The 'local guy' guide to Vancouver
Our area and other cool 'hoods
A mixed neighbourhood tucked in amongst the trees along the Kingsway strip leading out of downtown Vancouver. Lovely character houses, multi-family units and brick rowhomes sit nestled amongst parks and green spaces. With good transit connections and a diverse assortment of quality eating and drinking establishments within walking distance, Cedar Cottage is the ideal spot for your Vancouver vacation.
The best 'hood, obviously, as we live here! Cool but still rough around the edges, Cedar Cottage developed as a stopping point on the long trip from Vancouver to New Westminster. To get your bearings, walk to the corner of Kingsway and Clark, where you will find some commemorative markers...and a drinking establishment displaying aged photos of the area. Pub lovers may be taken aback by the number of tv screens, but take a seat at the bar and you'll be alright. Open until 12-1am most nights
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Kensington-Cedar Cottage
The best 'hood, obviously, as we live here! Cool but still rough around the edges, Cedar Cottage developed as a stopping point on the long trip from Vancouver to New Westminster. To get your bearings, walk to the corner of Kingsway and Clark, where you will find some commemorative markers...and a drinking establishment displaying aged photos of the area. Pub lovers may be taken aback by the number of tv screens, but take a seat at the bar and you'll be alright. Open until 12-1am most nights
Cool cafes, ethnic eateries, patios and bars. Originally an Italian-Canadian shopping area, it's now a motley mix of hipsters, vagabonds, culture vultures and families. Generally speaking, "the Drive" gets more upscale the further north you go. Can spend hours people-watching along the 25-block strip between 12th Ave and Adanac Street
Highlights include Bandida's Taqueria (veggie Mexican), St. Augustine's (taproom), Jamjar (Lebanese), Kishimoto (Japanese), Best Falafel (Middle-eastern), Belgian Fries (poutine!), Havana (Latin) and Biercraft (beer).
296 moradores locais recomendam
Drive Comercial
Commercial DriveCool cafes, ethnic eateries, patios and bars. Originally an Italian-Canadian shopping area, it's now a motley mix of hipsters, vagabonds, culture vultures and families. Generally speaking, "the Drive" gets more upscale the further north you go. Can spend hours people-watching along the 25-block strip between 12th Ave and Adanac Street
Highlights include Bandida's Taqueria (veggie Mexican), St. Augustine's (taproom), Jamjar (Lebanese), Kishimoto (Japanese), Best Falafel (Middle-eastern), Belgian Fries (poutine!), Havana (Latin) and Biercraft (beer).
Food scene
Coffee house that makes pretty barista drinks. The odd triangular shape and hipster decor makes it a (relative) oasis in an otherwise traffic-infested intersection. The views aren't stunning, but are certainly unique. Worth a stop if you are in the area of Kingsway and Knight.
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Pallet Coffee Roasters
323 Semlin DrCoffee house that makes pretty barista drinks. The odd triangular shape and hipster decor makes it a (relative) oasis in an otherwise traffic-infested intersection. The views aren't stunning, but are certainly unique. Worth a stop if you are in the area of Kingsway and Knight.
A warm and welcoming drinking establishment that also serves good pub food. Walls have photos of the area from a century ago, vaguely historic. Plenty of screens for sport-bar enthusiasts and a fireside seating for those who prefer to sit and converse. Pool tables, dart boards and the obligatory gaming machines.
44 moradores locais recomendam
Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood Pub
3728 Clark DrA warm and welcoming drinking establishment that also serves good pub food. Walls have photos of the area from a century ago, vaguely historic. Plenty of screens for sport-bar enthusiasts and a fireside seating for those who prefer to sit and converse. Pool tables, dart boards and the obligatory gaming machines.
Cheap and cheerful taqueria less than a block from the suite. Enchiladas are quite tasty, and there are Friday beer specials. Note: opening hours 1pm-9pm
Jarrito Loco Tacos
1707 KingswayCheap and cheerful taqueria less than a block from the suite. Enchiladas are quite tasty, and there are Friday beer specials. Note: opening hours 1pm-9pm
Great bowls of noodles, plenty of options and speedy service.
The fish tank in the front will entertain kids.
Note: cash or debit cards only, no VISA
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Pho Thai Hoa Restaurant
1625 KingswayGreat bowls of noodles, plenty of options and speedy service.
The fish tank in the front will entertain kids.
Note: cash or debit cards only, no VISA
Conselho para os viajantes
Transporte
Travel by public transport
Using public transport, your ticket is valid for 90 minutes of travel, regardless of mode or number of transfers.
Viajar com crianças
kids 5 and under ride public transport for free
there is not always space for strollers