Best Diners in Bowen Island

"The Wallflower is a place for all types of eaters: vegans, celiacs and omnivores. This casual, hipster joint offers breakfast every day until 4PM and is often lined up on weekends. Try the polenta omelette with your choice of fillings -- it gets my vote for best vegan brunch plate in town."

"The Wallflower specialises in offering veganised classic comfort food. There are scrambles for brunch and all the typical diner breakfast food you’d expect only plant-based. The vegan peanut butter banana French toast goes down very well!"

"A locals' favourite, The Wallflower has something for everyone, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. For brunch, try their polenta omelette (my favourite 'egg' dish in town!)."

"A post shared by Lucy’s Eastside Diner (@lucyseastsidediner). Lucy’s Eastside Diner is an all-day breakfast joint that invokes the spirit of the classic North American diner with an unexpected flair. Their menu offers a basic buttermilk pancake stack and a pulled pork variety also."

"A post shared by Lucy’s Eastside Diner (@lucyseastsidediner) on Aug 5, 2016 at 7:05am PDT. Stacks of pancakes at Lucy’s will satisfy your every craving!. This classic American diner will transport you back to the days of poodle skirts and two-strawed milkshakes – 24 hours a day."

"Open 24 hours, Lucy’s is better as a novelty meal than as a destination breakfast. If you want the best experience, go one night after some heavy drinking and treat yourself to one of the signature milkshakes and their fried egg sandwich. Hours: Open 24/7Where: 2708 Main Street"

"The Templeton won an outstanding achievement award from the BC heritage society back in 1997 and has been a diner since 1934 under various names. Probably the highest quality diner on this list, The Templeton is the place to go when your parents or grandparents want to have a great breakfast in a setting they would have experienced as kids. Hours: Sunday/Tuesday to Thursday, 8:30AM-10PM, Friday/Saturday, 8:30AM-11PM and Sunday, 8:30AM-11PMWhere: 1087 Granville Street"

"A post shared by The Templeton Diner (@thetempleton) on Apr 21, 2018 at 2:11pm PDT. Organic and nostalgic, that’s what you’ll find on the menu of this Vancouver dive. This old-style diner serves up classic breakfasts just like your mom used to make, as well as some boozy shakes just like your “fun” aunt used to sneak you."

"Old school dinner The Templeton is one of our favourite places to head for a basic brekkie. All-day breakfast is the name of the game here, and that means you can order this spot’s buttermilk or pulled pork pancakes for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Address: 1087 Granville Street, VancouverPhone: 604-685-4612"

"A post shared by Ovaltine Cafe (@ovaltinecafeyvr) on Feb 5, 2017 at 11:03am PST. As one of Vancouver’s oldest restaurants, the Ovaltine Cafe has withstood the test of time with some of the best home-style french toast and cuppa joes. Address: 251 E Hastings Street, VancouverPhone: 604-685-7021"

"One of the oldest restaurants in Vancouver, Ovaltine has been in operation since 1943. Great food and one of the best diner atmospheres in the city, check out our full write up on the Ovaltine here. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 6:30AM-6PM and Sunday, 6:30AM-2PMWhere: 251 E Hastings Street"

"Like being inside Edward Hopper's Nighthawks diner painting, this time-capsule greasy spoon instantly transports you to the 1940s. Snag a booth alongside the hospital-green walls or, better yet, slide onto a... Top ChoiceSeafood in Yaletown & Granville Island"

"Douce Diner has brought from-scratch diner-style breakfast to the North Shore. Offering up breakfast and lunch fare daily, with some brunch-style weekend features, Douce Diner focuses on classic breakfast offerings and hearty, satisfying meals."

"These are challenging times, to say the least, and we hope you're well, staying healthy and finding new ways to support each other amidst this uncertain environment. At Douce Diner, we celebrate social gatherings and feel sad to see our tables"

"6345 Fraser Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-322-1001 Web: www.magdasrestaurant.ca Twitter: n/a Advice: No reservations. Some of my friends and I often get together on Sunday mornings for breakfast at various eateries around the city, each of us takes turns on suggesting…"

"With two locations in Vancouver, Deacon’s Corner started in Gastown in 2009 and hasn’t looked back since. The food is a little more classy here, but the menu items are just as blue collar as anywhere else. Case in point is the Big Mountie, which uses three slices of brioche, pulled pork, swiss cheese and fried chicken."

