601 Expo Blvd, Vancouver (Stadium-Chinatown)
If you are craving fusion and you really don't want to talk too far, then get yourself on the Skytrain and head to Tako, which is just steps from the Stadium-Chinatown Skytrain station. It is the perfect food stop before any game or concert happening at Rogers Arena, provided you are adventurous and have an open mind about fusion food. A self-proclaimed Korean taco shop, the fusion of Mexican cuisine with a Korean spin is quite refreshing though it is not an entirely new concept (see: Coquitlam's Tacoreano), but if we're measuring by convenience, then Tako wins. The space that used to occupy some kind of coffee shop or convenience store has brightened up with bright yellow walls and sleek bar tables, and plugs galore. The minute you walk in, you are greeted with a cheery hello and an eclectic mix of kimchi and cheese. It could make Mexican or Korean food purists squirm, but I found the mix oddly enticing. I went with my friend Elijah to try something different, and we were not disappointed! We both opted for quesadillas: one order of the kimchi quesadilla (Pan-fried kimchi, bulgogi, corn, red onion, cheese) and the Omma quesadilla (Bulgogi, mushroom, cheese, red onion), both of which were $8.95 a piece. They also serve up little tacos, burritos, poutine and Bibimbap bowls to throw in a little more Korean. All in all, the flavours were amazing together: who would have thought that kimchi and cheese together would taste so amazing? Aside from delicious food, Tako's location is prime, being just steps away from Roger's Arena and the Cineplex in International Village. So if you are looking for a pre or post-show snack that's not too expensive and you want to err on the side of adventure, then Tako is your place.
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105 E Pender Street, Vancouver (Chinatown)
"Chinatown's finest currywurst," it says on Bestie's simple website. A quick Google search on what exactly currywurst explains that it is a type of German fast food which consists of a German bratwurst that is served with curry ketchup. Having never heard of or tried anything of this nature before, I had always been eager to try out Bestie's unique fare, and I recently had the opportunity to do so. After a long day of biking, we wandered into Chinatown and checked into thehumble restaurant; Sporting white walls and colourful vinyl furniture, the smell of bratwurst and fries filled the room. I ordered the Salad Banger Combo which consists of any bratwurst and two sides. I chose the classic pork Thüringer and paired it with cheesy fries and a salad of the day, whch was a mean black bean salad. It was the perfect portion size. The bratwurst was DELICIOUS! My friend tried something also quite interesting: a Leberkäse Melt, which is Bestie's take on a Bavarian burger that has fine German meatloaf with onions and apples. My favourite part about the whole meal was the sauces - the amazing mustard and the curry ketchup! I wish I had more room for their ice cream sandwiches - one of these days, I will return for those! Go check out Bestie, with your bestie! |
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