ECLECTIC KISSA TANTO Tucked away on the second floor , this Chinatown gem delivers a menu of Japanese-Italian fusion in a retro setting that recalls the jazz bars of yesteryear . Inventive cocktails , plus sake , and local beer . $$ - $$$. D ( Tu-Sa ). 263 E . Pender St . 778-379-8078 . www . kissatanto . com Map 1 : C8
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BAUHAUS Michelin-starred chef Stefan Hartmann brings contemporary German cuisine to a sleek , spacious Gastown room . Cutting-edge techniques and fresh flavours shine in dishes ranging from foie gras to schnitzel . $$$. L ( M-F ), D ( daily ). 1 W . Cordova St . 604-974-1147 . www . bauhaus-restau rant . com X Map 1 : C7
CHAMBAR ReSTAURANT European , Where to Dine Awards since 2007 . You might come to this Belgian restaurant for the moules-frites ( three ways , no less ), and you ’ ll likely stay for the atmosphere . Enjoy beer or cocktails at the bar . $$$. B / L / D ( daily ). 568 Beatty St . 604-879-7119 . www . chambar . com X Map 1 : C6
CINARA Best Downtown , Vancouver magazine 2016 . Locally sourced ingredients shine in modern European dishes . The menu changes daily depending on what is available . Mismatched furniture and bright windows give the space an intimate feel . $$. D ( Tu-Sa ). 350 W . Pender St . 604-428-9694 . X www . cinara . ca Map 1 : C6
FrEnCh AU COMPTOIR Best Casual French , Vancouver magazine 2016 . Feel transported to Paris at this quirky bistro . Try a croque — monsieur or madame — while sitting at tables made from old sewing machines . No reservations . B / L / D ( W-M ), brunch ( Sa-Su ). 2278 W . 4th Ave . 604-569-2278 . www . aucomptoir . ca X Map 4 : 3D
Le CROCODILe French , Where to Dine Awards since 2005 . Best Upscale French , Vancouver magazine since 2008 . Michel Jacob ’ s restaurant regularly pulls top honours in polls of local critics and readers . The menu ’ s solidly flavoured dishes are served with flair but little fuss . $$$. L ( M-F ), D ( M-Sa ). 909 Burrard St . Entrance on Smithe St .
604-669-4298 . www . lecrocodile restaurant . com X Map 1 : C4
LeS FAUX BOURGeOIS Enjoy gourmet dishes such as canard confit and portobello mushroom parmentier , followed by a sweet serving of milk chocolate mousse . $$. D ( daily ). 663 E . 15th Ave . 604-873-9733 . www . lesfauxbourgeois . com X Map 4 : D4
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RANGOLI Easygoing offspring of the famous Vij ’ s Restaurant . Creative Indian bites include cauliflower onion potato pakoras and lamb in a light , cumin-curried sauce . Cafe atmosphere . Superb takeout . $. L / D ( daily ). 1488 W . 11th Ave . 604-736-5711 . www . vijsrangoli . ca X Map 4 : D3
SITAR Specialists since 1983 in meat and vegetarian dishes of India , such as tandoori , vindaloo , biriyani , korma and butter chicken , in a setting of handsome wood and brick with a large window overlooking the street . Drop in or reserve . $$. L / D ( daily ). 8 Powell St . 604-687-0049 . www . sitarrestaurant . net X Map 1 : C7
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WHERE to Dine Award Winner BEST SEAFOOD 2016
777 Thurlow St . at Robson Reservations : 604-669-1940
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