Absolutely delicious. Pancakes were buttery and soft. Everything else cooked to perfection. Fresh…read moresqueezed apple juice was addictive. Service was phenomenal. I'd love to fly to Vancouver just to have a bite here again.

Food was delicious and served quickly. The restaurant is small but homey. The waitresses tries…read moretheir best to get to everyone at a good pace, they let us call in advance to put our name down for a table. The pancakes were fluffy, the Cajun chicken was juicy, and the soup was very hearty and comforting. Will definitely go back to try more of their menu!

great recommendation from a friend. the three of us stopped in for brunch after a moderate hike…read morenearby, which felt like a well deserved reward after working up an appetite. we arrived around 12:30 pm on a monday and were pleasantly surprised that there was no wait. we were seated right away and had plenty of time to settle in, catch up, and enjoy the slower pace of the afternoon. i was told this place used to be a tiny little shop, and it's nice to see how much they've grown. they've taken over the space next door and expanded the seating area, which makes a huge difference. you can actually relax, enjoy your meal, and have a proper conversation without feeling like you need to rush out the door so the next group can sit down. that extra breathing room really changes the experience. i was also happy to see they offer a matcha lavender latte with oat milk, which immediately caught my attention. unfortunately, we arrived too late for their early bird special, and i'm still a little disappointed about missing it. twelve dollars for a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with a hashbrown patty and coffee or tea is hard to beat, and honestly, it gives me a good reason to wake up earlier next time. i decided on the vegetarian benny, and it absolutely hit the spot. two perfectly soft poached eggs, fresh avocado, oven roasted tomatoes, chimichurri, arugula, hollandaise, and cornbread, with three hashbrown patties on the side. every component worked together beautifully. the dish was seasoned really well, full of fresh flavours, and beautifully presented. the bright colours from the avocado, tomatoes, and greens made it look as good as it tasted. the chimichurri added a wonderful freshness, the hollandaise was rich without being overwhelming, and the cornbread brought a subtle sweetness that balanced everything nicely. it was so good that i practically inhaled the entire plate. definitely a place i'd come back to. next time, though, i'm setting an alarm and making sure i arrive early enough to finally try that early bird special.

Great place with great food. Love their Bennie's and their chicken & waffles. They are so…read moreflavourful! Great service as well. Try to arrive earlier or you will wait in line. Cheers

The Hideout Café is a lovely little spot right across from the courthouse. It is run by a very…read morefriendly couple who make you feel genuinely welcome. The woman was especially warm and kind, and when I went outside to enjoy my coffee, the gentleman came out and chatted with me for a while. I was surprised to learn that the café has been operating for somewhere between 16 and 19 years. The panini I ordered was delicious, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The owner told me that he even makes his own mayonnaise and prepares everything from scratch whenever possible. You can taste the care that goes into the food. This is the kind of small, independently owned café that is well worth supporting.

Total vibe of a cafe, you'll feel right at home. The two owners have a calming pace to the place…read morethat creates a wonderful experience. But the food really stands out. The grilled cheese and tomato basil soup is INSANE. Delicious, the perfect lunch. Highly recommend for a cozy laid back cafe.

Checked out Kim's Cafe for a late weekend lunch. It's right by Lions Gate Hospital. Cafe is a one…read morewoman show serving sandwiches and a few Korean dishes. - Kim's kimbap ($12.95) - standard but pricey - Beef bibimbap ($16.95) - best of the dishes. Good variety of vegetables and tender bulgogi - Tteokbokki ($15.95) - only available on weekends. Barely any fish cakes, broth was sweet with no spice. This was a letdown - Club sandwich ($12.95)

Ive come here more times than I can count. The one lady running this place by herself works so…read morehard. Her food is delicious. This is exactly the type of small business we need more of. Ive tried several of her sandwiches, all of her kimbap options, and her korean noodle bowl. Ive also tried most of her drink options. Drinks are fine - pretty typical coffee shop beverages and quality is good. Certainly theyre not going to win best coffee awards or anything like that, but its more than fine. Food tastes homemade and fresh which is awesome. She makes it all to order. Anyone who has run a small business before will know how tough it can be, especially when it involves the service industry, so my kudos to her for doing this on her own this well. Nobody is perfect, but this place is worth a visit. Restaurant is small and cozy but clean and comfortable enough. There are a few seats/tables. Many people do takeout.

