The last cheeky remark and plate of "Big Ass Pancakes" were handed out Tuesday at Vancouver's storied . The long-running diner known for its trademark cheeky service closed their doors for good on October 30 in the face of redevelopment.
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The Elbow Room began its life in 1983 on Jervis, and moved to its Davie Street spot in 1996.聽The Davie at Seymour site is one of several the聽.
Other retailers on the affected block of Davie at Seymour include Royal Vape and聽All 4 One Barbershop; restaurants Juno 麻豆传媒映画Sushi Bistro and the What鈥檚 Shaken Milkshake spot have already closed.
While the plans for this particular redevelopment include a mix of retail and residential, it鈥檚 unclear if the Elbow Room will be one of the new tenants in the rebuild, or if they intend to open elsewhere鈥搕his may well be the end of the line for the quirky eatery.
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The Elbow Room is known for their heaping plates of diner-style eats, served with a generous helping of sass: 鈥淔ood and service is our name, but ABUSE is our game.鈥�
Opened over three decades ago by聽Bryan Searle and his husband聽Patrice Savoie, the couple created a safe space in the community (despite the expected cheekiness they dished up with their bacon, eggs, and coffee). The restaurant was a special place for many in and allied with Vancouver's LGBTQ community.
Searle, sadly,聽聽at age 87.
The Elbow Room was also known for their partnership with the charitable organization , which provides meals for Vancouverites battling HIV/AIDS. Customers would be asked to make a donation if they were unable to finish their generous portion of food served at the restaurant.
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Fans of The Elbow Room are invited to head to the restaurant on October 31 for a celebration planned for 5 to 9 pm.
With files from Sandra Thomas/麻豆传媒映画Courier
