Business Details
Luxurious Vancouver Dining Experience
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar brings a luxurious and contemporary dining experience to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, inspired by the romance of 1930s rail travel. Our regional cuisine blends new favorites with classic dishes, complemented by cocktails from pre- and post-Prohibition eras and an extensive wine list. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, lounge, weekend brunch, and afternoon tea, we pride ourselves on creating memorable culinary journeys. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 50 Hotel Restaurants for 2025 by OpenTable diners, our team combines historical homage with modern innovation. The Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea offers a unique seasonal experience, while our private dining room accommodates intimate celebrations.Our executive chefs bring expertise honed through years in the hospitality industry, ensuring exceptional service and quality. The restaurant's design pays tribute to Vancouver's railway heritage while maintaining a contemporary aesthetic. We maintain rigorous standards in food preparation, sourcing local ingredients whenever possible. Our commitment to excellence extends to live music programming and carefully curated beverage selections. With multiple dining formats and event spaces, we cater to diverse occasions while maintaining consistent quality across all services.
Services
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Happy Hour
Private Dining
Afternoon Tea
Live Music
Brunch Buffet
Takeaway
Catering
Highlights and features
- Award-winning restaurant recognized as Top 50 in Canada (OpenTable)
- Experienced culinary team crafting seasonal menus inspired by local ingredients
- Immersive 1930s-inspired ambiance enhancing dining experience
- Extensive wine and cocktail menu featuring classic and contemporary selections
- Private dining options available for special occasions
What people say
Immersive 1930s ambiance
Exceptional seasonal menus
Award-winning service
Unique themed experiences
Live music enhancements
Services
Afternoon Tea
The Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea offers a seasonal experience with handcrafted pastries, savory bites, and confections inspired by autumn themes. Available September 25 - November 9, 2025, featuring gothic ambiance with candlelight and supernatural elements. Includes three sittings daily with vegetarian and children's options available.
Private Dining
Host intimate celebrations in our private dining room accommodating up to 40 guests. Available Thursday-Sunday for themed afternoon tea service and customizable evening events. Three set menu options available with minimum spending requirements for Friday/Saturday bookings.
Live Music
Enjoy live musical performances Wednesday-Saturday featuring local artists across multiple genres. Evening sets run from 4:00pm-11:00pm with rotating weekly lineups. Complements dinner and lounge experiences with curated acoustic ambiance.
Culinary Offerings
Regional cuisine featuring modern interpretations of classic dishes with seasonal ingredients. Extensive wine list and signature cocktails from pre- and post-Prohibition eras. Menus include breakfast, lunch, dinner, happy hour, and weekend brunch options.
Takeaway Service
Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea available for pickup Wednesday-Sunday. Includes complete tea service with pastries, savory items, and loose-leaf tea selections. Requires 24-hour advance notice with minimum two-person orders and prepayment.
People
Mike Reid
Executive Chef
Mike Reid leads culinary operations at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar, bringing extensive experience in Vancouver's hospitality industry. He oversees menu development and maintains quality standards across all dining experiences.
Tyler Uguccioni
Chef de Cuisine
Tyler Uguccioni serves as Chef de Cuisine, managing daily kitchen operations and executing Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar's culinary vision. He works closely with local suppliers to source seasonal ingredients for the restaurant's evolving menus.
Questions
What is Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar's signature theme?
Our design celebrates 1930s rail travel romance, featuring luxurious decor inspired by Fairmont Hotel Vancouver's railway heritage while maintaining contemporary dining elements.
Do you offer vegetarian dining options?
Yes, we provide vegetarian alternatives across all menus including a dedicated vegetarian afternoon tea selection and plant-based main courses.
How can I book private dining space?
Contact us directly through our website or phone to reserve the private dining room. Minimum spending requirements apply for Friday/Saturday bookings.
Are reservations required?
Reservations are recommended for dinner and private dining but not required for lounge or bar seating. Afternoon tea requires advance booking.
