Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Downtown Vancouver

"Alberni St. downtown is where you’ll find stores selling expensive things like diamond rings and Louis Vuitton dog beds, and it’s also where you’ll find Kirin. This Chinese restaurant has been around for over 30 years and looks sort of like a hotel lobby, even though it’s actually one of the best dim sum restaurants in the city. They don’t have the traditional carts here, so choose a bunch of things off their menu - the barbecue pork buns, prawn dumplings and egg tarts are must-orders - and book ahead."

"Photo courtesy of By Tomwsulcer (Own work) [CC0], via Wikimedia Commons. Kirin Restaurant's been around since 1987 and over the years they've opened up four locations across the Vancouver area. Known for their Chinese cuisine, the menu offers an abundant amount of choice."

"Praised by critics as one of the best premium Chinese dining experiences-exquisite seafood dishes in a warm, authentic and elegant atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: Shirt/Slacks Req.Phone: +1 604-682-8833"

"Residing at the heart of downtown Vancouver’s financial district, the Heritage Asian Eatery is actually a counter-service restaurant. They serve the delicious flavours brought straightaway from the Far-East, it is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Vancouver. Prepared with local ingredients and traditional techniques, getting a taste of these delicious delicacies is indeed blissful."

"A post shared by Heritage Asian Eatery (@eatheritage) on Jan 17, 2018 at 9:08pm PST. A sizable bao at Heritage goes for $5, not only making for an easy fillup, but quick eat-with-your-hands food to take on the go. You’ve got your choice of pork belly, duck, shiitake, and if in season, their housemade sausage."

"Chef Felix Zhou makes Bao buns at the Heritage Asian Eatery in Vancouver. Ben Nelms/The Globe and Mail. Quick-service casual is the fastest-growing dining segment in North America and we're bound to see much more of it."

"Dynasty boasts twinkling chandeliers, views over the city from its first-floor perch on West Broadway, and, thanks to chef Sam Leung, some of the city’s best modern Chinese food. Open daily from 10 a.m. for dim sum, its standouts are the buttery barbecue pork cha siu bao with baked lemon, and the silky, wafer-thin dumplings stuffed with fresh shrimp, scallops, and black truffles."

"A post shared by Lee Man (@lee.f.man) on May 9, 2018 at 7:04pm PDT. When you try their food you’ll know why Dynasty Seafood Restaurant is an award-winning traditional Chinese seafood restaurant. Come in for their dim sum or ask your server about some stellar seafood creations on the menu."

"A post shared by Bill Addison (@bill_addison) on Dec 7, 2017 at 7:52pm PST. Another exceptional place to get traditional Chinese fare. This West Broadway restaurant is a fantastic spot for Dim Sum as well."

"With several locations across the lower mainland, Little Sheep Mongolian is hot pot heaven. There is an extensive list of meats, seafood, veggies, and noodles to choose from, but the first decision you need to make is if you want their original house special soup, the spicy broth, or half and half. AYCE lunch here is $19.95 and dinner is $29.95."

"A post shared by Ina (@inaeatseverywhere) on Aug 3, 2019 at 1:22am PDT. For cheap Chinese beer and spicy Chinese BBQ, hit up one of Happy Tree’s two locations. They have a variety of meat and seafood skewers, but their famous lamb skewer is their specialty."

"An Asian restaurant that specializes in strictly vegetarian entrees and dim sum, 3G Restaurant is an excellent place to visit if you love steamed dumplings and tofu. The chefs prepare a range of vegetable versions of popular Asian and Cantonese favorites, along with a creative and inventive mix of salads, soups, tofu, and noodles."

"Another waterfront beach spot, Cactus Club on English probably has the best setting for a patio in the city. It’s super busy in the summer, so make sure you pick a time to eat where you’ll actually be able to sit on the patio, otherwise, you’ll be better off eating at another spot in the West End. Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11AM-12AM and Friday/Saturday, 11AM-1AMWhere: 1790 Beach Avenue"

"Musette has road bikes mounted to the wall, signed racing jerseys everywhere, tables made out of recycled wooden racing tracks, TVs airing races, cases of helmets and bells, and other bicycle bling—all of it painstakingly collected over 15 years by the cycling-obsessed owner Thomas Eleizegui. Coffees come from the region’s top roasters, including Vancouver’s Pallet for the richer, nuttier, more chocolatey flavors. Of course, cycling and espresso are age-old friends, and the espresso, macchiato, cortado, and lattés will all keep your wheels spinning."

"A post shared by L’ Atelier Patisserie (@l_atelier_patisserie) on Sep 14, 2017 at 8:10am PDT. Talented pastry chef Franck Buiron used to lead the team at Au Comptoir, but has since left and opened his own patisserie where you can find some of his divine creations like the hazelnut cream filled choux pastry, Paris-brest, or the orange matcha cake which contains layers of white chocolate matcha mousse, financier sponge, and passion fruit orange cream. Address: 120 – 260 East 5th Avenue, VancouverPhone: 778-689-0264"

"Exterior: Another diamond-shaped croissant with a beautifully golden outer layer. We also noticed 2 marks on each side indicating that the croissants probably stuck together while baking. Interior: Great giant honeycomb cells but the layers definitely bunched around the center making it almost doughy."

"The value of a $4.30 croissant can't be denied at L'atelier Patisserie. This almond croissant was very buttery and flaky and I could feel the flakes shattering under my knife for the cross section. Sadly though, the rise isn't that great, leaving a small air gap between the croissant and the almond."

"Located around the corner from the Museum of Vancouver, Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver’s most popular beaches. Walk from Kitsilano Beach to Vanier Park to enjoy the greenery and skyline views. If you search enough, you’ll be able to find the Kitsilano Beach Swing (we couldn’t find it), and you can feel like you’re in Hawaii."

"Known to locals as Kits or Kits Beach, Kitsilano Beach is where you will find a lot of residents in the summertime. There’s ample park space around the beach for picnics, plus volleyball nets and Kitsilano Pool. The 137m (450ft) outdoor pool is Vancouver’s only saltwater swimming pool, open from mid-May to mid-September."

"Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver's favorite summertime hangouts. The wide, sandy expanse attracts buff Frisbee tossers, giggling volleyball players and those who just like to preen while catching the rays. The ocean is fine for a dip."

"Lined with logs for the sun spectators, this is the place to reflect on the day and take a few photos of some of the most vibrant sunsets you’ll probably ever see in your life. Sunset Beach Park is also home to an interesting art piece called Engagement, a 30 foot sculpture of two wedding rings. These were created by world famous artist Dennis Oppenheim, as part of the Vancouver Biennale."

"Sunset Beach is a popular destination, especially in the summer, but the green space behind the beach is equally as popular with locals looking for a place to play a game of soccer, meet friends and soak up the sunshine. Grab a drink from the concession stand and spread out on the grass - on a very hot day you might see someone bringing a slip N slide for everyone to slide down the hill."

"Sunset Beach Park does not put its name to shame, and the stunning sunsets you’ll see here while chatting with a friend over a few bites or brews will be worth the wait. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Kritsada Akkhapracha (@fedexfc)"