Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Granville Island

"Bordered by the English Bay and the Vancouver Harbor, Stanley Park is completely surrounded by water and has some of the city’s most beautiful views. This lush green forest is full of plants found only in the area and can be viewed from the many paths and trails that run through the park, including the Seawall, a stone wall that surrounds the park and runs along the water’s edge. The park is also home to Vancouver’s Aquarium and several restaurants and snack bars to make spending the day in the woods easy."

"This magnificent 404-hectare park combines excellent attractions with a mystical natural aura. Don’t miss a stroll or cycle (rentals near the W Georgia St entrance) around the 8.8km seawall: a kind of visual spa treatment fringed by a 150,000-tree temperate rainforest, it’ll take you past the park’s popular totem poles."

"Delicious vegetarian and vegan food, a romantic space and craft cocktails make The Acorn a charming spot for a night a date night. As you walk into the dimly lit restaurant, cozy up and order a cocktail while you eye the menu. If you're off the booze, they also have a handful of tasty non-alcoholic options that are fun to sip."

"Charred Brussels Sprouts, Spruce Tip Vinaigrette, Fermented Celery Leaf Goats Cheese, Spruced Cured Egg Yolk. Last night for this dish and last night of Dine Out!"

"One of downtown Vancouver’s most notable landmarks, the Vancouver Art Gallery's exhibits range from cutting-edge, contemporary work to historic masters. The gallery is home to more than 9,000 works of art, including the largest collection of paintings by the famous British Columbian artist Emily Carr and a world-renowned collection of contemporary photo-based work. If you're on a budget, you'll be glad to know that you can get in by donation (without a set admissions fee) every Tuesday from 5 to 9 p.m."

"Scope out the cool architecture (such as that of the Vancouver Public Library), check out the Vancouver Art Gallery or window shop on Robson Street (Vancouver’s version of Rodeo Drive). End your walk at Trees Organic Coffee on the edge of Gastown. It’s a great place to people watch, especially because it’s conveniently located next to an Instagrammable pink street. Not only do you get to watch people take cheesy photos, but you can take some of your own as well."

"Completed in 1986 and set in the city’s historic Chinatown neighborhood, this urban park is a genuine replica of a classical Ming Dynasty Chinese scholar’s garden—a first outside of China, and a welcome respite from the surrounding area’s occasionally challenging vibe. Built by a team of 53 Chinese master craftsmen, everything in the garden with the exception of local plants was shipped from China, from the roof tiles of the graceful pagodas to the limestone rocks quarried from Lake Tai. For the full experience, you’ll want to do a guided tour that traces the arc of the city’s Chinese community, a critical part of Vancouver’s past and present."

"Here’s a Chinatown treasure, perhaps the most culturally rich of all parks overseen by the Vancouver Parks Board. (Admission to the adjoining Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Garden costs about $15, depending on the season.) With willows, bamboo, craggy rocks, pagodas and a pond dotted with lily pads and filled with koi, this photo-ready site is will make you feel a world away. Both the free and paid portions of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens are currently closed but will reopen July 3"

"The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park and Classical Chinese Garden in Vancouver is a tranquil garden right in the heart of Chinatown."

"Chambar is a Belgian-style restaurant, fine dining, free from scandalous parking for many fine restaurants. is housed in a historic building dating back to the late nineteenth / early twentieth century, and it boasts a mixture of pine trees and red plum, which makes it a relaxing dining experience. Chambar is a leader in sustainability and hopes to become the first carbon neutral restaurant in Vancouver."

"Awarded ‘Best New Restaurant’ in 2004, Chambar is the perfect balance of fine dining without the formalities; the food is exceptional, with a commitment to fresh seasonal produce, Belgian themed with North African influence."

"This gem, tucked behind the PNE/Playland grounds offers plenty to do even as the roller coasters within view remain silent. It’s got four beach volleyball courts, a soccer field with a surrounding track, ping pong tables, a parkour course, a bike skills area, an accessible playground, perimeter biking and walking paths and a skateboard hangout. Something for everyone."

