10 Casual Restaurants In Vancouver, Canada

1. Zefferelli's Spaghetti Joint

Zefferelli’s terms itself a “dignified spaghetti joint.” The Italian restaurant’s menu includes a range of salads, starters, and antipasto, and entrees such as pizza and Eggplant Parmigiana. Main courses include spaghetti, linguini, tortellini, and penne. Dishes are served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and there is an impressive choice of wines to accompany the meal. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

Zefferelli's

Address: 1136 Robson Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Zefferelli’s

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 5pm - 11pm

2. Nook Kitsilano

Nook in Vancouver’s West End was created in the spring of 2009 by owners Nicole and Mike who wanted to start a neighborhood restaurant serving good pasta, pizza, and antipasto, along with excellent wines in a friendly atmosphere. That restaurant was so successful, the Kitsilano and Olympic Village branches were opened. All three Nook restaurants are walk-in and casual with no reservations required.

Nook Kitsilano

Address: 1525 Yew St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Nook Kitsilano

Opening hours: Mon - Tue: 10:30am - 11pm; Wed - Thu: 11:30am - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 11pm; Sat: 10:30am - 11pm; Sun 10:30am - 10pm

3. Tacofina Taco Bar

Located in the heart of Vancouver’s historic Gastown district, Tacofino Taco Bar started out as a food truck selling tasty tacos in the streets of Vancouver. It has grown to become a casual and contemporary restaurant serving classic Mexican food (including tacos of course!) with a West Coast inspiration and using fresh, quality and locally sourced ingredients. There is also a full bar serving cocktails, beer, and wines.

Tacofina Taco Bar

Address: W Cordova St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Tacofina Taco Bar

Opening hours: Sun - Wed: 11:30am - 10pm; Thur - Sat: 11:30am - 12am

4. Ask For Luigi Restaurant

Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner, Ask for Luigi is an intimate and casual, Italian-inspired restaurant where all dishes are meant for sharing, family-style. As the pasta is homemade, it is placed in the center of the table for everyone to enjoy. The restaurant offers gluten-free options and all meals are available for dining in or taking out. The restaurant has a selection of wines, prosecco, Lambrusco, and local craft beer.

Ask For Luigi Restaurant

Address: 305 Alexander St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Ask For Luigi Restaurant

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 2:30pm; 5:30pm - 10:30pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 11pm; Sat: 9:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 11pm; Sun: 9:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm (closed on Mon)

5. AnnaLena

This Kitsilano restaurant is owned by Michael Robbins and is named after his two grandmothers, Anna and Lena. Everything about the restaurant points to his past, including the bar with its Tetris motif and Lego sculptures, which recall the toys he took to his grandmothers’ homes. The unique menu is based on modern Canadian rood but is mixed with hints of China, Singapore, and the Philippines, where his neighbors came from, but also tends to lean towards Mediterranean-style food while the bar serves craft cocktails.

AnnaLena

Address: 1809 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: AnnaLena

Opening hours: 5pm - 12am (daily)

6. Jules Bistro

Jules Bistro is a cozy and casual authentic French bistro in the heart of Gastown. The restaurant features a bar and a patio for outdoor dining, along with a quaint and traditional ambiance. Enjoy French food at affordable prices for lunch, happy hour, dinner, and Saturday and Sunday brunch. There is also a tempting dessert menu and selection of excellent wines. The bistro’s chef Emmanuel Joinville was born in Dijon, France and learned his skills in his mother’s kitchen.

Jules Bistro

Address: 216 Abbott St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Jules Bistro

Opening hours: Sun & Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11:30am - 9:30pm (closed on Mon)

7. The Mexican Antojitos y Cantina

This cozy and colorful cantina serves traditional Mexican cooking in a relaxed atmosphere. There is also a variety of craft beers, Mexican beers, Latin cocktails, tequila, and other drinks and guests can enjoy live soccer on the TV in the cantina. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are on offer, including guacamole, enchiladas, tacos, nachos, and many more traditional Mexican treats.

The Mexican Antojitos y Cantina

Address: 1049 Granville St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: The Mexican Antojitos y Cantina

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11:30am - 10pm, Fri - Sat: 11.30am - 12am

8. L'Abattoir

L’Abattoir has an industrial-chic style and is set in the heart of Gastown between historic Gaoler’s Mews and Blood Alley. The restaurant serves Pacific Northwest dishes with a French touch accompanied by craft cocktails and excellent wines. The building dates from the 19th century when it was originally Vancouver’s main jail and was next to the butchery and meat packing district, hence the name. Eating and drinking here is informal, comfortable and enjoyable. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are all served.

L'Abattoir

Address: 217 Carrall St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: L'Abattoir

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 5:30pm - 12am; Sat - Sun: 10am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 12am

9. Bistro Wagon Rouge

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Bistro Wagon Rouge describes itself as a “blue collar French bistro,” and is located in the Port District of East Vancouver. The menu in this casual hangout is ever-changing with new dishes based on classic French cuisine but the regular dishes include terrine, cassoulet, French onion soup, steak frites, and duck confit, among other items. There is a selection of fish, meat, and vegetable dishes to suit everyone. There is a bar where visitors can enjoy a drink and a light snack.

Bistro Wagon Rouge

Address: 1869 Powell St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Bistro Wagon Rouge

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 5pm - 10pm; (closed Sat - Mon)

10. Royal Dinette

Royal Dinette serves farm-to-table fare in a laid-back and informal atmosphere in Downtown Vancouver. The atmosphere is that of a diner from days gone by but the service and food are a combination of quality and creative cuisine in the form of large and small plates. All seasonal ingredients are sourced locally and the restaurant also serves a selection of craft cocktails, craft beer, and sparkling wine.

Royal Dinette

Address: 905 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Website: Royal Dinette

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sat: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Sun)

Experience Vancouver at its best

While exploring the historic districts, shops, art, museums and other attractions, stop off along the way and relax with a delicious meal or snack at one of the best casual restaurants in Vancouver, Canada.