Urban Oasis
One block away from the busting Granville Street entertainment district, UnWine’d is a hidden treasure. This modern lounge is a perfect venue for a pre-club nosh and cocktail with a group of friends, an after-work drink with colleagues or a romantic dinner date.

Look Inn
Its central location, attached to the Holiday Inn between Yaletown and the West End, draws an eclectic crowd... more

Like a classic collector's cellar, this dark wood and brick arched restobar scores big with deals like Wine Wednesdays with $10 discounts on any bottle. The large room draws next door Holiday Inn crowd, but the offerings are sophisticated and well-portioned, and occasional live music loosens up the vibe. Delectable Venison chops atop a crispy, golden risotto cake are among the pleasers here,... more

A new, fairly priced room next door to the Holiday Inn, Unwine’d set industry fingers wagging (and tongues slagging) with its cheesy name when it opened a few years ago. But they doth protest too much. The wine list is better than most and the food has remained consistently adequate, with many small and shareable dishes that rise to impress. Try the New York “Loui-siana-style” strip loin ($24)... more