11 Best Diners near Richmond

“Had their Cumin Beef Roujiamo and Cumin Beef Fried Rice Noodles, and both were fantastic—packed with bold seasoning and that irresistible wok aroma.
The staff were friendly, and the service was quick. If you’re craving authentic Chinese food, this place is a must-try. I can’t wait to come back!“

“At first, I honestly thought this was going to be another touristy Chinese restaurant in Richmond. I was very pleasantly surprised.

The food is Yunnan-style Chinese cuisine, and while I can’t speak to its authenticity since I’m not an expert on Yunnan food, I can say that I really enjoyed it. The flavors felt much more nuanced and interesting than the typical Chinese food I’ve had in North America.

And I have to say, my experience with Chinese food in the U.S. has been… pretty hit or miss, with a lot of it being disappointing. This meal was a completely different experience—fresh, flavorful, and actually exciting to eat.

Maybe there really is something to the reputation that Chinese food in Vancouver is on another level compared with American Chinese food. Richmond might have officially spoiled me.“

“We were not hungry and just wanted a quick snack. This spring onion pancake was perfect for that.

Its layers gave a great texture, it was crispy outside and chewy inside. It was quite tasty as well.

We would come back to try its other items.

The only thing was it seemed many people just sitting in the food court occupying tables. As a result, it might be difficult to find a table available for a family.“

“Great service, reasonable prices and very clean would definitely return.“

“Argo Burger topped with bacon, cheese, fried onions and egg is served alongside a mound of fries. Delicious, whether eaten hot or cold. Fried chicken burger is one of the best in town. Fish and chips came with equal amounts of both, which translates into lots. Creamy Chicken chili con queso and heaping plateful of Spicy lamb on their respective beds of rice were stick-to-your-bones good. Then there's the home-baked pie and the OMG butter tart! If you're searching for comfort food with a serving of easy hospitality, this old-school Mount Pleasant diner is where you'll find it. #EastVanLoveRules“

“A unique and old school north american diner experience with large portion sizes, quick service, compact seating, and juke boxes. The brunch options are plenty and veggie options are customizable. The milkshakes are easily sharable by two people. The prices are not bad for the portion sizes. I recommend checking out the place, it's worth it.“

“I recently visited The Basic on Main Street in Vancouver with my best friend and my two kids, and we had such a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is casual, comfortable, and gives off a really wholesome family vibe — perfect for a relaxed meal out. I ordered the veggie hash, which was absolutely amazing — fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying. The kids loved their pancakes, and my daughter was thrilled with her hot chocolate topped with whipped cream (a big hit!). Our server, Jesse, was fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome throughout the meal. Overall, great food, great service, and great vibes. We’ll definitely be back!“

“If you're tired of overpriced pretentious restaurants in Vancouver, and want some old school comfort food served by experienced attentive staff, you must try this Vancouver landmark. First time I've been here in 50 years and it will not be the last. The sole waitress was also the hostess, cashier, busser, and coffee refiller. The owner cooked, served and cashier. With restaurants dropping like flies in Vancouver due to high cost and labour shortage, it's amazing to see how efficiently this old school diner is run to keep labour cost and menu prices down.“

“The staff and the food were so good. There are so many options to choose from for breakfast. And thier lattes are made with a really nice espresso. I loved the ambiance of the dinner too.“

“The menu is excellent and the decoration as a 50’s diner place is incredible. Loved my lunch there.“

“Good atmosphere! Good food !“