Cheap Beer in Vancouver

In the heart of the Drive, this bar has a very practical layout. It has two levels: the top has the bar surrounded by stools, televisions, and tables while down the stairs there is an elevated portion with a big screen tv. The lowest section is secluded enough that you can have a comfortable conversation even when it’s packed full. When it’s nice enough, they open the patio which is long and narrow against the outer brick wall facing the side street. The side street the patio is facing is lines with willow trees creating a more intimate atmosphere and blocking what little sound reaches around the corner while maintaining a view of one of the Drive’s busiest areas. The selection of beer is also venerable.

Pint of Kilkenny: $5.75
Pint of Snake Bite: $5.75

Poutine: $8

Location/Map
604-253-2777

The King’s Head Pub attracts a wide variety of patrons: students after cheap beer, sunbathers coming from Kits Beach across the street, and all sorts who just appreciate the decent food and atmosphere. It’s a well-weathered pub, large and convoluted enough to get privacy no matter how large or small of a group. There’s also live music on occasion.

Pitcher of Sleeman’s Honey Brown: $14

Location/Map
604-738-6966

Suprising large: another cafe/bar on The Drive.  It’s gone under new management and renovated since the summer. It looks like the capacity has increased a bit while moving all the food into the kitchen instead of having a sandwhich display.

Pitcher of Granville Island Winter Ale: $13

Location/Map
604-215-3888