[Laundry]

Food: Self Explanatory

Basically I was craving some BBQ after watching tons of Food Channel so i searched around on DineHere for some when i discovered this place. Its located in a Cloverdale Curling Rink sort of like a concession. They are open Tue-Fri 4PM-9PM, I know weird hours but he has other things he does with his food (catering, ect.). But Enough of me rambling on, heres some pictures (courtesy of BC4x4).

First time I went I got:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2173/2332647782_f238cd323a_o.jpg

Ribs were awesome, tender, almost fall off the bone(better that way), BBQ sauce was good, Mac n cheese was good, cornbread muffin was awesome. Cost: $11.50



Today I went again I got:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2015/2365037433_3bf4e4f3a6_o.jpg

It was called the Boonie Burger, the burger was pretty much one of the best burgers I've ever had, yes its 2 patties, cheese, Louisiana Hot Links. The seasoned fries were amazing, it literally tasted like ketchup chips when dipped in the ketchup, once again I got a cornbread muffin cause its just awesome. Cost: $8.50


Anyways great place to go, may be a little far for some but its worth it, its so much better than memphis blues imo. He also has specials sometimes, today was a deep fried red mackeral sandwich i believe. Boonie himself is a pretty good guy, we talking with him for a bit. I'll pretty much be a regular customer from now on.

Food: 10/10
Value: 10/10 (compared with what you pay for at red robins or montanas for burgers and ribs)
Atmosphere: 4/10 (hey its in a curling rink)


Links:
http://www.boonies.ca/
http://bb.bc4x4.com/showthread.php?t=126263
http://www.dinehere.ca/restaurant.asp?r=3189

[Vansterdam]

i really wanted to try this place out for awhile but its to far .

[HonestTea]

Damn...I really wanna try this too but it's SO FAR

[Jason00S2000]

Cloverdale isn't far! Jesus Christ you guys are babies!

[Amuse]

I want to go there to eat... hmm, anything around there (walking distance) besides curling that's worth checking out or to do?

[Slif]

thanks for the pictures - now I really have no reasons to not go :)

[hamsup]

looks great.. but so far away !

[Ch28]

i really wanted to try this place out for awhile but its to far .

Damn...I really wanna try this too but it's SO FAR

looks great.. but so far away !

wtf...just get on the trans-canada hwy and turn off onto 176th st

it's not THAT far of a drive

[quasi]

Nice, like 5 mins from my house I'm so going to try that place.

[jlo mein]

That first pic is one hell of an deal sealer. Can you get a view of the curling rink from the eating area?

EDIT: nm about food questions, just checked out the website menu. BTW it says that half rack of ribs, 2 sides, and cornbread is $13.50, not $11.50?

[godwin]

It takes 15 minutes from the Port Mann bridge to get to the place.

However CALL before you go.. they are not always open at the time they say they would.

[fa1civic]

oh wow i didnt know that theres awesome food in the cloverdale curling rink... in fact i live near there :) thanks for the heads up Laundry!

[godwin]

Went today.. the place is very quiet, the rib is really good.. Boonie is the guy that answers the phone! It is a small operations since he is the only chef, but the food is good.

1 side + rack + cornbread is 11.50

They also do take out. 604 309 3438

They have been open for only 2 or so months.

It is about 10 minutes from Port Mann.

That first pic is one hell of an deal sealer. Can you get a view of the curling rink from the eating area?

EDIT: nm about food questions, just checked out the website menu. BTW it says that half rack of ribs, 2 sides, and cornbread is $13.50, not $11.50?

[jlo mein]

Made it out to Cloverdale today for a visit. I was definitley not disappointed. As stated, it's literally just a rink side concession stand with a few tables, but the food is fantastic.

Picture of the front doors to the curling rink.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_5914.jpg

The order counter.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_5899.jpg

Menu.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_5900.jpg

Half rack ribs, mac and cheese, collard greens, and corn bread muffin. The ribs look more appetizing in person, the picture doesn't capture it well.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_5908.jpg

Also tried a cajun jambalaya on rice, with chicken, hot links, and shrimp. This was a daily special, not on their regular menu. It was quite spicy but very good.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_5911.jpg

I also had a great sweet potato pie, no picture.

[Alphamale]

^mmmm....I have the munchies right now.

[bd0n]

looks hella appetizing dont care for fall off the bone ribs, but definately looks like worth a try.

[orange7]

too far.. especially with the price of gas.. but the food:value does look promising...

RS meet there??

[willystyle]

I don't mind driving all the way there, but what else is there to do in that area other than Boonie's?

EDIT: jambalaya and ribs look awesome!

[J32A2-S]

Went on the weekend with my gf
paid 20.75 for a large rib dinner (mac + cheese / potato salad) and boonie burger w/ season fries

Pretty damn cheap for the amount of food you get. We couldn't finish everything...the ribs were good but wouldn't say out of the world good...for the price its really good. Mac and Cheese was alright ...cornbread was really good

We both found the Boonie Burger really good! He told us the Louisiana hot links are really shipped up here from the South~ Gives the burger a lot flavor and a nice kick to it.. + the seasoned fries were excellent! super good!

I will def. return to this place even if it is a bit of a drive for me

[HonestTea]

^ Umm...WEEKEND?! When?!

I thought it's Tues-Friday? O_O!

[jlo mein]

^ Umm...WEEKEND?! When?!

I thought it's Tues-Friday? O_O!

Agreed, I would also like confirmation you went on a weekend. I was planning on going again this friday, but saturday is better if they are indeed open.

