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Jules Bistro Happy Hour | French Bistro in Gastown

March 12, 2020 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Jules Bistro in the heart of Gastown is where you can experience an authentic French bistro experience.

A Gastown staple since 2007, the bistro is the embodiment of chef-owner Emmanuel’s seasoned career as a French chef. His menu melds the flavours of France with a West Coast style, offering up authentic, traditional French dishes and daily specials all using fresh, local ingredients at affordable prices.

Jules Bistro Happy Hour Menu

Jules Bistro offers Happy Hour daily from 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm where you can indulge in a range of small plates ($8.50 each) over a glass of wine (or bottle). The menu features:

Steamed Mussels
Chili Dusted Calamari
Cheese Platter
Charcuterie Platter (with chicken liver mousse)
Sauteed Mix Mushrooms
Cauliflower Bites
Truffle Fries

I had the opportunity to try their Happy Hour menu and enjoyed all the dishes I tried (Steamed Mussels, Charcuterie Platter, Chili Dusted Calamari, Sauteed Mix Mushrooms).

Steamed mussels (white wine, garlic and parsley)

Sauteed mix Mushrooms (roasted garlic, rosemary butter)

Charcuterie Platter (with chorizo, proscuitto, salumi and chicken liver mousse)

The chicken liver mousse was particularly amazing. It was very smooth and didn’t taste metallic.

Chili Dusted Calamari (with ponzu sauce)

The calamari was nicely crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

The cozy and charming atmosphere also made it a lovely experience.

For more information, visit julesbistro.ca.

Jules Bistro
216 Abbott St, Vancouver, BC
julesbistro.ca

Joe Fortes Launches New Happy Hour Menu [March 2020]

March 2, 2020 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Joe Fortes has just launched a new Happy Hour menu that you’ll want to try.

Joe Fortes Launches New Happy Hour Menu [March 2020]

New items on the Happy Hour menu include Albacore Tuna Sliders and Joe’s Chilled Seafood Platter. You’ll also find classics like the Mini Shrimp & Lobster Rolls, Jumbo Tempura Prawns and more. Wine $1 by the ounce.

Available at the bar Monday – Friday 3 pm – 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday 4 pm – 6 pm, and 7 days a week 9 pm – 11 pm.

For your reference, here are the portions of each dish on the Happy Hour Menu.

Oyster’s Rockefeller x 2
Jumbo Tiger Prawn Cocktail x 3
Ahi Poke Tacos x 2
Mini Shrimp & Lobster Rolls x 2
Crab & Corn Fritters x 4
Albacore Tuna Sliders x 2
Prawn Tacos x 2
Jumbo Tempura Prawns x 3

I was invited to a media preview of the Happy Hour menu. Here’s a look at what you can expect.

Joe’s Chilled Seafood Platter

Priced at $36.95 per tier, this platter includes local oysters, marinate mussels and clams, prawns, albacore tuna crudo, scallop ceviche, and ahi tuna poke.

Albacore Tuna Sliders

These new items feature a grilled tuna patty and it was delicious!

Mini Shrimp & Lobster Rolls

You cannot go wrong with this Joe Fortes classic. Melt-in-your-mouth, buttery and oh-so-good.

Ahi Poke Tacos

I enjoyed the fresh cubes of ahi tuna with aioli and guacamole in a crisp taco shell.

Oysters Rockefeller

The buttery Oysters Rockefeller were rich in flavour.

Crispy Calamari

The calamari was wonderfully crispy on the outside. It’s a great shareable but I honestly would just want one order for myself.

Crab & Corn Fritters

One of my favourites on the Happy Hour menu, these crab and corn fritters were wonderfully moist and meaty on the inside.

Truffle Parmesan Fries

These golden, crispy, cheesy fries had the right subtle hint of earthy truffle.

Everything was very good overall, but my personal favourites were the Chilled Seafood Platter; Ahi Poke Tacos; Mini Shrimp & Lobster Rolls; Crab & Corn Fitters; Albacore Tuna Sliders; and Crispy Calamari.

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Joe Fortes
777 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC
www.joefortes.ca

Sandbar: New Happy Hour Monday – Friday 3 pm – 6 pm

February 25, 2020 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Sandbar on Granville Island just launched a Happy Hour menu that you need to try!

