It's really difficult to follow the event schedule, here. Their Instagram page has been down for months, it seems. Crazt cos' I'm interested in some of the shows, here. It's been awhile cos' the bartender was not very frindly the last couple times. And yesterday, I saw a poster for an Act there that said 'No Terfs'. I don't get it is this venue woke/anti-science. I remain hopeful, for sures. But woke ua will always broke ya! Another reason I have not been back in a while is I was invited as a support Act to their Saturday Rockabilly show agreed on a beer for pay and it never arrived. Not cool. read more

Love the space, hate the service. Bar lady was not helpful at all but bothered by our appearance, unable to explain the drink menu, rude, not willing to let us know about pricing or details. Expensive and stale tap beers. Loved their interior and overall vibe though. Please bring in some customer service skills. read more

LanaLou's - (Vegan) Poutine Palooza! - Music Venues Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Hallelujah! What better way to spend Sunday that at a place that looks churchy on the inside but also serves a wicked brunch. The decor in this place is almost as rad as the sweet tunes rockin' out while you eat in your Sunday best. They have a pretty big space, and some private pew-booths in the back, where you could even take a date and make a confession. I ordered the veggie benny which was filled with spinach, goat cheese, and tomato on a croissant. It came with a side of fruit and potatoes, real potatoes, not those frozen, re-nuked McCain bullshit potatoes. It was the perfect amount of filling after a sloppy drunk night, and the servers were on top of the coffee refills to the point that you were afraid to turn around cuz you knew they'd be right behind you asking if you wanted more, but not in that creepy way, more like that innocent Oliver Twist way, "please sir, have some more." The place doesn't have a big sign outside, so its pretty hidden, and you wouldn't know it was there unless you were looking for it. They have a sandwich board outside, and that's about it so far, but I can see this place becoming one of those underground trendy spots that only the cool kids know about. So consider me the cool kid and check this place out. read more

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LanaLou's is a secret gem, nestled in Vancouver's culturally rich downtown east side with friendly staff, charming comfortable decor, delicious old favorites, and intriguing looking variations. A crew of us ventured in for brunch this afternoon (warning - they don't have a sign yet! Pay attention to the address!) and were greeted by the lovely and cheerful owners; Lana and Lou. Lou took our order with a big sweet smile. I wanted EVERYTHING on the breakfast menu, but of course ended up ordering the salmon benny. (I pretty much always do at new places, and I tend to gauge how good a brunch joint is on their benedicts.) This one did not disappoint! Eggs perfectly poached, generous locally smoked salmon, classic hollandaise and capers, all on a croissant, which was a twist I rather enjoyed! It was moist, flaky, and didn't compete with the flavours of everything else. The only thing is, I thought the menu said there'd be tobiko on it. I love tobiko, and didn't spot any. Maybe it's hidden. Next time I'm trying the apple pie stuffed French toast! I keep wondering about what might have been, despite loving what I did get. The drink menu was awesome, I can't wait to go back and sample most of their inventive cocktails and martinis. We even got a sneak peek at the dinner menu (they'll be open for dinner starting next week) and it looks amazing as well! Lanalou's is a comfy cozy brunch spot with great music by day, and soon to be a cool destination for group dinners and an impressive place to take dates. I'm so happy I get to see this place before it takes off and I need to start making reservations before headingout. read more

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Despite some opening day glitches, I had a great brunch at LanaLou's. The decor is great - a Victorian-era parlour room, kitschy Catholic iconography (ncluding real church pews!) and a rock n'roll feel. The best soundtrack I have ever heard at a Vancouver cafe, so I can definitely see myself spending many an evening drinking here... The place was buzzing, but our food was worth the wait. I had a veggie omelette, and it was prepared open faced, like a fritatta, with spinach, sundried tomatoes and a hint of garlic (it normally has goat cheese, too, but me no likey) The mash-y hash was super flavourful and the fruit salad had nectarines in it - win. My brekko companion was similarly impressed - at least, I think she was, as she was wolfing down her food too fast to talk! We will definitely be back - I think that this place is sure to be a hit and i am happy that I got to experience it on its opening day! Working in this neighbourhood, I know that we are in need of some fresh brunch/lunch joints, and I heard that they're going to do live music some nights as well. May I suggest a pub quiz? :) Four stars this time, hopefully I will add one more when I try lunch and supper. And DRANKS! read more

