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- Treker650Kaysville, UT162 contributionsJoined the Granville Island Market Food Tour and had a wonderful time. We had a very nice tour guide who answered all of our questions. We wondered it there would be enough food for a meal but surprisingly, we were very full to the point that we could not have eaten one more bite. The food was delicious and we enjoyed the stories. Both my daughter and I would recommend this activity to others.
Parking in the morning was ample however by noon it was sparse.Written November 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - extravelagentHonolulu, HI385 contributionsSuper fun place! Glad we visited the Public market! The clam chowder with the filo cover was oh so good and kept us warm on a cold day. Also had lots of almond croissants, pastries, smoothies, coffee from all the stalls (can't remember them all).
Prices are decent and although we went during the week, it was still busy and a fun vibe. Only thing I wished was that there was more indoor seating. We had to eat out clam chowder outside and it was kind cold. I'm sure during the summer it's quite nice outside though. Overall it's definitely a must do when in Vancouver. Uber drop off and pick up was easy, plenty of bathrooms hahahaWritten December 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jim ERedondo Beach, CA50 contributionsPaid $19.00 for a day pass and it was more than worth the price, started off heading to Granville Island, spent a few hours looking around caught the Aquabus to all of the other stops got off and looked around at each stop, got on again and moved to the next one. Longest wait for a ride was less than 5 minutes. Staff was very friendly, ride was smooth. Great way to get around False Creek for some sightseeing.
Highly recommended.Written October 5, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Rachel SAuckland Central, New Zealand7 contributionsWe decided to sample some of the beers on offer. We chose the ten 5oz beer selection. This gave us the chance to try beers we would have been unlikely to otherwise order. It was a great little spot.Written April 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WeimerunnrPasadena, CA162 contributionsOutstanding drinks. Great service. Wonderful views of the Market.
We stopped for afternoon cocktails while visiting the market.Written October 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lenka K1 contributionAwesome place. So many talented people at one place. Able to experience different mediums from multiple artists. Amazing to find original gifts for reasonable price. Once you walk in - you trully feels welcome. I agree totally - "The variety and quality of items they have makes this a fascinating place to support local artists. "
Perfect location too - now with available parking.Written November 19, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - on_the_go_98765Tucson18,350 contributionsWhat you see is, well, what you get from the experience. There are actually 2 distinctly different perspectives. Up above, crossing the bridge with the mass of humanity (presumably trying to get to work) a closer look shares an historical perspective. We did not travel by car above as our perspective was more water-level oriented (via False Creek ferries).
But did you know this 1932 era bridge (it has been updated so breathe easier as you transverse it) gives its "propers" (i.e. recognition due) to the brave BC soldiers who served the country and the world during WW II.
If you cross the bridge (street level) then you will see the lighted braziers to remind us all of the heat and light the soldiers would have had as their mainstays at that time. Burn those braziers forever and never let us forget the sacrifice of your kin.
However, from the underside of the bridge (think False Creek here), we see a different view of this 75+ year old beauty with many stories to share. Just as a reminder, the bridge has had attention paid to its infrastructure. Let it rest there. Believe it is whole and will endure. Don't think twice about it as you travel across the span.
Captain Vancouver and Sir Henry Burrard-Neale are the "heavies" for which this span is so named. These were British officers/soldiers (no surprise there, this is Canada after all) and, surprisingly, they both died at about age 40.
A discovery here and there amongst them, a recognition well deserved, and the end-game is Vancouver bears Captain Vancouver's name. And so be it. Winners get to write history.
Fast-forward to today: the bridge is a beauty when viewed from water level (courtesy of the ferry system) and the Art Deco design on display is pure delight. Brush all the politics aside, enjoy the vista from the underside of the bridge as it welcomes the great sea into the False Creek waterway.Written August 27, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - jaybird135Los Angeles, CA39 contributionsBenton is a great place if you love cheese. They have a decent variety that includes cheeses from all over the globe. The staff are knowledgeable and great with answering questions about differences among the cheeses. Definitely stop by this shop when visiting the Granville Island Public Market.Written January 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- getawaysMaui, HI2,794 contributionsNice street of shops, restaurants, and ethnic groceries.
Street parking.
Very interesting mix of shops.
After shopping here we went to Granville Market.Written October 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Beckie D125 contributionsThis wad a destination gallery for us, in the touristy area of Granville island. The artwork was incredible with a wide range of media and knowledgeable staff. Well worth a visit.Written October 2, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- on_the_go_98765Tucson18,350 contributionsSince our first visit here 2 years ago, not much (if anything) has changed. Although it wasn't all that crowded (Canada first opens its borders to Americans on Aug. 9th), with visitors/shoppers, everything seemed really packed tight, like sardines in a tin.
I think we would have done some serious shopping if we could have waded through the excessive quantity of merchandise. Sometimes less is really best.Written August 29, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BKKPeterBangkok, Thailand430 contributionsI've written before about Masa Shiroki at Granville Island's Artisan Sake Maker. Making use of Vancouver's "super soft" water he's been producing some very nice products (and they're fresh). It's worth your time at Granville Island to pop over to Railspur and do a light tasting with him.
But this is more of a focus on one of his newer products.
I've long been a big fan of his Osake Junmai Sparkling. For me, it's the best of the sparkling sake out there, at least of what I've tasted in Canada, the US, and Thailand. And that's a head on comparison of similar products.
Mirai is something different. Here Masa is trying to develop something to compete more against sparkling wines than against sake. The result is interesting, and well worth drinking.
My notes from the tasting gie some guidance.
First impression in the glass is a storm of bubbles. There's a slight aroma of tropical fruits - papaya, banana.
In the mouth there's a first tang of yeast, and then a thick umami mouth that gets quickly cut up by the bubbles. The flavour blossoms in your mouth after a few seconds. The expression is neutral - not sweet, not dry.
The side of the tongue and the top back of the mouth respond to the blossom, and hold it there for a long finish, lingering on the top of the palate. It hangs around, remind you it's there.
This would match very well with most of the things you would take champagne with, and might be a bit more versatile in that it can easily complement rice dishes, which can be tricky with some grape based sparkling.
Me, I'd be happy having this with sevruga caviar, the fish and salt being a good complement. We drank it with a mushroom risotto, and the result was quite satisfying.
Where it wouldn't work would be with particularly strong flavours (Thai curries for example)
As a production note, this is a corked sparkling. Summerhill in the Okanogan is doing the final stage of this product and handling the bottling.
Overall, this is good company for Japanese or Western cuisine.Written December 3, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mimiinthecity0407Richfield, MN372 contributionsImagine how fun it is to have a tap room in an unexpected location! The food was more gourmet than expected, too. Beer was very good and cold. We had the chicken wings and margarita pizza.Written August 16, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Madison H1 contributionBeen three times now and can't wait to go back. Love the actors, production team and the atmosphere so much. Everyone is so talented. Favourite Vancouver activity!Written November 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- view_h0undSan Francisco, CA26 contributionsA charming space on South Granville sells beautiful First Nations art. There is a good range of different items, but overall the selection focuses on quality not quantity. On several visits the owner and staff were gracious and knowledgeable, and both friendly and unobtrusive.Written November 17, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
