CityMash.com - To say this winter has been ice cold is an understatement. The past few months of bone-numbing temperatures and limited daytime sunlight call for plates of creamy, carb-laden comfort food.
Dodge that worn out pile of dirty snow and head to these establishments for a piping hot serving of coziness.
Fable Diner
Hearty steak and eggs, perfectly proportioned BLTs, and thick, smooth milkshakes are just a few of the spectacularly executed offerings at the recently opened Fable Diner in the iconic Lee building at the corner of Main and Broadway (151 East Broadway). There are also some healthier and more unique (but equally satisfying) offerings at this family friendly spot, which is the sister restaurant to Fable on West 4th.
Purebread
Don’t let the name fool you—this Gastown bakery is about way more than bread (although their freshly baked bread offerings are scrumptious). It’s completely normal to feel a bit overwhelmed by the gigantic bakery case filled to the brim with every sweet, doughy treat imaginable. Enormous and thickly frosted cinnamon buns, refined lavender earl grey scones, and indulgent salted caramel bars are literally just a few of the many decadent offerings. In addition to the Gastown location at 159 West Hastings, Purebread also has two shops in Whistler to feed your comfort food cravings.
Meet on Main
To some, vegetarian comfort food may seem like an oxymoron, but they clearly haven’t tried the insanely delicious meat-free burgers or perfectly crispy fries and onion rings at veggie mecca Meet on Main (located at 4288 Main Street or new location Meet in Gastown at 12 Water Street). The relaxed vibe at Meet invites you to take off your coat, warm your soul, and forget about the rain, snow and ice.
Upstairs at Campagnolo
You may have visited Campagnolo in Strathcona for a tasty plate of Italian food, but did you know that tucked away above the restaurant is one of the most unique spots for comfort food in the city? Serving brunch as well as dinner, the appropriately named Upstairs at Campagnolo churns out delicious Southern-inspired dishes like free-range fried chicken and biscuits served with pimento cheese, bacon pancakes with bourbon-infused syrup and their classic dirty burger with American cheese which many consider one the best burgers in the city. Enter through the door on the right at 1020 Main Street.
Burgoo Bistro
No list of Vancouver restaurants serving comfort food would be complete without Burgoo. With several locations dotted around the city, including Point Grey, Kitsilano, North Vancouver and Mount Pleasant, there is no excuse to deny your soup and sandwich craving. Pair silky butternut squash or velvety tomato soup with one of the most decadent grilled cheese sandwiches ever conceived for a match made in heaven.
With all of these local comfort food options, you’re sure to find a special meal to warm your soul. Let us know which spots and dishes are your favourites!
