Our family visited a week after the grand opening, so we could avoid the initial crowds. We arrived around 10:30am on a Saturday morning. Parking was busy, but it found a spot. We went up, and saw a line up waiting in front of the Time-Out Market, but as soon as it opened at 11am, everyone in line was able to get in and find a claim a table. The space is nice. Brightly lit, with a variety of seating options (high tops, small tables, and even booths with lazy Susans) to accommodate the different groups dining. There was also live music, which I felt added to atmosphere. I ended up trying four different dishes: - Feenie's Le Croc Burger: Very good. High quality and well presented, it was like being at restaurant. Fries were pretty good too. - Espana Paella: Poor. It took about 25 minutes to prepare, which isn't unusual for Paella. But the bottom was burnt black (far past the desired socarrat). On top of that, the rest of the paella was under-seasoned and lacked any flavour. Really expensive mistake. - MaKaam Pad Thai Wrapped in Omelette: Good. Reminds me of the original dish at Baan Lao. Maybe not as well presented, but better presented than just about any other Thai restaurant. Good flavours, but also quite pricey. - Beaucoup Creamery Soft Serve: Very good. I had one that came with tomato gelee and olive oil, which sounds odd, but I thought it worked really well with the mix of sweet, salt and savoury. But my wife didn't like it. Overall, it was a hit-and-miss, and I can't tell if it's because of how busy it was or it's just typical learning experiences as a new place. I would assume it's a little bit of both. But because there are so many offerings from local well-known restaurants, I'd come back a few times more to try other items to see what's best. I love the market concept, because the food is generally better and more special than what you can get a typical food court, but cost slightly less than going to the full restaurant. read more

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'd read plenty of mixed reviews and heard the gossip about Oakridge Mall's new food court, Times Out. I'd already visited once during the soft opening a couple of weeks back, but a friend was eager to check it out, so I went along again. My experience at Times Out mirrors my general experience driving on the road. Imagine you're happily driving in your lane, fighting with no one, minding your own business. Out of nowhere, a Tesla cuts you off for no apparent reason. There's no one behind you, only about 1.5 car lengths in front. Their showboating maneuver forces you to slam on your brakes to avoid rear-ending them. You swear out of frustration -- but you accept the situation, chalking it up to the bad driving Tesla owners are known for, given they have some of the highest average insurance rates. That's a typical encounter with a Tesla driver's need for speed and apparent desire to prove they can cut others off. But that's not it. Now imagine a traffic cop jumps out of the bushes afterward and gives you a ticket -- for swearing. Insanity, right? Well, that's essentially what happened to me at Times Out today. My companion was ahead of me in line at Mello, nearing her turn, while I stood about 1.5 metres from the display case, relaying to her what was still available. Out of nowhere, a bearded young white male -- over 6'6", wearing a baseball cap -- shoved me aside to clear his path, while simultaneously telling me to "watch where you're going." For the record, I was standing still. Astonished, I reacted: "Don't shove me." I asked him why he'd shoved me. He claimed I'd been walking backwards. This back-and-forth went on for about a minute. He clearly wasn't going to admit his aggression was unnecessary and unprovoked, or that he was in the wrong. I finally ended the argument by swearing. As this obnoxious, oversized young man walked off, I heard a tiny, squeaky voice -- a "mall cop" who had suddenly appeared from behind his shadow. She had Caucasian features with a notably grey complexion, possibly Middle Eastern or mixed. She said, "I'm going to have to ask you to leave the facility for swearing." I said, "What is going on? Who are you?" She identified herself as the food court manager, and claimed she knew the man because he worked there, adding, "I saw the whole thing." Bewildered, I asked how that was possible -- she hadn't emerged from his shadow until a moment ago. She then proceeded to request a refund from Mello's on my behalf -- despite the fact that I hadn't ordered from Mello's at all. She never even asked me; she simply assumed the buzzer I was holding belonged to that stall and went straight to the cashier. Stunned, I said, "What the hell -- you don't even know what's going on here." At some point she radioed her manager. When the General Assistant Manager arrived and re-heard the entire story -- now with my companion's witness account -- he apologized profusely, while the "mall cop" slipped away unnoticed and unapologetically. Some questions for Times Out Oakridge: * At what point is it acceptable for staff to shove a customer out of their way -- or shove a customer at all? (I tried to demonstrate to the mall cop exactly how he'd shoved me, but she refused to let me touch her.) * At what point can a mall cop wantonly kick someone out without hearing -- or understanding -- the full story? As the General Assistant Manager himself said, we're very unlikely to return. It's difficult to fix something that's systemic, rooted in a lack of protocol. You can't really right this kind of wrong. Oakridge and Times Out feel like a microcosm of what's wrong with Vancouver. The mall caters to the whims of the wealthy few, while ignoring the struggles of everyone else. Vast amounts of retail space and resources are dedicated to a handful of whimsical rich customers -- who may not even care for the brands the mall carries anymore, since they're no longer fashionable -- while the food court is packed with the average lower- and middle-class crowd, "the poor," fighting just to get a taste of the luxury they can't afford downstairs. Overseeing it all is an inadequate layer of management -- drunk on its own power, blinded by its own bias. All that said, the assistant manager came across as a genuinely reasonable person. Unfortunately, by the time he got involved, the damage was already done. read more

