Granville Island is a destination that should be at the top of the list of places to experience when you are visiting our wonderful city of Vancouver.
Granville Island has become one of the most well known cultural hubs of the city and it never ceases to please. It is known for its bustling Public Market, it is home to a wide selection of eclectic cute shops, boutique stores & plenty of Arts & crafts to enjoy. It is also the home of the Emily Carr Art university – however this university will be moving to a new location off the island in the not too distant future.
Through out the year rain or shine you will not be short of street entertainment down on the Island as it is also home to great theatres whee you can watch live music, comedy and plenty of improve entertainment – on the streets itself you will be greeted with buskers of all walks of life ready to make your trip to the island a memorable one.
Sunset Inn and Suites staff top picks
The staff at the hotel all have their various favorate spots to dine and hang out on the island, please read on to see what we feel you should not miss when you are down on the Granville Island.
DINING OUT
Our top pick for dining out and live entertainment all under one roof is the The Sandbar restaurant which is located next door to the Granville Island Public Market.
The food at the Sandbar is absolutely delicious and varied. It has regular Bar favorates such as amazing Seafood, burgers, sandwiches and Salads – there is also an great Sushi Bar and specialised seafood items such as Crab and lobster. They also have a fantastic patio that overlooks False Creek, the downtown Vancouver skyline and the iconic Burrard bridge as a backdrop.
Sandbar Specials and Events
Mussel Mania
Enjoy a bucket of fresh mussels, fries and a cold pint of Granville Island brew in our Teredo Lounge! Join us for Mussel Mania, Monday to Friday, from 3 – 6pm – all for $12! The perfect way to wind down after work, enjoy this special offer!
Sandbar Menu: https://www.vancouverdine.com/sandbar/menus/brunch-0
Live Music 7 Nights a Week!
In the heart of Granville Island, you’ll find the Sandbar Seafood Restaurant – Vancouver’s top spot for dinner and dancing. The Teredo Lounge is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some tunes with good friends. Overlooking the waterways of False Creek and offering live music seven nights a week, are only some of many reasons why The Sandbar has won “Best Restaurant to Take Out-Of-Town Guests” several years in a row. So, join us any night of the week for good food, good music and a great time!
GRANVILLE ISLAND PUBLIC MARKET & DAY VENDORS
The Day Vendors of the Granville Island Public Market invite you to experience a diverse array of BC’s finest in craft, art and artisan created foods! We are the artists, craftspeople, farm and food artisans located in booths throughout the Market. We offer diverse, high-quality handmade and local products – all created, grown or produced by the vendor.
The Public Market Day Vendors are some of the finest in their fields. Many are award-winning, full-time professionals, and all pass through a stringent process in order to sell their work in the Market. We have something for everyone, every day:
Fine jewelry
Fine art and photography
Functional and decorative ceramics
Fashion accessories: hats, bags, and silks
Fused and stained glass
Handmade soaps, lotions, and bath products
Delicious jams, preserves, sauces, and treats
…and much, much more!
Operating on a rotating schedule, the mix of vendors changes every week – there are always new creations to discover.
Granville Island Website: http://granvilleisland.com/public-market
Not only is Granville Island a prime spot for dining there is plenty of other entertainment to occupy yourself from Theatre to comedy and plenty of Street buskers to delight the crowds on these hot summer days.
For further information regarding the Island please speak to the front desk staff.
