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West End in Vancouver

Things to Do in West End, Vancouver

The West End is a popular area with a mix of residential spaces, shops, and eateries along its main streets. It's close to beaches and Stanley Park.

The West End is a popular area with a mix of residential spaces, shops, and eateries along its main streets. It's close to beaches and Stanley Park.

  • Sushi HyunSushi HyunJapanese
  • Little Sister's Book & Art EmporiumLittle Sister's Book & Art EmporiumBookstore
  • The Only on DavieThe Only on DavieFlea Market
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Top things to do in West End

  • Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium in West End, Vancouver

    Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium

    4.6 · 574
    Bookstore

    Little Sister's Book and Art Emporium, also known as Little Sister's Bookstore, but usually called "Little Sister's", is an independent bookstore in the Davie Village/West End neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    Mon–Wed
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Thu–Fri
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 9 PM
  • The Only on Davie in West End, Vancouver

    The Only on Davie

    4.7 · 327
    Flea Market
    Every day
    11 AM – 8 PM
  • West End Farmers Market in West End, Vancouver

    West End Farmers Market

    4.5 · 341
    Market

    Saturday source for fresh produce & flowers in an open-air marketplace with food trucks.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    9 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in West End

  • Sushi Hyun in West End, Vancouver

    Sushi Hyun

    Michelin
    Japanese· $$$$

    An unremarkable exterior belies the lavish omakase that awaits diners once they step inside Chef Juhyun Lee’s sophisticated oasis.

    Website
  • Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar in West End, Vancouver

    Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar

    4.5 · 1.7k
    Oyster Bar· CA$100+

    It's large, with several dining spaces bearing distinctive styles, but Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar ties it all together with chic, modern ease.

    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 3 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    6:30 AM – 2 PM, 3 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    6:30 AM – 2 PM, 3 PM – 11 PM
  • Thierry Alberni in West End, Vancouver

    Thierry Alberni

    4.4 · 4.3k
    Café & Bakery· CA$10–20

    Renowned counter-service cafe & shop luring foodies with savoury fare and artisanal confections.

    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 10 PM
  • Score on Davie in West End, Vancouver

    Score on Davie

    4.4 · 3.0k
    Sports Bar· CA$20–30

    Neighbourhood hangout serving Canadian pub fare, local wines & tap craft beers plus weekend brunch.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Peaked Pies Vancouver in West End, Vancouver

    Peaked Pies Vancouver

    4.6 · 1.3k
    Bakery· CA$10–20

    Bright, Australian-inspired bakery & cafe specializing in meat pies, plus tarts & crumbles.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 9 PM
  • N3 Cafe in West End, Vancouver

    N3 Cafe

    5.0 · 205
    Café & Bakery· CA$1–10
  • Carlino Restaurant in West End, Vancouver

    Carlino Restaurant

    4.3 · 1.0k
    Italian· $$$

    It’s only fitting that this verdant sanctuary should be tucked away on a terrace of the Shangri-La Hotel, offering a sense of placid elegance.

    Mon–Thu
    7 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    7 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 10 PM
  • Coast in West End, Vancouver

    Coast

    4.7 · 6.7k
    Seafood· $$$

    Upmarket bi-level eatery serving West Coast seafood, with a huge circular oyster bar & cocktails.

    Every day
    11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Hello Nori - Robson in West End, Vancouver

    Hello Nori - Robson

    4.5 · 2.2k
    Japanese· CA$20–60

    High-end sushi rolls presented in a posh eatery with sleek bar seating around an open kitchen.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 11 PM
  • Le Crocodile by Rob Feenie in West End, Vancouver

    Le Crocodile by Rob Feenie

    4.5 · 1.9k
    French· CA$100+

    Long-standing destination for French cooking in an elegant space.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    5 PM – 10 PM
  • Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver in West End, Vancouver

    Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver

    4.4 · 2.5k
    Korean· CA$20–30

    Stylish restaurant with familiar Korean dishes, a Royal Cuisine-inspired set menu & a soju list.

    Every day
    11:30 AM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
  • The Fountainhead Pub in West End, Vancouver

    The Fountainhead Pub

    4.3 · 434
    Sports Bar· CA$20–30

    Welcoming spot for pool & people-watching, with 16 beer taps, comfort food & weekend brunch.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • 1181 in West End, Vancouver

    1181

    4.4 · 340
    Bar· CA$20–50

    Buff bartenders serve creative & standard drinks in a music-filled modern space with large windows.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed
    8 PM – 1 AM
    Thu
    8 PM – 3 AM
    Fri
    8 PM – 4 AM
    Sat
    8 PM – 4 AM
    Sun
    8 PM – 2 AM

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Map of West End with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Sushi Hyun
  2. 2Little Sister's Book & Art Emporium
  3. 3The Only on Davie
  4. 4Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar
  5. 5Thierry Alberni
  6. 6Score on Davie
  7. 7Peaked Pies Vancouver
  8. 8N3 Cafe
  9. 9Carlino Restaurant
  10. 10Coast

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