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Dine Out Guide

June 14 - 21, 2007

Pacific Northwest
American Regional
Latin American/Caribbean
French
Greek
Italian
Mediterranean
Russian/Eastern European
Continental
Chinese
Indian
Japanese
Korean
Middle Eastern
Southeast Asian
Thai
Asian
African
Bistro
Casual/Diner
Seafood
Steak Houses
Tapas
Vegetarian
CafÉS/Desserts
Eat In/Take Out
Restaurant/Bar

Icon Legend
b - Breakfast
l - Lunch
n - Late Night
p - Patio
t - Take Out
$ - Cheap
$$ - Inexpensive
$$$ - Moderate
$$$$ - Expensive


Pacific Northwest

AQUA RIVA

Colourful room with waterfront view. Wood-fired rotisserie, grill, and oven. Tapas, seafood, pizza selections. 200 Granville, 604-683-5599 l$$$$

BEACH HOUSE AT DUNDARAVE PIER

Fresh, modern food. Excellent wine list. View of Stanley Park and downtown. Sun. brunch. 150 25th St., W. Van., 604-922-1414 lp$$$

BISHOP'S

Elegant, understated West Coast menu with European influences. 2183 W. 4th, 604-738-2025 $$$$

BRIX

Inventive food, intelligent wine list. Attractive European-style courtyard patio. 1138 Homer, 604-915-9463 pn$$$$

CARDERO'S

Busy patio overlooks Coal Harbour with view of mountains and Stanley Park. 1583 Coal Harbour Quay, 604-669-7666 lp$$

COAST

Stylish setting showcases inventive West Coast seafood menu with global influences. 1257 Hamilton, 604-685-5010 pn$$$

CRU

Wine bar–style restaurant. West Coast–inspired small plates. 1459 W. Broadway, 604-677-4111 $$$$

HART HOUSE

Elegant heritage house with a view of the lake. 6664 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby, 604-298-4278 lp$$$

HORIZONS

Panoramic view, park setting. Wood-grilled seafood and steak. 100 Centennial Way, Burnaby, 604-299-1155 lp$$$$

PACIFIC INSTITUTE OF CULINARY ARTS

Gourmet food prepared by students. Menu changes daily. 1505 W. 2nd, 604-734-4488 l$$$

PARKSIDE

Classically grounded cooking using local ingredients. Outdoor dining in courtyard. 1906 Haro, 604-683-6912 p$$$

RAINCITY GRILL

Seasonal menu featuring local produce, fish, fowl, meat, and cheese. Weekend brunch. 1193 Denman, 604-685-7337 p$$$

SEASONS IN THE PARK

Pacific Northwest food plus city and mountain view. Interesting salmon dishes. Queen Elizabeth Park, 604-874-8008 lp$$$

SEQUOIA GRILL AT THE TEAHOUSE

Glorious setting and view. Ferguson Point, Stanley Park, 604-669-3281 lp$$$$

WATER ST. CAFE

Creative seafood dishes, pasta, fresh-baked breads, and desserts. 300 Water, 604-689-2832 lp$$$

WATERMARK

One of the city's finest view restaurants. Van-Asian menu. 1305 Arbutus, 604-738-5487 lp$$$


American Regional

DIX BARBECUE AND BREWERY

Traditional barbecue in a young, fun, attitude-free environment. 871 Beatty, 604-682-2739 ln$

MEMPHIS BLUES BARBEQUE HOUSE

Hearty southern comfort food includes melt-in-your-mouth ribs. 1465 W. Broadway, 604-738-6806; 1342 Commercial, 604-215-2599 l$$

REX ROTISSERIE & GRILL

American grill featuring rotisserie fare. San Francisco décor. 1055 Dunsmuir (Bentall Centre), 604-683-7390 lpt$$$


Latin American/Caribbean

CASA DE AMIGOS

Authentic Tex-Mex recipes. Comfortable atmosphere. Daily specials. 8718 Granville, 604-267-9991 lpt$$

CILANTRO & JALAPENO

Authentic menu of lesser-known Mexican dishes, plus groceries. 736 West Broadway, 604-872-7161. lt$

