It’s no secret that Vancouver is best place to live in the world. Heck, we know it, that’s why we live here! Vancouver has a lot going for it: there’s the majestic mountains, the ocean, the beaches, the parks, and the untamed wilderness at our doorstep.
But what makes Vancouver a truly great city is more than good looks and fortuitous geography. It’s the people who make this multicultural metropolis what it is today. It’s our friends, our families, our neighbours that make Vancouver the best place on Earth.
So for the 18th year in a row, Westender has asked you, the people of Vancouver, our readers, to tell us what makes this city so special. This year a record number of people took part in the online poll, proving once again that Vancouverites love their city, and they’re not afraid to say so.
Robert Mangelsdorf,
Editor
Index
Results
City-wide results
West End results
Downtown results
East Side results
West Side results
Winner profiles
Best Local Musician: Dan Mangan
Best Microbrewery: Parallel 49
Best Cheese Shop: La Grotta Del Formaggio
Best Toy Store: Granville Island Toy Co. & Kaboodles Toy Store
Best Lash Bar: Noir Lash Lounge
Best Tattoo/Piercing Studio: Gastown Tattoo Parlour
Best Sex/Erotic Shop: Womyn's Ware
Best Nightclub; Best Gay Bar: Celebrities
Best West End Fitness Facility: Denman Fitness
Best West End Fine Dining: Boulevard
Best Bartender; Best Downtown Bar: Lauren Mote at Uva
Best Downtown Coffee Shop: Revolver Coffee
Best Downtown Home Décor: Parliament Interiors
Best East Side Hidden Gem: Jackalope's Neighbourhood Dive
Best Game Store: Drexoll Games
Best West Side Breakfast: Sophie's Cosmic Café
Rants and Raves