Business Details
Experience Timeless Elegance at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar brings a new era of glamour to Fairmont Hotel Vancouver through its luxurious design inspired by 1930s rail travel. Our establishment honors the hotel's storied history as a luxury railway landmark while offering modern regional cuisine, classic cocktails from pre and post-Prohibition eras, and an extensive wine selection. We provide diverse dining experiences including breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch, and afternoon tea. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 50 Hotel Restaurants for 2025 by OpenTable, our culinary team crafts innovative dishes using local ingredients.The Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea experience combines seasonal pastries with gothic ambiance for a unique seasonal offering. Our private dining room accommodates up to 40 guests for special celebrations, featuring curated set menus and themed decor. Live music performances enhance the atmosphere during evening service hours.
Services
Breakfast
Lunch
Happy Hour
Dinner
Afternoon Tea
Private Dining
Live Music
Takeaway
Weekend Brunch
Highlights and features
- Awarded Top 50 Hotel Restaurants in Canada for 2025 by OpenTable
- Historic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver location with railway heritage design
- Seasonal Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea experience with themed decor
- Live music performances enhance dining atmosphere
- Private dining options for special celebrations
What people say
Elegant ambiance
Exceptional cuisine
Award-winning status
Seasonal creativity
Themed experiences
Services
Afternoon Tea
The Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea combines seasonal pastries with gothic ambiance beneath Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Available September 25 to November 9, featuring handcrafted savoury bites and desserts inspired by autumn's mysterious beauty. Includes themed seating options and specialty cocktail pairings.
Private Dining
Private dining room accommodates up to 40 guests with three curated set menu options. Features themed decor and dedicated service for special celebrations. Minimum spending requirements apply for evening bookings.
Live Music
Evening live music performances Wednesday through Saturday feature local artists across multiple genres. Two nightly sets create an enhanced dining atmosphere with rotating weekly performers.
Haunted Cellar
Seasonal themed dining experience combining elegant decor with supernatural elements. Features specialty cocktails and desserts like the Bewitched caramel pecan cupcake. Available for both dine-in and takeaway options.
Regional Cuisine
Contemporary regional dishes highlight British Columbia's ingredients with modern techniques. Menu includes locally sourced seafood, Alberta beef, and seasonal produce presented through multiple dining formats.
People
Mike Reid
Executive Chef
Leading Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar's culinary team, Mike Reid brings extensive experience in regional cuisine to create dishes that blend historical inspiration with modern techniques.
Tyler Uguccioni
Chef de Cuisine
As Chef de Cuisine, Tyler Uguccioni oversees daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality across all dining experiences from breakfast to private events.
Questions
What dining options are available at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar Restaurant & Bar?
We offer breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch, and specialty afternoon tea experiences.
Is the Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea available year-round?
This seasonal experience runs from September 25 to November 9 annually with themed decor and special menus.
Do you offer private dining options?
Yes, our private dining room accommodates up to 40 guests with three set menu options and themed decor.
Are live music performances scheduled regularly?
Live music Wednesday through Saturday evenings features rotating local artists in multiple genres.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and Fairmont account billing for registered guests.
Is there a dress code for dinner service?
Smart casual attire is recommended for dinner, with coat and tie encouraged for gentlemen.
