Richmond Centre is one of the nicer malls in town with Uniqlo, Muji, and any store to satiate your…read moreshopping wishes. It's pretty clean and modern inside. The upstairs food court is standard mall food, like A&W, NY Fries, etc. Definitely a nice place to spend an afternoon.

What I wrote close to a legal-adult age gap ago (#1) still largely holds true, with a few notable…read moreexceptions: construction never truly finished as the place is perpetually under it; it no longer resembles what it was for the last decade and is more updated and spacious than ever. In fact, the multi year transformation that its currently undergoing makes it less of a traditional mall and more of a mini city that has spawned into a mixed-use commercial district. Their use of natural lighting all throughout the space makes it an ideal place for a photo in any corner. In addition to the space, many stores have stepped in with a good number that are high-end to appease all of the new money coming into the city of Richmond. It has become a leisurely destination for families and teenagers as folks roam the mall from corner to corner. One of the most significant transformations has been their food court, which has been dubbed the DiningTERRACE and features a number of food and drink spots. The only downside has been the mediocrity of most spots, which has plenty of room for improvement. Parking is also a mess, especially during the weekend. Folks are constantly competing for space and camping out has become a necessity during their busiest times. As many skyscrapers have been built nearby and it's proximity to the metro rail, this place will only serve to be busier as time goes on. ____________ (#1) 18 years has flown by.

It is a little shopping centre, but for my taste it is perfect as I can find all the stores that I…read morelove. The location is great as it is right outside the skytrain station. Moreover there is a huge parking for people preferring using their own vehicles. My big favourite is the Shiatsu Massage place, with a walk in clinic. So you can just put your name, do some shopping and then get a relaxing or therapeutic massage. My only minus is the food court, not the best choice of food and can be greasy at time.

The mall itself is currently undergoing renovations as they're expanding it, which is good and I'm…read moresure it will be a lot nicer afterwards. My complaint is about their guest service desk. It now only operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday which is extremely frustrating because what if someone needs help on the other days? I got one of those gift vouchers as a prize to redeem a gift card and on the voucher it said their guest service desk is open Monday to Friday still so I went to try to redeem it but it wasn't possible because it was closed. I went on a Friday then it was closed too, on the day it's supposed to be open and there was a sign to visit their management office and guess what? It was closed too. I called security and then they just said "I don't know when they'll be back they probably went out for their break or lunch. Sorry." So that was the help I got initially. I had to wait a while for someone to help me inside the management office. I can at least say the staff who I interacted with were friendly I just wish they had implemented a better system or had more customer service representatives to help out. Maybe they're just trying to cut people's hours down.

The future of malls is here and I like it! Think of Oakridge park as the exact opposite of…read moreKingsgate, now don't get me wrong, I love Kingsgate for what it is and I also love Oakridge Park for what it is - completely high-end designer stores that are beautiful to window shop in and on occasion worth a splurge. For someone looking to shop more more everyday items, this ain't your mall so know that before going. The more reasonably priced clothing shops that I go to more frequently here are Sporting Goods, Alo, Lululemon, Browns, Coach and Sephora. I will say the Sephora is definitely on the smaller side but they always have what I need. You will find some good deals at Sporting Goods. High end stores include places like Loewe, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Mui Mui, Dolce and more! I love just admiring all the beautiful clothes, bags and shoes! You will also find the world's best Safeway here, it's huge, has tons of awesome takeaway food and for cheap! They also have a dim sum bar. The parking is free for 3 hours too which is a bonus and the lot is huge and has indicators for what stalls are free. If you really wanna ball out you can do valet. There are grand pianos in the mall and beautiful stages and art pieces. There's an absolutely stunning roof garden that's massive and has plenty of seating. I can't wait till it's all done and finished so the mall is complete. My favourite part of the mall is Time Out Market! So many great places to try from local chefs! You'll see my review of that on the Time Out page. All in all I'm really loving the new look, vibe but you have to go in knowing that it's gonna be a pricey experience!

