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My wife and I ordered 2 Legendary Burgers with 2 poutines. There were no customers but us, yet both of our burgers arrived with barely any heat in them!! How can they serve us cold food when there are no other people or orders??? They obviously gave us some burgers that were sitting there for a while, they definitely were not made fresh off the grill for us!
The meat was not juicy and fresh, but tough and dry, and the fries in the poutines didn't look fresh and tasted old and greasy. Just terrible value for $24. We will never attend this restaurant again!!!!
absolutly LOVE this place pretty much every restaurant in Langley serves the same food but here you can actually find something a bit different and you will not be disapointed. I dont usually write reviews for places but this little place is just so damn good. I really miss their breakfast though because they were absolutly fantastic
I think the last reviewer Amythist is crazy. This excellent Thai restaurant is NOT expensive. It's more reasonably priced than most Thai (usually actually Chinese masquerading as Thai) restaurants. The woman that runs it is actually from Thailand, as are her staff. They use authentic Thai ingredients such as Keffir lime leaves, tamarind, lemongrass, thai basil, Asian eggplant...etc.... something you don't find very often in Thai restaurants. The portions are very generous. I really don't understand how anyone can say that they aren't. Just look at the pictures of their dishes on this website (dinehere.ca). I have tried every Thai restaurant in Vancouver and the lower mainland and this is the most authentic Thai restaurant I've discovered. I drive from White Rock several times a week just to pick up food from them. The restaurant is very clean and has a nice modern feel to it. The food is beautifully presented and is delicious...... seriously! I think the best part is the service though. The waitresses are all very hard working and are so very nice. Parking is not at all a nightmare since there is a huge parking lot (free) right across the street where the Army and Navy and IGA are located.
Their cheese sticks are amazing a must have. They deliver when they say there going too. and the food is fresh and tasty. I also find for what you get their very afordable, and one of the cheaper places to get pizza from they always have some kind of deal on. So we always get our moneys worth.
Thier wonton soup is the best I've ever had and they come to your table and serve you. Which is a nice touch. The food is great. I've now tried many of the items on the menu and find I like most. Thier authentic this isn't american chinese food. This is actual chinese food which in Langley is amazing.
I liked the food, but was shocked by how much everything cost and on some dishes how little you got. Parking was a nightmare. Service was fair the washrooms were clean but for the price I could have gone to a really nice restraunt. We wont be going back. Which is a shame because authentic food in langley is nice.
The food was good for our Mothers day meal, the servers were attentive and friendly. The decor is in desperate need of a makeover. The wall paper in the entry way was way too" grandma's house" We could look past the wall paper what made us uncomfortable was the chef. My mother went to use the washroom only to find the chef standing by the bathroom door. then he opened the door for her. When she came out of the bathroom the chef was still standing by the door., blocking the hallway. Later on we saw the chef run out into the street and start yelling at a young man and swearing at him. the young man looked shocked and uncomfortable. We wondered what the chef was doing chasing down people in the street , who was cooking the food? Bizarre behaviour I won't go back.
It has been my fourth day eating there lunch buffet it is one of the best indian food i have ever tasted.Every time i go there it has a great variety and all dishes have a different flavour to it.I love east indian food and i was driving to surrey for it but no more.The ambiance is so nice and the staff is so polite.The best part of it is the chef comes to you get your feedback which i feel is quite caring. I had never seen such a set up of a indian restaurant.i personally highly recommend it.
I venture into Fort Langley quite often, and when I do I almost always make time to eat here. The location is great, and they have an amazing front patio, perfect for people watching! The food and service are always top notch, and it has always been that way for me and trust me,I have been there alot! They have alot of diverse dishes to offer, but might I recommend the Sole Almondine, its my personal favourite. I love this place, and recommend everyone go at least once. Especially now that the weather is getting warmer and with summer right around the corner, it will be the place to be in Fort Langely by far! Don't miss out!
My daughter and I went to Kalma restaurant for lunch today as we had a $6.00 value coupon and had heard good things about the place.
We arrived at 11:40am and were sat by the window which was great. We ordered within minutes of our arrival. For her: a breakfast composed of eggs sunny side up and sausages with white toast. For me the soup of the day with a tossed salad.
Our coffees were served at once which was nice, but we had to wait 45 minutes for our food to arrive. Yet we saw customers coming after us and they got served within a reasonable time with big plates of food.
We asked for water, two glasses arrived 10 minutes later, we did not touch them.
The ambiance was nice, lots of customers arrived for lunch.
