Best tapas in Vancouver

Bodega on Main

http://www.bodegaonmain.ca/

Situated on the cusp of Chinatown and Strathcona, Bodega on Main (the reincarnation of Howe Street’s La Bodega) offers patrons an assortment of hot and cold tapas.

España

http://www.espanarestaurant.ca/

Regardless of whether you grab a table or a seat at the bar, the food and overall dining experience at this warm and welcoming tapas bar on Denman Street will be thoroughly enjoyable.

The Sardine Can

http://thesardinecan.ca/

Open daily, this Powell Street haunt serves a variety of classic Spanish tapas dishes (think chorizo chucks, spicy garlic prawns, smoked sardines, and tartare of tuna), and an all-Spanish beer, sherry, wine, and brandy list.

El Matador

http://www.elmatador.ca/

This casual North Shore eatery, situated slightly off the beaten track, is a great to spot to drop by for light snack with wine or a more filling meal.

Bin 941 Tapas Parlour

http://www.bin941.com/

Operating for over 17 years, this funky Davie Village eatery, has a vibrant atmosphere and is the ideal spot for drink and some tasty tapas.

Chicha

http://www.chicharestaurant.com/

You won’t find traditional Spanish tapas items on the menu at this East Broadway restaurant, but you will find Peruvian-inspired dishes

Cuchillo

http://www.cuchillo.ca/

This industrial chic restaurant prides itself on serving modern Pan-Latin tapas, with unique and classic accompanying cocktail creations.

Baru Latino

http://www.barulatino.com/

Point Grey’s Baru Latino is a chic dining destination serving a variety of tapas dishes, tacos, and other Pan-Latin fare.

Ten Ten Tapas

http://www.tententapas.com/

Those wanting to enjoy the best of both worlds of food and drink, should make a point to drop by this Beach Avenue restaurant.

Kino Cafe Flamenco Tapas Bar

http://www.kinocafe.ca/

Hot and cold tapas are not the only alluring factors at this Cambie Street tapas bar. The intimate venue also plays host to a variety shows throughout the week.