Anyone who knows me knows that I LOVE household/home goods stores and kitchen wares, particularly…read more I'm not an adventurous cook but I LOVE cooking shows and I aspire to be better, always better. For me, home decorating and organizing is fun, and cooking and baking are fun. So it goes without saying that I ADORE stores like this, that has all the tools - and then some - for cooks and bakers. I was here before Christmastime and, wow, they had SO many awesome gift ideas for people who cook or who like gourmet foods, or special gadgets, or smaller home decor items. I was overwhelmed, to be honest, wandering about like a kid in a huge candy store. So many things that I didn't even know what they were, very niche ingredients and kitchen tools. gorgeous linens, imported foods and specialty ingredients. You'd be hard-pressed to NOT find any kitchen item you are in the market for here. I liked the lay-out of this place, too. Despite it being cavernous inside (it IS a warehouse, after all!), it's laid out in a welcoming way, with various delineated areas, wide-ish aisles, and helpful staff around to ask questions if needed. I also liked that there is a large parking lot here, too (shared with the adjacent No Frills). Bonus! My one caveat: unlike the other folks who've written reviews of this place, I found the prices of items here to be on the high side. Granted, they are were very niche and/or high-end and /or imported and all were of high high quality (big names, well-reputed brands). But pricey. Granted, I visited here at prime shopping season; perhaps they have sales at other times of the year. That said, even with the high prices, I still purchased some gifts that I've not seen elsewhere, and for specialty, unique items, I think it's worth it. Even if you aren't a cook or baker or "foodie", this place is still worth a visit, just to wander and be amazed at what's out there. This is an amazing place. And you never know what you'll discover!

This was my first time going to the gourmet warehouse. I thought this place was only somewhere to…read moreget spices and food items, but I was so surprised when I walked in and I saw anything and everything that had to do with kitchens and cooking here. I thought I had died and gone to heaven lol. I bought an epicurean cutting board. Add well. The pictures will show it much better than I can but from now on when I need something kitchen related, I know where I'm going. I also noticed that some of the items were as good quality, if not better than some of the major stores and the price prices were sometimes even less expensive. You can't beat that. I found out they also gave cooking classes there as well. Staff were friendly and helpful. The store was well organized and clean. There is free street parking in front.

Always great to go to Ming Wo if you're a cook. I miss the Chinatown store so much; that was a…read moreregular haunt of mine whenever I needed something. Great selection, great prices, friendly staff. A wonderful place, and a Vancouver tradition.

This is precisely the kind of store that I really should avoid…read more It is dangerous. It is intoxicating. If you are into kitchenware, cooking and baking, entertaining, or serviceware, or if you are in need of a hostess or housewarming gift, be forewarned. You will find what you need (or want) here, and you will probably pay top dollar for it. And you will do so gladly. They have mainstream kitchen gadgets along with very precise and specific baking and cooking tools, along with fabulous Asian ceramic bowls and dishes and chopsticks and more. Ramekins in every color? Check. Contemporary placemats? Check. Pots and cutlery and kitchen scales and kitchen gadgets that I don't even know what they do but they look cool so I feel is definitely should get them? Check, check and CHECK! They carry a lot of OXO merchandise (I always liked the ergonomic nature of this brand's products, and they last a long time), and yes, some of these items are available at HomeSense at half the price. But they also have here obscure kitchen tools you can't find elsewhere. If you are seriously into cooking or baking, I'm sure you'd find what you need here. Some items are overpriced. I purchased two Swedish dishcloths here for $5.95 each. (They come in a ton of patterns and colors here, which is fun!). But I know these are inexpensive, and on my last trip to Bellingham, I got a set of three of them for $8. So they are quite pricey at this store. And I've seen some of their more common items for sale elsewhere at half the price they were selling for here. However, there were quite a few deals to be found at this store, too. They have lots of high quality tapered candles in different colors, only 99 cents each here. And they've lots of white ceramic dishware and serving pieces at extremely reasonable prices. If you search this store, you will find bargains. I have to add that the young ladies who work here are all super friendly and helpful, too.

This Williams Sonoma is almost identical to what's in the states except it's more expensive…read more I wasn't greeted coming in and walked around to see if anything called to me and was unique enough to pay taxes for when I flew back. The only thing I saw that I loved was an amazing heart cutting board that was exactly what I wanted, but a quick check confirmed it was cheaper and in sold in the US so I didn't splurge. Overall, exactly like any other WS you might walk into, except slightly less friendly.

beware! I ordered a Ruffini pot for my 40th…read more shipping kept getting bumped daily - weeks...purolator is a joke also. tracking number said it was delivered - it was not. I called customer service and she said " make a police report we do not cover porch pirates" zero help or guidance. in fact she originally said "i says here it'll be delivered in the coming weeks" i told her "that's odd because it says on my end - that it was delivered on my end and it isn't here" then she ACTUALLY looked into it - and said "oh yes it says delivered - make a police report we do not cover porch pirates have a nice day" I'm taking my business elsewhere. what a joke $778 down the drain. and this is not my first bad experience with the company in recent years unfortunately.

great store. sells everything and not expensive. staff is super helpful. I recommend this store…read more kitsilano needs this store.

This is perhaps the most jumbled and frenzied of all the Kitchen Corners I've visited (those being…read morethe other location on 4th, and two on Commercial). It also has the biggest kitsch factor. Most recently I found my favorite discovery yet: Styrofoam heads. But I've also bought a tray, plant soil, fabric dye, a random vase and a cutting board here. The glue in the latter unstuck after a year, yet the damage is mendable. The staff is always helpful and candle selection here is fragrant and varied. In addition to the street level madness (and the sidewalk boxes), there is also a basement level filled with plant pots and soil. Kitchen Corner was the only spot I could find soil in February in order to re-pot one of my ailing houseplants. The prices aren't really bargains, but the selection is quirky and gives that garage-sale feel without that coating of yard-sale crud.

only commercial cookware/kitchen supply place I can find in Richmond BC. They carry CCK knives as…read morewell as a nice selection of carbon woks and kitchen utensils. They also carry rubber cutting boards and a few large butcher blocks.

This store is mainly for restaurants to buy their supplies and equipment, but it is open for anyone…read morewho walks in and needs kitchen items for home. It is an awesome place for anyone who likes to cook. We bought many pots and pans and other small kitchen tools here. These are generally simple in design, intended for professional use (therefore presumably durable), and good value. There is parking in the back alley.

Solid 3.5. A…read morerestauranteur's candy store, everything you need to start opening your own restaurant, though why would anyone do such a crazy thing is another story lol. From a consumer's point of view, it's kinda of hard to gauge pricing; though Rob was helpful, when you're talking about tens of thousands of dollars, it's best to shop around. For instance, I saw my dream machine, a commerical milkshake mixer to make 3 at a time---guess we're talking about a drive-thru style a la United States --- for $995. One note is the warranty is VOIDED if you use it for residential use; guess asking for the GST # or restaurant name would clear that up in a jiffy lol. Besides, one would want this as a write off but I digress. Walking in from 7th Ave. (there's also the Manitoba entrance) the non-equipment goodies will be on your right: dishware, uniforms, pots/pans, etc. To me, there are other places that are bigger and more selection than here. Either way, they're geared towards restaurants/bakeries.

Horrible customer service, they sell faulty equipment and then when you ask for a refund they will…read more tell you to get lost and deal with it on your own. they dont stand by their products or value customers you will end up being out of thousands of dollars if you buy restaurant equipment here and get scammed by owners poor business practices. would never recommend these guys especially if you want working equipment. BUYER BEWARE.

Another great, one-stop for all of your restaurant needs for owners. Located in the sketchy,…read morecommercial side between Main and Knight, especially if you have to go to the back lol. At least you know that's an option, though this place really isn't for the general public. If I wasn't no nosey with the owners, I'd never would've known about this place.... While the service and selection is good, the place doesn't get kudos for ambience and layout. Definitely more of a warehouse feel compared to Dunlevvy, but here, prices are good, and wheelin' and dealin' is almost encouraged. Everything you imagine to see in the kitchen of a restaurant, can be found here. Aisles are packed quite close, with handy overhead signs like you would see at a Safeway. At the front, is the real heavy machinery, ie. deep fryers, ovens, preparation tables, etc. And next time you order from Pizza Hut, don't get disgusted when s/he takes the pizza out of those thermal bags, it can be run down, ripped, etc.---they can cost $40, as per pic....

I decorated most of my home from here. Way better than the ones in Calgary, and I swear the prices…read morewere better too which i didnt expect in Vancouver

Since becoming a first time homeowner, I always find myself in Home Sense - on the prowl for…read morefurniture and decor! There is usually something nice to buy here whether its decorative pieces, photo frames, to kitchen/living room stuff. Tons of cool items (see photos). You just need to have an eye to sort the good from the bad, and obviously patience. With its competitive prices and decent/friendly staff, this store is a joy to go to whenever I'm in the area.

Ordered a Smeg Toaster, was told it would take 8 weeks because they order it directly from the…read moremanufacturer in Italy. Pretty long, but whatever, it's from Italy, and I'm not in a crazy rush to make toasted bread. 9 weeks later, after not hearing anything from them, I call them up, and am told it would actually take 8-10 weeks. 2 weeks later (total of 11 weeks), still no updates on where the toaster is or if it'd been ordered from the manufacturer at all. Was told there was "no way for them to know". Canceled the order. If you don't have something in stock, you probably shouldn't put it up for sale in your shop. --- Update: After cancelling my order, I ended up ordering the exact same toaster (same make, model, colour) from The Bay-- it arrived in a week.

EC I think you hit this place on it head good looking items at fairly high prices to keep up with…read morejones of other High End Granville Housewares stores. Not sure what the West Elm Market Magnetic customer pull will be but the store was full when I was there.