On my way to South Surrey / White Rock, lunch was calling my name…read more I had never been to this Cactus Club location before. Walked into a very well decorated interior layout & presentation. The layout of the interior, lighting, tables & bar are what restaurants should look like - amazing vibe & style. I was impressed. Sat out on the patio, which was closed due to the overcast sky. Nonetheless, it actually felt comfortable sitting there. Tried a new menu item - Scallop + Prawn Ceviche. It was excellent. Also went for the always reliable - Szechuan Lettuce Wraps. Both these items were stellar in taste & presentation. I had just enough room for dessert - the Chocolate Lava Cake. So good I wanted another one! The hosts & servers were warm & very pleasant. I'll definitely be coming back here again to this particular location. Ps I noticed on their website - locations in Boston & Miami will be opening up.

Cactus Club Cafe is great for a chill night out with great food and a curated atmosphere. It's got…read morea perfect balance between casual and trend. It would be great for date nights, group dinners, or just grabbing drinks. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, if the weather is nice i would recommend sitting in the patio area. We got the Butternut Squash Ravioli which not only looked great but also had the right amount of creaminess and flavor, and the Szechuan Lettuce Wraps were my personal favorite. Perfect starters or shareable bites. Our service was great and our food came out pretty quickly. There are reservations available and we were able to be seated right away even without one.

Headed to The Keg in South Surrey at the tail end of November 2025 for a birthday bash. The…read morebirthday boy's love for meat is legendary--think T-Rex at a steakhouse--while I'm a reluctant vegetarian, more out of necessity than choice (thanks, digestive system). Service? Always top-notch. I've never met a server here who wasn't excellent. The birthday boy stuck to his tried-and-true favourite, while I set out on a culinary adventure and ordered the vegetarian Golden Harvest Bowl. Turns out, this bowl should've been taste-tested by Gordon Ramsay first--he'd have launched it across the room, where it would have landed on the wall in a glorious Jackson Pollock tribute. The falafels? More like "fail-afels"--they were so dark and mushy, I'm convinced they were science experiments gone wrong. The taste was like someone spilled a cauldron full of salty brown gravy mix into the batter, and then shrunk them to the size of a hedgehog chocolate (adorable, but only if you're not planning to eat them). I couldn't even choke down one--my taste buds staged a mutiny. The rice, masquerading as "pilaf," was really just yellow rice impersonating something more exotic, while desperately dreaming of spices and salt. The side? Two halved cherry tomatoes (bless their hearts) and about three tablespoons of angrily chopped raw red cabbage. No seasoning on those either, unless "disappointment" counts. Beneath the rice lay a mysterious yellow mush, possibly sauce, possibly another science experiment. All of it was served at less-than-room temperature--so cold it could've auditioned for a role as the iceberg in Titanic. I ate the cherry tomatoes and red cabbage, and left the rest as a modern art installation on my plate. Meanwhile, the birthday boy was happily tucking into his main, but his beloved Mushrooms Neptune appetizer had fallen from grace. He remembered the glorious old days--big, juicy mushroom caps, with real seafood bits swimming in cream cheese and mozzarella. Now? Just a couple of mushroom scraps, zero seafood, and the cream cheese had the consistency of existential dread. COVID changed a lot: portion sizes shrank, quality dove off a cliff, and prices soared like a Vancouver Condo rent. But come on - this is The Keg! The bill for our alcohol-free meal? A cool $140.00. For that price, we could've hit the Indian place on Scott Road and dined like royalty, with both of our bellies full - and not of regret either! Moral of the story? Never expect a decent ethnic-vegetarian dish at a restaurant where the mascot is a ribeye. If you're a vegetarian tagging along, eat before, and just show up for the laughs. You'll have more fun, and your stomach will thank you. As for the Golden Harvest Bowl at The Keg? I recommend it only if you're looking for a new way to start a Riot of Disappointment. Sorry, no photos. I was so stunned I forgot to take pictures.

