Japanese restaurant chain closes final Canadian location in Metro Vancouver
After over a decade of operation, Pepper Lunch has closed its Richmond location. What hurts even more is that this was the final location of the Japanese hot plate restaurant in Canada.
“Thank you for being a part of our journey,” said the restaurant in a post shared to its now-deleted Facebook. “With heartfelt gratitude to our loyal guests, dedicated team, and the Richmond community.”
The restaurant chain is best known for its DIY teppanyaki, which is served in personal hot skillets delivered to your table.
Pepper Lunch Canada/Facebook
“Starting on the bustling streets in the outskirts of Tokyo over 30 years ago, Pepper Lunch embarked on a culinary journey, blending traditional Japanese cooking with a modern do-it-yourself dining experience. We have since spread the sizzle to millions of customers across three continents,” wrote the restaurant on its website.
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The Richmond restaurant officially closed its doors on May 31, 2026. Will you miss the restaurant? Let us know in the comments.
Pepper Lunch Richmond
Address:Ā 4791 McClelland Rd. #1625, Richmond
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