Best places to cheers with a beer in Vancouver’s Chinatown

Vancouver’s Chinatown is Canada’s largest. It offers rich history, heritage and character, making it an area full of must-visit spots. Whether you’re looking for a place to spend an afternoon sharing brews with pals or an intimate spot to catch dinner and drinks for date night, we give you the best places in Chinatown to grab a beer. [Photo credit: iStock/OkorokovaNatalya]

Caffe Brixton

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212 Georgia St E, Vancouver, BC V6A 1Z7

Tucked away a block from Main Street on East Georgia, Caffé Brixton is a low-key neighbourhood gem. Open late seven days a week, Caffé Brixton serves up fresh salads, sandwiches and pastries alongside a variety of local craft beers. Sip your brew while you make new friends at the long, communal table – or people watch with your drink from the counter along the window.

The Keefer Bar

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135 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3

With a dark and lavish interior, The Keefer Bar on Keefer Street is a glamorous locale that’s perfect for a chic date. While The Keefer is renowned for their specialty cocktails, they also serve a wide selection of local and import beers to satisfy any taste. Go for a local favourite like Parallel 49’s Gypsy Tears Ruby Ale or try an Asian-style lager like a Lucky Buddha.

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185 Keefer St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1X3

Located in the heart of Chinatown on Keefer and Main, Juniper offers fresh, Cascadian-inspired, seasonal food in a contemporary space filled with copper, concrete, beech wood and steel. On tap, you’ll find a rotating selection of regional sips like 33 Acres’ Sunshine Blanche, Dageraad’s Belgian Amber Ale and Strange Fellows’ Talisman Pale Ale.

The Cobalt

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917 Main St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2V8

A part of the Vancouver late night scene for more than a century, The Cobalt is a distinctive arts and entertainment venue with plenty of personality. With 12 rotating taps featuring a variety of craft beers, there’s always a delicious local or import brew to try at The Cobalt.

Want to grab a brew with friends? East Vancouver’s Strathcona offers a unique mix of old and new architecture, traditions and eateries – making it a fun area to find a spot to cheers. Here are a few of the best places to sip a beer in Strathcona. [Photo credit: iStock/LeszekCzerwonka]
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