Where to Eat
Buy TicketsComing to one of our events? Why not make it a night out in our neighbourhood? Here are some suggestions for nearby restaurants. For a complete listing of Gastown restaurants visit: http://www.gastown.org/guide/index.php
The Charles Bar
Hours of Operation Located in the Woodwards development, just steps from SFU, The Charles Bar offers craft brews, classic cocktails and contemporary casual fare. This casual atmosphere is the perfect spot for laid-back brunches, watching all local and pay per view sports action, or socializing with friends late night. |
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Pivo
Hours of Operation Pivo is a modern public house, located in the Crosstown neighbourhood of Vancouver, just two blocks from Woodwards. Pivo offers affordable, no-fuss pub fare available for brunch, lunch and dinner. Specializing in craft brews, it’s the perfect place to catch all sports action on the giant big screen. |
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238 Abbott Street at Cordova
Hours of Operation A half-block from SFU Woodward’s, Revel is a restaurant and lounge in historic Gastown. Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, Revel serves southern soul food, share plates and is a favourite late night dining destination. |
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212 Carrall Street Price Range: $10-15 Located in the heart of historic Gastown this GastroPub has garnered many accolades for its service, food, alcohol and ambiance. In a world filled with "Plastic Paddy" establishments, the Heather stands out as a beacon of authenticity. An Irish House that is owned by Irish people who actually work there... how refreshing! |
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300 Water Street Established in 1988, The Water St. Café is a Gastown cornerstone overlooking cobbled streets and the world famous steam clock. The high ceilings and large windows make for a bright and casual atmosphere. The superb menu features the freshest of seafoods, creative pastas, and daily specials all prepared with imagination and flair. |
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1 West Cordova We are a modern Vancouver bistro offering reasonably priced, extraordinarily tasty plates, wine and cocktails. We believe in both poutine and pheasant. We believe this is the best neighbourhood in the city. Our kitchen is open late for post-theatre or pre-night out – 7 days a week, noon 'til late. |
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162 Water Street, Gastown
Hours of Operation Just southeast of the Steam Clock in Gastown in a 100-year-old building, Pourhouse is born of century-old styles of drinking and dining. Executive Chef Chris Irving makes the simple food he loves, steeped in century old character: hearty and mouth-watering meals with a sense of familiarity in a homemade style. |
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45 Blood Alley, Gastown
Hours of operation Recently praised by Bon Appetit magazine, Salt Tasting Room is a dynamic wine and charcuterie room with exposed brick walls and a long share table. Guests choose items from a chalkboard menu featuring the most diverse selection of local charcuterie, cured meats and global artisan cheeses, along with an extensive selection of wine and Sherry. Let Salt's savvy, casual and charismatic staff guide you through an ever-changing menu of meat, cheese and wine! |
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321 Water Street Price Range: $30-40 Al Porto Ristorante is located in historic Gastown by the city's waterfront. The restaurant specializes in traditional Italian cuisine, including seafood, game and woodfired pizza served in a warm, Tuscan ambience. |
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B1-207 West Hastings at Cambie
Hours of Operation Two blocks from SFU Woodward’s, Nuba is a modern Lebanese restaurant. Victor Bouzide’s authentic family recipes have, with time and travel, become the foundation of what our restaurant now represents: healthy Lebanese food served in a contemporary urban environment merged with vibrant service and eclectic sounds. |
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216 Abbott Street Jules is a neighborhood French bistro with a flair for authenticity and for serving classic, hearty fare like Moules Frites, Duck Confit and Terrine de Foie Gras. With a marble bar, tiled floor and chandeliers, the room is stylish yet quaint and the atmosphere lively. Price range: $18-25 |
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101 West Cordova Street Price range: $10-22 At the corner of Cordova and Abbott street, this family-owned and operated restaurant offers fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine such as chile rellenos, hand made quesadillas, al pastor tacos, chipotle prawns or our famous tortilla soup. Come and enjoy a taste of Mexico while sipping on a fresh Margarita or Mexican Beer. |
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Vera's Burger Shack Price range: $6-12
Hours of Operation Located in the 124 year old Alhambra Hotel, on the red-brick Maple Tree Square, Vera's Burger Shack only serves fresh, housemade burgers with a selection of fries and local draft beers. Our heritage chic dining room is much loved by locals and visitors. Large party table available for up to 16. 10% discount on all food item for SFU students, staff and faculty with SFU ID or business card, till 1/1/11. |
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