Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Eastside, Vancouver

Shawn P. • August 7, 2014The chicken club is one of the best sandwiches anywhere, ever. Great baked goods too!

Gloria J. • March 4, 2015No reservations...better to get there early if you want a table! Super busy! Their pastas are all homemade. Love their food!

Mark • August 24, 2015Perfect healthy, cheap and delicious lunch. Sandwiches can be converted to a salad for those seeking gluten free.

Kristina • February 18, 2014Most relaxed cafe with such a great vibe. Fantastic coffee, fantastic food. Share the picnic board. It's a treat. Personal Favorite place in Vancouver.

Adam N. • July 16, 2016Delightful little restaurant with a nice farm-to-table concept. Dale remains the best bartender in Vancouver. Good local beer selection, too.

Fredrick F. • November 18, 2013Their slices are massive! So bring an appetite :)

Jacob U. • July 21, 2013It is really good here. Modern Mexican food is an amazing. Make sure you try their tacos and the scallop and chorizo!

Stephanie W. • February 17, 2012Have the Half Carolina Pancake! The pulled pork is sooooo good here.

Scott R. • September 29, 2016"Top shelf" daiquiri with mezcal is the best I've ever had.

Devin O. • June 7, 2012A definate go to for locals. Fantastic for meetings, amazing coffee and lots of space.

Kari F. • October 21, 2017Stopped in for a drink and appetizer while waiting for a table at Ask for Luigi. Great cocktails & wine list. Order the steak tartare - the best. Service is top notch, very friendly and accommodating!

Arman P. • April 10, 2018Ping pong, beer and snacks with hip-hop music. Perfect place to hang out with friends and have lots of fun.

Casey L. • November 4, 2020Delicious on everything. Highly recommended Omu-rice with beef sauce and these beef belly sandwiches!!!!!

C M. • August 18, 2013The peanut butter caramelized banana waffles were off the charts amazing. The veggie Benny was awesome too. It took a while to come, but it was made from scratch while we were there. Four thumbs up!

Luana A. • August 11, 2013Nice place, with gorgeous waiters! The oysters are amazing! Also try the lobster!!!!

Wanda H. • January 7, 2018Best whiskey list in Vancouver. Enjoyable and good bartenders.

Campbell M. • September 17, 2015Grilled cheese sandwiches! (It's basically all they do)👍👌

Tiffany C. • February 21, 2015Their organic milk soft serve itself is awesome and unique! Light milk flavor and not sweet:) even without toppings it's good

Arash N. • June 12, 2015Bao chicka bao bao and Jaws for the Baos are a must! Also try the Japyoki fries so gooood!

Nada C. • November 10, 2013The chicken penne was hearty and delicious :) ask the guys who run the restaurant for a background of the place and be prepared to be very impressed with the dedication of this social enterprise!

June L. • September 10, 2016Hanna who was waiting us was very kind and very attentive. She asked our name and offered to shake hands. The food that we order was half pound brisket and two side dishes. It had a big portion.

T B. • April 7, 2010The terrine is really really really good!

Torzin S • September 17, 2023Nice coffee roaster but limited seat to sit and sample.

Glenn • December 9, 2012Beer made on site & pretty good jazz too!!!!

Roberto • June 20, 2021Pizza here is tasty as. Thin base, topping right to the edges… $4 a slice. Boom!

Parker W. • June 29, 2010Wonderful Ethiopian food. Get a veggie combo and add a meat dish. The Kitfo is to die for, and the Yebeg Alicha Wot is great. No wine or beer.

Aishath B. • July 17, 2014Great curries, their chicken tikka also comes with a delicious sauce most other restaurants skimp on. Cocktail suggestion - Bombay sling!

Elnur A. • September 1, 2014Service is a bit lousy but nice patio at the back makes up for it