Dining
Cafe / Bistro EDIBLE CANADA AT THE
MARKET Full-service bistro celebrates the best in BC and Canadian cuisine , with fresh ingredients and artful presentation . Takeout window , patio and demo kitchen . Also a retail space with artisanal foods and unique kitchen wares . Sign up for a culinary tour . $$. L ( M-F ), D ( daily ), brunch ( Sa-Su ). 1596 Johnston St . 604-682-6681 . www . ediblecanada . com X Map 6 : B3
Rockin ’ Ramen
Ramen lovers find soup-slurping bliss at Jinya Ramen Bar ( page 96 ). The California-based import recently set up shop downtown in a bright , brick-walled space . Here , the oodles of noodles are handmade in-house , and the full-flavoured broth is slowly simmered for 10 hours . Bowls of savoury soup range from the Tonkotsu Black , with its classic pork broth and thick-cut noodles , to the gorgeously garlicky Cha Cha Cha . There ’ s even an impossibly creamy vegan option , liberally doused with chilli oil . Or go beyond the bowl with the addictive array of small plates , such as tempura Brussels sprouts . Get ready to slurp .— Jill Von Sprecken
taste test . Also carries a selection of teas and fresh pastries . $. Open M-Sa . 325 Cambie St . 604-558-4444 . www . revolvercoffee . ca Map 1 : C6
Tapas SALT TASTING ROOM Tempting eatery boasts a blackboard menu : choose three items from 20 cured meats and artisan cheeses , plus three condiments ; it ’ s all served with crackers and bread . Wines , ports and sherries are hand-picked by in-house sommeliers . $. D ( daily ). 45 Blood Alley . 604-633-1912 . www . salttasting room . com X Map 1 : C7
Indian SITAR Specialists since 1983 in meat and vegetarian dishes of India , such as tandoori , vindaloo , biriyani , korma and butter chicken , in a setting of handsome wood and brick with a large window overlooking the street . Drop in or reserve . $$. L / D ( daily ). 8 Powell St . 604-687-0049 . www . sitarrestaurant . net X Map 1 : C7
Granville island Regional : Upscale DOCKSIDE RES-
TAURANT The Granville Island Hotel ’ s lounge , bar , patio and restaurant each have a distinctive flavour . The menu presents creative fresh seafood dishes alongside well-executed comfort food . Enjoy views of the city as well as a 15-m ( 50-ft ) wraparound aquarium . $$$. B / L / D ( daily ), brunch ( Su ). 1253 Johnston St . 604-685-7070 . www . docksidebrewing . com X Map 6 : B6
Juice FRASER VALLEY JUICE &
SALAD Specializing in freshly squeezed juice , salads , stir-fried vegetables and salad rolls , this spot offers fresh , health-conscious fare . Plenty of vegetarian options . $. Open daily . Granville Island Public Market , 1689 Johnston St . 604-669-0727 . www . fraservalleyjuice . com X Map 6 : B2
Seafood GO FISH Local seafood at its freshest . Savour authentic fish tacos , fish ’ n ’ chips and a changing selection of fresh seafood on the patio or get takeout to enjoy at home . $$. L / D ( Tu- Su ). Fisherman ’ s Wharf , 1505 W . 1st Ave . 604-730-5040 . X Map 1 : E2
Kitsilano French AU COMPTOIR Feel transported to Paris at this quirky bistro . Try a croque — monsieur or madame — or a light leek and ricotta tart . On Mondays try Parisian sushi . No reservations . B / L / D ( W-M ), brunch ( Sa-Su ). 2278 W . 4th Ave . 604-569-2278 . www . aucomptoir . ca X Map 4 : 3D
Regional : Upscale BISHOP ’ S John Bishop ’ s establishment is consistently praised for impeccable service and the changing menu featuring regional and local ingredients . The cellar is extensive , with Pacific Northwest wines at the fore . $$$. D ( Tu-Su ). 2183 W . 4th Ave . 604-738-2025 . www . bishopsonline . com Map 1 : F2
Vietnamese CHI MODERN VIETNAM- ESE KITCHEN Popular MasterChef Vietnam runner-up Chi Le warms up this contemporary space with familystyle sharing dishes that go beyond the familiar pho . The menu is seasonal and may include specialties like lemongrass chicken in a clay pot . $$. L / D ( W-Su ). 1935 W . 4th Ave . 604-336- 3010 . www . chirestaurantbar . com X Map 1 : E2
C ’ EST L ’ AMOUR If you ’ re seeking the best croissants this side of Paris , head to Beaucoup Bakery ( page 104 ), where you ’ ll fall in love with the perfectly flaky pastries . Bon appétit !
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