Finding a spot for a casual night out with friends or family to celebrate the small things in life is a great way to connect with people and have a good time. It can be a daunting task because, it can be challenging to find a spot that everyone is happy with. There a few of places in Vancouver that have dishes on their menu that satisfy everyone in the group. One of these places is called, “Cioppino’s.” The restaurant is located at 1133 Hamilton Street and they are well known to deliver the best interpretation of Mediterranean food in all of British Columbia.

Cioppino’s give people an opportunity to experience a refreshing perspective on Mediterranean style cooking. Giuseppe Posteraro, also known as Chef Pino has experience of working at well-known restaurants in Europe and Singapore. His experience of working in the culinary industry in three continents has refined his skills as a chef. The flavours from the dishes at Cioppino’s is influenced by Chef Pino’s skills background. He opened Cioppino’s at Yaletown in 2009 and over the years, the restaurant has received a lot of praise for the delicious meals.

The restaurant has a spacious setting where people can choose to sit on the patios or inside. When the weather is cold and gloomy, you can sit inside and admire the open show kitchen and be entertained whilst waiting for your food. When the weather is bright and sunny, you can sit on the patios and enjoy a great meal. Cioppino’s is recognized as one of the best dining spots in Vancouver with its many awards. They’re recognized as one of the best 50 restaurants in the world outside of Italy. In 2009, Cioppino’s was voted as the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant of the year. These are just some of the awards they’ve received, so what else do you need to know before checking them out?

Finding authentic Japanese food at restaurants in Vancouver can prove to be a challenging task for most people. The ingredients and flavours from the food culture in Japan is very different compared to the Western food culture. A restaurant called, “Dosanko” that’s located at 566 Powell Street has a menu that offers authentic Japanese food as well as dishes that combine Western and Japanese food. Their dishes are creative and delicious. The story behind how Dosanko was created is an interesting one that reveals the inspiration and thought process behind the vision for the restaurant.

It all started around 10 years ago when Akiyo Tani met with chef Nathan Lowey and prepared a dish called nikujaga for him. The dish was a stew that had meat, potatoes and vegetable and was cooked with sweetened soy sauce. Her food was so delicious the Lowey said it tasted like it was made by the Japanese grandmother that he never had. I feel like that’s the best compliment that you could give someone because we all know about the amazing meals that grandmothers make us.

Dosanko is a combination of Akiyo Tani’s family recipes and Nathan Lowey’s mixed family traditions. Together they have created a menu with dishes that represent Japanese and Wester food cultures. The restaurant has a 45-seat dining room that’s a few blocks away from Canada’s oldest Japanese language school. Although, the food has Japanese influence, it has elements of Western cooking that is brought by chef Nathan Lowey’s experience of working in some of Canada’s top restaurants. Dosanko has a no-waste philosophy when it comes to the use of their ingredients in their dishes. I think that if the food is so delicious, I’d have a no-waste philosophy when it comes to eating the food as well. Eating at Dosanko is an opportunity to experience a different style of food and culture.

Vancouver’s Gastown has a lot of spots that grab people’s attention. The different restaurants and bars to pick from when you’re thinking about going for a fun night out. A night out includes a delicious meal with great company. Finding a spot that’s different than the usual is a challenging task, especially if you’re indecisive. One spot that comes to mind when you’re in the mood for something different near Gastown is, “Is That French.” It’s located at Blood Alley in Downtown Vancouver and it’s not on most people’s radar. It has a small space with a simplistic sign at the entrance but sometimes, the best spots are hard to find, just like this one.

This oyster bar restaurant has an innovative take on Pacific Northwest cuisine. Their vibrant menu is unique and contains a variety of dishes made with fresh and seasonal ingredients. They have an impressive selection of high-quality sustainable seafood. People usually go to experience the oysters, but they stay longer because of their wine selection. The main mission behind this restaurant is to bring people together to enjoy each other’s company over incredible wine and food. Occasionally, they have live music to set the mood and create a calm, cozy environment where people can relax and have a great time. Usually, there’s a local jazz artist who plays music every Thursdays.

The food, wine and music are all ingredients that make this spot a special one. The thought behind their concept, setting, menu and atmosphere is amazing. They’re looking to bring a change in the culinary space in Gastown and they’re doing it in style. They named their restaurant, “Is That French” because their menu makes people wonder if the place is an oyster bar or a wine bar or a French spot. Either way, the name is clever, just like the way their wines are selected and the way their dishes are made.

Trying new cuisines is something that everyone has to experience. There is a rewarding and satisfying feeling when you explore new restaurants and find a dish that is so delicious that you try to make it yourself. Trying different cuisines and dishes helps with understanding other places and cultures. After all, food and culture are connected. Vancouver’s cultural diversity makes it the best place to experience and appreciate different authentic cuisines.

