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t other restaurants and it comes drowning in a pool of oil)
sha lin noodle house comes to mind
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I think that Mexi Cali works. I know that Lee the owner makes very good southwest mexican food for a very good price.
Correction: Mexi Cali is neither very good, nor is it Mexican, and unless by southwest you mean south of Broadway and West of Granville, you are again sorely mistaken. The meat is dry and overseasoned and the tortilla is store bought and crumbly. But at 5 dollars, I agree, it'll do in a pinch.
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the review is up now.
and what's this business about apologies? i don't recall being offered one.
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In Vancouver! or at least an hours drive away.
I love this qualification. In Vancouver! or, you know, a different country altogether.
So I'm assuming the tacos come in soft corn tortillas, doubled up?
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To further fuel the debate, not one, but two reviews of Vera's appear on this week's edition of eatvancouver. Expect another one written by egullet's own Lorna Yee next week, to boot.
Fair is fair, but I do hope gerald is enjoying his 500 hits a day of free publicity.
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Speaking of crab, I wonder if you are all aware of this little essay:
http://www.chowhound.com/midatlantic/board...sages/7171.html
It was written by Joe Heflin, an acquaintance from the DC dining scene, where he is somewhat infamous.
I find it quite entertaining.
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I finally have the chance to try Chambar next Wednesday, and before I go, I'd like to know if there are any must-try dishes you all would reccomend.
Thanks!
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In an effort to add to the already substantial burger knowledge base, my friend Dan Fishman recently reviewed Moderne Burger for Eatvancouver. Although his obsession with Jack in the Box is somewhat troubling, I think most of his observations are on point.
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I've heard the same thing. Today at Moderne Burger, for instance.
But, of course, many restaurants in the area serve less than totally cooked meat, including ground beef - Feenie's comes to mind - so surely it can't be applicable to all restaurants.
My feeling has always been, if a restaurant is wary about serving their meat less than well-done, maybe I should take that as a sign that they aren't entirely confident about their meat.
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Alright I have a few comments and questions not related to recent developments.
I went to Rare a few weeks ago for drinks and to try a couple of the plates mentioned here. I didn't get to talk to Tim or Brian or get the full tour, but the service was friendly and I really enjoyed my visit.
Since then, it's become obvious that to fully appreciate this destination, I'm going to have to try the full chef's choice tasting dinner with wine pairing. Unfortunately, I'm on a budget and I forgot to note the price of this option - I was hoping someone could pass along this information (I was also unable to find it online).
Cheers,
Jason
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I think at the heart of the issue here is whether it's appropriate to review the clientele along with the restaurant.
I believe that it is useful in some cases. For instance, my recent review of the Congee Noodle House here in Vancouver.
As for the atmosphere, it is nearly as austere as the congee itself. Plain walls surround plain tables and chairs that during peak hours are packed with congee lovers. The clientele is predominantly Chinese, many of whom probably have a jook recipe or two up their sleeve, yet come here anyway – a very good sign.Clearly, there is some informational value gleaned from describing who frequents an establishment, and Gill's mention of egulleters loving this place may have served this end. But when she began to judge the clientele, well, she lost the mission.
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Pho comes and right away something doesn't look right. The broth is really dark. It's supposed to be clear (or close to it). The look on flowshe's face is not good sad.gif We taste it, and it's a bit heavy on the star anise flavour. My guess is that it's the bottom-of-the-pot broth. Ah well, still tastes ok. Disaster averted. Lucky I didn't have to bring it up with the staff...I don't deal with confrontation very well, especially in restaurants.
I went to Kim Phung about a year ago and had exactly the same problem, and it didn't even taste good. I haven't been back since. About how common is this phenomenon?
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made the long drive out to chilos today and was greeted with a big closed sign - this was about 2 o'clock. went to the place next door and it was okay.
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One factual point that I think should be made clear:
The infamous review under discussion describes "a special pre-opening dinner for the tight-knit group of obsessive foodies, waiters, chefs, magazine executives and restaurant critics who make up the local eGullet contingent." The two special dinners at Rare -- the opening soon dinner and the black box dinner were not eGullet Society events. They were events arranged by Edible British Columbia, a private business specializing in "Personalized Culinary Itineraries and Travel Planning." As with any other special culinary event of merit, we upon request added each event as a listing on the eG Calendar. Several eGullet Society members attended those events, however they were not eGullet Society events.
