› TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES
TheTri-City News is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural Eater’s Choice contest. Eater’s Choice salutes the best restaurants and other hospitality businesses in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody, by highlighting readers’top foodie destinations in the region. Among other things, the contest sought to discover whereTri-Cities residents most prefer to dine out, where they get their musthave ingredients and what their favourite local craft brewery is Readers were invited to vote on a minimum of 10 categories to be eligible for a chance to win $500 in local Eater’s Choice gift cards to Tri-Cities restaurants and pubs.
From big chains to hidden gems, the contest results paint a picture of the rich diversity of the local food scene Congratulations to all the 2023 winners.We hope you will keep this publication handy when deciding your next outing to aTri-Cities restaurant, pub, coffee shop or food store.
C E L E B R AT I N G O U R B E S T !
2023
✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE
B1 THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 TRICITYNEWS.COM
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for voting us as the community-minded restaurant. It is an honor and a privilege to serve our community, and we are thrilled to have your recognition and support. At our restaurant, we pride ourselves on not only providing delicious meals but also on giving back to our community. We believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment to foster togetherness, support local causes, and make a positive impact.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude... for voting us as best community-minded restaurant. It is an honor and a privilege to serve our community, and we are thrilled to have your recognition and support.
At our restaurant, we pride ourselves in not only providing delicious quality meals, but also giving back. We believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment to foster togetherness and positivity. Thank you once again for your vote. We look forward to continuing to serve our community with integrity, commitment, and passion.
B2 TRICITYNEWS.COM THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 2754 BARNET HWY, COQUITL 604-464-7656 WWW.PASTAPOLO.COM
2754 BARNET HWY., COQUITLAM 604-464-7656 WWW.PASTAPOLO.COM
Thank you once again for your vote, and we look forward to continuing to serve our community with integrity, commitment, and passion.
Italian Restaurant AND Community-Minded Restaurant ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE Casual
Italian at it’s Finest
› TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES
BAKERY
★ Europe Bakery & Deli
BEST NOODLES
★ Noodlebox
BEST PATIO
★ Gillnetter Pub
BEST STOCKED RESTAURANT
★ John B Pub
BEST VIEW
★ Boathouse
BRAZILIAN RESTAURANT
★ Rio Steakhouse
BREAKFAST
★ Cora Breakfast & Lunch
BRUNCH
★ The Hard Bean Brunch Co.
BUBBLE TEA
★ Ninja
BUSINESS LUNCH
★ Cactus Club Cafe
CAESAR COCKTAIL
★ The Keg Steakhouse
CAESAR SALAD
★ Earls
CATERING COMPANY
★ Christine’s Catering
CHARCUTERIE BOARD
★ The Hard Bean Brunch Co.
CHEESE
★ Thrifty Foods
CHINESE RESTAURANT
★ Woking Dragon
$500
IN RESTAURANT GIFT CARDS
Congratulations Jodie McNeice and thank you to everyone for taking the time to vote
- Watch for your chance next year!
B3 THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 TRICITYNEWS.COM Alsovoted favouriteSport BarandPlace forWings!
B4 TRICITYNEWS.COM THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 2510 St. John’ s St. Port Moody See our menu at www.facebook.com/saintstgrill CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 604-937-7477 Jay Smith • Fine Dining • Overall Service • Romantic Dinner • Steak • Fine Dining • Restaurant Wine Selection • Fine Dining • Romantic Dinner • Overall Service • Family Events • Steak ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE Thank you Tri-Cities for voting us #1 Located in: Sunwood Square 3025 Lougheed Hwy, Unit 390, Coquitlam (778) 285-8577 I www.chezcora.com 2023 › TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES Thank you Tri-Cities for voting us your Favourite place for Breakfast!
› TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES
CHOCOLATE SHOP
★ Cocoaro Craft Chocolate
COCKTAIL BAR/LOUNGE
★ Provincial Spirits
COFFEE SHOP
★ JJ Bean
COMFORT FOOD
★ The Coquitlam Grill
COMMUNITY-MINDED RESTAURANT
★ Pasta Polo
COOKING CLASSES
★ EdenWest Gourmet
CRAFT BEER BREWERY
★ Yellow Dog Brewing Co.
DELI
★ Arctic Meats
DISTILLERY/SPIRITS
★ Provincial Spirits
DOG-FRIENDLY
★ Patina Brewing Co.
DONAIR
★ Donair Affair
DONUT SHOP
★ Doughnut Love
EGGS BENNY
★ The Hard Bean Brunch Co.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
★ Red Robin
FAST FOOD
★ McDonald’s
FAVOURITE BARTENDER
★ Tony @ Cat & Fiddle Pub
FINE DINING RESTAURANT
★ Saint St Grill
FOOD TRUCK
★ Mama Said
FOR LARGE GROUPS
★ Earls
FRIED CHICKEN
★ Chicko Chicken
FRIES
★ Five Guys
FROZEN YOGURT
★ WonderlandYogurt
FUN ATMOSPHERE
★ Cactus Club Cafe
FUSION RESTAURANT
★ Kurumba
GELATO SHOP
★ Matteos
GLUTEN-FREE BAKERY
★ Cafe Delish
GREEK RESTAURANT
★ My GreekTaverna
HAPPY HOUR
★ Cactus Club Cafe
HOT CHOCOLATE
★ Waves Coffee House
ICE CREAM SHOP
★ Rocky Point Ice Cream
INDIAN RESTAURANT
★ The Bombay Restaurant
ITALIAN RESTAURANT
★ Pasta Polo
JAPANESE RESTAURANT
★ Sushi On KITCHENWARE
★ EdenWest Gourmet
KOREAN RESTAURANT
★ Oz Korean Cuisine LIQUOR STORE (INDEPENDENT)
★ Port Moody Liquor Store
B5 THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 TRICITYNEWS.COM APortCoquitlam InstitutionSince1979! EUROPE BAKERY&DELI europebakery.ca 604-942-5955 2552 Shaughnessy St Port Coquitlam Doughnuts, Pastries, Bread & More - Made Fresh Daily! Thankyoutoourwonderfulcustomersforvoting usyourfavoriteBakeryintheTri-Cities! ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE Smoothie/Juice Bar 259A Newport Drive, Newport Village, Port Moody taste the difference OLIVETHEBEST.CA ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE Olive Oil
› TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
★ John B Pub
MARTINI
★ The Keg Steakhouse
MEAT STORE/BUTCHER
★ Meridian Meats
MEXICAN RESTAURANT
★ Originals Café Mexicana
NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB
★ John B Pub
NEW RESTAURANT
(UNDER ONE YEAR)
★ On & Off Kitchen & Bar
NICEST WAIT STAFF
★ Patina Brewing Co.
