The American

Bar

926 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2W1
Downtown Eastside / Strathcona, Vancouver, BC
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Spaces for hire at The American

Full Venue
Bar
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Whole venue
300 seats
300 standing
The American is a sports bar in Vancouver, BC. We are located at the northwest corner of Mt. Pleasant and Chinatown and offer a communal space with a mix and mingle that is perfect for groups both large and small. We feature long high-top tables and stools to accommodate 160 guests seated and 300 standing, as well as an upper/lower lounge with mi...

Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Back Lounge
Lounge
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Semi-private area
40 seats
60 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
The Back Lounge (not a separate room, just located at the back of the bar) features a separate seating section for groups who want more of a private experience for their booking. The space can accommodate 40 people seated and up to 60~ people standing/mingling. There is a bar located in the Back Lounge and there is a dedicated bartender for every b...

Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Explore other spaces in the area

926 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2W1
Public transportation
Parking
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Public transportation
  • Bus Vancouver Bus Terminal 300 m
  • Bus Main Street-Science World Station @ Bay 2 300 m
  • Train Pacific Central Station 300 m
Parking
  • Parking City Gate Tower 2 Parking - Lot #1101 - 1159 Main St, Vancouver 250 m
  • Parking Parking Indigo Vancouver Lot 118 - Golden Crown - 211 E Georgia St, Vancouver 250 m
Hotels
  • Cobalt Hotel (SRO) 50 m
  • Main St Hostel 50 m
  • Arno Hotel 300 m

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$7500 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Monday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$6000 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$7000 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$7500 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Thursday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from C$10000 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from C$520 hire fee per hour
Friday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$975 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$15000–C$30000 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$975 hire fee per hour
Saturday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$975 hire fee per hour
Full Venue
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$15000–C$30000 min. spend
Back Lounge
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from C$975 hire fee per hour

Facilities and catering options

Up to 300
standing
Up to 300
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol

About The American

The American is a barcade/sports bar and events space located at the intersection between Mount Pleasant, Strathcona, and Chinatown in Vancouver, BC. We have an open concept, communal space with a mix and mingle atmosphere that is perfect for groups both large (up to 250) and small.

We offer a great variety of craft beers, cocktails, and natural wines alongside a mouth-watering menu from DownLow Burgers. The room has numerous TVs/projector screens along with an ever-changing lineup of pinball and arcade games and an analog photobooth.

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At The American, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The American is located at 926 Main Street, in the Downtown Eastside / Strathcona district of Vancouver.