I have a newfound love for Filipino cuisine and food now. My group ordered the sinigang shrimp,…read morechicken adobo, beef pares, buihon guisado and everything was just so amazingly flavourful. Some of our favourites were the adobo that wasn't too vinegary like some other spots and the beef pares had a nice sweetness.

First time here and the staff were sooo welcoming! Tried out a few of their dishes!…read moreSinigang shrimp - a little too sour but lots of veggies and shrimp inside! Highly recommend ordering rice to go with it Chicken adobo - Chicken came off the bone and was perfectly marinated! Beef pares - thought the noodles were too soft and it was on the salty side Buihon guisado - big hit amongst the group!

Super tasty Filipino place a few blocks N of Lonsdale Quay…read more Parking is available but limited on the streets. The interior is pretty dumpy. Basically a hole in the wall. Nice casual comfort food. Looks like a mom & pop (brother & sister?) place. The guy used to the executive chef at Truffle House (now closed) in Ambleside (West Vancouver). I happened to enter the place near their closing time (incorrect business hours) but they were kind enough to still serve my buddy and me with whatever they had still available. I had their litson (lechon) with garlic rice. Super tasty. Gobbled up the entire thing. The lechon skin was a bit hard, but I think that was more because it had been sitting all afternoon. Not going to hold that against them. Served with tangy chili(?) dipping sauce. They have other cafeteria items available if one comes earlier in the day. Definitely will be back to try some of their other stuff. Recommended.

What a great discovery! Filipino food is the unsung hero of South Asian cuisine. Unbelievably…read morefriendly and helpful. The chef was quite jovial and the lady who ran FOH was lovely. It's a teeny place with only 5 or 6 small tables, so takeout might be a great option too. I had the grilled squid stuffed with sisig (sautéed pig parts) and garlic rice and it was spot on. Best Filipino garlic rice I've had in vancouver. Squid was perfectly grilled and the sisig never lets you down, especially with the great vinegar sauce that comes with. Lovey had the 2 dish special with garlic rice, and her two dishes were Bicon Express (pork in coconut milk with a bit of chili) and Laing, which is taro leaves cooked down in coconut milk. Superb, even if it's not the most appetizing looking! Can't recommend this place enough. I'll be back again and again.

Tried the large pho with rare beef slices and beef balls. For a large size, I would have wanted…read moremore substance and it makes me wonder what a small size would have. There were big screens to watch the game, but the food was average at best.

This place is great. The decor inside is warm. Service is fast. The food taste great we had the…read moreshaking beef with rice and soup. And the pho tai and all the pho dishes can be upgraded to a combo which includes a drink & appetizer for an additional $6

Service was really good! I had a really wonderful experience here. Food also are amazing…read more I ordered Fish Hot pot, Steak Salad, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice. It was delicious! Definitely come back to try more dishes.

Rens Cafe is a beautiful dinner spot with a glass-ceiling indoor terrace that fills the space with…read moresoft natural light and creates a relaxed, airy atmosphere. I ordered the mixed mushrooms with glass noodles from the main dishes menu (one of the few vegetarian options available). It's a simple stir-fry--fragrant garlic, mushrooms, and silky glass noodles. Nothing overly complicated, but comforting and satisfying in its own way. At first, it feels quite understated, almost plain-looking, but it grows on you with every bite. The little chilli sauce on the side is what really elevates everything. A bold mix of green chilli, garlic, ginger, and lime juice--it completely wakes up the dish and turns each bite into something bright and punchy. It honestly made me realize how much I miss ginger in everyday cooking. The stir-fry is a bit oily, but it seems intentional, helping keep the glass noodles from clumping and giving them that smooth, glossy texture. My only wish is that there were more plant-based options on the menu--because the space and flavours here really deserve a stronger vegetarian selection.

Supper affordable good eats! Been to LA Grill & Bistro many times with friends and always had a…read moresolid meal. Their drink prices are like from 20 years ago! They also offer lunch and dinner specials so check out their website for the daily specials. My favourites are the nachos, chicken souvlaki, New York Steak. My friend loved the BLT and LA Burger. Located in the mimi mall complex so lots of free parking around.

There is discount eating and then there is discount dining…read more Ikea and Golden Coin, qualifies in the former. Golden Coin, IMHO is actually *healthier* than Ikea. Who knows what fillers and other preservatives is in the pre-prepared food of Ikea. Is Ikea edible? Yes. Will it Kill you? Unlikely. LA Grill is the latter, discount dining. Ironic that its next to a discount grocery chain, FreshCo in the same strip mall. If you want an addition to discount eating, there's also the Arches in the strip mall complex. There's also the option of fighting with the bottle collectors for some couch change at the Return-it Recycling depot a stone's throw away. DDDD, dumpster diving discount dining at its best. Derision aside, LA Grill is quite decent for what it is. It's not fancy, nor is it gourmet. The menu is not extensive, let alone exhaustive. Very simple with options for everyone's palate. The pricing is the bonus. It's extremely reasonable. Hauntingly similar to X-Site Bistro in North Burnaby. Others have mentioned that they maybe the same owners or related in some way. Worth a visit.

Stopped here for family dinner simply because it was close by, and I had a craving for Thai food…read more We made reservations online, and showed up on time, and were quickly seated. As I entered, I quickly remembered being in the space not long ago when it was a El Gato Gab Gab. The space has stayed mostly the same, but the decor has been updated to have a more Thai theme. We initially had our mind set on 5 dishes, but were told 2 were sold out, so we had to make some changes. They had mentioned a couple other items (which we didn't order) were sold out too, so they clearly had some supply or planning issues to work out. Here is what I tried: - Stuffed Chicken Wings: Very good. The batter had volume, but stayed quite light. The chicken was mostly deboned, and fully stuffed. Probably my favourite dish of the night: - Crispy Frog Legs: Very good. Quite similar to the chicken wings in terms of the light batter. - Khao Soi Chicken Leg: OK. Tasted fine, but the chicken, although tender, had a slightly mealy quality to it that I thought was a bit strange. - Pad Ka-Pao Beef: Good, but the beef was more "wet" that I normally see it. - Naem Fried Rice: Good. No complaints. Service was very pleasant, and they took the time to present and describe the dishes. They did seem less attentive as the place got busier though. I would rate this visit a 3.25 out of 5 - a little better than average. I really liked the stuffed chicken wings and crispy frog legs, but everything else was a bit more average including the service. Not having a few dishes we wanted shows signs that they need to iron out some operational issues.

This place has changed many times, and now it's a Thai restaurant!…read more I really enjoyed it overall. They kept the original structure but redesigned the interior, which now has a beautiful Thai-inspired fusion style. Food-wise, I liked everything I ordered. The two appetizers complemented each other well--one deep-fried and one herb-based, creating a nice balance. The chicken leg noodle had a very creamy soup base. Last but not least, the cocktails were creative too--Thai-inspired but not overly boozy. The service was great as well. All the servers were friendly and always smiling.

Late night options in Richmond have become sparse nowadays, but thanks to some local insight, my…read moregroup of dining companions and I found ourselves at Spark after midnight during the midweek. Parking is normally a hassle during the daytime, but at night it's a breeze. Strangely, there was still a sign up for paid parking, yet signing an iPad near the bar will somehow negate the charge for 3 hours. Just outside the door, there are also "guards" who patrol the lot on foot (#1) and many cigs are disposed of in the process. It's likely they'll end up at the bar patrolling their own drinks instead. Most Richmond nightlife is very Chinese and Spark is no exception. The staff is multilingual, but most patrons here are Mandarin speaking. Folks have known the place to be a haven for karaoke and nightly food specials, but we were here for cocktails and cocktails only. There was plenty of space and abundant seating in very intimate lighting with a prominent stage. Coming here on a Tuesday, it was a relaxing evening. The wait staff was prompt, and most of our drinks came out quickly. The osmanthus oolong ($19) was semi-refreshing, but not nearly sweet as the white rabbit ($17) or berrily ever after ($18). The moscow mule ($17) looked decent, though I wonder if the zombie ($22) was worth it. The times to be here are absolutely the weekend. All weekend they have live music and more food specials. I think it would be an interesting time to take advantage of one of their private only areas for group time, and while I suspect the food is mid at best, I will likely be back to sample everything they do well. I look forward to this, along with some really quality amateur singing (#1). ____________ (#1) This might be one of the only venues that offer public karaoke

2 Mains & 2 Appetizers for just $39.99 was a combo meal that I had to check out here. The menu is…read moreonly available until Oct 31st 5pm-12am. Choose 2 Appetizers from: -Fried Gyoza -Takoyaki -Spicy Edamame -Truffle fries -Onion rings -House Salad Choose 2 mains: -Spaghetti meatballs -Carbonara Pasta -Alfredo Wagyu Pasta -Truffle mushroom burger + fries -Chicken burger + fries -Wagyu burger + fries ($3 add on) -Lobster Bisque Pasta ($5 add on) -Steak Frites ($6 add on) My friend and I also tried their Jealousy $20 (refreshing & fruity) & Tiramisu drink $19 (legit tasted like tiramisu). Both were really good!! I enjoyed our meal overall. It's not like mind blowing food but good for the value. My fave was chicken burger as it was fresh & crispy. The lobster bisque pasta was decent but I wouldn't mind more sauce. The takoyaki was okay but I would opt for something else next time.Fried gyoza was yummy. Ice cream sundae was okay but nothing special Worth going for the combo deal though! It's a nice space where you can watch sports and there's live music on certain days. I

Amazing food, amazing service. Food was delicious. Be careful of the red chili's. Wait staff was…read moreincredible. When my mouth is on fire, they brought me a special drink to cool it down.

A group of us were on the waitlist for Tom Sushi, but the wait was 90 minutes, and a couple of us…read morewere hungry, so we decided to stop here for a drink and quick bite. Being familiar with Maenam, Sen and Fat Mao, I had a certain level of expectation for Sainam. It was early on Friday evening (around 6pm) and it wasn't busy. I didn't make much of a note of the decor - a nice enough space, but not memorable by any means. What I tried: - Lychee Rhubarb Lemonade: Good. It was refreshing. - Som Tom Sua: Not good. It lacked flavour. I wouldn't order it again. - Laab Fried Rice: Good. Good flavour and wok hei. Quite expensive for the portion size though. Service was adequate. Friendly and attentive enough, but nothing remarkable. I recognize that we didn't sample a lot, but what I did have was mixed. I would consider coming back to give it another chance.