50 Best Pubs in Vancouver

“Alright where do I start. What’s better..the food or the service? Both are hands down elite in all aspects. Let’s start with the service. Olivia G and Sasha are two of the kindest all around human beings I’ve interacted with. They accommodate for my food allergies every visit. They consistently show up ready to serve at a moments notice. That’s what it takes to be elite. Now for the food. The menu speaks for itself, as it offers unbeatable appetizers with cutting edge main courses. Give this place a try. You heard it from me.“

“I ordered takeout and was pleasantly surprised by how good everything was.

The soy chicken and snowy chicken were both delicious and full of flavor. The original fried chicken was a bit bland for my personal taste, but it was still cooked well.

What impressed me most was how crispy the chicken stayed. Even after the 10-minute drive home, the fried chicken was still crunchy and juicy, which isn't always easy to achieve with takeout.

Overall, a great experience, and I'll definitely be ordering again.“

“Great bar! Good food and drinks, only bad I had to pay in cash and not credit or debit card.“

“Randomly came upon The Brighton, walked in and immediately felt a New Orleans vibe which was delightful. A good ole dive bar feeling where one can relax and be yourself. The staff were amazing, specifically Hubert who provided a laid-back vibe and very good conversation while I sat at the bar. Hubert was working hard pouring drinks and making Nachos for a growing mix of ppl coming from the Lamb of God concert. The 2 girls waiting on customers were also pleasant and down to earth. The music was an eclectic mix of old school rock all the way to the 80’s, 90’s and current metal. Loved it! The place was open late with No Pressure to get during last call. If you’re in Vancouver go, see Hubert at The Brighton before or after a concert at the Coliseum, or a drink to sit back and look at all the awesome memorabilia on the walls.“

“great food, good beers,the best company“

“Highly recommend! Michael was awesome! Cheers!!“

“Best place, always! Food. Service. Everything“

“Great place for drinks & food! Also lots of TVs 📺 to watch hockey 🏒, football/soccer ⚽️, American football 🏈, baseball, etc!“

“Has an old pub feel and so are the patrons. No waitress / waiter to be seen, you had to get your own drinks (is that a Vancouver thing?) Food is ordered from a window in a wall but good wings. Live music was vintage rock, they were really great!“

“We really wanted to explore the Gastown side of town, and Yelp led us to this cute spot that did not disappoint. We arrived before sunset and found a cozy table upstairs. The view from the top was so romantic, watching the rain fall as the sun went down.

Our waitress was excellent, especially considering it was her first day. I ordered the fish and chips, and they were absolutely delicious. C got the beef stew, and it was honestly the most flavorful stew I’ve ever had. The bathrooms were cute and clean, and the drinks were made perfectly.

Overall, we highly recommend this place for lunch or an early dinner. The inside has a vintage-esque feel, and we were truly impressed. If you come to this part of town, plan some extra time to look around. Bonus: you can see the cruise ships across the street!“

“Great atmosphere. outstanding team!“

“Best slushy in Van!! Hit the patio for some yummy wings n poutine too!! Maniac Mondays 👍👍👍“

“Lovely mushroom pizza Tasty beer Friendly staff“

“I love going to the Heatley when I’m in Vancouver. The food is creative and delicious. The atmosphere is fun and relaxed and the music and drinks are great!! The staff are friendly and efficient!!“

“Nacho's and beer are my favorites. I don't get out often but when I do I come here. Friendly service great food. Prices are good to.“

“Liam is exactly the kind of bartender you hope to find. Friendly, professional, and genuinely enjoys what he does. He has a knack for making great recommendations, sharing interesting insights, and making everyone at the bar feel welcome without ever missing a beat. Great service, great conversation, and no judgment when I inevitably took way too long to decide what to order. I’ll definitely be back.“

“Friendly staff and a fun crowd makes the Princeton a memorable night out.“

“We were a party of five to celebrate Father's Day this year. I can't believe it took me this long to find this gem of a pub in Kitsilano. The brunch food was delicious, the portions were generous, the prices were very affordable and the server was friendly and attentive. She had a good memory remember our orders. We will definitely return.“

“great place for Oilers fans“

“Roxy Burger has the best service possible. The servers were very attentive and the bartender was very kind.“

“I went there to watch the World Cup today, and I had a great experience. The staff were incredibly friendly, and both the beer and the food were excellent. The Beef Ragu was especially memorable, it was so delicious that I'd happily come back just for that. I also really enjoyed the dark beer. As a sports pub, it had a great atmosphere, and watching the game was comfortable with excellent views of the screens. I'll definitely be back!“

“Great view, friendly staff and service, good food.“

“Friendly bar and good music“

“Stumbled upon this place while on our visit to Vancouver & loved the atmosphere & hospitality of James & the other bartenders. Great place to enjoy 🥳“

“Been in here twice now while on visits to Vancouver. I'm rating this place as a dive bar and as dive bars go, this place is great. Friendly bartender. Clientele are either pleasant or indifferent to your presence and not causing any issues. Pool table is straight and drinks are cheap. I'd recommend to anyone wanting to check out a safe dive. Props on the exterior signage!“

“Recommend the Oak Stout, Truly spirited“

“Our favorite place when we would be stressed with school work! Large patio as well - great for summer hangouts. Super close to wreck beach and foreshore trail. You have to pay first and then they bring food to you. Tipping before even trying the food is a little interesting.“

“The moment I walked in I could tell it was a classic neighbourhood spot. The space feels cozy and welcoming, like a place people in the community have been coming to for years.

