Commercial Drive known as "The Drive" is such a well known and much loved street that it has inspired a number of websites.

Here is a list of some of "The Drive" informational webistes.

The Drive on the Web - A street with its own web site? This isn't just any street!! It's a diverse pocket of commerce and lifestyles, with restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops for all tastes, some of the coolest shopping in Vancouver, and a full spectrum of recreation and entertainment...... it's an Urban Adventure!

Commercial Drive Neighbourhood - It's always happening on The Drive. Come experience our authentic Italian coffee bars, fine dining, live music & theatre, art exhibits, and unique shopping.

Commercial Drive Business Society - Commercial Drive's Italian roots, complemented by its multi-national diversity, and vibrant art community makes for a treasure trove of shopping finds and experiences! – the perfect fusion of community, art, and commerce!

More info about the drive....

BC Passport - Insider's guide to Vancouver. If you're looking for a manicured mega mall, Commercial Drive is not for you. If you're looking for funky, ethnic, hip stuff, it's probably just the place. The interesting part starts at the north end around Venables Street. Locals call this place The Drive.

Vancouver Magazine - The first thing to know about Commercial is that it is not a street. Calling it one is a dead giveaway that you're not from around here. "The Drive," as it's reverentially called, stretches from Venables Street to East 10th Avenue and is not so much a shopping district as a way of life.

Guest Life Publications - Commercial Drive, Vancouver’s bohemian neighbourhood. Once the home of Vancouver’s Italian community, “The Drive” is now a mini United Nations.