Guidebook for Vancouver
Food Scene
One of the best pizzerias in town. The secret is the dough - it's one of the few places in Vancouver that achieves the chewy 'mochi-mochi' texture that characterises true Napoletana-style pizzas. Also because it's only 3 blocks from our place :-)
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Via Tevere Pizzeria
1190 Victoria DrOne of the best pizzerias in town. The secret is the dough - it's one of the few places in Vancouver that achieves the chewy 'mochi-mochi' texture that characterises true Napoletana-style pizzas. Also because it's only 3 blocks from our place :-)
No-nonsense Indian fare - as hole-in-the-wall as you can get in Vancouver. My son swears by Riaz's Chicken Saag and Garlic Naan. If he had his way, he would be going there every single day (it's that good).
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Tandoori Palace
1439 Commercial DrNo-nonsense Indian fare - as hole-in-the-wall as you can get in Vancouver. My son swears by Riaz's Chicken Saag and Garlic Naan. If he had his way, he would be going there every single day (it's that good).
Why do you come to Vancouver? For the best Hong Kong-style Chinese food of course! Deer Garden is as good as it gets. It's signature 'dish' is a piping hot bowl of noodles in fish broth. And no, the broth is not fishy at all, and you'll swear it doesn't have any fish in it (it does). It has several locations, and the Fraser Street branch is the one closest to our place.
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Deer Garden Signatures
6270 Fraser StWhy do you come to Vancouver? For the best Hong Kong-style Chinese food of course! Deer Garden is as good as it gets. It's signature 'dish' is a piping hot bowl of noodles in fish broth. And no, the broth is not fishy at all, and you'll swear it doesn't have any fish in it (it does). It has several locations, and the Fraser Street branch is the one closest to our place.
Likely one of Vancouver’s best kept secrets, Hida Takayama Ramen is a no-frills experience for Ramen purists. Located inside the Robson Square Market, this little gem is the only ramen restaurant in the city who makes their noodles in house with premium-grade Ramen flour imported from Japan. Their broth takes three days to prepare, and contains no MSG. The Chashu (pork slices) here is generously portioned, super-delicious, and tender.
Hida Takayama Ramen
1610 Robson StLikely one of Vancouver’s best kept secrets, Hida Takayama Ramen is a no-frills experience for Ramen purists. Located inside the Robson Square Market, this little gem is the only ramen restaurant in the city who makes their noodles in house with premium-grade Ramen flour imported from Japan. Their broth takes three days to prepare, and contains no MSG. The Chashu (pork slices) here is generously portioned, super-delicious, and tender.
Consistently good and fast, and they open 24 hours. The owners Jim and Judy are extremely friendly, but they're only there during day time on weekdays ;-)
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Pho Extreme Xe Lua
457 W BroadwayConsistently good and fast, and they open 24 hours. The owners Jim and Judy are extremely friendly, but they're only there during day time on weekdays ;-)
Reasonably-priced Indian vegetarian buffet and bottomless chai - need I say more?
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All India Sweets & Restaurant
6560 Main StReasonably-priced Indian vegetarian buffet and bottomless chai - need I say more?
A downtown institution that serves up Korean home-style comfort food since the beginning of time.
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Ma Dang Goul
847 Denman StA downtown institution that serves up Korean home-style comfort food since the beginning of time.
Pretty much the only establishment on Main Street that doesn't cater to hipsters nowadays. Very authentic Cantonese fare - their Won Ton Noodles and congee are definitely some of the best in town.
Kwong Chow Congee & Noodle House
3163 Main StPretty much the only establishment on Main Street that doesn't cater to hipsters nowadays. Very authentic Cantonese fare - their Won Ton Noodles and congee are definitely some of the best in town.
Doogh and Koobideh anyone? With a high concentration of Persian people living in North/West Vancouver, its food has to be good. If you like meat and rice, this place is for you.
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Cazba Restaurant
132 16th St WDoogh and Koobideh anyone? With a high concentration of Persian people living in North/West Vancouver, its food has to be good. If you like meat and rice, this place is for you.
The best espresso in town - well-balanced with just the right amount of acidity, strong caramel note, and not excessively smoky.
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Turks Coffee Bar
1276 Commercial DrThe best espresso in town - well-balanced with just the right amount of acidity, strong caramel note, and not excessively smoky.
There are many great sushi restaurants in Vancouver, but this is one of our favorites since it is delicious, beautifully presented, and great quality for a decent price!
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Tatsu Japanese Bistro
1441 Commercial DrThere are many great sushi restaurants in Vancouver, but this is one of our favorites since it is delicious, beautifully presented, and great quality for a decent price!
You make your own meal at your personal induction cooking station - perfect for a cold, rainy day... Or any day really. Our kids love the experience and it's one of their favourite restaurants. May seem pricey because tips are already included in the price.
Nabebugyo Hot Pot Cuisine
3190 Cambie StYou make your own meal at your personal induction cooking station - perfect for a cold, rainy day... Or any day really. Our kids love the experience and it's one of their favourite restaurants. May seem pricey because tips are already included in the price.
One of the best dim sum and Chinese formal diners in town that just happens to be within walking distance from our home.
Cindys Palace
1796 Nanaimo StOne of the best dim sum and Chinese formal diners in town that just happens to be within walking distance from our home.
