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Cactus Club / Casual Fine Dining / Coquitlam

Cactus Club

Posted on: January 31, 2026February 10, 2026

I have been avoiding Cactus Club for a little while now. I think I overdid it It’s a great vibe. But one can only eat the food at a particular establishment […]

Burgers / Coquitlam / Vancouver

Gordan Ramsay Burger

Posted on: August 17, 2025August 20, 2025

Ok so the goal tonight is to win enough at the casino to pay for our dinner at Gordon Ramsay’s burger restaurant in Coquitlam. As it’s a Ramsay restaurant we’re going […]

Cactus Club / Chinese / Coquitlam

Cactus Club Cafe

Posted on: March 5, 2025April 6, 2025

We are continuing working through the new menu items this afternoon. Today we are trying the Szechuan beans. First bite? Excellent. But as I ate more and more I enjoyed it […]

Coquitlam Grill
Breakfast / Coquitlam

Coquitlam Grill

Posted on: February 11, 2025February 28, 2025

I’ve been here a few times over the years and while it’s never wowed me, it’s never been bad either. If you haven’t been, I think it’s a neighbourhood version of […]

Cactus Club Cafe
Cactus Club / Coquitlam

Cactus Club Cafe

Posted on: February 8, 2025February 24, 2025

Tonight I’m continuing to work through the new menu items. Tuna Temaki tonight. Very nice presentation. But to me the taste doesn’t quite live up to the visuals. Interestingly I’ve seen […]

Paris Baguette
bakery / Coquitlam

Paris Baguette

Posted on: January 23, 2025January 29, 2025

I do like to try out new places twice in short order o see how first impressions hold up. So we made our way to Paris Baguette today with high hopes. […]

Eggbomb+
Breakfast / Coquitlam / Uncategorized

Eggbomb+

Posted on: January 18, 2025January 29, 2025

We are looking for a little breakfast this morning after dealing with the crowds at Costco. What a nightmare that was. I like OEB at Brentwood but lineups at this time […]

Cactus Club Cafe
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / Not Recommended

Cactus Club Cafe

Posted on: January 11, 2025January 29, 2025

I had an evening out with the boys again, exploring some of the new menu items. Unfortunately, the Teriyaki Chicken Bowl was a major letdown. The dish completely missed the mark […]

Paris Baguette
bakery / Coquitlam

Paris Baguette

Posted on: January 5, 2025January 29, 2025

With a name like Paris Baguette one would surmise that this is a company originating in France. Well, while it may be inspired by the French, it’s actually Korean. Merilynn has […]

Cactus Club Cafe
Cactus Club / Coquitlam

Cactus Club Cafe

Posted on: January 4, 2025April 7, 2025

It’s another evening at Cactus but the good news is they have some new menu items. Tonight I am trying the Red Thai Curry. Pretty dish. And it’s very good. It’s […]

Pasta Polo
Coquitlam / Italian / Uncategorized

Pasta Polo

Posted on: December 15, 2024January 29, 2025

So we headed to Originals in Port Moody Moody, as I’ve heard it’s very good. But it was closed. Posted hours indicated it was open but definitely no one was there. […]

Browns Coquitlam
Brown's / Coquitlam

Browns Coquitlam

Posted on: December 14, 2024January 29, 2025

Geez why am I here again? After perusing the menu for some length of time and not finding anything that’s appealing other than the tuna salad I think I’ll just have […]

Cactus Club
Coquitlam / drinks

Cactus Club

Posted on: November 8, 2024December 12, 2024

Yes I find myself here again. Cactus Club In Coquitlam. Four things from tonight. Excuse the crappy pictures it’s pretty dark in here tonight. I never find too many things to […]

The Wild Fig
Breakfast / Coquitlam

The Wild Fig

Posted on: November 5, 2024December 12, 2024

Trying out The Wild Fig this weekend for brunch. Now normally when I think of Sunday brunch in 2024 I think of an à la carte menu type meal. I thought […]

Cactus Club
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / Sushi

Cactus Club

Posted on: October 26, 2024December 12, 2024

We haven’t been coming to Cactus Club as much of late. Meeting the boys for a little liquid refreshment. Might as well get a little proper food as well. They do […]

