Kelly’s Vancouver Guidebook Shopping - Food - Attractions - Nightlife I am born & raised in Vancouver so I know the best places to go. Feel free to ask me any questions or recommendations :)

Kelly
Kelly’s Vancouver Guidebook Shopping - Food - Attractions - Nightlife I am born & raised in Vancouver so I know the best places to go. Feel free to ask me any questions or recommendations :)

Shopping

Downtown has the best shopping from high end to low end. A place you do not want to miss. Some department stores include Holt Renfrew, Nordstrom, Hudson's Bay, etc.. Gastown will have many retail stores by local designers.
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Downtown Vancouver
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Downtown has the best shopping from high end to low end. A place you do not want to miss. Some department stores include Holt Renfrew, Nordstrom, Hudson's Bay, etc.. Gastown will have many retail stores by local designers.
2nd Biggest Mall in British Columbia. It is located in Burnaby. There is a skytrain station which stops at the mall
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Metrotown
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2nd Biggest Mall in British Columbia. It is located in Burnaby. There is a skytrain station which stops at the mall
Park Royal currently markets itself as five star shopping mall.
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Park Royal
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Park Royal currently markets itself as five star shopping mall.
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is an outlet mall on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia. It is located in close proximity to Vancouver International Airport. It currently has over 60 retailers over 240,000 square feet.
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McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport
7899 Templeton Station Rd
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McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport is an outlet mall on Sea Island in Richmond, British Columbia. It is located in close proximity to Vancouver International Airport. It currently has over 60 retailers over 240,000 square feet.
Asian Mall with the best food court.
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Aberdeen Centre
4151 Hazelbridge Way
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Asian Mall with the best food court.

