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Dining out in Vancouver can get expensive fast, but there are still plenty of places that feel truly worth the money. From Thai and sushi to ramen and Italian, here are some of our favourite value picks in the city.

Mason Suen visits Junzushi, a rising omakase restaurant in Vancouver, and shares highlights from a thoughtful 19-course sushi experience.

Umamii is better with friends. Invite your people, use Group Planner to decide faster, and tag a friend in Umamii Chat for recommendations tailored to both of you.

Personalized Recs are now live on Umamii, making it faster to find restaurants that match your taste and the voices you trust.

Group Planner (Beta) helps your group find restaurants that match everyone’s tastes, so deciding where to eat is easier.

Hearting is a fast, lightweight way to personalize your Umamii experience and unlock better restaurant recommendations with a single tap.

Umamii AI Chat is your new personal dining consultant, offering smarter restaurant recommendations based on your taste, vibe, and trusted sources.

We are excited to introduce the new Umamii, featuring a rebuilt recommendation engine, early AI tools, Group Dining, and 5,000 restaurants across BC and the GTA.

Your go-to guide for the most flavour-packed, affordable eats in Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond & Surrey — all under $20, all worth the trip.

Let’s be honest — we’ve all been stuck in decision paralysis trying to pick a restaurant. Whether it’s date night, dinner with friends, or figuring out where to eat while traveling, the options can feel endless… and yet none quite feel right.

As a family with a small kid and a baby, we know firsthand how challenging dining out with little ones can be.

Sun’s out, Vancouver — and that means it’s patio time. But the best patios aren’t just about a sunny seat; they’re where delicious food, creative drinks, and summer vibes all come together seamlessly.

Travelling to beautiful British Columbia? Whether you’re strolling Vancouver’s seawall, exploring Whistler’s peaks, catching the sunset in Richmond, or sipping wine in the Okanagan, you’ll find no shortage of incredible places to eat.

From Downtown Vancouver to Whistler, Kelowna to West Vancouver — BC’s culinary scene is in full bloom. In 2025, a wave of fresh restaurant openings has brought bold ideas, deep flavors, and serious local buzz.