The new Oakridge Park (the artist formerly known as Oakridge Centre) isn't even complete yet, but…read moreso far it is absolutely amazing. It is beautiful & gorgeous, opulent & dripping in elegance. The decor outstanding, the soft lighting, the flooring supreme, grand artwork throughout, stunning high-end retailers & a diverse food hall. All the big players in retail are right here - Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Prada, Dior, BLVGARI, Christian Louboutin, Moncler, Tiffany, & more. This is only the first phase of this massive $6.5 billion dollar redevelopment project. Some issues - Oakridge Park if you're reading this - turn the AC up. Or get a few industrial type fans set up on the ceiling to circulate air throughout the mall. It was stuffy throughout the entire mall. Due to the extremely high ceiling setup, fans will be required. You're welcome. One other thing, the wooden seating decor (see my pics) at one of the future entertainment areas - reminds me of the pews in older churches = very uncomfortable. Put some padding down on the seats for people sit on. & my butt won't hurt. At the Time Out Market Vancouver food hall, I had a Fennie Burger - it was too salty. However, Mello donuts continues to deliver the finest donuts in Metro Vancouver - don't miss out on taking a few home on your way out. Time Out Market is an extremely pricey food court. I'd rather spend this kind of cash on a full on restaurant experience. However, the food court options are spectacular ie Lunch Lady, Espana, Mee Bar, Via Tevere Pizzeria, Downlow Chicken & more. For dessert try - Mello donuts & Beaucoup Bakery Cafe. In terms of the layout of this food hall compared to The Amazing Brentwood Mall, it disappoints. The seating arrangement is too crowded. Take note, there's a few cocktail bars scattered throughout the mall. So if you're grown & sexy & feel like chilling out at the bar - cheers. Otherwise it's a stunning mall & I can't wait to see what comes in via the next phase. Ps bring all 5 of your credit cards - it's mighty high-end in here all the way.

some shopping trips are about getting in and getting out, but one can easily spend hours at park…read moreroyal. what makes park royal unique is that it's actually two shopping areas, north and south, connected by pedestrian walkways and a short drive. while both sides have plenty of shops, i'm almost always at park royal south. it feels brighter, more modern, and has a great mix of fashion, home, and lifestyle stores. my usual stops include zara, simons, winners, h&m, and osaka supermarket. there's also a cineplex on the south side. wish there was a uniqlo though. just outside the main mall is the village, which has more of an open air shopping feel. you'll find stores like home depot, anthropologie, and michaels, along with whole foods, starbucks, restaurants, and cafés. it's easy to turn a quick shopping trip into a full day affair. one of the things i enjoy most about park royal is that it feels less hectic than some of the larger malls around metro vancouver. the wide walkways, natural light, and open air sections create a more relaxed atmosphere, making it easy to take your time instead of feeling rushed from store to store. parking is plentiful and free, which makes it an easy choice when you want to shop without the usual mall hassle. whether you're picking up everyday essentials, looking for a little retail therapy, or simply need somewhere to spend a rainy afternoon, park royal is my favourite shopping destination on the north shore. often when i go, "i'm just looking," but we all know how that usually ends. maybe that's just part of the park royal experience.

Great shopping and eatery, very clean and welcoming atmosphere,…read moreSome expensive and others reasonable priced retail stores!!

Biggest mall east of Port Mann Bridge. Lots of stores to choose from. Walmart for Gtoceries and…read moremovie theathers. They have a nice sized food cout. Not too big but not small either.

I've been coming to this mall regularly with my daughter for over eight years. It's one of our…read morefavourite places to go stretch are legs and add to our wardrobe. The ladies at customer service are so friendly and truly amazing people. I've gotten to know most of them on more of a personal level. My favourite spots are Aritzia, Victoria's Secret, Sephora and of course Starbucks for either my Earl Grey or English Breakfast tea. My daughter loves Lego store, Hot Topic, Just Cozy, Aritzia and EB Games. If you haven't been to Guildford Mall then I advise you to go have a look. Happy Shopping

stopped in at city square shopping centre to meet up with a friend for dim sum near city hall, and…read morehonestly, it's such an underrated little spot. on the busy intersection of 12th and cambie, this place has a bit of everything, anchor stores like dollarama, daiso, and sungiven foods, plus a ton of smaller shops that give it a cozy, local vibe. the glass atrium makes it feel bright and airy even on gloomy vancouver days. there's a food court with solid options, kin's market, and a few wellness spots. there's also hot yoga, fitness world, dental, a florist, salon, and spa, seriously, it's like a mini community hub. parking was super easy, two free hours if you validate with a retailer (over $5), and it's super convenient being steps away from the cambie canada line station. not your huge flashy mall, but it's got charm, convenience, and a lot of what you may need in one spot.