[J32A2-S]

sorry
friday night! haha
once i get off work on friday i consider it a weekend :D

[godwin]

They are open this weekend for Cloverdale Rodeo

As I have mentioned earlier in the thread

CALL AHEAD 604 309 3438

Apparently Boonie has got rid of his catering truck and will do this full time.

[murd0c]

thanks for posting this, It's 5mins from my house and I'm going to check it out for sure. Are hot links a sausage?

[jlo mein]

^yes hot links are a sausage.

Just FYI for everyone that I went to Boonie's again today and he's only making one dish while open for the Cloverdale Rodeo (until end of monday). The only thing you can get is 4 ribs, side of potato salad or rice and beans, and a slice of bread for $8.50. No other sides, no burgers, no pulled pork, no desserts, NO CORNBREAD MUFFIN :( .

If you're going to the Rodeo its still one of the best places in the area to eat at, but just letting everyone know that a lot of his good stuff isn't being made this weekend.

Oh BTW: while the Rodeo is on, you can only get to Boonie's through the street side entrance along 176 St. The curling rink is fenced off from the Rodeo, so you either should go to Boonie's first, or you'll have to exit the Rodeo to go there.

[jlo mein]

Made it out to Boonie's again today (I think I'm addicted to this place). I only had a camera phone for the pictures...

Full rack of ribs with collard greens, black eye peas and rice, and cornbread muffin.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/DSC00169.jpg

Boonie burger with seasoned fries.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/DSC00170.jpg

[orange7]

Made it out to Boonie's again today (I think I'm addicted to this place). I only had a camera phone for the pictures...

Full rack of ribs with collard greens, black eye peas and rice, and cornbread muffin.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/DSC00169.jpg

Boonie burger with seasoned fries.

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/DSC00170.jpg

they burger looks small..
but wth, for that price.. it's a deal!

i so gotta go there.. but soo far.. just not worth the travel.. LMAO..
all that way for food only.. i dunno man..

[Laundry]

Me and my friends were all there yesterday, we all had the Boonie Burger, still so good, the sausage makes adds so much to it, plus I love how the inside of the bun is toasted on the grill (with what i believe is butter) gives it a crunch, awesome burger...

[jlo mein]

they burger looks small..
but wth, for that price.. it's a deal!


The burger is not small. Its all perspective of the camera, the fries being closer to the lens. If you see it in person you will realize its a huge burger, too big for me to bite into. Laundry's burger pic at the top of the thread is a better indicator as to the size of the burger.

[Jermyzy]

That burger looks delicious, next time I'm working in the area, I'm definitely trying that

[murd0c]

the patties don't look all the good on the burger? has anyone tried the wings yet? I'm thinking they would be real good.

[Slif]

Finally went over there today - unfortunately the pulled pork sandwich was out :(

I tried the hamburger and it is indeed big -- but nothing particularly memorable (there are better burgers out there, and there are certainly MUCH worst burgers out there) - BUT for $6 is an amazing deal for the amount of good food you get

the cornbread was just okay - a little too sweet, and I like my cornbread more "crumbly" and buttery
mac and cheese was good, but seriously - how do you screw that up?

now the ribs on the other hand - MIND F*CKINGLY AWESOME. the smokiness from them hits you immediately and it just sticks with you for the rest of the day - I'm definitely going back for those suckers - and next time, the pulled pork as well

[jlo mein]

I'm definitely going back for those suckers - and next time, the pulled pork as well

For the real soul food experience get both black eye peas and collard greens....mmm.

[Slif]

i don't beans and collared greens are generally too overcooked for me

[WhiteVitz]

I am so going!!!! Anything else worthy to do around that area? It takes about 40 minutes for me to drive there according to mapquest.

[AX.Deadpool]

Wow.. Those Fries Look amazing... anything else to do besides just eatings? if so, i may have to check it out...

[jlo mein]

Wow.. Those Fries Look amazing... anything else to do besides just eatings? if so, i may have to check it out...

The seasoned fries have a little kick, but are also quite salty. Nearby you can go to the horse track or small casino...

[misteranswer]

You can eat there and then head over to the drive in theater.

[hal0g0dv2]

the fries look so good yummmm

[AppleSugary]

Here are some suggestions if you guys are wondering about THINGS TO DO near that restaurant.

http://www.city.langley.bc.ca/_pdf/TourismGuide06_COL.pdf

HAVE FUN.

[jlo mein]

Boonie's BBQ is in Cloverdale. Anything in Langley isn't really close by. It would be just as easy to eat at Boonie's then go hang out at the beach in White Rock or something.

[Girl]

This was featured in the Province today. Time to go check it out!

[jlo mein]

This was featured in the Province today. Time to go check it out!

Just read it online, very cool! (not the vasectomy part).:p

Boonie's BBQ review in The Province (http://www.canada.com/theprovince/story.html?id=69f25cd5-c3d7-4ba0-892f-b1bf8ff3fb37)

[Slif]

This was featured in the Province today. Time to go check it out!

like our raving over his food wasn't enough? tsk tsk :)

[Girl]

like our raving over his food wasn't enough? tsk tsk :)

Only because you guys didn't use words like "seduce," "slobber," "shlepped," and "vesectomy." :P

[Girl]

I am so going!!!! Anything else worthy to do around that area? It takes about 40 minutes for me to drive there according to mapquest.

Hmm well since you ARE at the curling rink...I dunno....pole dancing? :D

Call up Lomac and his band of midgets and paint the town red. Or RS Surrey Beat Down Crew. Tipping cows is always an option as well.

