Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Vancouver

"This Indian inspired fusion street food is a must if you’re looking for something other than basic Western food!. This brings the flavor of India to Vancouver with popular dishes such as the mutton kebabs with curry and the butter chicken schnitzel!. They have a restaurant as well, but if you’re feeling the street food (which is why you would be reading this article), you have to check out their food truck."

"Without a doubt, Vij's is Vancouver's premier and most-celebrated Indian fine-dining restaurant. The dinner line-up begins forming around 4:30pm -- but if you do end up waiting, you have much to look forward to. Copious appetizers and sips are offered to wait-listed guests who mingle in the dim, bustling atmosphere -- this truly is part of the special experience."

"We never pass up the opportunity to chill out on this Cambie Street staple’s upper outdoor patio. Vij’s is open from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm from Wednesday to Sunday. Address: 3106 Cambie Street, VancouverPhone: 604-736-6664"

"After a stint at the Savoy in London, cooking for Mick Jagger, Prince, and a host of other glitzy celebs, Belgian chef Nico Schuermans has created the archetypal casual fine dining restaurant in Vancouver. Chambar offers an elegant room, faultless service, and a no-nonsense menu of French-/Belgian-influenced classics made with Pacific Northwest ingredients, which you’d be more than welcome to enjoy coming straight from yoga class still in your Lululemons."

"Chambar is a Belgian themed, fine dining establishment free of the pretentious attitude symptomatic of so many upscale restaurants. Chambar is housed in a historic, late nineteenth/early twentieth century structure boasting rustic pine and red birch features which make for a cosy dining experience. Chambar is a leader in sustainability, and hopes to become Vancouver’s first carbon neutral restaurant."

"If you prefer your date night to have a buzzing energy, head to Chambar. The room itself features beautiful light fixtures, earthy wood details and touches of leather that make for a vibrant and inviting room. The restaurant is lively, but you can still enjoy the conversation at your table."

"On your next visit to Granville Island, take a stroll down Ferry Dock, watch the boats go by, and treat yourself to a delicious burger from Popina Canteen. Set right on the water’s edge, this popular and delightful eatery doesn’t just boast stunning views, but also an array of mouth-watering items all made from scratch. Try their 8oz Double Cheeseburger with a secret sauce, or opt for a Crispy Free Run Chicken Sandwich for a crunchy and juicy treat."

"Speaking of crazy ice cream creations, it’s hard to overlook the ‘Puffcream’ at Popina. If you think about it, it’s simply a hilariously overfilled cream puff with some added toppings, but dang if it doesn’t look delicious and taste the part!. We think this is a great option for a sweet treat while you’re waltzing around Granville Island, so make sure to try it out yourself."

"Fast-casual restaurant Popina offers the “world’s first soft serve cream puff” from its Granville Island location. This treat comes in a variety of different flavours and features drool-worthy toppings and sauces. Just make sure the seagulls don’t snag your treat…they are ruthless."

"2815 Main Street, Vancouver Tel: (604) 709-0813 Web: https://maizalrestaurant.ca/ Twitter: @maizalyvr Instagram @maizal_yvr Advice: Open daily, counter service. Focussing on Mexican tacos and other healthy dishes from owner Rodrigo Vela’s hometown, here they make their own corn tortillas on their…"

"The folks at Mount Pleasant’s Maizal know it too, and that’s why they serve some of the best handmade tacos in the city. In fact, they’re so popular, they’ve made it to our Top 10 Taco List, and our Bucket List. They truly rank high for authentic Mexican food in Vancouver."

"Black+Bluetakes it steak very seriously, which is why they sell more of it than any other restaurant in Vancouver. Displayed proudly in the middle of their dining room are thick cuts of beef with a pink and orange wall of Himalayan salt bricks sitting behind the meat, naturally purifying the air and removing any moisture. This dry-aging process tenderizes the meat and creates the most sought after flavors."

"Ideal for a group of friends who want to try out a beautiful steakhouse such as Black + Blue. Try their prime rib, caesar salad, and finish up with their heavenly sweet butter cake. Address: 1032 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3"

"Speaking of Instagram-worthy patios, The Roof at Black + Blue has recently undergone a makeover to become a magical secret garden, just in time for spring. Where: 1032 Alberni Street, Vancouver"

"You’ll also be impressed with the rustic and charming setting at Sula Indian Restaurant (1128 Commercial Drive and 4172 Main Street) featuring antique furniture, pops of vibrant colour, and a Indian mural art. The menu at Sula is extensive but you’ll want to order fragrant seafood curries  as well as Mumbai street snacks. Sula also has a cocktail program with traditional Indian spices like tamarind, star anise, and amla."

