A Vancouverite's guide to the best brunch SPOTS in the city
BEST BRUNCH Restaurants
FORAGE
1300 Robson St | (604) 661-1400 $$$ | Regional American (Northwest), Farm-to-table
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“forage connects diners to local fishers, foragers and farmers. Offering the best in local craft distilleries, breweries and wineries. Their service is designed for sharing many plates family style. For this restaurant on weekdays you will have to be an earlier riser because breakfast/brunch is over by 10 am. However, their brunch runs to 2pm every Saturday & Sunday.”
YOLKS
1598 E Hastings St | (604) 428-9655 $$ | Pacific Northwest
Featured on shows on the Food Network, Yolks specialize’s in unique hand crafted breakfast, brunch and lunch using locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. With a focus on poached eggs, some personal favourites of mine off their menu include the Grilled Portobello Mushroom Bennie with Truffle Hashbrows and real hollandaise (paired with their in-house spicy ketchup) or their Lemon-Berry Crispy French Toast…its seriously addicting.
CHICHA
136 E Broadway | (604) 620-3963 $$ | Peruvian
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“Cozy Peruvian restaurant offering modern, creative small share plates and innovative cocktails inspired by Peruvian ingredients and flavours. A place where friends, lovers, and family can come have an upbeat time, share dishes and experience their colourful and bold flavoured, modern interpretation of Peruvian food.”
Some of my favourite items off their menu are the Locra de Zapallo Hash and their Pisco Sour Cocktails.
FABLE KITCHEN
1944 W 4th Ave | (604) 732-1322 $$$ | Pacific Northwest, farm-to-table
A farm to table restaurant defining Canadian cuisine, inspired by their local community. Serving up locally sourced, fresh food everyday thoughtfully prepared and served in a comfortable and unpretentious atmosphere.
TWISTED FORK
1147 Granville St | (604) 568-0749 $$ | French
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A warm & casual space serving creative French bistro fare plus local wines & beers.
ALEPH EATERY
1889 Powell St | (604) 428-7975 $$ | Middle Eastern
“Juxtaposed between old world recipes and exciting new flavours, Aleph’s menu draws inspiration from classic Middle Eastern staples to offer a borderless cuisine experience. At Aleph, dishes are cooked with fresh ingredients from local markets and regional suppliers; relying on BC’s ever changing seasons and making use of the robust Middle Eastern tradition of aromatic spices, vibrant vegetables and, of course, an abundance of olive oil and lemon.”
Some of my favourite items off their menu are the Silk Road Mezze and their Arabic Coffee.
CAFE MEDINA
780 Richards St | 604-879-3114 $$ | Mediterranean, Canadian
“Café Medina is a purveyor of fine Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, connoisseur-savvy coffee and sweet sustenance via the city’s best Belgian waffles.”
HEIRLOOM VEGETARIAN
1509 W 12th Ave, Vancouver | (604) 733-2231 $$$ | Vegetarian, Vegan
or 1390 Marine Dr, West Vancouver | (604) 281-2241
“Plant-based restaurant with thoughtfully chosen ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere. Heirloom offers a contemporary dining experience coupled with a creative current menu. Owners had the vision to create a concept that is socially conscious, offering vegan and vegetarian fare.”
CHAMBAR
568 Beatty Street | (604) 879-7119 $$$ | French, Belgian
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“A Multi-award winning restaurant for its chic design, service and wine list.The food is exceptional, with a commitment to fresh seasonal produce, Belgian themed with North African influence. Leave your day at the door & enjoy the essentials including their home made Belgian waffles with an assortment of toppings like milk chocolate lavender.”
BELGARD KITCHEN
55 Dunlevy Ave | (604) 699-1989 $$$ | Canadian Tapas
“Located within a historic building on the edge of the Gastown, in the Railtown neighborhood. The 7,700 square foot building, known as The Settlement Building, is home to Belgard Kitchen, Vancouver Urban Winery, and Postmark Brewing, forming the Settlement Brand Collective.
The 24-foot ceilings and large exposed wood beams date back to the building's construction in 1923. Multiple skylights provide plenty of natural light throughout the venue. A beautifully appointed wine tasting bar, a grand stone fireplace, and a 12-foot hand carved wooden doorway, all give this unique venue its character and warmth. Open to the public, The Settlement Building offers brunch, lunch and evening menus with wine tastings and flights from the 36 wines-on-tap. All plates are tapas style and meant to be shared.”
