'Heartbroken': Michelin-recommended Vancouver restaurant closes

May 29 2025, 7:20 pm

One of Vancouver’s Michelin-recognized restaurants has closed its doors. Downtown dining destination Archer has shuttered after 2.5 years of operation.

The restaurant opened in 2022 with a selection of modern bites like sablefish with herb spätzle and seared five-spice duck, all served in a swanky 2,400-square-foot space.

Situated at 1152 Alberni St., Archer was located in a busy downtown district dotted with luxury shops and high-end restaurants. The restaurant’s contemporary North American fare earned it a spot on Michelin’s prestigious recommended list in 2023.

Now, a few years later, the restaurant shared it was “heartbroken” to break the news to followers.

After two and a half incredible years on Alberni Street and the honour of being recognized twice by the Michelin Guide we are heartbroken to share that Archer has closed its doors.

While this chapter has come to an end, we see it not as a goodbye, but as a pause as we thoughtfully consider what’s next. We are deeply grateful to our team, our guests, and the Vancouver community for embracing Archer and helping us create something truly special.

Thank you to everyone who dined with us, supported us, and believed in our vision.

With heartfelt appreciation,
The Archer Team

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Address: 1152 Alberni St., Vancouver

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