I'd also suggest that those of us who participate in this "endlessly amusing soap opera disguised as a serious on-line forum for local culinary discussions" are always happy to read and discuss the occasional "not amusing rant disguised as a serious newspaper restaurant review."
the opening soon dinner and black box dinner links both point to the same place.
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do they have goat tacos?
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Gluttony won this year? Hmm I remember voting for Lust as best overall, perhaps it and Gluttony just alternate by year, not unlike Lumiere and West for Best Restaurant.
I'm partial to all seven, but right now, I'd go with wrath.
Anyhoo, I heard the sutton place hotel has an all-you-can-eat chocolate buffet. Sounds pretty disgusting to me, but it might be up someone's alley.
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There's no written menu, but I think the soups were $5. The tacos are $1.25 each. We already love this place because there are so few places in the Lower Mainland that serve tacos simpy like this (ie. tacos singley, not part of a combo platter).
Wow, those look about right. The meat looks good, cilantro, double corn tortilla - I like what I see. Add a wedge of lime and bit of shredded radish relish, and they would look exactly like images I carry around of times long past. Looks like a roadtrip is in order.
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Yeah they make the spicy soup pretty spicy, which I think is great and shows they aren't tempering it for the masses. Although I have never failed to finish it, I do find it noticably spicy, which is pretty rare for me. It also makes me really happy.
A bubble tea and the cold appetizers are a good foil for the hot and spicy soup.
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A friend and I went to the Taiwan Beef Noodle restaurant on Granville around 70th. It was really quite good. I like contrast between the hot, spicy soup and the cold (also spicy) little appetizers.
The relevant post on Eat Vancouver is here
oh and it's 24 hours. great after a trip to the casino.
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I can't say enough about hating Cobs bread. When I see people walking around carrying a Cobs cloth bag, I just want to rant in their face about their poor taste.
I've never tried the bread here, but I'm interested in why you think it's so bad.
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I found a place in my neighborhood called "Chilo's Taqueria". I think it just opened up. I've eaten there the past couple weekends, and it tastes pretty good imho. Reminds us of the tacos we ate at street stands in the back alleys of Cabo San Lucas (don't laugh--the trip was free). They've got cabeza, lengua, etc. They serve them with just onions and cilantro. 1 green and 1 red salsa at the table, limes, salt. $1.25 each, you just gotta try em
English is not very strong there, so maybe brush up on your spanish before going. As far as I know, starting April 1st they're gonna have regular hours... M-F 5-10, S-S 11-9. Right now, I think they're just doing weekends until their big opening.
Give it a shot and tell me what you think! Here's a map link:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=51...015719,0.048752
The exact address is just a guess, but it's definitely on that block, beside the Esso station. There's another mexican/honduran restaurant a few doors down, but me and my wife have tried some of their stuff and were not impressed at all. But definitely give Chilo's a try...now Victoria Dr. might now just be known for pho and banh mi
btw I'm new here...my first post!
Welcome! And thanks for the tip, my curiosity is definitely piqued and I will try to check it out this week. As some may know I'm quite critical of the Mexican/South American cuisine in this city and it seems like this place could be a step in the right direction.
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care to elaborate?the (apparent) bottomless mimosas -
i didn't want to start a new thread and this is the closest to the topic that I could find through a quick search, but what do you guys use for muddling? I mean, is your "muddler" store-bought, or just the end of a broom or something?
thanks!
Dunbar & 29th
in Western Canada: Dining
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Paul,
Yes, we focus on creme de la creme hot spots, and it's sooo obvious considering three of our last six reviews were:
Papaya Hut
Congee Noodle House
Taiwan Beef Noodle House
Along with the ever so posh Vera's and Modern Burger.
All were positive except for Vera's, which is arguably the least independently owned of the bunch.
And I'm sorry but Mexi Cali sucks ventworm nut, and if you'd broaden your horizons a bit and try authentic mexican food, you'll find that it can be just as cheap and infintely better. If you like crappy mexican rip-off food, buy a packet of el paso taco seasoning at safeway and some premade taco shells, and save yourself a few bucks.
If you have any other problems with myself, or my website, send me a PM and we will discuss it.
Very truly yours,
Jason