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Burgoo is an international stew house offering value oriented, flavour - filled bowls of comfort food.
Want outstanding comfort food every time? I always hit Burgoo. Just an awesome little joint for Soup and Sandwich. Everything I've tried I've really enjoyed, and the staff have a smile on their face and recognized me quickly. It took me a while to find a place that made food like Mom used to for lunch, but with the flare of a chef. This is now the place I wish I could hit every single day for lunch or dinner.
Great place to go before heading downtown for a hockey game or concert too! Right by the Seabus and near parking :)
For the past year or so, this place gets busy. I mean really busy. When they first opened, I went in with some friends. I ordered the Irish Stew (one of their popular dishes). It looked like reheated slop and did not taste much better. After that I vowed never to eat there.
I went back the next summer, sat on the patio and had drinks. I ordered biscuits to snack on and they were not bad.
As I kept seeing the place busier and busier I thought (Ah! The owner has woken up and hired a new chef, new cooks and is trying to put their place on the map), so I went in, trying to be fair to the community I live in, and give the place a 2nd chance. This time I asked a number of the employees what they eat and to recommend a few things.
Biscuits -> Completely undercooked dough in the center. Now they're trying to add herbs, but no taste...as if they added dehydrated paskley flakes in a effort to make it a signature biscuit
Seafood Paella -> Not a Paella, the mussels were off..shrimp was overcooked, all swimming in a bland tomato sauce.
Yikes! There must be a bunch of horseshoes buried under this restaurant, because I don't understand how its even in business.
We went to this popular Lonsdale restaurant on a Friday night so it was BUSY. We were told it would be a 45 minute wait and we were Okay with that. We sat at the bar and had a drink. The bartender was great. We had an appy and the two of us waited for a table to come free.
Well a table for four came free and they left it vacant. We weren't seated until a table for two came open. I realize this may make better revenue sense for the restaurant but as far as customer service goes it stinks.
Finally we were seated and enjoyed a nice meal. The food is solid and tasty and reasonably priced. We had the Irish Stew and the Beef Bourginon. Good but not spectacular. We enjoyed our evening but I wouldn't rush back because of the business of not seating us when a table came free.
You can't deny that the ambiance of the restaurant is nice and cozy, and the food isn't bad by any means. Very simply, it's decent quality comfort food, but nothing to be overly impressed with. Beware of the appy bruschetta, you only get two small slices of bread; the humus is also very small for the price. Decent food, nice atmosphere, marginal value.
We came here on a rainy September afternoon for a late lunch and it was a great choice! A memorable meal that's for sure. I LOVED the Kentucky Burgoo - slow cooked meats w/ lima beans, corn, tomatoes, cabbage & okra served over garlic mashed potatoes. Sooo good and totally warmed us up!! The restaurant is not very large, but very cozy with pretty comfy booth like tables and couch-like seating. Service is friendly and attentive. Can't wait to go back to try more!
I don't get why so many people are hyped over Burgoo, and been to this location a couple of times. Each time I go, I'm hoping my experience will change, but this is one spot, I can take it or more like leave it.
I find the services borders on ignoring on the customers, from when you walk in to eating your meal. This wasn't a busy day and I don't know how they can chat with the chef, stand in a corner and chat with one another, when customers may need something.
I ordered the Guiness Lamb stew, It was filling, even had leftovers. The taste of the lamb, mashed potatoes was nice tasting with lots of flavour. I found the vegetables to be mushy and the mini dumplings, didn't taste very good, expected more flavour and didn't compliment the meal. I felt the price $16.00 was steep, for a meal that didn't wow me.
I wish I could like it, this is a place that's not for me.
I doubt I will return for another try.
Since it was brunchtime, I went to experience the famous weekend brunch bowls. I had the beggar's bowl (spinach omelet w/cheese and mushrooms, bacon and potatoes) and my wife had the sunrise bowl (scrambled egg with salmon, dill and sour cream and potatoes). Both were excellent, particularly the salmon, which had just the right amount of dill and was cooked to tender perfection, neither chewy nor mushy. The potatoes were also quite good. The portion size was about right. The coffee was a fresh-brewed dark roast, and was very satisfying. My only regret is that I didn’t get the bowl of biscuits to go with the meal (toast is not included). I will remember to order them next time.
