DINER: Refuel Closing, Top Chef Competitor Trevor Bird To Open “Fable” In Its Place
March 13, 2012
As you may have heard, restaurateurs Tom Doughty and Robert Belcham have sold their first restaurant, Refuel (formerly Fuel). It had been on the market for quite some time, and we expect that the move will allow them to concentrate on the opening of Fat Dragon on the DTES, which could open as soon as April 1st (the duo also own the two Campagnolos). Current Top Chef Canada competitor Trevor Bird approached Belcham and Doughty three weeks ago, made an offer, and a deal was made. The 28 year old, a newcomer to Vancouver, announced last night that he will be opening a new joint in Refuel’s place called “Fable”. It will be his first time as a restaurant owner, and as far as we’re aware, his first crack at being an executive chef (he currently operates a catering company). We hope to bring you more details as they’re received, but right now we’re wondering which restaurant will have the best buttermilk fried chicken in town once Refuel shutters for good on March 24th…sniff. The good news is that all the staff there have already found places of employment at Belcham and Doughty’s other restaurants.
GOODS: “Refuel” Doing Their Famous Friday Only Fried Chicken This Superbowl Sunday
February 4, 2012
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Refuel’s Fried Chicken & Super Bowl Sunday – What? Yup. Refuel Restaurant is offering their fried chicken for dine-in and take-out this Super Bowl Sunday. Their famous fried chicken is exclusively available on Friday but for all you football fans, they are making an exception. Order 3 pieces of buttermilk marinated Polderside Farms heritage breed chicken, breaded and fried with a jalapeno biscuit, gravy and coleslaw for $18. Refuel opens at 11:30am so you have plenty of time to pick up your order before kick off at 3:29pm. Call 604-288-7905 to make it happen. Read more
GOODS: Kitsilano’s “Refuel” On The Hunt For A Pro To Join Their Management Team
February 2, 2012
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Refuel Restaurant is looking for a self motivated, organized and enthusiastic professional to join our management team. Desirable candidates have a strong work ethic, experience working in the front of house and have taken on leadership roles in the past. A passion for impeccable service and a basic understanding of craft cocktails, beer and wine is imperative. We are looking for an individual that values our nose to tail philosophy, supporting local farmers and promoting sustainable seafood. If you are looking to take the next step in your career, email your resume to General Manager Katharine Manson at info@refuelrestauarnt.com. Please include a cover letter explaining why you want to work at Refuel. Learn more about the restaurant after the jump… Read more
GOODS: Kitsilano’s “Refuel” Serving Up Two Ways To Enjoy The Coming Of The New Year
December 29, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Refuel Restaurant & Bar takes a trip down memory lane on December 31. Chef Jane Cornborough will be cooking her regular a la carte menu and is bringing back some of your favourite dishes from the past. She has been digging through the archives and will be featuring menu items from the days of Fuel as well as a few favorites from the first Refuel menu. Expect Belly Rack, Whole Duck Confit, those cheesy Refuel Potatoes and a few other nostalgic delights. These dishes will be available on NYE while supplies last (barman Jesse Walters has also created an effervescent cocktail menu). The kitchen is open until 10pm and reservations are recommended. Call 604-288-7905 to book. Read more
GOODS: Kitsilano’s “Refuel” Throwing Down With A Crab Boil (Only 12 Seats Available)
October 13, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Refuel Restaurant & Bar is known for its extremely popular annual BC Spot Prawn Boil that takes place in May. It has become such a fan favourite among regular guests that they are introducing an Autumn crab boil as well. On Wednesday October 26, twelve lucky guests will pull up a bar stool and enjoy a three course meal including salad, dessert and the highly anticipated crab boil featuring local crab, housemade pork sausage and seasonal vegetables prepared by Chef Jane Cornborough. All the juicy details after the jump… Read more
GOODS: Kitsilano’s “Refuel” Gets Ready To Table A Sweet Corn Feast This August 31st
August 15, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Nothing says summer like sweet corn from the Fraser Valley. Spend the last day of August feasting on this local favorite with friends, family and fellow corn fanatics at Refuel’s corn feast, “Fresh Picked”. Enjoy a down home feast featuring corn in almost every dish, served family style on Wednesday August 31. Two seatings are offered, 6pm and 8:30pm with 52 seats available for each seating. Tickets are $59 (includes tax, gratuity and one R&B Brewing Co. cask beer) and can be purchased at http://refuelcornfeast.eventbrite.com. Details and menu after the jump… Read more
GOODS: “Refuel” To Host Service Industry For After Hours P.I.G. Dinner On July 27th
July 11, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Refuel is hosting its next Late Night Industry P.I.G. Dinner on Wed July 27th at 11pm. Guests will gather around communal tables after the restaurant is closes to the public and share a southern style pork feast paired with cask beer from R&B Brewing Co. The cost of the evening is $59, all-inclusive (food, tax, gratuity and beer). Tix must be purchased in advance at Refuel (1944 W4th Ave). Read more
GOODS: Fathers Get Set To “Refuel” In Kitsilano With Rib-Eye Steaks And R&B Beer
June 14, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | June 19th is Father’s Day and Refuel Restaurant & Bar is once again serving up a serious steak and beer special just for dad. Guest’s are encouraged to treat their number one dad to brunch or dinner with a 12 oz, 40 day, dry-aged, Alberta prime rib-eye steak and a 16 oz craft beer from R&B Brewing Co. for $35. This mouthwatering steak will be served with two fried eggs, and french fries for brunch (11:30am – 3:00pm) and with mizuna greens and onion rings for dinner (3:00pm – 10:00pm). Whether you join us for brunch or dinner, dad’s meal includes his choice of R&B Brewing Co.’s Red Devil Pale Ale or Sun God Wheat Ale. Details after the jump… Read more
GOODS: Kitsilano’s “Refuel” Introducing Special Take Out Deals During Cup Finals…
May 30, 2011
Refuel Restaurant & Bar is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in Vancouver | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver BC | Fans of Refuel and the Vancouver Canucks are encouraged to sit back in the comfort of their home and cheer, “Go Canucks Go!” while enjoying their favorite Refuel dishes. Refuel Restaurant & Bar has always offered a wide range of take out options and in honour of the Vancouver Canucks making it to the Stanley Cup final, the options just got better. The Refuel burger and buttermilk fried chicken (previously only available on Fridays) are both available to go on game nights and will come with a complimentary can of soda. The dry-aged beef burger is ground fresh daily and recommended medium rare, topped with mayonnaise, aged cheddar, house-cured bacon on a fresh baked bap and served with Kennebec fries. The buttermilk fired chicken is made with Polderside Farms Red Bro heritage breed chicken, marinated in buttermilk, cooked sous-vide, breaded, fried and served with coleslaw, a jalapeno biscuit and gravy. Go Canucks “To Go” details after the leap… Read more
GOODS: A Call To Action And A Call To Dine At Kitsilano’s “Refuel” Restaurant
March 22, 2011
Refuel Restaurant is located at 1944 West 4th Ave in the heart of Kitsilano | 604-288-7905 | www.refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Refuel
Vancouver, BC | Join us Thursday March 24 and give back simply by enjoying a relaxing meal. We will donate 25% of all food sales to Dining Out For Life, which benefits local charities A Loving Spoonful and Friends For Life, which in turn support those living with HIV/AIDS in Vancouver. Read more
