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browns and turkey sausage. Lunch delivers soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps, and
there's a always a BC craft beer or two if you need to crank it up from coffee.
In summer, sip your Americano outside and watch the Granville Island world go by.
It can be busy here, so grab your table before ordering at the counter.
TONY'S FISH & OYSTER CAFE
SEAFOOD
$$
(
www.tonysfish-granvilleisland.com
; 1511 Anderson St; mains $8-23; 11:30am-8:30pm Mon-
Sat, to 8pm Sun, reduced hours in winter; 50)
A chatty spot where Vancouverites bring
visitors to eat when they take them to Granville Island, this tiny checkered-tablecloth
joint serves great fish and chips, along with generous dollops of house-made coleslaw
and tartar sauce. The food is good value, and it's not just about fish and chips: the
BBQ-sauced oyster burger is almost a local legend. Service is fast and friendly.
Those seafood fans not craving the deep-fried route will also find some good fresh
alternatives here, from hearty clam chowder to fresh-shucked oysters and steamed mus-
sels. Appropriately, the beer selection includes several from Granville Island Brewing,
which is just across the street.
EDIBLE CANADA AT THE MARKET
WEST COAST
$$
( 604-682-6681;
www.ediblecanada.com/bistro
; 1596 Johnston St; mains $18-29;
11am-9pm Mon-Thu, to 10pm Fri-Sun, reduced hours in winter; 50)
Granville Island's most
popular bistro (book ahead) delivers a short but tempting menu of seasonal dishes from
across Canada, often including perfectly prepared Alberta beef, Newfoundland fish and
several BC treats (look out for slow-roasted pork belly). Consider sharing some small
plates if you're feeling adventurous, and perhaps top it off with a naughty maple-sugar
pie for dessert and a glass of ice wine.
Service is warm and friendly here, and the 'best of Canada' approach that pervades
the menu is extended to the drinks list: there's a tasty array of craft beers plus a great
wine list featuring large and lesser-known wineries from across the country. Check out
the shop of artisan food treats at the back of the restaurant before you leave and con-
sider one of the tours of the nearby Public Market. Also a popular spot for weekend
brunch; wild mushroom Benedict is recommended.
