YVR announces White Spot set to open at the airport

Musqueam Territory/Richmond, B.C. (April 3, 2025) – Today Vancouver International Airport | Aéroport international de Vancouver (YVR) announced that White Spot will open to the public on April 7 with a full-service restaurant, lounge, and bar.   

“I am delighted to welcome White Spot back to YVR and have this truly beloved dining option open to travellers and our airport community,” said Tamara Vrooman, President & CEO at YVR. “YVR takes great pride in delivering an exceptional experience, and partnering with local, best-in-class brands like White Spot is a key part of fulfilling that commitment.”  

Located in the Domestic departures area, pre-security, the new location provides travellers, staff and those visiting the airport with the option to enjoy classic White Spot menu items as well as offerings exclusive to this location. YVR-exclusive menu items include Crispy Tofu, a selection of wagyu burgers, all day breakfast offerings, such as a Prawn & Bacon Benny, as well as signature cocktails like the Jalapeño Margarita, Paloma, Italian Greyhound, and Wildberry Gin Mule. 

YVR partnered with White Spot and Western Canadian franchisee, ECG Ventures II, to bring the new restaurant to the airport. Designed to reflect the landscape of British Columbia in line with YVR’s unique sense of place, the space features a refreshed West Coast aesthetic. This is evident in the interior detailing with tones of green, warm reds and copper accents, mixed with wood and stone textures for a warm atmosphere.  

“We are excited to bring White Spot back to YVR, with a renewed fresh look and unique menu designed for the YVR community,” said Trent Carroll, President of White Spot. “We’re grateful for the opportunity provided by YVR and the involvement of our valued partner, ECG Ventures II, whose shared vision and expertise have played a key role in getting us to opening day. We can’t wait to welcome more travellers from B.C. and beyond through our doors to experience the great taste and hospitality White Spot is known for.” 

Situated in a prime location that is accessible to all, the restaurant is open daily, starting April 7 from 4:00 a.m. to midnight. 

The new White Spot location marks the 16^th food and beverage offering to open at the airport since 2022 and highlights YVR’s commitment to ensuring a mix of global brands and local favourites to showcase the best of the community for the world to experience and enjoy.  

– 30 –