'The Mariah Carey of the Philippines' was spotted at a Vancouver restaurant

Jun 11 2026, 5:25 pm

Vancouver has an all-star food lineup, and stars from around the globe have taken notice. Most recently, Jose Mari Chan (a.k.a. “The Mariah Carey of the Philippines”) was spotted at Vancouver’s Cardero’s Restaurant.

“The Mariah Carey of the Philippines, Jose Mari Chan, spreading cheer at Cardero’s, one Christmas carol at a time. Thank you for visiting us!” wrote the restaurant on Instagram.

Chan, who also holds the moniker of the “Father of Filipino Christmas,” received the nicknames due to how popular his music is during the holiday season, similar to how Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” becomes popular during the winter.

As for Cardero’s, the restaurant is best known for its waterfront views, sunny patio, and solid menu featuring a selection of share plates alongside seafood, steaks, handhelds, and more. It’s also been hailed as one of the best restaurants for tourists to visit when in Vancouver.

Other recent celebrity sightings around Vancouver include Hudson Williams, Seth Rogen, and Alan Doyle.

Cardero’s Restaurant

Address: 1583 Coal Harbour Quay, Vancouver

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