"A post shared by Caroline (@c4roline.eats) on Jan 31, 2017 at 4:52pm PST. A classic diner serving up some great grub to curb those hunger pangs. They have two locations, one in Gastown and one in Kits."

"This North Van spot is best known for their awesome lunch buffet. $12 gets you a selection of AYCE Indian food with unlimited naan bread, listing it as a top contender in both cheap eats, and AYCE prices. Address: 116 15th Street E, North VancouverPhone: 604-986-7555"

"If you find yourself deep in the south, or you’re making a trip to Ikea in Richmond, then this is the spot for you. Nestled inside Northern Building Supply, the Northern Cafe is the most authentic diner on this list. Grab some lumber or hardware, then treat yourself to a burger or some chicken strips before you start your home improvement project."

"A post shared by Jill (@jillonjill) on Jul 26, 2017 at 12:11pm PDT. This hole-in-the-wall diner is definitely one to keep on your radar. It’s literally above a hardware store."

"Every café sells baked treats, but Their There in the beachside neighborhood of Kitsilano takes its carbs as seriously as its caffeine. After all, the nuanced notes of a single-origin Kenyan coffee deserve the equally sophisticated sweetness of Thai tea cronuts with lemongrass glaze and candied Thai basil. Their There sources beans from roasters like Vancouver’s Luna, while baking kouign-amanns, croissants and donuts in house."

"We’ve been so hyped up about Their There that we recently wrote an article just to talk about the specialty flavours. Turns out, if you want our attention, all you have to do is put ‘Froot Loops’, ‘Mochi’ and ‘Donuts’ together and actually bring the flavour to back it up. Word to the wise- this sounds relatively easy, but boy howdy do we know a lot of TLC goes into each donut here."

"Their There is brought to us by the same folks behind ultra-cool eatery AnnaLena. Aside from having a killer atmosphere in the heart of Kits, the new spot offers a delicious selection of breakfast sandwiches, lunchtime eats, and baked goods along with amazing coffee. Address: 2042 West 4th Avenue, VancouverPhone: 778-379-4052"

"A post shared by The Coffee Bar (@coffeebar_gastown) on Mar 19, 2020 at 4:42pm PDT. As it says in the name, this is the coffee bar. Stop by here for a cup of coffee, a nice pastry, and to just hang out in general."

"One of Gastown's most popular cafes serving properly pulled 49th Parallel espresso. Much of their baking is done in-house daily; other high-end items are sourced locally. Enjoy savouring your latte?"

"If you’re looking for something a little less traditional and a little more diverse in style for your birthday celebrations, Remi Patisserie is definitely for you. This adorable bakery creates cakes where “you can find a little taste of France, Italy, and Asia in,” as quoted by the owner. We love his Cloud Cake but honestly, the entire menu is a must try and would work for a birthday cake, from rich Mango Sago cakes to elegant Thai Tea flavours, his cakes are almost too beautiful to eat, and the perfect gift for the birthday boy or girl in your life."

"Years ago, when he landed a summer job at a French Bistro, young and enterprising Remi Ho discovered the world of pastry making and was instantly inspired. His love for baking grew into a passion, and eventually resulted in a delightful bakery called Remi Patisserie located in Vancouver. This true success story melts our hearts, and the yummy treats Chef Remi concocts to perfection, keeps us going back for more."

"A true neighborhood restaurant that combines classic comfort with a relaxed sophistication, Honey Salt delivers a contemporary experience complemented by the warmth and style of its dedicated owners. Serving chef-driven, farm to table cuisine with an emphasis on locally and regionally sourced ingredients that highlight the bounty of British Columbia in an approachable and comfortable setting."

"For an Ocean Wise, as well as a gluten- and dairy-free option, head to Honey Salt (Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street) for their poke bowl, consisting of Ocean Wise BC albacore, cilantro-miso dressing, avocado, cucumber, orange segments, and black rice."

"Serving chef-driven, farm to table cuisine with an emphasis on locally and regionally sourced ingredients that highlight the bounty of British Columbia."