[jlo mein]

Went out to Boonie's again today...can't get enough lol. My new favourite menu item: Pulled Pork Sandwich. It's unbelievable...the best pulled pork I've ever had. It was sold out one night I went there previously, and now I understand why. Go have one. Now. Seriously.

The fantastic pulled pork sandwich (with an added cornbread)
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_6265.jpg

gf and I shared a full rack of ribs (the second half rack is hidden underneath), potato salad, black eye peas and rice, and cornbread
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_6257.jpg

Boonie had some really good mini peach cobblers, sized right for 1 or 2 people.
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_6278.jpg

My gf called in a week ahead of time and asked Boonie if she could buy a full size sweet potato pie for my birthday, glorious!
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_6276.jpg

[HonestTea]

^ DAMN....that all looks so good...fuck..I wanna go so badly but he doesn't open fri/sat/sun/mon :(

AND you're hella addicted to this place.. LOL

[jlo mein]

Boonie's is open Tues-Fri 4PM-9PM. Definitely open friday nights.

[murd0c]

So I finally got back, and OMFGBBQ this place is money.

Went with Sue and my dad, both of them got the pulled pork sandwich with seasond fries. and I got the hot links sandwich with corn bread and WOW the foods good. I'm a wing guy so hard to start off with some honeyed hot wings (some of the best I had) were waiting for are food and they brough us each 2 ribs to try(WOW smoked and pulled right off the bone) The pulled pork was great the buns are so fresh and melted in your mouth.


Lets just say I'm going back for sure, Boonie came out talked to us like he does with all his customers saying how hes brining new food from new Orleans such as Gumbo cat fish (had some in Oregon and it's good)

But for sure if u like good food check this place out (had to pic up some peacan and sweet potato pie for later)

[Durrann1984]

anyone go there lately?

someone mentioned he was going to open everyday or something?
everyones raving about this
food

[JLC]

man....all you guys talkin about this place as well as that article in the province is making this so tempting!! but frigin Cloverdale...very far from me as I live and work downtown...

That and the lady doesnt usually get off work till 7:30...so would be tough to make it down there anyways...

some odd hours for this guy Boonie though..4-9 only 4 days a week? dang...

[quasi]

I keep coming back to this thread and I keep meaning to go. Like seriously I have no excuse I live just over a 5 minute drive away but I haven't made the time. This week I will make an effort to go.

Edit: I plan on taking my son on Wednesday night.

[willystyle]

man....all you guys talkin about this place as well as that article in the province is making this so tempting!! but frigin Cloverdale...very far from me as I live and work downtown...

That and the lady doesnt usually get off work till 7:30...so would be tough to make it down there anyways...

some odd hours for this guy Boonie though..4-9 only 4 days a week? dang...
They have changed their days and hours. Check out their website.

[hal0g0dv2]

w0w this guy seems really nice and dedicated to his customers
food looks really good

[HonestTea]

I tried it like a month ago and it was pretty good!

Very filling and you get your money's worth..as opposed to say...Tony Romas where it's mostly all bones with very little meat and the sides is good(two mac n cheese is overkill thought)

[quasi]

I finally went tonight. I thought it was good for the price I will go back.

[hal0g0dv2]

was in this neighbor hood and i did not go shit forgot to go

[Slif]

AWESOME! he's open for lunch! YES!

he said he would try to open earlier once his kids were out of school

time to visit again

[Liquid_o2]

damn I should really start checkin this section out more often... didn't see this thread until now and I live only 7 minutes away. Will be going there next week for sure. Too bad he's not open on weekends or I would be there tomorrow.

[jlo mein]

Just took some friends there again today, still great. Pulled pork sandwich, ribs, black eye peas, cornbread, peach cobbler, pecan pie, sweet potato pie...I ATE IT ALL AND IT WAS GOOD.

lol now I feel really, really full. I think I've done all I can to convince Revsceners to go there. If you're still just staring at my pictures on your screen, go there....seriously.

[B-nAnA]

the cornbread is well worth the trip...and the pulled pork sandwich

mmm the peach cobbler was also good for dessert

[Liquid_o2]

Went there last night with a friend. I had the pulled pork sandwich, it was unbelievable and so big. The pork was so tender and slathered in BBQ sauce. Cornbread muffin was also fantastic.
Had the Sweet Potato pie even though I was full, really creamy and smooth filling, the crust was nice and flaky.
My friend had the ribs, he said they were fantastic. Collared greens were good too.

He was saying that later on this year he will be making gumbo's, jambalaya's, and having a crab night possibly mmmmmm.

All in all I will be back there soon.

[Jason00S2000]

I hit it up with some friends the other day, and I must say, it is the best BBQ in Vancouver hands down!

In fact, I think these are the best ribs I have EVER had. The pecan pies was amazing too.

I sampled almost everything in the place and liked everything. The fries! Holy shit they are good. The hot links! Holy shit.

I will go back as soon as I have time. Delicious food. Absolutely the best BBQ in the lower mainland.

[Durrann1984]

went there a couple of days with gf

i only tried the ribs , bbq pulled pork sandwich
seasoned fries
cornbread and macroni

everything was delicious

i may have over hyped myself too much
the ribs were delicious ..but i havent had too much ribs at other restaurants to compare
i mean they werent nothing out of the ordinarybut it was one of the best ribs i've had
i'd go back for more

very addicting

the bbq pulled pork was BURSTING with flavors got dayaam!
try that
the fries were good too...well seasoned

macroni was great.. busting with cheese
melted cheese

the cobler was alright..
its a nice little treat
but
could be better

u guys shud try it out for sure

[OffSea]

What IS soul food, btw?

