By Phebe Kwok
Edited by Peter Milobar
One of the things I love about Vancouver is the cultural diversity in its food scene. While it is often praised for its quality, some may argue that food in Vancouver can be on the pricier side. However, if you look in the right places, you can easily find food that is affordable, Instagram-worthy, most importantly, oh-so-delicious. Here are 7 places you may want to try next time you run out of places to eat on campus:
- La Taqueria (Mexican)
Website: http://www.lataqueria.com/
Directions from UBC: Take #99 Commercial-Broadway Stn, and get off at w Broadway & Heather St.
Price range: <$10
Recommended dish(es): Tinga de Pollo, Carnitas
BEST TACOS EVER!! Makes me wish everyday was Taco Tuesday.
- Hokkaido Ramen Santouka (Japanese)
Website: http://www.santouka.co.jp/en/
Directions from UBC: Take #44 Downtown, get off at Burrard & Robson, take #5 Robson, and get off at Robson & Cardero
Price range: <$15
Recommended dish(es): Shoyu Ramen
Brace yourselves…winter is coming!! Ramen is always a good idea for a cold winter day in Vancouver.
- Peaceful Restaurant (Chinese)
Website: http://www.peacefulrestaurant.com/
Directions from UBC: Take #84 VCC-Clark Stn, and get off at w 4 Ave. and Vine St.
Price range: <$15
Recommended dish(es): Beef Rolls, Shanghai Stir-fried Noodles, Peaceful House Stir-fried Noodles
- Anton’s (Italian)
Website: http://antonspastabar.com/
Directions from UBC: Take #4 Powell, get off at Granville St. & w Hastings St., take #135 SFU, and get off at Hasting St. & Madison Ave.
Price range: <$20
Recommended dish(es): Penne Alla Calabrese
I’ve never not seen a line-up outside of this restaurant. If you are planning to go at a certain time, make sure to go either before typical dinner hours, or be prepared to stand in line for half an hour (or more).
- Phnom Penh (Vietnamese/Cambodian)
Website: N/A
Directions from UBC: Take #84 VCC-Clark Stn, get off at E 2 Ave. & Main St., take #3 Downtown, and get off at Main St. & E Georgia St.
Price range: <$15
Recommended dish(es): Chicken Wings, Butter Beef
WINGS FOR DAYS. Enough said.
- The American Cheesesteak Co. (American)
Website: http://americancheesesteak.com/
Directions from UBC: Take #44 Downtown, and get off at Burrard & Davie St.
Price range: <$15
Recommended dish(es): The Philly, ACC Fries
- Stepho’s (Greek)
Website: N/A
Directions from UBC: Take #44 Downtown, and get off at Burrard & Davie St.
Price range: <$15
Recommended dish(es): Kalamari, Chicken Souvlakia, Roast Lamb (Tavernos Speciality)
Hands down the top go-to Greek restaurant in Vancouver. Line-ups can definitely be expected. Make sure to arrive early, or reserve 24 hours prior!
So get yourself some good grub and stay awesome Totem!!
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