South Granville

The exotic decor and rich flavours justify this restaurant's pride in Afghan culture and cuisine. Try one of the platters $29/2 people. Numerous vegetarian options, and some vegan dishes too. Try to stay for the mesmerising belly-dancer's performance.

A restaurant for those who don't think vegetables are necessary or like their meat barbequed. Emphasis is on food and cooking styles from the American South. If you have 3-4 people, try the Memphis Feast for a taste of almost everything.

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Enjoy a variety of fish and seafood while looking out over Granville Island and False Creek. Also has a number of tapas and meat dishes.

Japanese and Korean BBQ restaurant noted for its dinner buffet and the grill at the table allowing you to cook your food to your liking.

Pub-style food and casual atmosphere.

Serves innovative Japanese cuisine. Try the omakase menu, where you leave the details of your 5-course meal to the chef's discretion. The vegetarian omakase can have spectacularly realistic-looking sushi made from vegetables. À la carte menu also available — but why skip the chance to let the master delight you? Winner of the "Best Japanese Restaurant" awards from Vancouver Magazine every year since 1991. However, some say that since April 2008, prices have risen astronomically and quality has suffered, that service is generally poor and value is doubtful.

Indian restaurant that combines Indian spices and cooking techniques with local ingredients. Does not take reservations. If you can't afford to go to Vij's, try Rangoli (http://www.vijsrangoli.ca/) next door, which is also owned by Vikram Vij.

Upscale and award winning restaurant with excellent service. Menu has a variety of seafood and meat dishes.

Vancouver's first late-night dessert cafe. Opened in 1979, it is an authentic Vancouver cultural experience. Featuring the original "Vancouver-style", it is a light cheesecake with various toppings added.