[Razgriz]

The fries look really good...and ribs....*drool*

[Death2Theft]

Remember to bring whitegirls for boonies he loves them!

[hotong]

was in this neighbor hood and i did not go shit forgot to go



same thing happend to me deffinatley gotta try this place next month.

[Liquid_o2]

Went there last night again, had the Boonie burger and fries. It was pretty good, maybe a little too much meat for my liking. I liked the Pulled Pork sandwich better. Had the pecan pie, that was solid.

[godwin]

The only quibble I had with the cobbler is the peaches were from a can.. other than that it was pretty good.

[2damaxmr2]

opening hour is tues-fri 4pm-9pm ? or did they changed it

[Liquid_o2]

He's open earlier now I believe... Tues-Fri 11am till 9pm i think now.

[Shun Izaki]

fuck that's it.

I'm so going there.

Who wants to organize a boonies meet? XD

[2damaxmr2]

man i am starving right now.

[jlo mein]

Haven't had my Boonie's fix in a while. I went all out and ate the pulled pork sandwich, smoked ribs, collared greens, and cornbread. My problem is that I find both the pulled pork and ribs so good, that I can't bring myself to visit Boonie's and not have each of them in one sitting. :p I also took home a peach cobbler and pecan pie.

Pictured below is the mini pecan pie (pics of other stuff already plastered through this thread).

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m204/jlomein/Boonies/IMG_6591.jpg

[Durrann1984]

how are the peach cobbblers and pecan pie?

[Vansterdam]

i been wanting to go to boonies for the longest time. but dam its so far from where i am

[KingDeeCee]

God damn, I wish I could go, but no car + so far.

[carisear]

wtf...just get on the trans-canada hwy and turn off onto 176th st

it's not THAT far of a drive


... from where i live, it takes 45 mins to get to port mann bridge -- and someone said it takes 15 mins from there -- yes, 1hr of driving *IS* fucking far to go for a concession stand food fix ...

[quasi]

I take my son skating every Wednesday night at the rink next to Boonies which makes not going almost impossible. The pulled pork is better then the ribs IMO.

[jlo mein]

Boonie's BBQ and Soul Food is closing! Last day they're open is Friday April 3 from 3PM-9PM.


Last chance for Boonies BBQ & Soul Food!

... for a couple of months anyway... We are excited to announce that we are in negotiations to start up a REAL restaurant!

Planned completion is June 2009 - we will be posting more details as they become available.

Ribs in a Curling Rink? Who would have thought that was even possible ...and here we are just over a year later with many regular customers and loads of excellent reviews!

In the meantime, 5 Star Catering, whose catering facilities burned down a couple of weeks ago, has made us an offer for our space at the Curling Rink. We are truly sorry for the late notice but this Friday night will be our LAST night at the Curling Rink. It's been a LOT of hard work juggling both the curlers and restaurant customers, but we're glad we gave it a try and are looking forward to being able to focus solely on the restaurant customers in the future.

Try one of these options to stay in the loop:

Watch the Restaurant page on the website - www.boonies.ca
Join the mailing list on our website Contact Us page
Join our Facebook Group: Boonie's BBQ & Soul Food
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/BooniesBBQ
Plans are also in the works for Boonie's specialty food line: Hot Links, Cornbread Mix, BBQ Spice Rub... and more!


Thank You for Being Part of Our Success! I'll be back!

Boonie Sanders

[K-Dub]

Mother fucker!!!! I want that burger so bad.

[Liquid_o2]

Noooo... and I won't even be able to make it tonight for one more pulled pork sandwich. Hopefully they re-open in June somewhere, it will be a shame if they don't.

[murd0c]

FUCK I'm pissed

[HonestTea]

FUCK

SUCH LATE NOTICE :(

[willystyle]

Their RIBS are like crack to me.... *DROOLZ*

[jlo mein]

FUCK

SUCH LATE NOTICE :(

I know I just received the email from his mailing list last night. I'm going to try to make the trek out tonight, hopefully he still has some food left when I get there. From his latest tweet on twitter it sounds like theres limited food and a lot of people stopping by.

[JulyZerg]

^ OH NOEZZZ

whats his twitter?

[Laundry]

Insider Info (not really, just talk to Boonie and he'll talk all day)

The new Boonie's looks like its gonna be in Walnut Grove, so just a quick exit off the Langley exit, he also wants to have a Jazz band playing in his new place and a ton of other stuff...

And man I need to get some ribs tonight, cause waiting til June gonna suck...

[HonestTea]

Just went and food was FANTASTIC!

The cashier(Not boonies) gave me a free sweet potato pie, REALLY nice guy! hahaha and helped me change the channel to Cavs vs ORL game.

[orange7]

omg.. i still haven't found the time and effort to make it all the way down there to try out the food..

as;fdjs;gljs;ga

[DragonChi]

^ ME TOO!!!
FACK, now i gotta wait till summer!

[Vansterdam]

dam i wanted to try everything gotta wait

[bd0n]

So finally some news!

Our offer on a restaurant in Maple Ridge has been accepted! Completion date is scheduled for September 15th and with luck we should be open by the end of September.

horay!

[Jermyzy]

Hooray! But MR?! Cloverdal was closer :p

[Liquid_o2]

Maple Ridge wtfffff

I used to live 5 minutes away from Boonies. Now I have to pay a toll to get there. The chances of myself going there often are slim to none.

