Guidebook for Vancouver
Food Scene
Les Faux Bourgeois
663 E 15th AveGreat french bistro. Be sure to call for a reservation!
Great vegetarian Mexican food! They recently expanded so the lineup shouldn't be too long!
136 locals recommend
Bandidas Taqueria
2781 Commercial DrGreat vegetarian Mexican food! They recently expanded so the lineup shouldn't be too long!
Have a dosa and you'll be happy! Very popular local Indian/Sri Lankan spot.
49 locals recommend
House Of Dosas
1391 KingswayHave a dosa and you'll be happy! Very popular local Indian/Sri Lankan spot.
Grab a burger, watch the game, chat with regulars. Friendly spot to hang out.
44 locals recommend
Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood Pub
3728 Clark DrGrab a burger, watch the game, chat with regulars. Friendly spot to hang out.
A Vancouver tradition since 1928! Great for all ages - kids will love the Pirate Paks. Locals order their burger 'Triple O' for extra special sauce!
82 locals recommend
White Spot
1476 KingswayA Vancouver tradition since 1928! Great for all ages - kids will love the Pirate Paks. Locals order their burger 'Triple O' for extra special sauce!
Jethro's Fine Grub
Huge, delicious breakfasts. Enough said!
Matchstick Fraser St.
639 E 15th AveLocal coffee hangout.
The Gluten Free Epicurean
633 E 15th AveIt all tastes amazing!
Pink Peppercorn Seafood House
1485 KingswaySeafood done right.
Sal y Limón
701 KingswayMy mexican friends recommend it!
Pink Pearl Chinese Seafood Restaurant
1132 E Hastings StA Dim Sum tradition!
ChongQing on Commercial
2808 Commercial DrSpicy Szechuan food. Great for a rainy Vancouver day!
De Dutch Pannekoek House
3192 Oak StIf you love pancakes...
Nothing better than a big bowl of Pho! And it is very budget friendly.
9 locals recommend
Pho Thai Hoa Restaurant
1625 KingswayNothing better than a big bowl of Pho! And it is very budget friendly.
Stop for a coffee and pastry on your way to Trout Lake park.
38 locals recommend
Commercial Street Cafe
3599 Commercial StStop for a coffee and pastry on your way to Trout Lake park.
Pallet Coffee Roasters
323 Semlin DrNew coffee shop just around the corner.
Named Best New Restaurant in Vancouver. A great addition to the neighbourhood!
180 locals recommend
Osteria Savio Volpe
615 KingswayNamed Best New Restaurant in Vancouver. A great addition to the neighbourhood!
French Table
3916 Main StGreat atmosphere and food. Herve Martin is a wonderful host!
Special spot in the heart of Stanley Park. Great views just outside!
52 locals recommend
The Teahouse in Stanley Park
7501 Stanley Park DrSpecial spot in the heart of Stanley Park. Great views just outside!
Campagnolo Upstairs
1020 Main StStill our favorite Italian spot after many years!
Parks & Nature
Nothing beats a stroll around the lake! There is an off-leash dog park at one end, two kid's playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, a beach and picnic area. From May to October, there is a busy Farmer's Market on Saturdays.
192 locals recommend
Trout Lake Beach
Nothing beats a stroll around the lake! There is an off-leash dog park at one end, two kid's playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, a beach and picnic area. From May to October, there is a busy Farmer's Market on Saturdays.
Gorgeous trails and free suspension bridge. Perfect for nature lovers.
352 locals recommend
Lynn Canyon Park
3663 Park RdGorgeous trails and free suspension bridge. Perfect for nature lovers.
Beautiful rose gardens. Enjoy lunch or dinner at Seasons in the Park.
830 locals recommend
Queen Elizabeth Park
4600 Cambie StBeautiful rose gardens. Enjoy lunch or dinner at Seasons in the Park.
Shopping
Vancouver's original natural foods store. Lots of organics and specialty items. Family owned.
73 locals recommend
Famous Foods
1595 KingswayVancouver's original natural foods store. Lots of organics and specialty items. Family owned.
Did you forget anything? Dollar Tree is sure to have it for only $1.25.
14 locals recommend
Dollar Tree
1409 KingswayDid you forget anything? Dollar Tree is sure to have it for only $1.25.
Essentials
Just steps away from our place so easy to pick up snacks and groceries.
83 locals recommend
Save-On-Foods
1403 E King Edward AveJust steps away from our place so easy to pick up snacks and groceries.
Arts & Culture
Museum of Anthropology
6393 NW Marine DrTerrific spot to learn more about our heritage.
Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby StFeatures BC and Canadian artists, including Emily Carr.
Sightseeing
Whether you hike the Grouse Grind or take the Skyride up, the view from the top is pretty spectacular!
1038 locals recommend
Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene WayWhether you hike the Grouse Grind or take the Skyride up, the view from the top is pretty spectacular!
Granville Island
Lots to discover on Granville Island.
The world's longest continuous waterfront path of 28 kms (17 miles) is a great way to see the city by foot or bicycle. You can visit Stanley Park, Science World, Granville Island and several beaches. Lots of food and drink along the way as well!
304 locals recommend
Vancouver Seawall
The world's longest continuous waterfront path of 28 kms (17 miles) is a great way to see the city by foot or bicycle. You can visit Stanley Park, Science World, Granville Island and several beaches. Lots of food and drink along the way as well!
Drinks & Nightlife
The city's favorite live music venue - famous for its sprung dance floor.
79 locals recommend
Commodore Ballroom
868 Granville StThe city's favorite live music venue - famous for its sprung dance floor.