From The Fairmont Vancouver Airport Best Nearby Pub (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Vancouver, BC Flying Beaver Bar and Grill (Nightlife - Pub) 470 Inglis Dr, Richmond  BC  V7B 1W4 • 604-273-0278 Distance: ~4.705 km User Rating: 8.75 / 10         Description: RICHMOND. Located on the Fraser River, this pub features a great outdoor deck and a comfy interior patterned after a coastal fishing cottage. Its most prominent feature, however, is its proximity to an air terminal where seaplanes land on the water. Great beer is a standard, and regional microbrews are conveniently on tap. Cocktails, bottled beers, hard cider and a few wines can also be had. Plus, the pub menu presents burgers, pastas, pizzas, spicy wings and fish and chips. Reservations accepted for large groups only. Dockside Brewing Company (Nightlife - Pub) 1253 Johnston St Granville Island Hotel, Vancouver  BC  V6H 3R9 • 604-685-7070 Distance: ~8.394 km         Description: GRANVILLE ISLAND. A little sleeker and more polished than typical pubs, this hotel establishment gets points for its Granville Island location and its microbrews, which are crafted on the premises. TVs and a fireplace add instant appeal inside, but the patio is, by all accounts, one of the best places to hang out. The large space offers sweeping views of Vancouver and the water, and it's heated when the weather cools. Representative quaffs include the Alder Bay Honey Lager and the Haupenthal Hefeweizen. Food is available. Bridges (Nightlife - Pub) 1696 Duranleau St, Vancouver  BC  V6H 3S4 • 604-687-4400 Distance: ~8.495 km         Description: GRANVILLE ISLAND. This cozy, waterfront pub, located on Granville Island next to the Public Market, is just part of an entire Bridges complex, which also offers indoor dining rooms and spacious, outdoor decks. The place, perennially busy, is a favorite of the after-work crowd, who gather to sample terrific, local microbrews and munch on tasty pub fare. Other pastimes include playing darts or catching the game on TV. Part of Bridges' strong appeal is its fantastic views of city, water and the distant mountains. Atlantic Trap & Gill (Nightlife - Pub) 118 Robson St, Vancouver  BC  V6B 2A6 • 604-688-5840 Distance: ~9.300 km         Description: YALETOWN. A laid-back, rustic ambience pervades this welcoming pub, where seafood is tops and the maritime-themed decor boasts well-loved upholstery and tables crafted from kegs. East Coast flavor reigns in beer, food and music, providing a western outpost for transplants and fans alike. Live bands play Thursday and Saturday evenings, regaling patrons with folk and Celtic tunes. This bit of fun is always free, which makes the food and drinks taste that much better! The place's curious name can be attributed to local liquor laws, which forbade use of the word "tap" in the name. As a result, owners simply shifted the "r" from "grill" to "tap." Fountainhead Pub (Nightlife - Pub) 1025 Davie St, Vancouver  BC  V6E 1M6 • 604-687-2222 Distance: ~9.378 km         Description: DAVIE VILLAGE. With its dark wood detailing and draft beers, this pub has a traditional feel. It's also a tried-and-true hangout for the gay community, who take advantage of its daytime hours to meet for lunch, socialize and enjoy the outdoor patio. Great beers (bottled and tap, domestics and imports) join a substantial list of cocktails and shots for the partying set, and sandwiches, salads and burgers take care of hungry appetites. TVs, pool tables, darts and great music provide additional distractions. A fun neighborhood place. Yaletown Brewing Company (Nightlife - Pub) 1111 Mainland St, Vancouver  BC  V6B 5P2 • 604-681-2739 Distance: ~9.402 km         Description: YALETOWN. Like many Yaletown establishments, this microbrewery occupies a stylish, renovated warehouse. Eight specialty beers come standard, and they include Frank's Nut Brown Ale, Red Brick Bitter, Indian Arm Pale Ale, Harbour Light Lager, and Hill's Special Wheat (a hefeweizen). A light menu features hearty sandwiches, pizzas and a slate of zesty appetizers. A warm, rustic atmosphere prevails, and you'll find pool tables, TVs, rock-and-roll music, an outdoor patio and a floor full of peanut shells, to boot. Doolin's Irish Pub (Nightlife - Pub) 654 Nelson St, Vancouver  BC  V6B 5B6 • 604-605-4343 Distance: ~9.630 km         Description: GRANVILLE STREET. Lots of polished wood and Victorian style impart character to this traditional Irish pub. The large place also gets punctuations of stained glass, a fireplace and private booths. Sixteen beers are on tap, including Guinness and Kilkenny. Bottled options and liquor are also available, along with a menu of pub fare that'll have you doing a little jig yourself. Live Celtic music finds its place Monday through Thursday, beginning at 9pm, and lunch specials are a terrific midday treat. Cardero's Live Bait Yacht Club Marine Pub (Nightlife - Pub) 1583 Coal Harbour Quay, Vancouver  BC  V6G 3E7 • 604-669-7666 Distance: ~10.594 km User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: WEST END. Like many Vancouver pubs, Cardero's takes advantage of its waterside locale by serving fresh seafood (including great oysters!) and offering a nautical-themed decor. Its comfy interior invites folks to linger, which isn't hard to do at all, considering the place's appetizing selection of pub fare and its great drinks. Bolstering all of that appeal are wonderful views of the harbor and the terrain beyond. The adjacent restaurant serves creative, affordable, and upscale cuisine. Great outdoor patio and live entertainment too. Steamworks Brewing Company (Nightlife - Pub) 375 Water St Landing Building, Vancouver  BC  V6B 5C6 • 604-689-2739 Distance: ~10.663 km User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: GASTOWN. At this microbrewery, steam used to craft the beers is city-supplied, and the brewing process is visible through the dining room's glass walls. It's an unusual method, but it produces great local brews, including a zippy espresso ale. Inside, dark woodwork and book-lined shelves add ambience, and from the expansive windows, you'll get views of the water and mountains. Upscale pub fare wards off hunger pangs nicely; afterwards, get moving with a game of pool, or simply sit back and relax by the fireplace. Blarney Stone (Nightlife - Pub) 216 Carral St, Vancouver  BC  V6B 2J1 • 604-687-4322 Distance: ~10.818 km         Description: GASTOWN. Always featuring lively Celtic house bands on the weekends, this Gastown-area bar packs in a crowd that is growing along with their reputation as a midsize live-music destination. Recent renovations include a new, larger stage, an improved sound system and better seating. A mezzanine offers another great sightline to the entertainment which also features touring artists and high-drawing local acts. And it is still a great place to quaff a pint and chat up the locals. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.