Port Moody Reviews
Nagano Japanese Restaurant254 Newport Dr, Port Moody
Shockingly bad customer service!
By spunkymunky of Vancouver (2 Reviews)
Submitted Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - 8:13pm

I went here with my mom for lunch - what a huge disappointment due to the horrible customer service we received (and I have heard from others we are not alone in this but as we like to give the benefit of the doubt, heard the food was good and the location convenient, decided to try it out). It's not often my mom and me get the chance to go out for lunch together so what a huge disappointment this was to be treated so poorly and ignored by our waitress. We arrived at 1:45 and were told by a very impatient and rude server that we would be their last call as they closed at 3 (um, yes, ok, 1 hour and 15 min away?!) She was in a rush, abrupt, rude and unfriendly. We ordered bento lunch box specials, which arrived quickly and were delicious. Right after we received our meals, she brought us the bill, slapped it on the table and said we could pay up front! Tea was cold and she never reappeared to refill it, I got up and searched for her to ask (beg) for water and tea refills. We had lots of food leftover and decided to take some of it to go, we were given a styrofoam container to pack ourselves! We finally tracked someone down to pay for our meals and this is the very first time ever in my life I have not left a tip - I have received bad or mediocre service before and may have tipped poorly but this was the very first time ever where I felt so unwelcome and treated so rudely that no tip was left whatsoever. I guess they must not need the repeat business as they are in Newport Village so maybe they got a lot of traffic? I have already told my husband and two friends how awful the service was and Im sure my mom will do the same, how stupid of them to run a business this way, you send two people away upset and by the end of the week, 20 people will know about it easily! Needless to say, I will never go back or recommend this place to anyone, even though the food was quite good, I don't feel good spending hard earned money somewhere its not appreciated.

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Lougheed Wonton Restaurant2408 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
A dime in a dozen
By Ilovespicy of Port Moody BC (5 Reviews)
Submitted Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - 2:21pm

Like so many Chinese restaurants out here..this one again dissapoints.
The food is the same as every other Chinese place. And coming from a place where it's much better, I can't be anything but sad that the quality & quantity here are beyond aweful.
Either too sweet, too greasy, greedy on the meat, or just plain flavourless.

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Red Devil2615 St. John's Port Moody, Port Moody
A nice place to try
By Ilovespicy of Port Moody BC (5 Reviews)
Submitted Tuesday, March 16, 2010 - 1:43pm

Me and my husband went to this restaurant on a whim, we walked by, where curious and sat down in one of the boots.
He ordered skewers, and I ordered the spiciest dish I could find on the menu..something with chicken, I forgot the name.
The food was good, could've been more spicy, but hey, I understand that most people can't handle it too spicy so I can't blame them for keeping it tolerable.
The ambience was very nice, the place was busy and the boots where just private enough.
We ate until we couldn't eat anymore, when we got the bill we where pleasantly suprised.
Good value for the amount of food you get, no it's not gourmet food..but I wouldn't expect that in a place like that, you have to stay realistic. The service was how service is in most places..not great, not bad.

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Jokers3256 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
Joker's Pizza IS Port Moody's Pizza Place
By narcan2k of port Moody, BC (1 Review)
Submitted Monday, February 22, 2010 - 7:17pm

Port Moody is home to a community that is small, has diverse yet fine tastes and is unique in character. It is the City of the Arts, proud of its creativity.

Joker's Pizza embodies those same traits.

When you look at their menu, you won't see many topping combinations you recognize. Each original is unique and exciting, begging to be tried! Pizza that is creative and fresh, fusing international flavors with the homemade, hand tossed dough. Each one of Joker's Originals are a work of art that will please any palette. And for those not so adventurous types looking for standard favorites, order away because they'll make those too!

It doesn't stop there. Jokers has original Pasta that will surely please.

Ordering for delivery or take-out is always easy (cash/credit/debit at the door) and always comes with a customer pleasing smile. The cost is great too, cheaper than the factory franchise places. Gourmet pizza and pasta at family prices!

Give Joker's a shot at earning your loyalty today. It's something they're good at!

