4 Burnaby restaurants to try right now

Burnaby’s foodie scene often goes overlooked, and unfortunately, that’s what happened with Canada’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2023, published by Yelp. 

The national ranking, compiled by the crowd-sourced review company, was revealed on January 25 and is based on its user community’s reviews of spots across Canada.

Sadly, no Burnaby eateries made the list this year—but in 2022, four local spots in the city made the cut.

So, in the spirit of celebrating Burnaby’s fabulous food scene, here are some local picks (that we still think have merit as the top spots in the country) worth checking out for your next meal.

Sidenote: if you are looking for a nearby eatery that did make the 2023 list, check out New Wesminster’s BANH Mi BAR at 722 Carnarvon St., which placed 17th.

Siam Le Bien

Fans of this spot rave about it being some of the best Thai food in Metro Vancouver. Some favourite dishes include shrimp cakes, crispy pork belly, green curry, and traditional Thai salad. Prices are reasonable and service is known to be impeccable.

Address: 4217 Hastings St

Takara Sushi

This tiny eatery is known as a local gem for its delicious sushi and sashimi. Please note, Takara is very small, so expect a wait. They do not take reservations.

Address: 3726 Canada Way

Cayenne Bistro & Grill

This family-owned gem at 7677 6th St serves up the very best of East African and Indian fusion cuisine. From bhajia to mogo, piri piri to tandoori, and traditional Hyderabadi to East African-style biryani, there's something here for everyone.

Address: 7677 6th St.

Chad Thai

Chad Thai serves up authentic Thai eats cooked with love. The tiny eatery packs a punch of flavour into its dishes. This spot also serves up a popular lunch special that comes with an appetizer and soup.

Address: 4010 E Hastings St.

With files from Vikki Hui and Srushti Gangdev.