The Basic Davie Street Vancouver
⭐ The Basic on Davie is known for Eggs Benedict and The Brit.
💡 Good to Know
- 35+ Years in Vancouver
- A longtime neighbourhood diner, formerly known as Joe's Grill.
- Heart of Davie Village
- Located in Vancouver's vibrant West End neighbourhood.
- Sidewalk Patio
- Enjoy a classic diner breakfast overlooking lively Davie Street.
❤️ Top Favourites
- French Toast
- The Basic
🍽️ The Basic on Davie Menu
🍳 Eggs & Things
Classic egg breakfasts served with pan-fried potatoes and toast. Substitute fresh fruit or tomatoes for potatoes. Egg whites and gluten-free bread are available for an additional charge.
Simply Eggs
Two farm-fresh eggs prepared to your liking, accompanied by pan-fried potatoes and toast. Vegetarian.
The Basic
Two eggs cooked your way with a choice of bacon, sausage or ham, served with pan-fried potatoes and toast.
Chorizo Breakfast
Spicy Spanish chorizo sausage paired with two eggs, pan-fried potatoes and toast.
Corned Beef Hash
Smoked corned beef tossed with fried onions, green peppers and pan-fried potatoes, topped with two eggs.
Pulled Pork Hash
Tender pulled pork coated in barbecue sauce and mixed with golden pan-fried potatoes, served with two eggs.
Veggie Hash
Garlic-sautéed vegetables combined with pan-fried potatoes and topped with two eggs. Vegetarian.
The Mess
A hearty combination of three eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, tomatoes, green peppers, onions and cheddar cheese, all mixed with pan-fried potatoes.
🥪 Breakfast Specialties
A selection of hearty breakfast creations served with pan-fried potatoes.
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
A toasted bagel filled with bacon, egg, tomato and melted cheddar cheese.
Waffle Sandwich
A breakfast sandwich featuring bacon, tomatoes, eggs and cheddar cheese between waffles.
Tofu Scramble
A combination of tofu, three scrambled eggs, spinach, mushrooms and tomatoes. Vegetarian.
Beyond Sausage Brekkie
Sweet Italian-style vegetarian sausage served with two eggs and toast. Vegetarian.
The Chopped Steak
A 6 oz pure beef patty accompanied by two eggs and toast.
The Brit
A traditional British-inspired breakfast featuring sausage, bacon, eggs, baked beans and grilled tomatoes, served with toast.
🥞 From the Griddle
Sweet breakfast favourites served with two strips of bacon and two sausage links. Add two eggs for an additional charge.
French Toast
Golden slices of bread prepared French toast style, served with bacon and sausage.
Pancakes
A stack of classic pancakes accompanied by bacon and sausage.
Blueberry Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes featuring blueberries, served with bacon and sausage.
Banana Pancakes
Pancakes featuring banana, accompanied by bacon and sausage.
Belgian Waffle Combo
A Belgian waffle served with two bacon strips, two sausage links, two eggs and a cup of seasonal fresh fruit.
🍳 The Bennys
Classic eggs Benedict variations served with pan-fried potatoes and hollandaise sauce.
Eggs Benedict
Traditional eggs Benedict featuring ham, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce.
Eggs Florentine
Poached eggs paired with lightly sautéed spinach and finished with hollandaise sauce. Vegetarian.
Chorizo Benny
A savoury Benedict featuring diced Spanish chorizo sausage, poached eggs and hollandaise sauce.
Avocado & Tomato Benny
Fresh avocado and diced tomatoes topped with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce. Vegetarian.
Pulled Pork Benny
House-prepared pulled pork tossed in barbecue sauce, topped with poached eggs and hollandaise.
Beyond Sausage Benny
Sweet Italian-style vegetarian sausage served Benedict style with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce. Vegetarian.
🍳 Omelettes
Three-egg omelettes served with pan-fried potatoes and toast. Egg whites are available for an additional charge.
One-Topping Omelette
A fluffy three-egg omelette filled with your choice of one topping. Additional toppings available.
Denver Omelette
A classic combination of diced ham, onions and green peppers folded into a three-egg omelette.
Popeye Omelette
A three-egg omelette filled with spinach sautéed in garlic butter. Vegetarian.
Three-Cheesers Omelette
A rich blend of cheddar, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses folded into fluffy eggs. Vegetarian.
Vegetarian Omelette
A garden-inspired omelette filled with tomatoes, onions, mushrooms and cheddar cheese. Vegetarian.
House Omelette
A generously filled omelette combining bacon, ham, sausage, onions, green peppers, tomatoes and cheddar cheese.
🥗 Salads, Soups & Starters
Light starters, fresh salads and comforting favourites. Soup of the Day is available Monday to Friday.
Soup of the Day
A freshly prepared daily soup selection. Ask your server for today's offering. Add a side of toast.
Tossed Green Salad
A refreshing assortment of crisp, fresh lettuce varieties. Vegetarian.
Chicken Fingers
Crispy chicken fingers served with your choice of honey mustard or barbecue dipping sauce, accompanied by fries or a green salad.
