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The Lunch Lady, Vancouver, BC
Award-winning

The Lunch Lady

4.7 (1149)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Vietnamese
1046 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W9

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 70 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
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!

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 Mon–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
  • Website
    https://thelunchlady.com/
  • 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 vancouver@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 reservations.yvr@thelunchlady.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1046 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W9
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Commercial Drive
  • Cross street
    Commercial Drive & 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

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Menu

The Lunch Lady's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

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What 1,149 people are saying

The Lunch Lady reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lunch Lady delights with "super yummy" Vietnamese cuisine, praised for its "great customer service" and "amazing food and vibes." While some critics note noise and time constraints, the "creative displays and ingredients" shine. "Outstanding" dishes like soft shell crab and wagyu pho ensure this spot is a Vancouver favorite.
1,149 Reviews

  1. Alvin

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing we had the pork skewers, bone marrow, tamarin clams, garlic noodles all were bomb.

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  2. Greg VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fabulous both food and service. Best salad roll ever... The prok collar will also remain in my memory!

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  3. Joseph VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area244 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dinner at the Lunch Lady, opting for the family-style tasting menu. Every single dish was absolutely amazing. Such a fun, flavorful, and memorable dining experience! A friend recommended this culinary destination and it completely lived up to the hype. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Vancouver.

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  4. Nicole

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. Great staff ❤️ Options for vegan and gluten free.

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  5. maria

    Exclusive1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was delicious but over priced for the protions. We order a set menu for 4 people (we were a party of 3) and the protions were for 3 people ie: bone marrow 3 pieces instead of 4..

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  6. Jillian

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an incredible meal at The Lunch Lady! The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. We went with the family-style set, and it was well worth the price—generous portions and a great way to sample a variety of dishes. The vibe on the patio was perfect for a lovely dinner with out-of-town guests—casual yet vibrant—and the drinks were fantastic, refreshing and well-crafted. Service was also outstanding—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Overall, a top-notch experience. Can’t wait to come back!

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  7. Bonny

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great time here! 💛 The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were incredibly kind and attentive. We came to celebrate a friend’s birthday, and they helped create such a fun birthday mood🎂 . It was such a thoughtful touch and made the experience even more special. Thank you for the wonderful service and unforgettable memories!🥹

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  8. Eve

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super yummy and great customer service! Definitely will be back

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  9. Kenny

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great dining experience. We went on a Saturday, it was a sunny day and the shop was quite full. However, the shop maintained excellent service and food was generous in portion and delicious. 10/10.

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  10. Abrar

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and phenomenal service! Will recommend

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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 1149 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Canada
  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
  4. Vancouver
  5. Commercial Drive

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 70 times today
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 & Napier St.
  • Neighborhood
    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 Mon–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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://thelunchlady.com/
  • 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 vancouver@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 reservations.yvr@thelunchlady.com.

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