Why Did Falconetti's Close?

Falconetti's on Commercial Drive is back! Last year, they closed their doors for renovations and their customers feared they closed for good. Renovations took a bit longer than anticipated, but their doors are now open.

What happened to Falconettis?

Falconetti's East Side Grill, the Commercial Drive restaurant-bar known for their live music and sausages, has quietly closed the business down. The Italian-tinged eatery was the project of Carmine Falcone, who opened up the restaurant on the same spot where his father, Pasquale Falcone, ran his butcher shop.

How many restaurants are in Vancouver?

At last count, downtown Vancouver has 715 food-and-beverage-based businesses, including 392 quick-service eateries, 135 full-service and sit-down restaurants, 110 retailer dealers, and 78 liquor primary businesses.