I know rent is probably cheaper out there then it is in Surrey, but I think he is making a bad move going to Maple Ridge. His trade area has just shrunk DRAMATICALLY.

Maple Ridge has a population of approx 70k, while Pitt Meadows is a tad shy of 20k I believe. Add in the other small un-incorporated communities in the area, and you are looking at probably 100k people for a trade area.

Now look at Surrey, which has over 400k in population alone, and add Langley and Delta into the mix and you are well over half a million people.

He is probably banking on the fanbase he created from his Cloverdale location, but for most families that went there (and when I went there there were always quite a few), it is not economical to drive 30 minutes while paying a toll to eat at Boonies. There is only a certain distance people are willing to drive for a meal on a consistent basis.

He will still do OK, because his food is quality, and will serve the Maple Ridge area well, but he is missing out on larger markets by moving farther out.

I'll try to make my way down to his restaurant once, because that pulled pork was heavenly.

Edit: The price of commercial space has come down significantly all over the Lower Mainland, especially south of the Fraser, so I am also confused why he left the Surrey area which was more central to Richmond, Delta and Vancouver customers.

[Death2Theft]

Yeah well maybe that lazy bastard can now rock regular hours.

[willystyle]

Yeah, Maple Ridge? forget it!

[Expresso]

Yeah, Maple Ridge? forget it!


lol! Cloverdale wasn't a walk in the park either!

[jlo mein]

You beat me to it, I was going to post a new thread when his restaurant actually opens lol. I do agree that Maple Ridge seems to be a poor location. Boonie makes great food but I'm not sure of his business sense. I mean, opening a soul food restaurant at a Cloverdale curling rink? Now a Maple Ridge location? Boonies could be a huge hit in the Vancouver area with the right business knowledge and marketing. Look how popular Memphis Blues is with their crap BBQ!

[willystyle]

Memphis Blues is GROSS. Please don't draw comparisons with Boonies to that AGAIN.

[Obsideon]

Ok nevermind this was an old thread I'm stupid :)
So they are opening in MR now? I never heard of this place, should try it sometime. I hope they change the business hours or else I'll never be able to try it :(

[2damaxmr2]

i will try it when i head out to the range.

[Durrann1984]

Memphis Blues is GROSS. Please don't draw comparisons with Boonies to that AGAIN.

whether u like it or not
its probably making more money than u
ohhhhhh snaapp

haha

[willystyle]

^ Sensitive much? Sounds like someone works there and hates their job.

[TheSalesman]

boonies > memphis x10
i live in east van and drove out to boonies 3 times for the ribs, burger and pulled pork. But then they closed.

[Vansterdam]

i had a dream last night wherei was taking the bridge over to maple ridge headng to boonies LOL

[murd0c]

nice thats close to my work, hopefully they are open for lunch

[quasi]

boonies > memphis x10
i live in east van and drove out to boonies 3 times for the ribs, burger and pulled pork. But then they closed.

Ya, I never really understood the hype about MB. I was only there once but I didn't think it was anything special at all, worse then that it wasn't even decent it was blah.

[hal0g0dv2]

i had a dream last night wherei was taking the bridge over to maple ridge headng to boonies LOL

sounds like a good dream

[Durrann1984]

^ Sensitive much? Sounds like someone works there and hates their job.

hmm well i dont work there

i just mean the owners are earning shitloads cuz ppl still eat there

[Alphamale]

hmm well i dont work there

i just mean the owners are earning shitloads cuz ppl still eat there

Although I'm guilty of being a patron to their services (twice!), I think people who eat their are either there for a)novelty b)craving c)fucking idiots.

Most people are there for c) if they think MB is good shit.

[bd0n]

http://www.boonies.ca/restaurant.htm

hope this one pulls through this time, its allmost been a freaking year!

[JulyZerg]

Langley again...gay :(

[jlo mein]

http://www.boonies.ca/restaurant.htm

hope this one pulls through this time, its allmost been a freaking year!

FUCK...I hate how they always lead you on with false dates. A couple weeks ago he posted this info on his facebook page, along with saying a late January unofficial opening and official February opening. From his website update it sounds like he still has tons of work to do and won't open anytime soon.

I NEED BOONIES lol.

[Laundry]

I hang out with people in Langley pretty often so this would be good news for me... but jesus, its been too long... Boonies Burger, Seasoned Fries, Pulled Pork, Small Dinner... its been too long...

[bd0n]

"The lease is signed and financing is complete. We are just waiting for washrooms which were apparently overlooked when building the restaurant! Hopefully they will be in place this week or next and we can move in and start this up!

We will be located in the Quality Inn & Suites in Langley - it's a brand new hotel on 201 Street at the back of the Home Depot Parking lot. We'll have about a 30 seat restaurant as well as an 80 seat banquet room at the hotel, and of course take out.

Don't look for us yet! We need washrooms before we can get our business licence! Just a few more weeks people but we'll let you know as soon as you can come in."

anyone wanna drive by and give me an update? :)

[orange7]

i'm hungry now :cry:

[quasi]

"The lease is signed and financing is complete. We are just waiting for washrooms which were apparently overlooked when building the restaurant! Hopefully they will be in place this week or next and we can move in and start this up!

We will be located in the Quality Inn & Suites in Langley - it's a brand new hotel on 201 Street at the back of the Home Depot Parking lot. We'll have about a 30 seat restaurant as well as an 80 seat banquet room at the hotel, and of course take out.

