4 Best Restaurants in Kitsilano, Vancouver

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Kits has it all, from easy-going neighborhood bistros to grab-a-bite sandwich shops to higher-end dining rooms.

Go Fish

$$ | Kitsilano Fodor's Choice

If the weather's fine, head for this seafood stand on the seawall, overlooking the docks beside Granville Island. The menu is short—highlights include fish-and-chips, grilled salmon or tuna sandwiches, and fish tacos—but the quality is first-rate. It's hugely popular, and on sunny summer days the waits can be maddening both to order and to wait on its cooked-to-order delivery. So try to avoid the busiest times: noon to 2 pm and 5 pm to closing (usually around 7). Because there are just a few outdoor tables, be prepared to take your food to go.

1505 W. 1st Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6J 1E8, Canada
604-730–5040
Known For
  • Seaside location
  • Fresh-off-the-boat fish
  • Long lines
Restaurant Details
Closed Mon.
Closes at 7 pm

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49th Parallel Cafe & Lucky's Doughnuts

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Stop for an espresso on the airy enclosed patio at the West 4th location of this local coffee roaster, where delicious doughnuts are made on-site. 

2198 W. 4th Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6K 1N7, Canada
604-420--4901
Known For
  • C$6.50 coffee-and-doughnut combo
  • Gluten-free and vegan options
  • Lively and bright sunroom

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Bean Around the World

$ | Kitsilano
This local minichain, of the "Fuelled by Caffeine" slogan, runs a number of comfortable coffeehouses around town. If you like your cappuccino with no pretension (and perhaps with a muffin or slice of banana bread), head for "The Bean." In addition to this branch near Kitsilano Beach, their many Vancouver locations include 175 West Hastings Street (at Cambie) in Gastown, 1002 Mainland Street in Yaletown, 2977 Granville Street in South Granville, and on Main Street at No. 2528 and No. 3598.
1945 Cornwall Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6J 1C8, Canada
604-739–1069
Known For
  • Great coffee
  • Laid-back atmosphere
  • Fresh baked goods

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Purebread

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This Whistler-based bakery offers its yummy handmade goodies and freshly baked bread at three locations in town, including this bright storefront café in Kits.

2887 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G6, Canada
604-336--9670
Known For
  • Huge assortment of cakes and pastries
  • Online pre-order available
  • Friendly staff

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