If you’re craving late-night eats in Vancouver, don’t settle for the usual fast-food joints.
Quick recommendations: lively atmosphere of Sing Sing Beer Bar to the sweet indulgence at Duffin’s Donuts, these spots are sure to hit the spot, regardless of what time your hunger strikes.
We’ve compiled a list of 12 top-notch late-night restaurants in the city, perfect for satisfying your midnight cravings.
1. Gringo
Gringo, a colorful and lively spot, satisfies late-night taco cravings with its creative tacos and cocktails. Try the Austin Tacos for a mix of smokey beef, slaw, and corn chips, or the Wilbur for a hearty experience with Mazatlan-style pork butt and pickled onions. Enjoy their unique cocktails like Bourbarita and Son Of A Beach for a complete late-night dining adventure.
What to order: Austin Tacos, Encino Tacos, Wilbur Tacos, Bourbarita, Son Of A Beach
Address:
-27 Blood Alley Square, Vancouver, BC V6B 0C4
-1074 Davie Street
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2. Duffin’s Donuts
Duffin’s Donuts is a haven for donut lovers, offering over 35 flavors at an affordable price. Beyond donuts, they serve hot tortas (subs), Chinese food, some of the city’s better fried chicken, and all-day breakfast. The variety and value make Duffin’s a top pick for group snacks or a late-night treat, whether you’re craving something sweet or savoury.
What to order: donuts, hot tortas, Chinese food, fried chicken
Address: 1391 E 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5W 3R9
3. Social YVR
Situated in the bustling Commercial Drive, Social YVR stands out for its casual, modern vibe. Whether dining inside or on the rooftop patio, you’ll enjoy a diverse menu from vegan bowls to steak and pasta. Highlights include Tamarind Chili Sauce Chicken Wings and Chicken Karaage Baos.
Complement your meal with their Raspberry Margarita and Peach Fuzz cocktails.
What to order: Tamarind Chili Sauce Chicken Wings, Chicken Karaage Baos, Beef Chow Fun Noodles, Raspberry Margharita, Peach Fuzz
Address: 1812 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A5
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4. Sing Sing Beer Bar
Located in Mount Pleasant, Sing Sing Beer Bar is the perfect late-night destination for pizza, pho, and craft beer. The bar features an extensive selection of local craft beers, including offerings from Steel & Oak, 33 Acres, Strange Fellows, and more.
Enjoy their wide range of ales, lagers, pale ales, sours, and ciders in a modern cafeteria setting with long tables.
What to order: Premium ales & bitters, Lagers & Pilsners, Pale Ales, Sours, Ciders
Address: 2718 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E8
5. Zabu Chicken
Experience Korean drama-inspired ambiance at Zabu Chicken, the go-to place in Vancouver for Korean Fried Chicken. Open until midnight, enjoy the dim lighting and Kpop music while indulging in their signature yang nyum fried chicken, half-and-half spicy original fried chicken, and ra-bokki. Pair these with a soju cocktail for a complete experience. It’s a bustling spot perfect for embracing Korean culinary culture.
Address: 1635 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C8
6. No.9 Restaurant
Legendary for its 24/7 service, No.9 is the ultimate spot for post-night-out Asian comfort food. With an extensive, affordable menu featuring pork ball congee, hot pot, wonton noodles, yin yang prawns, and Western options like burgers and mac and cheese, it’s always ready to satisfy your hunger.
Its enormous parking lot and year-round open doors make it a reliable choice for any time cravings.
What to order: pork ball congee, hot pot, wonton noodles, yin yang prawns, burgers, mac and cheese
Address: 5300 Number 3 Rd #812, Richmond, BC V6X 2X9
7. Pho Extreme Xe Lua
Satisfy your late-night Vietnamese cravings at Pho Extreme Xe Lua. Open 24 hours and conveniently located across from Broadway City Hall Skytrain Station, it’s the ideal spot for pho enthusiasts. Ensure you try their spring rolls – so good you’ll want your own plate.
Just remember, it’s a cash-only establishment, perfect for those late-night warriors seeking a fulfilling meal.
What to order: spring rolls
Address: 457 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 4A8
8. Lucy’s Eastside Diner
This vintage diner, open until late, serves all-day breakfast, homemade apple pie, and comfort food like Mac N’ Cheese & Pulled Pork Hoagie, Lucy’s Meatloaf, and Cinnamon French Toast. Famous for its boozy milkshakes like the “blow my mint” (Kahlua and creme de cacao mint milkshake), Lucy’s offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for late-night dining or a quick, satisfying meal.
