Restaurants
Eat The City: Granville and Broadway
By Jesse Spencer published Oct 1, 2010
Cru
1459 W. Broadway, 604-677-4111. Cru.ca
The room is small and a bit dated, which makes it easy to overlook. But the brief menu is perfect, and it’s just the spot for a quiet business lunch.
Most popular
Duck leg confit, with bacon vinaigrette, spätzle, and goat cheese hash.
Chef’s pick
Pan-seared Qualicum Bay scallops, on lentils and pancetta with lime aioli.
My favourite
Green pea risotto—springtime in a bowl, topped with parmesan.
Rangoli
1488 W. 11 Ave., 604-736-5711. Vijsrangoli.ca
All of the elegant, nouveau-Indian flavours found next door at Vij’s, minus the lineups.
Most popular
Portobello mushroom and bell pepper curry on paneer
Chef’s pick
Goat meat and jackfruit curry.
My favourite
The people don’t lie. I second the portobello mushroom curry vote—it’s creamy and delicately warm, complemented by a refreshing diced beet salad.
