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Roof Garten – A Sunny Vancouver Pop Up Escape with European Flair

May 8, 2016 By Emme Rogers

It pretty hard not to love a good patio on a summer’s day, but Vancouver’s latest Pop Up Restaurant, Roof Garten, is so much more.

Vancouver pop up Roof Garten
Love the transformation of this space at the corner of Smithe & Granville (3rd floor of 670 Smithe St) in downtown Vancouver into a rooftop garden!

While my date was instantly attracted to the space by its pretty and stylish decor, not to mention all the beautiful, well dressed people – it reminded him of the scene in Dubai – I myself don’t get my head turned by glitz and glamour.  In fact, glitz often makes me question whether it is masking a lack of substance.  I am pleased to share that in the case of Roof Garten it is a space both beauty and substance. Rather the beauty of the space, represented the cultural background of the visionaries of this Pop Up Restaurant – not to stereotype, but I have always admired the German and Persian eye for style and design – and in this space the two are combined to create what can only be described as creative beauty for the eye.  Yes, the term ‘eye candy’ would be an appropriate here.

European style in Vancouver at Roof Garten
No doubt about it, Vancouver’s latest pop up, the Roof Garten, has European style.

This space, however, is not simply a space of visual beauty, but rather a party for all the senses.  I have always been more of a live music gal, than a DJ worshipper – having said that there is an art and performance to a fabulous DJ and the DJ in the House, Thursday night, had people moving and grooving.  I myself couldn’t help, but cut a rug. I do love to dance, and as much as this place is designed for eating, drinking and socializing, it is also designed to move – so dance I did.  And really, how can you not, when they had a live saxophone player sharing his sexy tunes as he moved through this rooftop garden. mmm … mmm … mmm

Roof Garten in Vancouver, BC.
Yes, please! So good!

Now while I have yet to indulge in the Roof Garten’s sumptuous menu of dishes that are begging to be shared with good friends, I did get to sink my teeth into some rather delicious appetizer’s made by Chef Zuzana Harsaghy.  Very much looking forward to an excuse to return to sample both their tasty looking dinner indulgences and their Sunday brunch.  Highly approve of the hours of their Sunday brunch, which go from noon to late – given that by the time I am ready for brunch, most places in the city have stopped serving brunch. Oh, and a wee tip here, they celebrate Happy Hour from 5 – 7 pm with $6 Plates.

Perhaps what appealed most to me about Roof Garten, however, was that certain joie de vivre that is somewhat intangible, but that you feel in your soul and your heart of hearts. For me, there was a very European feel to the space, and I rather imagined I was back in Geneva, hanging out with expats – enjoying the mixture of ages.  Everyone was warm and open, and ready to have a good time.

Vancouver pop up Roof Garten
Definitely a happening scene at the Vancouver’s new pop up Roof Garten.

I very much look forward to returning, and savouring that wonderful energy throughout the Summer and Autumn. I do hope I will see you there!

Kisses,

Emme  xoxo

Filed Under: All the Gossip, BC, Canada, Day in the Life, Events, Jammin', Meeting Mr. / Ms. Right (or Right Now), Perfect Dates, relationships, The Tube, Travel, Vancouver Events Tagged With: Vancouver

Comments

  1. Matt says

    June 8, 2016 at 2:40 am

    That food looks absolutely delicious!

  2. michaleeric says

    July 5, 2016 at 8:03 am

    Sexy restaurant, look like heaven…

    • Emme Rogers says

      July 6, 2016 at 2:56 pm

      Definitely a bit of bliss!

  3. Rahul Chaasou says

    July 24, 2016 at 5:31 am

    This Is Your Restaurant ?
    Looking Nice.

    • Emme Rogers says

      July 31, 2016 at 2:10 pm

      No, not my restaurant. I am not a restaurateur, nor do I have any desire to be.

  4. Alex says

    July 30, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    Vancouver is definitely on my bucket list of places to visit! Love it!

  5. fnzdesign says

    August 16, 2016 at 5:18 am

    Hi,
    Nice restaurant,one of it’s kind and truly unique so highly recommended.

  6. Stephanie James says

    August 18, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    Oml, I must put this on my list when I go to vancouver. The morning looks so relaxing but the evening is just so captivating!

  7. Shawn says

    October 7, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    Looks like an amazing restaurant. I will be sure to visit anytime I make my way to Vancouver!

  8. Sue says

    October 7, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    There are several places similar to the roof garden in Toronto. Any time I go to places like this, I have an awesome time! Ill be sure to come by when I visit Vancouver next summer!

  9. Eric Gamble says

    October 10, 2016 at 2:18 pm

    First of all, Vancouver is definitely on my bucketlist and being from New Orleans, I love food, so Roof Garten will definitely be on my list cause that menu looks great.

    The 2nd question…is it a pop up cause it moves? I may have missed that but it seems like its in that once place by Smith & Granville.

  10. Louie Anthony says

    November 14, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    Nice Restaurant! Definitely a must-try when you go to Vancouver.

    • Emme Rogers says

      November 14, 2016 at 11:25 pm

      Yes, you must. Not a lot of time left to check it out now. It closes soon.

  11. vijay says

    December 14, 2016 at 4:37 am

    Looks amazing with nice decoration.

  12. Julia says

    December 25, 2016 at 1:41 am

    Wow!! Great ambience !!

  13. Midnight Feast says

    January 28, 2017 at 1:57 am

    Looks like a great restaurant, I live in Vancouver and have never seen it, I wonder if it is open late night or in the winter? Does anyone know if they serve food?

  14. alex t. says

    September 25, 2017 at 10:32 am

    Great article. It reminds me of one of my rooftop dining experiences in manhattan. Great food and what a view! Thanks for the memory. I think I want to be your ‘date’. Your life sounds quite interesting.

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