What to order: Mac N’ Cheese & Pulled Pork Hoagie, Lucy’s Meatloaf, Cinnamon French Toast
Address: 2708 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C7
9. Breka Bakery
Breka Bakery, with five locations open 24 hours, is ideal for late-night study or work sessions. Choose from a wide range of desserts and baked goods like dark chocolate raspberry scones, cheesecake brownies, and various donuts. They also offer soups, sandwiches, quiches, and chicken pot pie, making it a versatile choice for any meal, paired with their quality coffee.
What to order: dark chocolate raspberry scone, cheesecake brownie, donuts. soups, sandwiches, quiches, chicken pot pie
Address:
-Kitsilano 3750 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6R 1P3
-Fraserhood 6533 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5X 3T4
-Robson 812 Bute St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Y4
-Denman 821 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2L7
-Davie 855 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1B7
10. Denny’s
Craving breakfast at midnight? Denny’s offers a classic all-American dining experience 24/7. From grand slams to chorizo benny, alongside sweet treats like cinnamon roll pancakes and tres leches pancakes, it’s a haven for night owls.
Denny’s is also known for its birthday special – a free Grand Slam to celebrate your special day.
What to order: grand slam, chorizo benny, cinnamon roll pancakes, tres leches pancakes
Address:
-1098 Davie St. Vancouver BC V6E 1M3
-10211 St Edwards Dr. Richmond BC V6X 2M9
-5605 Kingsway, Burnaby BC V5H 2G4
11. Congee Noodle House
For late-night Chinese food, Congee Noodle House is a go-to spot. Open 24 hours, it offers reasonably priced dishes like wonton noodle, crispy seafood chow mein, minced pork congee with preserved egg, and Chinese donuts. It’s a great alternative when you can’t venture out to Richmond, providing soul-warming congee and other Chinese delicacies.
What to order: wonton noodle, crispy seafood chow mein, minced pork congee with preserved egg, Chinese donuts
Address: 141 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W1
12. Church’s Chicken
A staple in Vancouver’s late-night food scene, Church’s Chicken, with multiple 24-hour locations, is a must-try. Known for their crispy, juicy fried chicken, it’s a local favorite, also featuring on our Best Fried Chicken in Vancouver list.
Whether ending a night out or enjoying a Kdrama marathon, Church’s Chicken delivers the perfect comfort food, available for delivery via Skip The Dishes & Fantuan.
What to order: fried chicken
Address:
-Fraser (24 hrs) 5704 Fraser Street, E 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z5
-Main (24 hrs) 3425 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3M9
-Kingsway (24 hrs drive through) 2504 Kingsway &, Slocan St, Vancouver, BC V5R 5G9
-Richmond Cambie (24 hrs) 11580 Cambie Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1L5
-East Hastings (until 11PM) 2304 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V5
-Garden City (24 hrs) 120-9100 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 3X9
13. Fire Pizza
Located in East Vancouver, Fire Pizza offers a range of fresh, classic, and creative pizzas, including vegan options. Meat lovers should try the Honey Garlic Pork, while the Pepperoni and Spinach and Feta pizzas are also must-tries, especially with a lemon juice drizzle.
What to order: Spinach & Feta, Honey Garlic Pork, Pepperoni, Chicken Bacon Ranch
Address: 1918 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5N 4A7
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Looking for restaurants open late in Vancouver can be an intimidating task. Finding a place that is going to be open and has the type of food you want to eat is a tall order for sure.
These late night food spots are open around the clock, ready to satisfy your midnight cravings and help you refuel.
Looking for more food spots? Well, take a look at our picks of the best restaurants in Vancouver!
How We Create Our “Best” Lists
All Noms Magazine’s “best” lists are created using multiple factors and signals to help readers find the best restaurants, things to do, and places to stay at. Some of these factors and signs include personal experiences, correspondence with locals, and compiling experiences from review sites.
Each list is also created to be balanced (in terms of price, cuisine type, ambiance, and more) as possible. This means that the lists are not specifically created in ranking order. You should be comfortable picking from any of the spots on the list and generally have a good time. But of course, YMMV (your mileage may vary) and everyone may have different experiences/palates.