EL NOPALITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Spicy and non-spicy Mexican made fresh. 149 West 3rd St., North Van., 604-987-9782 t$$

HAVANA

Large patio, weekend brunch, new Afro-Cuban food. 1212 Commercial, 604-253-9119 lpntb$$

LA CASITA

Warm décor, completely authentic dishes: flautas , quesadillas stuffed with chorizo, and more. 101 W. Cordova, 604-646-2444 lpt$$

LAS MARGARITAS

Casual atmosphere. Mexican classics, weekend brunch. Pretty patio. 1999 W. 4th, 604-734-7117 lpnt$$

PRIMOS MEXICAN GRILL

One of Vancouver's first Mexican restaurants. Delicious seafood enchiladas. 1509 W. 12th, 604-736-9322 lt$$

ZOCALO

Contemporary Mexican, eclectic atmosphere, live music on weekends. 2515 Main St., 604-677-3521. t$$$


French

BACCHUS

Modern French food in a luxurious setting. Wedgewood Hotel, 845 Hornby, 604-689-7777 lb$$$

BISTRO PASTIS

Classic bistro fare served with a contemporary touch. Intimate room with a French maitre d'. 2153 W. 4th, 604-731-5020 l$$$

CAFE CREPE

Wonderful savoury and dessert crepes. Table and counter service. 1032 Robson, 604-488-0045; 874 Granville 604-806-0845; 796 Granville, 2861 Granville; and 5960 University Blvd. l$$

CAFE DE PARIS

Cassoulet, frites , and other Gallic comfort food. Good wine list. 751 Denman, 604-687-1418 l$$$$

LE GAVROCHE

Classic French food with avant-garde touches in intimate, romantic setting. 1616 Alberni, 604-685-3924 lp$$$$

LUMIERE

Modern French food in understated surroundings, using seasonal ingredients. 2551 W. Broadway, 604-739-8185 p$$$$

MISTRAL FRENCH BISTRO

Southern French bistro with warm atmosphere. Specialties from Provence. 2585 W. Broadway, 604-733-0046 lpt$$$

SMOKING DOG

Vibrant French restaurant in the heart of Kitsilano. 1889 W. 1st, 604-732-8811 lpt$$$


Greek

APOLLONIA GREEK RESTAURANT

Friendly hideaway serving generous portions of authentic Greek home cooking. 1830 Fir St., 604-736-9559 lnt$$$

CHARACTERS TAVERNA

Greek, Indian, Italian, and North American food. Cozy, heated patio. 1103 Davie, 604-685-9607 lpnt$$

KALAMATA

Extraordinarily good, undeniably authentic Greek food served with a contemporary approach. 388 W. Broadway, 604-872-7050 lt$$

KAMAKIS GREEK TAVERNA

Small, cozy, friendly place with roast lamb specialty. 451 W. Broadway, 604-879-2215 t$$

OUZERI

Greek tapas in varying sizes. Good for couples or crowds. 3189 W. Broadway, 604-739-9378 lpnt$$

STEPHO'S

Popular West End Greek restaurant. Lineups common. 1124 Davie, 604-683-2555 lt$$

TAKIS TAVERNA

Greek Cypriot food in a warm atmosphere. 1106 Davie, 604-682-1336 lt$$


Italian

AL PORTO RISTORANTE

Traditional Italian fare, Neapolitan pizza, Tuscan ambiance. 321 Water, 604-683-8376 lt$$$

ANTON'S

Friendly, casual. City's original pasta bar. All pastas one price. 4260 E. Hastings, Burnaby, 604-299-6636 lt$$

CINCIN RESTAURANT AND BAR

Mediterranean and classic Italian dishes from wood-burning oven. 1154 Robson, 604-688-7338 lpn$$$

INCENDIO

Pizza and fresh-made pastas in a funky heritage-bistro atmosphere. 103 Columbia, 604-688-8694; 2118 Burrard, 604-736-2220 lpt$$

LOMBARDO'S PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE

Awardwinning handmade pizzas, homemade pastas, B.C. and Italian wines. 970 Smithe St., 604-408-0808; 120–1641 Commercial Dr., 604-251-2240 lnt$$