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S Restaurant50 Queens Street, Port Moody
Sunday Buffet
By darthestar of Port Moody BC (1 Review)
Submitted Monday, February 22, 2010 - 10:07am

I had heard that the Sunday buffet was very good at the S Restaurant. I invited friends from Richmond, Surrey and North Vancouver to join me. I was pleased with the look of the restaurant and the way the food was set up. It really was a great first impression. The food was good although there was no one around the buffet to slice the prime rib or tell us what some of the dishes were. We were frustrated with most of the service we received. With only 3 or 4 other tables with patrons we were surprised that our dirty dishes weren't picked up faster and at times we had to put them on the empty table behind us. Not really what you would expect for such a fine looking restaurant with great food on a slow day. We also had to wait for cream for our coffee after asking a few times and by the time we got it the coffee was cold. The restaurant was very slow so there was no reason for the delay. Too bad.

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Browns Socialhouse215 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Like KFC with a hostess
By gardner_monk of Port Moody BC (1 Review)
Submitted Sunday, February 21, 2010 - 3:00pm

We ordered eggs Benedict and a chicken clubhouse.

The eggs were watery and full of water. It was supposed to be a vegetarian dish with avocado and spinach but it was full of the omnipresent red peppers -- which my wife's allergic to.

I ordered a "Chicken Club" expecting a clubhouse sandwich. Instead I got a breaded chunk of chicken in a bun. The manager insisted that a "club" is not a clubhouse sandwich. The fries were pre-salted. I don't like salt on my fries. I felt it was a mean I might have ordered if the only place to eat was Kentucky Fried Chicken.

When are they going to figure out that a beer in a wet glass is not a good thing. To me it means it's just been washed and a beer dumped into it. Somebody seems to think that putting a glass into a freezer so the beer will be *extra* cold is a good thing. Why not just put ice into it?

So the slimy eggs Benedict was taken off the bill but I'm left with the indigestion from the deep-fried chicken burger. Save you money and go to McDonalds or KFC for the same type of food.

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Little Thailand2335 St. Johns Street, 1, Port Moody
Food great, service is okay
By jt of Port Moody, BC (2 Reviews)
Submitted Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 2:15pm

We have both dined in and taken out the food at Little Thailand. On both occasions, the food was hot and delicious. As for service, it was nothing exceptional. The server was not rude, she asked us all the appropriate questions in a timely manner but seeing how we were the only patrons there, it just wasn't memorable. I'm not asking for a show or excessive friendliness, but some jovial banter would be nice.

The only con is the portion of rice. A "large" is hardly enough for my husband and I. Even when you take away the food, the portion is still pretty small; in fact so small that we even had to make more rice at home.

The restaurant is small and the decor is alright. I would guess that it had about less than 15 tables so I can see it getting busy. But whenever we drive by, it's not busy at all.

The price is less than Chada Thai and it's closest competitor would be All Thai'd Up in Port Coquitlam.

Overall pros: delicious food, 10% off on Take Away, free parking, safe area.

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Golphis Steak & Lobster2409 St. Johns St, Port Moody
Great Pizza But Stay clear of the restaurant!!!
By iratepizza of Langley, B. C. Canada (2 Reviews)
Submitted Sunday, February 14, 2010 - 7:24pm

I really like there "everything but fish" pizza.One of the best around.Burgers are good.I have tried a couple other things but would not recommend.I recommend delivery if you have not been to the place as it may ruin your dinner.Really needs to be renovated.Could be amazing pizza franchise.I would compare there pizza To The old Vero's in Coquitlam which was hands down the best pizza I have ever had.Shame they closed down.

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Saint St Grill2514 St. Johns St, Port Moody
Looking Forward to Returning!!!
By jimmyboy58 of burnaby (5 Reviews)
Submitted Saturday, February 13, 2010 - 7:14pm

I am happy to read the highly positive reviews. After many successful experiences at SSG, my last time was a disaster. Perhaps it was just a bad day all around...me included. I have had some amazing meals here and am now looking forward to returning! The ambiance has always been a highlight of the dining experience.

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S Restaurant50 Queens Street, Port Moody
A Work in Progress...
By jimmyboy58 of burnaby (5 Reviews)
Submitted Saturday, February 13, 2010 - 7:10pm

First time at this restaurant.
Server/host were attentive and eager to please.
Mussels were very good.
Reasonable wine list.
Wife's Cod was a little too salty; my steak was undercooked but still very tasty. Sides were a tad boring.
However, perhaps I have spent too much time reading reviews and actually think I have talent as a critic...I do not!

