Vancouver, Washington often gets confused with its Canadian namesake or lumped into the greater Portland area, but this city, just north of Portland, is developing its own culinary identity. The Vancouver Waterfront, filled with Washington wine tasting rooms and regional chain restaurants, draws curious visitors for local businesses like Kafiex Coffee Roasters, Dos Alas Latin Kitchen and Tequila Bar, and Pop Local. Nonetheless, it’s downtown Vancouver, only a few blocks away from this shiny new development, which remains the beating heart of this city and the place where most of essential dining spots reside. And farther from the city center, Vancouver’s International District stretches across Fourth Plain Boulevard featuring restaurants (including Su Casa Marquez listed below), bars, grocery stores, and bakeries serving delicacies from around the world.
This list includes the restaurants, food carts, and bars — new and old — that have become the crown jewels of the city, from Hazel Dell to Fisher’s Landing. For more Vancouver dining, check out our happy hour, brewery, and kid-friendly dining guides.
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