QUATTRO

Tuscan café-like patio. Combination plate provides overview of pasta variations. Great antipasto. 2611 W. 4th, 604-734-4444 p$$$

ZEFFERELLI'S

Warm Mediterranean decor, osso buco , saltimbocca , and pastas. 1136 Robson, 604-687-0655 l$$$


Mediterranean

AFGHAN HORSEMEN

Seating on cushions at low tables. Lamb, beef, chicken shish kebabs. Vegetarian dishes. 445 W. Broadway, 604-873-5923 lt$$$

CIOPPINO'S & CIOPPINO'S ENOTECA

Joint patio links Mediterranean grill to casual lunch eatery in Yaletown. 1133 Hamilton, 604-688-7466; 1129 Hamilton, 604-685-8462 lp$$$

PROVENCE MEDITERRANEAN GRILL

Bistro style, family-friendly. Pissaladière and other southern French antipasti. 4473 W. 10th, 604-222-1980 lp$$$

SAVORY COAST CUCINA MEDITERRANEA

Clear, confident, sensual cooking. Deeply intriguing menu. Weekend brunch, far-ranging wine list. 1133 Robson, 604-642-6278 lp$$$$


Russian/Eastern European

BUDAPEST RESTAURANT & PASTRY SHOP

Authentic Hungarian goodness. Traditional goulash, langos , and schnitzel. 3250 Main, 604-877-1949 t$$$

RASPUTIN

Borscht, perogies, beef stroganoff, chicken Kiev, cabbage rolls. Live music. 457 W. Broadway, 604-879-6675 l$$$

UKRAINIAN VILLAGE

Ukrainian fare in a casual, family-run restaurant. 815 Denman, 604-687-7440 lt$$


Continental

CHARTWELL

Men's-club setting, tip-top service. Four Seasons Hotel, 791 W. Georgia, 604-689-9333 lb$$$$

THE PEAR TREE

Elegant, sensual dishes with Scott Jaeger, who represented Canada at Bocuse d'Or, at the helm. 4120 E. Hastings, Burnaby, 604-299-2772 $$$$

WILLIAM TELL

Swiss-style fine dining since 1964 with Pacific Rim influences. Brunches and casual meals in the bistro. 765 Beatty, 604-688-3504 lb$$$$


Chinese

FLOATA SEAFOOD

Cantonese and seafood for small groups or banquets. 400–180 Keefer, 604-602-0368; 1425–4380 No. 3 Rd., Richmond, 604-270-8889 ltb$$$

HON'S WUN-TUN HOUSE

Cantonese diner. Fast service. 108–268 Keefer, 604-688-0871; 408 6th St., New West., 604-520-6661; 288 E. Pender, 604-681-8842; 1339 Robson, 604-685-0871; 310–3025 Lougheed Hwy., Coq., 604-468-0871 lt$

KALVIN'S RESTAURANT

Sichuan-influenced comfort-food menu with attentive service. 5225 Victoria, 604-321-2888 lt$$

KIRIN

Fine Cantonese dining, featuring seafood dishes. 555 E. 12th, 604-879-8038; 102–1166 Alberni, 604-679-8038; 7900 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, 604-303-8833; 1163 Pinetree Way, 604-944-8833 lt$$$

PENNY

Cantonese food. Large portions. Hot pots and congee recommended. 2060 E. Hastings, 604-253-2442 lnt$

PINK PEARL

100 varieties of dim sum. Banquet facilities for up to 680. 1132 E. Hastings, 604-253-4316 lt$$

SILVER PALACE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Over 40 fresh made-to-order dim sum items, including deep-fried peppery squid. 4818 Main Street, 604-321-4448 l$$

SUN SUI WAH

Large room, dim sum, good congee, great squab. 3888 Main, 604-872-8822; 102–4940 No. 3 Rd., Richmond, 604-273-8208 l$$

WONTON KING

Hong Kong–style with exotic specialties, fresh seafood. 620 S.E. Marine Dr., 604-321-4433 lt$$