Sandbar: New Happy Hour Monday - Friday 3 pm - 6 pm Granville Island 2020

Enjoy delicious bites in a warm sophisticated atmosphere featuring live music and amazing waterfront views.

The Happy Menu (with gluten-free, vegetarian and Oceanwise options) includes:

Lobster Sliders ($10.50)
Bay Shrimp & Avocado Stack ($9)
Coconut Lemongrass Mussels ($10)
Ahi Tuna Poke ($10)
Caramelized Onion & Tomato Pizza ($10)
Parmesan Truffle Fries ($6)
Drink Specials: Granville Island Pale Ale or Red Truck Lager ($5) | Red or White Wine ($5 / $8) | Sandbar Highball ($5 / $7.50)

I was invited to try the new Happy Hour menu at Sandbar. Here’s a look at the deliciousness!

The lobster sliders ($10.50) with housemade buns are a must-try. Enjoy the sweet, delicate and buttery flavour in these handhelds.

The Bay Shrimp & Avocado Stack ($9) with smashed avocado and housemade tortilla chips ($9) was a light, refreshing dish. The housemade tortilla chips were very crispy.

Next up, the subtly spicy Coconut Lemongrass Mussels ($10) with ginger, chili and garlic and a side of toast.

I also enjoyed the Ahi Tuna Poke ($10) with fresh cubes of ahi tuna paired with crispy wonton chips.

The Caramelized Onion & Tomato Flatbread Pizza was a delicious shareable ($10). It had balsamic vinegar, goat’s cheese, and arugula.

Another great sharing dish was the Parmesan Truffle Fries ($6) with roasted garlic aioli.

You might catch a visit by “Steven Seagull” who likes to watch guests as they eat.

Check out Sandbar’s Happy Hour offered Monday – Friday 3 pm – 6 pm.

Sandbar
1535 Johnston Street, Creekhouse #102, Vancouver, BC
vancouverdine.com/sandbar

Honolulu Cafe Happy Hour: Every Friday From 3 pm – 7 pm

October 13, 2019 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

There’s a new place for Happy Hour bites and snacks in Vancouver. Say Aloha to Honolulu Cafe’s “Pa’u Hana” (Happy Hour) which runs every Friday at its Downtown location (888 Nelson Street) from 3 pm – 7 pm. Live music takes place 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Disclosure: I attended a media event of Honolulu Cafe’s Happy Hour.

A common phrase on the Hawaiian Islands meaning “end of the workday’, “Pa’u Hana” refers to the practice of leaving work early on Fridays to start to weekend.

Each Friday from 3 to 7 p.m., visitors can kick off the weekend by enjoying Honolulu Coffee’s island-inspired bar snacks at half price such as: mixed bar nuts, $3.5; açaí bowls, $4.25; edamame coconut hummus, $4.75; lilikoi pineapple meatballs, $6; and teriyaki sliders, $7.5.

Early weekend warriors can also wash down the work week with 12-ounce pints of Bikini Blonde lager, Big Swell IPA, Pineapple Mana wheat or Coconut Hiwa porter from Maui Brewing Company available for $5 each.

For more information, visit honolulucoffee.com.

Inside Colony Entertainment District on Granville Strip

June 30, 2019 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Colony Entertainment District, Colony’s 4th location, has now opened on the Granville strip in Downtown Vancouver. Located at 967 Granville Street in the former Caprice Nightclub, Colony Entertainment District is a new hotspot for music, food and drink lovers, sports fans and gaming enthusiasts to enjoy.

Colony Entertainment District Granville Strip Vancouver

The 15,000 sq. foot space features a full arcade section, including a solid mix of pool, foosball and shuffleboard, which have been provided by retro arcade game enthusiast Kyle Sellers of East Van Amusements.

Also, in a first for Vancouver, the venue showcases a custom-made indoor bocce court and a weekly league night.

Colony Entertainment District has 15 big screen TVs and will screen everything from North American major sports, to international soccer, rugby and pay per-view events.

On the menu is a range of pub grub and comfort food options. Mains include items Chili Rubbed Grilled Chicken and Baby Back Ribs while Handheld options include Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, Crunchy Chicken Sandwich and so forth. Guests can also enjoy a wide selection of beers on tap, cocktails and daily features. Happy Hour takes place Monday – Friday from 3 pm – 6 pm.

Colony Entertainment District
965 Granville St, Vancouver
colonybars.com/entertainment-district

7 NEW Happy Hours in Vancouver to check out 2019

February 22, 2019 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

From early morning to late night, there are a number of places across Vancouver that are offering some great *NEW* food and drink specials at all hours of the day. Check out the list below.

Daytime Drinks

1. Cafe Medina

Credit: Barry Calhoun Photography

Morning Happy Hour daily from 9 to 11 a.m. (launched January 2019)

Draught beer (rotating selection from The Parkside Brewery, Strange Fellows Brewing, Four Winds Brewing Co.) for $5
Classic mimosas for $6
Feature cocktails for $8
House Wine (sparkling, white, rose, red) for $8

2. Tuc Craft Kitchen

Daytime Happy Hour during brunch on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (launched February 2019 along with new brunch menu)

Mimosas for $5; DIY mimosa pitcher for $32
- Spike your mimosa with Aperol (+$1) or Cherry Heering and Pierre Ferrand dry Curaçao (+$2)
Caesars made with Sid’s vodka, Walter’s and house rim for $5
- Premium Caesar upgrades substituting gin, bourbon or tequila (+$1)

Italian-inspired Aperitvo Hours

3. UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar

Credit: Alison Kuhl

Happy Hour daily from 2 to 5 p.m. (new hours and offerings launched February 2019)

Red Racer Pilsner for $5
House white or red wine for $6
Feature cocktails (ranging from $7 to $9)
Italian-style small plates such as Arancini and Proscuitto e Melone (ranging from $3 to $12)

4. Pizzeria Farina

Happy Hour daily from 5 to 6 p.m. (launched February 2019)

Pizza & Beer Combo: Margherita pizza and a Good Company Lager for $15 (dine in only)
- sub house white or red wine for an additional $4

5. Caffè di Beppe

Aperitivo Hour offered daily from 3 to 6 p.m. (full Aperitivo Hour menu here)

Aperitivi (Cinzano Bianco/Rosso) for $3
Italian cocktails (Aperol Spritz, Bicicletta, Americano, Negroni) for $8
House wine (white, red, Prosecco, Lambrusco) for $5
Draught beer and cider for $4
European Aperitvo Hour snack menu (starting at $2) including olives, salumi Misti, burrata, potato chips.

Late Night Libations

6. Pourhouse

Happy Hour offered nightly from 5 to 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. to close (late-night Happy Hour launched February 2019)

Aperol or Cynar spritz for $8
Select red and white wine for $8
Draught beer for $5
Half-priced small plates (including Pourhouse’s signature Scotch Egg, Mac & Cheese, and their infamous burger)

7. Bells and Whistles

Credit: Johnathan Norton

Happy Hour Sunday to Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. until close (launched in November 2018)

All beer and cider on the printed menu for $5.50
Negroni for $7
Happy Hour hot dog menu
- Classic hot dogs for $5
- Chili cheese and Chicago-style dogs for $7

Happy Hour at Railway Stage & Beer Cafe

October 17, 2018 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

What’s better than one happy hour? Two, obviously! The Railway Stage & Beer Café by The Donnelly Group is launching new happy hours to make after work and the end of the night just that little bit better. Each happy hour at the Railway will feature rotating $3 beers from its constantly-changing local craft beer list.

The Railway is offering an after work happy hour from 4-8 pm Monday to Friday and during the last hour of service every day.

Along with great local $3 beers, happy hour at the Railway includes live entertainment like the Friday knock off, Tuesday Music Bingo hosted by Meredith Geddes of CFOX, and the Saturday Sessions with Joe Rotundo.

I had the opportunity to visit the Railway Stage and Beer Cafe for Happy Hour and try some of their dishes which pair well with beer.

Disclosure: All food and drinks were complimentary. Opinions are my own.

With a London Fog Ale brewed by Faculty Brewing, my guest and I tried the pulled chicken corn chowder ($7), salad bowl with kale, corn, black bean, tortilla and feta ($12), and beef brisket and provolone sandwich ($12).

