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Vancouver · Breakfast · moderate
Northern Cafe
Northern Cafe is worth putting on the shortlist for Pork and Shrimp Wontons and Smoked Salmon Benny—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Vancouver · 6 ranked picks
6 Best Brunch Spots in Vancouver
Northern Cafe leads this shortlist.
By TastyPals Editorial TeamUpdated July 21, 2026
6 ranked picks
Why this pick & planning notes
Northern Cafe is worth putting on the shortlist for Pork and Shrimp Wontons and Smoked Salmon Benny—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Pork and Shrimp Wontons, Smoked Salmon Benny, Northern Deluxe Burger
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Sources checked
- Official source — Northern Cafe's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Vancouver · Restaurant · value
Fable Kitchen
Fable Kitchen is worth putting on the shortlist for Duck Meatball and BC Cheese Plate—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Fable Kitchen is worth putting on the shortlist for Duck Meatball and BC Cheese Plate—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Duck Meatball, BC Cheese Plate, Maitake
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Sources checked
- Official source — Fable Kitchen's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
- Independent source — The Michelin Guide independently corroborates Fable Kitchen's current recognition. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Kitsilano · Contemporary · value
LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano
LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano is worth putting on the shortlist for LPE Caesar and Press Burger—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano is worth putting on the shortlist for LPE Caesar and Press Burger—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: LPE Caesar, Press Burger, Steaks
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Sources checked
- Official source — LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Downtown · Breakfast · moderate
Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant
Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant in Downtown is a standout stop in Downtown. It is a natural choice when you are planning around Downtown.
Why this pick & planning notes
Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant in Downtown is a standout stop in Downtown. It is a natural choice when you are planning around Downtown.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
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Sources checked
- Official source — Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Olympic Village · Breakfast · moderate
Argo Cafe
Argo Cafe is worth putting on the shortlist for Duck Confit with Mash Potatoes and Blueberry Lime Butter Sauce and Braised Short Ribs Benedicts—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Argo Cafe is worth putting on the shortlist for Duck Confit with Mash Potatoes and Blueberry Lime Butter Sauce and Braised Short Ribs Benedicts—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Duck Confit with Mash Potatoes and Blueberry Lime Butter Sauce, Braised Short Ribs Benedicts, Ricotta Pancakes
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Sources checked
- Official source — Argo Cafe's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
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Downtown · Korean · value
Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver
Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver is worth putting on the shortlist for Korean Dumplings and Korean Pancakes—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Why this pick & planning notes
Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver is worth putting on the shortlist for Korean Dumplings and Korean Pancakes—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Korean Dumplings, Korean Pancakes, Sura Korean BBQ
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Sources checked
- Official source — Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver's official website or menu was checked for current operation and the brunch details supporting this selection. Checked July 21, 2026.
Practical notes
What to plan for before you book — spend, reservation strategy, and who should skip this guide entirely.
- Expected spend
- $25–55 per person with one drink. Boozy brunch with bottomless cocktails runs $55–80.
- Booking strategy
- Reservations open 7–14 days out at the strongest spots. Walk-in strategy: arrive at open (usually 9:00–10:00) or push to the 12:30–1:00 window after the first turn clears.
- What to order
- Pick one of the savory anchor dishes plus one pastry or side — splitting works at brunch in a way it doesn't at dinner.
- Skip if
- you want a quick coffee-and-pastry stop or a quiet room. These picks reward sitting and ordering broadly.
Who this guide is for
The best brunch spots in Vancouver are Northern Cafe, Fable Kitchen, LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano, and more.
The final six are Northern Cafe, Fable Kitchen, LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano, Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant, Argo Cafe, Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver.
Quick picks
Best overall for brunch
Breakfast • Vancouver
Northern Cafe is worth putting on the shortlist for Pork and Shrimp Wontons and Smoked Salmon Benny—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Best for Duck Meatball
Restaurant • Vancouver
Fable Kitchen is worth putting on the shortlist for Duck Meatball and BC Cheese Plate—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Best value
Contemporary • Kitsilano
LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano is worth putting on the shortlist for LPE Caesar and Press Burger—the two orders to build a first visit around.
Editorial details
Author: TastyPals Editorial Team
Published: July 21, 2026
Last updated: July 21, 2026
Last verified: July 21, 2026
Reviewed by: TastyPals Editorial Team
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How the restaurants compare
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Northern Cafe
Vancouver • Breakfast
4.9/5
9,020 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best overall for brunch
Mood
Casual
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Fable Kitchen
Vancouver • Restaurant
4.4/5
1,507 Google reviews
Price
value
Best for
Best for Duck Meatball
Mood
Casual
Google
LOCAL Public Eatery Kitsilano
Kitsilano • Contemporary
4.5/5
3,565 Google reviews
Price
value
Best for
Best value
Mood
Kitsilano
Google
Brunch Vancouver | Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant
Downtown • Breakfast
4.7/5
2,229 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best Downtown pick
Mood
Downtown
Google
Argo Cafe
Olympic Village • Breakfast
4.6/5
784 Google reviews
Price
moderate
Best for
Best Olympic Village pick
Mood
Olympic Village
Google
Sura Korean Royal Cuisine Restaurant Vancouver
Downtown • Korean
4.4/5
2,541 Google reviews
Price
value
Best for
Best value
Mood
Downtown
How we chose
We looked for restaurants that feel like a strong fit for the guide topic, not just the most obvious names in the city. The shortlist favors rooms with clear mood, dependable pacing, and enough distinction to help someone decide faster. Read our full methodology →
Room tone
Lighting, pace, and general energy all need to support the reason someone clicked this guide.
Food fit
We favored restaurants that feel best suited for the moment, not just restaurants with broad reputation.
Useful range
The final list tries to give readers enough variation in neighborhood, price, and style to compare real options.
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