It’s finally patio season in Vancouver and we are heading to the Brown in Port Moody. Brown’s isn’t our favorite restaurant around, other than the breweries it does have one of the better patios. And the Brewers are going to be a packed by the time we’ll get there.
We got a quick snack, mostly as a buffer against the copious amounts of alcohol heading down our gullets shortly.
Pork gyoza.
These are spicier than I remember. Also one of the few thjngs I can eat here. Honestly I don’t know how Brown’s is surviving with this menu. Of all the restaurants in the class (think Cactus, Earls) Brown’s has the worst menu, and it not even close. But these are nicely done, decent flavour, and a little kick.
We are starting our libations with a couple drinks of their summer drink specials
Guava basil crush
Tequila, lemon juice, guava and basil. Should be a great combination. However it was very disappointing. It was watery and had almost no flavour. I wonder if they forget something?
Passionfruit crush
This crush was better. Vodka, passionfruit, lime juice and Triple Sec. You could really taste the passionfruit. Very refreshing.
Caesar
A good version, but for me, could use a little more kick.
Pomegranate Basil Martini.
Ding, ding, ding. We have a winner. This drink was so good I had two!..
Vodka, pomegranate juice, orange liqueur, lime juice and basil come to together to create a vibrant, sweet yet tart cocktail that pairs great with the peppery basil.
Im very mixed about Brown’s. Come for the patio. Enjoy the drinks. Eat at home first.