From The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver Best Nearby (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Vancouver, BC 900 West Lounge (Nightlife - Bars) 900 W Georgia St Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver  BC  V6C 2W6 • 604-684-3131 Distance: ~39 m         Description: DOWNTOWN. Elegant but unpretentious, this wine bar revels in its care of patrons – in service, in regional cuisine, and in wines. Folks from all walks come to indulge in creative fare that melds local and Asian sensibilities. Better yet is the appeal of the bar, which presents 500 selections, including 75 by-the-glass offerings from across the globe. Martinis are also a strong suit, and they're especially good coupled with complimentary appetizers during happy hour. Live jazz only solidifies the allure of this terrific place. Griffins (Restaurants - Breakfast) 900 W Georgia St Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver  BC  V6C 2W6 • 604-684-3131 Distance: ~39 m User Rating: 9.3334 / 10         Description: This light-filled dining room replete with cozy banquettes and black and white tile accenting an open kitchen, located in the Fairmont Vancouver Hotel, offers an impressive array of regional fare that makes the most of seasonal and local bounty. Set your waistband one notch looser for the dessert buffet; you'll want to try a little of everything. (Buffets available breakfast, lunch and dinner.) Vancouver Art Gallery (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 750 Hornby St, Vancouver  BC  V6Z 2H7 • 604-662-4719 Distance: ~95 m User Rating: 7.25 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. The works of contemporary local, Canadian and Native Inuit artists are featured in this prominent gallery located in the former provincial courthouse. The works of British Columbia painter Emily Carr (1871-1945), Canada's famous "Group of Seven," and European masters are displayed in exhibitions in the gallery's permanent collection. A Children's Gallery offers art workshops while other programming includes interpretive performances, art demonstrations and guided tours. Betsey Johnson (Shopping - Women's Stores) 1033 Alberni St, Vancouver  BC  V6E 1A1 • 604-488-0314 Distance: ~142 m User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: From whimsical to funky, Betsy Johnson may have the look you want. With flamboyant SoHo flair and creative vision that mixes ruffles with sequins, this designer's looks are daring and body conscious. The shop carries evening attire and additional accessories. Yew Restaurant & Bar (Restaurants - Breakfast) 791 W Georgia St Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver  BC  V6C 2T4 • 604-844-6715 Distance: ~145 m User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: Exceptional fine dining and stellar service are the hallmarks of this excellent restaurant inside the Four Seasons. Special features include a contemporary raw bar, panini bar, and more than 150 wines by the glass. A Latin-inspired Sunday brunch and specialty tasting menu are also available. Diva at the Met (Restaurants - Breakfast) 645 Howe St Metropolitan Hotel, Vancouver  BC  V6C 2Y9 • 604-602-7788 Distance: ~170 m         Description: The outstanding presentation of mouthwatering Pacific Northwestern fare deserves a standing ovation at Diva where locals and tourists flock to enjoy some of the best the region has to offer. The multi-level dining room is excellent for people watching, but you'll want to keep your full attention on such seasonal highlights as smoked Alaskan black cod, artichoke soup and porcini-crusted veal loin steak. Desserts include the signature Stilton cheesecake or Thomas Haas chocolate bar. Hermitage (Restaurants - French) 1025 Robson St, Vancouver  BC  V6E 4A9 • 604-689-3237 Distance: ~208 m         Description: DOWNTOWN. Scallops, sweetbreads, veal cheek, rack of lamb and steak tartare are just a few of the selections created by master chef Hervé Martin and served in traditional French style. A critically acclaimed wine list boasts exclusive wines from the family winery in Chamilly, France. On a fair evening, enjoy your dinner on the private courtyard patio, or when a chill is in the air, cozy up to the crackling fireplace as you tuck into a dessert to cap off your memorable meal. Caffé dé Medici Ristorante Italiano (Restaurants - Italian) 109-1025 Robson St between Burrard and Thurlow Sts, Vancouver  BC  V6E 1A9 • 604-669-9322 Distance: ~224 m User Rating: 9.875 / 10         Description: This exceptional Northern Italian restaurant offers intimate dining and a superb menu that includes such innovative dishes as grilled ostrich with juniper and cassis demi-glace, as well as osso buco, gnocchi and other classic fare. The Five Course Dinner Feature includes a salad course and is just right for sampling the latest of Executive Chef Aron Zipursky's creations. A full vegetarian menu is also available. Ermenegildo Zegna (Shopping - Men's Stores) 700 W Georgia St Pacific Centre, Vancouver  BC  V6B 1Y9 • 604-681-7988 Distance: ~240 m User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: This fine Italian menswear blends the finest textiles into fabrics used to create distinctly tailored men's clothing. Set in a posh décor with pale wood furniture on polished marble floors, the ambiance here is pure luxury. Ermenegildo Zegna carries casual, business and evening wear. Harry Rosen (Shopping - Men's Stores) 700 W Georgia St Pacific Centre, Vancouver  BC  V6B 1Y9 • 604-683-6861 Distance: ~240 m User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: Stylish chic menswear with a contemporary touch is the draw at this leading men's retail shop. Harry Rosen carries business suits, casual wear and accessories, and caters to both older and younger professional men. The retail chain is almost 50 years old and carries designer lines like Armani and Hugo Boss. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.