I thought the items were very good, well-portioned, fast, fresh and delicious. The main room is more of a cafeteria-style communal seating. I liked how the wall was decorated with old pages of Rolling Stone Magazine.

There is also an old back bar where you will find a games room featuring a a pool table, a shuffle board table, and darts board.

Railway Stage & Beer Cafe
Address: 579 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC
Website: donnellygroup.ca/railway-stage-and-beer-cafe

Cardero’s Launches Happy Hour Menu

October 8, 2018 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Cardero’s has just launched their first ever Happy Hour menu. The restaurant which has been open since 1997 is known for its fresh fare, ambience, outstanding views of Stanley Park and the North Shore mountains. I was invited to a media tasting of the Happy Hour menu. Here’s a look at what you can expect.

Disclosure: All food and drinks in this post were complimentary. Opinions are my own.

Cardero’s Happy Hour Menu features wine, beer, and specially crafted food items. The menu includes vegetarian and gluten-free options and all seafood served is certified Ocean Wise. All happy hour dishes are $10 or less. Happy hour is available Monday to Friday from 3 pm until 6 pm in Cardero’s marina-side pub.

You can pair any dish with either a glass of house red or white wine, sleeves of the Stanley Park Noble Pilsner or Amber Ale or Cardero’s highballs. All happy hour drinks are $5.

Steamed Manila Clams ($10)

Oceanwise steamed Manila clams in a Guinness beer, garlic, cracked pepper, and butter broth served with grilled bread for dipping.

Pulled Pork Tacos ($8)

Open face slow cooked pulled pork tacos topped with kimchi slaw and crema and served on a grilled corn tortilla.

Coconut Prawns ($9)

Oceanwise and served with mango chili lime sauce. I really enjoyed the crispy panko batter.

Avocado Hummus ($7)

Housemade avocado hummus topped with feta and dukkah, a Mediterranean spice medley, and served with naan. A very light dish with a creamy, tasty hummus and accompaniments.

Albacore Tuna Sliders ($8)

Rare sesame crusted albacore tuna sliders served with wasabi aioli and Asian slaw.

Chicken Karaage ($6)

Crispy Japanese-style chicken, nuoc cham dipping sauce and roasted garlic aioli. The chicken was very crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside.

Warm Olives ($4)

Served with extra virgin olive oil, fennel seeds, and lemon.

Double Pepperoni Pizza ($8)

With roma tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil. I enjoyed the crispy pizza crust and pepperoni slices.

My favourite items were the Steamed Manila Clams, Avocado Hummus, Coconut Prawns, Chicken Karaage, and Double Pepperoni Pizza.

Cardero’s
Address: 1583 Coal Harbour Quay, Vancouver, BC
Website: www.vancouverdine.com/carderos/‎

Vancouver Happy Hour: Copper Chimney

June 15, 2018 by foodgressing Leave a Comment

Executive Hotel Le Soleil’s signature restaurant, Copper Chimney Indian Grill & Bar, has just undergone some changes to bring customers new and exciting experiences. The restaurant has new menus, a bread bar concept, gin and tonic bar and Happy Hour with an Indian Twist.

At Copper Chimney Indian Grill & Bar, you’ll find contemporary Indian comfort foods made in-house from scratch using family recipes, hand-ground exotic spices, and fresh BC ingredients. The kitchen also has two tandoor (clay) ovens to prepare some mouthwatering tandoori dishes. The extensive, yet simple, menus pair classic Indian dishes with more Western-influenced menu items with a few fun twists. Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian options are available.

Copper Chimney’s Happy Hour features an Indian-twist on classic dishes. From handmade samosas, lamb meatballs or Bombay short rib sliders to squash fritters with tamarind dipping sauce and poutine creatively topped with butter chicken, Happy Hour at Copper Chimney’s Happy Hour menu is blending of cultures. Below is a copy of the Happy Hour menu.

I attended a media event where we sampled some of the Happy Hour offerings. Below are a few photos from the evening.

The Manchurian Cauliflower was my favourite item featuring a crispy, sweet and sour cauliflower.

The space at Copper Chimney is undoubedtly beautiful featuring art deco-inspired decor and soaring ceilings. They also have a very charming, private dining room on the second floor with pretty string lights and a skylight.

Copper Chimney
Address: 567 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC
Website: ‎www.copperchimney.ca