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3.8 (79 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Michael M.

My wife and I used to frequent Freshbowl for lunches when we lived nearby. I had the chance to stop in late this afternoon and was eager to try my old favourites. They did not disappoint. Delicious laksa and the best roti! Had a crafted tea to round out a combo recommended by the friendly owner. Happy I got the chance to come back and will look forward to doing so when I have time free and am in the hood again!

Lakshi noodles
Vincent S.

Mediocre food. For $15 it was mostly rice noodles with overcooked shrimp that was 3-4 shrimp prawns. The noodles were well cooked and the sauce was delicious.... But was mostly noodles and sauce which is one of my pet peeves with cost saving measures from restaurant. I also added extra tofu for $3 which was also disappointing for portion size

Dumplings
Hiroko M.

Stopped by for lunch. Had dumplings with a Thai tea ($5). It came with 4 small dumplings, they were delicious! It will not fill your stomach, but I satisfied me for the taste! ランチに立ち寄りました。ダンプリングとお茶セットで5ドル。量は多く無いですが、4つのダンプリングはとっても美味しかったです。

Laksa
Brenda Y.

I am not an expert but I know for a fact, that Fresh Bowl is trying to offer traditional flavours that are not only close to home for South East Asians but are approachable for Vancouverites. Let's clarify some misconceptions. Fresh Bowl is not a salad bar. Yes, there are offerings for salad, noodles or rice bases but it is not like Freshii. 'Fresh' in their name represents seeing cuisines and flavours through a fresh new lens and perspective. Located in Yaletown, yogiis, seawall runners and families can enjoy healthy food while learning about different cultural food influences in a no-frills, contemporary environment. Now, the best part... the food. They operate as a choose your base, sauce, protein and additional add ons structure. Like a salad bar but their sauces and noodle options are gear towards a familiar South East Asian vibe. They also serve ROTI made in house fresh every day. I was told that their Indonesian, Malaysian and Singaporean customers all praised this roti and my goodness, even my Indonesian friend said it was the closest to texture to ones from home. I tried the Laksa and Pad Thai (vegan sauce) and I was blown away with presentation and the flavours. I asked the owner about their story and how Fresh Bowl came to be. I learned a bit about the history of Malaysia's flavour profiles and how neighbouring countries and the colonization played a part in that development. However, the most important part is the spices and ingredients such as fresh galangal, lemongrass and the cooking process that make up key components of iconic cultural dishes. Merging West Coast sustainable and healthy practices with traditional recipes and ethically sourced ingredients, Fresh Bowl has surprised me with their bold flavours and I could taste the difference.

Thin noodle with Laksa soup and chicken for protein.
David G.

I always enjoy the noodle soups served at Freshbowl. My favourite is the Laksa soup paired with chicken. The serving size here is quite large for the surprisingly low price you need to pay in this neighbourhood making this restaurant one of the top "value picks" in Yaletown. All servings also come with a heaping portion of veggies making it a relatively healthy meal. The restaurant itself is also very clean, well maintained and staffed with very friendly people. I did find that the laksa served here is a bit mild compared to other laksas I have tried.

Glen M.

Ya! It's quite nice. Got it to go and it came in an easy to go take out container. You could probably enjoy this on the bus easily if you take transit. I drive but I'm just saying. I had mixed rice with coconut curry sauce and mixed vegetables. Was really tasty. Tastier than Freshii!!! A location in North Vancouver would be nice.

Chicken & prawns laksa. Pretty good!!!
Rawan K.

I'll usually come here when I'm craving a warm, hearty bowl of Laksa! To be honest, it's not THE BEST, but it's the closest thing to the real deal in my neighbourhood... so I'll take it, gladly! The prices are good, quantity is filling and leaves you with extra for leftovers, and quality of the ingredients is pretty legit! They've got a variety of other bowls to order, some of which you can build yourself. My husband always gets the Pad Thai (he can never get enough of that stuff) and will probably swear by it til the day he dies.

