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Artspeak Gallery


Contemporary and illuminating
233 Carrall St
(Near Cordova)
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2
Canada
+1 604 688 0051
http://www.artspeak.ca/
If you want to look at intriguing modern art, stop by this cutting edge gallery. The connection between visual art and language is explored through contemporary art at this 15-year-old space. Owned and run by a group of diverse artists, it exhibits many up-and-comers and encourages unknown artists to show their work. Along with exhibits, it also hosts discussions, creates publications and puts on other events. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Gastown Comedy Store


Buy laughs here
19 Water St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A1
Canada
+1 604 682 1727
This comedy venue is not a store, but you're welcome to browse their selection of improv, stand up, dinner theater and magic. See performers like the Rubber Chicken Guy and the Ribbed for Their Pleasure Improv Troupe amuse the audiences who enjoy the large space and fully-stocked bar. Events vary, call for details on the club's schedule.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Irish Heather


Good food, old country atmosphere
217 Carrall St
Vancouver, BC V6B 2J2
Canada
+1 604 688 9779
http://www.irishheather.com/ih...
This welcoming Gastown bistro is as close as you will get to Dublin in Vancouver. Specializing in whiskey and beer, it has been raved about since opening in 1998. Sit down to a small meal of Baked Hazelnut Crusted Goat Cheese (CAD7), or go for the bigger and more classic Bangers and Mash (CAD14). Dinners range from CAD13 to CAD18. Even James Joyce's favourite sandwich is on the menu. Enjoy live music that will keep your eyes smiling, whether they are Irish or not. Oddly enough the lunch menu becomes available again each night from 10PM-midnight.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Irish Heather photo by Uncle Weed
Photo: Uncle Weed
Irish Heather photo by Mark Beck
Photo: Mark Beck
Irish Heather photo by Mike Crowhurst
Photo: Mike Crowhurst
Irish Heather photo by Jordan Yerman
Photo: Jordan Yerman
Irish Heather photo by Adrian Crook
Photo: Adrian Crook
Irish Heather photo by Ian
Photo: Ian
Irish Heather photo by Dave
Photo: Dave
 

 
Red Room


Dance the night away in this spacious club
398 Richards St
Vancouver, BC
Canada
+1 604 687 5007
http://redroomonrichards.com/
Whether you want to hear Latin tunes, house music or see a live band perform, the Red Room offers it all, booking a diverse body of local talent. Hundreds of people pile into the club to dance under the multi-colored strobe lights, drink from multiple bars, and even play pool in a side room. Party people often flock here to see up and coming and established DJs spin on the weekends. Don't be surprised to see swinging glow sticks and candy suckers.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Red Room photo by Eilene Sabourin
Photo: Eilene Sabourin
Red Room photo by Hanson
Photo: Hanson
Red Room photo by Eilene Sabourin
Photo: Eilene Sabourin
Red Room photo by Ryan Pears
Photo: Ryan Pears
 

 
Sonar


Popular electronica dance club
66 Water St
(near Abbott)
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4
Canada
+1 604 683 6695
http://www.sonar.bc.ca
This club has transformed itself into the city's centre for techno and house beats. It has even been rated by Britain's Ministry magazine as one of the top 20 dance clubs in the world. The two-storey building is partitioned into a lounge and dance floor. The upper level contains a more intimate environment, with couches and chairs for chatting. The main floor has a large dance floor with strobe lighting. It is a regular haunt for ravers and techno-heads, with the cover charge set at about CAD10.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
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