The Basic Main St. Vancouver

    🥞 Located in the heart of Vancouver’s vibrant Main Street, The Basic is a neighbourhood go-to for comforting breakfasts, classic lunches, and relaxed all-day dining.

    Guests appreciate its friendly atmosphere, generous portions, and familiar homestyle dishes that feel warm and satisfying. Whether you’re stopping in for a hearty hash, a cozy omelette, or a simple coffee and toast, The Basic offers a dependable local experience that keeps regulars coming back.

    🥞 Located in the heart of Vancouver’s vibrant Main Street, The Basic is a neighbourhood go-to....

    🍽️ The Basic Menu

    See the full The Basic menu in Vancouver, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🍳 Breakfast – Eggs & Things

    Classic breakfast plates served with pan-fried potatoes and toast; fruit or tomatoes available as a substitute. Egg whites available; gluten-free bread optional.

    Simply Eggs

    Two farm-fresh eggs cooked any style for a straightforward, comforting start to the day. *Vegetarian*

    The Basic

    Two eggs with your choice of bacon, sausage, or ham for a familiar breakfast favorite.

    Chorizo Breakfast

    Spanish-style chorizo served with two eggs for a bold and savory morning plate.

    Corned Beef Hash

    Smoked corned beef with onions and green peppers mixed into pan-fried potatoes, served with two eggs.

    Pulled Pork Hash

    Tender pulled pork in barbecue sauce folded into pan-fried potatoes and served with two eggs.

    Veggie Hash

    Garlic-sautéed vegetables mixed into pan-fried potatoes and served with two eggs. *Vegetarian*

    The Mess

    Three eggs mixed with bacon, sausage, ham, tomatoes, onions, green peppers, and cheddar, all tossed with pan-fried potatoes.

    🥞 Breakfast Specialties

    Chef-created breakfast dishes, each served with pan-fried potatoes.

    Bagel Breakfast Sandwich

    A warm bagel filled with bacon, egg, tomato, and melted cheddar.

    Waffle Sandwich

    Crisp waffles filled with bacon, tomato, eggs, and cheddar for a sweet and savory combo.

    Tofu Scramble

    Tofu mixed with spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, and eggs for a hearty, protein-rich breakfast. *Vegetarian*

    Beyond Sausage Brekkie

    Vegetarian Italian-style sausage served with two eggs and toast. *Vegetarian*

    The Chopped Steak

    A juicy beef patty served alongside two eggs and toast.

    The Brit

    A classic British-style plate with sausage, bacon, eggs, baked beans, and grilled tomatoes.

    🧇 From the Griddle

    Fluffy griddle favorites served with bacon and sausages; add eggs if you'd like.

    French Toast

    Warm, golden slices perfect with butter or syrup.

    Pancakes

    Soft, fluffy pancakes made fresh to order.

    Blueberry Pancakes

    Pancakes filled with blueberries for a bright, fruity twist.

    Banana Pancakes

    Sweet bananas folded into fluffy pancakes.

    Belgian Waffle Combo

    A crisp Belgian waffle served with bacon, sausages, eggs, and fresh seasonal fruit.

    🥚 The Bennys

    All Bennys served with pan-fried potatoes and smooth hollandaise.

    Eggs Benedict

    The classic combination of poached eggs and ham on toasted English muffins.

    Eggs Florentine

    Poached eggs over sautéed spinach with creamy hollandaise. *Vegetarian*

    Chorizo Benny

    Poached eggs topped with diced chorizo for a smoky, spicy flavor.

    Avocado & Tomato Benny

    Fresh tomatoes and sliced avocado under silky hollandaise. *Vegetarian*

    Pulled Pork Benny

    Poached eggs with house-smoked pulled pork and barbecue sauce.

    Beyond Sausage Benny

    Vegetarian Italian-style sausage topped with poached eggs and hollandaise. *Vegetarian*

    🥘 Omelette Recipe

    Three-egg omelettes served with pan-fried potatoes and toast; egg-whites-only available. Customize with a wide range of toppings.

    One-Topping Omelette

    A simple three-egg omelette with your choice of topping.

    Denver

    Diced ham, onions, and green peppers folded into a fluffy omelette.

