Krista's Guidebook
Food and Drink
These are some of my favourite places for a yummy meal.
Arguably one of the best restaurants in town. Beautiful space and worth the hype. Reservations recommended, or try your luck by going right when they open and sit at the bar.
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Osteria Savio Volpe
615 KingswayArguably one of the best restaurants in town. Beautiful space and worth the hype. Reservations recommended, or try your luck by going right when they open and sit at the bar.
Les Faux Bourgeois
663 E 15th AveClassic French cuisine in a non-pretentious atmosphere
Beautifully appointed wine bar in Mount Pleasant serving their own Natural wines and counter service DIY charcuterie. (No full meals available.)
La Fabrique St-George Winery
Beautifully appointed wine bar in Mount Pleasant serving their own Natural wines and counter service DIY charcuterie. (No full meals available.)
Delicious tacos! Choose your meat by weight and build your own tacos with their delicious homemade tortillas and salsas.
Vegetarian options available.
Chancho Tortilleria
2096 Davie StDelicious tacos! Choose your meat by weight and build your own tacos with their delicious homemade tortillas and salsas.
Vegetarian options available.
Via Tevere Pizzeria
1190 Victoria DrDelicious Neapolitan pizza in a neighborhood setting
Don’t be fooled by the name… there’s no pizza here! Hip Chinatown spot for Japanese bar bites, cocktails and a rotating selection of Natural wines. Closed Mondays.
Pizza Coming Soon
179 East Pender StreetDon’t be fooled by the name… there’s no pizza here! Hip Chinatown spot for Japanese bar bites, cocktails and a rotating selection of Natural wines. Closed Mondays.
Delicious East Indian cuisine - 2 locations (Commercial Drive and Main street)
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Sula Indian Restaurant
1128 Commercial DrDelicious East Indian cuisine - 2 locations (Commercial Drive and Main street)
Lunch Lady
1046 Commercial DrKokomo
Fully vegan, Gluten free options, yummy takeaway - within walking distance of our home.
Cafes and brunch
The closest coffee and bakery to our house.
Fantastic sourdough breads and pastries. Some Vegan options.
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FLOURIST
3433 Commercial StThe closest coffee and bakery to our house.
Fantastic sourdough breads and pastries. Some Vegan options.
Delicious French bistro with an awesome happy hour and brunch in particular. In the West End of Vancouver.
Maxine's Cafe & Bar
Delicious French bistro with an awesome happy hour and brunch in particular. In the West End of Vancouver.
LIVIA Forno e Vino
1399 Commercial DrGreat weekend brunch, take-away bakery and Italian vibes
Caffé La Tana
635 Commercial DrCute bistro with Natural wines and grocery items
Prado Cafe
1938 Commercial DrLocal cafe with several locations - great coffee!
Absolutely delicious bakery, safe for those who are Celiac.
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The Gluten Free Epicurean
633 E 15th AveAbsolutely delicious bakery, safe for those who are Celiac.
Neighbourhoods
Featured in Time Out Magazine's "30 Coolest Streets in the World".
Eclectic and colorful local scene, the Little Italy of Vancouver with many coffee shops, Italian grocers, restaurants and shops.
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Commercial Drive
Commercial DriveFeatured in Time Out Magazine's "30 Coolest Streets in the World".
Eclectic and colorful local scene, the Little Italy of Vancouver with many coffee shops, Italian grocers, restaurants and shops.
Hipster vibes with a large concentration of Microbreweries, local boutiques and eateries.
Mount Pleasant
Hipster vibes with a large concentration of Microbreweries, local boutiques and eateries.
The original "Hippy Neighbourhood" of Vancouver, now more of a destination for shopping and wellness.
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Kitsilano
The original "Hippy Neighbourhood" of Vancouver, now more of a destination for shopping and wellness.
Sightseeing
A must-see for any visit to Vancouver. Known for it's amazing Public Market with over 50 food purveyors, and a cultural hub with theatres, artisan workshops and craft studios.
Children will love the Kids Market and amazing water park.
Rent boats, Jet skis, kayaks and SUP's here too.
Tip: take the skytrain to Main Street, then hop on the cute Aqua Ferry leaving from Science World or walk the Seawall if you want to get some steps in!
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Isiqithi saseGranville
A must-see for any visit to Vancouver. Known for it's amazing Public Market with over 50 food purveyors, and a cultural hub with theatres, artisan workshops and craft studios.
Children will love the Kids Market and amazing water park.
Rent boats, Jet skis, kayaks and SUP's here too.
Tip: take the skytrain to Main Street, then hop on the cute Aqua Ferry leaving from Science World or walk the Seawall if you want to get some steps in!
Walk or rent a bike on Denman Street to explore the Seawall that loops around Stanley Park. Stop at one of the beaches to soak up some sunshine. My favourite is 3rd Beach - great swimming!
Stanley Park
Walk or rent a bike on Denman Street to explore the Seawall that loops around Stanley Park. Stop at one of the beaches to soak up some sunshine. My favourite is 3rd Beach - great swimming!
A gorgeous spot to view the sunset in the heart of the city. Great people watching with a mix of locals and tourists alike.
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English Bay
A gorgeous spot to view the sunset in the heart of the city. Great people watching with a mix of locals and tourists alike.
One of Vancouver's beautiful West-side beaches.
Kayak and SUP rentals available near Jericho Sailing Club.
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Jericho Beach
One of Vancouver's beautiful West-side beaches.
Kayak and SUP rentals available near Jericho Sailing Club.
A beautiful Vancouver park with awesome views of the city. Houses the Bloedel Conservatory Botanical Garden.
Make your way over to Main Street and visit the many eateries and local boutiques in the Riley Park neighbourhood.
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Iphakethe likaQueen Elizabeth
4600 Cambie StA beautiful Vancouver park with awesome views of the city. Houses the Bloedel Conservatory Botanical Garden.
Make your way over to Main Street and visit the many eateries and local boutiques in the Riley Park neighbourhood.
Home to an amazing array of ocean species - the Jellyfish are my favourites!
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I-Aquarium yaseVancouver
845 Avison WayHome to an amazing array of ocean species - the Jellyfish are my favourites!
A gorgeous park to stroll through and have tea at the cafe.
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Umgwaqo weVanDusen Botanical
5251 Oak StA gorgeous park to stroll through and have tea at the cafe.
Mount Pleasant Microbreweries
Do your own brewery tour in Mount Pleasant with these recommendations 🍻
Brassneck Brewery
2148 Main StMain Street Brewery
261 E 7th Ave33 Acres Brewing Company
15 W 8th AveR&B Ale & Pizza House
1-54 E 4th AveElectic Bicycle Brewing
20 E 4th AveFaculty Brewing Co.
1830 Ontario St