Our food arrived but it was not what we expected. My daughter's plate the eggs were almost raw, the yolk appeared uncooked and the whites were clear and runny, the sausage was cold and when she cut it, it appeared raw, being pregnant she did not want to take any chance and ate only the toasts, she got up to tell the server, as no one came to inquire if the food was to our taste and was told that they could re-make the plate if she wishes, but we were not willing to wait another 45 minutes
My food was not much better, while the salad was fine, the soup consist of plain chicken broth and boiled onions with a couple of carrot slices. I left it after trying a few spoons of it as it lacked in taste.
The server was not particularly friendly or caring, she did not know what the soup of the day was and did not know either if hash-browns came with the plate of eggs.
At the cash register we found out that we had to pay $18.84 in spite of the poor food and the coupon. My plate was listed at $7.59 and hers at $8.99. The server/cashier finally took off $3.00 as a favor from the total but as a result refused to honor the coupon.
We paid and left but we felt terribly disappointed from the experience and we will never go back there.
Had to try An Indian Affair this past weekend - the craving hit and the restaurant was new and intriguing. From the first dish to the last we were blown away. Tawa mushrooms, Kadai Subz, Peas Pulao, Peshwari Naan and Garlic/Basil Naan...first rate! The raita was fresh, cooling and just the right spices. Papadums to start was a nice touch, crisp, not greasy in the least, they only whet our appetite....so when dinner came (see above), the conversation almost stopped. We were delighted!
An Indian Affair has a nice, if small wine list. Though I think it's enough. Nicely selected. Domestic and Indian Beers, Chai, Ras Malai, an assortment of sodas and a nice looking Mango Lemonade on their beverage list. If you can manage it, the Kheer (rice pudding) is divine! A small portion - which is just right after a meal. Refreshing and light.
I can't wait to go back and try the Samosa's, the kachumber salad, a biryani and some of the other breads Gary offers on his menu, amongst other dishes; I'm guessing I'll become a regular here.
You'll look hard to find nicer people than Gary and his wife Anu...they're genuine and their love of people and feeding them well shines through in all aspects of this restaurant. So glad we came in here...
Disappointing. Period. Overpriced. Honesty feels like there is no heart in it. The preparation or the service.
When there are SO many other sushi restaurants in Langley, you'd think you'd be up for competition. Go to Nakama or Kimchi Palace if you want good sushi nearby. You'll be glad you did.
Last night ,I just happened to go with a couple of friends and check out this new place on Willowbrook Drive and I HAD TO write a review about this place.I have eaten indian food on several occaisons before but this place totaly was an experience to write home about!!! Not only was the food to die for ,but the service was outstanding! The server was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and got us to try some new stuff.For starters, we ordered the kebab affair and Tandoori Halibut.Both appetisers were very delectable and flavourful.
Im a big seafood fan and I must admit that though I've tried fish at other indian restaurants,the Halibut here was something else! AMAZING!!For main course,we ordered the baby eggplant dish{YUM YUM} with Chicken Chettinad {WOW}and Anaari Gosht.ALL DISHES were awesome.The most fabulous thing was the amazing new flavours, unlike the routine fare offered by most other indian restaurants. Each dish had a new flavour ...an absolute treat for the palate! Im going to be eating here a LOT!!!!
My husband and I live in Vancouver, and spend tons of money on dining out. Usually we stay within the city, but with Summer approaching we decided to take a tip from a friend and spend a day out in a cute little town called 'Fort Langley.' There are many restaurants along the main strip, including everything from Sushi to pizza. What caught our eye though was an attractive little restaurant, Beatniks Bistro, and it's large inviting patio.
It was a weekday so we were sat instantly in the sun, and within 2 minutes had a nice cold bottle of Qual's Gate Gewurtzraminer placed in an ice bin on our table.
The food was fantastic. We started off by sharing an appetizer (Calamari, which we were told is cut and breaded in house, served with a homemade dip. So yummy!) For our main dishes I ordered an Artisan salad which I had the option of adding chicken to. My husband had their Seafood Linguini. Everything was fantastic, and all made in house!
For dessert we shared a Berry Crumble, which I now crave every few days. We were also asked if we wanted a latte to go with it but we had no room left after eating so much.
We pay a lot of money at some restaurants in Vancouver, and are unfortunately more disappointed than impressed. Usually you have really good food and poor service or vice-versa.
However at Beatniks we were equally impressed with both. In total we spent 3 hours just chatting on their patio. We definitely hope to make trips more often to this adorable little restaurant. It's addicting!
There is a romantic feel from the moment you walk in, with strings of little lights and a Tuscan decor. Absolutely outstanding service, offered a wine tasting as soon as you sit down, and unlimited bread sticks/soup/salad with every entree!
A couple of times we have ordered the trio appetizer platter, which we have stopped getting because nearly all of the options are deep fried and come out a little dry. The ziti four-cheese pasta is delicious! Italian sodas are a nice treat to have in lieu of dessert. Also very nice to see the managers walking around and interacting with the tables. They charm us every time. I am sure we will be back many more times.