    Popeye

    Spinach sautéed in garlic butter for a savory, earthy omelette. *Vegetarian*

    Three-Cheesers

    Cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan melted into a rich, gooey blend. *Vegetarian*

    Vegetarian

    Tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, and cheddar cheese in a fresh veggie omelette. *Vegetarian*

    House

    A fully loaded omelette with bacon, ham, sausage, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and cheddar.

    🥗 Lunch – Salads, Soups & Starters

    A fresh and satisfying way to begin your lunch; ask about the soup of the day.

    Soup of the Day

    Daily rotating soup prepared with seasonal ingredients; toast available.

    Tossed Green Salad

    Crisp mixed lettuce with fresh vegetables. *Vegetarian*

    Chicken Fingers

    Golden chicken tenders served with honey mustard or barbecue sauce and your choice of fries or salad.

    🥪 Sandwiches

    All sandwiches served with coleslaw and your choice of fries or green salad.

    Grilled Cheese

    A classic, gooey grilled cheese sandwich. *Vegetarian*

    BLT

    Crisp bacon layered with lettuce and tomato on toasted bread.

    Cucumber Avocado

    Cucumber, avocado, tomato, and lettuce for a fresh, crunchy vegetarian option. *Vegetarian*

    Corned Beef

    Montreal-style corned beef with mustard and lettuce on rye.

    Patty Melt

    A seasoned Angus patty with grilled onions and cheddar on toasted rye.

    Monte Cristo

    Egg-dipped grilled bread stuffed with turkey, ham, and Swiss cheese.

    Reuben

    Swiss cheese, corned beef, and sauerkraut grilled on rye.

    Clubhouse

    A triple-decker with ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.

    Chicken Melt

    Grilled chicken breast with cheddar and fried onions on rye.

    Beyond Melt

    A vegetarian patty with cheddar and fried onions, grilled on rye. *Vegetarian*

    Tuna Melt

    Tuna mixed with mayo and onions topped with cheddar on rye.

    Chicken Clubhouse

    Triple-decker chicken breast with avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.

    🍔 Hamburgers

    All burgers served with coleslaw and your choice of fries or salad; customizable with toppings.

    Regular Burger

    A classic Angus chuck patty topped with fresh vegetables and condiments.

    Beyond Burger

    A plant-based patty lightly grilled for a satisfying vegetarian choice. *Vegetarian*

    Chicken Burger

    Juicy grilled chicken breast served with all the fixings.

    Deluxe Burger

    A stacked Angus burger with cheddar, mushrooms, and bacon.

    🍽 Side Orders

    Small additions to complete your meal.

    One Egg Any Style

    A single egg cooked just the way you like.

    Toast & Jam

    Warm toast served with fruit jam.

    Bagel

    A classic toasted bagel.

    Ham

    A side of savory ham.

    Sausages

    Breakfast sausages served hot.

    Bacon

    Crisp, smoky bacon strips.

    Fruit Bowl

    Fresh seasonal fruit.

    Pan-Fried Potatoes

    Golden breakfast potatoes.

    Cream Cheese

    Smooth, spreadable cream cheese.

    Fries

    Crispy golden fries.

    Brown Beans

    Warm, seasoned beans.

    Hollandaise Sauce

    Creamy, tangy hollandaise.

    Gravy

    Rich, savory gravy.

    🥤 The Suds – Non Alcoholic

    Warm beverages, cold drinks, and refreshing options for any time of day.

    Organic Coffee

    Freshly brewed with free refills.

    Organic Decaf Coffee

    Smooth and aromatic decaf coffee.

    Tea

    A selection of classic and herbal teas.

    Hot Chocolate

    Rich cocoa topped with whipped cream.

    Milk

    Cold, refreshing milk.

    Sodas

    A variety of fountain sodas.

    Juices

    Ask your server for today’s juice selection.

    🍺 The Suds – Alcoholic

    Must be 19 or older with valid ID.

    Cider

    Extra dry apple cider served chilled.

    Domestic Beer

    A selection of popular Canadian beers.

    Imported Beer

    Imported favorites like Heineken.

    Caesar

    A classic Caesar with spice and citrus; available as a double.

    Boozy Baileys Coffee

    Hot coffee blended with Baileys and optional whipped cream.

    Mimosa

    Sparkling wine mixed with orange or grapefruit juice.

    The Basic Menu Prices

    🍽 Brunch

    🟢 Open Now
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    Monday Closed
    Tuesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Wednesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
    Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm