Cut-to-order cheesesteak sandwiches, gourmet-style. The Traditional Philly starts with shaved prime rib layered with gooey cheese (provolone, American or Whiz) with or without sautéed onions... read more
Leave splashy excess to the arrivistes and opt for an on-point experience that doesn’t cost your whole holiday. A chic facelift and clever branding boost this classic mid-century budget hotel... read more
Re-branded and reopened after 30 years at Ferguson Point, to many The Teahouse is as Vancouver as Stanley Park itself. Chef Carol Chow's strengths range from simple carrot soup to delicate fish and... read more
Smack dab between two aquabus stops on False Creek's north shore, this antique-filled marine pub is a modern Bluebeard's delight. Mussels, bouillabaisse and sizzling hot skillets chase the seaside ... read more
Spa-adjacent hotel restaurant offers surprisingly satisfying, flavorful plates, accenting farm-fresh, organic ingredients and contemporary fusion cuisine. Tablet-style computerized wine list is jaw... read more
Whether it's the piano, the pizza, the well-priced pints or the heated patio, this fresh second-floor restobar covers all the bases. From vanilla to vamp, the gay, transgendered and straight folk c... read more
Tightly packed spaces make you feel more buzzed than you are, and this place packs ‘em in. Cork-and-mirror walls, low-rise, moss-colored bench seating and a linear spatial arrangement. Unisex... read more
Dolores Haze, move over honey. At this cantina the bocaditos steal the spotlight. The ultra-thin navigate the narrow, dimly lit space well. Walls adorned with surfer kitsch inspire Hollywood North ... read more
Chef Harry’s version of a European café makes brunch an Old World affair. Candlelit interior and antique fixtures create an afternoon refuge for English Bay strollers and discount movi... read more
Second izakaya in a growing Guu empire currently at 4 locations, and between the high decibel staff calling irrasshais and orders and the eponymous garlic dishes, it's more a party spot than an i... read more
Discerning palates flock to try the halibut-polenta Benedict and the grapefruit mimosas for brunch. Once the sun goes down, the “100-mile” food is what keeps them coming back. Harry Kam... read more
Body rockers gather in the West End’s most spacious gay club. More recently, it also attracts the straight, young and on the the run. Drag queens and local beauty queens bump and grind to tec... read more
'Every book bargained priced' is the motto of this local, independent discount book business. On top of their hand selected book bargains, they also carry standard bookstore titles (current hard an... read more
Cult of west coast celeb followers including Jessica Simpson and Miley Cyrus save the brand a permanent spot in the weekly gossip rags. Booty enlightening conspicuous horseshoe (or is it Buddha's s... read more
Cult of west coast celeb followers including Jessica Simpson and Miley Cyrus save the brand a permanent spot in the weekly gossip rags. Booty enlightening conspicuous horseshoe (or is it Buddha's s... read more
Cult of west coast celeb followers including Jessica Simpson and Miley Cyrus save the brand a permanent spot in the weekly gossip rags. Booty enlightening conspicuous horseshoe (or is it Buddha's s... read more
Only a genius could create an upscale drugstore that focuses solely on makeup, fragrances and skincare products. Don't be shy about testing classics like Chanel No. 5 or Calvin Klein's Obsession fo... read more
In this house of preppy, Americana reigns supreme. Classic polos and khakis for men, and feminine blouses and skinny jeans make the Hilfiger brand both traditional and contemporary, bringing this ... read more
This Mexican taqueria puts the ole in guacamole. At least a pound of the green stuff makes dipping their homemade tacos a muy-to-do. More stunning than the ESL kids playing with their exotic gadget... read more
This rough-edged, downmarket watering hole gets some of its charact...
Gorgeously designed to show off its serpentine curves and 110-year-...
Showcasing a custom–built Kees van der Westen “Mirage&r...
The city’s first dedicated beer tasting room, gastropreneur S...
The prescription at this gorgeous former pharmacy-turned-supper clu...