The ambience is a lot better than the previous restaurants at this location, with all new wood everywhere, comfy chairs, and a nice fireplace. It was really welcoming.
The service was very good, friendly and quite fast. The presentation was great. Overall, a very positive experience. I will be back!
The restaurant I was going to nearby was closed today at lunch so I remembered Burgoo nearby had generally good reviews on here and thought here's my chance to try it.
Looked cool from the outside but inside I thought the decor and table layout was a bit strange. It didn't work for me. I kind of felt I was more in a fancy cafe than a restaurant for some reason.
Tried the Irish stew and I have to say I was dissapointed. I was expecting something really savoury/tasty since stew is their specialty but it really wasn't (I've had tastier at home and out of a can), and the potatoes were undercooked in spots. A bruschetta was OK, and a french onion soup was pretty good so on average food was "OK".
So I thought it was average, but for average, I found the prices to be too high. I might come back and try it again if the prices were 2/3 what they are, but I won't be back at these prices for simple "comfort" food. Overall the restaurant is better than 2 stars, but not quite 3, but since I don't feel like eating here again I give it a 2.
A friend and I decided to hit this Burgoo after a recent trip to Lonsdale Quay. We arrived and we're seated quickly. We ordered our food and drinks, got our drinks fairly quickly, so far so good. Then we waited what was close to 40-45 minutes for our food to arrive. The restaurant was busy, but not overly busy, and we waited what felt like an eternity. We witnessed other tables receive their food in a timely manner, yet we waited and waited. When our food arrived we didn't get any explanation or apology from our waitress. The food was rather good though, so I can't knock the food at all. But the long wait and poor service was off-putting, and I think we will have to visit their Vancouver location in the future and not bother with this one.
Despite hearty recommendations from friends and favorable reviews about Burgoo, I came away from last night's dinner disappointed. The ambiance was pleasant and comfortable - the decor could be described as a West Coast chalet - lots of dark stained wood and stone, and very comfortable modern contemporary leather seats - however, the food left something to be desired. My partner and I started with the Brie Fondue, which was too sweet (honey) and despite a menu escription of white wine and thyme, neither of us could taste it. My Lamb Dijon sandwich was too salty and the filone bread hosted a dark burnt strip down the middle. My partner seemed to like his pot of Macaroni and Cheese. The Cherry Clafouti dessert (cherries baked in an almond batter) was interesting, but I think the batter was overbaked, as it was hard and chewy, I was expecting more gooey, but the blend of tastes was nice and the dollop of vanilla ice cream over the warm batter was nice too. Presenation was pretty, with the fondue and Mac and Cheese pots were served over a wooden plank coaster. Serving sizes were on the small side. Total bill was $50 inclusive of tip and taxes (one beer). My partner would go again, I would go again but I would try their stews next time.
While waiting for the computer store up the street to process a transaction for us, we were directed by the staff there to lunch @ Burgoo. Were we ever surprised!
From the looks of it, we were expecting a Catus or Earl's-type expereince. We were WRONG! The food was anything but ordinary. The chicken corn chowder had a wonderfully fresh yet smoky flavour. The chicken club was served on a most-amazing bread. The cheese biscuit was soft, fresh and warm. The lamb tagine was to die for - I mean, it should be illegal for meat to be that tender. We didn't eat everything, and savoured every bite of the leftovers at home.
We were SO pleased we will be there for our first-ever Valentine's Day out - after 6 years together, this will be very special! Looking forward to the chocolate fondue! We would also like to thank the lovely server, too :)
I have been here a couple of times for lunch. This place have always been quite consistant with the food quality. I really enjoy their Chicken Ceasar Club. The chowders are good. The stews are on a bed of mashed potatoes. Mmmmm..........
The servers there are really nice and cheerful too.
It's nice place to mingle friends over the fondues too.
I was very impressed with soups at this location. I've been there twice and my wife had something other than soups. We've both been very happy with the food. Brunch was excellent. As well, it has a kind of ecclectic, international decor. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for hearty, homey food.
