Guidebook for Vancouver
Food Scene
Havana Vancouver
1212 Commercial DrA "go-to" on The Drive. Fun patio watching and awesome Sangria.
Moja Coffee
1102 Commercial DrOne of my faves.
Bump N Grind Cafe
916 Commercial DrAwesome coffee/cafe watering hole.
Kin Kao Thai Kitchen
903 Commercial DrMmmm... Thai food :)
Closed on Sundays though :(
Great Mexican brunch, lunch and dinner. Can't forget the tequila & cocktails. Fun vibe.
155 locals recommend
La Mezcaleria
1622 Commercial DrGreat Mexican brunch, lunch and dinner. Can't forget the tequila & cocktails. Fun vibe.
Storm Crow Tavern
1305 Commercial DrTwo words: Board games.
Prado Cafe
1938 Commercial Dr A popular coffee spot on The Drive.
Tangent Café
2095 Commercial DrTacofino Commissary
2327 E Hastings StThe Reef
1018 Commercial DriveCaribbean food.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. I especially like the brunch. Good vibe.
10 locals recommend
Cabrito - Tapas Bebidas
2270 Commercial DrBreakfast, lunch and dinner. I especially like the brunch. Good vibe.
Jamjar Canteen
2290 Commercial DrLebanese & Mediterranean cuisine
One of THE BEST pizza places in the city. Great date night spot as well.
159 locals recommend
Via Tevere Pizzeria
1190 Victoria DrOne of THE BEST pizza places in the city. Great date night spot as well.
Marcello Ristorante & Pizzeria
1404 Commercial DrBierCraft Tap and Tapas
1191 Commercial DrFets Whisky Kitchen
1230 Commercial DrDrinks & Nightlife
Bomber Brewing
1488 Adanac StStrange Fellows Brewing Company
1345 Clark DrThe Charlatan
1447 Commercial DrStateside Craft
1601 Commercial DrOdd Society Spirits
1725 Powell StDistillery
Fortune Sound Club
147 E Pender StParallel 49 Brewing Company
1950 Triumph StArts & Culture
Historic Theatre, The Cultch
1895 Venables StParks & Nature
Victoria Park
650 Lonsdale AveTrout Lake Beach
Entertainment & Activities
Bikram's Yoga College-India
1109 Commercial DrVoted #1 in Vancouver, The Rio is a multimedia venue for premier independent cinema and much more. Showcasing first-run feature films, indie films, classic films, local & international films, hosting numerous International Film Festivals as well as a prime venue for live entertainment ranging from top class concerts, burlesque, comedy, improv, spoken word, variety shows and much more.
Watch these variety of shows in extremely comfortable seats with removable arm rests, state of the art surround sound, and top of the range digital projection, with full bar service and reasonably priced concession goodies (Voted Best concession in Vancouver) including East Van's favourite Grilled Cheese!
100 locals recommend
Rio Theatre
1660 E BroadwayVoted #1 in Vancouver, The Rio is a multimedia venue for premier independent cinema and much more. Showcasing first-run feature films, indie films, classic films, local & international films, hosting numerous International Film Festivals as well as a prime venue for live entertainment ranging from top class concerts, burlesque, comedy, improv, spoken word, variety shows and much more.
Watch these variety of shows in extremely comfortable seats with removable arm rests, state of the art surround sound, and top of the range digital projection, with full bar service and reasonably priced concession goodies (Voted Best concession in Vancouver) including East Van's favourite Grilled Cheese!
Playland at the PNE
2901 E Hastings StFree entrance, watch the races or gamble at your own risk.
A chance to pull out your big hat! ;)
38 locals recommend
Hastings Park Racecourse
188 N Renfrew StFree entrance, watch the races or gamble at your own risk.
A chance to pull out your big hat! ;)
The Wise
1882 Adanac StLive music, flea markets and more.
Shopping
Attic Treasures
944 Commercial DrVintage furniture
Spank Clothing
1027 Commercial DrMintage
1714 Commercial DrVintage clothing store.
Essentials
Fresh meats and cheeses. One of the best local markets around town.
59 locals recommend
Santa Barbara Market
1322 1322 Commercial DrFresh meats and cheeses. One of the best local markets around town.