Kirin Restaurant – Dim Sum
💡 One of downtown's best Cantonese restaurants. Weekend dim sum is a Vancouver institution. Go early or book.
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Phnom Penh – Cambodian-Vietnamese
💡 A Vancouver institution since 1985. The butter beef and chicken wings are iconic. Expect a queue at peak times – worth it.
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Vij's – Modern Indian
💡 No reservations – arrive before they open (5:30pm) to queue. One of Canada's most celebrated Indian restaurants. The wait is part of the experience; they bring you snacks and wine in the queue.
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Kinome – Japanese Izakaya
💡 Izakaya-style small plates and Japanese whisky. Good for groups who want to share dishes.
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Congee Noodle House
💡 Unpretentious Cantonese classic. Enormous portions, very cheap. Open until 3am on weekends – a local favourite after a night out.
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