Aberdeen (meaning "little Hong Kong") Centre is not just a mall but an institution of cultural…read moresignificance. It was even featured in the Royal BC museum in Victoria. To be honest, we visit each time we're in the area but there's not many stores we would shop at. It's just fun to peruse and window shop here. It is a pretty dated mall but people love it. We tried the food court a few times and the food here is okay but you'll probably do better venturing to eat outside. Overall, a fun place to pass the time and a centre for community.

6/4/26 First time…read morevisiting the indoor mall.. Three stories with plenty of shops.. Nice little food court. With different menus.. A little older but still fun to browse..

Richmond Centre is one of the nicer malls in town with Uniqlo, Muji, and any store to satiate your…read moreshopping wishes. It's pretty clean and modern inside. The upstairs food court is standard mall food, like A&W, NY Fries, etc. Definitely a nice place to spend an afternoon.

What I wrote close to a legal-adult age gap ago (#1) still largely holds true, with a few notable…read moreexceptions: construction never truly finished as the place is perpetually under it; it no longer resembles what it was for the last decade and is more updated and spacious than ever. In fact, the multi year transformation that its currently undergoing makes it less of a traditional mall and more of a mini city that has spawned into a mixed-use commercial district. Their use of natural lighting all throughout the space makes it an ideal place for a photo in any corner. In addition to the space, many stores have stepped in with a good number that are high-end to appease all of the new money coming into the city of Richmond. It has become a leisurely destination for families and teenagers as folks roam the mall from corner to corner. One of the most significant transformations has been their food court, which has been dubbed the DiningTERRACE and features a number of food and drink spots. The only downside has been the mediocrity of most spots, which has plenty of room for improvement. Parking is also a mess, especially during the weekend. Folks are constantly competing for space and camping out has become a necessity during their busiest times. As many skyscrapers have been built nearby and it's proximity to the metro rail, this place will only serve to be busier as time goes on. ____________ (#1) 18 years has flown by.

This is a Chinese market on steroids. The moment you walk in, it feels like you'd stepped into…read moreChina in the 90s. The ground floor is packed with grocery stands and random shops, while the upstairs is a hawker style food court with plenty of seating. Free parking is available in the connected garage, although space is pretty tight. While market itself now opens till 8pm, many of the stalls close surprisingly early at 6pm, even on weekend. I'd recommend bringing cash as many vendors are cash only.

A Richmond staple!…read more If you're looking for authentic cheap Chinese eats, Richmond Public Market is the place to be. Upstairs is the foodcourt and downstairs are various retail stalls. Everything is no frills and old school. Walking in felt like a portal into the 80s! Even though it was our first time there, it felt so familiar in the best way.

The Yaohan Centre, located at 3700 No. 3 Road in Richmond, BC,…read more The Osaka Supermarket is a popular grocery shopping landmark in Richmond and the greater Vancouver area. Originally the mall was established by the Japanese Yaohan International Group in 1993, and the Osaka Supermarket was also was built upon a foundation of Japanese operational philosophy. The ownership was transitioned to T&T Supermarket Inc. and eventually Loblaw Companies Limited, the "Osaka" brand is maintained to a unique value proposition: The traditional standard style of Japanese Service. The Value of the Service shopping at Osaka Supermarket is not just in the selection of the freshness products; also enjoying the storekeeper disciplined service for the customer-centric environment that has been maintained since its inception.

A massive centre bustling with food vendors and a massive grocery store…read more The food court really made me feel like I was in a night market. So many vendors with so many options. The food was laid out so picturesque at some stalls as well. Everything was very much made fresh to order as well. The facility itself is fairly clean and the restrooms seem to be serviced regularly. I do wish the entrances smelled less like cigarettes but they can't really control what goes on outside and the way that it wafts inside.

Great place for high end clothing and shoes at discounted prices. Seems like all companies are…read morehere. The weather was a bit cloudy and rain was forecasted, probably resulting in a sparse crowd. I am sure this outlet gets quite crowded. Check it out.

Loved all the Holiday decor…read more Lots of lights and decorations. Super windy out so I wasn't able to stay as long as I would have liked to. Holiday sales a plenty! I'll be back for sure.

We went to many different souvenir shops around Vancouver and found this one to be the best in…read moreterms of selection, quality and value. You'll find a number of items, food and other items that are very Canada specific, such as Maple syrup, Maple tea, and other maple-related snacks. We also found it hard to find a shop where you can find clothing that lasts and is very comfortable. We picked up a couple fleece and shirts here and they survived the wash and are still comfortable weeks later, and they were such a good price, nearly half of what you'd expect. The deals on standard keychains and magnets were also very good so we bought dozens.

