Things to Do in English Bay, Vancouver

Scenic oceanfront trails and easy access to beaches, with Sunset Beach just a short walk away.

English Bay BeachBeach
Bisou BakehouseCoffee Shop
Maxine's Cafe & BarCoffee Shop

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Top things to do in English Bay

English Bay Beach
★ 4.7 · 19.5k
Beach★
Bustling beach with volleyball courts, plus a concession stand & the Cactus Club Cafe for food.
Every day
6 AM – 10 PM
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AetherHaus
★ 4.9 · 377
Wellness Center
A refined sauna and cold plunge space in Vancouver that blends heat, cold, and calm to restore focus, clarity, and balance.
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Where to eat & drink in English Bay

Bisou Bakehouse
★ 4.8 · 1.8k
Coffee Shop· CA$10–20
An authentic French bakery and café serving handcrafted pastries, artisan bread, and specialty coffee daily at its Vancouver and North Vancouver locations.
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Maxine's Cafe & Bar
★ 4.5 · 1.7k
Coffee Shop· CA$20–30
Retro-style establishment featuring brunch, dinner & cocktails, plus happy hours.
Mon–Thu
9 AM – 10 PM
Fri
9 AM – 11 PM
Sat
9 AM – 11 PM
Sun
9 AM – 10 PM
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Shamrock Storehouse Denman
★ 4.5 · 746
Irish Pub· CA$20–30
Traditional Irish pub fare & draft beer served in a low-key, brick- & wood-lined bar with a patio.
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Fresh Solo Pasta
★ 4.9 · 1.1k
Restaurant· CA$10–20
Every day
11 AM – 12 AM
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Diba Restaurant
★ 4.8 · 1.5k
Restaurant· CA$20–30
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 10 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 11 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
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Bayside Lounge — English Bay
★ 4.3 · 790
Lounge· CA$20–60
Global dishes, small plates & cocktails in a lively space with DJs & views of sunsets over the bay.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 2 AM
Fri
12 PM – 3 AM
Sat
12 PM – 3 AM
Sun
12 PM – 2 AM
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Café Portrait
★ 4.6 · 1.4k
Brunch· CA$20–30
Cozy destination with an arty vibe offering classic breakfast options, plus Turkish coffee.
Mon–Thu
8 AM – 4 PM
Fri
8 AM – 9 PM
Sat
8 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 9 PM
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Noah's Cafe
★ 4.7 · 802
Cocktail Bar· CA$30–90
Quaint choice preparing creative Japanese fare including fried chicken, beef tongue & seafood pasta.
Mon–Tue
5 PM – 1 AM
Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
5 PM – 1 AM
Sat
5 PM – 1 AM
Sun
5 PM – 12 AM
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Caffe Mira
★ 4.6 · 733
Coffee Shop· CA$10–20
A cafe offering organic coffee, pastries, and made-to-order sandwiches.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 6 PM
Sat
8 AM – 6 PM
Sun
8 AM – 6 PM
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CRAFT Beer Market English Bay
★ 4.4 · 1.7k
Restaurant
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 12 AM
Fri
11 AM – 1 AM
Sat
11 AM – 1 AM
Sun
11 AM – 12 AM
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Ofra's Kitchen
★ 4.4 · 1.4k
Persian· CA$30–70
Vividly spiced vegetarian and vegan Israeli food. Including vegan and gluten-free takes on shawarma (in pita, as a lunch sandwich) and shakshuka (with vegan sausage, and chickpeas and spinach in place of eggs).
Every day
11 AM – 9 PM
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