604 Just Eat: Italian Cuisine @ Senova Italian Ristorante

July 26th, 2016

Senova Italian Ristorante @ Kerrisdale

Food:  3/5   Service:  2.5/5   Atmosphere: 3.5/5   Price:  Avg. $24 person

My friends and I came Senova for the Tuesday specials, all pasta for $12!  Senova is an Italian restaurant located on W 57th Ave in the quiet and relaxing Kerrisdale area.  The restaurant was packed with people for dinner., luckily we made reservation in advance.  This nice restaurant features an opened kitchen so you can watch the chef and staff preparing and cooking the dishes.  I was sitting near the open kitchen and it was supposed to be very interesting.  BUT, it was very hot that day which means even hotter near the oven all time baking pizza.  The food in general was mediore and I agreed with reviews about the service.  The service was not very good at all,  it was relatively slow no matter about water refill, food and bills.    

604 Just Eat: Italian/French Cuisine @ Siena

June 4th, 2016

Siena @ Fairview

Food:  4/5   Service:  4/5   Atmosphere:  4/5   Price:  Avg. $65 person

FANTASTIC SPOT!  Excellent food and ambiance, perfect experience at Siena on Granville Street.  Strongly recommended to come for a causal dinner at this cozy restaurant. AND, make plan to go on MONDAY night with friends or colleagues for the half price bottled wine deal!
 Everyone was very friendly there.  Our server was very attentive, professional and friendly.  She told us about the Happy Hour from 8-10pm with food and drink specials.  Cannot wait to go back again!  The lighting and decor make the environment so comfortable, cozy but not crowded.  Price is very reasonable and food is incredibly delicious.

604 Just Eat: Afternoon Tea @ Soffee Cafe

April 30th, 2016

Soffee Cafe @ Fairview

Food:  3.5/5   Service:  3.5/5   Atmosphere:  4/5   Price:  Avg. $30 person

Soffee Cafe is in a hidden location on 8th Ave.  I found this little gem when I was on my way to my accountant's office.  The door, curtains and decor attracted my attentions then I cannot stop myself going in to check out this place.  I went in to get a lattee to go and check out the afternoon tea sets, my favorite!!!  I told my friend about Soffee immediately then we set a day to go together.  I emailed to make reservation and the tea sets we wanted, quick and easy.  Afternoon tea order confirmation is required so be sure to make reservation.

Beautiful lace curtains, my love!  

604 Just Eat: Malaysian Cuisine @ Kaya Malay Bistro

Jan 3rd, 2016

Kaya Malay Bistro @ Fairview

Food:  3/5   Service:  3.5/5   Atmosphere:  3.5/5   Price:  Avg. $33/person

I have never been to Kaya Malay Bistro before and I was quite excited after reading some good reviews about this restaurant.  The decor and layout are more like Western-style restaurants with dim lights.  We were invited to attend a company dinner and the set menu was ordered.  There were total 11 dishes in the menu.  The dishes were good overall but they were more like fusion style, combination of Malaysian and Asian food.  

604 Just Eat: Desserts @ Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries

Nov 7th, 2015

Sweet Obsession Cakes and Pastries @ Kitsilano

Food:  4/5   Service:  3.5/5   Atmosphere:  3.5/5   Price:  Avg. $10/person

Sweet obsession is always on the top of my craving list.  I was not feeling well on the Saturday night and my sugar craving was pretty intense.  Hubby drove to Sweet obsession and got me cheesecakes to go!  YAYYY!  Their cheesecakes were so good flavors but not overwhelming.  Mango flavor is my all time favorite.  

604 Just Eat: Japanese Cuisine @ Suika

Sept 11th, 2015 

Suika @ Fairview

Food:  4/5   Service:  4/5   Atmosphere:  4/5   Price:  Avg. $30 person

Suika is one of the popular Izakaya restaurants located on West Broadway across Earl's.

