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What’s Coming for Fall at Five Vancouver Must-Book Restaurants

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by OpenTable
Updated August 24, 2021

When the summer starts to draw to a close, Vancouver’s restaurants begin to shift their menus to heartier fare and the bounty of British Columbia’s autumn produce. Cherries and berries make way for apples, artichokes, cranberries, and even kiwi fruit from Vancouver Island. The local seafood changes, too; you might even see Pacific sardines — available only in September and October. At least until rainy November, dining al fresco on Vancouver’s patios is still a great option. The ever-changing pandemic means restaurants are making changes on the fly to suit the current circumstances, so keep your eye out for special events, changing opening hours, and expanded menus. Here’s what’s new and planned (so far) at these five must-book restaurants for fall.

4.4 (878)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
Stadium District
Fresh seafood is the highlight at this tide-to-table restaurant on the edge of downtown toward BC Place. The restaurant celebrated its fifth birthday this summer, and new executive chef Tommy Shorthouse is bringing experience from notable Vancouver restaurants Boulevard, Joe Fortes, Tableau, and Wild Tale. His passion for BC products and sustainable farming inspired some of the new dishes he’s offering at the restaurant. All of Fanny Bay’s seafood is Ocean Wise and sustainably farmed or fished from the waters of British Columbia and Washington state, including its oysters grown on the rocky beaches of Fanny Bay in Baynes Sound off Vancouver Island. Menus are seasonal, but you can always order Shorthouse’s seafood paella, chock full of prawns, scallops, clams, and whatever’s freshest from the sea. Give Fanny Bay’s sablefish collars a try — it’s a rarely seen and sustainable delicacy.
Top review
WinnieVIP
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
Great food and the staff was warm and welcoming. For sure coming back again
Fresh seafood is the highlight at this tide-to-table restaurant on the edge of downtown toward BC Place. The restaurant celebrated its fifth birthday this summer, and new executive chef Tommy Shorthouse is bringing experience from notable Vancouver restaurants Boulevard, Joe Fortes, Tableau, and Wild Tale. His passion for BC products and sustainable farming inspired some of the new dishes he’s offering at the restaurant. All of Fanny Bay’s seafood is Ocean Wise and sustainably farmed or fished from the waters of British Columbia and Washington state, including its oysters grown on the rocky beaches of Fanny Bay in Baynes Sound off Vancouver Island. Menus are seasonal, but you can always order Shorthouse’s seafood paella, chock full of prawns, scallops, clams, and whatever’s freshest from the sea. Give Fanny Bay’s sablefish collars a try — it’s a rarely seen and sustainable delicacy.
Top review
WinnieVIP
Dined on Jun 5, 2025
Great food and the staff was warm and welcoming. For sure coming back again
4.7 (4221)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Northwest
Vancouver / British Columbia
The landmark restaurant within Stanley Park reopened this summer with a new executive chef. Sic Kim has previously cooked at Giardino’s, the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Bin 941, and Cardero’s, and his new dinner menu has items such as crab- and shrimp-encrusted halibut and Brome Lake duck confit with truffled mushroom croquette. Kim is also relaunching The Teahouse’s popular weekend brunch, with dates yet to be announced. Choose outdoor dining or, if the weather has turned too chilly, gaze at the views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains through The Teahouse’s huge picture windows.
Top review
Judith
Dined 5 days ago
We had a beautiful anniversary and birthday lunch at The Teahouse in Stanley Park. From start to finish, the experience was lovely. The service was warm and attentive—everyone who came to our table was friendly and welcoming. Our meals were absolutely delicious, and the wine selection was thoughtfully curated. We were also treated to an incredible view, which made the moment feel even more special. The presentation of each dish was elegant and clearly prepared with care. It was a memorable afternoon, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.
The landmark restaurant within Stanley Park reopened this summer with a new executive chef. Sic Kim has previously cooked at Giardino’s, the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Bin 941, and Cardero’s, and his new dinner menu has items such as crab- and shrimp-encrusted halibut and Brome Lake duck confit with truffled mushroom croquette. Kim is also relaunching The Teahouse’s popular weekend brunch, with dates yet to be announced. Choose outdoor dining or, if the weather has turned too chilly, gaze at the views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains through The Teahouse’s huge picture windows.
Top review
Judith
Dined 5 days ago
We had a beautiful anniversary and birthday lunch at The Teahouse in Stanley Park. From start to finish, the experience was lovely. The service was warm and attentive—everyone who came to our table was friendly and welcoming. Our meals were absolutely delicious, and the wine selection was thoughtfully curated. We were also treated to an incredible view, which made the moment feel even more special. The presentation of each dish was elegant and clearly prepared with care. It was a memorable afternoon, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.
4.5 (1808)
CAN$30 and under
Unspecified
Downtown
There are several big autumn 2021 changes at Notch8, the main restaurant in Fairmont’s flagship Vancouver hotel. New items on the dinner menu include an appetizer of side stripe shrimp served with curry aioli, tapioca crisp, and pear as well as an entree of chayote squash with whole roasted trout and warm baby kale salad. Plus, a more COVID-friendly Continential breakfast tower replaces the traditional buffet, piled high with pastries, proteins, a parfait of yogurt and granola, a smoothie shot, and your choice of breakfast beverage. With the rainy season returning, in mid-September Notch8 will be offering a new version of its seasonal afternoon Raincouver tea, which in 2020 included sweet treats shaped like rainbows, raindrops, and umbrellas. Plus, live music is back in the Notch8 Lounge with performances Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 5pm.
Top review
Kathy
Dined 6 days ago
Our Sunday brunch was fantastic. The buffet had plenty of choices for discerning tastes.
There are several big autumn 2021 changes at Notch8, the main restaurant in Fairmont’s flagship Vancouver hotel. New items on the dinner menu include an appetizer of side stripe shrimp served with curry aioli, tapioca crisp, and pear as well as an entree of chayote squash with whole roasted trout and warm baby kale salad. Plus, a more COVID-friendly Continential breakfast tower replaces the traditional buffet, piled high with pastries, proteins, a parfait of yogurt and granola, a smoothie shot, and your choice of breakfast beverage. With the rainy season returning, in mid-September Notch8 will be offering a new version of its seasonal afternoon Raincouver tea, which in 2020 included sweet treats shaped like rainbows, raindrops, and umbrellas. Plus, live music is back in the Notch8 Lounge with performances Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 5pm.
Top review
Kathy
Dined 6 days ago
Our Sunday brunch was fantastic. The buffet had plenty of choices for discerning tastes.
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