I ordered a pasta dish and a salad. The pasta was well seasoned and cooked just right, and the salad tasted fresh and bright. Everything on the plate felt balanced and satisfying. It was the kind of meal that left me feeling full and happy, not rushed or overwhelmed.“

“Me and my Bro’s were out lurking main st and doing some pub hopping and came in here for a couple of drinks 🍹

The service was great and the lady was holding down the fort herself! Bravo 👏
We were impressed with the service and would’ve ordered food but we already ate. We’ll be coming back again for sure, Cheers! 🥳 🍻“

“First visit to this pub for a private event. Casual atmosphere, with tables and counter space, making it a good venue for a party with mingling! Reasonable food prep time after ordering at the counter given the size of the group there. Had the veggie nachos ($15) and chicken tacos ($10). The peppers gave the nachos a good kick! Good sharing food. The tacos had a lot of diced veggies, but the soft shell made it hard to hold together and it was a messy eat. For pub fare, it was a decent taste overall and as expected. Pleasant servers, who also came around to remove empty plates and glassware. The organizers of our event are regulars at Village Pub, so recommended it as a venue. Nice experience!“

“Popped in to the Kings Head this afternoon. Our second visit as I am visiting family. Had a great afternoon sat in the sun when the clouds would let us. But no matter as the heaters were on and kept us nice and toasty. Had some great wings & fry’s all washed down with some Cider. Served by Christina who’s new to the role but destined to be management in no time, attentive without being overbearing. And made us feel right at home. Will definitely be back soon… cheers guys“

“I came here with my boyfriend for dinner and had the pleasure of being served by Keeley (not sure how it’s spelled sorry). She was extremely attentive and outgoing and honestly made our experience there so much better. The drinks and food weee fantastic! Highly recommend !“

“amazing food, staff and atmosphere“

“Went here on a whim with my friend expecting to have a chill late night bite and drink. Turned out to be their Hot Wax night and had the best time dancing and meeting people - much better than the club lol. Definitely a fun intimate spot with a very cool crowd.“

“Great venue with great atmosphere. Its not what you would expect looking from the outside. Food is meh but its a music venue and it does that well. Lots of games to amuse you between sets, sweet lighting. Id go back to watch a show for sure.“

“It’s Okay feels like a true neighbourhood watering hole and easily one of the best bars in East Vancouver. Super chill, no pretentious energy, and the kind of place you can actually sit and hang out for a while.

The food was the best part. Everything tasted fresh and actually well made, not just thrown together like a lot of bar food. The fried chicken sandwich was so good, really crispy, juicy, and flavorful without being heavy. Even the sides were solid which I feel like never happens.

Drinks were good and not super overpriced for Vancouver, and the staff were friendly and attentive!

It doesn’t try too hard but still gets everything right.“

“Very good ambiance, friendly, and prompt service.“

“Great food at great prices!!!“

“best...burger...ever......“

“Went here for din just before our show at the Queen E. we had dynamite roll for appy and Baja fish tacos and Florida sandwich for our mains. Drinks before and after din were delicious and our server, Laura was awesome. So attentive and friendly. Thank you.“

“This place has the absolute best bartenders and wait staff. Gus, Jacob and Jordan were an absolute thrill to be around. They offered the best service. They were quick, knowledgeable and so very friendly. I'll be coming back for sure. Best experience ever.“

“The best chicken wings ever!“

“great impossible burger and salad for me and my husband had a delicious patty melt with fries great service!“

“The menu was perfect.. simple but done really well….the food was great. Service was on point, Eddie was awesome. Definitely a go to for us now when in Vancouver.“

“Highly recommend! Michael was awesome! Cheers!!“

“Perfect for meeting new people and enjoying the nightlife. Beer pong in the common room is the best 👌🏻“

“Great atmosphere and great service“

“There were only 4 customers sitting in the bar , and one tale beside us . The table we sat down was dirty that’s the only complaint I have . Food was good . And okay price. Portion was big . We went there in the afternoon. It might be a good place for evening or night time the waitress said they have live music once a week.“

“Very kind & professional staff, really nice venue, and great clientele. Good food & music/events!!“

“I love hanging out here with my buddies.“