🫣 Vancouver Michelin Restaurant Closes Due To Unpaid Rent

In Partnership with Mr. Japanese Curry

🎉 MR. JAPANESE CURRY TURNS 5!

One of Vancouver’s highly rated Japanese curry spots is celebrating with a special $10 braised hamburger curry and yuzu amazake soda from June 9–14.

Don’t miss this limited-time menu inspired by real kitchen stories and the owner’s dream of sharing more of Japan with Vancouverites.

Gooooodmorning there!

Welcome to the June 6th edition of Noms Mag weekly rundown!

Here’s what’s in today’s weekly rundown:

• 🍵 A fave tea spot to make Cambie comeback

• 🪦 Sudden closure linked with lease termination

• 💸 $7 matcha parfaits

• 👀 A lot of food events incoming

Let’s dive into this week’s rundown!

🌟NEW & COMING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.🍵 Paragon Tea Room's triumphant return - Popular tea room secures new Cambie Village location, opening mid-September.

2.🌶 New Thai eatery debuts next week - Sainam brings fiery Isaan flavors to Vancouver's West End.

3.🍡 Burnaby's first cream mochi shop opens - Hafu Dessert launches at Crystal Mall with stuffed cream mochis and desserts.

4.☕️ New chic all-day cafe opens in Kitsilano - Provisions Kitsilano, by Toptable Group, offers a casual chic atmosphere and curated menu.

5.🇻🇳 Như Ý Cafe brings Hai Phong flavours back to Kingsway - New family-run Vietnamese eatery now open.

6.🌸 New flower shop and cafe hybrid blooms in West End - Bouquet Cafe to open with coffee and floral offerings.

7.🥐 Vancouver patisserie rebrands, closes Broadway location - Foret Noire transitions to Le Belisse Cafe on Robson, maintaining its pastry offerings.

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

🪦CLOSED & CLOSING SOON FOOD SPOTS

1.🔒 Lease troubles result in sudden closure - Michelin Recommended Archer shuts down on Alberni Street.

2.🔔 Food court favorite says goodbye - Richmond's Shanghai Morning closes after six years at Aberdeen Centre.

3.🇨🇳 Iconic Sichuan spot closing after two decades - S&W Pepper House in Burnaby shutting doors June 20.

4.🚪 Quiet Coal Harbour Closure - Chinese BBQ spot Tasty BBQ & Beer Bar shutters without announcement.

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

💰 DEALS THAT MATTER

1.📅 Celebrate Nana's Green Tea Anniversary - $7 matcha parfaits and cakes all week; June 2-8; limited daily quantities, first-come, first-served!

2.🍛 Mr. Japanese Curry’s 5th Anniversary Specials - $10 Stewed Hamburger Curry or $7 Yuzu Amazake Soda; available June 9-14; near Broadway-City Hall in Vancouver.

3.🧋 BOGO Free Milk Tea Deal at Chahalo - Buy One Get One Free on signature drinks; available June 7-8; first 100 customers get a free plush bag and magnet.

4.🧋 BOGO Free and Discounts at SunTea - Grand opening BOGO Free Bubble Tea offer at Sungiven City Square; available June 6; first 100 customers get free tumbler.

5.🍦 McDonald’s Summer Deals - $1 small fountain drink, iced coffee or vanilla cone returns; $2 small fruit splash beverage or sundae; in app offer only

6.🍲 Summer Hotpot Combo at Haidilao - Refreshing hotpot with broth, noodles, sides, and refillable drinks for $16.95; available Mon-Fri, 11AM-4PM at Brentwood only

7.🔥 Kokoro Happy Hour Offers Free Treats - Members enjoy free snacks during Happy Hour; times vary by location; specials include Karaage, Gyoza, Ice Cream, Takoyaki, and drinks!

8.🔥 Kohaku Happy Hour Freebies - Free treats during Members Only Happy Hour at Kohaku Tendon; available Downtown and Metrotown: Mon-Fri, 2-6PM, Brentwood: Mon-Fri, 2-9:30PM; daily specials include Karaage, Ice Cream, Takoyaki, and drinks!