Indian

ALL INDIA SWEETS & RESTAURANT

Array of Indian desserts and savoury take-out plus tandoori, curry, paneer , vegetarian buffet. 6507 Main, 604-327-0891 lt$$

DA TANDOOR

A variety of Indian dishes, from sizzling fish to Tandoori chicken. Sidewalk seating. 819 Pacific, 604-684-2529 lnt$$

HEAVEN & EARTH INDIA CURRY HOUSE

Tandooris, seafood, vegetable dishes. 1754 W. 4th, 604-732-5313 t$$

HOUSE OF DOSAS

Authentic South Indian and Sri Lankan dishes, specializing in dosas. Biryani on Mondays. 1391 Kingsway, 604-875-1283 lt$$

INDIA GATE

Downtown's oldest Indian restaurant. Cozy atmosphere. 616 Robson, 604-684-4617 or 604-682-1000 lt$$$

JEWEL OF INDIA

Tandoori clay-oven and vegetarian dishes. Live sitar Fri.-Sat. 52 Alexander, 604-687-5665 lpt$$

NIRVANA

Indian food served in a cozy and quiet room with soft Indian music. 2313 Main, 604-872-8779 lnt$$

RED FORT AUTHENTIC INDIAN CUISINE

Formerly Rubina Tandoori. Authentic Indian food in a modern, intimate setting. 1962 Kingsway, 604-873-2440 lt$

VIJ'S

Well-known for artful cooking, engaging service. Beer and wine. 1480 W. 11th, 604-736-6664 $$$


Japanese

FISH ON RICE

All-you-can-eat lunch and dinner. Sushi, barbecue, noodles, soup. Licensed. 201–4361 Kingsway, Burnaby, 604-439-8882 lt$$

GUU

Popular izakaya with modern Japanese tapas. 838 Thurlow, 604-685-8817; 1698 Robson, 604-685-8678; 105–375 Water, 604-685-8682 lnt$$

KITTO

Noodle house and robata grill. Fast service, casual atmosphere. 833 Granville, 604-687-6622 lnt$$

MODERN CLUB

Friendly Dunbar spot featuring okonomiyaki (Japanese pizza-pancake). 3446 Dunbar, 604-739-0170 t$$

ROBSON SUSHI

All-you-can-eat lunch and dinner. A la carte menu also available. 1542 Robson, 604-688-4789 lnt$$

SHIJO

Authentic Japanese cuisine and seafood. Bin cho tan charcoal robata, brown-rice sushi, extensive sake selection. 202–1926 W. 4th, 604-732-4676 lnt$$$

SONOMAMA SUSHI BAR & GRILL

Modern izakaya bistro with Ginza atmosphere. 980 Granville, 604-662-3770 lt$$

SUSHI AOKI

Innovative menu. Licensed. 1888 W. Broadway, 604-731-5577 l$$

TOJO'S

Sushi and seafood from city's best-known Japanese restaurant. 1133 W. Broadway, 604-872-8050. pt$$$$

TSUNAMI SUSHI

Famous floating sushi bar; quick and casual. 238–1025 Robson, 604-687-8744 lp$$$


Korean

DAN SUNG SA

Lively venue with retro décor. Modern Korean fare. 1221 Thurlow, 604-609-7095 $$

INSADONG

Korean barbecue, live-seafood aquariums, karaoke. 403 North Rd., Coquitlam, 604-936-3778 lnpt$$

JANG MO JIB

Spicy, authentic Korean dishes, many soup-based. Family-friendly atmosphere. 1719 Robson, 604-642-0712; 8320 Alexandra Rd., Richmond, 604-233-0712 n$$

KIMBOB E RAMYUN

Tasty, veggie-packed Korean sushi. Fast and inexpensive. 423 Seymour Street, 604-685-2877. lt$

SEOUL HOUSE KOREAN RESTAURANT

Tatami rooms, sushi bar. Huge menu features barbecue. 1215 W. Broadway, 604-738-8285 l$$$


Middle Eastern

PERSIAN RESTAURANT

Hefty "snacks" of lip-smacking kebab koobideh . 1533 Lonsdale, N. Van., 604-985-5321 lt$

