The First 50

We’re trying something new this year – To whet your appetite, we’ve assembled an early selection of fifty Vancouver restaurants across our most-loved neighbourhoods. The full menus debut January 12, but until then, let this be an amuse-bouche for the festival ahead.

Gastown

Officially designated a National Historic Site of Canada, Gastown preserves the past with cobblestone streets lined with handsome brick buildings and landmarks like the Gastown steam clock.

• Monarca
• L'Abattoir
• Pidgin
• Water St. Cafe

Kitsilano

Kitsilano is named after the Squamish chief, August Jack Khatsahlano and this laid-back yet lively community radiates its 1960’s hippy roots.

• Maenam
• Delara Restaurant
• Oddfish
• Fable Kitchen
• Wildlight Kitchen + Bar
• Las Margaritas

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is a hip community with a hearty mix of breweries, owner-run boutiques, and tasty Michelin eateries.

• Burdock & Co
• The Acorn
• ELEM
• Published on Main
• Kavita
• Heritage Restaurant and Bar

Commercial Drive & East Van

Locally known as The Drive, this multicultural and bohemian street has hundreds of local gems to explore.

• Bar Corso
• Havana Vancouver
• Nonna's Cucina Commercial Drive
• Loula's
• Pax Romana
• Sopra Sotto Pizzeria - Commercial Drive
• Chez Céline Restaurant
• Dachi
• Osteria Elio Volpe
• Bar Gobo

Yaletown

Once a commercial warehouse and railyard district, Yaletown built on its heritage bones, and transformed itself into an energetic, trendy neighbourhood.

• Dovetail
• Minami Restaurant
• The Greek by Anatoli
• Fanny Bay Oyster Bar
• Provence Marinaside

West End & Coal Harbour

The West End is one of the oldest residential neighbourhoods in Vancouver — and, as the gateway to Stanley Park, locals and visitors alike can easily transition from the ocean, beaches, and forest to the city within blocks.

• Per Se Social Corner - Coal Harbour
• Hook Restaurant
• Sula Indian Restaurant - Davie Street
• The Teahouse Restaurant
• Nook - West End
• Robba Da Matti

Downtown

Home to office towers, hotels, shopping, chic dining and attractions like the Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver’s downtown is the beating heart of the city.

• Hawksworth Restaurant
• CinCin Ristorante + Bar
• Touk
• Five Sails
• Lavantine Rooftop Restaurant
• Carlino

Granville Island & South Granville

Granville Island showcases the best of Pacific Northwest living in cuisine, shopping, culture, performance, and art.

• The Sandbar Restaurant
• Alimentaria Mexicana
• Gary's
• Salmon n' Bannock Bistro
• Song by Kin Kao

Chinatown

Vancouver's Chinatown has thrived since 1885, showcasing vibrant colours, exotic cuisine, and a rich history and culture.

• Torafuku
• Fiorino, Italian Street Food