Published on Main · Restaurant · Vancouver
One of the hardest tables in Vancouver, and worth every day of the 60-day wait.
Published on Main opened in Mount Pleasant in 2019 and has since climbed to a Michelin star, a #17 ranking on North America's 50 Best 2026, and a place among Canada's 100 Best. It is one of the toughest tables in Vancouver and one of the most rewarding, worth every day of the roughly two-month wait.
The room is warm and low-lit, a Mount Pleasant storefront on Main Street that feels more neighborhood than temple, with an open kitchen and a bar program that pulls its own crowd and has become a destination in its own right. Chef Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson, a Red Seal-trained cook who has put the restaurant on the national map, works a Pacific Northwest menu with a strong Nordic streak, leaning on fermentation and foraged ingredients like elderflower, nettle and sea asparagus, all filtered th
Published on Main takes reservations through OpenTable. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Vancouver; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Tuesday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Wednesday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Thursday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Friday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Saturday: 17:00 - 23:00
- Sunday: 17:00 - 23:00
Frequently asked about Published on Main
How do I get a reservation at Published on Main in Vancouver?
Tables at Published on Main are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Vancouver plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Published on Main?
Published on Main is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Published on Main?
Published on Main runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Published on Main located?
Published on Main is in Vancouver. MyRSVP can build it into a full Vancouver itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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