Nightlife Discussion

[EastVanMark]

Originally Posted by GenWhy?

Where were older Vancouver entertainment areas?

Depends how far back you want to go, but the area around Hornby street was perhaps the most prominent. The last vestiges of this district is Hy's steakhouse and a far lesser extent, Brandis Show Lounge

[EastVanMark]

Originally Posted by vanman

Is that not already what's happening with places like Colony replacing more conventional clubs?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbc.ca/amp/1.5230802

That had nothing to do with the city, and was a decision made my ownership. They decided to try a new format, and they have enough properties to finance the move. A new or smaller operator will never be able to pull that off.

[EastVanMark]

Originally Posted by GenWhy?

Oh crazy! Thanks. SI this why neighbourhood pubs don't really exist here? As an Albertan, I'm used to stripmall pubs on every corner but here they seem to more restaurant related.

We're miles behind Alberta in terms of liquor licensing, and you coming from Alberta no doubt will notice this. To be fair, some i improvements have been made, but we still have a long long way to go. The Province has made giant steps but sadly, Vancouver be Vancouvering and takes a hostile view towards clubs and keeps throwing up roadblocks to such endeavours.

[s211]

Originally Posted by EastVanMark

We're miles behind Alberta in terms of liquor licensing,

And BC is a rock star when it comes to wine pricing and taxation. It is so much less expensive in Alberta.

[officedweller]

Vancouver's Venue Nightclub officially listed for sale
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/venue-nightclub-vancouver-for-sale

[EastVanMark]

Originally Posted by officedweller

Vancouver's Venue Nightclub officially listed for sale
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/venue-nightclub-vancouver-for-sale

Interesting to see what will become of the space. The format needs a fresh start

[SpongeG]

the new Cascades Casino Delta is open now. Its very awkward to get to. The hotel isn't ready yet but all the restaurants and casino are open.

If you're into slots they have all the latest games like Crazy Rich Asians, Huff N More Puff. Could draw some people away from Richmond as the slot options are much better.

[whatnext]

Originally Posted by SpongeG

the new Cascades Casino Delta is open now. Its very awkward to get to. The hotel isn't ready yet but all the restaurants and casino are open.

If you're into slots they have all the latest games like Crazy Rich Asians, Huff N More Puff. Could draw some people away from Richmond as the slot options are much better.

Has to be the worst most autodependent development since Tsawassen Mills. What’s in the water in Delta?

[Klazu]

It's a small casino and nowhere near Tsawwassen Mills in size. Still, a shuttle might be a great idea for them. Any good dining options there?

[zahav]

The buffet is only open on weekends (not sure if that's temporary or not?). They have a Match, which has locations at lots of other casinos. It was nice enough, not nearly as big as River Rock, I think it's an appropriate size.

As for complaints about the location, I think it's a good location choice. It used to be the Town and Country, so this spot has always been a hotel and ~entertainment type spot. This is just a vast improvement for the site compared to the old hotel, it was getting pretty run down. Plus being right on the highway (and close to Hwy. 17) makes it easy for people from Richmond, Delta, Surrey. I think it will even draw people in from South Surrey/White Rock. And being in South Delta, it's not like they had the option of putting it next to a train station... There is actually the main 640 bus route along River Rd. which goes east to Scott Road Station and west to Ladner Exchange. For Delta, this site actually is transit friendly. And there is a proposal on the lot of the old Shell Station for an apartment complex. I started working in Tilbury in early 2008 and drove by this site every day. I would never have believed you if you told me then there would be a destination casino resort and high density residental on that spot one day in the future

[SpongeG]

No-fun city no longer? Vancouver looks to build a vibrant nighttime economy

"We are so far behind in terms of use of public space for large public events in Vancouver and a lot of it is just the way the city has been planned." — Nate Sabine

Author of the article:Joanne Lee-Young
Published Mar 21, 2023

Vancouver has spent years seeking ways to address its no-fun reputation by envisioning a vibrant nightlife that spills into streets and other public areas.

Now, with travel and tourism coming back, but a return to downtown office patterns still in flux, it is seeking the public’s input on questions such as what a “night mayor” might do and what simple things could be easily implemented as a larger plan is developed.