LanaLou's - Music Venues Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

In the last few months I've tried a couple more dishes, and have yet to be disappointed. First of all, the Mac and Cheese is pretty great, and very unique. If you don't like horseradish then I do not recommend ordering this, because it has a major kick to it and they pump those noodles full of it! At first I was a little confused by it, not having been exposed to that much horseradish at one time before, but now I love it and it is one of my usual orders in the evening. The other weekend I tried the French Elvis Cortez. This French Toast is some serious fucking business. They use sourdough bread with a peanut butter and caramelized banana centre. Oh god it's so tasty. You don't even know until you try it. It isn't too sugary either, so you don't need a major sweet tooth to enjoy it. Other highlights include (if you're there in the evening) the Field Medic. This is a drink made with apple cider and Bisongrass vodka and I'm not sure what else, but holy crapbags, this is like apple juice for grownups! The perogies are decent, they are not frozen cheemo perogies either, when we asked about them, we learned that they come home-made from a shop down the street. I can't actually remember if these are on the regular menu... so I hope you don't go in with your heart set on delicious doughy perogies and curse me when you are forced to order something else. That's all I can remember right now. read more

Live, local and loud.. (enough) A hidden jem in the heart of the city. Superb diverse menu and beer selection. Always see friendly faces hanging out read more

LanaLou's - All the way from North Van THE NOBS - Music Venues Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Err, I'm not really sure what the other reviewers experienced, because my brunch experience was not so pleasant. We were one of two, maybe three tables in the whole place when we arrived. Only one table did not have food yet. But the menu looked good. We ordered, chatted, and waited. And waited. And waited. Nobody had talked to us since taking our order so we start looking around. 40 minutes after we ordered, one waitress says our food is 'coming right up.' No explanation or apology. 10 minutes after that, we were finally brought our 2 bennys and an omelette. The potatoes were tiny fried lumps just shy of being burnt, but we were hungry so we dug in. The hollandaise sauce had separated, croissants tasted old (and like Safeway croissants), the spinach was the previously frozen chopped kind, and the omelette was cold. Not quite what I was expecting from the reviews or any sort of restaurant establishment. Especially for these prices. And service was lack luster - the waitress asked if I had a pen for the bill (though also generously offering to get one from the bar). Since most of these reviews are from 3 years ago, I'm guessing this place has fallen mightily. AVOID! read more

I live for brunch. LIVE FOR IT!!! and I am pleased to add LanaLou's to my repertoire. They are quite new so I was expecting some kinks - no such thing. At first I said no to the coffee, because I am an Americano snob, but after trying my boyfriend's drip coffee I changed my mind. Delicious. The potatoes were perfect, crispy outsides, not too big, not too small, soft insides. We think the eggs are free range because the yokes had that beautiful deep orange colour. The also serve a little fruit cup with your plate which is a really nice touch. We'll be heading back for more. read more

Guys!!! Guys!! This place here! I found it while getting lost with my Cavalia pirates! A place that touched my heart like no other ! While shovelling along on tour! It was a home away from home! A heart warming and homegrown! hand made ! Musicians paradise! An old school piano , some really good tunes, really cool people working there. Even the locals where friendly! I advise you to try out the Poutine! I believe they have a healthy monthly poutine festival there!!! Live music living room atmosphere! Highly recomended! read more

This is a great brunch venue. I would give it a 3.5, but since I can't I'm rounding up. We ordered the Apple Pie stuffed French toast and the classic omelet with mushroom, cheese, and bacon on a croissant. The meal reminded me something I could make at home for brunch but wouldn't think to. The food was really delicious! But a few things I noticed--the French Toast wouldn't have been as filling if we didn't share both dishes. And I guess I was expecting a fancier croissant with the omelet but this was more a run-of-the-mill Costco croissant. It would have been better toasted. I loved that the coffee had a hint of cinnamon in it. It was really unique! All in all, I would go back. Especially since the prices were so reasonable. Both of us only paid $15 each including tax/tip. And the cherry on top--parking in this area is ample and cheap! $2 for 2 hours! read more

I've been back here a few more times since my last 2 star review. 1st time was for brunch. The eggs benny was a HUGE improvement over the previous visit, both in portion size and food quality. Nice work! 2nd visit was a weekday around 11:15am, and although the sign outside said they were open at 11am, the place was dark, except a light in the back kitchen. Maybe they chose noon on that day. 3rd + 4th visits were both for evening shows to see local bands. This place works really well as a venue. The small stage is still there from when the location was Hoko's Karaoke Bar. It's not even a foot off the ground, which really helps keep a great connection between musicians and the audience. Once Lanalou's gets more volume constantly coming through and they can afford it, it would be nice to see a drink special or two. read more

