Romance and brunch go together like bacon and eggs (aka a match made in heaven). And with Valentine’s Day falling on a Sunday this year, rather than the same ol’ dinner date, why not switch it up and treat your sweetie to a brunch meal that’s $10 or less?
Check out our picks in this week’s Cheap Eats roundup.
Yolk’s
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If you’re feeling sweet but your partner is feeling savoury, Yolk’s is a great compromise. Their famous Eggs Benedict starts at $7.50 and most of their sweet items are under $10, including the Belgian Waffles for $9.75.
Address: 1298 East Hastings Street
Phone: 604-428-9655
Address: 546 West Broadway
Phone: 604-559-YOLK (9655)
Twitter: @YolksBreakfast
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Red Wagon Cafe
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Does your date go veg? At this East Van diner, they serve a delicious Tofu Scramble for $10. Don’t worry, there are plenty of dishes to choose from to please a carnivore, including the Sausage Breakfast Sandwich for $9.50.
Address: 2296 East Hastings Street
Phone: 604-568-4565
Twitter: @redwagoncafe
Score on Davie
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Before heading to English Bay for an afternoon stroll, you and your S.O. can enjoy the classic Breakfast with two eggs, toast, hash browns, and your choice of bacon, ham, turkey or tomatoes for $7.50.
Address: 1262 Davie Street
Phone: 604-632-1646
Twitter: @SCOREonDAVIE
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Roundel Cafe
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If you and your sweetheart have a sweet tooth, try the Challah French Toast at Roundel Café for $7.95.
Address: 2465 East Hastings Street
Phone: 604-253-2522
Twitter: @RoundelCafe
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Slickity Jim’s
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From the quirky menu names to the eccentric decor, a date at Slickity Jim’s is always a fun choice. One of our favourites is the Lightness of Been burrito with veggie chilli, roast corn salsa and guacamole for $9.75.
Address: 3475 Main Street
Phone: 604-873-6760
Twitter: @slickityjims