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MainMain
+2+2
If only every vegetable tasted as good as The Acorn

If only every vegetable tasted as good as The Acorn

The title of best vegetarian restaurant in the city is a well-earned title

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+1+1
Don't Argue Pizza has the best New York slice in Vancouver

Don't Argue Pizza has the best New York slice in Vancouver

And frankly, it's not even close.

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+3+3
Pax Romana imbues creativity into Spanish cuisine

Pax Romana imbues creativity into Spanish cuisine

Featuring food from across the Mediterranean, this affordable spot leans into things like fermentation and high-quality ingredients.

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
VietnameseVietnamese
+2+2
Viet Family's pho will make you forget about beef

Viet Family's pho will make you forget about beef

Viet Family is rightfully carving out a name for itself as a vegan Vietnamese restaurant. It helps that the traditional Vietnamese items work.

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
DessertDessert
+2+2
Tartine Bread and Pies does pies, and it does them well

Tartine Bread and Pies does pies, and it does them well

Grandma was the pie maker in our family, and I think she would approve of Tartine's

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
CafeCafe
+4+4
El Cafecito brings Mexican influence to coffee innovation

El Cafecito brings Mexican influence to coffee innovation

Coffee lovers, especially those who like sweeter drinks, will find something to love here

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+2+2
Downlow Chicken eschews tradition with their approach to chicken sandwiches

Downlow Chicken eschews tradition with their approach to chicken sandwiches

The chicken is superb, but it's the creative approach to each sandwich that makes the place a standout

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
BakeryBakery
+2+2
Bench Bakehouse is a top spot for baked goods

Bench Bakehouse is a top spot for baked goods

Their Danishes are expertly done

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+2+2
At Collective Goods, French food comes with a playful side

At Collective Goods, French food comes with a playful side

The neighbourhood spot embraces the traditional side of French cuisine, without forgetting it can be fun

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+3+3
Just Pizza reflects Vancouver’s unique culinary landscape

Just Pizza reflects Vancouver’s unique culinary landscape

With unique flavour combinations like Filipino longganisa and cumin lamb, the team at Just Pizza is pushing pizza boundaries

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
Restaurant ReviewRestaurant Review
+2+2
You may discover Yume Dining is your new favourite lunch spot

You may discover Yume Dining is your new favourite lunch spot

Not only is the food good, including one dish you might not normally find the prices incredibly reasonable

Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe
GuideGuide
+2+2
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Geoff Sharpe
Geoff Sharpe