Bute-Robson Plaza has always been the perfect West End oasis to relax and enjoy a reprieve from the bustle of Robson Street. And now more than ever in our constantly evolving COVID sphere, people are seeking outdoor spaces to safely re-connect with family and friends and to enhance personal wellness.
Now is the the perfect time for you and your bubble to discover or rediscover Bute-Robson Plaza. Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday as part of our Bute Robson Beats program starting this weekend and wrapping up Labour Day weekend. Pack a picnic, or escape the kitchen and satisfy those take-out cravings, which now can be washed down with a refreshing cocktail. Yes, you heard us correctly…beer, wine and spirits can now be enjoyed responsibly in Bute-Robson Plaza!
The following eateries #onRobson are offering take-out options for yummy eats and refreshing bevies, the perfect DIY happy hour!
Breka Bakery: Breka Bakery continues to satisfy our sweet-tooth and savoury pastry needs. Stop by Breka #onRobson to enjoy a yummy pastry with your morning coffee.
Ph: 604.620.8200 | Address: 812 Bute St.
Cactus Club Cafe: Order all your Cactus Club favourites to-go, including your favorite bottle of wine, cooler or beer!
Ph: 604.687.3278 | Address: 1136 Robson St
Damso: Enjoy modern Korean cuisine to-go from Damso on Bute!
Ph: 604.806.0945 | Address: 770 Bute St.
D’oro Gelato e Caffe: D’oro is our go-to for its yummy gelato and sandwiches as a take-out option. Grab a quick bite to go and enjoy 25% off their lunch combos every Monday and Thursday.
Ph: 604.694.0108 | Address: 1222 Robson St.
Earls: Earls #onRobson makes it easy to enjoy all your Earls’ favorites as take-out options! Order a beverage to enjoy with your meal, with 1/2 price bottles of wine available for pickup or if you’re searching for something more crisp and refreshing, you can enjoy 20% off bottled beer and NUTRL’s.
Ph: 604.669.0020 | Address: 1185 Robson St.
Joe Fortes: Craving a seafood fix? Enjoy your favourite dishes by placing an online take-out order for Joe Fortes, all prepared with the same care you would expect from the dining experience.
Ph: 604.669.1940 | Address: 777 Thurlow St.
Laduree: Take a trip to Paris without leaving the city and enjoy some joie de vivre with Ladurée’s new Picnic Set, featuring a savoury butter croissant with ham, cheese, or smoked salmon with cream cheese, cucumber, and dill; a refreshing fruit cup; and a box of three assorted macarons.
Ph: 604.336.3030 | Address: 1141 Robson St
Momo Sushi: Fulfill that sushi craving with sushi from Momo sushi #onRobson.
Ph: 604.563.2022 | Address: 1230 Robson St
Red Robin: Enjoy a classic burger and fries combo from Red Robin #onRobson (sadly, no bottomless fries for take-out!).
Ph: 604.662.8288 | Address: 803 Thurlow St
Spicy 6: Spice it up with take-away Indian for lunch or dinner.
Ph: 604.336.7999 | Address: 1116 Robson St.
Sushi Yan: You can never go wrong with a sushi order from Sushi Yan #onRobson.
Ph: 604.559.3988| Address: 770 Thurlow St.
Zefferelli’s: We may not be able to travel to Italy, but we can sure feel like we’re living the Italian dream with a delicious pasta dish from Zefferelli’s, a bottle of red wine and live music!
Ph: 604.687.0655 | Address: 1136 Robson St.
We’ve partnered with Small Stage to present you with Bute-Robson Beats, live music on Fridays (12:30-1:30pm) and Saturdays (3-3:45pm and 4:15-5pm).
See below for the full schedule of performances:
Friday, August 14: Genevieve McKay
Saturday, August 15: Babe Coal
Friday, August 21: Ruel Morales
Saturday, August 22: Tissa Rahim + Drummer
Friday, August 28: Genevieve McKay
Saturday, August 29: Bonnie Northgraves + Dean Thiessen
Friday, September 4: Ruel Morales
Saturday, September 5: Krystle dos Santos + Keys
P.S. Just a reminder, although we are now able to enjoy a glass of wine or a cold beer at the Bute-Robson plaza, please be responsible and respectful, and please abide by site rules and hours. Drinking is permitted between 11 a.m-9p.m now until October 12. Check out shapeyourcity.ca/alcohol-in-public-spaces to learn more about this pilot and share your thoughts.
Cheers! Be sure to share snapshots of your picnics and time in the Bute-Robson Plaza with us, @robsonstreet & #onRobson.