Hawaii CAFE

Let’s take it out to South Burnaby today. 5880 Marine Drive to be exact. There’s nothing out here on this part of the road but a shitty gas station that should have shut down 20 years ago and this place, The Hawaii Cafe. The Pepsi sign defly dictates the age.

I’ve driven by twice before thinking the place was closed or shut down. This time, tho, there was an open sign on. I went in.

Pretty standard fare for a minimalist Chinese restaurant. But, if they’re gonna advertise Taiwanese Beef Noodle soup on their shop sign, then that’s the only thing I’m ordering. The Taiwanese flagship soup is much like Vietnamese pho in that there are many different versions; even in this city alone. Some come spiced up, others with fresh, handmade noodles. This one was nice. Sweet broth. Crispy broccoli. Tender morsels of stewed beef. Noodles were a little overcooked but overall, a great take on the classic. $6.99 and huge.

Look out for a Top 5 Taiwanese Beef Noodle soups coming soon!

Previously Top 5 Pho Spots!