I had dinner at the Keg for a friend's birthday not too long ago and I left with very mixed…read morefeelings. This was my first visit to this location but I've eaten at many Keg locations across Canada. I've always recommended the Keg as the best place to get a great steak due to the consistency in the quality of their food as well as the overall experience in dining out at their restaurants. On this particular visit, the service was excellent. Our party was quite large but absolutely everyone felt taken care of and our server was truly wonderful. It was quite loud in the restaurant because it was really busy and everyone was having a great time, but she managed to get everyone's order correct and did a fantastic job. The downside on this visit was the food. I ordered a steak with lobster, which is not something I would usually order. My go-to meal choice has almost always been the Filet Classic dinner, which has never disappointed me before. As it was a special occasion, I splurged and added a lobster tail. I was actually very surprised when my plate arrived to see a dried up, almost mangled-looking, and quite small, lobster tail. I did bring it to the server's attention and she immediately brought a replacement; however that one wasn't much better. It did not taste very good and had a rubbery consistency. I honestly didn't want to make a big deal about it as I didn't want to upset my friend (the guest of honour) who was sitting beside me. I did ask for a box to take the rest of my meal home, but a couple of other things I noticed were the green beans had not been properly trimmed and still had the stems connecting several beans together, which told me the kitchen staff was not prepping the food with much care. The vegetables were not well seasoned, again, very unusual for a Keg meal. I will say that the steak was well cooked to mid-rare as I requested, but the rest of the meal just fell flat for me this visit. The Keg has always been a place I recommend to anyone looking for a great night out but when people are spending upwards of $100 per person on a meal, they hope every part of that experience is worth their hard-earned money. I hope the kitchen staff pays more attention to their food prep going forward as I know the Keg is definitely capable of providing a five-star experience.

Went to Earls on Thursday, January 29 for a birthday dinner and it was a frustrating experience…read morefrom start to finish. I usually love Earls and this was my first time trying this location, which made the experience even more disappointing. Food and drinks took an excessive amount of time, and when the food finally arrived it was cold and bland. Although the food concerns were eventually addressed, everything took far too long to matter. The manager did not check in until after the bill was already paid. Drinks took close to 40 minutes with only one bartender working, and dessert was brought out after we had already settled the bill. Staff communication was not professional. Poor service, poor timing, and very disappointing overall--especially for a birthday dinner. Will not be returning.

Boyfriend booked a late night Happy Hour as part of our anniversary weekend celebration. It was…read moregreat that there was parking close to the entrance and it was a full house on a December Saturday at 9:30pm. Earls gave us a handwritten Happy Anniversary card which was a really nice personal touch and so cute! We ordered the truffle fries and aburi salmon sushi to start. Boyfriend ordered a beer and I had a ginger ale as was still going through sugar withdraw after our recent trip to Egypt and Jordan where I indulged in multiple daily fresh fruit juices. Appies were solid and consistent. I ordered the Sante Fe salad, one of my faves, and it was delicious as always. Was a bit full so had to pack some of the salad to go. If I had known I would need to pack leftovers home, would have asked for the crispy tortilla straps on the side as they do get soggy overnight. Boyfriend ordered a pizza but could only enjoy one slice before we got full. We also had to pack that to go. Service was slower and less attentive than usual, probably due to the busy season and packed house, but still fine.

We sat outside and had nachos and beer. When we were looking at the menu for the nachos there…read morewas a note that we could "add meat" Tony and I debated what the meat would be. Was it whatever they had,? A mystery meat od unknow origins? Probably just ground beef? But we had a couple of 3 chicken, pulled pork and I think bacon? We had the pulled pork and the nachos were great. Beer good tooo.

Cool spot with live music and old school vibes.. will definitely back!…read more Was recently out in White Rock visiting buddies and hadn't heard of the Beer Shack before. I know where I'm goin this summer.. and its not the beach.

Everytime I visit the strip I know this place is a reliable spot to come to eat. I love their…read moreoutdoor patio and the all of the staff are great. I love getting a beer or Aperol spritz with a burger.

I thought the food was OK nothing special I got the seafood…read morefettuccine and the fish was pea sized and that did not impress me My wife liked the tacos but said they were nothing special I would pass, there are better places at the waterfront

Excellent food and service. We had one of their dinner specials and it came out hot and delicious…read more Will definitely be back

The menu had a little bit of everything. They had salads, pho, banh mi, entrees, and desserts. The…read morerestaurant is small but cute. I ordered the pho tai for take out. The broth wasn't as clear as what I'm used to but it wasn't bad. I'd like to try it in the restaurant next time to see if it tastes different when it's fresh from the kitchen. I liked how they packed up the pho for to go. The broth and meat were in a bowl with the noodles and garnishes separate which made eating it so easy and convenient. I'm curious to come back to try their bang mi.

We came without a reservation and were seated in the Patio with a quick wait…read more Servers were really friendly and it is a very welcoming and nice space. Music is minimal , but was still a little difficult to talk as quite loud with other tables. Our food was really tasty. I tried Cajun grilled chicken burger , mushroom pasta , Palms salad and prawn pasta. It was a little bit of a wait for food to come out. We also tried a couple drinks , Havana and Double beecher street. These were alright , strong tasting not very sweet.

This place was amazing and I would definitely come back. I live across the border and it was worth…read morethe drive. We ordered the goat cheese brûle to share and it was so tasty. As the main, I ordered the Casteveltrano Olive and Prawn Bucatini. I couldn't stop eating even though I was so full. Our server was attentive and kept our waters filled. But nothing else stood out to me. I loved the decor. Overall, it was great and would come back!

What can I say about Clove that does this restaurant justice? 5/5 on all accounts - food, staff,…read moreservice, atmosphere. The food here is so good that nothing else matters. Just an A+ experience all around. All I can say is WOW!!! I'm a huge fan of Indian cuisine, so I've tried a bunch of Indian restaurants, but this is one of the top! I've never had Indian food this good. The chef knows his stuff. I think the reason why the food is so good is how much heart and soul they put into their cooking. You can taste the passion in every mouthful, and it makes the whole experience even more special. Forget about the ordinary Indian places you've been to; Clove takes things to a whole new level. The flavours here are unlike anything you've ever tasted. Actually talking about it is making me hungry for them again. You can tell there's real thought, real skill, real flavour behind everything. Food of course speaks for itself, nothing I could beat anywhere else! Clove is one of those rare places that gets everything right -- atmosphere, service, mocktails, and food. The ambiance is stunning, and you're immediately greeted by warm, welcoming staff. And if you want the full experience, ask for Simran. She's the star of the show. Perfect recommendations, amazing service, and just genuinely makes you feel welcomed. She deserves all the praise! All the flavours hit the right notes in a perfect symphony. Every dish is packed with flavour, and you can really tell how much thought goes into the ingredients and cooking. The flavours are bold but well balanced, and nothing feels overdone. Each course stands out on its own, and everything tastes consistently excellent. For the main course, we had the butter chicken and wow -- it was incredible. The quality, spice, and flavour were off the charts. The butter chicken was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with flavour, easily the best we've had around here. The butter naans, cheese naans and garlic naans were the perfect sides -- soft, warm, and just the right amount of indulgent. And the presentation speaks for itself in the pictures. The food quality is nothing short of exceptional--each dish is a masterpiece, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients and presented with an artistic flair. Every dish is a testament to the chef's mastery and passion for Indian cuisine. One bite of the Amritsari Cod Pakora and you'll be hooked! You won't be able to stop eating them! When the mocktails (Lycheenis, Blue Caribbean, Pineapple Mango Margarita) are looking this good, you know they taste even better. The Berry-licious Gajrela was the best fix for my sweet tooth! Every dish was expertly prepared, and the flavours were spot on. The entire team works together seamlessly to create an unforgettable atmosphere. This place is the epitome of customer service. The seamless teamwork between them, coupled with impeccable professionalism, added a personal touch to our visit. What truly sets Clove apart is its unwavering commitment to providing impeccable service. The service is outstanding; the staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly, ensuring that every detail is perfect and that you feel welcomed and well-cared for throughout your meal. Textures, flavours, spice, presentation - it was all outstanding. We honestly wanted to order every item on the menu...that's how great everything tasted. There's so much love in every dish and you can taste it immediately. I cannot speak highly enough of the service, especially Simran. The only thing better than the delicious food and the beautiful ambience, is the lovely staff that treats everyone like family. Highly recommend if you're craving Indian comfort food done right. I can go on raving about this place but I suggest you find out on your own. So come here for the real deal!

This place should be called Salt-the art of horrible cooking. Some how we managed to find the worst…read moreIndian food in Surry which is a real achievement. A general rule I have is never go to a restaurant that has no one eating in it and when we came here we thought it might be closed because there were so few people only two tables occupied. Despite the place being empty the surly older women who greeted us made us do go to the front desk and do a reservation. We had two mocktails that were huge but bland (a complaint also made by another table), a appitizer that was pretty but rather than bland and that despite being cold and there literally be no other tables at that point it took 25 minutes to get and then we were served after almost an hour two of the most over salted dishes I have ever been served in a restaurant. I don't know if the cook didn't taste the dish or there is something deeply wrong with their palate but after a few bites neither of us could continue to it. We told both our younger server and the surly women that it was inedible and the surly woman just laughed which was nuts and the younger woman offered to have them "fix" it which I don't know how you fix an OVER SALTED dish with remaking it completely. While we aren't Indian, I have lived in Indian and have been adopted by aunties and ammas from both the north and the south and there is no way my Keralian dish nor my spouse's Punjabi dish should have tasted the way it did. Even after sending both dishes back barely eaten they still tried to make us pay for them only giving us 15 percent off a meal where again we could not eat our entrees. To top it off half way through our meal the surly women decided to spray airfresher right behind us which felt extremely rude and smelled disgusting. The other server claimed they had a "water leak" from the roof and the sole other table complained of a smell. I have no idea what these people's issue is but you can't have food that bad and be that rude even if you are in the heart of a large Indian population that will support you no matter how bad you are.

We arrived at 12:00 and the place was really cold. The girl that was serving us over talked the…read moresafety rules and common sense and instead of helping us set up the system. The simulator was glitchy wouldn't detect the ball half the time. We ordered fries and wings, it was just okay. Server was ditzy and odd. THENNN when we were ready to pay we had to wait at the front for 10 minutes while she did ?? In the back. Tip no, will we be back no!

Me and my group's experience was very positive and enjoyable! You have the option to reserve a time…read moreor you can just walk-in (beware of possible wait time if walking in) and with the VR room (requried to have reservations), there are 3 VR choices: 2 VR Room (holds up to 4 or 5 guests) or VIP VR Room (holds up to 10 guests, maybe more). Our group came to the restaurant during Happy Hour time, so upon walking in and checked in, we were seated pretty quickly. We sat at the booth section versus the bar area and the booths are really spacious to where even sitting with 3 people on one side, you still have a bit of wiggle room. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very eccentric, positive vibes but the lighting was pretry dim that we had to use our flash light every so often. Service-wise, our waitress was professional, positive, efficient and seemed like she was pretty new to this but was doing great! She provided us water and took our drink order a couple minutes after. Upon bringing our drinks, we were ready to order and she quickly took our order. After ordering, it was not long before our food came out, within 5-10 minutes and the waitress frequently checking up on how we were doing. Really great service in the end! The food that was provided to us was really good! The Chicken Gyoza was bomb, very flavorful and was not dry, as you might think. When biting in, the juices of the chicken melts in your mouth and wanting more. The Hot wings was definitely way too hot for me, as I am not a spicy food person, but my family loved the hot wings a lot. The Sweet Thai Chili wings was very good itself and surprisingly not that spicy but just that sweet kick and VERY juicy in texture and flavor. Lastly, the Snacker Nachos was very cheesy, not dry in flavor and adding the Tandoori Chicken in, made it even better to where me and my family just wanted more of the tandoori chicken! Overall experience for us was great, especially for first impressions, the service was exceptional and food was fulfilling! Would recommend this restaurant for casual and party gathering, if wanting to having a relaxed and fun time.

We came here on a whim for a Valentines Day Brunch. They were packed and my wife and I sat at the…read morebar with Armaan as the bartender. I ordered the Spicy Dill Caesar (my American friends, get on board already) and the Ribeye Hash and my wife got the Forager Benny. First off, Armaan has a gift as a Spirit whisperer and made me the only tomato based drink I have ever liked in my life! And then the Whiskey Sour he made later had the right proportions, ingredients, and presentation of a well crafted cocktail. The food was insane. The service was professional but friendly & comfortable. And we can't wait to brunch here again. Also sorry for the empty glass pic. The cocktails were so good I forgot to take a pic until I was done.

A friend was visiting from Vancouver and we were looking for a place for lunch and I had been to…read morethe Wooden Spoon and remembered I liked it so thought we would try again. All staff were great / my friend is Celtic so it's hard to eat out sometimes but the 3 servers we encountered were all well versed in how to deal with this. I follow a low carb diet so it was more difficult for me to find something to eat. I ordered the pulled pork hash on greens - it was good but super sweet unfortunately. No demerits to the Spoon for that. I could have ordered a side of bacon. My latte was good and we got to sit in the sun.