⭐️ 7 New & Closing Soon Vancouver Restaurants

Hey there,

Welcome to the Oct. 4th edition of Noms Mag weekly run-down!

We've compiled all the hottest new food spots, must-try deals, and epic events to make your weekend a darn good one.

Ready to dive in? Let’s get rolling!

🍁 FALL FOOD FEST IS ON

The much-anticipated Fall Food Fest is here!

🎉 From October 4 to October 27, you'll have the chance to experience unique treats and fall-inspired favs all over the city.

Think Pumpkin Mochi Waffles, Hojicha Mochi Flans, and Mont Blanc Waffles—just a taste of what awaits!

🍂 Whether you're craving something sweet or savoury, our vendors have something special lined up that will leave you wanting more!

Don't miss out on these limited-time offerings that are only available during the festival.

👉 Check out the full list of festival items below!

🌟NEW & COMING SOON & GOODBYES

1.🧋 Famous bubble tea chain exits BC - Machi Machi has closed its last location in Richmond.

2.🌮 Mexican-Japanese fusion spot opens in Cambie Village - Miso Taco brings vibrant flavours and anime vibes!

3.🍜 Popular ramen chain to open first Burnaby outpost - Kinton Ramen spotted to land in Brentwood area.

4.🍜 Popular Taiwanese beef noodle shop opens second Richmond location - Uno Beef Noodle now serving at Blundell Centre.

5.🍜 Deer Garden to open in former Copa Café unit - Richmond’s beloved HK-style noodle shop is back!

6.🧋 YiFang Fruit Tea closes its final Richmond location - Ending its BC presence after six years.

7.🫕 ChoCho AYCE hot pot soft opens in Richmond - Premium all-you-can-eat experience now available at Aberdeen Centre.

👉 Check out 10 more new restaurants that have opened here.

👉 Or check out 10 more restaurants that have closed recently here.

Last night, the MICHELIN Guide unveiled its 2024 selections for Vancouver, introducing a new star and additional recognitions while maintaining existing star statuses. The event highlighted the city's thriving culinary scene with a total of 76 restaurants featured.

See the 4 new restaurants added to the guide and the 6 who were cut.

💰 DEALS THAT MATTER

1.🍜 $10 Days at Chao Mamii - Monday = $10 Lemongrass Chicken on Vermicelli, Wednesdays = $10 umami lemongrass with bbq glazed Grilled Pork Chops; Fridays = $10 Bun Bo Hue; only available 11 - 2PM

2.🧋$9 Classic Combo at Bubble Queen Cafe - Any classic BBT with an original waffle for $9; available weekdays only from 2 - 8PM; valid until mid-December

3.🍱 Half & Half Lunch Specials - daily $9.99 lunch special; take out only

4.🍚 Old Xian’s Food Rice Box - 2 item + rice box for $10.99 at their Richmond Central Kitchen location.

5.🍜 Late night combo at Marugame Udon - $9.99 for 1 regular Kake Udon, 2 Shrimp Tempura, and 1 can of coke; available 8PM to close 7 days a week

🗓️ EVENTS TO KNOW ABOUT

1.🍁 [FESTIVAL] Fall Food Fest (Oct 4 - 27) - self guided baked goodies and tea themed festival with 12+ vendors and 25+ items to discover; @ around Metro Vancouver

2.🎃 [EVENT] Pumpkins After Dark (Oct 3 - 31) - over 10,000 than carved pumpkins, sculptures and displays; @ Swangard Stadium Burnaby; TICKETED

3.🔪 [EVENT] The Perfect Bite - Murder Mystery Dinner Experience (Oct 4 - Dec 22) - immersive event where you and your team work to uncover the truth, each course contains vital information with food based puzzles; @ Glowbal Restaurant; TICKETED

4.🪴 [EVENT] Vintage Assembly (Oct 6) - curated vintage market with over 30 vintage shops and collectors of home goods, kitchen goos, ceramics, tableware, clothing, and more; @ Heritage Hall Main Street; TICKETED

5.🌎 [EVENT] Richmond Culture Days (Sept 20 - Oct 13) - 80 free arts and culture experiences like open studios, film screenings, dance classes, and more; FREE

6.🍁 [FESTIVAL] Fall Festival at the Mann Farms (Sept 14 - Nov 3) - pumpkin patch, fall foods, family friendly activities, barnyard animals; @ Maan Farms Abbotsford; TICKETED

7.🥟 [MARKET] Richmond Night Market (Apr 26 - Oct 14) - the night market is back with its rows of food vendors and sock vendors. This year the theme is Summer Sweet Dragon; @ Richmond; TICKETED

🗓️ Check out more events happening in Metro Vancouver here.

That's all for now! Stay cool and have a delicious and exciting weekend!

-Jason