🥪 Sandwiches
Freshly prepared sandwiches served with coleslaw and your choice of fries or green salad. Add cheese, bacon or avocado for an additional charge.
Grilled Cheese
A comforting grilled sandwich filled with melted cheese and toasted until golden. Vegetarian.
BLT
A toasted sandwich layered with crispy bacon, fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes.
Cucumber Avocado Sandwich
Fresh cucumber, creamy avocado, sliced tomatoes and crisp lettuce tucked into a sandwich. Vegetarian.
Corned Beef Sandwich
Thinly sliced Montreal-style corned beef layered with mustard and lettuce on rye bread.
Patty Melt
A 6 oz AAA Angus ground chuck beef patty topped with fried onions and cheddar cheese, grilled between slices of rye bread.
Monte Cristo
An egg-dipped grilled sandwich filled with turkey, ham and Swiss cheese.
Reuben
Montreal-style corned beef, Swiss cheese and tangy sauerkraut grilled together on rye bread.
Clubhouse
A triple-decker sandwich stacked with ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and mayonnaise.
Chicken Melt
Chicken breast topped with melted cheddar cheese and fried onions, grilled on rye bread.
Beyond Melt
A vegetarian patty layered with cheddar cheese and fried onions, grilled on rye bread. Vegetarian.
Tuna Melt
Tuna mixed with mayonnaise and onions, topped with melted cheddar cheese on grilled rye bread.
Chicken Clubhouse
A triple-decker sandwich featuring chicken breast, avocado, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce and mayonnaise.
🍔 Hamburgers
Burgers served with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, relish and mayonnaise, accompanied by coleslaw and your choice of fries or green salad.
Regular Burger
A 6 oz AAA Angus ground chuck beef patty grilled and served with classic burger toppings.
Beyond Burger
A lightly grilled plant-based burger patty dressed with traditional burger toppings. Vegetarian.
Chicken Burger
A 5 oz charbroiled chicken breast served on a burger bun with fresh vegetables and condiments.
Deluxe Burger
A 6 oz AAA Angus ground chuck beef patty topped with cheddar cheese, mushrooms and bacon.
➕ Side Orders
Additional breakfast and lunch favourites available individually or alongside your meal.
One Egg Any Style
A single egg cooked to your preference.
Toast & Jam
Toasted bread served with jam.
Bagel
A classic bagel.
Ham
A side serving of ham.
Sausages
A side portion of breakfast sausages.
Bacon
A serving of breakfast bacon.
Fruit Bowl
A bowl of fresh fruit.
Pan-Fried Potatoes
Golden potatoes cooked in a pan.
Cream Cheese
A side serving of cream cheese.
Fries
A portion of crispy fries.
Brown Beans
A side of brown beans.
Hollandaise Sauce
A serving of rich hollandaise sauce.
Gravy
A side of savoury gravy.
☕ Non-Alcoholic Beverages
A selection of organic coffee, teas, refreshing juices and soft drinks.
Organic Coffee
Freshly brewed organic coffee with complimentary refills.
Organic Decaf Coffee
Freshly brewed organic decaffeinated coffee.
Tea
Choose from Orange Pekoe, English Breakfast, Green Tea, Peppermint, Earl Grey or Chamomile.
Hot Chocolate
A warm chocolate beverage topped with whipped cream.
Milk
Chilled milk available in regular or large sizes.
Soft Drinks
Choose from Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, 7-Up or iced tea.
Juice
A selection of refreshing fruit juices available in regular or large sizes. Ask your server for current varieties.
🍺 Alcoholic Beverages
A selection of beer, cider and classic breakfast cocktails. Alcoholic beverages are available to guests aged 19 and older with valid government-issued identification.
Extra Dry Apple Cider
A 330 ml serving of crisp, extra-dry apple cider.
Domestic Beer
Choose from Kokanee, Okanagan Spring Pale Ale or Coors Light. Served in 341 ml bottles.
Imported Beer
Heineken imported lager served in a 330 ml bottle.
Caesar
A classic Canadian Caesar cocktail served with lemon and spices, with extra seasoning available upon request. Single or double available.
Boozy Baileys Coffee
Freshly brewed organic coffee with a shot of Baileys Irish Cream. Whipped cream available upon request.
Mimosa
A refreshing combination of sparkling wine and your choice of orange or grapefruit juice.
⭐ The Basic on Davie Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Eggs Benedict
One of the most frequently praised breakfast choices, with diners particularly enjoying the hollandaise sauce and accompanying potatoes.
The Brit
A hearty breakfast favourite that regularly earns recommendations for its satisfying portions.
The Mess
A substantial breakfast featuring scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, popular with guests looking for a filling start to the day.
Chorizo Eggs Benedict
A flavourful variation on the breakfast classic that has developed a following among returning customers.
Blueberry Pancakes
A popular sweet breakfast choice, often ordered with bacon or sausages.
French Toast
A traditional diner favourite enjoyed as part of the restaurant's generous breakfast combinations.
Breakfast Potatoes
The pan-fried potatoes receive enthusiastic praise for their crisp edges and soft centres.
Corned Beef Hash
A substantial breakfast dish that diners regularly recommend alongside eggs and potatoes.
