The British Columbia restaurant scene is one of the most outstanding in the world in terms of diversity, unique concepts, exceptional food quality, excellent wine & bartending culture, professional service and value for the customer.
An initiative of the British Columbia Restaurant and Foodservices Association, the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame is a celebration of the people and the restaurants that make our industry world class. Since 2004, the innovation and dedication of outstanding individuals has been recognized through their admission into the only Restaurant Hall of Fame in Canada.
The 2026 BC Restaurant Hall of Fame will be on October 19, 2026.
Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre, Vancouver
2026 BC Restaurant Hall of Fame Inductees
Here are our 2026 Hall of Fame inductees! Join us on October 19, 2026 at Vancouver’s Italian Cultural Centre to celebrate.
ACTIVE RESTAURANTEUR
Angus An, Full House Hospitality
Jason Forbes, Tap & Barrel Group
J.C. Poirier, St. Lawrence
Lucais Syme, Autostrada Hospitality
Ray Russell, Freshslice
Reuben Major, VanUrban Hospitality
LOCAL CHAMPION
Craig Sheridan, Jill Sheridan, Jonathan Burke, and Alex Ploughman, Legends Haul
Ned Bell, Hatch Hospitality
LEADING EMPLOYEE/MANAGER - FRONT OF HOUSE
Sandy Grant, Moments Hospitality Collective
LEADING EMPLOYEE/MANAGER - BACK OF HOUSE
Ashley Kurtz, Cactus Club
Brian Everett, Gateway Casinos
RISING STAR
Shawn Soole, Cafe Mexico and Fuego
EXCELLENCE IN CORPORATE OPERATIONS
Jenny Ryan, Sequoia Group of Restaurants
SUPPLIER
Jason Pleym, Two Rivers Meats
FRIENDS OF THE INDUSTRY
Richelle Akimow, Gordon Food Services
Michelle Sproule, SCOUT Magazine
Christina Ferreira, Impact Events + Brand Management
Shawna Gardham, SGPR Connects Hospitality Consulting
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
Bob Lindsay, Monk McQueen’s + LIFT Bar & Grill
Bobby Naicker, Wings/Denny’s/Chop/Chkn Shack/River Reach
Jack Lamont, Glowbal Restaurant Group
“These 24 outstanding individuals represent excellence across all corners of BC’s food and restaurant industry. This year's inductees exemplify passion, resilience, and leadership.”
“From chefs and restaurateurs to visionary leaders and advocates, each inductee has left a lasting mark on the culinary community in British Columbia. The 2026 celebration promises to be an inspiring and heartfelt tribute to their contributions.”
IAN TOSTENSON
President & CEO, BCRFA
Join Us To Celebrate!
Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Italian Cultural Centre – 3075 Slocan St, Vancouver, BC V5M 3E4
The evening starts with a cocktail reception with signature cocktails designed to feature BC’s unique ingredients and up-and-coming crafts spirits industry. As you dine, you will enjoy a selection of fine BC wines.
If you work in restaurant and foodservice, or are passionate about BCs food and restaurant scene, join us as we celebrate our industry’s star restaurants and the people behind them.
EARLY BIRD PRICING IS ON NOW!
Early Bird (ends July 31st): $250 or $2500 for a table of 10
Regular Rate: $265 or $2650 for a table of 10
Non-BCRFA members: $275
Live & Silent Auction
The gala’s live auction will have some spectacular packages. Stay tuned for more details!
Hall of Fame Partners
