Looking to break out of a rut? Contributor Lee-Anne Ekland has the scoop on a fun and funky area that provides the perfect answer for where to shop in Vancouver.

Get to Know your Vancouver Neighbourhoods

I’ve lived in Vancouver most of my life and I’m still surprised by how many neighbourhoods offer unique restaurants and shops that I haven’t seen. I spent most of the past decade in and around Kitsilano and West 4th Avenue and thought that was more than I needed to get my dose of what Vancouver is all about. I am starting to see a entirely new and much more diverse part of town now that I’ve moved a few kilometres east. There are pockets of quaintness and coolness all over the east side that Vancouverites have been quietly enjoying all to themselves.

The secret is out, because here at VancouverMom.ca we have the scoop on what’s amazing and unique about what our lovely city has to offer. Get ready to explore one of my new favourite neighbourhoods.

Discover Where to Shop in Vancouver

Right at the corner of Fraser Street and Kingsway there is a little neighbourhood that in summer you’d probably drive right by because of the gigantic trees that partially shade this part of 15th Avenue.

You’ll find a diverse array of shops and eats on this stretch of East 15th Avenue. If you’re wondering where to shop in Vancouver – or where to eat – you’ll want to check them out!

Spool of Thread

Helpful staff, Sewing classes, machine rentals and one of a kind fabrics imported from all over the world name a few of the services and goods you can find here.

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649 E 15th Avenue, 604-879-3031
Opens at 11:00am daily, closes at 6:30pm Tuesday and Wednesday, 7:30pm Thursday, 5:00pm Friday and Sunday, and 6:00pm Friday

Les Faux Bourgeoius Bistro

Open for dinner only, I’m told this French restaurant is to die for and they’ve two current awards worth mentioning here – Best Bistro & Best French Categories from The Georgia Straight, and Best French from The Westender.

www.lesfauxbourgeois.com

663 E 15th Avenue, 604-873-9733
Open 5:30pm – 12:00am Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00 – 10:00pm Sunday

Precious and Few

This is one of the cutest children’s clothing shops I’ve seen in a while. Everything is so delightfully quaint and pretty, I was tempted to buy one of the precious little dresses and I don’t even have a little girl. The prices are very reasonable and the quality high, making it a great answer for where to shop in Vancouver for kids’ clothes.

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623 E 15th Avenue, 604-879-1137

Open 11:00am – 6:00pm Monday through Saturday, 11:00am – 5:00pm Sunday

Clayzone Ceramics Gallery

Kid’s art camps, one on one classes and studio time for moms and kids too.

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661 E 15th Avenue, 604-568-1582

Collage Collage

Art studio and shop. Buy a book, take a class, find inspiration and make something special together.

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621 E 15th Avenue, 604.569.1929
Open 11:00am – 6:00pm Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 – 5:00pm Sunday – see schedule for class details

The Lion’s Den Cafe

Enjoy a kid-friendly Vancouver meal outside under the shade of these lovely old trees along East 15th Avenue. Serving surprisingly delicious Carribean Japanese fusion cuisine, this little gem of a cafe has more than it’s share of quirkiness (the owner’s a hoot) and curried chicken so tender it falls off the bone.

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651 E 15th Avenue, 604-873-4555

The Gluten Free Epicurean

Whether you’re gluten-free or not, you’ll love what this little bakery has on offer. For the full scoop, read our review.

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633 E 15th Avenue, 604-876-4114

Matchstick Coffee Roasters

You’ll find lots of space for strollers and a space that’s perfect for larger groups of moms at their long table. Plus their coffee is so good, other coffee shops sell it. We’ve reviewed this one, too!

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639 E 15th Avenue, 604-558-0639

Studiotique

 
Screen-printing, embroidery, Direct to Garment (DTG), stickers, creative, custom clothing, and lots on offer for a buck.

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617 E 15th Ave, 604-736-5651
Open from 10:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday, or by appointment

When you’re looking for neighbourhoods that have character and an original answer for where to shop in Vancouver, we have the inside track.

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