Got to visit a hidden gem last night in the heart of the downtown eastside. My son's band was playing at what is billed as a "rock and roll eatery." The atmosphere was comfortable and definitely unique. Tables and chairs consisted, in part, of 1970's dining room sets. Also, the decor features old records and classic velvet paintings. The beverage selection was great, and I even got to meet "Lana" who was wonderful. Forgot the mention to the music. Last night featured three local "up and comers." The sound was excellent. Can't wait to go again! read more

We usually go to Deacon's Corner for breakfast but we decided to try and give this new place a shot and I am glad we did. So hard to tell with new restaurants what you are going to get, but these guys are the real deal when it comes to food. When it comes to breakfast, my measuring stick for a good place is how good there Eggs Benny is. So many places try to pass off that packaged sh$t hollandaise sauce. This place you can tell everything is made from scratch. Really tasty food and good prices too. Interesting looking room (it used to be a Chinese restaurant). They have done a good job with the decor. Nothing pretentious about this place just good food and friendly people working there. read more

Business should be booming! I've been here for breakfast a couple of times and have found the food homestyle and satisfying with the service always warm and friendly. I popped in for lunch today and was sadly the only customer. I'm a huge fan of the vintage decor and the music hasn't let me down. From The National to Otis Redding I quite liked my quiet lunch for one. I ordered the chicken sandwich with half fries, half salad. Everything tasted amazing. Nothing is too fussy but it tasted like it was made with love. I left pleasantly full and pleased with the service. Back to work I go :) I think with a little more marketing and word on the street Lana Lou's will get the business it deserves. read more

Go Go Business east of Main! Living in the area, it's been exciting to watch as places start to pop up East of Gastown, and this is one of the most recent new additions to the area East of Main st - which is really exciting. Powell St. especially has lots of potential, looking forward to see what the next few years holds for this strip. LanaLou's is quite large, with plenty of seating for small and large groups alike. Much of the furniture and decor has been pulled from one or more old churches, with plans in the works for some very cool theme based private tables. Very neat vibe. The food was diner with a twist... loved the cinnamon coffee, and the attention paid to create new dishes like the apple pie french toast. Portions were reasonable and our large group was left happy having consumed too much coffee and with full bellies. Diner prices were great as well. As a brand new place on a sketchy street, they are still way too quiet for weekend brunch and as such they were staffed with one waitress and one person in the back, so if coming in with a large group sit back and enjoy the coffee while you wait for your food to come up. That is what Sunday brunch with friends is about I'm pretty sure, although the two friends who had to eat and run had their food super fast so this wouldn't be a problem if you're there with anything less than the 12 people we showed up with ;) Even more exciting was the fact that they are open at night, and have been setting themselves up as a venue for shows. Live music and cheap beer? Can't wait to visit again! Website is in the works with full details, which should go live fairly soon according to our very cute and attentive server read more

I've been here quite a few times, and every time I walk in I remember how much I love it here. They're great for supporting local music, every weekend you can check out local bands. I've played here several times and have seen well established local bands share the stage with bands who are playing their first show. The staff is super helpful setting up. The room and staff give every show a super chill feeling. There's plenty of seating to relax with friends between sets, and a small stage for the bands right by the door. Someone else mentioned it, but the small stage makes it so most bands play right on the floor two feet from the crowd, which in my opinion is awesome. Support your local music, and support venues that support local music. read more

Had an absolute blast there and love the food. The staff are the best! Lana is very sweet and cares about her customers. Great live music and vibe there. read more

I dig Lanalous for the live music on the weekends, not the food. I should note I've only eaten here once, a brunch, and it was alright... but nothing I'd seek out again. But as a venue for music, HECK YES you should be coming here! Very intimate stage area, so you're getting right in there and seeing the band up close and personal. $4.50 PBR/Cariboo and $5.75 for highballs. They've got a late night food menu, with veg/vegan options. Lanalous closes by 1 so keep that in mind if you're heading down for a band, the headliner usually goes on by 11. read more

Exactly how I like my breakfast. You make a rainy sunday, perfect. I look forward to checking out some of the night happenings. Arty. Dj's, bands. nice for this part of town. read more

Very poor decision making to allow a 9/11 themed "comedy" show on 9/11 including a poster of the planes hitting the twin towers. Disgusted. Will no longer be a patron at this venue. read more

