Food Scene
Matchstick Chinatown
213 E Georgia StEnter through the Exit door to Campagnolo Upstairs and feast on their Dirty Burger. Arguably the best kept secret in Vancouver.
59 locals recommend
Campagnolo Upstairs
1020 Main StEnter through the Exit door to Campagnolo Upstairs and feast on their Dirty Burger. Arguably the best kept secret in Vancouver.
Ba Le Sandwich Shop
633 Main StThe Bahn Mi (Vietnamese Subs) are all under $5 and delicious!
The Ramen Butcher
223 E Georgia StThe best ramen going!
An ever changing fresh selection of local Pacific Northwest oysters. The food is delicious and the staff is amazing.
30 locals recommend
Oyster Express
296 Keefer StAn ever changing fresh selection of local Pacific Northwest oysters. The food is delicious and the staff is amazing.
Skip the brunch line up and head here. The food is delicious and you won't have to wait. Also an exceptional whiskey bar and fried chicken kind of place.
41 locals recommend
Mamie Taylor's
251 E Georgia StSkip the brunch line up and head here. The food is delicious and you won't have to wait. Also an exceptional whiskey bar and fried chicken kind of place.
Bestie
105 E Pender StSausage. Pretzels. Mustards. Fries. Beers. All the delicious things.
Finch's Market
501 E Georgia StDelicious baguette sandwiches in a cute neighbourhood setting.
Because pizza is delicious and worth the walk. Do not go to the pizza place on Main and Georgia, walk to Farina and if you're there earlier enough you just might get to order from their delicious menu.
107 locals recommend
Pizzeria Farina
915 Main StBecause pizza is delicious and worth the walk. Do not go to the pizza place on Main and Georgia, walk to Farina and if you're there earlier enough you just might get to order from their delicious menu.
Drinks & Nightlife
Boxcar
917 Main StHole in the wall between the best pizza in Vancouver and a pretty fun bar.
Awesome nightclub with themed nights. Don't miss the Sunday Service Improve comedy show, every Sunday at 8PM. Get there early as it always sells out.
66 locals recommend
Fox Cabaret
2321 Main StAwesome nightclub with themed nights. Don't miss the Sunday Service Improve comedy show, every Sunday at 8PM. Get there early as it always sells out.
The Keefer Bar
135 Keefer StApothecary themed cocktail bar. Drinks are stiff and delicious.
Parks & Nature
Follow Main Street North, over the bridge to a secret inner-city park with epic views of the mountains and dog-friendly beach.
76 locals recommend
Crab Park
101 E Waterfront RdFollow Main Street North, over the bridge to a secret inner-city park with epic views of the mountains and dog-friendly beach.
Great park for sitting and taking in the sweet Vancouver life. Situated in the heart of Strathcona and between two cafe/markets. On Saturday and Sunday mornings watch out for the traditional Chinese thai chi group.
16 locals recommend
MacLean Park
710 Keefer StGreat park for sitting and taking in the sweet Vancouver life. Situated in the heart of Strathcona and between two cafe/markets. On Saturday and Sunday mornings watch out for the traditional Chinese thai chi group.
Essentials
Tin Lee Market
260 E Georgia StGreat for the essentials, mostly fresh produce and ramen. Bring cash.
Wilder Snail Neighborhood Grocery & Coffee
799 Keefer StLovely community grocery store.
Shopping
El Kartel has become a staple of Vancouver's fashion and art. Sometimes hosts fashion shows and art parties!
10 locals recommend
El Kartel
104 E Pender StEl Kartel has become a staple of Vancouver's fashion and art. Sometimes hosts fashion shows and art parties!