Spice It Up
The team behind Published and Bar Susu recently launched a new Mexican-inspired snack bar on Main Street. El Gato Gab Gab brings the heat with its riffs on Mexican-meets-Pacific Northwest cuisine. Standout dishes include chicken skin chilaquiles (with an onsen egg and eggplant) and sake-charred cabbage tacos. elgatogabgab.com
Opened August 2024 | 2650 Main St.
Brunch Bunch
The newly opened Loam brings elevated brunch fare to Lonsdale Quay in a lush, modern setting. The restaurant serves beloved items with a classic-meets-contemporary twist, like an açai bowl that features rosewater and house-made granola, and a bone marrow omelette with chuck roast, coconut gravy and gruyére. loambistro.ca
Opened October 2024 | 230 Esplanade W, North Vancouver
Greek to Me
From the team that brought you Nammos Estiatorio comes Selene Aegean Bistro, a coastal Greek restaurant with experimental takes on classic dishes like oyster mushroom souvlaki (with pickles, tarragon vinegar and walnut skordalia) and spanako-pizza. seleneagn.com
Opened October 2024 | 360 Penticton St.
Keep It Breezy
Gastown’s newest late-night spot, Breeze Bar, combines what it calls “classy and trashy” to hit all types of comfort food cravings. Think popcorn made with Flavacol (the secret ingredient in the movie theatre version!) and wagyu hot dogs topped with caviar and creme fraiche. @breezebaryvr
Opened November 2024 | 213 Carrall St.
Everything Old Is New Again
Much loved restaurant Hanoi Old Quarter is officially back in business—this time in Kits. Brought to you by the couple behind longstanding Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Award-winner Mr. Red Cafe, you can expect Northern-style Vietnamese dishes like bun cha ha noi (grilled pork belly and patties with spring rolls) and beef in betel leaves with vermicelli. 604-327-6789
Opened October 2024 | 3105 W Broadway
Share the Love
The team behind beloved Heritage Asian Eatery’s new concept Heritage Restaurant and Bar brings a robust menu to Main Street. From dishes like Peking-style duck with house-made crepes to delicate siu mai, the menu encourages sharing while vibing out with a classic cocktail (or two.) eatheritage.ca
Opened October 2024 | 4242 Main St.