Sightseeing

Chinatown is a historic neighborhood in Vancouver. It is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops. Nearby, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden has tranquil paths and pavilions. As a Vacouverite, I would try to avoid Hastings & Main Street Area at day or night time.
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Chinatown
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Chinatown is a historic neighborhood in Vancouver. It is known for its buzzing food scene, which includes traditional Asian bakeries, dim sum restaurants and hip cocktail bars. Jars of ginseng and dried fish line the shelves of old-school apothecaries, while Chinese groceries stocked with live seafood and exotic vegetables share the streets with indie fashion shops. Nearby, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden has tranquil paths and pavilions. As a Vacouverite, I would try to avoid Hastings & Main Street Area at day or night time.
Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and is mostly surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay. I recommend walking or biking the seawall starting at West Georgia and Denman Street. There are many bike and roller blade rentals.
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Stanley Park
610 Pipeline Rd
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Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and is mostly surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay. I recommend walking or biking the seawall starting at West Georgia and Denman Street. There are many bike and roller blade rentals.
Only a 2 hour drive from Vancouver. Whistler is the biggest mountain located in BC. Many people visit this location in the summer and winter time. During the winter seasons, it is the best mountain to snowboard or ski & do other outdoor activities. There are also outdoor activities such as zip lining and ATV during the summer seasons.
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Whistler
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Only a 2 hour drive from Vancouver. Whistler is the biggest mountain located in BC. Many people visit this location in the summer and winter time. During the winter seasons, it is the best mountain to snowboard or ski & do other outdoor activities. There are also outdoor activities such as zip lining and ATV during the summer seasons.
Coal Harbour is a downtown area known for its marina, mountain views, and mix of casual and upscale waterside eateries. Seaplanes take off in the shadow of gleaming condo towers near the modern, grass-roofed Vancouver Convention Centre. The paved Seawall walking and cycling path follows the shore to forested Stanley Park. There is a massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
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Coal Harbour
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Coal Harbour is a downtown area known for its marina, mountain views, and mix of casual and upscale waterside eateries. Seaplanes take off in the shadow of gleaming condo towers near the modern, grass-roofed Vancouver Convention Centre. The paved Seawall walking and cycling path follows the shore to forested Stanley Park. There is a massive, modern Olympic torch built for the 2010 Winter Games, occasionally lit for special events.
My favourite place to buy fresh seafood, meat fruits and vegetables. Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. You can get there by car or take the aqua bus from English Bay Beach.
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Granville Island
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My favourite place to buy fresh seafood, meat fruits and vegetables. Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge. You can get there by car or take the aqua bus from English Bay Beach.
Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes cocktail lounges and restaurants. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.
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Gastown
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Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes cocktail lounges and restaurants. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.
Science World at Telus World of Science, Vancouver is a science centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the end of False Creek, and features many permanent interactive exhibits and displays, as well as areas with varying topics throughout the years. Fun for adults and kids.
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Science World TELUS World of Sciencessä
1455 Quebec St
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Science World at Telus World of Science, Vancouver is a science centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the end of False Creek, and features many permanent interactive exhibits and displays, as well as areas with varying topics throughout the years. Fun for adults and kids.
The Vancouver Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In addition to being a major tourist attraction for Vancouver, the aquarium is a centre for marine research, conservation and marine animal rehabilitation.
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Vancouverin akvaario
845 Avison Way
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The Vancouver Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In addition to being a major tourist attraction for Vancouver, the aquarium is a centre for marine research, conservation and marine animal rehabilitation.
Kitsilano Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver, especially in the warm summer months. Located at the north edge of the Kitsilano neighbourhood, the beach faces out onto English Bay.
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Kitsilano Beach Park
1499 Arbutus St
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Kitsilano Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver, especially in the warm summer months. Located at the north edge of the Kitsilano neighbourhood, the beach faces out onto English Bay.
English Bay is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, west of the downtown peninsula and False Creek. It consists of the south side of the Burrard Inlet, extending from Point Grey in the southwest to Prospect Point in the northeast.
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English Bay Beach
Beach Avenue
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English Bay is located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, west of the downtown peninsula and False Creek. It consists of the south side of the Burrard Inlet, extending from Point Grey in the southwest to Prospect Point in the northeast.
Victoria is British Columbia's capital city, south end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion & the Parliment. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city. A day trip is recommended.
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Victoria
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Victoria is British Columbia's capital city, south end of Vancouver Island. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion & the Parliment. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city. A day trip is recommended.
The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The current bridge is 140 metres long and 70 metres above the river.
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Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano Rd
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The Capilano Suspension Bridge is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The current bridge is 140 metres long and 70 metres above the river.
False Creek is a short inlet in the heart of Vancouver. It separates downtown from the rest of the city. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. George Richards named False Creek during his survey of the coast in the mid-19th century.
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False Creek
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False Creek is a short inlet in the heart of Vancouver. It separates downtown from the rest of the city. It was named by George Henry Richards during his Hydrographic survey of 1856-63. George Richards named False Creek during his survey of the coast in the mid-19th century.
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Playland at the PNE
2901 E Hastings St
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Vancouver Christmas Market
1055 Canada Pl
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Neighborhoods

