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Vancouver: Restaurants

Across the board, seafood reigns in Vancouver, where restaurants employ their oceanfront advantage for almost every dish. International cuisine is well represented across town, but none so much as Chinese food, thanks to the city’s sizeable Chinese enclave.

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This sliver of a venue is a late-night favorite on the hem of Davie Gay Village; “tapatizers” and a thrilling selection of...
small plates | gay&lesbian

Feenie's
Deconstructed brasserie classics reappear bigger, bolder, and better than ever on the bright, fun menu at this Iron Chef’s...
notable chef | brasserie

Lolita's South of the Border Cantina
Lolita’s was a hit right out of the box when it opened on the edge of the gay village in 2005. The compact venue...
gay and lesbian | trendy | editor pick

The Flying Tiger
The myriad flavors of Asian street markets confetti the menu at the hip Flying Tiger, offering a tasty jaunt from Mumbai to...
trendy

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Devour a sumptuous array of local seafood with a seven- or 14-course menu and an enticing wine list at this chic room...
seafood | notable wine list

Vij's
Inventive East Indian fusion stars at this sultry West Side spot. Vij’s wine and fenugreek curry glazed lamb popsicles...
smart splurge

West
Thrillingly unpredictable combinations like roasted quail pie served under toasted almond cream and white grape vinaigrette...
smart splurge | notable wine list | notable chef | editor pick

Zin
A knowledgeable and dedicated staff serves witty concoctions and fusion tapas in seductive surroundings. An exuberant wine...
notable wine list | tapas

Go Fish Ocean Emporium
Boat-fresh fare straight from the nets fuels the patiently queuing crowds that cram this fish shack at the Fisherman’s Wharf.
family | seafood

Stepho's Souvlaki Greek Taverna
Gargantuan helpings of great Greek food (roasted lamb, souvlaki) at inconsequential prices account for the interminable lines...
family | great value

Sun Sui Wah
Geoduck, fresh crab, and an assortment of the freshest seafood stars on the menu at this acclaimed dim sum palace.
family | seafood

The Naam
A souvenir of Kitsilano’s 70’s tie-dye days, the legendary Naam is a laid back vegetarian institution. Substantial...
family | live music | vegetarian