The Alibi Room in Railtown is a beer bar in a huge warehouse, and is where you can try out pours from local breweries.

You could come to The Fish Counter in Mount Pleasant just to talk to the passionate owners about sustainable fish, but don't leave without a fish taco

This tiny plae in Gastown serves the best tapas in the city and lots of food out of cans, along with an impressive selection of Spanish wines.

Since it opened in 1985, Joe Fortes in West End has been a Vancouver staple - sit on the rooftop if you can while you eat fresh seafood.

When you want to eat brunch somewhere bright with a nice patio, head to Hunnybee in Strathcona and get the ricotta pancakes and a mimosa.