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The Hestia Veggie

4.5(38 reviews)
1.2 km•West End

On a rain-soaked Vancouver night, just before wandering into the soft glow of the annual Lumiere…read moreFestival, we slipped into Hestia Veggie for warmth and a little shelter from the pitter-patter outside. The rain had settled into that familiar Vancouver rhythm, steady and soft, turning the streets into mirrors beneath the city lights. Inside, everything felt worlds away. Gentle lighting washed over the clean, calm interior, and for a moment, the noise of the wet evening seemed to fall away. It was the kind of quiet exhale you only notice after stepping out of the cold. The curry laksa arrived first, a vibrant bowl of yellow curry filled with broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, vegan shrimp, kale noodles, mushrooms, and coconut milk. Against the grey evening outside, its golden broth looked almost sunlit. It was a dish that seemed perfectly suited to the night, the kind of steaming bowl you imagine wrapping your hands around while rain taps against the windows. The broth was a little watery, but it still carried that small, familiar embrace you reach for on a wet night. The laksa is a dish so many seem to praise, and at first glance, it was easy to understand why. The bright curry, generous vegetables, and colourful ingredients made it look hopeful and inviting. But as we worked our way through the bowl, the balance began to feel a little off. There was considerably more soup than noodles, leaving the dish feeling lighter than expected. The broccoli and cauliflower also had that unmistakable frozen texture, which took away some of the freshness I was hoping for. It wasn't bad, but it felt muted. Like a song that should have been louder, this was a laksa that seemed to have lost a little of its spark somewhere between the kitchen and the table. Then came the smoked eggplant, and suddenly the evening took a more interesting turn. An entire eggplant arrived at the table, beautifully tender and deeply smoky, almost reminiscent of the aroma of a prized cigar. It was topped with Impossible meat, peanuts, salino, and dried shallot, creating a mixture of textures that made every bite feel a little different. The eggplant practically collapsed beneath the fork, its smoky flesh contrasting with the savoury meat and the little bursts of crunch from the peanuts and shallot. The menu mentioned a pineapple sauce, although if it was there, it had quietly disappeared into the background. I couldn't really find it beneath the other flavours. Even so, the eggplant itself had enough character to hold my attention. And then, almost as if the restaurant wanted to remind us exactly why we had come, the Hestia Saffron Curry arrived. This was the moment everything came together. Thick, fragrant, and unapologetically flavourful, the curry carried the kind of warmth that seems to travel beyond the bowl. The saffron shavings melted into the sauce, leaving behind a rich golden colour and an aroma that immediately drew us closer. Beside it sat a little pot of sticky rice, almost ceremonial in its presentation, waiting to be folded into the curry. The sauce clung beautifully to the rice, rich without feeling overwhelming, and each bite brought another layer of fragrance and warmth. There was something deeply comforting about it, the sort of food that doesn't simply fill you up but makes you slow down for a moment. Of everything we ordered that evening, this was easily the standout. Even the space itself seemed to understand the mood. The lighting was thoughtful and warm, the service was friendly, and the menu was broad enough to make you curious about what might be waiting on a future visit. As someone who isn't vegan, I don't often leave a plant-based meal feeling genuinely, completely satisfied. This time, I did. Not just full, but warm in that particular way a good meal can make you feel on a cold night. Eventually, we stepped back outside into the Vancouver rain. The pavement shimmered beneath the festival lights, umbrellas drifted past like dark little sails, and the glow of Lumiere waited somewhere ahead. The cold returned almost immediately, but the warmth of dinner lingered. Walking toward the lights, I found myself thinking less about the dishes that missed the mark and more about that saffron curry, the smoky eggplant, and the feeling of having found a little pocket of warmth on a wet Vancouver evening. Sometimes, that's exactly what you hope a restaurant will give you.