Many Chinese immigrants established their homes and businesses when they first moved to Vancouver. Residential areas are home to low income residents in apartments. There are some warehouses still located in the area.
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Chinatown
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Many Chinese immigrants established their homes and businesses when they first moved to Vancouver. Residential areas are home to low income residents in apartments. There are some warehouses still located in the area.
One of Vancouver's multicultural areas. A mix of residential and commercial development in the area. The Italian festivals happens here once a year.
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Commercial Drive
Commercial Drive
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One of Vancouver's multicultural areas. A mix of residential and commercial development in the area. The Italian festivals happens here once a year.
Gastown is another heritage area of the city. Some streets are still cobblestone. Tourist shops are found near the notable Gastown Steam Clock. The area is mixed with low and middle class residents living in apartments, condos and lofts.
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Gastown
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Gastown is another heritage area of the city. Some streets are still cobblestone. Tourist shops are found near the notable Gastown Steam Clock. The area is mixed with low and middle class residents living in apartments, condos and lofts.
West End is a mixed commercial and residential area. Housing is a mix of apartments and condos. It is home to the city's gay community, the Davie Village.
West End
West End is a mixed commercial and residential area. Housing is a mix of apartments and condos. It is home to the city's gay community, the Davie Village.
Shaughnessy is home to the city's rich. Large detached homes are found here and some are heritage properties from the pre-1950s.
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Shaughnessy
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Shaughnessy is home to the city's rich. Large detached homes are found here and some are heritage properties from the pre-1950s.
Mount Pleasant is a community with mixed residential and business development. Close to False Creek, it has some businesses and warehouses located here. Single and low income residents live here.
Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is a community with mixed residential and business development. Close to False Creek, it has some businesses and warehouses located here. Single and low income residents live here.
Downtown Vancouver is the main or central business district of Vancouver. Major business have their offices and towers located here. Notable and popular entertainment venues and eateries are found here. There is housing in the area. Mostly high-rises and apartments.
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Downtown Vancouver
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Downtown Vancouver is the main or central business district of Vancouver. Major business have their offices and towers located here. Notable and popular entertainment venues and eateries are found here. There is housing in the area. Mostly high-rises and apartments.
Main Street-Riley Park is home to the city's vintage and antiques shops, but also a middle class community. Houses and apartments are the main forms of homes. Queen Elizabeth Park is found here as well as the city's highest point.
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Main Street
Main Street
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Main Street-Riley Park is home to the city's vintage and antiques shops, but also a middle class community. Houses and apartments are the main forms of homes. Queen Elizabeth Park is found here as well as the city's highest point.
Check out fisherman’s warf for fresh catches of the day.
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Steveston
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Check out fisherman’s warf for fresh catches of the day.
Take the Seabuss from waterfront station in Downtown across to North Vancouver. Only a 15 minute ride. Explore the market and brewery there.
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North Lonsdale
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Take the Seabuss from waterfront station in Downtown across to North Vancouver. Only a 15 minute ride. Explore the market and brewery there.

Mountains / Hike

Vancouver is known for its beautiful mountains and hikes.
Has a terrific view of the city. In the summer time, the grouse grind is a popular hike. In the winter time, many Vancouverites go snowboarding for the view.
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Grouse Mountain
6400 Nancy Greene Way
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Has a terrific view of the city. In the summer time, the grouse grind is a popular hike. In the winter time, many Vancouverites go snowboarding for the view.
Summer time: Dog Mountain Hike Winter time: Outdoor activities, ski, snowboard + snowshoeing
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Mt Seymour
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Summer time: Dog Mountain Hike Winter time: Outdoor activities, ski, snowboard + snowshoeing
Deep cove Quarry Rock is an easy hike in North Vancouver. When you reach the top, there is a beautiful view. I like to bring snacks and enjoy the view. There are also kayak and paddle boarding rentals by the water. When visiting, you must try a donut from Honey's Donut.
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Deep Cove
4322 Gallant Ave
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Deep cove Quarry Rock is an easy hike in North Vancouver. When you reach the top, there is a beautiful view. I like to bring snacks and enjoy the view. There are also kayak and paddle boarding rentals by the water. When visiting, you must try a donut from Honey's Donut.
This is a very popular hike during the summer. Many locals go cliff jumping here (which i don't recommend doing) but it is fun to watch. You can hang out by the water after the hike.
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Lynn Canyonin puisto
3663 Park Rd
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This is a very popular hike during the summer. Many locals go cliff jumping here (which i don't recommend doing) but it is fun to watch. You can hang out by the water after the hike.
Beautiful Hike summer or winter.
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Lake Road
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Beautiful Hike summer or winter.
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Garibaldi Lake
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Stawamus Chief
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Easy hike in West Vancouver.
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Lighthouse Park | West Vancouver
4902 Beacon Ln
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Easy hike in West Vancouver.
You can either bike, walk, or roller blade through the seawall. It is the most popular hike around Stanley Park / downtown.
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Vancouver Seawall
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You can either bike, walk, or roller blade through the seawall. It is the most popular hike around Stanley Park / downtown.
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Whytecliffin puisto
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Whistler Mountain Peak Suspension Bridge
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Watch a Game

Watch a Canucks game... you don't have to be a fan.. most Vancouverites are bandwagoners..
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Rogers Arena
800 Griffiths Way
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Watch a Canucks game... you don't have to be a fan.. most Vancouverites are bandwagoners..
If you like soccer, go to a White Caps game.
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BC Place
777 Pacific Blvd
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If you like soccer, go to a White Caps game.

Nightlife

If you like hiphop/rnb music, this is the place to go.
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Twelve West
1219 Granville St
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If you like hiphop/rnb music, this is the place to go.
Granville street is where the nightlife scene is.
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Granville Street
Granville Street
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Granville street is where the nightlife scene is.
Arcade Bar
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Colony Bar Granville
965 Granville St
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Arcade Bar
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Fortune Sound Club
147 E Pender St
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Celebrities Nightclub
1022 Davie St
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The Roxy Cabaret
932 Granville St
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Spanish Music. Cancun Fridays
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The Greedy Pig
307 W Cordova St
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Spanish Music. Cancun Fridays
Spanish and Hip Hop
Studio Lounge & Nightclub
919 Granville St
Spanish and Hip Hop
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Bar None Nightclub
1222 Hamilton St
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Levels Nightclub
560 Seymour St
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Cabana Lounge
1163 Granville St
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Aura nightclub
1180 Granville St
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The Pint Public House
455 Abbott St
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The Lamplighter Public House
92 Water St
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Food scene

Happening Yaletown is known for its old warehouse buildings now home to hip restaurants and cocktail lounges, many with buzzing outdoor terraces, as well as indie fashion and decor boutiques. On the waterfront, David Lam Park has an expansive lawn and a playground, while the Seawall is popular for cycling and walking. Professional sports and rock concerts take place at nearby BC Place stadium and the Rogers Arena.
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Yaletown
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Happening Yaletown is known for its old warehouse buildings now home to hip restaurants and cocktail lounges, many with buzzing outdoor terraces, as well as indie fashion and decor boutiques. On the waterfront, David Lam Park has an expansive lawn and a playground, while the Seawall is popular for cycling and walking. Professional sports and rock concerts take place at nearby BC Place stadium and the Rogers Arena.
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Phnom Penh Restaurant
244 E Georgia St
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Osteria Savio Volpe
615 Kingsway
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Dolar Shop
5300 No. 3 Road
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Tacofino Taco Bar
15 W Cordova St
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Nightingale
1017 W Hastings St
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Prince Seafood Restaurant
2881 Grandview Hwy
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Chef Tony Seafood Restaurant
4600 No. 3 Road
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HaiDiLao Hot Pot
5890 No. 3 Road
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Minami
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Miku Vancouver
200 Granville St
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Cactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour
1085 Canada Pl
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Suika Japanese Restaurant
1626 W Broadway
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Kingyo
871 Denman St
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Tojo's Restaurant
1133 West Broadway
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Kishimoto Japanese Restaurant
2054 Commercial Dr
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Kissa Tanto
263 E Pender St
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Pacific Poke
625 Main St
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Bun Cha Ca Hoang Yen
5155 Victoria Dr
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Linh Café
1428 Granville Street
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Dinesty Dumpling House
1719 Robson St
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Ramen Danbo
1333 Robson St
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Anh And Chi
3388 Main St
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Hong Kong style lunch and dinner
New Town Bakery & Restaurant
148 East Pender Street
Hong Kong style lunch and dinner
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Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
1690 Robson St
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Jam Cafe
556 Beatty St
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Hong Kong style lunch and dinner. Best pineapple buns here.
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Lido Restaurant
4231 Hazelbridge Way
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Hong Kong style lunch and dinner. Best pineapple buns here.
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Kirin Restaurant
1172 Alberni St
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Elisa Steakhouse
1109 Hamilton St
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Water Street Café
300 Water St
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The Flying Pig Gastown
102 Water Street
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Rodney's Oyster House
1228 Hamilton St
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Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market
762 Cambie St
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Joe Fortes Seafood & Chop House
777 Thurlow St
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JAPADOG
530 Robson St
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The Shameful Tiki Room
4362 Main St
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Parallel 49 Brewing Company
1950 Triumph St
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La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop
2450 Yukon St
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Brunch
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Sophie's Cosmic Cafe
2095 W 4th Ave
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Brunch
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Richmond Night Market
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