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December 12, 2024

Cocktail Bar Meo Embraces the Carefree Energy of the 1970s

Vintage Hong Kong nightlife mingles with retro motel charm at the new Vancouver spot

Words by: Stephanie Chen • Photos by Conrad Brown, courtesy of Ste Marie

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December 12, 2024

Cocktail Bar Meo Embraces the Carefree Energy of the 1970s

Vintage Hong Kong nightlife mingles with retro motel charm at the new Vancouver spot

Words by: Stephanie Chen • Photos by Conrad Brown, courtesy of Ste Marie

Nestled in the heart of Vancouver’s Chinatown, Meo channels the hedonistic allure of the 1970s and ’80s.

meo bar vancouver chinatown cocktail bar restaurant retro 1970s cat portrait round velvet booth seatingDesigned by Canadian studio Ste Marie, the cocktail bar and restaurant is a sultry counterpart to its sister venues, Bao Bei and Kissa Tanto.

Drawing inspiration from a Hong Kong nightlife photo by Vancouver photographer Greg Girard and the clandestine love motels of a bygone era, the dimly lit space is wrapped in plush pink drapery, lush floral carpeting, and punctuated by bold red accents.

Pendant lights from the 1970s hang against dark wood-paneled walls, while an old-school jukebox—reminiscent of Girard’s imagery—casts a nostalgic glow over the richly textured setting.

The bar itself extends the rumpus room-meets-bedroom vibe, featuring an eclectic array of lighting, thrifted curios gathered during the owner’s travels through Taiwan, and contemporary touches.

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