People who are not familiar with a particular cuisine jump to the conclusion by assuming that only one or two dishes is what people eat but that is so far from the truth. Certain people make the assumption that Japanese food is only sushi and tempura. There’s a café called Marulilu Café at 451 W Broadway that offer authentic Japanese dishes and Western-style dishes. It’s a low-key spot on a busy street, which is why most people don’t notice it when they’re passing by. The menu is catered for everyone’s needs. They’ve got a wide variety of dishes that represent Japanese food culture.

They specialize in serving the best all-day Japanese-style breakfast. They’ve got amazing options for dessert, coffee, tea and sandwiches as well. They’ve got a knack for making comfort food that is served in a timely manner and with care. The café has a small space, and the atmosphere is very calming. It’s a great spot to spend time at with friends or family or even by yourself. You can get some work done on your laptop here or just pull out a book and enjoy it with a coffee or tea. They are open everyday from 8:00AM – 6:00PM, except for Saturdays and Sundays when they operate from 8:30-6:00 PM. Only holidays where they are closed are Christmas and New Year’s but on all the other holidays, they’re open from 9:00AM-6:00PM. Marulilu Café might just be the new spot to tell your friends about!

Vancouver has some of the best restaurants in the world. People have the opportunity to experience different cuisines from around the world because of Vancouver’s multicultural community. There is so much history and culture behind some of the restaurants that most people don’t know about. The oldest natural foods restaurant in Vancouver is called “The NAAM.” It’s located in Kitsilano at 2724 West 4^th Avenue. It was founded over 50 years ago in 1968. The vegetarian restaurant has been serving people with healthy, delicious meals for a long time. They’ve been around when Fourth Avenue was called Rainbow Road. Their friendly service, along with their consistent commitment to using fresh and pure ingredients in their food are some of the reasons why they’re a precious spot for many people.

The restaurant has a small environment that creates a calm, warm and welcoming atmosphere. Their food might be a reason to visit the restaurant, but you keep coming back for other reasons, like their live music events or their art exhibits or for the amazing atmosphere. Even after the pandemic, NAAM is still dedicated to serving the people of Vancouver with the best vegetarian concoctions that you can think of. Whether vegetarian food is your preference or not, NAAM is a precious Vancouver restaurant that has a long history and culture associated with it. If it’s your first time visiting the spot of the hundredth, they have a knack for making each visit, a unique experience.

There’s no need to worry about making a reservation before going to the restaurant because they operate on a first come first serve basis. NAAM is a cozy place where people can relax with friends and family. To get in touch with Vancouver’s culinary history and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal, NAAM is one of the places to visit.

People have their regular spots to meet with their friends to have a good time. There’s a familiarity with places that you’ve been to before. It’s a comforting feeling to know that when you go to a place, you know the food you can get, the art you can see and the atmosphere that you can experience. It’s also hard to find a new spot where everyone in the friend group can enjoy themselves. There’s a spot in Vancouver that has an incredible atmosphere, delicious food and live music. The place is called Ostia and it’s located at 1728 Commercial Drive. It’s a spot that many people consider as the best live music destination. Without having to pay crazy money like you do for concerts, you can enjoy some relaxing and entertaining music for a very reasonable price. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, it costs $6 to enter. On Fridays and Saturdays, it costs $10, and it’s free to enter on Sundays and Mondays, unless they mention any changes beforehand. The price to enter helps the artists and musicians and it’s not overpriced, which makes it worth a visit.

Osita has live music every night, which is pretty impressive because they are committed to entertaining people and supporting local artists. Their live stage creates a platform for up-and-coming local artists from different backgrounds. Depending on the day, you can find artists that play Jazz, Surf & Latin, Burlesque, Cabaret and even Flamenco! They have a healthy variety that appeal to the different interests of people. They’ve even got karaoke and a dance floor. It’s the perfect spot to go out for a good time. It’s a great opportunity to discover new local artists and if you’re an artist yourself, it’s a great opportunity to showcase your talents. Music and dance are well integrated with culture and Osita does a great job of letting people experience that.

Vancouver has some of the best restaurants in Canada and some of them have been around for a long time. Their presence is a vital part of the community that they serve, and they are special to those who have spent years creating memories at these restaurants. A cozy-family friendly restaurant that serves classic Canadian comfort food plays an important role in the lives of people that live in the neighborhood. One of the places that serves the best food and has been doing it for years, is the Ovaltine Café. They serve breakfast, brunch, lunch and more! They use traditional recipes with high quality ingredients.

The Ovaltine Café is located at 251 East Hastings Street and has been around since 1942. They’re a treasure to their community because of their long history of serving people with delicious meals. They are known for their All-day breakfast menu which features incredibly delicious meals for more than reasonable prices. It’s clear that they are focused on serving the best affordable meals that people can enjoy. The restaurant hasn’t changed much over the years in regards to their big neon sign outside the restaurant, the interior and the affordable pricing.