We will be back to try different dishes.

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Rozzini's2810 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
Did not honor coupon!
By spiker30 of Anmore, Port Moody (7 Reviews)
Submitted Sunday, February 7, 2010 - 12:06am

I've been here a few times but will never go back after they did not honor a pizza coupon. I was kind of surprised because the owner and staff were always so nice and friendly that is until I wanted to use a coupon for a few pizzas I was taking out. I was told the coupon does not apply pick-up but this was not mentioned on the coupon.

The interior is dark, similar to the Renzo's restaurant that used to be there.
I liked the Greek pita and the pizza was not bad.

They are located in a strip mall on St Johns....blinking light strips in the windows, can't miss it.

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Charlie's Cafe2414 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
Taco Bell would have been a better choice, and I don't even like Taco Bell
By sherman of Port Moody (2 Reviews)
Submitted Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 5:39pm

We really wanted Mexican food and thought most of the reviews said it was "authentic". Um, have you been to Mexico? I agree with another reviewer about the chips and "salsa". A paltry amount of chopped up tomato with a bit of onion is not salsa. Chips cold and greasy and they tasted old.
Service. What service? We sat there for ages in that cold restaurant before anyone even came to get our drink order. By the time the chips and "salsa" arrived we were practically fainting we were so hungry. Then some time, a long time, after that our food came. It was not very good. Not worth the wait. Don't waste your time or your money.

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Browns Socialhouse215 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Vacant server matches the food
By sherman of Port Moody (2 Reviews)
Submitted Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 5:32pm

Our server could barely pronounce Pad Thai (in fact we weren't even sure what she said) and the dish I got wasn't Pad Thai. It was okay tasting but not Pad Thai. Our server seemed completely out of it and thankfully we saw very little of her. Wouldn't go there again.

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Rocky Point Cafe2709 Clarke Street, Port Moody
Best kept secret in Port Moody
By edonby of surrey bc (1 Review)
Submitted Monday, February 1, 2010 - 7:08pm

Our walking group have had lunch at this restaurant and have enjoyed the quality and quantity. At our last lunch we peeked at the dinner menu and decided to have a Saturday evening dinner. The 3 course meal special looked very inviting.

We booked for 14 and everything was nicely setup when got there. To help the kitchen we emailed them ahead of time as to what most of us were planning to order.

The appetizers were very well done and presented. The prawn and scallop skewers were filled to the max. Each appetizer plate had 2 skewers.

The main courses were excellent. Presentation, quality and quantity were beyond our expectation. The attention to detail reminded us of cruise ship dining.

The desserts again was beyond our expectation. The banana split was huge.

We all felt that the $25 three course special is the best deal going in the lower mainland. The woman chef, Anna, comes from Beijing. It is very obvious that she trained as a chef in either a high-end hotel or western style restaurant. We will return to try more dishes.

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Rodos Kouzina Mediterranean Grille221 Loco Road, #100, Port Moody
Good Food
By nmaori of Port Moody (2 Reviews)
Submitted Monday, February 1, 2010 - 3:57pm

I recently went over to Rodos with my wife and must say the there was an improvement from the last time we were there(4 months ago).
Our entrees came as ordered and we did enjoy our meals. However, the other things were still the same with Frankie singing his songs as usual. It just seems odd to have a karoake singer in a Greek Restaurant. Belly Dancing would be appropriate- but not Karoake. Overall, food was good and service was acceptable.

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Heritage House Pizza Company2714 Clark Street, Port Moody, Port Moody
Hidden Gem...A True Italian Pizzeria!!! Worth the WAIT
By nmaori of Port Moody (2 Reviews)
Submitted Monday, February 1, 2010 - 3:34pm

