Guidebook for Vancouver
Drinks & Nightlife
The Narrow Lounge
1898 Main StIf the red light's on then it's open
Old world cocktails done right! Try my favorite, the Corps Reviver 2.
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Pourhouse Restaurant
162 Water StOld world cocktails done right! Try my favorite, the Corps Reviver 2.
Fresh, traditional soups and sandwiches all from scratch, super delicious. Try the Californian sandwich. I had one every day for two weeks, when I discovered it, yum:)
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Commune Cafe
1002 Seymour StFresh, traditional soups and sandwiches all from scratch, super delicious. Try the Californian sandwich. I had one every day for two weeks, when I discovered it, yum:)
This is one of the best venues to catch local or international, up-and-coming, underground, alternative music. As such the club nights also tend to bring in a pretty cool crowd.
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Biltmore Cabaret
2755 Prince Edward StThis is one of the best venues to catch local or international, up-and-coming, underground, alternative music. As such the club nights also tend to bring in a pretty cool crowd.
If you're looking to enjoy a large selection of quality, craft beer in an unpretentious environment, the Alibi Room is for you.
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Alibi Room
157 Alexander StIf you're looking to enjoy a large selection of quality, craft beer in an unpretentious environment, the Alibi Room is for you.
Everything Else
Great Wall Mongolian BBQ Restaurant
717 Denman StTotally convenient
Glowbal
590 W Georgia St...because I feel like a celebrity every time I walk in this place
A local gem. The skiing at Cypress Mt is world class the city and ocean views are absolutely breathtaking. We are so lucky to have all this wonderfulness only 30 min drive away.
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Cypress Mountain Ski Area
6000 Cypress Bowl RdA local gem. The skiing at Cypress Mt is world class the city and ocean views are absolutely breathtaking. We are so lucky to have all this wonderfulness only 30 min drive away.
Mt Seymour is another great local mountain. Same great snowfall as Cypress Mt minus the view (no big deal) which is why it is much more affordable and family oriented.
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Mt Seymour
Mt Seymour is another great local mountain. Same great snowfall as Cypress Mt minus the view (no big deal) which is why it is much more affordable and family oriented.
Food Scene
The best sushi in the entire city (yes, I've tried them all)... but don't forget your wallet ;)
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Minami
1118 Mainland StThe best sushi in the entire city (yes, I've tried them all)... but don't forget your wallet ;)
Fun, loud, fusion sushi joint. Great sake, served cold. Four locations throughout Vancouver, but my Kits is my favorite. Enjoy:)
Hapa Izakaya
1479 Robson StFun, loud, fusion sushi joint. Great sake, served cold. Four locations throughout Vancouver, but my Kits is my favorite. Enjoy:)
A great place to hunker down all day and get some work done.
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Kafka's Coffee and Tea
2525 Main StA great place to hunker down all day and get some work done.
Shopping
They make exquisite arrangements ranging from bouquets, living containers and unique seasonal pieces. All local or fair trade.
Olla Urban Flower Project
They make exquisite arrangements ranging from bouquets, living containers and unique seasonal pieces. All local or fair trade.
Renting a bike from Spokes is the best way to see Stanley Park and the downtown area.
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Spokes Bicycle Rentals
1798 W Georgia StRenting a bike from Spokes is the best way to see Stanley Park and the downtown area.
Entertainment & Activities
Ice skating during Christmas break is a seasonal treat everyone should experience:)
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Robson Square Ice Rink
800 Robson StIce skating during Christmas break is a seasonal treat everyone should experience:)
I-Aquarium yaseVancouver
845 Avison WayGreat educational day trip for the family.
Only minutes away walking, the community center has a library and jungle gym for the kids.
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Mount Pleasant Community Centre
1 KingswayOnly minutes away walking, the community center has a library and jungle gym for the kids.
Sightseeing
This is the beach where the locals come hang out. A totally family friendly environment, I recommend packing a picnic basket, some blankets and watching the sun set here.
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Third Beach
This is the beach where the locals come hang out. A totally family friendly environment, I recommend packing a picnic basket, some blankets and watching the sun set here.
Hootsuite
5 E 8th AveI'm such a big fan of Hootsuite, I just had to throw this in :)
Cooper's Park
1020 Marinaside CrescentOff leash dog park