Key takeaways
Minors with a guardian are welcome until 9pm.
Leashed dogs are welcome on the patio.
Book online 2 hours to 4 weeks ahead (no Wednesday reservations). Email us for large groups.
Every neighbourhood needs a place like this. Somewhere the server knows your order, the dog gets a pat on the way in, and the kids can share a plate of fries with you before bedtime. Before we were East Side Craft House, this corner was the Elephant Walk Pub. Since 2012, our family has run it as a true neighbourhood pub.
Finding a family-friendly pub in Vancouver can be tricky, since most pubs are 19+ only. This post covers everything you need to know before your first visit: kids, dogs, parking, reservations and a few extras you might not expect.
Bringing Kids to a Family-Friendly Pub in Vancouver
Under our Family Foodservice permit, kids are welcome with a parent or guardian until 9pm. After 9pm, all guests must be 19+ with two pieces of ID. We don't have a kids' menu, high chairs or change tables, and we ask that kids stay seated during their visit.
That said, plenty of families come in regularly. Chicken Strips, Perogies, fries and Chips and Salsa are easy wins for young eaters, and the early evening is a relaxed time to visit.
Dogs on the Patio
Leashed dogs are more than welcome on our patio, and our staff love to say hello. Service dogs can go anywhere in the building. We do ask that loud or aggressive dogs head home, so everyone can enjoy their visit.
Where to Park
Parking is easier than you'd think. We have a five-spot lot behind the building on the south side. There's street parking on Lanark, Dumfries and 39th. Parking on 41st Avenue is free after 7pm, and Knight Street is free on weekends or after 6pm on weekdays.
Reservations and Large Groups
Book online anywhere from two hours to four weeks ahead. We don't take reservations on Wednesdays, since Wing Wednesday is walk-in only. We always keep some seats open for walk-ins, though groups of four or more may wait during peak hours.
Planning a party, team dinner or special event? Email us at info@eastsidecrafthouse.com and we'll help you figure out the best way to host it.
Keno, Pull Tabs and Sports
Feeling lucky? We have small-stakes games including Pull-Tabs, Keno, Pacific Hold'em and Toto bets on touch-screen machines. On the screens, we show NFL Sunday Ticket, the popular NHL, CFL and MLB games, plus Monday night NHL on Sportsnet+.
Delivery and Takeout
Can't make it in? Order delivery from our website or on third-party apps like Uber Eats, where we're rated 4.7 from more than 5,000 ratings. We don't have our own drivers and can't take delivery orders by phone. Delivery runs from 11:30am to 11:45pm.
“Just a nice neighbourhood pub with decent food, good beer and good attitude staff. Vancouver used to be full of such places, now sadly they are few and far between.”
Google review, July 2026
What to Order at a Family-Friendly Pub in Vancouver
First time in? Here's what our regulars recommend. For the table, Poutine and Chips and Salsa. For the grown-ups, the Smash Burger or the Butter Chicken Rice Bowl. For the kids, Chicken Strips with fries or a plate of Perogies. And for dessert, a slice of Chocolate Cake or Carrot Cake to share.
Visiting a family-friendly pub in Vancouver earlier in the evening is usually the easiest option. The room is calmer, the kitchen is quick and you'll be well ahead of the 9pm cutoff for minors. Breakfast runs until 2pm every day, which makes a late-morning family brunch another great option.
If you're celebrating a birthday or a family get-together, let us know when you book. As a family-friendly pub in Vancouver run by a family, we love being part of your celebrations.
See You on 41st
Whether you're bringing the kids for an early dinner, the dog for a patio afternoon or the whole crew for trivia, we'd love to have you. Book a table or just walk in. Our door is open every day from 11:30am to midnight.
Plan your visit
1445 E 41st Ave · Open daily 11:30am to midnight. Book a table →
Frequently asked questions
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Yes. Minors with a guardian are welcome until 9pm under our Family Foodservice permit.
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Yes. We have a 5-spot lot plus street parking on Lanark, Dumfries, 39th, 41st (free after 7pm) and Knight.
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Yes. Email info@eastsidecrafthouse.com and we’ll help plan it.