Local Food

4 Food Challenges in Greater Vancouver

Is “all-you-can-eat” your favourite phrase? You’re in luck – these venues around Greater Vancouver offer food challenges that will test your limits 

By Michael Small /

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Lucy’s Eastside Diner – 2708 Main Street, Vancouver

Think you can down a six-patty burger, 12 pieces of bacon, six slices of cheese, sides of poutine and mac & cheese, plus a 24 oz. milkshake? Did we mention the burger swaps out buns for grilled cheese sandwiches?

Twenty-one diners have been up to the task at Lucy’s Eastside Diner, with one speedster completing the challenge in six minutes and 52 seconds. Finish in under 20 minutes and you’ll get your picture on the wall of fame and your $30 meal is on the house.

Watch Us take on the challenge…



Anton’s Pasta Bar – 4260 East Hastings Street, Burnaby

Anton’s pasta portions are notoriously generous, and one dish can easily feed two people – twice! Finish a plate all by yourself and you’ll win a commemorative pen along with major bragging rights.



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Burger Heaven – 77 10th Street, New Westminster

Burger Heaven‘s Mile High Burger features two and a half pounds of meat (eight patties) along with all the fixings. Not enough of a challenge? It’s served with a pound of wedge fries, just in case you’re really hungry. There’s no time limit, and if you finish everything, your victory will be immortalized with a photo on the wall.



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The Hog Shack – #160, 3900 Bayview Street, Steveston

The Hog Shack‘s aptly named Flatline Burger features two six-ounce patties and double fixings wedged between two grilled cheese sandwiches, served with your choice of salad or fries. Finish it in five minutes or less and your meal is free, plus – you guessed it – you get your photo on the wall.