The hearty stews come in casserole dishes big enough for two people. The Irish stew was tender and nicely spiced. The ratatouille also had a nice blend of flavors, even though it's missing eggplant. The soups were also well done with fresh vegetables and smooth consistency. The dining room has a cozy fireplace and vintage travel posters and feels like being in a nice hotel in the mountains. Friendly staff who know the menu well.
Went there for lunch with a friend. I had the Hungarian Goulash and he had the Beef Bourguignon. Both meals were first class and very reasonably priced. The ambience is spot on - not too flashy, very comfy and warming, and plenty of table space!!! The service was good and polite, but since it wasn't busy then it's hard to really judge. This place has exactly the right balance and it has a very relaxing atmosphere. This is one place I'll definitely be returning to.
i love burgoo, it is very nice and down to earth on the inside.old cozy feeling. the meals are good and filling, a variety of soups and stews food is hot , alot, fresh and tasty. lamb stew, beef stew, also tasty bread & butter served also. burgoo, i;ll be back.
My buddy and I went here after several failed attempts. For three weeks in a row we went to try but were shut down for several silly reasons mostly just due to the well deserved success of Burgoo.
We were met by an exceptionally beautiful young woman named Paula who charmingly showed us to our seats. She then brought us the house ale which was very nice indeed. We ordered the Brie fondue on Paula's recommendation - wow!
We then ordered the onion soup and some biscuits which were superb - all washed down with a cheeky bottle of white wine.
Desert was Mead - Again Paula's doing - wonderful.
Bottom line:
Paula - seven stars out of five.
Food - four to five stars out of five
Ambiance - four to five out of five.
Value - cheap at twice the price.
This place will do well for years to come. If you crave comfort food without all sorts of pomp and circumstance - choose Burgoo.
Wonderful!
Best carrot soup ever; awesome pacific chowder; fresh and interesting salads; delicious fondue combinations. This place is an excellent spot for a fresh and healthy (okay, not if you have fondue) meal at any time of the day.
A great lunch time spot.............
My friends and i love the food here. The soups and BLT are my favourites and you can get everything to go. The service is on the slow side though, but the food makes it worth the wait. Parking is sometimes a problem but I highly recommend trying this place.
Went there today for lunch, and was greeted and seated promptly by the hostess. It was the first time coming to this location after having frequented the Main St Vancouver location numerous times.
Loved the ambience (no change here from Main St), but here is where the experience started degrading. The waitress did not seem friendly or caring at all, I would definitely describe her as "probably not having a good day" from the looks of it. Her demeanor changed little as the meal went on, it's just a really uneasy feeling when you get the feeling the waitress doesn't want you there, or SHE doesn't want to be there. I don't expect my waiters and waitresses to chat us up for the whole meal, but a simple smile would go a long way.
I ordered what I usually get: A Chicken Caesar Clubhouse sandwich and a Pacific Chowder soup. The sandwich was a lot smaller than what I ALWAYS get at the Main St location, there was barely any chicken, and the bread was toasted way too much with burnt spots and a hard texture.
The soup tasted "good for a canned soup", but it almost tasted like there were ingredients that were past its expiry dates. Mind you, I absolutely LOVE this soup at the Main location, so I don't know what went wrong here.
In short, I will not be visiting this location again, even if I'm in the area.
| 1. | Main Street (6.1 km) |  |
| 2. | Kitsilano (7.4 km) |  |
| 3. | Point Grey (10.6 km) | |
| 1. | Gusto Di Quattro (3 m) | |
| 2. | Anatoli Souvlaki (3 m) | |
| 3. | District, The (17 m) | |
| 4. | Raglan's Bistro (29 m) | |
| 5. | Thai House Restaurant (52 m) | |
| 6. | South Castle (76 m) | |
| 7. | George's Souvlaki (77 m) |  |
| 8. | Prima Italian Market Lonsdale Quay (77 m) | |
| 9. | Muffin Delight (77 m) | |
| 10. | Akebono Sushi (77 m) | |
