13 top picks for healthy, quick eats in Vancouver
It’s one thing to say you want to eat healthier in the new year, and it’s a whole other thing to actually do it. Like many, some days we can’t be bothered to pack a lunch for work the next day, or would rather do anything than cook after a long day out.
For those occasions you want something quick and easy to eat, it can be so easy to default to whatever fast food chain is on the corner of your street. But fear not, because there are other options across the city that can offer you the same convenience, while also being much healthier.
To start the new year off on the right foot, we asked our readers for their top destinations for quick and healthy eats in and around Vancouver, and after going through your comments and messages, compiled some of the top answers.
Keep on reading to see which restaurants our readers think are the best for quick and healthy bites in Vancouver.
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Field & Social
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Field & Social, a.k.a. Vancouver’s original salad shop, has four locations in the city. Here, salads are the main focus, with the chain advertising that they serve “salads you’ll tell your friends about.” Plus, all of these salads are under $20, which, in this city, is not a bad deal for lunch at all.
You can also find sandwiches and grab-and-go options.
Address:Â Multiple locations
Hungry Zus
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Hungry Zus is a casual, Mediterranean eatery offering customizable bowls and pita wraps with all sorts of yummy toppings. While all the protein options are great, we’re quite fond of the falafels if you need a suggestion.
Address: 433 Granville St., Vancouver
Tractor
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Tractor has some incredible dine-in and takeout options featuring good, wholesome eats. Head to one of Tractor’s many locations to check out a long list of veggie salads, proteins from the grill, soups, stews, salads, and sandwiches.
Address:Â Multiple locations
Steve’s Poké Bar
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Another great spot for some fresh and tasty poké, you can choose from one of Steve’s pre-constructed bowls or create your own poké creation with its build-your-own bowl option. Be sure to load up on the veggies.
Address: Multiple locations
Illo Kimbap Cafe
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What makes Illo stand out in the kimbap scene is its exclusive use of handmade, non-processed ingredients and whole-grain rice. And while kimbap may be the start of the menu, it also offers sandwiches, bowls, soups, and more.
Address: 555 Clarke Rd. #2, Coquitlam
Glory Juice Co.
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Glory Juice Co. offers organic bowls, soups, smoothies, and treats among an awesome selection of juices and cleanses at its flagship location in Olympic Village.
Not close to the store? No worries. Glory Juice offers its products in stores all over the place.
Address:Â 78 East 2nd Ave., Vancouver
Superbaba
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After getting its start in Victoria, Superbaba first landed in Vancouver as a food truck and then eventually opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Mount Pleasant.
Here you’ll find modern takes on Middle Eastern classics with a variety of bowls and wraps to choose from.
Address:Â 2419 Main St., Vancouver
Railtown Cafe
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Railtown Cafe has an impressive selection of healthy, house-made dishes to choose from at all of its Vancouver locations. Fresh sandwiches, soups, and a make-your-own salad bar make this spot a great choice for healthy fast food.
Address:Â 397 Railway St., Vancouver
Address:Â 429 Granville St., Vancouver
Address:Â 968 Howe St., Vancouver
Ginger Sushi
Ginger Sushi boasts the use of “gluten-free soy sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, premium Japanese sushi rice, brown rice, black rice, and premium natural seaweed” in its rolls, all without the use of artificial coatings or preservatives.
Expect a selection of sushi rolls, teriyaki, donburi, noodle soups, and more.
Address:Â 1437 Commercial Dr., Vancouver
The Juice Truck
The Juice Truck has way more to offer Vancouverites than just its stellar cold-pressed drinks. Try the brand’s smoothie bowls, lunch bowls, spring rolls, and killer Caesar salad, and you’ll find yourself heading to the cafe and truck more than ever before.
Address:Â Multiple locations and vendors
TurF
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This fitness studio and shop also offers some great, mostly plant-based grub. TurF also offers vegan bakery goods and a coffee bar in Kitsilano.
Address: 2041 W 4th Ave., #101, Vancouver
Budgies
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Budgie’s menu is entirely vegetarian and can easily be made vegan with cheese and sour cream substitutes. They offer six signature burritos, from the classic Johnny O to creative meat alternatives in the Blair Stanley and Poser burritos.
Address: 44 Kingsway, Vancouver
Odd Burger
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While this might not be the healthiest item on our list, those who want to reduce how much meat they eat this year should head over to Odd Burger, where they serve vegan takes on iconic fast-food faves.
Address:Â 2821 Main St., Vancouver
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