Don't look for us yet! We need washrooms before we can get our business licence! Just a few more weeks people but we'll let you know as soon as you can come in."

anyone wanna drive by and give me an update? :)

Three minute drive from my house, can't wait till it's open.

[Liquid_o2]

I can't wait for this. He better be serious this time around.

[jlo mein]

"The lease is signed and financing is complete. We are just waiting for washrooms which were apparently overlooked when building the restaurant! Hopefully they will be in place this week or next and we can move in and start this up!

We will be located in the Quality Inn & Suites in Langley - it's a brand new hotel on 201 Street at the back of the Home Depot Parking lot. We'll have about a 30 seat restaurant as well as an 80 seat banquet room at the hotel, and of course take out.

Don't look for us yet! We need washrooms before we can get our business licence! Just a few more weeks people but we'll let you know as soon as you can come in."

anyone wanna drive by and give me an update? :)

FUUUUUUUUUUU...I was hoping to go there out in Langley for Valentine's Day to avoid driving into Vancouver during the Olympics. Now it sounds like they aren't opening until late February at the earliest.

[Durrann]

hes gonna be serving a lot more ppl than when he was at the curling rink

hope the quality that he pumps out is still the same.

[Laundry]

"The lease is signed and financing is complete. We are just waiting for washrooms which were apparently overlooked when building the restaurant! Hopefully they will be in place this week or next and we can move in and start this up!

We will be located in the Quality Inn & Suites in Langley - it's a brand new hotel on 201 Street at the back of the Home Depot Parking lot. We'll have about a 30 seat restaurant as well as an 80 seat banquet room at the hotel, and of course take out.

Don't look for us yet! We need washrooms before we can get our business licence! Just a few more weeks people but we'll let you know as soon as you can come in."

anyone wanna drive by and give me an update? :)


I just checked the website and it doesn't say much of that, where'd you get the info from?

edit: Just saw the facebook page, my friend lives like right near there, he's gonna be estatic...

[StealthFighter]

i will venture out to langley to try this. i love soul/southern cooking

[Liquid_o2]

30 seats isn't that much for a restaurant. If you have 4 seats per table, that is less than 10 tables for the entire place.

Can't wait to get some more pulled pork, it was absolutely amazing.

[bd0n]

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#!/group.php?gid=18561520944&ref=ts

couple more weeks!

friends have told me that their open, someone needs to help me out and check lol

[jlo mein]

I'm pretty sad...I've been checking their facebook page and website every week for the past two months lol.

[Liquid_o2]

I'm pretty sad...I've been checking their facebook page and website every week for the past two months lol.

haha same here :(

Maybe I'll take a drive out on Saturday if I have time and see whats going on.

[Amuse]

Nice, closer than Cloverdale. Just by Willowbrook.

[bd0n]

ehem :)

Tina Sanders Ok, this Saturday May 1st is the day! Soft opening - we are not announcing it anywhere but here and the mailing list. No alcohol yet as the liquor licence takes time and we will have the official grand opening once we get that. It's been a year so go easy on us - all new staff and I'm sure we are going to have some... kinks to work out!! We are open from 11am-9pm every day beginning May 1st. See you there!!

and your welcome :)

[quasi]

Wicked, I know where I'm getting my food when we watch the game Saturday.

[Mugen EvOlutioN]

sweet finally something has been promised

[HonestTea]

YESSSSSS! I hope the quality is still the same, if not better! :D

[Liquid_o2]

FINALLY.
I've been craving for a good pulled pork sandwich for a while now. I wonder what new dishes he will have on the menu?

[jlo mein]

ehem :)

Tina Sanders Ok, this Saturday May 1st is the day! Soft opening

FUUUUUUUUUU!!!! The day I decide to get tickets to a Seattle Mariners game is the day the Canucks start round two AND Boonies opens! :(

[orange7]

PLEASE post some pics and reviews tomorrow! If the quality is the same or better I think I will give it a try for the first time.

Also pics of the place would be nice. :thumbsup:

tia

[orange7]

^
nvm..

just realized it's still ~40km (one way) drive for me. wayyy too far for just some food. lol.

[murd0c]

PLEASE post some pics and reviews tomorrow! If the quality is the same or better I think I will give it a try for the first time.

Also pics of the place would be nice. :thumbsup:

tia

going there for lunch, will take some cell pics of everything for everyone w00t, fuck the wait has been way too long.

[Durrann]

going there for lunch, will take some cell pics of everything for everyone w00t, fuck the wait has been way too long.

i honestly can say i cant wait to see your pics
and your reviews haha

[murd0c]

I'm not really good with the reviews side of thing but I will try my best. I'm pretty excited I must say lol

[CorneringArtist]

I should check this out sometime. Mothers day is coming up and Ma is trying to decide where to eat.

[murd0c]

Guess where I am right now? Boonies w000000000000t

Lunch menu is small right now but its only been open for 3 hrs, nice place not all to big. They have breakfest as well 7am-10am which is kinda cool. I got the ribs and the g/f got the pulled pork sandwich. Just waiting for the food and can't wait. And yes I took some crappy as pics of the menu with my phone.
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[murd0c]

Boonie was just saying how the next couple of months are going to be so rough for him. He's not used to doing breakfest so right now he's up at 5am and getting home at 11pm.
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[quasi]

Nice, going before the Canucks game. I think I like the pulled pork even more then the ribs.

