Daddy D’s Southern BBQ
7204 4th Plain Blvd.
360-892-4418
Yelp: 4 stars, 22 reviews At Daddy D’s they’ve taken slow cooked traditional Southern-style barbecue to another stratosphere. The owner is a third generation barbecue-er, so he's not fooling around. Beef brisket, pulled pork, and ribs—collect all three, then come back for more. Much, much more.
Hudson’s Bar and Grill
7805 NE Greenwood Dr
(360)816-6100
Yelp:4 stars, 76 reviews At Hudson’s Bar and Grill you can expect world-class breakfast, lunch and dinner, but it’s their take on happy hour that keeps the regulars clamoring for the discounted gorgonzola cheese cake, BBQ pork sandwiches and fried calamari, to name a few. The Ultimate Burger will make your knees wobble. For breakfast don’t miss the bread pudding French toast and the Salmon BLT sliders for lunch. The scallops are served with bacon butter. So basically ‘nuff said, right?
3. Better Vietnamese Than Tan-Tan? Pho-get About It
Tan Tan Café and Delicatessen
316 SE 123rd Ave
(360) 892-3400
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 166 reviews Tan Tan Café and Delicatessen has the best Pho in town, hands down. Anything with the grilled lemongrass is a surefire hit, and be sure to wash it all down with some bubble tea. And if you’re looking for a snack that could feed an army, try the appetizer platter. Trust me, it’ll be enough.
La Bottega
1905 Main St.
(360) 571-5010
Yelp: 4 stars, 85 reviews Don’t let the deli-like feel confuse you. This charming little eatery has gained notoriety for pushing out big flavors. They specialize in fresh, local and seasonal ingredients so the menu changes pretty often. Who doesn't like surprises? However, if you ever happen to find yourself behind a plate of the mushroom ravioli, you’ll forget all about ordering dessert.
Ice Cream Renaissance
1925 Main St
(360) 694-3892
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 99 reviews At Ice Cream Renaissance the only question you’ll be pondering is “How many scoops?” Featuring hand-crafted flavors with names that tell it like it is (Coffee Addicts’ Choice and Bitter-Sweet Chocolate Love Affair) along with rotating flavors and homemade waffle cones, your sweet tooth won’t know what to do with itself. Except ask for more, please.
Niche Wine & Art
1013 Main St
(360) 980-8352
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 21 reviews Most wine bars will pair your glass with some ritzy cheeses and a few slivers of hard-to-pronounce meats. And you can get that here too, if that's your style. But Niche goes a step beyond with incredible menu items like Alsatian tarts with creme fraiche and Gruyere cheese that will give you a bigger buzz than any Pinot. And the menu varies with the season to keep your taste buds on their toes.
Low Bar
809 Washington St
(360) 718-8378
Yelp: 4 stars, 81 reviews Who says you need a fine dining experience to have your taste buds blown away? At Low Bar you can’t go wrong with their signature burgers or a hand-pulled corned beef Reuben. In fact, it's probably the most right you'll ever get from a sandwich. But if you don’t try the meatloaf, you’ll probably regret it for the rest of your days. I'm just saying.
Mona Ami Café
1906 Main St
(360) 750-5693 “Chocolate for breakfast?” one asks incredulously, and Mon Ami Café just laughs, because chocolate always wins here. In the end. But seriously, if overly indulgent isn’t your thing, try the much more more subtle Elvis crepe: Peanut butter, bananas and bacon and wash it all down with some of Vancouver’s finest coffee creations. Starting to get the picture about this place?
Killer Burger
1525 SE 164th Ave
(360) 836-5275
Yelp: 4 stars, 82 reviews Killer Burgers will just about kill any desire you have for other burgers. Don’t be afraid to order around the menu, it's all awesome. But when you can sample a peanut butter, pickle and bacon burger (don't doubt, just trust the burger) or the “Black Molly” (Philly steak, grilled onions, provolone cheese, green chiles and bacon), what more could you really want?
Cream & Sugar Café
309 E 15th Street Suite B
(360) 735-5927
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 10 reviews The breakfast of champions in Vancouver always has a little Cream and Sugar. The cafe bakes their scrumptious pesto and cheddar breads fresh and their specials change daily, so you’ll never get yourself in a rut if you start the morning with them. Plus they'll deliver to your office, so you don't have to even make any sort of effort to stuff your face. Nice.
11. Thai Orchids Combines The Best Of Two Worlds
Thai Orchid Restaurant and Sushi Bar
213 West 11th St.
(360) 695-7786
Yelp: 3.5 stars, 72 reviews So you’re craving Pad Kee Mow and your “partner in dine” has their heart set on sushi. That's a deal-breaker, right? Thai Orchid to the rescue, because they do both fantastically. They were recently voted the best Thai food in Clark county and "runner up" for best sushi. Problem solved. Everybody wins.
Farrar’s Bistro
12514 NW 36th Ave
(360) 571-7005
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 24 reviews Farrar’s Bistro knows how to make game time more than just shouting at the TV. They serve up a unique twist on your favorite comfort foods in an unpretentious atmosphere where you can pig out and enjoy a mean cocktail all without missing the game. Get the grilled fish tacos for lunch and thank me later—if your team wins. If they lose, order more tacos. You'll still thank me later.
Anoush-Deli and International Market
6808 NE Fourth Plain Blvd
(360) 693-4359
Yelp: 4.5 stars, 26 reviews Stacked high and always fresh, this is seriously the best gyro in Vancouver. Perfectly seasoned meat, perfectly spiced hummus, all wrapped up in a pita of awesome. Get one to go, or hang around and do some grocery shopping at the market. Load up on imported meats, cheeses oils and more. It’s impossible to leave Anoush Deli hungry. Until tomorrow.
Vancouver Pizza Company
2219 Main St
(360) 750-1176
Yelp: 4 stars, 99 reviews If you are going to put your town’s name in your restaurant’s name, you better deliver. And Vancouver Pizza Company does just that. Ha. But you can also come dine-in or carry out if that's how you roll. VPC caters to vegans, meat-eaters and gluten-free gluttons alike. Their pizzas are extra-special, their breadsticks are famous, blah blah. just don’t overlook the calzones.
Jorge’s Tequila Factory
1004 Washington St
(360) 828-5543
Yelp: 3.5 stars, 23 reviews OK yeah, it’s not food, but if the thought of a fresh margarita on a hot summer day doesn’t get your mouth watering, you haven’t had one from Jorge’s Tequila Factory. They’re perfect. If margaritas aren’t your thing they have an extensive cocktail menu, just bring a designated driver. And the menu has plenty of tostadas, burritos and enchiladas to soak up all the booze, along with desserts like churros, fried ice cream and Mexican cheesecake.
