Back to Vancouver, British Columbia with Kids
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Restaurants in Vancouver
Feenie's
Address 2563 West Broadway, Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel (604) 739-7115 Call, Notes Lunch and Dinner. Brunch on weekends only. Website
If you want to experience the food at Lumiere, but need to dine with your kids (or want a more casual atmosphere), Feenie's is a great choice. Feenies serves more casual, family friendly food while still maintaining a level of quality and creativity that gourmets will appreciate. There is also an excellent weekend brunch. Prices are reasonable. more
Go Fish
Address 1505 West 1st Ave., Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel 604-730-5040 Call, Notes reservations not accepted
This shack on the western approach to Granville Island serves deliciously fresh and non-traditional seafood dishes like salmon tacos, tempura battered fish and chips and simple grilled seafood. Year round patio. Weekends can be very crowded. more
Lee's Donuts of Granville Island
Address 1689 Johnston Street, Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel (604) 685-4021 Call, Location Inside the Granville Island Market
Lee's donuts might just make the perfect donut. They're sweet, but not goopy. Fluffy and tender, but slightly crispy on the outside. Best of all, they can be made to order if you ask. Try the honey-dipped. You won't be sorry you did. more
Lumière
Address 2551 West Broadway, Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel (604) 739-8185 Call, Website
Hire a sitter, and get out for dinner without the kids. Lumière has become a destination restaurant for food groupies. The food is best described as French inspired northwest food. Food is delicate and highlights the fresh seasonal ingredients. Try the Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Chanterelles or go all out and order the chef's tasting menu. Feenies next door also offers excellent food and a more casual atmosphere. Reservations well in advance. more
Phnom Penh
Address 244 East Georgia St., Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel 604-682-5777 Call, Hours 10am-10pm daily, Notes high chairs available
A favorite of both Julia Child and Anthony Bourdain, this Cambodian-Vietnamese restaurant is a bit of a dive, but the food is distinctly special. The huge menu can be a bit intimidating, but waitstaff are happy to offer suggestions, and we've never had a single dish that wasn't delicious. The fried chicken wings are the best I've ever had, almost like popcorn. Picky kids can be sated with any of a variety of noodle dishes (and a delicious frozen mango drink) more
Sun Sui Wah
Address 102 Alderbridge Place, Richmond, Canada Map, Tel (604) 273-8208 Call,
Chinese food in general and dim sum in particular are particularly competitive in Vancouver and nearby Richmond. Sun Sui Wah has managed to be among the best restaurants in town for years. I was amazed not only by the sheer variety and number of dishes available, but also the quality. Barbequed pork in pastry was moist and almost buttery, shu-mai were packed with flavor, and after a valiant effort, I feel like I've sampled a mere 5 to 10 percent of the available options. Desserts too are well suited for western tastes. My favorite is the tapioca custard with pastry top. Open every day for lunch and dinner, reservations accepted. more
Vij's
Address 1480 W. 11th Ave, Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel (604) 736-6664 Call, Website
This Indian/fusion restaurant ranks high on the list of reasons I head to Vancouver repeatedly. The food is creative and updated while maintaining a deep respect for traditional Indian ingredients and cooking techniques. Dishes like Garam Masala curried chicken liver pate, Duck breast and brown basmati rice pilaf in garlic and fenugreek seed curry and Wine marinated lamb popsicles in fenugreek cream curry will make you glad you waited for a table. Ginger lovers should not miss the ginger lemon drink. The environment is hip, and with Vancouver becoming a popular city for movie shoots, you never know who you'll see dining there. Dinner only. Reservations not accepted. more
Vij's Rangoli
Address 1480 W. 11th Ave, Vancouver, Canada Map, Tel (604) 736-6664 Call, Hours 11am-8pm daily, Notes Outdoor seating available, refrigerated and frozen takeaway also available Website
Can't wait for Vij's? Only in town for lunch? Want to bring young kids along? Want to take some of that delicious Vij's experience home with you? Open from 11am to 8pm next door to Vij's, this casual spot has frozen entrees and starters to go as well as a selection of casual dishes you can eat on the spot. The food is every bit as excellent (if more casual) as the offerings at Vij's next door. Don't miss Vij's excellent candies with cardamom. more
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Little Nest
Address 1716 Charles Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 2T5, Canad Map, Tel (604) 251-9994 Call, Hours Tue-Sun 9am-4pm Website
Little Nest bills itself as a "parent friendly cafe." The cafe emphasizes healthy fresh ingredients and the menu includes kids items. There is a mini kitchen for kids to play in while they wait for their food. more
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