Top Choice Bakery in Whistler
Purebread
When this Function Junction legend finally opened a village branch, the locals came running and they've been queuing ever since. They're here for the cornucopia of drool-worthy bakery treats, including salted-carame…
Top Choice International in Nanaimo
Gabriel's Gourmet Café
An expanded new location for Nanaimo's best farm-to-table eatery (check out the tables made from old bowling-alley wood) means a larger menu of international-influenced comfort dishes. But some things never change, …
Top Choice Cafe in Fairview & South Granville
Beaucoup Bakery & Cafe
Vancouverites used to content themselves with humdrum croissants and lame French pastries that would be laughed off the counter in Paris – until this amazing bakery opened. Now, it's the pilgrimage spot of choice fo…
Top Choice Mexican in Fairview & South Granville
La Taquería Pinche Taco Shop
This popular taco spot expanded from its tiny Hastings St location (which is still there) with this larger storefront. It's just as crowded but luckily many of the visitors are going the take-out route. Nab a bright…
Top Choice Japanese in Downtown & West End
Guu with Garlic
One of Vancouver's best izakayas (Japanese pubs), this welcoming, wood-lined joint is a cultural immersion. Hotpots and noodle bowls are available but it's best to experiment with some Japanese bar tapas, including …
Top Choice Indian in Fairview & South Granville
Vij's
Top Choice Canadian in Yaletown & Granville Island
Bistro 101
Vancouver's best-value gourmet dining option, the training restaurant of the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is popular with in-the-know locals, especially at lunchtime, when $22 gets you a delicious three-course…
Top Choice Burgers in Commercial Drive
Cannibal Café
This is a punk-tastic diner for fans of seriously real burgers. You'll find an inventive array, from classics to the recommended Korean-BBQ burger, all made with love. Top-notch ingredients will ensure you never sli…
Top Choice Canadian in Kitsilano & University of British Columbia
Fable
One of Vancouver's favorite farm-to-table restaurants is a lovely rustic-chic room of exposed brick, wood beams and prominently displayed red rooster logos. But looks are just part of the appeal. Expect perfectly pr…
Top Choice Vietnamese in Kitsilano & University of British Columbia
Mr Red Cafe
Serves authentic northern Vietnamese homestyle dishes that look and taste like there's a lovely old lady making them out back. Reservations are not accepted; dine off-peak to avoid waiting for the handful of tables,…