[orange7]

Guess where I am right now? Boonies w000000000000t

Lunch menu is small right now but its only been open for 3 hrs, nice place not all to big. They have breakfest as well 7am-10am which is kinda cool. I got the ribs and the g/f got the pulled pork sandwich. Just waiting for the food and can't wait. And yes I took some crappy as pics of the menu with my phone.
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what's on the menu and what's the price? :confused:

[Durrann]

Boonie was just saying how the next couple of months are going to be so rough for him. He's not used to doing breakfest so right now he's up at 5am and getting home at 11pm.
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oh damn i wonder if it was his choice to do breakfast

[murd0c]

I have a copy of the menu so I will posy it up when I get home
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[orange7]

^
thanks:thumbsup:

[murd0c]

alright I just got back. It's in a whole lot better location now that's for sure. As said it's in the Quality Inn hotel basically the back of the Home Depot parking lot. I should of taken a pic but didn't think of it.

The restaurant is not all that big you can see the open kitchen when you first get in. You can tell there's going to be a nice patio in the summer which will be perfect. I didn't take a shot of all the tables since a bunch of other people were eating and I was too pussy :haha:

The father inlaw served me and laughed because I was his first customer and you can tell he never served a day in his life so far lol

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/383/frontha.jpg (http://img408.imageshack.us/i/frontha.jpg/)

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/8324/fromtable.jpg (http://img52.imageshack.us/i/fromtable.jpg/)

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7412/patiovi.jpg (http://img34.imageshack.us/i/patiovi.jpg/)


Now onto the food, I got the Rib's which comes with your choice of a side and cornbread for $16.95.

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/3255/1272751228037.jpg (http://img514.imageshack.us/i/1272751228037.jpg/)

http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/2550/cornbread.jpg (http://img228.imageshack.us/i/cornbread.jpg/)


I of course had really high expectations since it's boonies and the food at the curling rink was beyond unbelievable but sad to say I was highly disappointed. The ribs were not really tender and I was not feeling the sauce he used on it. The fries were very tasty but Boonie doesn't have the seasoning made up yet since he has been working 24/7 to get it up and running. The corn bread was straight up money, so so good. He even gave me 2 extra to bring home to eat later.

The g/f got the pulled pork sandwich with fries for $9.95.

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/659/pulledpork.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/i/pulledpork.jpg/)

Other then mustard being on the sandwich(which shes not a fan) she really liked it with the sauce they had but really not overly impressed.



Now this review being said don't really take it to heart. The menu's were not basicly made(photocopied for now) until 1030am and they have a whole lot more to do to get it top notch boonies we are used to. I would really give it a month rather then me going there 3hrs after being opened like I did and getting disappointed. Being a family business and everything being homemade it will take a bit to really get used to the new location and the different options that are on the menu.

Boonie even said that he has never done a breakfast before so on that side of things it's all new to him. He does have lots of plans tho and can't wait to go back when they have everything running smoothly

[murd0c]

Now on to the menu, Like I said they don't have it made up yet and i'm sure changes will be made. Nice of the father in-law to give me a copy of it so I could show you guys everything.

http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/4741/13771244.jpg (http://img406.imageshack.us/i/13771244.jpg/)

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/3570/45606337.jpg (http://img718.imageshack.us/i/45606337.jpg/)

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/307/11423022.jpg (http://img200.imageshack.us/i/11423022.jpg/)

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/4329/48772054.jpg (http://img191.imageshack.us/i/48772054.jpg/)

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/5788/21975242.jpg (http://img200.imageshack.us/i/21975242.jpg/)

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/374/84700532.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/84700532.jpg/)

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1717/55964147.jpg (http://img34.imageshack.us/i/55964147.jpg/)

http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/6891/42392420.jpg (http://img688.imageshack.us/i/42392420.jpg/)

[Amuse]

^
Thanks for the pics. Nice to know the prices and options before making the trip.

[quasi]

The g/f got the pulled pork sandwich with fries for $9.95.

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/659/pulledpork.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/i/pulledpork.jpg/)

Other then mustard being on the sandwich(which shes not a fan) she really liked it with the sauce they had but really not overly impressed.



LOL, funny my brother in law and I both had that and we both said the samething about the mustard. I like mustard but it doesn`t belong on that sandwich, don`t think it used to be on it either. The restaurant is actually nicer then I thought it would be. Can`t wait to go back once it`s been open for a while and all the bugs are out.

[HonestTea]

Does anyone remember if the prices are a little higher or have they stayed the same?

[willystyle]

little higher now..

[orange7]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2173/2332647782_f238cd323a_o.jpg

Ribs were awesome, tender, almost fall off the bone(better that way), BBQ sauce was good, Mac n cheese was good, cornbread muffin was awesome. Cost: $11.50


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2015/2365037433_3bf4e4f3a6_o.jpg

It was called the Boonie Burger, the burger was pretty much one of the best burgers I've ever had, yes its 2 patties, cheese, Louisiana Hot Links. The seasoned fries were amazing, it literally tasted like ketchup chips when dipped in the ketchup, once again I got a cornbread muffin cause its just awesome. Cost: $8.50






Now onto the food, I got the Rib's which comes with your choice of a side and cornbread for $16.95.

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/3255/1272751228037.jpg (http://img514.imageshack.us/i/1272751228037.jpg/)

http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/2550/cornbread.jpg (http://img228.imageshack.us/i/cornbread.jpg/)


The g/f got the pulled pork sandwich with fries for $9.95.

http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/659/pulledpork.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/i/pulledpork.jpg/)



I say... give them a little more time before visiting them. I think their first batch of food was rushed and not fully prepared like the way they wanted to. Ex. fries missing the season

[murd0c]

I say... give them a little more time before visiting them. I think their first batch of food was rushed and not fully prepared like the way they wanted to. Ex. fries missing the season

didn't I already say that?

