Best Diners in Burnaby

"So there’s one reason I will send you to the wallflower and if you do choose to go, you absolutely cannot go without trying the vegetarian poutine. For those newbies to Canada, poutine is a local delicacy from the Quebec region that has since made its mark all over Canada. So what is it exactly?"

"The Wallflower is a place for all types of eaters: vegans, celiacs and omnivores. This casual, hipster joint offers breakfast every day until 4PM and is often lined up on weekends. Try the polenta omelette with your choice of fillings -- it gets my vote for best vegan brunch plate in town."

"Before heading to our new AirBnB, we ate breakfast at Wallflower. Apart from homemade dishes, this was the best place we ate."

"A post shared by Kevin Garcia (@ebunkebun) on Dec 18, 2017 at 10:32pm PST. There’s never a bad time for breakfast food, and thankfully when the craving strikes, Lucy’s is open 24-hours a day. Amongst other classic diner style foods, you can get their All Day & Night Breakfast special for less than $10 – though you’ll definitely be tempted by the rest of the goodies on their menu."

"A post shared by Lucy’s Eastside Diner (@lucyseastsidediner) on Aug 5, 2016 at 7:05am PDT. Stacks of pancakes at Lucy’s will satisfy your every craving!. This classic American diner will transport you back to the days of poodle skirts and two-strawed milkshakes – 24 hours a day."

"Open 24 hours, Lucy’s is better as a novelty meal than as a destination breakfast. If you want the best experience, go one night after some heavy drinking and treat yourself to one of the signature milkshakes and their fried egg sandwich. Hours: Open 24/7Where: 2708 Main Street"

"The Templeton won an outstanding achievement award from the BC heritage society back in 1997 and has been a diner since 1934 under various names. Probably the highest quality diner on this list, The Templeton is the place to go when your parents or grandparents want to have a great breakfast in a setting they would have experienced as kids. Hours: Sunday/Tuesday to Thursday, 8:30AM-10PM, Friday/Saturday, 8:30AM-11PM and Sunday, 8:30AM-11PMWhere: 1087 Granville Street"

"A post shared by The Templeton Diner (@thetempleton) on Apr 21, 2018 at 2:11pm PDT. Organic and nostalgic, that’s what you’ll find on the menu of this Vancouver dive. This old-style diner serves up classic breakfasts just like your mom used to make, as well as some boozy shakes just like your “fun” aunt used to sneak you."

"Old school dinner The Templeton is one of our favourite places to head for a basic brekkie. All-day breakfast is the name of the game here, and that means you can order this spot’s buttermilk or pulled pork pancakes for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Address: 1087 Granville Street, VancouverPhone: 604-685-4612"

"A post shared by Ovaltine Cafe (@ovaltinecafeyvr) on Feb 5, 2017 at 11:03am PST. As one of Vancouver’s oldest restaurants, the Ovaltine Cafe has withstood the test of time with some of the best home-style french toast and cuppa joes. Address: 251 E Hastings Street, VancouverPhone: 604-685-7021"

"One of the oldest restaurants in Vancouver, Ovaltine has been in operation since 1943. Great food and one of the best diner atmospheres in the city, check out our full write up on the Ovaltine here. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 6:30AM-6PM and Sunday, 6:30AM-2PMWhere: 251 E Hastings Street"

"Like being inside Edward Hopper's Nighthawks diner painting, this time-capsule greasy spoon instantly transports you to the 1940s. Snag a booth alongside the hospital-green walls or, better yet, slide onto a... Top ChoiceSeafood in Yaletown & Granville Island"

"If you find yourself deep in the south, or you’re making a trip to Ikea in Richmond, then this is the spot for you. Nestled inside Northern Building Supply, the Northern Cafe is the most authentic diner on this list. Grab some lumber or hardware, then treat yourself to a burger or some chicken strips before you start your home improvement project."

"A post shared by Jill (@jillonjill) on Jul 26, 2017 at 12:11pm PDT. This hole-in-the-wall diner is definitely one to keep on your radar. It’s literally above a hardware store."

"Big burgers with an even bigger taste, the Sunshine Diner resides in the heart of Kitsilano and is famous for its big burger platters. Come hungry, leave with leftovers for lunch tomorrow – that’s how big the portions are. Address: 2649 W Broadway, VancouverPhone: 604-733-7717"

"Located in Kitsilano, Sunshine Diner is the place to go for cheap breakfast food. Check out their blueberry pancakes and egg breakfast combos if you go, and say hi to the Elvis and Marilyn Monroe statues greeting you at the door."

