ABOUT
THE STORY
OF CHICKPEA
In the beginning, it was all about hummus.
Made from a delicious mixture of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil and spices, hummus is an essential part of virtually every Middle Eastern menu.
So that’s where it all started: the simple desire to provide Vancouver with an authentic version
of a Mediterranean favourite.
Once Chef Itamar Shani began experimenting with recipes,
however, he couldn’t stop.
Soon we had expanded way beyond hummus
and were creating a profusion of other dishes inspired by the intricately layered flavours of the Middle East.
We invited family and friends to the table,
but everyone wanted more -
and that’s when the Chickpea Food Truck was born.
Our downtown parking spot at Howe and Cordova attracted wandering tourists and the hungry Vancouver business crowd. It wasn’t long before we were cruising the festival scene, participating in farmers markets
and teaming up with local breweries.
As word got out, our customer base grew and in 2017,
only a year after we launched the food truck,
we opened a cosy storefront on Main Street
in the bumping neighbourhood of Riley Park.
In addition to serving awesome, plant-based food,
our passions have always included community involvement and environmental awareness.
Using wholesome vegan ingredients prepared with love,
we work hard every day to nourish people
and maintain a minimal footprint on our planet.
We also enjoy partnering with community centered projects that highlight the growing needs of our diverse
Vancouver family.
We’re a funky, friendly bunch of folks
determined to change the world one chickpea at a time. Come visit us at the food truck or the restaurant, enjoy a great meal and help us spread the Chickpeace!
RESTAURANT
Monday 10:00am-10:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am-10:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am-10:00pm
Thursday 10:00am-10:00pm
Friday 9:00am -11:00pm
Saturday 9:00am- 11:00pm
Sunday 9:00am -11:00pm
RESERVATIONS
See where our truck is via our truck locator