If you looking for a dinner to consume instead of a dinner event that will consume you and your time, then Feenie’s is a very convenient and more-than-worthy alternative to its renowned counterpart Lumiere. Same chef, different food- and at a lower, although certainly not cheap, price.

Feenie’s presents the cuisine of Rob Feenie -a Canadian culinary celebrity- in a casual bistro setting. The dining room’s design is bright, fresh and very hip, with comfortable, spacious table placements and one hell of a fuzzy light fixture that’s reminiscent of a pink sea anemone. The adjacent bar requires no reservations, and accommodates the individual with good taste and a light(er) wallet.

The menu represents an interesting mix of bistro fare with some international and very Canadian influences. My group really enjoyed the food, and we were impressed at the menu’s diversity and originality. None of us were inclined to order “Feenie’s Weenie” a cheese sausage with ample adornments, but we totally appreciated the irresistibleness of the rhyme.

Address:

2563 W Broadway
Vancouver, BC
(604) 739-7115

Burgoo does stew- among other things. This restaurant’s focus is on comfort food, such as soups and sandwiches, as well as fondue. I enjoyed a quick meal here of some very nice fondue (not enough bread and grapes to go with it, sadly) and soup, although I can’t remember which type.

The atmosphere is rustic, with a modern edge. The lighting is pleasant, a little dim, lending warmth- it was definitely inviting. This is a place where a lunch and dinner can easily, and should, be taken at a relaxed pace. Burgoo’s wooden tables and chairs are set closely side-by-side in certain sections- so don’t eat too much stew.

Burgoo looks out on West 10th in Point Grey and has a small patio in front. There is also another recently opened location in North Vancouver on Lonsdale- something to check out!

Address:

4434 w. 10th avenue
Vancouver, BC
604-221-7839

Located on West Broadway between Cambie and Yukon is the Afghan Horseman- apparently the first Afghan owned and operated restaurant in Canada.

If you’re looking for a unique dining experience, I strongly recommend this restaurant. Quite simply, you get to eat on the floor. There aren’t too many restaurants where you can do this. Now, mind you, there is a low table where your food is placed; however, you yourself are low down on cushions. My party and I were definitely impressed.

Not altogether surprisingly, The Afghan Horsemen serves Afghan food, and once you get your head around that, you’ll likely enjoy a good meal. While I am in no way an expert on the stuff, I can say that the food was very tasty. Everything is explained well on the menus, and the servers are very helpful.

There is a drink served here whose name evades me… it is tropical- definitely with pineapple juice or something similar- that is served in a funky bowl-like dish. It is very good, and the alcohol in it is ample- a couple of these will leave you in a mild state of drunkenness.

Address:

445 Broadway West
Vancouver, BC
(604) 873-5923