I feel like I'm missing out on some big secret, which makes me sort of sad. My partner-in-dine and I were super excited to try this place out after reading such great things about it on Yelp. Unfortunately, our experience(s) were somewhat lackluster. Our first time here was actually for lunch, since we dropped in on a weekday. We wandered in off the street and were greeted cheerfully and given our choice of seating. We settled into a pew and started out with some coffee. The coffee here is decidedly different, with a strong cinnamon-y overtone. Nice if you like cinnamon. There was some kind of problem with my order, so we ended up just both having burgers - I had the portobello mushroom and he had one of the meat ones. We agreed that they were just average, as were the fries that they came with. We were apologetically informed that they were still working out the kinks with lunch, so we decided to chalk it up to beginner's blues and vowed to return for breakfast/brunch. We intended to get there early on a Sunday morning, but ended up sleeping in (oops), so didn't get there until noon-ish. I had the tofu scramble and he had the two egg breakfast. Coffee was tasty and bottomless, as usual, but the food didn't rock our worlds. Our potatoes in particular seemed sort of crusty and dried out, as if they had been prepared and sitting around for a while. My scramble was kind of flavourless, and we used up the last of their Tabasco sauce (tears). Ultimately, we left full and not unhappy, but maybe our expectations were too high...? Service is lovely and friendly and it's definitely a unique space, but our dirty cheap breakfast cravings might seek satisfaction elsewhere. read more

Not that anyone cares, or will see this, but I was recently sent a poster of an event scheduled for September 11 at LanaLou's. A comedy show about 9/11 on 9/11. I lost my mother in tower 2 and my brother lost his best friend who was a firefighter that fateful day. It is beyond disrespectful and disgusting that someone would want to profit (tickets are selling through eventbrite) off of this tragedy. I will never attend an event at LanaLou's again, and I suggest everyone else reconsider as well. read more

A tiny place in a dicey area with a nice homey feel. I mean we sat in a pew while others sat at dining room tables. There was no server, just a clean up person collected empty glasses .The patrons were not boisterous or loud and the music was good. But I do like a comfy seat and the pews, though inspirational, did not fit my idea of comfort. The live music was great even though most of the seatings was within 8-10 feet from the stage (and speakers). I think it is great for those who like good music in an ultra casual venue. No pretense here. I am told the food is great so may check out their lunch menu in the future. read more

This place might be fine for a drinks and live music but the brunch was disappointing. Subpar ingredients lazily assembled. I ordered the Elvis peanut butter and banana waffles. The peanut/banana mixture was too sweet and cooked separately. Communal picnic tables in the center and church type pews along the wall. read more

Great decor... Quirky, unpretentious and original. The staff were running off their feet but were eager to please and super friendly. The food... always amazes me when someone can take a simple meal and make it taste like something new. Had the salmon benny and a yummy omelette. Oh ya, and a certain number of caesars that pleasantly lubricated the rest of our Sunday activities. read more

Yummy food. Bargain prices. Beer. Local music. Awesome.

lanalou's is our newest discovery, thanks to miranda l., and we were thrilled with what we found. a large place with plenty of seating in various configurations, here are the points that made me want to go back for more: 1. creative menu 2. attentive staff 3. church pews for booths 4. confessional booths are coming. all in all, a gem in an up and coming neighbourhood. much potential! read more

Had a burger which was pretty good. The oil for frying the fries should have been changed yesterday. Wonderful service and, for now, I'll keep this on my list of close and easy places to eat. read more

I went to Lanalou's this Saturday with a friend for Breakfast and I absolutely LOVED everything about this restaurant. The decor is adorable, service is fantastic and the food is delicious. I'm definitely coming back in the near future! read more

16 of us went for lunch to celebrate my husband's birthday. The food was really good and the service was excellent! We'd definitely go again! read more

Wonderful unique restaurant and music venue. We went after 8pm on a Saturday night. Several bands playing. Great place to listen to music. Their alcohol prices are great. They have a $5 menu after 8pm. We tried the poutine, perogies and Mac and Cheese. The poutine was perfect! Not super salty gravy, the cheese melted perfectly. The perogies were a great snack size. The Mac and cheese was amazing! Super cheesy! Delicious. All around great place to eat and have a good time. read more

good. and you can sit on a church pew. go on sunday instead of mass. i give this 4.5 but yelp is forcing me to round things.