The best dim sum restaurant in Vancouver in terms of price and quality, bar none.
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Western Lake Chinese Seafood Restaurant
4989 Victoria DrThe best dim sum restaurant in Vancouver in terms of price and quality, bar none.
If Hida Takayama Ramen is the best-kept secret in town, then Santouka is the worst-kept secret. It's Hokkaido-style shio ramen, with it's creamy tonkotsu broth bursting with umami, is hands down the best in Vancouver (don't forget to ask for the vinegar).
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Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
1690 Robson StIf Hida Takayama Ramen is the best-kept secret in town, then Santouka is the worst-kept secret. It's Hokkaido-style shio ramen, with it's creamy tonkotsu broth bursting with umami, is hands down the best in Vancouver (don't forget to ask for the vinegar).
Parks & Nature
Don't get suckered into paying to walk across a suspension bridge - this one is where the locals go and is completely free! Plus, a 10-minute gentle hike from the suspension bridge brings you to the 30-Foot Pool, a favourite summer hang-out that is guaranteed to make you lose track of time.
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林恩峽谷公園
3663 Park RdDon't get suckered into paying to walk across a suspension bridge - this one is where the locals go and is completely free! Plus, a 10-minute gentle hike from the suspension bridge brings you to the 30-Foot Pool, a favourite summer hang-out that is guaranteed to make you lose track of time.
A Vancouver icon, Stanley Park offers a scenic seawall, 3 beaches, a swimming pool, and a spray park for family fun. If you don't mind spending money, the Vancouver Aquarium is a great place to spend the day (and to learn a thing or two about aquatic creatures). During summer Stanley Park also features Tuesday evening drum circles at 3rd Beach and outdoor movie nights at 2nd Beach.
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史丹利公園
610 Pipeline RdA Vancouver icon, Stanley Park offers a scenic seawall, 3 beaches, a swimming pool, and a spray park for family fun. If you don't mind spending money, the Vancouver Aquarium is a great place to spend the day (and to learn a thing or two about aquatic creatures). During summer Stanley Park also features Tuesday evening drum circles at 3rd Beach and outdoor movie nights at 2nd Beach.
Entertainment & Activities
A former industrial wasteland, Granville Island is now a prime tourist spot even the locals cannot resist. It has a public market (based on the Pike Place Market concept in Seattle), artist studios, unique local shops, busker performances, and a free spray park with a giant slide for kids.
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格蘭維爾島
A former industrial wasteland, Granville Island is now a prime tourist spot even the locals cannot resist. It has a public market (based on the Pike Place Market concept in Seattle), artist studios, unique local shops, busker performances, and a free spray park with a giant slide for kids.
Search for 平民夜總會 (meaning "poor people's nightclub") in Google and you'll find pictures of Temple Street in Hong Kong, and that's pretty much what the Richmond Night Market is. This is where you'll meet the next ShamWow guy, find cheap knock-offs, and covet the most kawaii cover for your latest iPhone. Did I mention it's also a street-food heaven? Do yourself a favour and go with an empty stomach.
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Richmond Night Market
8351 River RdSearch for 平民夜總會 (meaning "poor people's nightclub") in Google and you'll find pictures of Temple Street in Hong Kong, and that's pretty much what the Richmond Night Market is. This is where you'll meet the next ShamWow guy, find cheap knock-offs, and covet the most kawaii cover for your latest iPhone. Did I mention it's also a street-food heaven? Do yourself a favour and go with an empty stomach.
Essentials
This popular local grocery store has great prices, a variety of fresh produce and other groceries as well as a great selection of meats, cheeses, and other deli items.
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Santa Barbara Market
1322 1322 Commercial DrThis popular local grocery store has great prices, a variety of fresh produce and other groceries as well as a great selection of meats, cheeses, and other deli items.
Bosa Foods
562 Victoria DrYou'll find everything Italian here.
Getting Around
The main transit hub closest to our place where you can purchase transit passes, hop on the Skytrain, or take the #99 B-Line Express all the way to UBC.
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Commercial Platform 3 station
The main transit hub closest to our place where you can purchase transit passes, hop on the Skytrain, or take the #99 B-Line Express all the way to UBC.
Sightseeing
Don't let the name fool you - the Chinatown in Vancouver has become as diverse and multi-cultural as Canada itself. Yes, you can still find the traditional herbal shops, vegetable markets, and merchants selling Chinese curios. It's also home to the iconic Phnom Penh restaurant, New Town Bakery, and the one and only Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden. However, thanks to gentrification, you can also find the hippest, trendiest cafés (Matchsticks, Propaganda, etc.), dessert joints (Crackle Crème), and restaurants (The Ramen's Butcher, Bao Bei, etc.)
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Vancouver Chinatown Festival
100 Keefer StDon't let the name fool you - the Chinatown in Vancouver has become as diverse and multi-cultural as Canada itself. Yes, you can still find the traditional herbal shops, vegetable markets, and merchants selling Chinese curios. It's also home to the iconic Phnom Penh restaurant, New Town Bakery, and the one and only Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden. However, thanks to gentrification, you can also find the hippest, trendiest cafés (Matchsticks, Propaganda, etc.), dessert joints (Crackle Crème), and restaurants (The Ramen's Butcher, Bao Bei, etc.)