RIME

Turkish restaurant. Eclectic setting, authentic menu (vegan, vegetarian, meat). Nightly live events. 1130 Commercial Dr., 604-215-1130 nt$$$


Southeast Asian

BANANA LEAF

Malaysian food, mild to spicy, with familiar and unusual dishes. 820 W. Broadway, 604-731-6333; 3005 W. Broadway, 604-734-3005; 1096 Denman, 604-683-3333 lt$$

CAFE D'LITE

Tiny spot serving laksa and other Singaporean and Malaysian specialties. 3144 West Broadway, 604-733-8882 lt$

JONKER STREET

Flavourful, nuanced Malaysian dishes like laksa , beef rendang , and roti canai . 1128 Pacific Boulevard, 604-688-8565 lt$$

PHNOM PENH

Vietnamese and Cambodian. Good squid, soups. 244 E. Georgia, 604-682-5777 lt$$

PONDOK INDONESIA

Authentic Indonesian home cooking, including popular rice tables. 2781 Commercial, 604-872-8718 lt$$

PRIMA TASTE

Singapore favourites like laksa and Hainanese chicken rice; topnotch service, stylish space. 570 Robson St., 604-685-7881 lt$$

REKADOS

Fresh, flavourful Filipino cooking, thoughtful presentation, elegant space. 4063 Main, 604-873-3133 l$$

SAIGON RESTAURANT

Vietnamese food, specializing in roll dips, curry, soups, and noodles. 1500 Robson, 604-682-8020 lt$$$

TROPIKA

Variety of Malaysian and Thai selections. 2975 Cambie, 604-879-6002; 1128 Robson, 604-737-6002; 8280 Lansdowne, Richmond, 604-278-6002 lnt$$$


Thai

CHAO PHRAYA THAI

Spacious and elegantly decorated to suit business dining. 2325 Cambie, 604-732-3939 lt$$$

CHILLI HOUSE THAI BISTRO

Fusion tapas and fresh live seafood. Patio with view of False Creek. 1018 Beach, 604-685-8989 lpt$$

GREEN BASIL THAI RESTAURANT

Healthy, classic Thai cuisine. 4623 Kingsway, Burnaby, 604-439-1919 tl$$

MONTRI'S

Delicious Thai dishes include tod mun (fish cake), beef or prawn Aroy-D , Thai-style pad Thai (by request). 3692 W. Broadway, 604-738-9888 t$$

SALATHAI

Fresh homemade sauce. Thai décor. Full bar service. 3364 Cambie, 604-875-6999; 102–888 Burrard, 604-683-7999 lt$$

THAI AWAY HOME

Eat-in or take-away. Fresh sauces to cook at home. Frozen dinners, wraps at Thai Away Express. 3315 Cambie, 604-873-8424; 1206 Davie, 604-682-8424; Thai Away Express, 43 E. 5th, 604-708-8424 t$

THAI HOUSE RESTAURANT

Traditional and fusion Thai. 1116 Robson, 604-683-3383; 1766 W. 7th, 604-737-0088; 129–4940 No. 3 Rd., Richmond, 604-278-7373; 180 W. Esplanade, North Van., 604-987-9911 lt$$

URBAN THAI BISTRO

Traditional Thai fare and unique fusion creations. Eccentric décor. 1119 Hamilton, 604-408-7788 lpt$$


Asian

BLISS ASIAN BISTRO

Creative Japanese nibbling menu with innovative sushi in a glamorous Coal Harbour setting. 100–550 Denman Street, 604-662-3044 l$$$

THE NOODLE BOX

Asian noodle dishes made to West Coast tastes. 1867 West 4th Avenue, 604-734-1310 l$$

VIP'S KITCHEN

Pan-Asian menu: soya duck, grilled clams, tom yam , laksa . 1487 Marine Dr., W. Van., 604-925-1811 lt$$


African

LALIBELA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT

Mild to spicy vegetarian and nonvegetarian food. 4530 Hastings St., Burnaby, 604-299-4555 lpt$$

NYALA

Ethiopian cuisine featuring goat, ostrich, injera bread, and more. Well-stocked vegetarian buffet. 4148 Main, 604-876-9919 lt$$


