A TASTE OF CHÂTEAU ELEGANCE ARRIVES AT NOTCH8 RESTAURANT & BAR
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver unveils reimagined menus inspired by French technique,
Pacific Northwest ingredients, and 87 years of culinary history
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver enters a new chapter with the launch of fully refreshed menus across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch, including a new à la carte brunch offering. Rooted in classic French technique and shaped by Pacific Northwest ingredients, the update signals an evolution for the hotel’s signature restaurant.
At the heart of a Vancouver landmark, Notch8 brings its 87-year story to life through food and drink. Inspired by Château-style architecture and the golden age of railway travel, the experience blends heritage with a contemporary West Coast sensibility.
Under the direction of Executive Chef, Mike Reid, the culinary program emphasizes precision, seasonality, and regional sourcing, while paying homage to the chefs who helped define the hotel’s legacy, including former Executive Chef, Robert LeCrom.
That balance of past and present is reflected throughout the menu. Highlights include a Seafood Chowder built on crab bisque with prawns, salmon, and mussels, alongside Steelhead and Scallops Grenobloise, showcasing the exceptional quality of Pacific Northwest seafood. French tradition remains central, with timeless dishes such as Duck à l’Orange, Foie Gras & Fig Terrine, and Steak au Poivre, while a contemporary West Coast perspective is expressed through plates like Bison Cru and a reimagined Tuna Niçoise with seared ahi.
Menus across all dayparts balance refinement with approachability, from shareable plates like Mussels Frites and Baked Brie en Cocotte to nostalgic desserts, including a flambéed Baked Alaska and Gâteau Basque.
The bar program complements the offering with era-inspired cocktails – revisiting pre- and post-prohibition classics and celebrating decades of the hotel’s history through modern interpretations.
For a more immersive experience, the “À Toi!” tasting menu offers a curated, multi-course journey led by the kitchen.
“The chateau that inspired this building was always about grand hospitality,” says Executive Chef, Mike Reid. “This menu is our interpretation of that tradition, using the ingredients and flavours that define our region.”
The new menus are now available at Notch8 Restaurant & Bar, located within Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Reservations are available online.
About Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the ‘Castle in the City’, with its chateau-style green-clad copper roof and gargoyles is an architectural landmark in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. A registered heritage property, the hotel has been a symbol of timeless elegance and impeccable service since 1939, blending rich history with modern sophistication. Guests can enjoy unparalleled hospitality in beautifully appointed rooms and suites, along with world-class dining experiences, including seasonal offerings and afternoon teas. With a prime location near Vancouver’s most sought-after attractions, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver provides service and hospitality that has earned it a top spot on the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List and a 4-star rating on the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide.