Guidebook for Vancouver
Food Scene
A hidden gem. This sushi joint has been around for years. Don't let the exterior fool you - some of the freshest and best tasting sushi around can be found here! Excellent value for excellent quality.
11 locals recommend
Koko Japanese Restaurant Ltd
2053 E Hastings StA hidden gem. This sushi joint has been around for years. Don't let the exterior fool you - some of the freshest and best tasting sushi around can be found here! Excellent value for excellent quality.
This taco joint has humble beginnings in Tofino, BC. It has now expanded to 5 locations in Vancouver and is a locals favourite. Check out their famous tacos but don't miss their handcrafted cocktails either!
147 locals recommend
Tacofino Commissary
2327 E Hastings StThis taco joint has humble beginnings in Tofino, BC. It has now expanded to 5 locations in Vancouver and is a locals favourite. Check out their famous tacos but don't miss their handcrafted cocktails either!
This gem was featured on The Food Network's "Diners Driveins and Dives". It is a famous breakfast and brunch spot and known for its omelettes and famous "Pulled Pork Pancakes". Get here early - it is not unusual to see a long line here!
166 locals recommend
The Red Wagon
2128 E Hastings StThis gem was featured on The Food Network's "Diners Driveins and Dives". It is a famous breakfast and brunch spot and known for its omelettes and famous "Pulled Pork Pancakes". Get here early - it is not unusual to see a long line here!
A train station themed coffee shop with a good selection of baked goodies and sandwiches. Try the "shakerato" - espresso shaken over ice. Delicious.
79 locals recommend
Platform 7 Coffee
2331 E Hastings StA train station themed coffee shop with a good selection of baked goodies and sandwiches. Try the "shakerato" - espresso shaken over ice. Delicious.
Uniquely decorated coffee shop with great snacks and breakfast and amazing coffee. A classic Americano or Latte is the way to go here!
73 locals recommend
Pallet Coffee Roasters
323 Semlin DrUniquely decorated coffee shop with great snacks and breakfast and amazing coffee. A classic Americano or Latte is the way to go here!
Cuban fusion-inspired food including tacos and a killer Jambalaya. Also a great spot for hand crafted cocktails and a great atmosphere.
153 locals recommend
Havana Vancouver
1212 Commercial DrCuban fusion-inspired food including tacos and a killer Jambalaya. Also a great spot for hand crafted cocktails and a great atmosphere.
Authentic Mexican food and tasty cocktails. Great spot for delicious food and cocktails - and of course, a great selection of tequila and mescal.
155 locals recommend
La Mezcaleria
1622 Commercial DrAuthentic Mexican food and tasty cocktails. Great spot for delicious food and cocktails - and of course, a great selection of tequila and mescal.
Drinks & Nightlife
Excellent craft brewery. Try the Ruby Tears - a red ale with some great hops!
130 locals recommend
Parallel 49 Brewing Company
1950 Triumph StExcellent craft brewery. Try the Ruby Tears - a red ale with some great hops!
St. Augustine's
2360 Commercial DrThis trendy cocktail bar is a popular music venue in Vancouver. It features live music seven nights per week and crafty pub-style food and drinks.
57 locals recommend
Libra Room
1608 Commercial DrThis trendy cocktail bar is a popular music venue in Vancouver. It features live music seven nights per week and crafty pub-style food and drinks.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful views of the North Shore mountains with a nice walking trail to explore.
40 locals recommend
New Brighton Park
3201 New Brighton RdBeautiful views of the North Shore mountains with a nice walking trail to explore.
An urban oasis complete with a pool, beaches, and surrounded by the Seawall - an excellent place to rent some bikes or go for a run and take in the sites.
2658 locals recommend
Stanley Park
610 Pipeline RdAn urban oasis complete with a pool, beaches, and surrounded by the Seawall - an excellent place to rent some bikes or go for a run and take in the sites.
Sightseeing
Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano RdShopping
Vancouver's famous Robson Street boasts all the stores you could want. From high-end shopping to budget-friendly stores, there is something on Robson Street for everyone.
789 locals recommend
Robson Street
1155 Robson StVancouver's famous Robson Street boasts all the stores you could want. From high-end shopping to budget-friendly stores, there is something on Robson Street for everyone.
Everything you need in one spot! High-end shopping at Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, and Hudsons Bay as well as casual shopping at Hollister, Abercrombie and Fitch and much more!
571 locals recommend
CF Pacific Centre
701 W Georgia StEverything you need in one spot! High-end shopping at Nordstrom, Holt Renfrew, and Hudsons Bay as well as casual shopping at Hollister, Abercrombie and Fitch and much more!
Arts & Culture
Vancouver Art Gallery
750 Hornby St