Fairview & South Granville
Vancouver's oldest Creole and Cajun restaurant feels like a laid-back New Orleans bar and serves up spice-tastic dishes such as voodoo ribs and a…
Must-see restaurants in British Columbia
North Shore
The patio is popular on balmy evenings but the loungey, intimate interior of this seafood-forward restaurant is an easy place to get comfortable the rest…
British Columbia
Indian restaurants tend to thin out as you head north out of Vancouver with a few stray exceptions. Saffron, located in a utilitarian strip mall in…
British Columbia
At 2350m (7700ft) above sea level, the top (literally) bistro at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort proudly champions itself as Canada’s highest restaurant…
Whistler
Whistler's best burgers are served up at this unassuming storefront, which opens onto a surprisingly large seating area and a hidden tree-framed patio out…
Fairview & South Granville
An intimate, candlelit restaurant with warmly welcoming staff, expect a small but well-curated menu of Italian classics elevated by modern flourishes and…
Vancouver
The eighth incarnation (hence the name) of this Mexican fusion Vancouver mini-chain has a polished, industrial-chic feel that echoes Mount Pleasant's…
Vancouver
On those bleary-eyed mornings when only heaping comfort grub hits the spot, head to this popular retro-look diner that serves good-value breakfasts, from…
Vancouver
It can be hard to find seats at this trendy little cafe so consider arriving off-peak if you fancy diving into gourmet sandwiches such as pork Cubano or…
Vancouver
A cavernous, French-flavored cafe serving baked-on-site crusty bread and sweet and savoury treats and pastries. Drop by for crepes, baguette sandwiches or…
Victoria
A beloved local fave with a monochrome-painted exterior (and riotously colorful tablecloths inside), this is the best place in town for vegetarians and…
Vancouver
Organic and vegan are the watchwords at this grocery store cafe combo where you'll feel healthier just by walking through the door. Located in a little …
Vancouver
Dedicated to Indian street food, this bright-painted West End hole-in-the-wall specializes in bulging naan bread wraps (lamb tikka recommended) but also…
Vancouver
Like a static food truck on steroids, this quirky, bright-painted freight container serves elevated burgers and hot sandwiches (crispy chicken with fries…
Gastown & Chinatown
A bright and airy bi-level coffeeshop with a better food menu than most Vancouver java joints, drop by for lattes and treats here or stick around for…
Vancouver Island
A no-fuss snack shack where hot dogs and shrimp tacos make perfect bedfellows. The messier dogs (pulled pork, mac 'n' cheese, pizza) might require a knife…
Vancouver
This bright-yellow waterfront landmark has one of Vancouver's best sunset patios from which to enjoy (slightly pricey) pub-style dishes such as fish and…
Vancouver
A long, brick-lined room with a chatty vibe and a menu packed with Japanese comfort dishes, there's much more than gyoza on the table here. Start with an…
Lower Mainland
Veggie’s Bobs recently went 100% vegan without having to change the fundamentals of its American heartland meets Mexican menu. Unlikely new favorites…
Lotus Pond Vegetarian Restaurant
Victoria
This no-frills downtown spot was satisfying local vegetarians long before meat-free diets became fashionable. Superior to most Chinese eateries and with a…
Vancouver Island
The red-brick walls of Cumberland's original post and customs house contrast with a more flamboyant interior complete with moose's head, dollhouse and red…
Victoria
This loungey hangout is especially popular with bar staff winding down after their late-night shifts. But they don't just come to bitch about their non…
Vancouver Island
Currently Port McNeill’s only casual cafe, Tia’s is proudly old-school, the sort of place where you can order steak and eggs for breakfast and get…
Victoria
Downtown's funkiest little cafe is easy to miss, but it's worth the hunt. There's a Canadiana feel to the interior, hence the artwork moose head, but…
Gastown & Chinatown
Looking like just another coffee shop in a heritage building from the outside, Brioche has been here for years and has a large menu of comfort-food dishes…
British Columbia
Built on piles over the lake at the edge of town, this historic pub knocks out hearty burgers, stir-frys and sandwiches. But the main reason to come here …
British Columbia
A cavernous trad pub and locals' favorite where heaping fish and chips combine with a side order of waterfront boat- and floatplane-spotting. The…
Vancouver Island
A popular coffee-stop hangout for the denizens of Sidney, this neighborhood cafe also does a brisk lunchtime trade in soups, chili and thick sandwiches…
Whistler
This popular Japanese spot is a sushi specialist but they also serve everything from pork gyoza to spicy hotpots and stomach-warming udon noodle bowls –…
Vancouver
Seasonal and regional are the foundations of this handsome downtown restaurant, but add friendly, unpretentious service to the mix as well. There's a…
Vancouver Island
The Shot is known for its ginormous sandwiches, freshly made as you wait. The Cuban roast beef, seafood supreme and Sicilian deluxe are all sound…
Squamish & Around
Just look for the bright yellow exterior and then nip inside for simple homemade lunches, often of the organic or vegetarian variety. Soups and sandwiches…
Vancouver Island
Substantial muffins, soups, burritos, burgers and breakfast for returning Juan de Fuca and West Coast Trail hikers suffering from carbohydrate…
Okanagan Valley
The name sums up the menu, which brings a Mediterranean accent to local standards such as Alberta steaks, lake fish and lots of valley veggies. Plates are…
British Columbia
In a building dating to 1915, Field’s general store has been the hub of the community since the early days of the Canadian Pacific Railway. It has a small…
Okanagan Valley
Tucked into a small storefront midblock, this cafe, which has somehow morphed from Dolci Socialhaus to Dolci Thai, is easy to miss – but to do so would be…
North Shore
Rustic-look grill station near the entrance to the park; an ideal spot to fuel-up on burgers and hot dogs before you tackle the Suspension Bridge (or…
Fairview & South Granville
The on-site cafe at VanDusen Botanical Garden, serving baked treats, fairtrade coffee and light lunches of the salad-and-sandwiches variety. A popular…
Northern BC
This local market has a new permanent home indoors in the middle of town and now operates year-round. You'll find live entertainment, home-baked goods,…
Okanagan Valley
You expect deep-fried but what you get is a nuanced menu of seafood with global accents. Try the pistachio mahimahi ($24). Dine under the stars on the…
