The fall season signals many things: cooler weather, and a need for warm or cozy drinks, the start of the holiday season, and all things spooky. And right on time for all things fall are a handful of new restaurants, cafes, and takeout restaurants in Vancouver.
These are places to gather for the holidays, enjoying a pretty latte or warm drink, or for a hearty and homecooked meal. Plus, there are a few dining events in Vancouver this season to help celebrate all the best parts of fall, including Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Oktoberfest.
Sushi Umi
The Sushi Umi name may sound familiar already, especially for those in North Vancouver. The local restaurant started with their original North Vancouver Sushi Umi and were excited to expand with a second location this past August. Visit them in the new Fairview location to try their famous platters of nigiri, rolls, sashimi, and more.
Where: 3121 Granville St.
Perfecto Café
The much-loved and local Perfecto Café are now on Robson! Perfecto Café, known for its beautiful drinks and latte art, opened its second Vancouver location on Robson late this past summer. Now, locals can grab their photo-worthy beverages from there or the OG Davie Street location.
Where: 1502 Robson St.
La Forchetta
This new cozy Italian restaurant in Burnaby is a new place to gather, enjoy a drink, and indulge in La Forechetta’s handmade pastas. La Forchetta provides a menu of classic and authentic Italian cuisine with some menu items including a modern flare or twist. Stand by and watch the restaurant’s socials for the La Forchetta wine nights.
Where: 5601 Hastings St., Burnaby
Nonna’s Cucina
Next up, Italian street food! While some Italian restaurants offer the finer side of the country’s cuisine, places like the new Nonna’s Cucina provide the finer side of the casual Italian food. The new spot on Commercial Drive offer an array of meal and snack items like hearty sandwiches and plates of pasta.
Where: 1728 Commercial Drive
El Gato Gab Gab
With Vancouver’s new El Gato Gab Gab you get a brand-new spot for drinks with friends, a quick snack, a full meal, and above all else, great-tasting Mexican food. The food menu is filled with authentic flavours from dishes like barbacoa beef taco, chorizo con huevo botanas, or lamb shank birria tacos, to name a few. El Gato Gab Gab also have an extensive menu of unique craft cocktails.
Where: 2650 Main St.
Annabelle’s
The new Annabelle’s Café in Chinatown opened this past summer and are creating buzz around their fresh-daily pastries. The smaller, but oh-so-cozy shop serve their pastries along with their second signature treat: gelato! And as a full café, Annabelle’s also provide a menu of hot and cold coffee/tea drinks.
Where: 620 Quebec St.
Tequila Lounge
As one of Gastown’s newest Mexican-inspired restaurants and clubs, the Tequila Lounge has a lot to offer! During the week, the Lounge is open 11-11 for brunch, lunch, or dinner. And on the weekends, the Tequila Lounge is open late with DJ or live music, special event weekends, and a dancefloor. The menu is filled with traditional dishes, and Mexican cuisine with the Tequila Lounge’s own twist.
Where: 136 W Cordova St.
Onigiri Ya
The concept for Vancouver’s new Onigiri Ya is grab-and-go. They create the perfect takeout snack or meal for picnics, when in a rush, or when simply in the neighbourhood. This also means that all of their menu items are perfectly packaged for a takeout situation and are easy to eat on to go.
Where: 545 W Broadway
Food & Drink Events this Fall in Vancouver
The Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-up Bar
The Black Lagoon Pop-up promises an all-out-immersive Halloween experience. The organization runs the pop-up bars all across North America with the Vancouver experience taking place at Butcher & Bullock for all of October, including Halloween.
When: October 1-31, 2024
Where: Butcher & Bullock, 911 West Pender St.
Thanksgiving Meal Specials in Vancouver
Take the stress out of finding a turkey, cooking the meal, and all the prep or cleanup that comes with a Thanksgiving gathering with the help of these Vancouver restaurants.
- Grab a turkey, or other types of festive meals, to go to enjoy at home from The Belgard Kitchen, H Tasting Lounge, Mon Pitou, Luigi & Sons, or Blue Hat Bakery Café.
- Elevate the holiday meal experience with plated dinners from Honey & Salt, Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant, Dockside Restaurant, or the Sylvia Hotel.
- Guarantee everyone in your family or group is left full and satisfied with the variety of these Thanksgiving buffets from Notch 8 or ARC Restaurant.