Vegetable Hash
A popular meat-free breakfast choice praised for its generous selection of vegetables.
Avocado Eggs Benedict
A frequently recommended variation on eggs Benedict, particularly popular with guests seeking a lighter breakfast combination.
🍽️ Dining Experience
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Classic Neighbourhood Diner
Traditional breakfasts, familiar comfort food and straightforward service define this longtime Davie Street restaurant.
More Than 35 Years of History
Formerly known as Joe's Grill, the restaurant has longstanding roots in Vancouver's neighbourhood dining scene.
Relaxed, Unpretentious Atmosphere
A casual dining room and friendly staff create an approachable setting for everyday meals.
Davie Village Character
The restaurant reflects the welcoming, lively atmosphere of Vancouver's West End and Davie Village.
Outdoor Patio
Sidewalk patio seating provides an opportunity to enjoy breakfast or lunch while taking in the neighbourhood atmosphere.
Generous Breakfasts
Large servings of eggs, pancakes, Benedicts and breakfast potatoes are a recurring highlight.
Friendly Regulars' Spot
Longtime customers return for familiar meals, welcoming staff and a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Solo Dining
The informal setting makes The Basic a comfortable place to enjoy breakfast and coffee alone.
Breakfast with Friends
The casual dining room is well suited to relaxed morning meals and weekend catch-ups.
Busy Weekend Mornings
The restaurant can become lively during popular breakfast and brunch periods.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Davie Village Street Parking
Street parking in the surrounding West End can be limited, particularly during busy breakfast and brunch periods.
Walkable West End Location
The restaurant is conveniently situated for residents, hotel guests and visitors exploring Downtown Vancouver on foot.
Davie Street Transit
Public transit along Davie Street provides an alternative to driving into the neighbourhood.
Sidewalk Patio
Outdoor seating offers an alternative to the indoor dining room when the patio is open.
📍 Landmarks & Location
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Davie Village
Located on Davie Street in the heart of Vancouver's lively Davie Village neighbourhood.
Vancouver's West End
Situated in the West End, a walkable residential neighbourhood known for independent restaurants and cafés.
Davie Street
Positioned along one of Downtown Vancouver's best-known streets for neighbourhood dining and local businesses.
St. Paul's Hospital
A short walk from St. Paul's Hospital, making The Basic a convenient breakfast or lunch stop for visitors to the area.
Rainbow Crosswalk
Close to the colourful rainbow crosswalk at Davie and Bute, a recognizable Davie Village landmark.
Nelson Park
Within walking distance of Nelson Park, a popular green space in the West End.
📱 Ordering Options
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Breakfast
Traditional breakfast plates, eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast and breakfast hashes are central to the menu.
Brunch
Sweet and savoury breakfast favourites are available for relaxed morning and midday dining.
Lunch
Sandwiches, burgers, soups and other casual diner dishes provide alternatives to breakfast.
Takeout
Customers can order meals to enjoy at home, at work or while visiting Vancouver.
Delivery
Customers have ordered meals through Uber Eats, including breakfast dishes and other diner favourites.
Outdoor Dining
The sidewalk patio offers seasonal outdoor seating along Davie Street.
Coffee
Fresh coffee and refills are a longstanding part of the restaurant's traditional breakfast experience.
Breakfast Cocktails
Mimosas and Caesars are available for guests who enjoy a cocktail with brunch.
Vegetarian Choices
Meat-free breakfast options include vegetable hash and selected egg-based dishes.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
Service Is a Major Strength
Friendly, attentive and personable servers receive some of the most consistent praise in customer reviews.
Breakfast Potatoes Stand Out
The pan-fried potatoes are repeatedly singled out for their crisp texture and satisfying preparation.
Generous Portions
Many diners appreciate the substantial breakfast plates, with some finding the servings large enough to keep them full for hours.
A Comfortable Neighbourhood Favourite
Regulars describe The Basic as a familiar, welcoming diner where they enjoy returning for breakfast and coffee.
Eggs Benedict Earns Praise
Traditional and specialty Benedicts are among the dishes most frequently recommended by returning guests.
Friendly Staff Make It Memorable
Several servers are mentioned by name, reflecting the personal service that helps bring customers back.
Quick Service Is Common
Many visitors report receiving their meals promptly, even when the restaurant is busy.
A Good Choice for Traditional Breakfasts
Customers appreciate the straightforward selection of eggs, bacon, sausages, pancakes and other diner staples.
Food Quality Can Vary
While many guests enjoy their meals, others describe inconsistent cooking, food temperatures or seasoning.
Pricing Divides Opinion
Some diners consider the portions good value, while others feel certain breakfast dishes are expensive for traditional diner food.
Weekend Service Can Slow Down
Although service is generally praised, some visitors report longer waits or reduced attentiveness during busy periods.
A Nostalgic Diner Atmosphere
Longtime customers appreciate the unpretentious setting and familiar breakfast experience.
Sources
Links used to compile this restaurant’s menu and dining information.
- The Basic on Davie Menu (opens in a new tab)View the restaurant's menu at the linked source to confirm current prices, availability, and menu details.
