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.

Just want to pass on a thank you to Fred, his design and consultation were exceptional…read more Unfortunately our financing fell through so were were not able to proceed but Final Draft is will be our first choice when we end up completing the project. If you curious what your space can look like, give them a try.

Having done 2 projects with Final Draft Cabinetry now, in the last 2 years, I was very impressed…read morewith the service I received. Both projects were completed on time, as promised and as planned. On the last project, they even sent out an employee to finish the project properly, when Colonial Countertops didn't. Thanks for the great work!

I was at Metrotown and noticed that there is a kitchen supplies store. I decided to walk in and the…read morefirst thing that caught my eye was the oil dispenser. I needed one!. Price was ok for $14.99. I also looked around the store and noticed that they have some good quality items sold here. Service was ok. They don't bother you and unless you have a question, the cashier is there to help you. The store is small but it is pretty well stocked.

I Love it here! I'm a kitchen gadget kind of gal- so Kitchen Goodies screams my name. Just like…read moreKitchen Therapy, but conveniently located within Metropolis. Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable about their products. But just like any pricey store with breakable items, they are always on the look out. lol- I would be too... Overall, lots to buy, need more money to spend...

It's got a good variety of stuff at reasonable prices. Due to language barrier, the staff aren't…read morevery helpful if you don't speak Chinese.

Great service. A lot of choice for kitchen gadget and great price. I used to shopped at their china…read moretown location.

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....

Funny how with all these reviews, I neglected these top end guys. You come here if you want to…read morespend $250K on a new restaurant concept. From design to even welding & shearing, they do it all. Wouldn't necessarily come here for deals on other kitchen accessories lol. When I've gone in with clients, first-class, consistent service all around. Located in the very east end of Hastings by the tracks so be viligant.

From the owner: We are proud to service all of BC! Specializing in full service kitchen equipment sales. Kitchen,…read morebar and interior design services. Furniture, small-wares and tabletop solutions. Custom Stainless Steel fabrication, exhaust systems and refrigeration. Showroom and Test Kitchen equipped with innovative new equipment and supply.

Fabulous outfit who provide first class service. We ordered our commercial fridge replacement from…read morethem and within 3 days we had our fridge onsite. From the rep I dealt with, Amanda Enair, who was so efficient, professional and competent, and made the whole transaction a breeze, to the delivery men who went above and beyond in delivering this extra large fridge to our office space (something that Costco was unable to do and after two failed attempts to get the same fridge delivered, I was forced to cancel the order and look elsewhere and lucky for me I found Vortex :)!! In additional to amazing customer service, Vortex also offers very competitive pricing. I highly recommend Vortex and look forward to doing business with them again in the future. AAA+

From the owner: From Concept To Delivery, Vortex Restaurant Equipment provides all your commercial kitchen…read moreequipment needs. Reliable, Affordable, Efficient. As a respected name n providing restaurant equipment across Canada, Vortex Restaurant Equipment supplies a wide variety of commercial kitchen equipment to meet the high demands of today's chefs and restaurant owners across Canada. Shop in our store, or purchase online with over a thousand of high quality products from which to choose and be assured you will find just what you are looking for, while experiencing a convenient, safe, and efficient transaction. Vortex Restaurant Equipment proudly offers what you need, when you need it, and affordably. No matter what you choose to equip your commercial kitchen, you can depend on Vortex Restaurant Equipment for high quality, value for money, and outstanding after-sales experienced personnel to deal with your every need.

Cute cafe!!! I'm always in the north shore, I've driven by this cafe so many times and every time I…read moresay, I really need to go and check that place out. Well today was that day. I came from Deep cove it was so busy I just wanted to get out of there. I forgot to grab a coffee. So here I am, and in love. Plenty of treats and pastries. I grabbed a drip coffee. And looked at all the cool stuff they sale. Plenty of seating. Parking lot is not big but didn't have a problem getting one. I will be back!

United Strangers is a North Van gem. It has a great sense of community, good food, and cozy feels…read morewith the best local vibes. It's a great place to swing by for chatting or you could even work quietly over coffee. Their matcha latte subbed with honey instead of sweetener is wonderful. The chicken Caesar wrap is my favourite savoury item and they have a bevy of baked goods for your eyes and stomach to feast on. The little shopping experience of local treasures is so thoughtfully curated. I picked up a gorgeous glass with the Twin Lions mountains that once again connects this cafe to the North Shore. United Strangers is everything I love about the mount Seymour area, filled with local charm. It always feels like a good place to be.

Whether you are a professional chef, or a dedicated home cook, this is where you want to go for a…read moreknife if you are prepared to spend a few bucks. Well worth checking out their knife workshops as well. I had the opportunity to check out one during Vancouver craft month, and came away having learned a lot. In my opinion there's no better place to buy a knife in Vancouver!

I thought I had died and gone to heaven when I walked in. I have looked for years for just the…read moreright 7" knife. I've been an oral surgeon for 40 years, and an amateur chef. It's hard to please me. I found a knife here that could have been custom made to fit my hand. The blade is wonderful, but the handle is a real work of art. Longer than most, perfectly balanced. Lightweight, ergonomic, and aesthetic. A thing of beauty and function. After I left I returned and bought another for my son. I'll be proud to show this to my friends.

I hosted our leadership team's very first offsite in Vancouver and I was on the hunt for an evening…read moreteam-building activity for our group of 13 that felt inclusive, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable for everyone. After a lot of research, The Dirty Apron stood out as the clear winner. I reached out nearly two months in advance only to find they were fully booked on our one available evening. I moved on and kept searching, but about a week later they contacted me to say they had a cancellation. I jumped on it immediately! From start to finish, the process was seamless. They offered a very wide variety of menu options, which made it easy to find choices that accommodated several dietary restrictions and varying preferences across our group. Communication was straightforward and stress-free. Day of, the location was easy to find and they were completely set up and ready when I arrived a few minutes early. The onsite team, Monica, our servers, and our chef were all outstanding. The structure of the experience was perfect for a team event: the chef would teach us one course, we'd break out to make it together, then sit down and eat what we'd just prepared before heading back to learn the next one. The pacing was spot-on. Our chef was engaging, educational, and fun without being over the top. Throughout the evening and through the next day, my entire team raved about the food quality, the hands-on instruction, and the overall atmosphere. After dessert, none of us wanted to leave, even after four full hours together. For a leadership team that had never done an offsite before, this was the ideal bonding experience. Highly, highly recommend The Dirty Apron for corporate team events. We got lucky with that cancellation, and it ended up being the highlight of our trip to Vancouver!

What a great night learning how to prepare and cook in a real hands on atmosphere by a professional…read morechef. We did the Thai class and made shrimp spring rolls, beef satay skewers, and green curry chicken. It was so much fun and it tasted amazing. Our instructor Raf would demonstrate the prep and then the cooking of the dish while we watched him cook and gave tips and teach things like proper cutting technique, to heating the oil correctly and when to add to maximize things like flavour and not to overcook things. Once he finished it was our turn to prepare and cook the dish (while being supervised and given tips and guidance while we cooked)and then when we finished we went and sat in the dining room and got to taste our creation. Each course we did one at a time then ate it and then proceeded to the next course. If you want to learn cooking techniques and some pointers from a real pro and have some fun I highly recommend this. Great for couples, parent& child, friends or on your own to have some fun and prepare a really delicious meal. Class size was 20 people.