La Foret
bakery / Brunch / Coquitlam

La Foret

Posted on: October 8, 2024January 29, 2025

This is my second visit to La Foret but the first time at this location. Other than layout though it’s pretty much the same as the Burnaby location that I have […]

My Greek Taverna
Coquitlam / Greek

My Greek Taverna

Posted on: August 23, 2024January 29, 2025

I’ll admit right up front Greek food, at least North American Greek food, is one of my least favorite cuisines. I’ve heard it’s better in Greece. But every Greek restaurant I’ve […]

CM Chicken
Coquitlam / Fried chicken

CM Chicken

Posted on: August 10, 2024October 31, 2024

So dinner before beers with the boys. Ok Korean chicken isn’t high on my list, but buddy wants to go so let’s check it out. First up the fries. Not entirely […]

Pasta Polo
Coquitlam / Italian / Uncategorized

Pasta Polo

Posted on: May 18, 2024August 27, 2024

Coquitlam BC The last couple visits I’ve had at Pasta Polo haven’t been great but I didn’t feel like Greek tonight so I find myself eating Italian again. I often get […]

Cactus Club
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / Sushi

Cactus Club

Posted on: March 25, 2024March 25, 2024

Coquitlam BC Popped in for a quick bite. Prawn Crunch Roll Very good tonight, as usual. The soy glaze and the mango are what really makes this for me. Would I […]

Pizza One
Coquitlam / pizza / take out

Pizza One

Posted on: March 25, 2024March 25, 2024

Coquitlam BC Have you ever looked at a plate of food and known immediately it’s not going to be good? I mean sure I could find someone on Earth that thinks […]

Cactus Club
Cactus Club / Coquitlam

Cactus Club

Posted on: March 15, 2024March 25, 2024

Coquitlam BC Beers with the boys tonight. Gonna need some food too after a hard day work. Trying the Teriyaki Chicken Bowl for the first time. I wish I hadn’t. I […]

La Ruota
Coquitlam / pizza / Uncategorized

La Ruota

Posted on: February 2, 2024March 20, 2024

Coquitlam BC Popped in for a quick bite. La Ruota is counter service with a few casual tables to sit at. It’s Neopolitan style but is available by the slice for […]

Happy Lamb Hot Pot
Chinese / Coquitlam

Happy Lamb Hot Pot

Posted on: January 26, 2024March 13, 2024

Coquitlam BC The boys are continuing their quest to try out different restaurants in Coquitlam tonight. Happy Lamb Hot Pot has been on our radar for a few weeks and we […]

Neptune Seafood Restaurant
Chinese / Coquitlam / eating out

Neptune Seafood Restaurant

Posted on: January 6, 2024January 14, 2024

Coquitlam BC I have been thinking for some time now that Chinese food in Vancouver is a lost cause. Every Chinese food restaurant I’ve tried over the last number of years […]

Cactus Club
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / eating out

Cactus Club

Posted on: January 2, 2024January 14, 2024

Coquitlam BC I have been here a lot lately. Good thing the food is good. Well and a Heineken here is as good as anywhere else. Butternut squash with prawns. I […]

Cactus Club
Cactus Club / Coquitlam / eating out

Cactus Club

Posted on: December 22, 2023January 14, 2024

Coquitlam BC Stopped in to see the boys before Christmas. Couple beers and dinner. Spaghetti Portofino. Sauteed prawns in a lemon lobster butter sauce with corn and fennel chili crumb. The […]

Gordon Ramsey Burger #2
Burgers / Coquitlam

Gordon Ramsey Burger #2

Posted on: December 11, 2023January 14, 2024

Coquitlam BC I find myself back at the Great Canadian Casino tonight. Hopefully tonight’s trip to Gordon’s burger joint is better than the first. Let’s start things off with a shake […]

Coquitlam / Pub Grub

Taphouse

Posted on: September 16, 2023November 17, 2024

Coquitlam BC I have been to the Guilford location many times and the food there leaves much to be desired. Here’s hoping the Coquitum restaurant is better. This is the Sweet […]

My Greek Taverna
Coquitlam / eating out / Greek

My Greek Taverna

Posted on: May 21, 2023January 16, 2024

Coquitlam BC Well I guess it’s time for Greek food again. Note the excitement in my voice. I’m not sure what it is. I’ve haven’t been excited about Greek food for […]

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