Our family decided to give this new restuarant that just recently opened up in our neigborhood a try. We decided to go last weekend and was informed by the host-there would be at least a 30 minute wait for the pizza. We were also informed that the pizza is created fresh daily and they create there own tomato sauce. This is good news as I'm Italian and prefer the REAL DEAL.
It was worth the wait and most definitely different than any other pizza's in the Tri Cities. I ordered a Carnivore(all meat) my wife had the pesto Chicken, and my other two young teeners got the Da Bomb and Salerno. Food overall,was simply outstanding!!!
My family really loved the atmosphere! Something different for Prt Moody. Design of the restaurant interior is something you see in trendier places in Vancouver. This is a nice change indeed.
Service was great and attentive and the host(David Susuki clone)regularly checked the room. He also approached us to ensure that we were pleased with
our pizza's. For our desert, we decided to go with the Chocolate Fondue. No regrets, as it was so delicious and finished everything.
Next time we come by, we will have to try the Chef's entree presentations. The table next to us were raving about the Orgnic Grilled Chicken Breast and
Artic Char. This is definitely not typical pizza joint. It is much better.
It is the best hidden gem. We'll be back....

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Heritage House Pizza Company2714 Clark Street, Port Moody, Port Moody
Definitely Worth a Try
By lsherry of Port Coquitlam (1 Review)
Submitted Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 9:13pm

We just finished our evening at the Heritage House Pizza Co. and wanted to write a review so others that are wondering what it's like might get some insight. You can reserve a table early in the evening (they will explain that when you call) and we're glad we did because we have two small kids and we wouldn't have wanted to wait outside. Also, the wait time for the food is a little long when you order pizza and the kids needed to eat earlier than later. It's not a restaurant we would take the kids to again because there weren't small portions for them, but they were happy eating our pizza so it worked out well. We loved the atmosphere! It was dark, warm and inviting with fantastic mood lighting. We also liked the volume of the music for an intimate dinner (perhaps a little loud for a larger table). We only ordered pizza because that was what we came for. It was definitely different than any other pizza we've had and it was very tasty. We don't like gobs of toppings and the pizzas had just enough of everything so the flavours blended very well. Overall, it was a great treat to have a quality meal with very fresh ingredients and we'd go back again to try some of the other dishes. We wouldn't take the kids again (it's not worth spending that much money when they like peanut butter sandwiches as much as anything else!!) and we might think twice with a large group (the restaurant is very small). We had a table of eight and the reservation came in handy, but we wouldn't want to eat that early when it's grown-ups only. We would recommend giving the restaurant a try especially when you're tired of the same old thing around town. It was very fresh, very clean, had a great feel and the food really did taste great.

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Heritage House Pizza Company2714 Clark Street, Port Moody, Port Moody
Disappointed in the pizza
By kberg of port moody (1 Review)
Submitted Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 7:43pm

We wanted to try out this new restaurant for it's pizza and called for take out. As there are only 2 adults eating this, usually a medium anywhere else is more than enough. When my husband called to ask, they suggested a large and good thing they did!!! When we picked this up, it was in a huge New York style box and the pizza only filled half of it. There was only 2 pepperoni's and green peppers on each piece. The cheese was good but could have been melted longer and there was a lot of dough and it came to $27 for a 3 topping. I was just disappointed as my husband loves Pizza Hut but I had to agree with him tonight that it would have been the better choice. The interior of the restaurant looked great and I would like to try their other dishes based on the other reviews but have to say I'm a little wary.

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Jokers3256 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
for sure the best in vancouver
By kevinwhite of Portmoody (1 Review)
Submitted Saturday, January 30, 2010 - 1:31am

I tried their pizza after i tried one of the poorest pizza shop in area,and complaining about their food to my friend and he suggested me Jokers,he said its really good,but i couldn't even imagine what i had.
i tried one of their pizza called Angus.(cappicolo,roast beef and fried mixed mushroom)the pizza was finished with peppercorn sauce that gives it a unique taste.i never seen or heard all these pizza in their menu ,so unique and tasty.
100% the best i ever had and i suggest it to every one since they have different pizza for different tastes.hope they stay there and keep the quality.

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gallery bistro2411 clarke street, Port Moody
cute place
By paula of coquitlam (21 Reviews)
Submitted Friday, January 29, 2010 - 8:53am

what a cute little bistro...the sandwiches are overpriced and the bread is not fresh and you get a little side of potato chips..this is to be expected when they do not have a restaurant kitchen. the girls that work there try to be nice, but are very loud to each other and do not look to clean. this place could be a hidden gem if more people would give it a try then perhaps the food would be a little more fresh.

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