*What's past is prologue*…read more The most recent past? The Ovaltine Cafe. Right near the Garden Strathcona. I could have went there, but it was too fancy for riff raff, coarse, and an unbecomingly dressed individual such as myself. Maybe another day. After all, I was planning on fancying myself up for the Blue Water Cafe and Raw Bar later that evening. Being posh twice in one day is compulsive, and let alone be excessive. So I dined in this unpretentious institution instead. I felt,.... compelled. Friendly lady, who I assume is the owner. Pricing is similar to the Ovaltine, tax in, albeit slightly less expensive. "Danger" pricing at the Ovaltine I can only imagine. It's closer to ground zero. Standard diner fare. I'd return if I'm in the area and the timing is right. Plenty of street parking. There's not much competition for this type of food/business in the area. You'd have to trek further.

This is a small hole in the wall spot that serves up western comfort food with a small Chinese food…read moremenu - burgers, fries, soup, omelletes etc. The staff here are so friendly and will do their best to accommodate you - for example, they brought out my food so I didn't have to go in again after ordering! Food is really good - I had their cheese burger awhile ago and it was filling, tasty and came with a side of crinkle cut French fries! Price - you'll be mindblown by how cheap the food is. Food is quality and price is so affordable. Very old and run down looking in the exterior and interior, though, it has the late 80s no fuss-diner vibe and feel. Today I didn't have much cash on hand so I just ordered a small French fries - $3.95. Came out hot, tasty and not overdone! #supportsmallbusiness

Holts Cafe is located at 737 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC…read more Food: : Burgers need a bit more sauce (4/5) We like the Nuoc Cham dressing a lot with the beef steak (5/5) .... Service : (5/5) Our server Monica and Scott are so helpful and knowledgeable to serve us attentively whenever we need to ask for their assistance. Ambiance : (5/5)

This hidden gem is a must. The service, food, and ambiance were all excellent, with an impressive…read morevariety on the menu. I've tried the burger, steak salad, seafood chowder, and moules frites--each one was delicious and highly recommended. There is also a high tea option, and reservations are recommended.

Amazing food at an even better value…read more Big portions and best price in town Spaghetti is amazing, and weird to say but their Chinese food is also great....lemon chicken

We walked there this morning anticipating a great breakfast but sadly they were closed. The sign…read moreon door says they open at 10:00. Website listed the hours to be open at 7:30.

Got off work early which gave me time to drop by and visit my mom. We went out for brunch at…read moreCindy's. On the table: Brunch Waffle Crepe du Matin Sunny Dish Even though I wasn't the one who ordered a crepe, I am still delighted to know that they offer crepe at this restaurant. I feel there is a shortage of crepes and wish there were more places that served crepe. I will definitely order a crepe on one of my future visits. I went with the Sunny Dish this time in an effort to go low carb and have more room for dinner in the evening. It was a great option and I think my favourite part of the dish is the avocado. It's just always so satisfying to see lovely, green avocado on my plate as avocado tends to go brown quite easily when we have them at home in our kitchen. It's also tasty, healthy and filling...The filling part matters when avoiding filler foods such as pancakes, bread, potatoes...etc. This is such a great place for brunch and really becoming quite a favourite for us now!

You know what pisses me off more than disappointment? Laziness…read more Their menu states they serve Persian "Sangak" bread. They don't. What is irritatingly stupefying here is that there is a Persian Bakery right across the street from them. With their approximately 10 seater dining table and 5 staff on hand someone could've done what?.....Yes!...jumped across the street to the bakery and stocked up on the bread they promised the customer on their menu before opening....Or am I just crazy? Well...I guess if they had done that....they wouldn't have had the time to giggle about it in the back like little school girls. Moving on...... The French Toast - Undercooked & doughy in the middle. Way too bare and unimpressively lacking in presentation. I mean you're paying for these dishes. I've had my 10 year old nephew make better French Toast. The bacon was tasty and the coffee was decent....even came in a cute little cup. So, that's something.... Breakfast Burrito - Good for an appetizer...Oh wait...it was an entree dish....enough said. Fancy Benedict - No, it wasn't fancy...that's the name of the dish ironically. It was cold, the salmon lacking and clearly someone's first attempt at making a Benny. The Service - We had to ask for everything. There was an underlying impatience with our server....like we were keeping her from something. Finally someone else came by with more coffee. Not the end of the world, but not charming either. This place reminded me of a first year medical student trying to do brain surgery. Education, Experience, Commitment. Then open your doors.