“What we hope to find out are the needs and wants and the concerns of various communities … so that we understand what the city needs,” said Nate Sabine, who sits on the board of the Hospitality Vancouver Association.

The association is asking the public and community groups to take a survey of about 20 questions related to creating a so-called nighttime economy, which is basically tourism, hospitality, arts, cultural and economic activity between the hours of 5 p.m. and 4 a.m.

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https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news...ng-momentum-as-tourism-industry-rebounds

[officedweller]

=> Great Canadian Casino Vancouver

Hard Rock Casino Vancouver to be given a new name
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/hard-rock-casino-vancouver-great-canadian-casino-vancouver-renaming

[SpongeG]

Originally Posted by officedweller

=> Great Canadian Casino Vancouver

Hard Rock Casino Vancouver to be given a new name
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/hard-rock-casino-vancouver-great-canadian-casino-vancouver-renaming

I was there tonight, all the memorabilia has been removed, it felt a little empty.

[logan5]

Updated liqueur serving hours passed as expected imo. What's surprising is that bars clubs in the dt core will now have the option of serving til 4 am. The initial plan was to expand the 3 am cut off to outside the core area. Bars outside the dt core, in araes like Mt. Pleasant can now apply to serve til 3 am. Presently they can serve til 2 am.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11298703/vancouver-to-allow-liquor-service-until-4-am-downtown/

Negative comment by Whatnext in 3..2..1 He would like to see last call at 10 pm on Saturday night, so everybody is nice and fresh for Sunday bible study.

[AlessioSBT]

Originally Posted by logan5

Updated liqueur serving hours passed as expected imo. What's surprising is that bars clubs in the dt core will now have the option of serving til 4 am. The initial plan was to expand the 3 am cut off to outside the core area. Bars outside the dt core, in araes like Mt. Pleasant can now apply to serve til 3 am. Presently they can serve til 2 am.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11298703/vancouver-to-allow-liquor-service-until-4-am-downtown/

Negative comment by Whatnext in 3..2..1 He would like to see last call at 10 pm on Saturday night, so everybody is nice and fresh for Sunday bible study.

I am totally ok with that but i don't think the hours are the problem.

The problem is the fact that in an average bar here you are confined in your chair and you basically cannot socialize with anyone that is not with you already.

We need what every single place on the planet has, the "classic pub model" where you get a drink and you can walk around the place talking with people. Beside clubs i don't see bars and pubs doing this in Vancouver and i don't understand why.

When i go to europe there's people talking and socializing everywhere inside and around a bar, here you are just a money printing machine, they literally escort you to a table, you have to stay there, consume, the waiter keeps asking you if you want more until you're done and you're out.

This is fine if you just want to chat wth your friends, it's completely absurd if you want to socialize with people. And i am pretty sure this is the reason why the city got the "no fun city" name.

[chowhou]

Originally Posted by AlessioSBT

I am totally ok with that but i don't think the hours are the problem.

The problem is the fact that in an average bar here you are confined in your chair and you basically cannot socialize with anyone that is not with you already.

We need what every single place on the planet has, the "classic pub model" where you get a drink and you can walk around the place talking with people. Beside clubs i don't see bars and pubs doing this in Vancouver and i don't understand why.

This one you need to blame the province not the bars. The average bar you're probably familiar with is most likely legally a "food primary license" restaurant and not a true "liquor primary license" bar. It's basically impossible to get a new liquor primary license and all the clubs on the Granville Strip have old grandfathered in licenses. If you only have a "food primary license", I believe you're only allowed to serve alcohol to tables and people are not allowed to mingle because "it's a restaurant" (???).

[officedweller]

Bar None to close after 30+ years
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bar-none-vancouver

[Glow Fun City]

Originally Posted by officedweller

Bar None to close after 30+ years
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bar-none-vancouver

Of all the clubs to close in this town, I can’t say I’ll miss that one…

[officedweller]

Vancouver police are erecting crash prevention barriers around Granville & Robson today - in expectation of NYE crowds.

[hollywoodnorth]

Blood Alley Music Hall: New 600-person entertainment venue opening in Gastown (PHOTOS)
Mar 23 2023, 6:44 pm

https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/blood-alley-music-hall-gastown-westbank



anyone what what the hell happened with this venue? seems like it is DOA ...... no pun on the local band