the first challenge is parking. even before stepping inside oakridge, you're circling, following signs, hunting for a spot, already feeling the tension rise. finding time out market is its own mini quest. tucked among storefronts, the entrance isn't obvious. you weave through the mall, scanning for signs, trying not to miss it entirely. once you locate it, the smell hits you, smoky bbq, fresh herbs, sweet pastries, all competing for attention. inside, the chaos intensifies. lines twist and turn, no clear start or end in sight. the burger line snakes around corners, the seafood stalls are crowded, and the bbq duck glistening with rich, dark, crispy skin draws a long, eager line of people. you hesitate, trying to gauge which line moves fastest while others jostle past. communal tables and booths are shared with strangers, and seating is scarce. even with a friend, coordination is a tactical exercise: who grabs the line, who hunts for an open table, and where exactly to meet. texts fly, directions overlap, confusion mounts. bright lights, clattering dishes, murmurs, laughter, and the constant shuffle of people create a sensory storm. walking, choosing, waiting, scanning for a place to sit, the energy is relentless. the excitement of so many local flavours is real, but navigating the crowd, the lines, and the limited seating can feel overwhelming. time out market is a vibrant showcase of the city's food scene, but for the indecisive, hangry, or first time visitor, it's an obstacle course: a mix of strategy, patience, and persistence amid the delicious chaos. read more

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Attended on opening day as Number One customer. Dedicated eh?! . What a wonderful experience at Time Out Market Vancouver, truly! We were lucky enough to be first guests through the doors, and the excitement was palpable from the moment we walked in. The energy, the atmosphere, and the incredible lineup of food vendors made for a memorable visit. A very special thank you to Julien, John, and Rafael for your warm hospitality and for taking the time to welcome us. Your generosity, and in what you've planned and created truly stood out, and made us feel very special. Really very thankful for the food and drinks. Congratulations to the team and is a must visit to Vancouver. It's exciting to see so many talented Canadian chefs and food concepts gathered in one place. We enjoyed exploring the market and can't wait to return. Wishing you continued success as Time Out Market becomes one of Vancouver's must-visit destinations read more

Time Out Market - Public Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This food court's concept was new for me and I thought that it was really neat! There are different kiosks that offer cuisines from around the world. I tried Mee Bar (Cambodian food) and MaKaam (Thai food) with my friend. The dishes were very nicely played and the quality was quite good. It was on the pricier side, but I think it's worth the experience! I really liked the mee kola from Mee Bar. read more

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It's great to see lots of local food options here! We waited in line to enter (though they let in large groups at a time), waited a bit for a table, (for popular spots like lunch lady some of us had to wait in line to order), and then waited for the food so overall a lot of patience is required! The lamb popsicles from Peacock were delicious. They blast the music inside and it's still crowded on the weekend 1 week after opening, so this might be a bit overwhelming to some people. read more

Time Out Market - Lamb popsicles and naan from Peacock - Public Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Attended on Opening Day...definitely was not the greatest idea. Parking was extremely challenging and the crowds were crazy huge. Walked around and...as hour long waits just to order and no available seating, decided to depart and attempt a return another day. Think the concept is great...just need a larger seating area. read more

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Grew up in Vancouver and coming to Oakridge. Wanted to see what the new version was like. As now someone visiting it's good to know: - Heritage advertises cans of pop but they don't actually have. I was told to pay $4 at Time Out Express (Heritage advertises $2.85) - Time Out doesn't take cash. They asked me to buy a gift card if I wanted to use cash. So I used my American card. The service is weirdly entitled. But given the lack of mall options in this part of town, not really elsewhere to go other than Richmond or Downtown. read more

Went opening day which was a zoo as expected.tried the lobster corn dog at barnacle .it was ok but being charged pst on a food purchase was not ok ! I have still not received my pst refund as promised by the time out social media team? This food court is very expensive! read more

Time Out Market - Lobster corn dog - Public Markets Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia