Really enjoyed my visit to Steamworks Mount Pleasant, especially because of their super…read moredog-friendly patio! As soon as I walked in, I saw many dogs hanging out on the patio. The staff were really thoughtful and brought water for the dogs, and I was surprised to find that they even have a dog menu at reasonable prices. Such a nice touch for dog owners! Their Happy Hour is also good value. We ordered three dishes and two beers, and it came out to just over $30 per person. The food was actually not bad. They have a great selection of beers from different breweries, so it's a fun spot to try different styles and flavors in one place.

The brunch they had was fantastic! generous serving, delicious food! Our Server was Matt. He was…read moreamazing!

Mintara replaces Horizons on top of Burnaby Mountain - you will need to book a table - as they…read moredon't take walks ins - as they are sometimes used as a wedding venue - so you will want to check in advance. Parking was okay - but it could be quite challenging if the weather is nicer as this is a great sightseeing / sunset viewing spot - with beautiful gardens in the warmer months. The vibe was pretty cozy and warm - with large windows for you to view the surrounding park and city skyline - I think due to the fact that you need to book online or by phone - they weren't insanely busy - so the environment was pretty chill , and you could easily have a deep conversation. Very limited wine menu , in fact - limited drink menu overall. The house wine did not hit the spot - but there was not a ton of options - so it is what it is. Went for the 3 Course Dinner - for $55 - the value for price seemed fair. Appetizer - Soup of the day with garlic bread - For me the garlic to the garlic bread was super lackluster - almost just felt like a near burnt piece of toast. / The Soup was okay - had a nice spice kick to it. Surf and turf - 4oz lobster tail was on the salty end but still was acceptable. The steak was made to a medium rare - however it was definitely closer to a medium/medium well. The seasoning was okay - but the sauce was not really to my liking - should of asked for the sauce on the side - there was parts of the steak where i felt like it was dry and tough. Dessert - Coffee Crunch cake / Partners - Cheesecake Coffee crunch was not bad but towards the end gets way to sweet - you may need a cup of tea or something to truly enjoy it. It taste like the Coffee crisp chocolate with a hint of KitKat if i needed to describe it. Cheesecake was rich, nothing to special. Overall - Service team was amazing - and checked in on us an appropriate amount of times. - I think this is a good place for you to indulge at a more budget friendly place. However if you wanted top quality steak or seafood , you are probably better off spending a bit more elsewhere. I will probably come back - but not in a hurry to do so.

I recently attended a wedding here and was so pleased with the venue. Not only was the view…read morebreathtaking, but the renovation and modern touches were stunning! The food was a good 8/10 - roast beef was delicious and they had the most amazing sticky toffee pudding as the dessert - knocked it out of the park with that! 5 Stars for Kevin, i believe he was the restaurant manager. He was so kind, patient and there for our every need. Super nice guy and made sure everyone was happy! All of his staff were wonderful too. Sadly, the event coordinator was extremely rude and not attentive. I don't usually write negative reviews on people but there were several instances where she was not helpful and straight up passive and rude. Like girl, this is your JOB. We had a special suite as part of the bridal party and we were out of toilet paper in the bathroom. After looking around i wasn't able to find any - so i inquired about it and said "hi, i just have one inquiry, we're out of toilet paper in the left stall. could we get some more please?" and she goes "there should be some in there" and just walked away. Like thanks... All in all, i'd highly recommend this spot for a nice meal and walk around the park. It's one of the most beautiful views in metro Vancouver!

A friend invited us to hear a Beatles tribute band -The Early Beats- play…read more The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, the music amazing. We had a glass of wine and shared a salmon burger. Great evening for a reasonable price.

Decent food and drinks, but a bit pricey. That said, this…read moreplace offers something this area of town needs,.. a pub with decent live event programming but not for the rich only (cough: "new" Hollywood). The style of this place is cool and inviting,. like a little bit of East Van injected into a neighbourhood that had been losing the cool for quite some time. We'll be back for an event and maybe a bit of summer tiny patio time.

A Pleasant Surprise in a New City…read more While aimlessly wandering through a new city, I stumbled upon this spot and figured, "Why not?" With only a handful of patrons inside, my skepticism was high, but the visit turned out to be a positive one. I started with a light crisp draft beer that hit the spot perfectly. For food, I only took appetizers...the roasted brussels sprouts and chicken wings. Both are what you would expect from typical bar fare - tasty, well-prepared and satisfying without blowing you away. Nothing extraordinary, but nothing disappointing either. The vibe is ideal for catching up with friends. The front outdoor patio sits right along side a busy street, yet the noise level stayed comfortable enough for easy conversation. It felt a bit quiet during my Monday afternoon visit on a public holiday, but I can easily see it being a lively and fun hangout on a weekend. Overall, this was a decent spot and a good find. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the neighborhood.

I'm changing my review! I've now been to East Side Craft House plenty now because we love their…read moretrivia nights on Saturday and I've tried their wings again and had other menu items! The second time around wings were better than the first ie my first review! They were crispy, still juicy inside and sauced real well. I've also had their smash burger which has been my favourite meal so far, it's absolutely delicious!! The double patty double cheese with pickles and onions is like a gourmet fast food burger - it has everything you need! It comes with choice of curly fries or regular fries or a salad, always get the curlies they're really good! I also love their Cesars, always really tasty which I find can be hard to nail at restaurants - this one is really good! Service is good, sometimes a touch slow if it's a busy night but always super friendly. The Saturday night crowd is always buzzing because of trivia and it's a fun time all around. We will be back plenty!

Service was good Food was good…read more Prices are a bit high for the amount of food you get. Son had kids cheese pizza and a side of fries Daughter and I shared the Dirty Bird chicken sandwich, it was a bit spicy. The pickles were very good. Husband got the 12oz steak and fries for Father's Day. The quality of the steak wasn't great. Hubby had a beer flight and I had a cider flight. Was Okay. If you are sitting at a table and not a both the wooden chairs are not very comfortable.

It's a good sized place that has a huge amount of taps, it should be packed all the time given its…read morelocation so close to Hwy #1. Our first experience was less than inspiring, which is too bad, because there are things to like. The service is great, although it wasn't crazy busy. Our server was attentive, aware of our needs, and took care of us very well. The beverages are wide ranging and mostly local which is a wise choice given the political landscape recently. The part that let the entire experience down was the food hands down. My tuna salad was acidic, and too lemon forward. It was cut like steak, which was new to me. The lovely K was also confused by her meal, supposedly a burger. We'd love to give it another try, but will need an invite, we won't go back on our own, far too many other places to explore in this part of the valley.

This place is vibing…read more Service is great, drinks are fantastic and the ambiance is bumpin. The music is a touch loud but awesome. Street parking only but great neighborhood spot.

Located in Mount Pleasant, in the part full of art and colors, this place fits right in with…read moreinteresting signs and decor. We went here on a Saturday around 6:30pm and it was a bit busy - quoted a 20 minute wait but got a text in 5 minutes to be seated at a high top table next to a purple vintage jukebox. We got tater tots with cheese sauce and the burnt smores cheesecake for food, and we got the Uncrustables, On the Ritz, and Gin & Juicemaxxing for cocktails. Food is a bit pricy - 8 CAD for a small amount of tater tots plus 4 CAD for a tiny cup of cheese sauce, and some entrees go up to 60 CAD which is crazy expensive. Definitely recommend sticking to the drinks only. The Uncrustables is pretty interesting - could have had a bit more peanut butter flavor but still good with the fruity undertones that resemble the jam. It is pretty much the liquid version of Uncrustables peanut butter and jelly sandwich. On the Ritz is pretty good too - a bit creamy and easy to drink. I recommend eating the crackers asap unless you want to try it soggy dipped with the cocktail (either way is good). Gin & Juicemaxxing is wonderful with the fruity and faintly herbal notes. It is also interesting as it is a cocktail on tap since it is highly popular and fairly complex to make, so this drink came out very fast. Service is okay, just need to flag a server as they are slow in being proactive on checking up or refilling waters. Definitely good bar with good ambience, but only worth checking if you are conveniently in the area.

The Cascade Room is a fun, popular spot for drinks and noshing. Street parking is available, but…read moreallow some extra time to find a space. We were seated in a booth near the front, where it was comfortable enough to talk, and our servers were friendly and attentive throughout the evening. Happy hour offered a good selection of cocktails and small plates. Nothing quite blew my socks off, but we had a good time. The garlic-chili prawns were my favorite dish. The wild boar tacos were tasty, though not especially memorable, and at $17 during happy hour, the free-range chicken wings didn't feel like a particularly good value. The Moroccan steak flatbread was good, but I preferred the calamari. The happy-hour spicy margarita was tasty, but the Slow Burn off the main menu took the prize for me. Overall, it's a nice place with a lively atmosphere, though I've had better drinks and nibbles elsewhere nearby. I'm glad we tried it, and I'd still come back. Enjoy!

I stumbled across this place for dine out fest and I must say they've really outdone themselves…read morewith this one: for $45 you get a 3 course meal: (note this is only available til Feb 8) APPETIZER: - Steelhead Trout & Prawn Croquettes - Pumpkin Seed-Crusted Goat Cheese MAINS - Grilled Hanger Steak - Pan-Roasted Chicken - Grilled Sockeye Salmon - Winter Squash & Wild Mushroom Risotto finished with grana Padano DESSERT - Tiramisu - Lemon Crème Brûlée I found the value really worth it. Food, drinks, ambiance, and service all amazing. We also tried the nutty by nature cocktail ($16) and the daily special - domesticated jungle bird ($12). I'd recommend also checking out happy hours MONDAY all day, TUES-SUN 4-6pm. They have some great deals. Even during regular hours they have a daily cocktail for $12 which is awesome!

I come here for trivia pretty much every week and it has a great ambience to it, with very friendly…read moreservers. The food is mostly good though I'm not a fan of the chicken apple Brie wrap; it was dry and not very good. I also note some of the food has shrunk in size, especially the chocolate cake, which is disappointing.

I really enjoyed this spot. The interior has a charming vintage, retro feel that gives it a…read morenostalgic vibe, and the view adds an extra layer to the experience. The music was a bit louder than I prefer, but it didn't take away too much from the overall atmosphere. The food was solid--my favourites were definitely the burger and the charcuterie, both of which stood out. The Brussels sprouts were just okay in comparison. Service was decent, nothing over the top but perfectly fine. One of the highlights is their happy hour, which offers great value on both food and drinks. Overall, it's a place I'd happily return to.