11 highly anticipated restaurants opening in Vancouver soon
Heads up, Vancouver, there are plenty of delicious eats coming your way.
Vancouver’s restaurant scene is always evolving, and with that comes a host of new restaurants coming to our city. Whether you’re looking for your next favourite cafe or a spot for some late-night drinks with your pals, there’s something opening in Vancouver we think you’ll be excited about.
From a new matcha bar brought to us by a beloved pop-up to a fresh dining destination in Yaletown, these are some highly anticipated restaurants opening in Vancouver soon.
Bevel
Interior of Bevel (Text Me When You Land Hospitality)
Expected to open sometime this summer, Bevel will be a 2,800 sq. ft. restaurant with 140 seats that is centred around a bar area, alongside a dining room and an all-season patio that will be launching on opening day.
As for menu specifics, Hang said the team is still working on the details and couldn’t share much. However, what she could share was that pizza will be making an appearance, with a dough recipe that Chef Christiansen has been working on for over three years. Expect a selection of New York-style pizza with that signature crispy, thin crust.
Address:Â 1165 Mainland St., Vancouver
Blaze Gourmet Burgers — Port Moody
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Local burger chain Blaze Gourmet Burgers is gearing up to open a brand-new location in Port Moody.
The spot is known best for its signature burgers (like its popular Sizzle Melt, which is a cheeseburger served in a pool of melty cheese), alongside a selection of beef, chicken, and vegan options. Think familiar options like its Classic Blaze (cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and Blaze sauce) or fancier options like its Truffle Mushroom Blaze (Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, truffle-infused sauteed mushroom, and Blaze sauce) and Busan Chicken (buttermilk fried chicken coated with home-made Korean sauce, pickled red onion, lettuce, and Blaze sauce).
Blaze Gourmet Burgers in Port Moody is expected to open its doors later this month.
Address:Â 4-55 Electronic Ave., Port Moody
French Creek Pub
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Like us, many were surprised when Burgoo announced that it would be closing the doors to its downtown Vancouver location. Now, shortly after the restaurant officially closed its doors, we know what will be taking its place: French Creek Pub.
“What started as a local pub by the harbour on Vancouver Island has grown into something truly special, and we cannot wait to bring the energy, atmosphere, great food, and community spirit of French Creek Pub to the big city,” wrote the pub on its Instagram.
Originally located on Vancouver Island, French Creek Pub has been operating for 40 years, according to its website.
On the menu, you can find a selection of pub favourites. Think burgers, drinks, and award-winning fish and chips.
Address:Â 1100 Burrard St. #101, Vancouver
Maria Celeste
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This summer, Vancouver will soon learn what the “spirit of the tasca” means with the opening of Maria Celeste, a new restaurant brought to us by hospitality veterans and brothers Justin and Cristian Isidro, named in tribute to their mother.
Joining the many loved restaurants in Vancouver’s Fraserhood, this will be an intimate, 36-seat Portuguese restaurant that will act as a tribute to Portugal’s cherished tascas, which the team said are “everyday neighbourhood gathering places, where food, wine, and conversation unfold naturally.”
“Tascas were always about more than what was on the table,” said Justin. “They were about the community and being a welcoming place for everyone. Our goal with Maria Celeste is to capture the familial essence that flows through these culinary institutions scattered throughout Portugal. There’s nothing quite like it in Vancouver yet.”
Address:Â 4181 Fraser St., Vancouver
Les Faux Bourgeois
Bistro Burger (Juno Kim/Les Faux)
The team behind much-loved restaurants like Selene Aegean Bistro, AMA, and Nammos Estiatorio is gearing up to launch a new restaurant… well, sort of.
Gaia House has recently shared that it will soon be the operator behind the beloved French bistro Les Faux Bourgeois, which has been in operation for nearly two decades.
“Les Faux Bourgeois has always held a strong identity and our role is not to reinvent it, but to steward its legacy while still bringing something fresh and new to the table,” said Yianni Kerasiotis, who co-founded Gaia House with his brother Petro. “This is why we say Vancouver’s newest restaurant is 18 years old. We’re preserving the warmth, approachability, and unpretentious elegance, and at the same time, introducing a renewed sense of energy to the experience.”
