Cheap Places to Eat in British Columbia

"A post shared by Chambar Restaurant (@chambar_restaurant) on Jun 23, 2020 at 4:46pm PDT. This much-loved local brunch spot has a stellar outdoor space boasting greenery, brick-lined walls, and menus to enjoy from breakfast to dinner. Address: 568 Beatty Street, VancouverPhone: 604-879-7119"

"Vancouver's beloved carbon-neutral Belgian eatery has nailed dinner service for years. Now, you can head to Beatty Street for outstanding brunch, as well. Their 11-item menu is meat-forward but vegans can find options or modify."

"A cozy and elegant Belgian restaurant (located in Chinatown) with breakfast every day and a lengthy brunch menu on the weekends."

"A Lebanese restaurant, they can be found in a couple of neighbourhoods around Vancouver serving up local and organic foods where possible. While they’re not a fully vegan restaurant, they offer plenty of items for the vegan eater. Everything is clearly marked on the menu and there are often vegan options for meals that are otherwise vegetarian."

"Nuba is one of Vancouver's favorite restaurants and over the years has expanded to multiple locations across the city. Nuba specializes in Lebanese dishes that satisfy a variety of different appetites. On the menu, you'll find hummus and baba ghanouj to the falafel and grilled meats so there's really no shortage of choice."

"Order one of the plates with a side of their housemade hot sauce. There are a few locations, including one in Yaletown and Gastown. Great spot to go with friends or for a lunch meeting."

"Originally a food truck, Chickpea is now a full-service restaurant in Vancouver since 2017. It is officially a 100 percent vegan restaurant and boasts a massive menu that includes delicacies like Hatzil Baladi (a delicacy made from eggplant), Cauliflower of Life, Falafel, Shwarma (marinated tempeh), Shnitzelonim (crispy smoked tofu), and more. Visit once and you will feel like coming here again very soon."

"For a flavorful taste of the Mediterranean, and all the goodness of Middle Eastern cuisine, there is the popular Chickpea that most Vancouverites know and love. A vegetarian haven, and with some great gluten-free and vegan options, this is one truck you will want to chase down for a truly delicious meal. Their fries are a must-try and just a delight to sample."

"Chickpea's the place to be for delicious plant-based comfort food with a Mediterranean twist. Our innovative dishes are created with love and served by friendly staff. We recommend trying the Falafel Platter, Lox Benechickm and Cauliflower of"

"A post shared by Renee Yeung | Food & Travel (@thebellydiaries) on Dec 4, 2019 at 2:18pm PST. Offering an excellent selection of vegan pizzas and dairy-free ice cream, Virtuous Pie has made a name for itself over the last few years. Now boasting two Vancouver locations, you can try pizzas such as Ultraviolet (walnut and arugula pesto, cashew mozzarella, tomatoes, kale, caramelized onion, and pine nuts), and Superfunghi (wild mushrooms, potato cream and, mozzarella) to name a few."

"A big meal here doesn’t leave you feeling regretful, bloated or like you need to go run 10km. Tip: Stranger Wings is the cult favorite. Order with all the dipping sauces!!"

"This massive 874 hectares park is located in the University Endowment Lands, on Point Grey to the west of the city of Vancouver, British Columbia. It surrounds the endowment lands of the University of British Columbia on the shores of Georgia Strait in the Pacific Ocean. Located on the west side of the city of Vancouver, the Pacific Spirit Regional Park offers a network of trails popular with locals and tourists alike and accessible year-round."

"Located in the western part of Vancouver, the Pacific Spirit Regional Park separates the city from the University of British Columbia. The park is full of various trails, perfect for spending the mornings running or cycling through the forest or having afternoon picnics on the beaches. Pacific Spirit Regional Park, 5495 Chancellor Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1E4, Canada"

"Bring a book, some food, and your friends to Pacific Spirit Park to watch the waves crash against the shore and look out to the distant mountains that will remind you why we call it beautiful BC."

"The dairy queen first started its establishment in 1938 in Illinois; it was a father and son partnership which they contacted one of their friends and customers to introduce their new dessert, which was a soft frozen dairy product, and in the trial sale, it made a great success with selling more than 1500. after that and the time of world war 2, the franchise started expanding that after the war, there were 100 dairy queen stores, and it grew to more than 1440 stores in 1950 and is still expanding and has become one of the largest franchises all around the world; the dairy queen is the place for any kind of people from kids sports teams to families and business people who want to have a great food an lunch. Dairy queen serves different kinds of meals such as chicken strips and burgers and snacks; it also has an item called treats, which are signature made drinks and desserts and cone ice creams and sundaes; they also have shakes and smoothies, which are also a signature of the restaurant."

"A post shared by Clothes and Collectibles (@clothesandcollectibles) on Jun 14, 2016 at 11:28am PDT. Wander over to Vancouver’s West End neighbourhood mini-mall to stock up on inexpensive school and office supplies at discount retailer Dollarama. No phone is beyond repair when you bring it to the electronics technicians at Cellular Repair."

"Admire the luxury fashions and accessories at Gucci before heading over to Hudson’s Bay Company to search for more affordable ready-to-wear options. Indulge in a creamy brown-sugar bubble tea at Xing Fu Tang before investigating the quality selection of wines at St. Regis Fine Wines and Spirits. Have a quick coffee break or lunch at Tim Horton’s before heading over to Granville Station to catch your train to other exciting Vancouver locations."

"Venture into Aberdeen Centre or one of the other nearby malls to find yourself transported to Asia, complete with supermarkets, tea shops, household goods and any number of exclusive Asian brands, all yours for the browsing. Then take a short walk along the waterfront pathway to the ROX – Richmond Olympic Experience. Located in the speed skating venue from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the ROX features simulators so you can experience what world class athletes feel when they compete. At the south edge of Richmond is the fishing village of Steveston."

"More than 160 stores pack this Asian mall, which is anchored by a Daiso (a ubiquitous Japanese dollar store). Shoppers can stock up on trendy Korean skin-care products at Aritaum, Tony Moly, and Nature Republic, or browse everything from herbal..."

"A post shared by Rosemary Rocksalt (@rosemaryrocksalt) on Jan 8, 2019 at 5:16pm PST. The savoury counterpart to doughnuts, Rosemary Rocksalt’s Montreal-style bagels have the most delightful chew that goes oh so well with their house mixed cream cheese spreads. There are multiple flavours to choose from, but we are partial to their namesake Rosemary Rocksalt variety."

"Melo is a newer entry on this list but they've sprung up as a viable option in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood. This almond croissant features a good rise and a slight candied crunch to the top almond layer. The inside leaves much to be desired with only a smidgen of almond paste within."

"If you want to feel like you’ve been transported to another continent and into an authentic European Bakery, then step through the doors of Thierry. This beautiful establishment is pure class and a haven for anyone with a sweet-tooth, and a pleasure for those with an eye for detail. Renowned maitre artisan Chocolatier and Patissier offers a wide selection of breads and baked goods that will leave you with a lasting impression, so take the plunge and treat yourself to a super-sweet experience."

"For the lover of traditional black forest, treat them to the Foret Noir (Romeo) and for that special someone who adores white chocolate and vanilla bean, the Foret Blanc (Juliet) is a perfect pairing. Romeo and Juliet cakes will be available only on February 14th, starting at 9 am, and are not available for pre-order. #VeryThierry 📷: @leilalikes"

"Born in Auvergne, Thierry Busset trained with European masters before taking his pastry prowess to London’s Le Gavroche and Marco Pierre White (both of which peaked at three Michelin stars). His talent even tamed the famously mercurial Gordon..."