Grub, Vancouver

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  • Grub

    Maybe it’s the declining economy, the rising number of people hitting middle age and thus midlife crises, or the seemingly frequent natural disasters, but restaurants featuring upscale comfort food are on the rise. Or maybe locals are just craving, shall we say, uncomplicated fare. Whatever it may be, the number of inexpensive-but-still-hip cafés and eateries are indeed increasing.

    Take newcomer Grub, for recent example. This Main Street eatery is angling on making a tidy profit from of those with simple and hearty dining aspirations. Having started in the Toronto restaurant scene at Bar One, eventually opening her own place in Shanghai, restaurant owner Ling returned home to Vancouver, She spent some time working at other local spots like Public Lounge to get a feeling for the city. What she found was the need for reassurance in sustenance form; more than just meat and potatoes.

    The décor alone suggests nostalgia in its attempt to appeal to many generations. Multicolor flecked wallpaper reminds us of an old aunt's home, while cocoon-like chairs evoke a mod throwback to a simpler time. Blond wood tables are accented by a bright yellow wall-length bench, rounding out this kitschy mishmash of furnishings.

    Grub is all about hearty, healthy, and fresh food. The bar menu is a stable selection of antipasto platters including meat, vegetarian, and seafood options, as well as salads, such as lamb sausage with wilted swiss chard. The bar serves a plethora of throwback drinks such as the Casablanca, with gin and Spanish wine, or the Great Gatsby, with rosehip tea and brandy, served in a rose water coated glass. For a gathering, three types of punch are served in the requisite bowl with ladle and mini cups to help get your mind off of the rising cost of fuel.
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    8 Reader Reviews

    1. Janice Ian's Review :: August 27, 2008
    The fare here is outstanding, and the atmosphere is nice and has a quaint feel. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone in the area, looking to have quick bite.

    Janice Ian's Rating: 4 Stars
    2. Rick McMaster's Review :: July 22, 2008
    Not bad. Cute. But slightly overrated.



    Rick McMaster's Rating: 2 Stars
    3. Jen Daniels's Review :: June 24, 2008
    My husband and I live in Manhattan and came to Vancouver for the weekend. We absolutely loved this restaurant and the area. It's similar to Soho, but friendlier. What an amazing restaurant, what an amazing city! We will tell all of our friends about it!

    Jen Daniels's Rating: 4 Stars
    4. Dan Meister's Review :: June 11, 2008
    Hopefully they will get more seating ... and a little patio would be nice too. Congratulations Grub Chef!

    Dan Meister's Rating: 4 Stars
    5. Karen Allen's Review :: June 11, 2008
    Great little spot! The food was delicious and the service was attentive but not overbearring and the waiter was fun. My date started with the steak and almost fainted because it was so scrumptious. Everyone's meal was perfect however, more of a grazing than dining adventure.

    Karen Allen's Rating: 3 Stars
    6. Jen Tate's Review :: June 6, 2008
    We had a great time at Grub on Saturday! Thank you to Crub, and the entire staff for the outstanding service. The new executive chef has brought pizzazz to the menu, and everything was superb.


    Jen Tate's Rating: 4 Stars
    7. Dale Fuchs's Review :: June 5, 2008
    Grub is one of those places that you want to check out - in the beginning. Then you wonder why you ever set foot in the place to begin with. I won't go through every detail, but there does need to be some improvement if you want to survive in Vancouver. Grub is all show. Great looks inside and out. Let's implement that in the food team.

    Dale Fuchs's Rating: 2 Stars
    8. Foodie On The Run's Review :: May 30, 2008
    Loved the drinks extreamly well made.Loved the food had a pasta dish that was very home spun .The only disapointment was the dessert. Rubbery custard on top of a dry sponge with terrible ganache.
    Would recomend over all

    Foodie On The Run's Rating: 4 Stars
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    Grub

    Address

    4328 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

    Phone

    604-876-8671

    Area

    Main Street

    Cuisine

    International

    Venue

    Restaurant

    Hours

    Tue.
    Wed.
    and Sun.: 5-10
    Thu. to Sat.: 5-12

    Price

    $$ (Affordable)

    Payment

    Visa
    Debit
    Cash
    Restaurant

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