NUTS
★ Ayoub’s Dried Fruits & Nuts
OLIVE OIL
★ Olive the Best
ORGANIC FOODS
★ City Avenue Market
PANCAKES
★ Big Flat Pancake Co.
PASTA
★ The Golden Boot
PATISSERIE
★ Pourquoi Pas
PERSIAN RESTAURANT
★ Pasargad Restaurant
PHO/VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT
★ Pho 99
POKE
★ Steve’s Poke Bar
More
Since 2006, we have been focused on providing incredible food, innovative menus and remarkable customer service to our clients across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. From corporate meetings and events to weddings, intimate dinners and our convenient Bags-2-Go program, we will provide you with a catering experience that will exceed your expectations.
B6 TRICITYNEWS.COM THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 COQUITLAM 1121 Austin Ave. 604.931.2468 PORT COQUITLAM 2233 McAllister Ave 604.942 1200 www.meneds.ca THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING US AS YOUR BEST PLACE FOR PIZZA IN ALL THE TRI-CITIES! ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE
than just food. WeareyourVancouver&LowerMainlandcateringpartner.
Thank you for choosing us as your Best Caterer in all the Tri-cities! 2821SpringStreet PortMoody,BC,V3H4C6 P:604-461-6333 E:Christine@christinecatering.com ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE www.locations.redrobin.com/bc/coquitlam/279/ Thank you so much for voting us FAMILY FAVORITE! Families are our Favorites too, see you soon! 3000 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam 604-941-8650 ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE
› TRI-CITIES FAVOURITES
POUTINE
★ Costco
PRIME RIB
★ The Keg Steakhouse
PRODUCE
★ Langley Farm Market
PUB FARE
★ John B Pub
QUICK HEALTHY LUNCH
★ The Chopped Leaf
RAMEN
★ Sho Bu Ramen
RESTAURANT WINE SELECTION
★ Saint St Grill
ROMANTIC SETTING
★ The Boathouse
SEAFOOD MARKET
★ Inlet Seafoods
SIGNATURE BURGER
★ White Spot (Legendary Burger)
SIGNATURE COFFEE
★ C Market
SIGNATURE PIZZA
★ Me-n-Ed’s
SIGNATURE SUSHI ROLL
★ Sushi On SMOOTHIE/JUICE BAR
★ Squish Juicery
SPECIALTY CAKE SHOP
★ Cassandra Cake Co
SPECIALTY FOOD STORE
★ Pomme Natural Market
SPICES
★ Fruiticana
SPORTS BAR
★ Cat & Fiddle Pub
TACOS
★ Taps andTacos
TAKE & BAKE MEALS
★ M&M Food Market
TEA
★ Unmediocre General Store
THAI RESTAURANT
★ Ma Now
VEGAN-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
★ TheYoga Chef
VEGGIE BURGER
★ A&W - Beyond Burger
WINGS
★ Cat & Fiddle Pub
B7 THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 TRICITYNEWS.COM ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE 946 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam 604-525-5351 mygreektaverna2020 @gmail.com mygreektaverna.com Thank you for voting us as your favourite Greek Restaurant! Handcrafted Doughnuts Made with Love 107 - 1655 Como LakeAve 604-492-2456 • doughnutlove.ca to all of those that voted for Doughnut Love We are so grateful! ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ FAVOURITE RESTAURANT 2023 ✁ Thank You! To show our appreciation... HERE SA SPECIAL OFFER FOR JUST $500 ENJOYANY DOUGHNUT AND 12OZ COFFEE OR ESPRESSO BEVERAGE of your choice One coupon pe person Must present coupon Expi es June 30 2023 604.474.4387 #105 - 1196 Lansdowne Drive I Coquitlam ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE We want to thank our wonderful customers for their votes and support! ...for great food and service. We’ll satisfy your hunger with our convenient ready to eat meals, local BC products, and fresh offerings from our full service seafood, m , b e , d i a d produce departments See you soon! Eat happy Port Moody: 170 Brew St 1.800.667.8280 thriftyfoods.com Thank You Tri-Cities For Choosing Us As Your Favourite Cheese Destination
A Big Thank You
to our wonderful customers for voting for us as your Favourite Deli.
We greatly appreciate your continued support. Here at Arctic Meat and Sausage, we proudly guarantee the freshness of all our products, including our deli meats and
products, which WE MAKE LOCALLY, RIGHT HERE.
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1606 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam Follow our Facebook page for tips, recipes, & more! facebook.com/ArcticMeatSausage arcticmeat.ca ✦ VOTED TRI-CITIES ✦ 2023 FAVOURITE City of Port Coquitlam May Days Business of the Year 2023 Arctic Meats & Sausage
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