Dining
Greek STEPHO’S SOUVLAKI GREEK
TAVERNA One of the city’s best
dining bargains and a neighbourhood
favourite. Menu features souvlaki,
calamari and steamed clams. $. L/D
(daily). 1124 Davie St. 604-683-2555.
Partial X Map 1: C4 1359 Robson St.
604-685-9977. Map 1: B4
Dessert TARTINE BREADS & PIES
In addition to pies like banana but-
terscotch cream and chocolate pecan,
grab a sandwich—try brie with fig jam
and arugula—served on house-baked
bread. Take it to go, for a walk on the
nearby seawall. 1069 Davie St. 604-
685-7427. X Map 1: DC4 770 Beach
Ave. 604-685-7437. www.tartine.ca
X Map 1: D4
Dim Sum Delights
Dim sum devotees, you’re in the right place. Vancouver
is known for having stellar Asian cuisine—hailed as the
best in Canada, North America or the world, depend-
ing on the day. And to top it all off, upscale 1886 (page
104) has launched all-you- can-eat dim sum on week-
ends. On the stacked menu: delectable dumplings, BBQ
pork buns, mushroom rice rolls, seafood congee and
even a deep-fried durian pastry. Plus, the impeccably
prepared dishes are all served in a chic, elegant space.
Our advice is to try it all, even if that means trekking
back twice.—Jill Von Sprecken
L/D (daily). 2280 Commercial Dr.
604-252-3957. X Map 4: D4 1488
W. 11th Ave. 604-733-2211. Map 4:
D3 Jamjar Canteen: 6035 University
Blvd. 604-620-5320. www.jam-jar.ca
Map 4: D1
Brewery PARALLEL 49 BREWING Beer
Experience, Where to Dine Awards
2018. This East Van institution is
famed for an ever-evolving roster of
inventive beers and equally inventive—
and eye-catching—labels. The tap-
room boasts 40 beers on tap, with 20
available for growler fills. The seasonal
menu features food truck–inspired
bites. Sit indoors or on the patio. Open
daily. 1950 Triumph St. 604-558-
2739. www.parallel49brewing.com X
Map 2: C3
Pizza VIA TEVERE PIZZERIA Best
Pizzeria, Vancouver magazine 2018.
The blue-tiled wood-burning oven is
centre stage at this East Vancouver
haunt, which creates authentic Nea-
politan pizzas. Selection of antipasti
and classic Italian desserts, too. $$. D
(Tu-Su). 1190 Victoria Dr. 604-336-
1803. www.viateverepizzeria.com X
Map 4: D5
DAVIE VILLAGE
Japanese SAMURAI JAPANESE
RESTAURANT A favourite with the
locals, this cozy space serves generous
portions of double-bite-size sushi.
$. L/D (daily). 1108 Davie St. 604-
609-0078. Map 1: C4 6428 Fraser St.
604-676-4479. www.samuraisushi.ca
Map 4:E4
DEnmAn &
StAnLEy PArk
Malaysian BANANA LEAF MALAY-
SIAN CUISINE Tropical decor sets the
tone for Malaysian specialties such as
sambal tiger prawns, rotis and satays.
$$. L/D (daily). 1096 Denman St. 604-
683-3333. Map 1: B3 1779 Robson St.
604-569-3363. Map 1: A4 1043 Davie
St. 604-669-3389. Map 1: C4 820 W.
Broadway. 604-731-6333. Map 1: G5
3005 W. Broadway. 604-734-3005.
www.bananaleaf-vancouver.com
Partial X Map 4: E3
Seafood THE BOATHOUSE RES-
TAURANT Enjoy waterfront views
and fresh tastes from the sea in this
casual room with six locations. Menu
includes both surf and turf fare, such
as black-pepper scallops and certi-
fied Angus sirloin. $$$. L/D (daily).
1795 Beach Ave. 604-669-2225.
Partial X Map 1: B3 1305 Arbutus St.
604-738-KITS (5487). X Map 1: D2
8331 River Rd., Richmond. 604-273-
7014. X Map 3: C3 14935 Marine
Dr., White Rock. 604-536-7320.
www. boathouserestaurants.ca X
Map 2: G5
Mediterranean ESPANA Contempo-
rary restaurant serves classic Spanish
tapas and signature dishes, such
as paella and patatas bravas, in an
intimate space. Pair your selection with
any of the rich Spanish wines, beer or
sherries. Open late. $-$$. D (daily).
1118 Denman St. 604-558-4040.
www.espanarestaurant.ca Partial X
Map 1: B3
LATE NIGHT Fancy an after-hours drink? La Taqueria (page 96) on Hastings Street is open
late on weekends, and boasts a range of fabulous mixologist-designed cocktails.
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