I am local but I enjoyed browsing in this store although I was closely watched which was somewhat…read moreunpleasant.I like Knicknacks,Snacks and Novelty items which there are many in the store along with clothing.Prices are good so I would recommend it as they have an interesting selection of stuff..

Nothing much to see. Barely any hello kitty stuff. Other irrelevant stuff like leggings, tights and…read morenylons.

Very fun but small shop to browse. It's located in the Yaohan Centre on the second floor. Tucked…read moreaway in the corner is this cute shop filled with Hello Kitty goodies like bags, clocks, stationery, cell phone accessories, etc. What I ended up buying from here was a ton of erasable pens where the eraser is just the plastic end of the pen (no messy eraser junk to clean!)! They also have shaker pencils in various designs.

Came here not realizing it's an outlet mall of sorts? They have the bigger Muji store here so…read morewanted to see what special items they had. It's definitely not as good as Muji Japan and much more expensive so didn't actually pickup anything. The Lululemon was a little chaotic and they charge $2 for a bag?? Overall the mall has an outlet mall vibe with it being so large and semi-deserted but it does have a good selection of stores to peruse if you're stuck indoors due to rain.

I always find rat poo on the snacks in this location, and the staff always just stand around and…read moretalk for minutes on end while I wait for a cashier.

The information is misleading. Pets are not allowed in Lansdowne mall. There is a paid cage for…read moredetenting your dog/cat alone at the mall entrance.

The mall is old and tired looking and it shows. Fortunately the washrooms have been upgraded to…read morethis decade so it is decent. It is quite sprawling and confusing. It does have anchor tenants at all sides, so remember where you come in from. What I appreciate about this mall is the prices at the food court. I'm not sure if there is an agreement or something, but most of the food operators have at least a couple of items under $10, making it very affordable. Some even sell coffee or tea at under $2. You do see many elderly Asians here, maybe that's why there is cheaper options? They do occupy the tables at the food court chatting for a long period of time. Think of this as another version of Timmies, but with more food options. I was told the T&T here is the largest and it is busy at all hours. The parking area near it is always full. Park elsewhere where it has more empty spots. I like this Asian mini mart (Smart Save) where you can get many food stuff from Asia that are not available in T&T. There is also Langley Farm Market here which has nice produce. There are also Daiso, Dollarama, JYSK, Forum home appliances, etc here. Interesting mix of tenants. Crowded on weekends especially when there are special events in the atrium. It's like a typical mall you will see in Asia, packed with families.

i took the skytrain and made a point to stop in at crystal mall an hour before meeting up for…read moredinner. showed up around 5:30 pm on a monday, and the moment those glass doors slid open, it felt like being transported straight to asia. tucked near metrotown metropolis and station square, this burnaby landmark hums with the kind of energy you don't often find in the suburbs, except maybe richmond, a sensory overload in the best way possible. there's a rhythm to it: the sizzle from food court woks, the chatter in mandarin and cantonese, the sweet scent of freshly baked buns mixing with the sharp aroma of dried shrimp. it's all here, packed under one slightly aging but endearingly chaotic roof, grocery stores, butchers, produce stands, banks, endless bubble tea stalls, and even a few unexpected spots like acupuncture clinics, immigration services, and barbershops offering $15 haircuts. the mix of residential, office and retail gives the place its pulse, people grabbing lunch, families running errands, kids eyeing the cute character shops and toy stalls. it's busy but grounded, the kind of mall that feels woven into daily life. the food court is the heartbeat of the place, always buzzing, stalls lined shoulder to shoulder, serving everything from sizzling noodles to dumplings. some signs are in chinese only, a reminder that you're in an authentic space made by and for the community. yes, parking is tight and insane, and the mall has a number of "for lease" signs scattered about, but step inside, and it's alive with character, flavour, and a welcoming spirit. i stopped by mybox before heading out, honestly, a girl's dream. shelves stacked with cute hello kitty merch, makeup, phone cases, and all sorts of colourful knickknacks that make it impossible to leave empty handed. come hungry, bring cash, and prepare to get lost, it's all part of the charm.

I believe these are the pork mung bean noodles in a clay pot. It's so flavourful and packed and I…read morereally recommend it! The pig intestine from the food stall "hong Kong" I dont recommend because it was $7.5 for those two tiny skewers which was a little sad. Remember to bring cash when dining here because some stalls only accept cash! Ps this stall requires a $5 deposit for the clay pot, so be sure to empty out the soup and return the pot for your $5 back!