Meinhardt Fine Foods Vancouver

Gourmet lunch spot

Samantha from Vancouver

""Meinhardt Fine Foods" in Vancouver is my go-to for an affordable, delicious lunch. I'm usually not a fan of buffet-style meals, but it's an exception..."

Meinhardt Fine Foods is a great place to visit for a quick lunch or some top quality snacks. It’s unassuming from the outside, and many people don’t realize it’s more than just a grocery store. Meinhardt is located right in the heart of downtown Vancouver, easily accessible if you’re shopping on Robson or taking a walk along the waterfront. Meinhardt is made up of a couple different sections: the buffet section, the salad, sandwiches and pastry section, and the refrigerated goods section.

I’m usually not a fan of buffet-style meals, but theirs is my go-to for an affordable, delicious lunch. Little do many people realize that they have some of the best Indian food in the downtown area! Their meal options are veggie-friendly as well: my favourite picks are the chana masala and eggplant dhal. You pay for goods from the buffet and salad sections by weight, but they also have a delicious array of refrigerated goods from the Meinhardt brand. If you’re not looking for a meal, they also carry a lot of different gourmet snacks and drinks. I’d definitely recommend dropping by if you’re in the area!

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Vancouver Spotter Samantha

About me I’m a content marketer, ad geek, and UBC alum with a passion for storytelling and consumer behaviour. I’m also incredibly passionate about traveling, having been to over 20 countries in the last few years. You can find me curled up with a good book or exploring new places in my city. Why Vancouver I love Vancouver because of how diverse and beautiful the landscape and people are. I was born and raised here, so it’s home for me, but more than that it’s full of amazing food, sights, and fun things to do. There aren’t many places in the world where you can ski, h...

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