If you thought Vancouver’s food scene was done surprising you in 2025, think again.
From legendary international brands making their West Coast debut to homegrown chefs opening their dream spots, the city’s next few months are stacked with hype-worthy launches.
We’re talking viral matcha cafés, cult Thai tea, next-level fried chicken, and even a cevicheria that could change how you think about seafood.
Here are 8 upcoming Vancouver restaurant openings you’ll want to mark on your calendar, because once they land, the lines are going to be long.
1. Cha Tra Mue
Thailand’s legendary Thai tea brand Cha Tra Mue is opening its first Western Canada location on West Broadway by late 2025.
Expect their famous Original Thai Tea, rose milk tea, and matcha Thai tea served in a cozy, 16-seat space with Pacific Northwest and Thai-inspired design.
Address: 736 W Broadway, Vancouver BC
2. UCHU
From the team behind Suyo Modern Peruvian, UCHU is opening this fall in Chinatown’s historic Sai Woo building.
This modern Peruvian cevicheria will serve bold, citrusy, and spicy coastal dishes inspired by traditional cevicherias along Peru’s coast.
Address: 158 E Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1T3
3. Paragon Tea Room Cambie
Paragon Tea Room is making a permanent return to Cambie Village this September, taking over the former Xing Fu Tang space.
Fans can expect their signature matcha, hojicha, teaspresso drinks, and bubble waffles, plus new pastries in a cozy, modern space.
Address: 3432 Cambie Street, Vancouver BC
4. Matcha Matcha
Toronto’s viral matcha cafe is expanding to Vancouver, bringing its experimental drinks like Coco Pandan Latte and White Chocolate Pistachio Matcha. The exact location and opening date are still under wraps, but expect long lines once it lands.
5. Kavita
Opening this September in Mount Pleasant, Kavita is Chef Tushar Tondvalkar’s first full restaurant, blending India’s regional festival flavours with B.C.’s seasonal ingredients.
Expect à la carte dishes like Malvani prawn pulao and an “amma-kase” tasting menu inspired by home-style hospitality.
Address: 250 W 3rd Avenue, Vancouver BC
6. ABURI Market
Opening this fall at the previous Meinhardt unit, ABURI Market will bring premium Japanese groceries, grab-and-go bentos, A5 Wagyu, and unique snacks to downtown Vancouver.
The 3,200 sq.ft space will also debut a new Japanese bakery concept from WA-BAGEL’s head baker.
Address: 609 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC
7. Angus T Bakery Marine Gateway & River District
Vancouver’s top croissant maker turned up the flake factor this year, announcing not one but two new locations.
Famous for buttery perfection and inventive flavours like Pistachio Raspberry and Green Tea croissants, Angus T has been a Yaletown staple since 2018.
The River District spot (slated for December) is set to mirror their existing cafe, and the South West Marine Drive location (slated for Fall) acts as a central kitchen with limited service hours.
8. Cream Pony
North Vancouver’s cult-favourite donut and fried chicken café is bringing its sweet-and-savory magic to Mount Pleasant.
Taking over the former Cartems Donuts space, the mother-daughter duo behind Cream Pony will serve up their signature southern-style fried chicken, handmade donuts, and quirky charm.
Opening is set for Fall 2025.
Address: 2190 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C5
From international heavyweights to visionary local chefs, 2025 is shaping up to be a year where Vancouver’s dining scene gets more delicious.
Now the only question is… which one are you trying first?
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