To begin, I'm a chef specializing in Asian cuisine, so I know what I'm talking about!…read more Last night we went to Hestia and ordered three items. The Garden Rolls were absolutely the #1 worst ones we've ever eaten! We've had hundreds of fresh rolls at dozens of places and sadly, none were as tasteless as these. They consisted of noodles, a bit of flavorless tofu and cucumber. Fresh rolls MUST have at least one or more of the following: fresh mint, fresh cilantro or fresh Thai Basil. Hestia's had NONE!. To add insult to injury, the watery sauce also had NO flavor. To add more insult, they were baggy and poorly wrapped and the innards kept falling out. Not fun and definitely not good. The king oyster mushrooms were very good, but there was a ton of pink mayo dousing it. I would have preferred the sauce be in a separate bowl so we could choose how much dipping we'd like to do. The saffron tofu bowl was sensational! Perfectly spiced and full of a huge variety of well-cooked veggies plus the saffron rice was good too. No one came during our meal to ask if we needed anything or to ask how our meal was. The customer service is in need of some work.

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Manoush'eh

4.8(277 reviews)
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I cannot wait to get more of the items here and I'm so annoyed that it took me this long because…read morethis was amazing! First off, the shop is super small but I was able to snag a table (there are 3 but it seems most popular for take out). The service was fast and really lovely. And the cost is super affordable for the quantity and quality. I got the FALAFEL MANOUSHEH (FALAFEL MIX, SPREAD AND BAKED ON OUR HOUSE-MADE FLATBREAD. TOPPED WITH TAHINI SAUCE, TOMATOES, PICKLED TURNIP & PARSLEY) and a side of their hummus. The bread is baked freshly and the falafel packs a ton of flavour. The cold tomatoes, turnip, and parsley add a brightness without overpowering the main base. Their hummus was ultra smooth and was so nice to dip dip! This portion was huge and really made the perfect lunch! I dare to say this was one of the best falafels in the city!

A very tiny yet highly acclaimed restaurant in Vancouver near Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station…read more We stumbled upon this place while walking right at opening, so we got first pick at one of the 3 tables for dine-in. Definitely try to go at opening or when it is not busy, as the dine-in experience is memorable - they place your order in a long wooden board to make it a beautiful spread. We got the Manoush'eh Special which has ground beef, pomegranate, etc and Sham Style which is shaped like a boat. We also tried the yogurt drink which pairs well with the dishes. The only con is that this place does not have free water, but it is no problem to have our own water bottles supplementing the meal. We also got the lentil soup which is pretty good. Definitely sufficient to share one to try, but the Manoush'eh outshines the rest of the items. I loved the quality and texture of the Manoush'eh and just the breads in general. It is a lot of food for 2 people so if you want a snack, you can definitely just share 1. Some people go here for the wraps too. Overall, an affordable restaurant with good food. We got the most expensive items and it was less than 50 CAD all-in, but a lot of the items are around the 10 CAD mark.

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4.8(34 reviews)
0.8 km•Downtown
Romantic vibe
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My first time at Desi Indian Lounge and surely won't be my last! This is such an amazing spot for…read moregood Indian food and their interiors also give it a very elevated dinning experience. I want to start this review by giving a big shoutout to Pemba who was our server, he was so kind and took such good care of us and recommended really good items based on what we wanted. Everything I tried from here was 10/10! Some stand out items - :: Bombay pomfret fry - OH! The masala and coating on this was sooo good we were sucking on the bones till the very end. Such a great appetizer! :: Lasooni palak burrata - I was a little apprehensive about this at first because burrata and palak didn't seem like something I would want to try but I was wrong! This was one of my favourite dishes. It was such a delicious fusion item. For dessert, I would recommend getting their soan papdi malai khwaab and their malai ghewar. Not too sweet, just perfect. For drinks, aam pana with gin is the way to go. I really cannot wait to come back and order everything again!

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4.1(243 reviews)
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I am very sorry but this place is overrated. It's not a 4.5 star place not by any yardstick…read more I came here with so much of hope. But if you claim to be a Nepali restaurant how can you make Thupka so wrong. The broth was pretty dead. The momo were also very average. I am sure a restaurant doesn't have a 4.5+ rating by accident so my best guess is that food quality may have declined in recent years. On the contrary the service is really top notch. Well greeted and well care for. The problem is in the kitchen. Please review the cuisine. If there's a place which upholds high standard of Nepali food in Pacific Northwest - that is Indian-Nepali kitchen in Seattle area.

