14 can't miss deals to grab during Metro Vancouver's popular month-long food festival
Dine Out Vancouver may be over, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t any more great deals to be had when dining out in Metro Vancouver. For instance, Taste of the Tri-Cities is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some good eating around Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody.
Taking place from Feb. 15 to March 15, select restaurants around the Tri-Cities will be offering special menus at discounted prices for you to enjoy.
Whether it’s a hot new restaurant you’ve eyeing since it opened or a long-standing favourite, there are plenty of places to go during this year’s festivities. But with so many options, it can be hard to choose which ones to check out.
That’s why we compiled a list of some standout offerings during this year’s Taste of the Tri-Cities. From multi-course feasts to sweet little treats, this list has it all.
Looking for the full list of participating restaurants? You can find it online.
Hot new restaurants
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Gigi’s by Ask For Luigi
Perhaps one of the hottest new restaurants to open in the Tri-Cities last year, Gigi’s by Ask For Luigi is cooking up a multi-course meal for $60 per person, where you’ll be able to try an assortment of dishes.
Start with your choice of antipasti between the Burrata Pugliese (roasted grape agrodolce, sultana, toasted walnuts, Sicilian olive oil, and crostini) or Tuna Crudo (orange, pickled onions, caperberry, fennel, and chili vinaigrette). Then, move on to your choice of main with options like the Mafaldine al Cinghiale (braised Canadian wild boar, dolceforte, parmigiano reggiano, roasted pine nuts, and fried sage) and Gnocchi Alla Vodka (Sardinian ricotta, vodka, calabrian chili, passata, parmigiano reggiano, and herb oil) before enjoying some Gelato in varieties like Amarena cherry, pistachio, or stracciatella.
Once you’re done, you can pop into the Nemesis location in the same building for a quick coffee.
Address: 2968 Christmas Way, Coquitlam
Nonna’s Cucina Coquitlam
When a set menu serves an entire course of just pasta in addition to an entree, we tend to take notice.
This four-course set menu for two, coming in at $89, has you start with a choice from its burrata bar offerings (all served with toasted focaccia, of course). Options include Poached Pear and Prosciutto, Caprese with Balsamic Strawberries, Pistachio Pesto and Basil, and more.
You’ll then move on to your pasta course, which includes options that are not limited to Mezze Rigatoni with Pomodoro and Fennel Sausage and Herbed Ricotta Gnocchi. Entrees include the Grilled Swordfish with White Bean Puree and Caponata, Truffle Mushroom Winter Risotto, or the Osso Bucco Milanese, which is available for an additional $15.
End your meal with a choice of dessert between its Classic Homemade Tiramisu, Almond Ricotta Cannoli, or the Chocolate Hazelnut Mascarpone Mousse.
Address: 932 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam
Multi-course feasts
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Osteria Povera
Osteria Povera is serving up multi-course menus during Taste of the Tri-Cities, including a $35 lunch set menu and a $79 menu for two for dinner.
Personally, we’re a big fan of the Panzerotti starter on the dinner menu (fried dough stuffed with Calabrese salami and mozzarella) and the Spaghetti e Polpette (Pomodoro sauce with beef and pork meatballs), but it’s hard to go wrong with whatever Osteria Povera is serving.
Address: 2331 Clarke St., Port Moody
Saku Burquitlam
A main and a dessert for $33 sounds like a great deal to us.
Saku is offering a choice between its Curry Set (which is served with an assortment of rosu, mini hire, ebi, menchi cheese, eggplant, and squash) or its Vegetable Curry Set (which comes with tofu, yam, eggplant, squash, and a potato croquette). You’ll then finish your meal with its Mochi Ice Cream.
If you haven’t had the chance to experience Saku’s crispy katsu, consider this your opportunity.
Address: 567 Clarke Rd. #107, Coquitlam
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Tri-cities faves
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Cat and Fiddle Pub
Cat and Fiddle Pub has been serving the Tri-Cities for over 30 years, so Taste of the Tri-Cities is the perfect opportunity for fans to visit, or for folks to experience the Cat and Fiddle for the first time.
Here, you’ll enjoy 25 per cent off burgers when you purchase any PoCo Brothers Brewing beer.
Address: 1979 Brown St., Port Coquitlam
John B Pub
There are few better combos than a burger and beer, and the John B Pub has a combination of both for $21.
Choose between three of its handhelds, like the Austin Heights Burger, and pair that with your choice of beverage, with options like the JB House Lager, Yellow Dog Roll Over Amber, and more.
Address: 1000 Austin Ave., Coquitlam
Me-n-Ed’s Pizza Parlors
Me-n-Eds has been serving the Lower Mainland since it opened in 1969. If you grew up in the area, you’ve most likely had a birthday party there.
For Taste of the Tri-Cities, it’s offering a special dine-in feature that includes any two small pizzas with two drinks for $45. Drinks can be any 6oz glass of wine, a 16oz sleeve of beer, a cooler, cider, or any non-alcoholic drink.
Address: 1121 Austin Ave., Coquitlam
Orrange Kitchen + Bar
Orrange Kitchen has to be good if local celebrity Michael Bublé is a fan.
For $39.95, you can enjoy a three-course set menu from the restaurant, including the option for a wonderful Yorkshire Beef Dip as your main and a Chocolate Fudge Cake for dessert.
Address: 111-1125 Nicola Ave., Port Coquitlam
Cheap eats
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Sweet Talk
A $14 breakfast that includes a donut sounds like the perfect way to start any morning. The combo includes a Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich, Truffle Parmesan Hashbrown Bites, and your choice of donut. You’ll be able to enjoy this special offer from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Address: 87 Moody St., Port Moody
Coquitlam Grill
For $29.99, Coquitlam Grill is offering a three-course set menu that has so many options. Choose between a soup or salad for your starter, and then pick between 10 different options for your main that include the likes of Baked Beef Lasagna, Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese, Cajun Lime Chicken Penne, and more.
You’ve also got plenty of options for your dessert, too, like Tiramisu, Ice Cream Apple Crisp, Caramel Ice Cream Toffee Brownie, and more.
Address: 2635 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam
Doughnut Love
Doughnut Love is keeping it simple this year with its offering of a breakfast sandwich and brewed coffee for just $8.95. You have the option to also upgrade to an espresso beverage, putting your total at just $10.95.
Address: 107-1655 Como Lake Ave., Coquitlam
For those with a sweet tooth
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Cakes n Sweets Bakery
There are few things better than enjoying some scones with tea, and Cakes n Sweets Bakery is offering just that.
For $10, you can get two scones with clotted cream and jam, along with a pot of tea. You also have the option to substitute your tea for coffee or hot chocolate.
Address: Unit 6 – 2773 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam
Cassandra Cake Co.
Over the years, Cassandra Cake Co has become pretty well known for its high tea offerings. For Taste of the Tri-Cities, you’ll be able to get 10% off a high tea experience on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Expect plenty of sweet and savoury bites served on tiered platters along with a selection of specialty teas and locally sourced coffee.
Address: 105-2331 Marpole Ave., Port Coquitlam
Gabi and Jules Handmade Pies and Baked Goods
There are a few places in the city that make a better pie than Gabi and Jules, and you’ll be able to enjoy a slide with a medium coffee for just $12.50. Think of tasty pies like a Strawberry Ginger Peach pie, Cherry Almonds and Streusel pie, and so many more.
Address: 2302B Clarke St., Port Moody
Taste of the Tri-Cities
When: Feb. 15 to March 15
Where: Participating restaurants in the Tri-Cities
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