Vancouver has seen a surprising wave of restaurant closures over the past few weeks.
Some longtime favourites are saying goodbye after more than a decade, while others announced their final days for November or even the end of the year.
A few of these closures sparked huge reactions online, especially the ones with long histories or unexpected twists.
Here are all the Vancouver restaurant closures from late October and November so far.
1. Floata Seafood Restaurant
Floata Seafood Restaurant, once the city’s go to spot for dim sum feasts and massive wedding banquets, is closing after 30 years in Chinatown.
The lease could not be renewed, leaving 1,000 empty seats and a huge question mark over one of Vancouver’s most iconic dining spaces.
See more details here
2. The Poor Italian
The Poor Italian on the East Side is saying goodbye after 16 years of serving rustic pasta, seasonal specials and warm, family style dinners.
Regulars still have until December 21 to enjoy a final plate of their homestyle dishes before the restaurant closes for good.
See more details here
3. MILA
MILA in Chinatown wrapped up its five year run on November 14 after bringing plant based fusion dishes, sushi style oshi and cozy evening vibes to the neighborhood.
The popular spot was known for its creative cocktails and mixed diet friendly menu that made it an easy choice for catch ups.
See more details here
4. MeeT in Gastown
MeeT in Gastown has closed after nearly 10 years of serving hearty plant based burgers, bowls and mac n cheese in one of the city’s coziest vegan spaces.
Fans can still enjoy their favourite dishes at the Main Street and Yaletown locations, but the Gastown farewell hits especially hard for longtime regulars.
See more details here
5. Chatime Kerrisdale
Chatime Kerrisdale has shut down due to 63 thousand dollars in unpaid rent, surprising bubble tea fans across the neighborhood.
Locals say this location operated as a fake Chatime since it did not follow national promotions or brand standards.
See more details here
6. Mapo Pancake House
Mapo Pancake House in Yaletown is closing after three years of serving prawn chive, bulgogi, cheese pancakes and soju pairings in a cozy little space.
You still have until November 24 to grab one last plate of their popular Korean pancakes before the shop says goodbye.
See more details here
7. Rajio (Concept Change)
Rajio on the West Side is ending its kushikatsu era as the restaurant prepares to shift concepts after more than a decade of serving skewers and Japanese bar snacks.
Regulars can still drop by before November 25 to enjoy the final moments of this long running chapter.
See more details here
8. Daruma Kerrisdale
Daruma in Kerrisdale has closed due to building issues, leaving snack lovers without their go to stop in a neighborhood already dealing with empty storefronts and slow retail turnover.
The sudden closure adds to the quieter feel on this stretch of West 47th Avenue.
See more details here
9. Cafe & Life Co.
Cafe and Life Co has closed its Cambie location after four years of serving lattes, pastries and airy brunch plates to locals.
You can still find their favourite croissants, coffee and tiramisu at the larger flagship location in Richmond.
See more details here
We will keep updating this list as more closures are announced through the month.
If you spot a shutdown before we do, feel free to send us a tip.