What are your live music hours?
Live performances occur Wednesday-Saturday from 4:00pm-11:00pm with two sets nightly. Weekly lineups feature diverse musical genres.
Do you offer takeaway options?
Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea is available for pickup Wednesday-Sunday with 24-hour advance notice required for orders serving minimum two people.
Reviews (7)
Pardeep Hb
Feb 01, 2022
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It was really good. Drinks, food and dessert for the most part were all fantastic. Gorgeous decor and look of the place. Love the books!!! The only thing I would suggest is to get rid of the Notch8 bread. Not an appie that should be served at a fine dining establishment. Leave that type of stuffed bun to Cobs. Everything else was very good!!
Elsy Chow
Jan 25, 2022
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Had a lovely Boxing day High tea here. The tiers were so beautiful. The scones were amazing. The only downside was the sandwiches were slightly dry like they had been prepared too far in advance.
Cute reindeer macarons and snowball snowmen. Lots of nice choices of teas in traditional silver tea pots. Friendly, courteous service.
Cute reindeer macarons and snowball snowmen. Lots of nice choices of teas in traditional silver tea pots. Friendly, courteous service.
Michelle To
Jan 24, 2022
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I have been wanting to try Notch8 for over a year now as I always pass by it on the way to work. Since it was Dine Out and also my birthday weekend, I figured it was the perfect time to check it out. I tried to book online but it required a $50 CC deposit to secure the reservation. Instead, I called and made the reservation over the phone which didn't require a CC on file. I mentioned it was my birthday and that I would like to be sat near the live music if possible. Upon arrival we were greeted warmly and also sat promptly by the hostess. The restaurant decor was lovely and had a nice atmosphere
Haruna Sears
Jan 03, 2022
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My friends and I went here for dinner and the food was amazing! Not terribly expensive, either, which was awesome. The service could have been better but overall a great experience. I definitely recommend their Grilled BC Striploin Streak or the slow roasted prime rib. Also had some fries and roasted local cod, they were great. The cod has a subtle flavouring to it but the steak was definitely top-notch. Also enjoyed some pina coladas! We also went for breakfast and got the Brioche French toast. Wow. So good! The varanasi ed banana really topped off the two slices of brioche french toast with
Anna Andres
Dec 11, 2021
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Nice & cozy restaurant with lovely design! We enjoyed the drinks and the chicken & burger sandwich! We had a brunch here and it was fantastic! Christmas decorations are fabulous! Loved all the trees and amazing ornaments! The beef burger is great , French onion soup is so tasty !
Dev 27.2021
Had Gem lettuce and strip loin and Optima iced wine ( ) for dinner!
Enjoyed the foods & drinks! Great service
Dev 27.2021
Had Gem lettuce and strip loin and Optima iced wine ( ) for dinner!
Enjoyed the foods & drinks! Great service
Erin Wong
Nov 22, 2021
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For the price of an afternoon tea at Notch8, and its location at the Fairmont, our overall experience was very mediocre.
Ambience: because it's in a lower level, it's a dimmed area. Good for romantic and other social events, but not so ideal for guests and foodies who prefer to take photos. Lights that are on sit directly above the table, so if you want photos of the tiered foods, the bottom and middle tier will not be well lit. Tea set was clean and nice. Our table, however, was wobbly, so they should definitely get those small details fixed for a better experience.
Food: We went in a group
Ambience: because it's in a lower level, it's a dimmed area. Good for romantic and other social events, but not so ideal for guests and foodies who prefer to take photos. Lights that are on sit directly above the table, so if you want photos of the tiered foods, the bottom and middle tier will not be well lit. Tea set was clean and nice. Our table, however, was wobbly, so they should definitely get those small details fixed for a better experience.
Food: We went in a group
F. W.
Oct 20, 2021
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Food was great but not mind-blowing. Service quick and easy. Drinks list are good. Price is on the high end but consistent with a 5-star hotel. Ambience is really nice for a business meeting or a family gathering.
