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As we transition from holiday R&R to pulling up our bootstraps and slaying goals for the new year, we’re going to need delicious food to fuel the grind. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the best indie restaurants South Delta has to offer, from yummy affordable options to enjoy at home during movie night to fine dining fare with exceptional service. And some of these local restaurants are taking part in Dine Out Vancouver (Jan 22- Feb 9) there are still a few more days to sample some special prix-fixe menus and discover your new favourite restaurant!
Mario’s & Gracie’s - Tsawwassen
Mario’s Kitchen and sister restaurant Gracie’s Next Door serve up delicious comfort food and local craft beer in cozy, welcoming settings. Offering daily specials, happy hours, and live music Fridays and Saturdays at Gracie’s, these neighbourhood mainstays have something to satisfy everyone. Local restaurant owners, Liz and Darren, are known for their warm hospitality.
Thai Issan - Tsawwassen
Thai-Isaan Cuisine and Café is an intimate, family-run restaurant in Tsawwassen that serves authentic homestyle Thai favourites like tom yum soup, garlic and pepper prawns, and pad thai using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. You decide on spice level, and whether to eat in or take out, and Thai-Issan’s chefs will handle the rest.
Connaught Place - Tsawwassen
Connaught Place Indian Restaurant has over 60 dishes to delight your palate, from paneer pakora and tandoori specialties to lamb korma and chicken rogan josh. Check out their extensive menu, which includes plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, and other folks with dietary restrictions.
Alfa - Tsawwassen
Alfa Greco Roman Cuisine serves food fit for the gods! With a mix of Greek and Italian favourites, this neighbourhood gem has been feeding South Delta residents since 1979. They offer free local delivery on orders over $25, daily drink specials, and a large covered patio.
Illuminaté - Tsawwassen
Illuminaté Restorante is an upscale Italian restaurant serving fresh West Coast seafood, pizza, pasta, steak, and more. Husband-and-wife team Chef Roland and Joeqyna have provided a high-end dining experience with gourmet seasonal menus and top-notch service for over a decade. Book a table to celebrate your next special occasion!
Pat Quinn’s - Tsawwassen *Dine Out Menu
After a rousing round of golf at Tsawwassen Springs, Pat Quinn's Restaurant & Bar is the perfect place to relax and imbibe with a refreshing cocktail before tucking into one of their signature dishes. Their vibrant, contemporary space hosts live music nights every Thursday to Saturday, tasting tours on Wine Up Wednesdays, and Prime Rib Sundays from 5pm on.
Il Posto - Ladner
This casual Italian eatery is run by award-winning Vancouver chef Terry Pichor and his Tsawwassen born-and-bred partner Julie Marcopoulos. Il Posto offers happy hour specials, family style prix-fixe meals, and á la carte dining at their Ladner restaurant, where ‘Italian' means rustic, sharing, and connecting. Tutto bene!
Taverna Gorgona - Ladner
Taverna Gorgona has been welcoming hungry patrons to their Mediterranean escape in the heart of Ladner since 1996. With a focus on authentic Greek ingredients and flavours, they serve family recipes that have been nurtured over generations with friendly hospitality in a soothing, light-filled space.
RiverHouse - Ladner *Dine Out Menu
RiverHouse Restaurant & Pub’s stunning marina views, fresh seafood-forward menu, and exceptional hospitality can’t be beat! Book a private room for a special event or a table for two on their romantic patio in warmer seasons.
Sharkey’s - Ladner
If you’re craving fish ‘n chips, gourmet burgers, and craft beer in a family friendly, East Coast-style setting, look no further than Sharkey's Seafood Bar & Grille. Enjoy their daily happy hour from 3pm to 5pm with a view of Ladner Wharf overlooking the Fraser River.
Sapporo Kitchen - Ladner
Give Sapporo Kitchen a try on your next sushi night! Also offering other authentic Japanese and fusion food like ramen, teriyaki, poke and more, their fresh, extensive menu, upscale presentation, and welcoming atmosphere really hit the spot.
Bonus: South Delta’s Local Breweries🍻
Still thirsty after a delicious meal at one of our top restaurants? Quench your ‘cold one’ craving and also enjoy some good eats at Ladner Village’s Brittania Brewing Co *Dine Out Menu, venture out to close-but-rural Barnside Brewing Co, or stop in at Four Winds Brewing, who are now serving customers from both their original Tilbury taproom & kitchen and the new Southlands Beach House & Brewery!
We hope you’re feeling inspired to support some of these local small businesses. With all these delicious, diverse options in Ladner and Tsawwassen, you really can’t lose. Delta's own "Dine Around" program usually takes place in late Feb/March but this year it sounds like we might see something in the fall. Stay tuned!
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