This review is regarding the PARKADE only, not a reflection of the mall itself or the stores…read morewithin. You MUST validate your parking at Sungiven Foods for 2-hour free parking, all other stores only validate for 1.5 hours - and I learned this the hard way. It was my first time driving to City Square, and I saw the sign in the parkade that read "Enjoy 2 hours free parking with purchase". I went to Dollarama first, and had my ticket validated there. I shopped around, and Sungiven Foods was one of my last stops before returning to my car. As I was driving out of the parkade, I was surprised that there was an overdue balance of $4.25 at the gate, even though I was in City Square for less than 2 hours (I had a timer on my phone). I called parking assistance and they sent Chandani to deal with the issue. She did not want to listen to my situation and was very rude and unhelpful. She kept insisting I pay for the ticket or go back upstairs to revalidate, and then walked away. I understand she may not have any authority to authorize anything or override the ticket, but she did not bother to listen or try to get help. I checked my timer, and saw that I was cutting it very close to 2 hours, so if I had re-parked my car and went back upstairs to revalidate, I would definitely go over the 2-hour limit. I paid the ticket and checked the website when I got home, and I understand that the City Square regulations states: -90 minutes FREE parking with a minimum $5.00 purchase from City Square retailers. -One retailer stamp per parking ticket allowed. Please bring your parking ticket along with you to the retailer for validation. I am upset because there was no indication (either on the website on signage posted in the mall or parkade) that the retailer stamp HAD to be from Sungiven Foods specifically (and be validated there first) in order to qualify for 2-hour free parking (instead of 90 min). Chandani also gave me the wrong information, and I would not have been able to re-validate at Sungiven foods anyways if I went back upstairs, as only one retailer stamp per parking ticket is allowed (as per the website). I did email the admin at City Square as well with my concerns over the signage, and asked for a possible refund. Chasity from Reception & Administration directed me to Precise Parklink in regards to the ticket refund. I didn't bother contacting Precise Parklink because on paper, I did exceed the 1.5 hour parking limit, but the reason for this is because of the misleading and unclear signage in my opinion.

There are lots of stores here. It feels upscale and contemporary in design with 3 floors to explore.read more

This mall is conveniently located in downtown Vancouver and offers a wide variety of shops with…read moregoods at different price points. I visited during my trip and found plenty of options to suit almost any shopper or budget. That said, I was disappointed that none of the stores carried traditional relaxed or straight-fit jeans--every option seemed to be barrel or loose fit, which wasn't what I was looking for. As a result, I left without making a purchase, though I still enjoyed browsing the stores and checking out their merchandise.

Mall was bright but nothing special…read more Conveniently located, in the downtown of Vancouver. Just the heart of everything. All the shops you need are there: Lululemon, Pink, Norstrom, food court. Just a regular store. Just wish Nike is inside too (maybe a small store in additional to the Robson Street location). Value is good for some stores, reasonable for others, food court seems pricey. Every store customer service was good. I would come again if I am around the vicinity.

pacific centre is one of those malls that doesn't make a big show of itself above ground, but slip…read moreinside and you're suddenly in this underground network that stretches across two to three city blocks. escalators and tunnels funnel you past anchors like apple, h&m, holt renfrew (three entire floors of it), there's aritzia, sephora, purdy's, and david's tea, banana republic, lush, sephora, nespresso, and all the phone carriers line the halls too, a reminder that you can shop your data plan and update your wardrobe in the same circuit. so happy to see kiokii and added to the mix. there's canada goose, and diptyque on the second floor. holt renfrew is the undeniable crown jewel, all polished marble and prestige, but the absence of the hudson's bay still lingers, not to mention, i am still mourning the loss of nordstrom. the gaps make you wonder what could come next, hopefully zara, uniqlo, and simons, maybe even ikea in a compact downtown format? and imagine if they tucked in a vip cineplex. suddenly pacific centre becomes not just a shopping trip, but an all day destination. a bright spot: the meinhardt's space is set to transform into aburi market, scheduled for the fall 2025. a japanese grocer with sushi, bentos, frozen goods, imports, and even its own bakery concept, exactly the kind of flavour infusion this place needs. to their credit, the mall does make an effort to keep things lively with seasonal activations and pop ups. paragon tea has popped up (albeit relegated to the dungeons), and they've had make your own floral bouquets, cookie decorating sessions, and celebrated the lunar new year with a dragon dance, with some stores participating in the festivities, they have displays of christmas trees and school choirs too. still, the food court hasn't caught up to the rest. if they leveled it up, like brentwood, pacific centre could easily move from practical pit stop to a true downtown hub. with the right mix of retailers, good eats, and maybe a little entertainment, this underground stretch could become the kind of place you want to hang out, not just pass through.