 We went there for dinner with a group of 5 to celebrate a friend's birthday on Friday night.  Suika is also one of our top favorite Izakaya places in town and I was so excited to see their updated  menu.  We have not been here like ages so at least it was new to me.  The decor, wooden furniture and atmosphere are very "izakaya" and the greeting is always very welcoming when you enter to the restaurant.  It is a great pleasure to enjoy the cocktails and tapa dishes here.  We had a great night too; however, the only drawback was the noises, too LOUD.  The staff were too excited to sing (shout) Happy Birthday song few times a night.  LOL.  Each one of us had to speak loud and listen to others very carefully.

  MUST EAT:  AAA Beef Garlic Steak & Aburi "Shime-Saba" Sushi

604 Just Eat: Canadian Cuisine (Pub Food) @ Cats Socialhouse

Aug 7th, 2015 

Cats Socialhouse @ Granville Island

Food:  3.5/5   Service:  4/5   Atmosphere:  4.5/5   Price:  Avg. $24 person

Burger night!  I was craving for burger and fries so Hubby decided to check out Cats Socialhouse at Granville on Friday night.  We read about it many times from the Vancouver Arts Club program when we watch plays at Arts Club Theatre.  Cats Socialhouse is located around the corner besides the Toy Store.  The burger quality is definitely caught me by surprise!  Cats Socialhouse has a wide selections of their unique two handed burgers.

604 Just Eat: Canadian Cuisine @ Seasons in the Park

Jul 13th, 2015 

Seasons in the Park @ Queen Elizabeth Park

Food:  3.5/5   Service:  4/5   Atmosphere:  4.5/5   Price:  Avg. $40 person

Seasons in the Park is at an awesome location in Queen Elizabeth Park.  The garden atmosphere is so nice and relaxing under the great weather in summer!  It was one of the places that I have been wanting to come for a long time. Thank you so much our good friend for the reservation to celebrate hubby's birthday.

604 Just Eat: Malaysian Cuisine @ Penang Delight Cafe [馬來檳城美食]

May 2nd, 2015

Penang Delight Cafe @ Marpole

Food:  3/5   Service:  3/5   Atmosphere:  3/5   Price:  Avg. $25/person

Penang Delight Cafe is an authentic Malaysian restaurant located in Marpole.  We went there for dinner with a group of 5 to celebrate a friend's birthday.  It was my first time visit and I was very excited the wide selection of Malaysian and Singaporean food on the menu.  I have been craving the traditional flavors of Malaysian and Singaporean food badly after my Asia trip few months ago.

604 Just Eat: Italian Cuisine @ Trattoria Italian Kitchen

May 2nd, 2015

Trattoria Italian Kitchen @ Kitsilano

Food:  3/5   Service:  4/5   Atmosphere:  4/5   Price:  Avg. $35/person

Finally I can start catching up some posts after my eye laser surgery!
We wanted to have a causal brunch on the weekend so we decided to check out Trattoria Italian Kitchen at Kitsilano on Saturday. 

Classic Italian Restaurant!

604 Just Eat: Desserts @ Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries

Mar. 21st, 2015

Sweet Obsession Cakes & Pastries  @ Kitsilano

Food:  3.5/5   Service:  3/5   Atmosphere:  3.5/5   Price:3.5/5

Hm.. Sugar craving can be very intense and scary.  I needed some real good desserts to satisfy my sweet tooth!  Sweet Obsession came to my mind immediately. 
How can I miss this adorable and lovely café?     

 

 

OMG!  my eyes cannot leave the display shelves...

 

More Pastries!

 

My to-go desserts!

 

Seasonal dessert:  Spring Time Surprise @ $10

Pretty!!!!  Heart Shape Chocolate Mousse Cake with a cute nest and mini eggs on top.

 

Yummy!  The chocolate mousse cake was very creamy, moist and rich flavor. The berries filling was very fresh and fruity.  Thumbs up! 

 

My another pick:  Pithivier @ $4.50  

 

Lovely puff pastry with chocolate and almond filling; a very light dessert perfectly with a cup of Earl Grey tea. 

 

It was quite busy at a Saturday night and friendly service as always!  The staff introduced us the cakes and pastries before we made our choice selection.  Last but not least, desserts were totally delicious!  We will be back!!!

 

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