Must-see restaurants in British Columbia

  • Old School Eatery

    British Columbia

    Sharing the old Mountain View School building of 1914 with Jones Distilling, the Old School Eatery is becoming a favorite in Revelstoke, particularly for…

  • Elephant Garden Creamery

    Vancouver

    Arguably Vancouver's most original independent ice-cream store, the ever-intriguing concoctions here are all made on-site by its friendly brother-and…

  • Cafe Lokal

    Vancouver

    A highly welcoming neighborhood hangout lined with mismatched wooden seating and soundtracked with warm jazz recordings. Drop by for coffee, house-baked…

  • Howler's

    Vancouver Island

    Definitely old-school Ukee, this family-friendly, pub-style restaurant covers a lot of bases: heaping plates of pasta, wraps and burgers (go for the elk),…

  • John's Place

    Victoria

    This friendly, diner-style hangout is lined with memorabilia (complete with obligatory jukebox), while its enormous menu is a cut above standard diner…

  • Fifi's Bistro & Cafe

    Whistler

    Slightly more refined than some of the places that speckle the base of Blackcomb Mountain, new-kid-on-the-block Fifi’s is a mix of walk-up coffee bar and…

  • Sophie's Cosmic Cafe

    Vancouver

    Slide between the oversized knife and fork flanking the entrance and you'll find one of Vancouver's best retro-look diners, its kitsch-lined walls studded…

  • Greenhorn Cafe

    Vancouver

    Named after three novice pioneers who once bought land in this area, this well-hidden cafe is a popular local bolt-hole. Residents from nearby apartments…

  • WildTale Coastal Grill

    Vancouver

    A seafood restaurant with meaty extras (including a popular lamb-chops dinner). In-the-know locals have made this one of their favorite afternoon happy…

  • Firechefs

    Vancouver Island

    Firechefs' French-Canadian/Japanese owners upgraded the menu of the old Captain Hardy restaurant to include ramen bowls, sushi and poutine. But, don’t…

  • Iwana Taco

    Vancouver

    Downstairs at the AMS Student Nest union building, this eye-poppingly colorful counter looks like a food truck that's been permanently parked in the wall…

  • All Mex'd Up

    Vancouver Island

    A funky and highly colorful Mexican eatery near the waterfront, this fairy-lighted little spot makes everything from scratch and focuses on local…

  • Common Loaf Bake Shop

    Tofino

    Encased in an attractive dark-red wooden house with an octagonal bay window, this understated bakery is lined with local art and has a little community…

  • Mr Red Cafe

    Vancouver

    Serves authentic northern Vietnamese home-style dishes that look and taste like there's a lovely old lady making them out back. Dine off-peak to avoid…

  • Maenam

    Vancouver

    Kitsilano's best Thai restaurant is a contemporary reinvention of the concept, with subtle, complex influences flavoring the menu in a warm, wood-floored…

  • Salsa & Agave Mexican Grill

    Vancouver

    Expect warm service (plus nachos and salsa) when you snag a table at this laid-back, family-run favorite (sunny-day patio seats recommended). Allow plenty…

  • Livia

    Vancouver

    A friendly bakery cafe that serves light brunch and lunch dishes (including popular breakfast sandwiches) plus an eclectic array of house-made goodies…

  • Kin Kao

    Vancouver

    An austere, white-walled interior belies the warm service and spicy menu at this mod Thai restaurant. Share a few plates between you (don't miss the deep…

  • Jamjar Canteen

    Vancouver

    Visiting Canteen, a simplified version of the city's highly popular Jamjar Lebanese comfort-food restaurants, means choosing from four mains (lamb…

  • Beacon Cafe

    Vancouver Island

    A steadfastly local corner cafe with a few regal touches. The chairs owe a nod to the elegant ‘Louis Quinze’ epoch while the mantlepiece pays ceramic…

  • Baghdad Cafe

    Vancouver

    A slender, fancy-free spot serving hearty, good-value Iraqi dishes to in-the-know diners. Expect friendly service, platters of chicken and lamb with rice…

  • Jolly's Indian Bistro

    Vancouver

    Aim for a window seat at this warm, orange-walled Indian bistro, a local favorite with super-friendly staff. The menu is equally divided between meat…

  • Bella Gelateria

    Vancouver

    An ownership change has not diminished the slavering appeal of this queue-magnet gelato spot, especially since inventive flavors such as black sesame,…

  • Chewie's Biscuit Company

    Vancouver

    A bright-orange beacon of calorific comfort food specializing in heaping biscuit sandwiches stuffed with bacon, sausage patties or deep-fried chicken,…

  • Smoke on the Water BBQ Shack

    British Columbia

    Follow your nose along the wharf for this shingle-sided gourmet barbecue shack where the aroma of smoked meats drowns out any fishy harbor smells. Brisket…

  • Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral

    Vancouver

    Guaranteed to fill you for a full day of walking around Vancouver, this monthly Friday Night Supper is well known to locals. Line up for takeout or grab a…

  • Old Firehouse Wine Bar

    Vancouver Island

    This surprisingly large, dark-painted resto-bar is a great dining option with a well-executed menu of seasonally changing dishes reaped from the nearby…

  • Ty's Fine Foods & Bistro

    British Columbia

    It's easy to miss this unassuming side street restaurant but there's a reason why a steady stream of locals keep heading through the door for lunch. This…

  • Hummingbird Pub

    British Columbia

    A beloved rustic pub nestled among the Galiano trees. Look out for wandering deer and, of course, hummingbirds, outside. Fish and chips is the mainstay of…

  • Foo Asian Street Food

    Victoria

    Like a food truck that grew roots in a car park, this local-fave shack focuses on quickly rendered dishes inspired by Asian hawker stalls. Grab a perch…

  • Doc Morgan's Restaurant & Pub

    British Columbia

    Doc's wood-paneled yesteryear interior is an ideal rainy day hangout, while the outdoor deck is perfect for languid sunny day-dining perusing the maritime…

  • Little Juke

    Vancouver

    The tiny West End satellite of a popular Chinatown southern fried chicken joint, expect a finger-licking array of tender, deliciously coated pieces (from…

  • Venus Sophia

    Victoria

    A delightful cream-walled tearoom combining traditional tea service (including a very reasonable $14 cream tea) with beautifully presented vegetarian…

  • Bennett Bay Bistro

    British Columbia

    You don't have to be a guest of the Mayne Island Resort to dine at its restaurant, and you'll find a menu combining pubby classics like fish and chips…

  • Killer Whale Cafe

    Vancouver Island

    Part of the sprawling Telegraph Cove Resort, Killer Whale Cafe is the cove's best eatery – the salmon, mussel and prawn linguine is recommended. Aim for a…

  • Motomachi Shokudo

    Vancouver

    A West End favorite, this intimate, incredibly tiny ramen house – it has fewer than 20 seats – combines good service with perfect comfort dishes. First…

  • Cows

    Whistler

    A Prince Edward Island luxury that has gifted Western Canada with two glorious outlets (Banff and here), Cows is a velvety ice-cream maker known for its…

  • Gobble

    Vancouver

    Gobble's like a big walk-in food truck with a long counter and super-friendly staff. Order your protein (from porchetta to vegan chickpeas) plus two sides…

  • La Cantina Urban Taco Bar

    Whistler

    A busy corner eatery where you order at the counter and then grab a perch (the high stools down the side usually have some empty spots), aim for a…

  • Duncan Garage Cafe & Bakery

    Vancouver Island

    Possibly Duncan’s finest rehab project is this 1911 garage-turned-food-emporium with a bookstore to boot. Despite doing away with the car paraphernalia in…

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