Québec City
Retro decor and comfort food served till the wee hours are the hallmarks of this cool, low-lit hangout between St-Jean-Baptiste and St-Roch. Formica…
Québec City
Retro decor and comfort food served till the wee hours are the hallmarks of this cool, low-lit hangout between St-Jean-Baptiste and St-Roch. Formica…
Vancouver
Transforming a former greasy spoon in the landmark Lee Building into a casual satellite of Fable's popular Kitsilano restaurant, this hipster diner is a…
Vancouver
This is a punk-tastic diner for fans of seriously real burgers. You'll find an inventive array, from classics to the kimchi-infused Korean-BBQ burgers,…
Vancouver
A small, vegan-only diner run by the team behind next door's Blue Heron Creamery. Expect a friendly welcome (and a wait for a table, especially on…
Vancouver
At this lively, wood-floored breakfast-brunch-lunch favorite, finding a table can be tricky. But it's worth the wait if you're a waffle fan: the light and…
Old Montréal
Celebrated Catalan chef Carles Abellan brings a bit of Barcelona magic to the New World with this outstanding addition to Old Montréal – his first foray…
Vancouver
At the forefront of Vancouver's love affair with Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches, this tiny, often-busy spot serves daily specials (always check these first…
Vancouver
Arrive off-peak (limited reservations are also available) at this chatty locals' favorite, a friendly, red-tabled restaurant serving French bistro…
Vancouver
It's a rare vegetarian eatery that has a loyal clientele of carnivores, and this is one of them. The bulging, good-value burritos at this quirky, well…
Vancouver
A pilgrimage spot for oyster fans, Rodney's is always buzzing. And it's not just because of the convivial room with its nautical flourishes; these folks…
Vancouver
Behind the shed-like black-wood exterior (and oversized paper lantern) lurks the chatty heart of Kitsilano's best ramen joint, a cozy, izakaya-like spot…
Vancouver
Lined with retro wood paneling, this warm and welcoming Drive hangout combines comfort-classic wraps and burgers with several Malaysian curries and some…
Québec City
Set on busy Rue St-Louis, this handsome eatery features an enticing mixture of Italian and Mediterranean flavors. Start off with prosciutto-wrapped shrimp…
Vancouver
Expect superb soft tacos topped with delectable ingredients such as pork confit and braised beef cheeks at this superior Mexican restaurant. Take a seat…
Québec City
At this bright, buzzy and high-ceilinged café-boulangerie (cafe-bakery) crammed with tourists, diners seated at long wooden tables tuck into tasty gourmet…
Vancouver
Spicy, deep-fried, southern-style chicken is the menu foundation at this bright and buzzing spot with its surprisingly happy grinning-bird logo. Choose…
Québec City
Featuring a tantalizing array of sweet and savory snacks, this neighborhood traiteur (deli) and cafe is a browser’s delight. The display case is devoted…
Vancouver
This sometimes clamorously busy French-influenced bakery-cafe is a lunchtime magnet with its quesadillas, house-made soups and bulging grilled sandwiches …
Vancouver
Occupying a gabled 1930s park building, this lovely spot serves contemporary West Coast classics such as roasted BC sablefish and Fraser Valley duck,…
Vancouver
If you've been on your feet all day exploring the city, it may be time to cool down with an ice-cold treat. A visit to Vancouver's fave traditional ice…
Vancouver
Reservations are not accepted at this Drive favorite, so arrive early for a table or expect to queue. Even if you have to wait, it'll be worth it: the…
Vancouver
A charming neighborhood bistro with a casual contemporary feel, La Cigale's menu combines traditional French recipes with local ingredients and simple,…
Vancouver
There are no reservations and the place is tiny, but this unassuming sushi joint just off Main is the best place in the neighborhood for Japanese dining…
Vancouver
This super-friendly cafe-style joint has a rustic-chic interior and a folksy Lebanese menu of ethically sourced ingredients, with lots of vegetarian…
Québec City
This gourmet grocery stocks a delectable mix of meat, cheese, olive oil, vinegar, tea and coffee. At lunchtime, the deli case is well-stocked with…
Vancouver
One of Vancouver's oldest noodle shops, fancy-free Kintaro feels like a bustling ramen spot in backstreet Tokyo. Arrive off-peak to avoid queues and snag…
Vancouver
Seated alongside a striking Mumbai-themed mural, dive into some street-food snacks and dishes inspired by the home-style cuisine of this bustling Indian…
Vancouver
At this healthy fast-food cafeteria, step up to the counter and choose a protein (chicken, ahi tuna or tofu, for example) as well as two sides to add to…
Québec City
People line up at all hours for Tutto Gelato's creamy, rich, homemade ice cream. Dozens of types of Italian-style gelato and two dozen different sorbets …
Vancouver
This good-value local favorite gets jam-packed with bleary-eyed locals soothing their hangovers, but it's worth the wait for a quirky, darkened room lined…
Vancouver
Behind half-curtained windows in an unassuming building that resembles a cast-off from a shopping mall, this excellent Parisian-style dining room is right…
Whistler
Tucked behind Armchair Books, this is a good place to jump the breakfast queues and load up with some energy-generating 'overnight oats'. Come lunchtime,…
Montréal
A hip favorite, unpretentious Le Pick Up began as an authentic 1950s dépanneur (convenience store) and snack bar before the current owners took it over…
Québec City
Frequented almost exclusively by locals in the know, this turreted restaurant just north of Ave Cartier is often overlooked by visitors to Québec City…
British Columbia
Arriving off-peak is the best way to avoid the crush and maybe even snag a table at this bright-painted former police station with a striking Emiliano…
Vancouver
Trip down the steps (not literally) to this busy spot and you'll find one of the city's favorite poke destinations. Expect friendly service, heaped bowls…
Old Montréal
A game-changer in the world of vegan cuisine, Invitation V serves up creative, beautifully presented dishes in an elegant dining room of white brick and…
Old Montréal
Industrial style dominates at this renovated factory next to the Fonderie Darling art space, which draws a creative tech-industry crowd. The menu features…
Vancouver
Granville Strip's best brunch, this narrow, art-lined bistro feels as if it should be somewhere else. But even clubbers need to eat well sometimes. The…
Vancouver Island
‘Locally produced’ is a mantra you hear a lot on Vancouver Island and it’s taken particularly seriously at this attractive, if pricey, wooden restaurant…
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