Julie & Neeraj
Welcome to Vancouver!
You will want to take advantage of all the amazing things Vancouver has to offer while you are here! We've put together a sample of some of our favourite places to go and things to do in the city, for inspiration.
Our Faves/Recommendations
Sushi
Top Picks:
1. Temaki Sushi - Our Friday night go-to
2. Yamato Sushi - Julie's old fave
3. Miku - Where Neeraj likes to splurge on Salmon Aburi
4. Kadoya Sushi - One of Pierre's (Julie's dad) favourites!
Restaurants
1. Casereccio - Our top pick for fresh homemade pasta and gelato. Make a reso!
2. Tacofino - Local favourite for tacos and burritos
3. Bagheera - Superbe cocktails and Indian food speakeasy in Chinatown. Tell us if you want to get in!
Family Friendly Fun
1. Fly Over Canada - Looks like a tourist trap, and worth every penny.
2. Vancouver Aquarium
3. Science World - Even fun for adults
4. Granville Island Market - Take the aquabus if you are staying downtown
5. PNE - Rides and Food trucks! So much fun to be had here.
Coffee
1. Nemesis - has excellent breakfast and coffee
2. Platform 7 - Location of our first date!
3. Moja - Hands down, best croissant/coffee in town.
4. 49th Parallel - If you like fancy donuts with your coffee
Brunch
1. Jam Cafe - Arrive early to avoid the line!
2. Botanist - Beautiful spot for a special brunch and cocktails
3. Cafe Medina - have the waffles
4. OEB - many options, great breakfast.
Outdoor/Walks
1. Stanley Park/Seawall
2. Queen Elizabeth Park - beautiful rose gardens and view of the city. Seasons in the Park restaurant is also worth checking out!
3. Capilano Suspension Bridge - take the free shuttle from downtown!
4. Kits Beach (Nova's Fave)
5. Pacific Spirit Park - for a true west coast feel in the forest
Cocktail Bars
1. Pourhouse
2. Fairmont Pacific Rim Lobby -Great live music and cocktails
3. Keefer Bar - warning: eclectic vibe, but worth it.
4. Mezcalaria - For a killer marg.
5. Grapes & Soda - Location of one of our first dates.
Shopping Areas
1. Pacific Centre - A mix of everything
2. W 4th Avenue - Mostly boutiques
3. Robson St/Alberni St