"This traditional Indian restaurant has plenty of great takeout options for you to choose from. We go all-vegetarian when we visit Sula, preferring to sample the veggie dishes like Dal Makhani, Channa Masala, and Gobi Aloo. There are also plenty of vegan and gluten-free options should you have any dietary restrictions."

"Truly traditional Indian restaurant in Vancouver, serving exotic Indian food from different regions of south and North India prepared using aromatic spices ground in house combined with fresh herbs, served in a playful Indian inspired indoor garden"

"On June 13, 1886, there was the Great Vancouver Fire, which took many buildings with it. The Hastings Mill Store was left untouched, leaving it to be Vancouver's oldest building. It wasn't originally at this location, but was built in Gastown and was saved from demolition and put on a barge to it's current location."

"The oldest building that is still surviving in Vancouver is the Hastings Mill Store. It was once located on the South shore of the Burrard Inlet. Built in 1865 and dedicated to Captain Edward Stamp, Hastings Mill Store was used as a sawmill company under Edward’s possession."

"Stepping into Fig feels like stepping into the Emerald City in The Wizard of Oz. This beauty stop is beautifully designed and offers top-of-the-line service and treatments, including facials, vitamin and filler injections, and skin analysis sessions. 2050 West 4th Avenue"

"A legendary hangout in the hedonistic 1920s, this elegant 12-storey hotel retains much of its past glamour. An ivory and cocoa palette colours refined rooms, given a retro effect by the addition of wooden furnishings and antique-style lamps. Lavish marble staircases lead to a fine-dining restaurant and cocktail bar decorated with artworks by Damien Hirst; continue the party in a specialist gin parlour and basement live music venue, or head upstairs for sunset skyline cocktails in a rooftop bar."

"Across the street from the Vancouver Art Gallery, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Robson Street Shopping District. It offers an indoor saltwater lap pool, a spa and 24-hour room service. The rooms at the Rosewood Hotel Georgia include a flat-screen TV."

"Rosewood Hotel Georgia combines the grandeur of the Roaring 20's with contemporary elegance in the heart of Vancouver. Imbued with legacy and luxury, the hotel represents Vancouver's most stylish r..."

"A favorite among Vancouverites for sublime cuisine, fine wines and impeccable service, Les Faux Bourgeois is a popular restaurant with couples looking for an intimate, romantic spot for dinner. The French-inspired menu features signature starters of escargots de Bourgogne, country-style pork paté with homemade bread, and a variety of sweetbreads, along with entrées of mussels in white wine, canard confit, and coq au vin. The cuisine is accompanied by a range of fine wines from around the world, craft beers and local microbrews, high-end spirits, and classic cocktails."

"Les Faux Bourgeois is a favorite among Vancouverites because the food is excellent, the atmosphere is warm, and the price is right. You don't have to spend a bundle to enjoy classic French cuisine in Vancouver, making this spot a perfect place to take a date. The dishes are ample in size and most mains are under $25."

"One of Vancouver’s most acclaimed restaurants, Le Crocodile blends traditional French cooking with innovative West Coast style. Chef Michel Jacob opened the restaurant upon his arrival in Vancouver, seeking to match and achieve the level of culinary standards and service of the finest restaurant in his hometown of Strasbourg, the three-star Michelin restaurant Au Crocodile. Thirty years later, with some of the original staff still there, Le Crocodile is at the top of the list for business people who want to impress a client, and generation after generation of families have passed through the restaurant’s doors."

"Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the acclaimed Le Crocodile, in the heart of downtown Vancouver, remains steadfast in its French fine dining roots elevated by chef and owner Michel Jacob’s “innovative West Coast style” and “Alsatian flair.”. Location: 100 - 909 Burrard St."

"A post shared by 🐙仔 (@celine_wwwdi) on Jul 19, 2018 at 11:20pm PDT. One of Vancouver’s most upscale French restaurants, this elegant space serves classic French cuisine. Their menu has a little bit of everything, with fois-grais terrine, veal sweetbreads and grilled sable fish."

"At The French Table, you'll find traditional French food prepared by master chef Hervé Martin, the former chef and owner at The Hermitage on Robson St, which had a run of 24-years-strong. The restaurant’s “uncomplicated but innovative French cuisine” features items like the marinated salmon with baby dill, creme fraiche and crostini, and sweet breads grenobloise with capers, parsley, lemon butter and celeriac remoulade. Location: 3916 Main St."

"Here’s a restaurant whose charm is held intact by the fact that the founder and owner of the restaurant comes from a tradition of excellence in French cuisine. Chef Herve Martin is mighty proud to share with Vancouver (and the rest of the world) all of his creations, through The French Table. What that means, then, is a food experience that is not just charming, but also delicious."