At the revamped Les Faux, the menu will continue to celebrate the classic French bistro fare that it has been known for, with a focus on hyper-local ingredients and family-style dining.
Address:Â 663 E. 15th Ave., Vancouver
Emeri Matcha Bar
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You may recognize the name Emeri from its pop-ups taking place across Vancouver over the past year. Here, co-founders Josephine Au and Justin Ng offered patrons the opportunity to find the perfect tasting matcha.
Address:Â 2833 Main St., Vancouver
Ông Bà Vietnamese Eatery — Coquitlam
Rendering of Ong Ba’s new Coquitlam location
After closing the doors to its original Vancouver location on Denman Street, Ông Bà Vietnamese Eatery is preparing to return in a big way with a larger location set to open in Coquitlam this summer.
Ông Bà shared that this decision to move comes from something deeply personal for the team: the desire to create a space where more people can experience the warmth, comfort, and sense of family that has always been at the heart of the restaurant.
“We wanted to build a place where people can slow down, gather around the table, and create memories together,” said Viet, co-owner and son of the restaurant’s namesakes, who operates it with his wife Quynh. “A space filled with warmth, conversation, and the feeling of being cared for. That’s what our parents taught us — food is not just about eating, it’s about bringing people together like family.”
“Ă”ng BĂ ” means “grandparents” in Vietnamese, with Viet’s grandparents being Bố and Máşą.
The new location will feature more tables to gather with your family, as well as a full bar and an expanded menu where more of Máşą’s recipes can shine. It also coincides with a brand refresh for Ă”ng BĂ , which includes a new logo showing Bố and Máşą later in life, representing the happy ending of their journey.
Address: 1045-1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Ramen Danbo — Main Street
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Ramen Danbo is considered by many to be one of the best in the city, and it will now be opening in the Riley Park-Little Mountain neighbourhood.
“Preparation for our new location is well underway,” shared the restaurant.
Currently, it operates four other restaurants in the province: one in Kitsilano at 1833 W. 4th Ave., one in Kerrisdale at 2277 W. 41st Ave., one in downtown Vancouver at 1333 Robson St., and another at 2277 W. 41st Ave. in North Vancouver, along with its outposts in Seattle and New York.
Address:Â 3982 Main St., Vancouver
Macu Tea Burquitlam
Macu Tea
Macu Tea shared with Dished that it will be opening a new location in Burnaby this summer, with signs of the storefront going up yesterday.
“The North Road location represents a vital chapter in our journey within British Columbia,” said the Macu Tea project team. “With signage now visible to the public, we are excited to invite the community to join us this summer for an unparalleled tea experience that celebrates freshness and craftsmanship.”
Aside from a projected summer opening, an exact date for the store’s launch has yet to be announced. However, it did share that grand opening festivities will include exclusive promotions and the debut of seasonal menu items.
Address:Â 4331 North Rd., Burnaby
EntrecĂ´te Restaurant
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EntrecĂ´te Restaurant is expected to open its doors sometime this summer, specializing in the art of steak frites.
“Inspired by the legendary Parisian tradition, we serve premium cuts of entrecĂ´te, cooking to perfection and crowned with our signature secret sauce — a recipe crafted over months of refinement,” writes the restaurant on its website.
Currently, it lists just three things on its menu: a fresh green walnut salad, the aforementioned steak frites, and dessert.
Address:Â 12 Water St., Vancouver
Eggslut Vancouver
While no concrete location and opening date have been announced, Eggslut recently announced it was eyeing Vancouver for future expansion.
This news came shortly after the opening of the chain’s first Canadian location in Toronto on April 30 (with a second Toronto location scheduled to open later this year).
Founded in Los Angeles in 2011, the breakfast destination quickly became popular for its elevated take on classic breakfast sandwiches. Since then, it has expanded throughout the U.S., U.K., Japan, and Australia.
“Eggslut started with a simple idea: take something familiar and make it exceptional,” said Andy Lee, co-owner of Eggslut. “From a food truck in Los Angeles to a global following, we’ve stayed focused on quality, consistency, and intention.”
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