10 restaurants open for New Year's brunch in Vancouver

The first day of the year falls on a Sunday and what better day to go for a lazy brunch, ringing in the New Year with bubbly drinks and classic breakfast fare.

Here are ten places around Vancouver offering brunch this New Year's Day.

1. BandidasTaqueria

The all-vegetarian restaurant has classics with a creative-spin likehuevosrancheros, corn-bread egg muffins and breakfast tacos. Lots of bike parking out front for those braving the snowy New Year's morning.

Brunch hours: 10 a.m. PT - 3 p.m. PT (all-day breakfast menu goes till 1 a.m. PT)
Price range: $$ - $$$
2781 Commercial Drive
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2. CampagnoloRoma

The small, cozy restaurant serves up classic Italian fare that is all house-made and locallysourced. Especially known for their spicy Roman hot chicken dish and 'Tutto' breakfast spread. Casual atmosphere and kid-friendly.

Brunch: 10:30 a.m. PT - 2:30 p.m. PT
Price range: $$ - $$$
2297 Hastings Street East
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3. Chicha's

Cozy restaurant with modern, Peruvian-inspired dishes andpiscococktails. Brunch happy hour and house-made honey quinoa bread.

Brunch hours: 10:30 a.m. PT - 2:30 p.m. PT
Price range: $$
136 East Broadway
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4. HawksworthRestaurant

Go-to spot for fancy Vancouverfoodiesat the Rosewood Hotel Georgia. Sophisticated setting in the heart of downtown with an equally elegant menu.

Brunch hours: 10:30 a.m. PT - 2 p.m. PT
Price range: $$$$
801 West Georgia Street
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5. Lucy's Eastside Diner

The1950s-stylediner has a retro vibe andstandard Canadian noshes available all day and night. Kid-friendly.

Brunch hours: Open 24 hours a day
Price range: $
2708 Main Street
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6. Oru Cuisine

Decadent all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at theFairmontPacific Rim Hotel, in a luxurious setting with views of the harbour. Special New Year's Day menu with hangover smoothies, build-your-own omelettes and donut wall.

Brunch hours: 10 a.m. PT - 2 p.m. PT
Price range: $78 per person
1038 Canada Place
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7. Save on Meats

Vintage-style diner with a retro ambiance with big, greasy breakfasts and renowned meat from the butcher shop next door. Walk away full and satisfied without breaking the bank. Offersa kids' menu.

Brunch hours: 9 a.m. PT - 4 p.m. PT
Price range: $
43 West Hastings St.
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8. Sylvia's Polar Bear Brunch

Just steps from English Bay, the historic Sylvia hotel has a wonderful view and elegant ambiance. Special New Year's day brunch with plenty of West Coast seafood.

Brunch hours: 11 a.m. PT - 2 p.m. PT
Price: $28 per person, includes a mimosa, coffee/tea and a basket of pastries. $20 for children under 12.
1154 Gilford Street and Beach Ave
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9. Twisted Fork

A favourite of the Vancouver brunch scene and self-described as "slightly french dining made simple." Casual, comfy scene with candlelight and funky music set low. They don't take reservations so expect lines but thewait listcan be checked online.

Brunch hours: 8 a.m. PT - 3 p.m. PT
Price range: $$ - $$$
1147GranvilleSt.
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10. Yolk's Restaurant and Commissary

Perfectly poached eggs with endless options for personal customizations. Stacks of pancakes and waffles. It's a brunch oasis.

Brunch hours: 9 a.m. PT - 3 p.m. PT
Price range: $$
1298 East Hastings St. or 546 West Broadway andCambie.
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