"Home to one of the best BLT’s in Vancouver, Save on Meats will give you that hometown feel with tons of options and of course, “Adult Milkshakes” – who wouldn’t want that?. Address: 43 W Hastings Street, VancouverPhone: 604-569-3568. Facebook | Twitter | Instagram"

"A Gastown staple, Save On Meats prides itself on some of the best burgers in the city. Build your own, and then get a boozy milkshake alongside it to complete the experience. Heck maybe, even pick up some ground chuck at the adjacent butcher shop."

"Lotus Seed is one of the best vegan restaurants in Vancouver thanks to its fresh and healthy menu of local and organic bites. Highlights include meatless ball sandwiches, pho, almond alfredo spaghetti, vegan benedict and vegan sushi. There’s something here for all times of the day, as well as fantastic juices."

"Location: #180 – 3665 Kingsway, Vancouver (Metrotown)Category: Asian FusianDescription: A newer restaurant in Burnaby that features healthy, fresh food. They have a smaller menu (to ensure quality & freshness) that has hearty Pho, baked burritos, sushi, Thai Curry and more.Website: www.lotusseed.ca"

"Lotus Seed Vegan is an unassuming restaurant on West Broadway near Cambie Street. Their food is simple, but homey and comforting. I like ordering their vegan pho when I want a light and healthy broth."

"A post shared by Glory Juice Co. (@gloryjuiceco) on Nov 22, 2018 at 9:46am PST. Glory Juice is a staple in the city. With multiple locations, this is their first in North Vancouver, and you’ll find it stocked with (obviously) cold-pressed juices, as well as a full menu of nutritious food."

"Beach Bay Cafe and Patio is located a couple of short blocks away from English Bay Beach and offers beach and ocean views from the comfort of the restaurant’s indoor dining area or heated outdoor patio. The contemporary bar is perfect for enjoying a creative cocktail while watching the sunset over the beach. Beach Bay’s menu offers traditional West Coast favorites and innovative dishes made with only sustainable, ocean-friendly seafood and fresh, high-quality ingredients."

"Beach Bay Cafe and Patio has one of the best locations in the city, hands down. Perched at the edge of Denman Street, it overlooks English Bay."

"A post shared by Bridges Restaurant (@bridgesvancouver) on Aug 26, 2018 at 8:36am PDT. This is one of the largest patios in the Vancouver area with one of the best views. Not to mention, Bridges also has two patios, which means double the opportunity to soak up some sunshine."

"The large patio at Bridges has the perfect view of False Creek. You can't get any closer to the water than this."

"While the views from this spot aren’t spectacular, its proximity to Third Beach makes it a no brainer for anyone who wants to spend some time in Stanley Park. Grab a relaxed lunch and stroll around the beach a bit, or spend the day at the beach and head over after, either work. Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:30AM-10PM and Saturday/Sunday, 10:30AM-10PMWhere: 7501 Stanley Park"

"If you happen to be hungry and in Stanley Park, we recommend making a pit stop at The Teahouse Restaurant for a meal or a drink in its charming conservatory. Address: 7501 Stanley Park Drive, VancouverPhone: 604-669-3281. Facebook | Instagram"

"Parallel 49 Brewing Company has an avocado-green bar and slatted ceilings, long, dark-wood communal tables, and 1950s-era General Fireproofing Company aluminum chairs. The beers taste great and sport creative names; take the Hillbilly Ninja (5% ABV), a hazy pale ale, or the Salty Scot, a “sea salted caramel Scotch ale.” But the best part of the 117-seat “Street Kitchen” is the graffiti-scarred food truck that has been reassembled inside the space, wheels and all. The food cart is actually a clever portal to a full working kitchen."

"Driven by a never ending thirst for amazing beer, Parallel 49 does things a bit differently, offering great beers with unique flavors, such as the hopped sour Bodhisattva due to its unique leafy taste, the Tricycle Radler, giving of  a nice aroma of grapefruits and of course their Jearkface 9000 a great Wheat Ale."

"Parallel 49 has always been a fan fav with their goofy cartoon branding, large community tables full of laughter and tours through the vat room, so of course their patio would also be hoppy. Where | 1950 Triumph StreetWebsite. View this post on Instagram"

"A post shared by Kin Kao – Thai | Wine | Beer (@kinkaokitchen). Authentic Thai eats purveyor Kin Kao has announced it will be opening a new Vancouver location. The concept will be setting up shop at 317 E Broadway (the former location of The Black Lodge) this summer, according to its social accounts."

"In Thai cuisine, the often bold flavours are anything but simple. At Kin Kao ('eat rice'), we narrow our menu selection and present it in the simplest form possible. True to our philosophy, less is more and authenticity should never be"

"Inspired by the old streetcars that used to toodle around North Van, Streetcar Brewing was in the works for years before opening. Now, you can check out this hidden brewery in the heart of LoLo. We’re ashamed to admit it, but Boston Pizza by the slice was the perfect choice for food here."