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Where to Eat in Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8: Pacific Oysters
This guide turns 48 Hours Eating Vancouver's BEST Food! from Only Scrans into a practical restaurant map with 6 saved spots around Vancouver, Central Vancouver, and New Westminster. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a market. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Only Scrans declared Vancouver the best place for Asian food outside of Asia and was particularly stunned by the 'butter beef' at Phnom Penh, describing it as a melting revelation. He highlighted Fanny Bay Oysters as the best pre-match meal in world football due to its proximity to the stadium and the freshness of its tide-to-table produce.
What this map is good for
- Planning a cambodian restaurant stop or short itinerary in Vancouver.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 6 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Anny's Dairy Bar
Family Restaurant in 722 6th St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C5, Canada, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C5, Canada
Price level: Medium - Tom Sushi
Sushi Restaurant in 1175 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N2, Canada, Central Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Mortadella
Restaurant in 915 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8, Canada, Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8, Canada
Price level: Medium - Phnom Penh Restaurant
Cambodian Restaurant in 244 E Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1Z7, Canada, Strathcona, British Columbia, Canada
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market
Market in 762 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V6B 2P2, Canada, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P2, Canada
Price level: Cheap - Downlow Chicken Shack
Chicken Restaurant in 905 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 2H2, Canada, Vancouver, BC V5L 2H2, Canada
Price level: High
Food notes from the video
- Pacific oysters
- smoked mussels
- Dungeness crab
- geoduck sashimi
- scallop gazpacho
- seafood paella
- Phnom Penh chicken wings
- beef look lak
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- visited Fanny Bay Oysters farm-to-table restaurant
- interviewed a fifth-generation shellfish farmer
- struggled with the skill of eating crab
- explored Vancouver's Chinatown district
- dined at the historic Phnom Penh restaurant
- met third-generation chef Murray Huynh
- discussed the upcoming 2026 World Cup with locals
Planning notes for Vancouver
Vancouver is situated on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. The city was incorporated in 1886, shortly before the Great Vancouver Fire destroyed most of its initial structures. Historical Heritage and Architecture The Gastown district contains a concentration of 1880s Victorian-style architecture, cobblestone streets, and the 1977-built steam clock. The Hastings Mill Store.
Must-try foods nearby
- Japadog
A quintessential Vancouver street food, this Japanese-style hot dog blends North American comfort with toppings like teriyaki sauce, kewpie mayo, bonito flakes. - Salmon Candy
Deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions of the Pacific Northwest, this snack consists of wild Pacific salmon that is smoked, cured, and glazed with maple syrup or brown sugar. - Aburi Salmon Oshi Sushi
Pioneered in Vancouver by Miku and Minami, this pressed sushi features layers of sockeye salmon and a signature sauce, flame-seared with charcoal to create a creamy. - B.C. Roll
Invented in Vancouver in 1974 by legendary chef Hidekazu Tojo, this roll highlights local ingredients with barbecued salmon skin and cucumber. - Dungeness Crab
A seasonal Pacific Northwest delicacy prized for its sweet, tender meat. In Vancouver.
When to go: The best time to visit Vancouver is from July to September, when the weather is warmest and most reliable for outdoor activities. While summer offers the best sunshine, it is also peak tourist season with higher prices.
Local tips
- Use the SkyTrain's Canada Line for a fast and cost-effective 25-minute connection between Vancouver International Airport and the downtown core.
- Expect to tip between 15% and 20% at sit-down restaurants, as this is the standard social expectation for service in the city.
- Always carry a compact umbrella or a waterproof shell, as Vancouver’s coastal climate can bring sudden rain showers at any time of year.
- Stand on the right side of escalators in transit stations to allow commuters to pass on the left, which is a strictly observed local etiquette.
What travelers are noticing
- Oakridge Park Grand Opening: The massive $6.5 billion redevelopment officially opens May 28, 2026, featuring a 9-acre rooftop park and a 50,000-square-foot Time Out Market.
- FIFA World Cup Fever: Vancouver is buzzing as a host city for 7 matches, with Science World transforming into a giant soccer ball and a 28-day Fan Festival at the PNE.
- Viral Foodie Openings: Global icons like BAPE (first Canadian store), Dave’s Hot Chicken, and the permanent home of viral pop-up Emeri Matcha are the city's latest 'it' spots.
Extra place context
- Phnom Penh
Known for: Phnom Penh Chicken Wings. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Phnom Penh Chicken Wings
Official tourism resource
Destination Vancouver is the official destination marketing and management organization for the city of Vancouver, British Columbia.
Planning questions
Where did Only Scrans eat in Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8?
This guide maps all 6 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8.
What are the must-try foods in Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8?
Creator picks from the video include Pacific oysters, smoked mussels, Dungeness crab, geoduck sashimi. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.