbrot.
On a typical day we'll stop in for an Americano or a Mocha with an apple fritter (which are our tried and true staples). The apple fritters are huge and more than enough to share. My only qualm with the apple fritters is that I wish there were more apples actually inside.
Because Tim's is truly Canadian. Try their soup and sandwich combos or their maple donuts....
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Tim Hortons
3463 Dunbar StBecause Tim's is truly Canadian. Try their soup and sandwich combos or their maple donuts....
Vietnamese food in the Hanoi style. Try the Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Fresh Dill. Yum.
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Mr Red Cafe
2131 E Hastings StVietnamese food in the Hanoi style. Try the Hanoi Turmeric Fish with Fresh Dill. Yum.
For those of us still indulging in wheat, this is a great place to grab specialty bakery products done right. The scones are moist and flavourful.
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COBS Bread Bakery
2924 Main StFor those of us still indulging in wheat, this is a great place to grab specialty bakery products done right. The scones are moist and flavourful.
Where else can you find an Indian-Afghani fusion restaurant? There is a buffet on Saturdays. Be sure to try the Darjeeling Masala Chai.
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East Is East
3035 W BroadwayWhere else can you find an Indian-Afghani fusion restaurant? There is a buffet on Saturdays. Be sure to try the Darjeeling Masala Chai.
Good sushi, omakase and consistent quality. Service is attentive.
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Temaki Sushi
2156 W BroadwayGood sushi, omakase and consistent quality. Service is attentive.
Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free comfort food. Try the pie....
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Aphrodite's Organic Cafe
3605 W 4th AveVegan, vegetarian and gluten free comfort food. Try the pie....
Try the 7 course alla famiglia meal for an unforgettable experience.
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La Quercia
3689 W 4th AveTry the 7 course alla famiglia meal for an unforgettable experience.
Killer vegan and vegetarian food. The Dharma Bowl is sublime.
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Dharma Kitchen
3667 W BroadwayKiller vegan and vegetarian food. The Dharma Bowl is sublime.
Grounds for Coffee
2565 Alma StGreat organic coffee and to die for cinnamon buns.
Very authentic Japanese cuisine featuring hard to find in Vancouver items. Book ahead for the omakase.
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Tokyo One Sushi
4443 W 10th AveVery authentic Japanese cuisine featuring hard to find in Vancouver items. Book ahead for the omakase.
To die for Hash Browns. Their BEAST Benny is stunning; double smoked bacon, eggs, avocado, spinach and tomato. Truly amazing.
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Yolks
1598 E Hastings StTo die for Hash Browns. Their BEAST Benny is stunning; double smoked bacon, eggs, avocado, spinach and tomato. Truly amazing.
Elysian Coffee - Fifth & Burrard
1778 W 5th AveGreat coffee and baked goods
Awesome pizza and great Indian food. The butter chicken is amazing. Pizzas are substantial. Delivery is available.
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Dunbar Pizza & Indian Food
3348 Dunbar StAwesome pizza and great Indian food. The butter chicken is amazing. Pizzas are substantial. Delivery is available.
Vancouver's first vegetarian restaurant is open 24 hours! Live music & local art for sale. Try the Oaxaca Quesadilla, Dragon Bowl or Zippy Noodles. Naam soups are incredible on a rainy day along with their homemade bread & veggie butter! There is often a line up during busy times so it is best to plan ahead.
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The Naam
2724 W 4th AveVancouver's first vegetarian restaurant is open 24 hours! Live music & local art for sale. Try the Oaxaca Quesadilla, Dragon Bowl or Zippy Noodles. Naam soups are incredible on a rainy day along with their homemade bread & veggie butter! There is often a line up during busy times so it is best to plan ahead.
The best ice cream! Fresh made on site, classic & seasonal flavours made with local, organic ingredients. Vegan options available like Kiwi Sorbet and Coconut Chocolate Chunk. Prepare to line up in the Summer. Sit outside & meet new friends or old. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays: two scoops in a made-on-the-spot waffle 'taco', topped with whipped cream - add a delicious & unique topping like toffee brittle or buckwheat honey - wow!
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Rain or Shine Ice Cream
1926 W 4th AveThe best ice cream! Fresh made on site, classic & seasonal flavours made with local, organic ingredients. Vegan options available like Kiwi Sorbet and Coconut Chocolate Chunk. Prepare to line up in the Summer. Sit outside & meet new friends or old. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays: two scoops in a made-on-the-spot waffle 'taco', topped with whipped cream - add a delicious & unique topping like toffee brittle or buckwheat honey - wow!
Amazingly good doughnuts and they have a great selection of flavours (even vegan options). Choose to sit around a large single table or choose to enter the connecting room with small tables.
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Cartems Donuts
2190 Main StAmazingly good doughnuts and they have a great selection of flavours (even vegan options). Choose to sit around a large single table or choose to enter the connecting room with small tables.
Drinks & Nightlife
Who said that we are a no fun town? We work hard and we play harder. Most of our play is outside during the day, but when the sun goes down, these are the places you will want to head to.
