It’s been a sad month for the Vancouver restaurant scene, as many longtime restaurants have announced they will be closing their doors soon — including a 47-year-old Vancouver bar and lounge.
Keep on reading to see which Vancouver restaurants you’ll need to visit one last time before they close their doors.
Tocador
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“We’re peacing out ✌️😔❤️,” wrote the bar in a post on Instagram. “Mount Pleasant will always have a special place in our hearts. Thank you for welcoming us into this friendly neighbourhood and letting us be a part of it for a little while.”
Located in Mount Pleasant, Tocador is best known for its one-of-a-kind cocktail creations and classic Latin American and Cuban-inspired dishes. Think cochinita tacos (slow-cooked pork marinated in achiote), patatas bravas, and grilled pastor.
Tocador added that it will be open for the rest of October, with Halloween most likely being its final night.
“Over the next few weeks we will be sharing plenty of laughs — and probably a few tears — along the way. We’ve launched a new menu featuring some of our favourite cocktails from over the years, so come by and join us for some last drinks. There are so many people we would love to see before we go,” wrote the bar.
Address: 2610 Main St., Vancouver
Hook Restaurant
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After a decade of operation, Hook Restaurant has shared the news that it will be closing its doors before the end of the month.
“It has been an honour to have served this beachside corner for all these years and become a part of an irreplaceable community. We will never forget you, so I hope you never forget us,” wrote the restaurant.
Hook has been a go-to spot in English Bay since it opened back in 2017. The restaurant is best known for its oyster bar and seafood offerings, as well as its dog-friendly patio.
Its final day of operation will be Oct. 30.
Address: 1210 Denman St., Vancouver
Bayside Lounge
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After an incredible 47 years of operation, Bayside Lounge joins the list of Vancouver restaurants closing.
“It’s with heavy hearts that we have to share that Bayside Lounge will close its doors at the end of the month — it honestly doesn’t feel real,” wrote the restaurant on its Instagram.
Bayside Lounge is located in the West End and is best known for its cocktails and the view of English Bay. It first opened its doors in 1979 and is expected to close by the end of the month.
“To our regulars, neighbours, visitors, DJs and every team member who has been part of Bayside over the years — thank you. You’ve made this much more than a lounge. You’ve made it a place for friendships, celebrations, and memories that will stay with us,” added the restaurant.
Address: 1755 Davie St., Vancouver
Wildlight Kitchen + Bar
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Wildlight, which is located at 107-5380 University Blvd., posted the sad news on social media, stating that ownership made the “incredibly difficult decision” to close the restaurant on Saturday, Nov. 28.
The restaurant was the Pattison Food Group’s first restaurant venture.
“For everyone who has supported us and been part of our journey, we are incredibly grateful,” said Wildlight in its announcement.
“Most importantly, we want to recognize our amazing team. Their dedication, passion, hard work, and commitment to serving our guests have been at the heart of Wildlight since we opened our doors.”
Address: 107 – 5380 University Blvd., Vancouver
With files from Daniel Chai
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