The best Vancouver restaurants for comfort food, according to our readers
We’ve just entered November, which means it’s officially time to start indulging in all of your favourite cozy meals (or if you’re anything like us, you’ve gotten a head start all the way back in September).
But with so many great restaurants in and around Vancouver, it can be hard to choose where to get your fix for comfort food.
That’s why we asked our followers on Instagram for their favourite spots for comfort food in the city.
From Asian fusion to comfort food classics like mac and cheese, these are some of the best restaurants for comfort food in Vancouver, according to our readers.
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Fat Mao Noodles
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Chef Angus An’s Fat Mao is a local favourite serving up signature traditional noodle dishes from Thailand with locations in downtown and Chinatown.
But it’s not just the locals who enjoy Fat Mao, as celebrities like Sam Smith have also been spotted dining at the restaurant.
Address:Â 217 E Georgia St., Vancouver
Address:Â 983 Helmcken St., Vancouver
B House Restaurant
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This Vancouver eatery opened in 2020 and is known for its bites like Green Papaya Salad, Bang Bang Shrimp, Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup, and Vegan Organic Tofu.
“We bring an imaginative flair and a ‘guest-first’ attitude to our dishes and services, showcasing carefully chosen ingredients and inspired presentations. Here, you will discover the perfect harmony of Eastern and Western cuisine,” wrote the restaurant on its website.
Address:Â 2270 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
Kinton Ramen
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Toronto-based noodle house Kinton Ramen has slowly but surely been implementing its slurp-worthy takeover of Metro Vancouver, with multiple locations having opened over the years.
The noodle joint is known for its authentic Japanese ramen and casual atmosphere.
Address:Â Multiple locations across Metro Vancouver
Crack On Vancouver
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Known to serve one of the best breakfast sandwiches in Vancouver, all of Crack On’s handhelds are made with freshly baked sourdough, organic free-range eggs and premium, locally sourced ingredients.
You’ll find an assortment of handhelds here, including the Crack Sandwich made from maple sausage, fried egg, Havarti, tomato relish, cheddar, candied jalapeno, and housemade aioli.
Address:Â Food truck location
Kwong Chow Congee and Noodle House
Cheap, fast, and open till midnight. Yep, it’s one of those kinds of places. So if you’re caught in the rain after a long night, this is the place to go.
Kwong Chow has dozens of congee dishes on its menu, including a specialty chicken congee and century egg and lean pork congee. The restaurant also has a large serving option that feeds four to six people.
Address: 3163 Main St., Vancouver
Hawkers Delight
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Both the neighbourhood and Hawkers’ appearance have changed a bit since it opened in the early noughties, but it has established a dedicated following of regulars over the years that continue to return for its affordable, delicious fare.
The restaurant’s specialties include lontong — pressed rice flavoured with banana leaf and served with a coconut milk curry, shrimp, egg, and tofu — as well as prawn noodles, Hainanese chicken rice, and lamb curry rice.
Address: 4127 Main St., Vancouver
Burgoo
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Synonymous with comfort food in Vancouver, Burgoo is a must-visit for something homey and delicious.
Nacho pollo, French onion soup, insane grilled cheese, out of this world mac and cheese – Burgoo is hands down one of the best places to go when comfort food cravings creep up. With four locations, you have tons of opportunities to get involved in some toasty, baked, cheesy goodness.
Address: Multiple locations across Metro Vancouver
Golden Smell Mee
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With roots dating back all the way to 1986, Golden Smell Mee is related to the long-time Vancouver business Bee Kim Heng. The business eventually split into two concepts: the jerky-slingers (under the name BKH Jerky) and the noodle-boilers (under the name Kim Heng Noodle).
Golden Smell Mee is the reunion of these two brands, serving up dishes like roti canai with curry, laksa, sambal fried rice, and Mee Goreng, to name a few.
Address: 142 E. Pender St., Vancouver
The Burrow
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A much-loved favourite of Commercial Drive, The Burrow is great for affordable, tasty Mexican-inspired vegetarian and vegan food. Vegans can go for a “veganized” hot cheese dip, soy-based wings, and the classic Ronny Russell Burrito (with sweet potato, purple cabbage, black beans, and guac, of course).
Address:Â 2781 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
123Dough
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At 123Dough, you can find a variety of healthy options, including smoothies, acai bowls, and open-faced sandwiches served with ancient grain sourdough bread.
Additionally, the cafe is collaborating with 8 Corners Tea Room, a specialty tea room that focuses on organic teas. You’ll be able to order a variety of teas, including cold brew teas like its Matcha Black Latte (black matcha, maple syrup, organic whole milk or non-dairy milk), Sparkling Grapefruit (cold brew green tea, grapefruit, sparkling water), and cold brew tea tasting flights.
Address: 1010 Hamilton St., Vancouver
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