The Bourbon

Rated this place:

50 West Cordova, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1C9

Bar: It's a bit of a risk, and a bit of a 'dive' but it's always home to good times every time I've been. Booths for sitting, chatting, and drinking. Pool tables are at the back. Usually some good DJ's got the tables spinning and the people dancing. Good fun for low cover charge, which is hard to find around here these days.

El Kartel

Rated this place:

121A-1025 Robson Street, Vancouver, V6E 4A9

Robson street boutique: The most amazing and help staff to help pick out the hippest street wear around. the shoes are a steal and both women's and men's clothing collection is a must see.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Robson Street Boutique

The Eatery

Rated this place:

3431 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6R2B4

Japanese restaurant: Seriously, anyone who has dared admit they have tried almost everything on the menu is either lying, or a very very frequent customer. the eatery is always a delight; ranging from the great service, to the delicious main dishes, and finishing off with a deep fried mars bar doesn't hurt either. the menu is innovative, with numerous different rolls to try and a good variety for everyone. the art is contemporary, and the music is always reminding me of a very addictive mixtape.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Japanese restaurant

Trout Lake

Rated this place:

3350 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC, V5N4M4

Neighbourhood park: One of the city's friendliest dog parks! it's nice to stroll or ride the bike around at any time of the day. Usually quiet and calm and always good for picnics in the summer. don't go swimming in the water though, unless you're that adventurous.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• neighbourhood park

The Georgia Straight

Rated this place:

1701 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6J1Y3

Weekly magazine: Current, informative, fresh, free, accessible at every street corner (almost). keeps everyone up to date on the weekly happenings around town, and has an awesome listings section for anything and everything.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• weekly magazine

Havana Restaurant

Rated this place:

1212 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

Summer patio: Champagne sangria is the best. the food is delicious. the beverages are tasty. the service is great. the art is lovely.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• summer patio

Gastown

Rated this place:

Between Homer Street (west), Columbia Street (east), Cordova Street (south) and Water Street (north), Vancouver, BC, V6B-

Neighbourhood: Wait, can I have 3 favourite neighbourhoods in the city? Gastown will be one of the top 3. Acting as the city's tourist and historical cultural hub, the authentic feel of this neighbourhood is alluring. A main tourist attraction for the Steam Clock, Gastown has turned into a mini shopping district and nightlife district as well. One of my favourite things to do is strolling with a coffee in hand through this little area during the fall just as the weather is changing. Try it for yourself.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Neighbourhood

The Commodore Ballroom

Rated this place:

868 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1K3

Indoor concert venue: I can't count the number of concerts I've seen here, but I will try my best. Nope, can't do it. The Commodore Ballroom is situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver, amongst the hustle bustle of Granville Street. Bands new and old, all make a pitstop at the ballroom. The sound is great, the dancefloor provides ample space, and the balcony is good for the more laidback concertgoers. Home to definitely some outstanding concerts and music in the city.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Indoor Concert Venue

Vancouver International Film Festival

Rated this place:

1181 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3M7

Film festival: Loads of exceptional world films every october. catch one or two movies, or buy a festival pass and watch until your eyes pop. one of my favourite times of the year in the city.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• film festival

Gravity Pope

Rated this place:

2205 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6K1N9

Shoe store: Any shoe fanatic would love it here. styles range from casual to trendy high fashion. prices range from affordable to paycheque consumption. once in awhile, you just have to spoil yourself on a good pair of shoes.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Shoe store

Uncle Fatih's Pizza

Rated this place:

1685 Broadway East, Vancouver, V5N 1V9

Pizza: Potato pizza. try it. you'll be in love with carbs forever.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Pizza

Audiopile

Rated this place:

2016 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC, V5N 4A9

Independent record store: New and old, you'll find it all here.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Independent record store

Bon's Off Broadway

Rated this place:

2451 Nanaimo St., Vancouver, V5N 5E5

Breakfast joint: East vancouver's best breakfast offered for $2.99!!!!! eggs, potatoes, ham, toast! yummy goodness... get full, get caffeinated, all for under $5!!! i love this place a lot. expect a wait on weekends, but bring a good friend or two and you'll be all set. satisfaction guaranteed.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• breakfast joint

Phnom Penh restaurant

Rated this place:

244 East Georgia, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1Z7

Chinatown restaurant: Known for their infamous chicken wings. every table orders a plate, seriously. also easy on the wallet, and absolutely delicious. feels like a journey into cambodia.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• chinatown restaurant

The Foundation

Rated this place:

2301 Main Street, Vancouver, V5T 3C9

Dessert: They have the most scrumption vegan sugar pie! order the dessert and asked for it to be topped with some whipped cream and strawberries and it's one of the best desserts around town, easily!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• dessert

JJ Bean

Rated this place:

1689 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC

Coffee shop: They make the most heart pounding 'shots in the dark' which is essentially an americano and instead of water, coffee is added...try it today, you'll be instantly addicted. drink with caution, and do not operate heavy machinery afterwards. and the comfy, ski lodge like set up of the interior decor doesn't hurt either.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• coffee shop