🗓️ EVENTS TO KNOW ABOUT

👉THIS WEEKEND

1.🎉 [FESTIVAL] Hats Off Day (June 7, 2025) - community festival with parade, street party, and disco theme; @ Hastings St from Boundary Rd to Gamma Ave; 9:30 A.M. to 4 P.M.; FREE

2.🎉 [EVENT] Timbertrain Outpost's 3rd Anniversary Celebration (June 7) - enjoy DJ music, giveaways, and special deals on beers and coffee; @ 3001 St Johns St, Port Moody; 12pm to 4pm; FREE

3.🥞 [POP UP] Sohn-maht Brunch at Modus (June 8) - brunch menu with Korean-Polish flavours and exceptional coffee; @ Modus Broadway; 9AM - 3PM

4.🪴 [POP UP] The Market at Athiana Acres (June 8) - Enjoy local vendors and farm produce; @ Athiana Acres, 12800 No. 2 Rd, Richmond; 10 AM - 3 PM; FREE

5.🇮🇹 [FESTIVAL] Italian Day Festival on the Drive (June 8) - celebrate Italian heritage with music, food, and culture; @ Commercial Drive; 12PM - 8PM; FREE

6.🌿 [FESTIVAL] Celtic Picnic June 2025 (June 7 - 8) - largest open-air Celtic celebration with live music and cultural showcases; @ 80 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC; 4 PM on June 7 to 10 PM on June 8; TICKETED

7.🌎 [EVENT] Doors Open Richmond (June 7-8) - explore 50+ partner sites, showcasing Richmond's diversity; @ various locations across Richmond; 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; FREE

👉NEXT WEEK+

9.🌸 [FESTIVAL] Japan Market Summer Festival (Jun 14-15) - celebration with performances, cultural demos, and Japanese food; @ Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza; TICKETED

10.🍜 [POP UP] Ramen Butcher x Menya Shiki Ramen Collab (Jun 14) - limited 300 bowls of Tokyo's best creamy foam-style ramen; @ The Ramen Butcher Vancouver; TICKETED

11.🎉 [EVENT] The Alley Oop Street Party (Jun 14) - fundraiser with unlimited eats and live music; @ Alley Oop, between Granville & Seymour; TICKETED

12.☕ [EVENT] Slo Rise at La Marzocco Showroom (June 14) - slow down your morning with coffee, music, community; @ 31 E 5th Ave, Vancouver; 9am - 11am

13.🎧 [EVENT] Gastown Streetside Sessions (June 15, July 27, August 31) - Coffee, DJs, and morning vibes; @ Water Street, Gastown; FREE

14.🍦 Vancouver Ice Cream Festival 2025 (June 20 - Aug 4) - 30+ popular ice cream and dessert spots offering unique limited time items; around Metro Vancouver

15.🎉 [EVENT] Mount Pleasant Block Party (June 22) - free family event with live music, vendors, and Cream Pony donuts; @ E 6th & Main, Vancouver; 12-5PM

16.🎬 [EVENT] Summer Movie Nights (Thursdays, July 3 - August 14) - Free iconic outdoor movie series; @ šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery Plaza); starts at 5 PM; FREE

👉ONGOING

17.🌙 [EVENT] Shipyards Night Market (May 16 - Sept 12) - culinary delights, artisan vendors, live music and beer garden; @ Shipbuilder's Square, North Vancouver; Every Friday 3pm - 10pm; FREE

18.🎉 [FESTIVAL] Richmond Night Market (Apr 25 - Oct 13) - over 600 food options, shopping, and entertainment, plus a zipline; @ 8351 River Road, Richmond; 7pm - 12am Fri/Sat, 7pm - 11pm Sun; TICKETED

🗓️ Check out more events happening in Metro Vancouver here.

That's all for now! Stay magical and have a delicious weekend :)

-Jason