For more than 10 years restaurant sat overlooking False Creek.
However, the Mediterranean grill at 617 Stamp's Landing recently closed and renovations for a new restaurant at the same address are already underway.
"We are permanently closed," . "Thank you for your business over the years, please look out for the new ownership coming soon!"
The family-run restaurant with a deck over the Heather Civic Marina from the region, including souvlaki, lamb chops, and Greek fisherman's soup; the connection to Greece came from the family's heritage.
"Inspired by simpler times, Branas is named after owner John Vranakis’ grandparents. Jianni and Anna Branas lived a simple life in a small village in Crete," states the restaurant's website.
Along with the food, Branas regularly hosted musicians.
While the closure happened recently, the restaurant space is already , a that will also feature a menu of Mediterranean dishes.
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