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3.9(133 reviews)
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Okay so I'm a fan of Lebanese food. When it came around to deciding where I wanted to celebrate my…read morebirthday, Nuba was definitely one of the places at the top of the list. This location specifically is a smaller location. Despite that, it's very beautiful inside. The food was absolutely delicious.

I am copying and pasting the letter I wrote to management over a week ago. No one even ackowledged…read moreit so I do believe this location simply does not care. Save your money and go elsewhere in my opinion. "Hello Nuba. I am wanting to reach out to you to make you aware of a very unpleasant recent dining experience. Firstly, I have eaten at your locations before and had good experiences. I have recently moved back to Vancouver with my partner Phil from Montreal. Phil is Lebanese and said he wanted a nice, good, Lebanese experience and meal and I suggested we go a Nuba. We dine out regularly, years ago I was a server, and I feel we have very realistic expectations for what an experience should be. This past Friday we were served by Andrea (receipt attached). We were greeted when we arrived and things started out well. We had a table wobble so we asked if we could have a napkin to fix it. Andrea brought a wedge, tried to adjust it herself unsuccessfully (focussing on the wrong side), and I, without hesitation, said I would do it. All was fine. Our ordering was fine. Our drinks took a long time to get. We were a bit surprised as the bar was not that busy, but that was ok. The problem started with the food. The grilled mezze arrived with the labneh. Firstly, for $65.90 the mixed frill plate was a little shy of volume in our opinion, but this wasn't the main concern. At ordering we assumed pita would came with the labneh. When Andrea brought the first two items, we asked about it and she said she had, what we heard as, a pita house bread. We assumed it went with the dish and did not expect that it would have an extra charge (which we later saw it did on the bill). The bread was brought by another server and we noted it was not flat, nor pita, and not really appropriate to eat the labneh with. We were waiting for our server to ask again about pita and for our missing ordered salad and napkins. Andrea was with another table so we assumed she would check in after. She didn't. We kept trying causally to get her attention, but was very hard to do so. This went on for about 10 minutes. She was spending time chatting with tables and then went somewhere in the back. By the time we finally caught her eye, we were largely done eating the platter. When she came over, she literally did not want to make available 30 seconds to speak with us. She had been sat another table and she was very eager to get to them. We said we were missing the salad (there was no acknowledgment of forgetting to order it which we are pretty sure happened) and she was trying to walk away before we could even order pita and ask for napkins. She never asked how things were and her focus was trying to get away to the other table (even though it didn't seem like there was any reason to rush to them). We watched as she left us to go to that table and then stayed there talking to them for about 5 minutes (it appeared they might be her friends. They were there for wine and dessert). Our order for pita and the salad was placed after that which was upsetting as were missing items and there was no immediate effort to correct that. We also did not get the napkins. She then proceeded to deal with her other tables and then went over to the table (friends) and stayed talking to them. We were getting annoyed at this point. We did not have the pita, the salad or the napkins and were now done the platter and working through the labneh with the house bread. I went up to the bartender and asked for some napkins. Andera was still talking to that other table with her back to the rest of the restaurant. I got the napkins. I then asked the other server for some pita and she brought it fairly quickly (not even sure if Andrea had ordered it for us). Our drinks were empty and we waited to see if our server would do a check in and take an order for another drink. Andrea never came. Our salad then arrived via the other server. The other server noticed our drinks were empty and asked if we wanted another one. We said no as we were almost done at that point. We didn't even feel like having the salad that had just arrived at the near end of our meal. Andrea only returned to our table after our empty plates had been sitting for some time to ask if we wanted dessert. She never once asked how our meal or experience was. Because we were seated very close to other guests, we chose not to create an uncomfortable scene by confronting her directly. Phil ultimately chose to leave an 18% tip just to avoid conflict, though we both felt the level of service warranted none. We left feeling frustrated, neglected, and taken advantage of. While the food itself was good, the lack of value and the exceptionally poor service ruined our evening. We wanted to bring this to your attention directly, as we assume this does not reflect the standard of hospitality Nuba prides itself on. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you."

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