Bistro

ALTITUDE'S BISTRO

Quiet wood deck on Grouse Mountain with city view. 6400 Nancy Greene Way, N. Van., 604-980-9311 lp$$

AURORA BISTRO

Modern Canadian bistro using fresh local ingredients with an all–B.C. wine list. Weekend brunch. 2420 Main, 604-873-9944 n$$$

CASSIS BISTRO

Authentic French country fare served in a stylish, high-ceilinged room. 420 Pender, 604-605-0420 lpn$$

CRAVE

Modern comfort fare viewed afresh with quality ingredients by former Four Seasons executive chef. 3941 Main, 604-872-3663 bp$$$

FUEL

Simple, original, West coast modern menu with exceptional desserts. 1944 West 4th Ave., 604-288-7905 l$$$$

JULES CASUAL FRENCH BISTRO

Lively atmosphere, traditional and authentic, hearty fare like cassoulet and moules frites . 216 Abbott Street, 604-669-0033. l$$$


Casual/Diner

MILESTONE'S

Large portions, varied menus. 2966 W. 4th, 604-734-8616; 1210 Denman, 604-662-3431; 1145 Robson, 604-682-4477; 1109 Hamilton, 604-684-9111; for more locations, visit www.milestonesrestaurants.com/ or call 604-998-6500. lpbt$$

STORMIN' NORMAN'S SPIRIT GRILL

Exotic wild-meat burgers with extensive condiment station, steaks, and sangria. 1438 Commercial Dr., 604-251-4644 tl$$$

VERA'S BURGER SHACK

Friendly joint serves six-ounce, fresh ground-beef patties. 1935 Cornwall, 604-228-8372; 1030 Davie, 604-893-8372; 1181 Denman, 604-681-5450; 2188 Western Pkwy., UBC, 604-221-8372; 15989 108 Ave., Surrey, 604-582-8372 ltb$


Seafood

BLUE WATER CAFE & RAW BAR

Fresh local seafood, sushi, and special raw bar. 1095 Hamilton, 604-688-8078 lpn$$$

C RESTAURANT

One of the best seafood restaurants in Western Canada, on the north shore of False Creek. 2–1600 Howe, 604-681-1164 lp$$$

CANNERY SEAFOOD HOUSE

Thirty-five years of fine seafood dining. Mountain vistas, romantic atmosphere, private dock. 2205 Commissioner, 604-254-9606 l$$$

FISH HOUSE IN STANLEY PARK

Pacific Northwest food plus eclectic spins on classics in Cape Cod–style house. 8901 Stanley Park Dr., 604-681-7275 lp$$$$

GO FISH

Outdoor café serving seafood (halibut, salmon, cod, oysters, mussels) and chips, fresh from nearby Granville Island. 1505 W. 1st, 604-730-5040 lpt$$

MONK MCQUEENS

Fine dining and balcony upstairs; bistro-style oyster bar downstairs. False Creek waterfront view. 601 Stamps Landing, 604-877-1351 lpnt$$$$

MR. PICKWICK'S

British-style West Coast fish and chips, with daily Commonwealth specials. 8620 Granville, 604-266-2340; 1007 Denman, 604-681-0631 lt$$

PROVENCE MARINASIDE

Fresh local seafood, raw oyster bar, antipasti showcase, extensive wine list. 1177 Marinaside Crescent, 604-681-4144 blpt$$$

THE SALMON HOUSE

Native art–themed room with stunning view features alder-grilled salmon dishes. 2229 Folkestone, W. Van., 604-926-3212 lp$$$$


Steak Houses

GOTHAM STEAKHOUSE & COCKTAIL BAR

Perfectly cooked porterhouse. Good by-the-glass selection. 615 Seymour, 604-605-8282 lp$$$$

HAMILTON STREET GRILL

Casual Yaletown spot serving red meat, seafood, good house-made desserts. Big loading dock deck. 1009 Hamilton, 604-331-1511 lpn$$$

HY'S ENCORE

Legendary restaurant features steak tartare, traditional sides, and good basic beef. 637 Hornby, 604-683-7671 $$$$