Good selection of craft beer. Lots of screens to watch the game. Not your typical pub fare. Try the duck sandwich. The staff is always willing to do what it takes to satisfy their customers.
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The Cove Neighbourhood Pub
3681 W 4th AveGood selection of craft beer. Lots of screens to watch the game. Not your typical pub fare. Try the duck sandwich. The staff is always willing to do what it takes to satisfy their customers.
English-style pub featuring live music with a large selection of local craft beer. Decent menu with items like Fish and chips, burgers, pot pie and stews. Try the Roast Beef Dinner on Sunday nights.
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The Wolf & Hound
3617 W BroadwayEnglish-style pub featuring live music with a large selection of local craft beer. Decent menu with items like Fish and chips, burgers, pot pie and stews. Try the Roast Beef Dinner on Sunday nights.
The Diamond
6 Powell StArtisanal cocktails that will spark your imagination.
Liberty Wine Merchants
1622 Commercial DrIt's a short walk and they know their wines.
Dance the night away in trendy Yaletown! Guest DJ's, the latest fashion & inventive cocktails in a classic brick building - the perfect atmosphere for good times!
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Bar None Nightclub
1222 Hamilton StDance the night away in trendy Yaletown! Guest DJ's, the latest fashion & inventive cocktails in a classic brick building - the perfect atmosphere for good times!
Sightseeing
Against the stunning natural backdrop, there is lots to see and do in Vancouver. It is the only city where you can ski and sail in the same day (start skiing in the morning at Whistler and finish the day sailing the waters of English Bay or Burrard Inlet). Truly memorable!
As Vancouver’s premier artistic and cultural hub, this unique destination attracts millions of visitors each year from Vancouver and around the world. The charm of Granville Island lies in its unexpected mix of uses. The famous Public Market, open daily from 9 am to 7 pm, is home to more than 50 independent food purveyors and contributes to the Island’s appeal as a renowned culinary destination. In the Net Loft Shops and Railspur District, many of Canada’s best artists and designers can be found. Granville Island is home to many cultural venues and hosts numerous performing arts and cultural festivals year-round.
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Granville Island
As Vancouver’s premier artistic and cultural hub, this unique destination attracts millions of visitors each year from Vancouver and around the world. The charm of Granville Island lies in its unexpected mix of uses. The famous Public Market, open daily from 9 am to 7 pm, is home to more than 50 independent food purveyors and contributes to the Island’s appeal as a renowned culinary destination. In the Net Loft Shops and Railspur District, many of Canada’s best artists and designers can be found. Granville Island is home to many cultural venues and hosts numerous performing arts and cultural festivals year-round.
Want a water tour of the harbour on a budget? For under $5 per person you can cross Burrard Inlet on the Seabus. A part of our transit system, it provides the opportunity to see all of our port from a unique perspective. Have lunch on the other side at the Quay or grab a bus up to Grouse Mountain to ride the Gondola
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Waterfront Station
601 West Cordova StreetWant a water tour of the harbour on a budget? For under $5 per person you can cross Burrard Inlet on the Seabus. A part of our transit system, it provides the opportunity to see all of our port from a unique perspective. Have lunch on the other side at the Quay or grab a bus up to Grouse Mountain to ride the Gondola
With streets paved with cobblestones, Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in the city. While there, check out the Gastown Steam Clock, the arts & cultural attractions & the numerous restaurants
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Gastown
With streets paved with cobblestones, Gastown is the oldest neighbourhood in the city. While there, check out the Gastown Steam Clock, the arts & cultural attractions & the numerous restaurants
Stroll the streets of Chinatown, taking in the sights & smells of the ancient culture, still alive & vibrant in the cradle of Vancouver's origins. Mixed with new, trendy boutiques & eateries, Chinatown is a unique & eclectic experience!
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Chinatown
Stroll the streets of Chinatown, taking in the sights & smells of the ancient culture, still alive & vibrant in the cradle of Vancouver's origins. Mixed with new, trendy boutiques & eateries, Chinatown is a unique & eclectic experience!
The Sea to Sky Gondola experience starts at the base area. There is short-term parking, washrooms, a cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating, a children's play area, ticketing/guest services, and a gift shop. Your adventure starts with the ten-minute gondola ride to 885m above sea level. The ride up provides sweeping views of Howe Sound, the majestic coastal forest, and surrounding mountains. Once at the top, many adventures await. Guests have access to a wide array of outdoor experiences including the spectacular Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, two easy, interpretive loop trails with viewing platforms, numerous hiking trails, rock climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry access and more.
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Sea to Sky Highway
36800 British Columbia 99The Sea to Sky Gondola experience starts at the base area. There is short-term parking, washrooms, a cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating, a children's play area, ticketing/guest services, and a gift shop. Your adventure starts with the ten-minute gondola ride to 885m above sea level. The ride up provides sweeping views of Howe Sound, the majestic coastal forest, and surrounding mountains. Once at the top, many adventures await. Guests have access to a wide array of outdoor experiences including the spectacular Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, two easy, interpretive loop trails with viewing platforms, numerous hiking trails, rock climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry access and more.