"Cioppino’s is one of the best Mediterranean restaurants across Canada. Perhaps the most famous restaurant for light but fancy pasta dishes. It is noteworthy that « Pino », which is referred to as « Cuchina Natural », uses only the freshest ingredients, and prepares them in ways that allow their strong natural flavours to appear without adding animal fats and other heavy ingredients."

"A post shared by Pino Posteraro (@cioppinosyaletown) on Nov 5, 2018 at 12:39pm PST. Cioppino’s offers classic Mediterranean cooking (and amazing pasta) in the heart of Yaletown. With Chef-Owner Giuseppe “Pino” Posteraro at the helm of the kitchen, diners are always in good hands here."

"An underrated spot in Yaletown that has perfected ‘modern Italian’ cuisine. We’re always surprised to find that some of our friends have yet to go because we assume everyone would have recognized just how tasty this spot is. Hours: Monday to Friday, 5PM-9PM and Saturday/Sunday, 5PM-9:30PMWhere: 869 Hamilton Street"

"A post shared by SARAH MICHELLE (@sarahhmiichellle) on Apr 28, 2018 at 10:07pm PDT. This cozy, romantic modern Italian restaurant is the perfect place to head for a quality bite in the heart of Yaletown. Address: 869 Hamilton Street, VancouverPhone: 604-569-2535"

"A relatively new name in the city, Mello has opted for a pretty specific type of donut- brioche, and essentially all the filled versions. What that means for us is an array of some delicious flavours, ranging from London Fog to Black Sesame and classic Strawberry. Pro tip- you get a pretty serious discount buying a half-dozen, so maybe take these to your next small dinner party as dessert."

"49th Parallel is famous for Lucky’s Donuts and (in my view at least) their pretty blue mugs. Their beans are roasted in house and it very tasty. While there are a few 49th Parallel coffee shops in Vancouver, their location in Kitsilano has a beautiful patio area making it one of the cutest places to get coffee."

"Next up we’ve got a couple of spots we’ll call modern classics. This longtime brand from 49th Parallel is no joke, turning out a variety of amazing donuts using all kinds of doughs. Personally, our preferences are their old-fashioned and yeast-based donuts."

"Don’t forget you can save some money when you buy a bakers dozen of Luckys Doughnuts. *Vegan/Gluten Friendly option is also now available. #GetLucky #TheBakersDozen"

"Managed by the Wild Bird Trust of BC, the delightful Maplewood Flats Conservation Area is surprisingly accessible from Vancouver yet it feels like a million miles from the city. Its tangle of trees, winding paths and protected wetland beach lure swallows, ospreys and bald eagles. There are free guided nature walks the second Saturday of every month at 10am."

"Maplewood Flats is a surprisingly quiet nature reserve on Dollartan Highway in North Vancouver. It has lots of lush geenery with packed gravel trails. Maplewood Flats is for you if… you’re looking for a more private location with lots of greenery, different from the more typical forested areas of the North Shore."

"Managed by the Wild Bird Trust of BC, this delightful nature escape is surprisingly accessible from Vancouver yet it feels like a million miles from the city. Its tangle of trees, winding paths and protected..."

"Located just south of Vancouver, Iona Beach Regional Park is the home of one of the most romantic walks in Vancouver. Iona Jetty is a 4-kilometre long jetty that juts out into the Straight of Georgia, right into the Pacific Ocean. The walk is flat and you can often see wildlife and interesting sea creatures."

"Victoria Sushi is such a hidden gem and ultimately my favourite place to grab affordable, yet delicious aburi sushi. I would definitely say that their sushi is comparable to many high end Japanese restaurants — Featured: Salmon and scallop oshi aburi ($10-$12). A post shared by Sylvia | Foodie | YYZ:YVR Eats (@food.thyme) on Feb 18, 2018 at 7:43pm PST"

"Another honourable mention for sushi, Ki Isu has two locations in West Vancouver and downtown Vancouver. In addition to having some fantastic designer eats, their maki rolls, nigiri, and combos are very well priced; several of their combos include three to four rolls for under $10. Address: 1275 Pacific Boulevard, VancouverPhone: 604-899-0366"