Main Street

Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver's coolest neighborhood—indie shops, craft breweries, and local designers.

Places in Main Street

Published on Main Award-winning restaurant with flawless execution by Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson; every dish crafted with precision
Grapes & Soda Natural wine bar with excellent small plates in a cozy Main Street space.

Best time to visit: May-September for dry weather and outdoor dining
Getting around: SkyTrain metro; buses comprehensive; walkable downtown and neighbourhoods; ferries scenic
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD).
Language: English. Significant Mandarin and Cantonese communities.
Timezone: Pacific Time (PT), UTC-8
Current trends: Indigenous ingredient exploration; Asian-Canadian fusion; sustainability emphasis; farm-to-table establishment; wine naturalism growth

Gastown — Victorian buildings now housing boutiques, restaurants, and the famous steam clock.
Kitsilano — West Side beach neighborhood with outdoor lifestyle and organic everything.
Downtown — Urban centre with business dining and fine dining
Yaletown — Converted warehouse neighbourhood with upscale dining