I think that the Ovaltine Café would be the best spot for you if you’re on a budget and love eating at restaurants. If you haven’t tried their food yet, it would be a great idea to clear up some time in the morning on a weekend to enjoy great food with friends, family or both! The aesthetic of the café is so nostalgic and unique that the café has been featured in various film and TV productions. They’ve been featured in the X-files, Supernatural and I, Robot. If you haven’t made up your mind to check out this place already, think about eating at the same restaurant where famous film and TV productions have been filmed. That’s a story that will impress your friends and family.

The best part about travelling is the different authentic cuisines that you get to experience. When you come back home, you start to remember the taste of the delicious flavours in the meal, and you start craving for more. The great thing about food is that it has the ability to connect us with a place, its culture and traditions. Even if you haven’t travelled to a certain place, eating dishes from their cuisine can help you feel connected to the place and its food culture. Phnom Penh is a restaurant that’s located at 244 E Georgia St in the heart of Chinatown, and they make a case for one of the best fusion restaurants in Vancouver.

They serve some of the best Vietnamese and Cambodian foods that the city has to offer. This family run restaurant has a long history in the culinary industry and their hard work ethic is finally being recognized. The story behind the opening of Phnom Penh is interesting and inspiring at the same time. The family has roots in Vietnam and they immigrated to Canada to start a new life with this business venture. In 1982, they opened a small noodle booth in the Vietnam-Chinese Community Services Association of BC on East Georgia Street, it was just down the road from where the Phnom Penh currently is. After being shut down for not filling out the right paperwork, they worked really hard to open Phnom Penh in a better location.

The food they serve is cooked with the memory of their childhood and it reminds them of home. This is the reason why their food has a different flavor to it. It’s from the heart and it’s as authentic as authentic can get. Over the years, they’ve had a lot of ups and downs but they’re finally at a point where they’ve succeeded and people from Vancouver get the opportunity to experience their exotic food and culture.

Listening to live music evokes a different feeling compared to listening to it any other way. It has a way of touching a nerve and making you feel a certain way. Going to concerts can be expensive or the experience isn’t as fun because of the crowd of people violating your personal space. I find that live music is a lot better to experience when there’s an accommodating atmosphere. One place in Vancouver that has a great atmosphere and ambience to enjoy live music, is the Pourhouse at 162 Water Street. They’ve got live jazz musicians playing there every Thursday and Sunday. The guaranteed bar/lounge seating option is available for just $5 per person and all of the money go to the musicians. Visiting the Pourhouse on one of the nights where they play live music is a great opportunity to show support and appreciation for local artists.

The Pourhouse has a small intimate setting, and the atmosphere of the place makes it a great spot to enjoy a meal, drink or live music with friends. The building is 100 years old but looking at the inside, you probably can’t tell. Although the place has been refurnished, there’s a rich history that can be felt when you enter. Their cocktails have an old-fashioned and their food is made with the intent of comfort. The happy hour menu takes effect every day from 3PM-6PM and its reasonably priced and the options are amazing.

They’re not just known for their live music, food and cocktails, they mean business with their coffee. They serve a beautiful local roast and incredible loose-leaf tea. Some of the items on the regular menu might seem a little expensive but their focus is on quality over quantity. Pourhouse is a place where live jazz music and creatively crafted food and drinks is found.

There are restaurants in Vancouver that offer more than food. They offer a special experience every time you go there. It’s a combination of food, drinks and the atmosphere that make people feel happy to spend their money and time. One restaurant that does this in a remarkable fashion is the Provence Marinaside at 1177 Marinaside Crescent. It’s a French seafood restaurant and bar but seafood and cocktails are not all they do. They serve brunch, lunch, dinner, wine and cocktails and each of their menus are stacked with delicious creations made by Executive Chef Jean-Francis Quaglia and Chef de Cuisine Sheldon Maloff.

Provence Marinaside does a great job of combining the flavours and recopies from the food culture in the South of France and the Canadian West Coast. They use the ingredients and flavours from both food cultures to create their own version of dishes that can’t be found anywhere but here. Using fresh produce and their culinary wisdom, they have made dishes that taste so delicious! Even if you find other French restaurants that serve the same dishes, the taste is not going to be the same.

The restaurant has a spacious setting with options to sit indoors during the cold and gloomy days and they have the option of sitting in the patio where the False Creek and seawall walk is across the street. The inspiration for the layout of the restaurant comes from restaurants in Europe. They have a similar sophisticated and elegant setting that Provence Marinaside have replicated. The restaurant has a cozy and intimate atmosphere, especially on every Wednesday, when they have live music to set the mood and entertain customers. They support local jazz musicians and their community by donating cash and meals to the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre. Provence Marinaside is participating in the Dine Out Festival this year and it’s the perfect opportunity to try their amazing food and drinks.