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The Lunch Lady, Vancouver, BC
Award-winning

The Lunch Lady

4.7
4.7
915 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Vietnamese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
Enjoy award-winning Vietnamese street food in the heart of Commercial Drive! Lunch Lady is not your average pho joint – dishes showcasing the PNW’s best ingredients, craft cocktails, and Michelin quality service makes us a crowd favourite with locals and international guests alike. Come and discover our modern and soulful dishes that are distinctly authentic to Vietnam. We look forward to serving you!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–2:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:45 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 559-5938
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Benedict Lim
  • Catering
    We are pleased to announce that we are now offering catering! <br />To browse our catering menu, visit our website at thelunchlady.com. For all catering requests, please email info@thelunchlady.com. <br />Please note, 48 hours advance notice is required for all catering orders.
  • Private party facilities
    For all private dining and buyout requests, please email management@thelunchlady.com.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Commercial Drive
  • Cross Street
    Commercial Drive &amp; Napier St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 915 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lunch Lady in Vancouver is a must-visit spot for "seriously delicious food" and "exceptional service." Known for its flavorful Vietnamese dishes like "the octopus skewers" and "beef carpaccio," this vibrant eatery offers a cozy atmosphere. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

915 Reviews
  1. Douglas

    Seattle

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It has been fun to watch this place turn in to a “Destination” Hole In the Wall. Most affordable haute cuisine anywhere. The carpaccio is “eye rolling” fantastic. I need to return for dinner. The cocktail menu looks curious.

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  2. Rachel

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the food here!!! It’s my third time here and still loving it💖 brought my oversea friends and they loved it too

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  3. Yolanda

    Vancouver

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Busy but respected reservation time and served with a smile

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  4. Sandi

    Vancouver

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food in a friendly and bustling atmosphere!

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  5. WendyR

    Vancouver

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good, but very rich. Service was outstanding. My only complaint was the hightop seat, squished into the corner with tiny, super uncomfortable bar stool seating. For my $250+ I would expect at least a comfortable chair with a back, and preferably some warning that my reservation made far in advance would be seated in the bar and not at a regular table in the restaurant.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious. Every bite every sip can’t recommend highly enough. The service team was exceptional. Professional and proud of their product, excellent advice and recommendations and fantastic attention to every detail while truly engaging and friendly - helped make our evening truly memorable.

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  7. Kim

    Cincinnati

    126 reviews

    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always. Combines Vietnamese street food with a fine dining vibe. We had the roast chicken special, which was superb, house special fried rice, and pho. Everything was delicious. Pho-spiced old fashioned was a unique treat!

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  8. Fabian

    Edmonton

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Each service person went above and beyond to make sure you understood the menu and were comfortable. They were polite friendly like you were invited personally to visit. Definitely go again. Food was just as expected. Fantastic

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  9. TaylorG

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible!!! Will go back, the pork skewer vermicelli is fantastic

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  10. Julie

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Attentive and friendly service. Love it when staffs work as a team. Excellent food. I'll visit again when I'm in Vancouver.

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FAQs

The Lunch Lady offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Lunch Lady also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 559-5938.

The Lunch Lady is rated 4.7 stars by 915 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Lunch Lady

1046 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W9

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    Commercial Drive &amp; Napier St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Commercial Drive
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–2:30 pm Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:45 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Benedict Lim
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (604) 559-5938
  • Catering
    We are pleased to announce that we are now offering catering! <br />To browse our catering menu, visit our website at thelunchlady.com. For all catering requests, please email info@thelunchlady.com. <br />Please note, 48 hours advance notice is required for all catering orders.
  • Private party facilities
    For all private dining and buyout requests, please email management@thelunchlady.com.
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