I have walked by this unassuming little diner dozens of times. A recent craving for a BLT took me inside. The menu was hanging on the window and the value alone looked phenomenal - at least1/3 less in price than a larger local resto. Inside was big, clean with well spaced tables and friendly employees. And obviously happy customers - with many an empty plate to be seen. The servers were calling some diners by name so apparently they have a good 'regular' base.
Back to the BLT...I chose it on white with fries and gravy. The white wasn't some pathetic little flimsy cheap-o bread, it was dense, perfectly toasted and held together the insides nicely (I've had sandwiches fall apart elsewhere on bargain bread). The fries were hot (likely not hand-cut, but tasty and crisp nonetheless!) and the gravy salty, but yummy. There could have been a little more bacon on it, but for $5.25 (a little extra for the gravy) i thought it very fair. It filled my craving beautifully (i'm not much of a meateater, so when i DO crave it - usually in bacon form - i don't want to go away disappointed. I went away happy, my wallet not so much lighter. I plan to go back for breakfast to see if it lives up to my first visit.
I recently moved from Kitsilano to Fort Langley and have since made it my goal to try each of the restaurants in town. Beatniks Bistro is by far my favorite spot. The food is absolutely incredible - last week I had their featured pan seared fresh Halibut with a home made mango salsa - and let me tell you, it's a wonderful treat to be able to eat healthy and delicious food when dining out. I can tell that the chefs at Beatniks take pride in their work and to me, that is the mark of an up and coming restaurant. Look out Fort Langley!
As for the service and the ambiance, I have nothing but positive feedback. Our server, Stefani, was not only attentive and efficient, but she genuinely seemed to care about getting to know us by talking to us all about our recent move and her favorite things about the area. And to me, it is the incredible food and the engaging service that sets Beatniks apart from the other local restaurants.
Of course I could try to find areas for improvement, but that is a reality in any business. All I would say is that Beatniks is a "must try." They have something for everyone - affordable lunches, friendly service, a quaint family story, cocktails, wine, espresso, hand crafted desserts. And for me, the fresh food and service has made my transition into Fort Langley much smoother and I'm definitely looking forward to their patio season.
After the last review I read this is a justified post! My and my husband had the EXACT same experience - 1 hour wait, stone cold food. Was not going to write about it, as I know how critical reviews can be towards restaurants, but I worked as a GM for quite a few years - could tell the waitresses were trying their best to accomadate, running around like crazy, and when I asked to speak to the GM, our (clearly frustrated) waitress mentioned "they don't really have a manager". Haha, what a joke! How can you run a business like this?
The shocking thing is me and my husband came in September and had an amazing experience. It really was a 180. Our server, a blonde girl name Chantel, was friendly and professional. The chef, Jeffy, gave us some samples of the upcoming features on the menu, and mentioned how everythign was sourced locally and made in house. For all the earls and cactus's out there this felt fresh.
So now it seems there is no chef and no manager there. How very sad to see such potential be flushed downt he toilet! Best of luck in the future.
S.V.
Have driven by Coza a thousand times, finally decided to try it out one Sunday night. They were not overly busy and we were seated right away. As another reviewer pointed out, the service was very slow-paced... deliberate or less than competent? I still don't know. We were greeted warmly and sat for a long time with no one coming over to our table. The server finally showed up and got our drinks. The bread came quite a long time after that, and we saw our Caesar salads sit on the bar for at least 10 minutes. Anyway, when the entrees FINALLY came out, they were worth waiting for. Hubby had Chicken Picatta and I had Linguine Alfredo with pesto chicken breast added, both incredibly tasty. Sadly however, as I said the service was lacking as were were not offered fresh parm cheese for our pastas and could not for the life of me get a pasta spoon! Oh well! We finally asked the manager as he was walking by, and he hustled to get our requested items. The bill was a reasonable $39 plus tip. We will go back, and I hope the service is faster next time. Hey, just being honest.
can,t believe what was served to me and my wife for dinner .ordered the lettuce with stuff covering it cheese and some balsamic vinigar drentched over it for 12 bucks,,,waste ,,ordered the snitzel with a cheese and crab sauce over it 22 bucks was supposed to have roasted potatoes with it got deep fried big hash browns what! litterally left over from someones breakfast,,vegetables were a couple sweet potatoe slices and a couple sliced carrots,they were edible,but the shitzal my god who would slap this together and serve it,,complained to the person in charge offered me some mashed spuds and a discount 25%,,my wife was so pissed she got up and stormed out ,,i went to pay the bill ,got no discount ,got an apollogy,think there used to it 55 dollar bill for nothing but a shitty nite ,,will be telling everyone about it guess they survive on patrons like us trying a new place ,,,un fucking real,,,