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$$ Gyoza King, 1508 Robson, T 6698278. Daily 1730-0100, Sat-Sun 1130-1500. Dark, atmospheric and very popular spot for small Japanese dishes and sake. $$ Just One Thai Bistro, 1103 Denman, T 6858989. 1130-2230. One of the more consistently praised Thai options in town. $$ Romano's Macaroni Grill, 1523 Davie, T 6894334. Sun-Thu 1200-2200, Fri-Sat 1200-2300. Just another pasta and seafood joint, but housed in the spectacular Gabriola Mansion, a grand old stone house, with high ceilings, ornate fireplace, stained glass and plush furnishings. Surroundings fit for royalty at a price anyone can afford. $$ Sami's, 1795 Pendrell (also 3365 Cambie, T 8723366), T 9157264. Tue-Thu and Sun 1700-2200, Fri-Sat 1700-2300, closed Mon. Small up-tempo favourites serving innovative Indian fusion food such as saffron-scented seafood paella or fire-roasted coriander salmon. $$ Tanpopo, 1122 Denman, T 6817777. 1130-2200. About the best of the mid-range sushi houses, and certainly the choice for all-you-can-eat. $$ Tapastree, 1829 Robson, T 6064680. Sun-Thu 1700-2230, Fri-Sat 1700-2330. Large, casual but elegant space filled with tasteful art and a patio in front. Varied menu of wonderful tapas, maybe the best in town, at around $10 each. $ Hon's Wun-Tun House, 1339 Robson, T 6850871. 1100-2300. Incredibly huge and bustling, very popular. Same menu as in Chinatown, same cheap prices. Huge servings of authentic Szechwan food prepared in an open kitchen. $ Café Luxy, 1235 Davie, T 6695899. Mon-Fri 1100-2230, Sat-Sun 1000-2230. Broad range of homemade pasta dishes served with Caesar salad and garlic bread for about $11. $ Stepho's Greek Taverna, 1124 Davie, T 6832555. 1130-2330. Not much to look at, but some of the best Greek food in town, generous portions and prices. Be prepared to queue.
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