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The Lunch Lady, Vancouver, BC
Award-winning

The Lunch Lady

4.7 (1144)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Vietnamese
1046 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W9

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
22:30
Booked 71 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood 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 11:00–14:30 Fri 11:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:45–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–21:30
  • 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
  • Area
    Commercial Drive
  • Cross Street
    Commercial Drive & Napier St.
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Menu

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

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What 1,144 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.
1,144 Reviews

  1. Jillian

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day 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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  2. Bonny

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  3. Eve

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  4. Kenny

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 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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  5. Abrar

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 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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  6. Alex

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for a meal with guests we had over from Ireland. We each ordered something different and all loved what we got, as well as the spring rolls to start—they were to die for. Cocktails were awesome too. Can’t wait to go back!

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  7. Leah VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING SERVICE. The hostess and waitress were both very smiley and nice. It was a joy to be there. The food was GREAT

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  8. Carlo

    Vancouver / British Columbia36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food as usual! It’s definitely the place for Vietnamese cuisine!

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  9. Paul VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience with staff and food. They are absolutely providing extremely friendly and delicious food. 200% highly recommended. Again R.I.P. to the owner.

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  10. Linda

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loved the food as always. Music a bit on the loud side.

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FAQs

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

The Lunch Lady is rated 4.7 stars by 1144 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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Booked 71 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.
  • Area
    Commercial Drive
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00–14:30 Fri 11:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 10:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:45–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–21:30
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • 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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