KEG

Variety of steaks arrive done right. Friendly service. Park Royal, 800 Marine, W. Van., 604-925-9126 $$$

MORTON'S OF CHICAGO

Big, bold steak house featuring big food and big portions. 750 W. Cordova, 604-915-5105 $$$$

SAMBA BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE

All-you-can-eat rodizio -style Brazilian barbecued meats and buffet. Large seafood and vegetarian selection. Live music. 1122 Alberni, 604-696-9888 l$$$


Tapas

BIN 941

Downtown hot spot. Inventive tapas. All wines by the glass. 941 Davie, 604-683-1246 n$$

FICTION

Late night, high-energy tapas bar with New York-style 28-foot bar. 3162 W. Broadway, 604-736-7576 nt$$

LA BODEGA TAPAS BAR

Spanish décor and tapas. Intriguing specials emphasize meats. 1277 Howe, 604-684-8815 n$$

LA ZUPPA

Sandwich shop by day heats up weekend nights with flamenco and Mediterranean tapas. 1544 Lonsdale Ave., North Van.,604-986-6556. $$lnt

STELLA'S TAP AND TAPAS BAR

Belgian beer meets Euro and Asian tapas. Cozy brick décor, long bar. Weekend brunch. 1191 Commercial, 604-254-2437 lp$$$


Vegetarian

CAFE DEUX SOLEILS

Casual kid-friendly atmosphere. Live music weekends. 2096 Commercial, 604-254-1195 lnb$$

DHARMA KITCHEN

All-vegan offerings: salads, veggie burgers, rice bowls, tofu dishes. Serene, cozy setting. 3667 W. Broadway, 604-738-3899 lt$$

THE FOUNDATION

Modern vegetarian fare in a funky, laid-back environment. 2301 Main, 604-708-0881 lnt$$

NAAM

Funky natural-food joint with open-air patio. Nightly music. 2724 W. 4th, 604-738-7151 lpntb$$

OM VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT

Contemporary atmosphere with egg-free dishes on the menu. 3466 Cambie, 604-873-6868 lt$


Cafés/Desserts

APHRODITE'S CAFE & PIE SHOP

Focus on fresh organic delights: thin crust pizza, homemade breads, soups, salads, and wild baked sockeye. 3598 W. 4th, 604-738-5879 lnt$$$

THOMAS HAAS FINE CHOCOLATES AND PATISSERIE

Chocolates, cakes, and other desserts. Café serves light lunches and cappuccino. 998 Harbourside Dr., N. Van., 604-924-1847 lt$


Eat In/Take Out

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FLATBREAD

Handmade organic flatbread pizzas, pasta, soups, and salads. Wood-burning ovens. 1876 W. 1st, 604-730-0321 lpt$$

SOLLY'S BAGELRY

Sandwiches on bagels and bread, Jewish baked goods. 189 E. 28th, 604-872-1821; 2873 W. Broadway, 604-738-2121; 368 W. 7th, 604-675-9750 ltb$


Restaurant/Bar

DOCKSIDE BREWING COMPANY

Plenty of seafood, in-house brewery. Panoramic view of False Creek. 1253 Johnston St., Granville Island, 604-685-7070 lpntb$$

FOGG N' SUDS

Upbeat, casual atmosphere. More than 120 international bottled beers. 202–1323 Robson, 604-683-2337 lnpt$$

GRAMERCY GRILL

Neighbourhood restaurant with downtown feel. Local, natural, and organic ingredients. 2685 Arbutus, 604-730-5666 lpt$$$

ROOM EIGHTEEN

Funky room with casual atmosphere. Formerly the Distillery. 2042 W. 4th, 604-739-4674 n$$

RUGBY BEACH CLUB GRILLE

Authentic grill house has a 40-seat patio. Specializes in herbs and rubs. 950 W. Broadway, 604-736-2438 p$$

SANAFIR

Arabic décor, Moroccan-style beds, communal table. First-rate menu; diverse tastes converse amicably. 1026 Granville, 604-678-1049 $$$

STEAMWORKS BREWING CO.

Pacific Northwest food. Specialty beers brewed in-house. 375 Water, 604-689-2739 ln$$$

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