[orange7]

didn't I already say that?

lol.. my bad.
I didn't read everything you wrote. :haha:



now we just need someone to be our guinea pig. Someone who lives close to Boonies and can go there once every week.

hhmmmmm.....

[quasi]

lol.. my bad.
I didn't read everything you wrote. :haha:



now we just need someone to be our guinea pig. Someone who lives close to Boonies and can go there once every week.

hhmmmmm.....

Probably going to be my pre Cauncks game food again tomorrow. If they keep winning I might have to just keep doing it. :) It's about a 4 min drive from my house with traffic so hard to resist.

[orange7]

Probably going to be my pre Cauncks game food again tomorrow. If they keep winning I might have to just keep doing it. :) It's about a 4 min drive from my house with traffic so hard to resist.

good.. keep going there and post updates on their food (ex. let us know when they have the seasoning ready for the fries.)

[J32A2-S]

good.. keep going there and post updates on their food (ex. let us know when they have the seasoning ready for the fries.)

I can confirm they have season fries now

I was there last wednesday for lunch and got it with my pull pork sandwich~

[Liquid_o2]

I was there yesterday for lunch and yes they have seasoning for the fries, but it seemed different than before?? I wasn't a big fan of the fries, but my friend liked em a lot so I guess to each their own.

Pulled pork sandwiches were really good though. Tender pork, and I personally like the mustard on it, but I love mustard :D

I want to go back soon and try the jambalaya.

[J32A2-S]

i think they changed the menu a bit ...first time i went there was no jambalaya..today i went again for lunch and it was on the menu along with a pasta

Glad I tried it...it was really good!

comes with cornbread for $13.95...a bit pricey for a quick lunch but oh wellz...well worth it!

[HonestTea]

Hows the quality so far guys? Still more kinks to work out?

[jlo mein]

I heard that they're planning to officially open sometime in June, and they will also have a liquor license with their official open. Expect tweaks and small changes until then.

[Liquid_o2]

i think they changed the menu a bit ...first time i went there was no jambalaya..today i went again for lunch and it was on the menu along with a pasta

Glad I tried it...it was really good!

comes with cornbread for $13.95...a bit pricey for a quick lunch but oh wellz...well worth it!

Good to hear the jambalaya is worth trying. It sounds pretty tasty. What kind of pasta did they have??

[J32A2-S]

Good to hear the jambalaya is worth trying. It sounds pretty tasty. What kind of pasta did they have??

hmm cant remember

I only knew about it cuz the waitress pointed out that the pasta is the only entree not available at the time i was there

[q0192837465]

I wanted to go try Boonies, but google map came up 4 results for that address. Can someone tell me where exactly it is?

[Liquid_o2]

6465 201 Street.

Go into the Home Depot parking lot and look for the Quality Inn. Boonies is inside the Quality Inn.

[q0192837465]

went there this wkend. Their pulled pork sandwich did not disappoint. My gf wanted to try to Gumbo but unfortunately they took it down. She got the jambalaya instead. Little too hot for my taste but it was great nonetheless.

[Hehe]

Went to try it today.

It did not disappoint! The pulled pork burger was awesome, and the ribs falls right off the bone!!! The seasoned fries was very very good too. I finished almost all of it. :D

Only down was it did not have liquor license yet so no beer. The ribs would have been incredible with some cold beer.

Got to talk a bit with the owner and he said they should be getting the liquor license in a week or so. Plus, they are putting live Jazz bands every saturday in the patio with some outdoor T-BONE STEAK!!! Really looking forward for the steak. Will definitely go again if I am down to Langley.

[HonestTea]

Can't wait to visit this place again in the next few weeks :D

Edit: I'm not sure if anyone is having trouble googling it but I was and I got some weird ass location from googling 6465 201 Street. so I googled this instead 6470 201 St, Langley, BC V2Y, Canada and It got me around Home Depot.

[quasi]

I've been here about 4 times since it reopened and it hasn't really disappointed. Good food and good prices.

[bcrdukes]

Alright, so I just got back from Boonies after doing some work with the Abbotsford Police.

My co-worker and I ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich with seasoned fries and a half-rack of ribs both to share. For sides, we went for the macaroni and cheese and red beans and rice. The pulled pork had just the right amount of sauce, not making it too dry nor too sloppy and it locked in the flavour just right. Seasoned fries were great. Ribs fell right off the bone. Mac'n'cheese was awesome and so were the red beans'n'rice. We were both stuffed.

Overall, it was as good as people claimed it to be. One downside was that we were expecting the food to be a little hotter, however, we did take our time so perhaps the food cooled down. Not to mention, we went during lunch and it was pretty dead. I would definitely go back to try the Boonie burger next time. Oh, and the corned bread was delicious! Have a look! :)

http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/boonies1.jpg
http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/boonies2.jpg
http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/boonies3.jpg

[red_2]

^ that looks delicious!!!!!!!!

[bcrdukes]

I noticed that the ribs look different compared to what pictures from the original first post. :confused:

[syee]

I noticed that the ribs look different compared to what pictures from the original first post. :confused:

I think that may have just been a problem with the white balance in the picture.

Enough geek talk. I've got an itch to get some BBQ! I definitely need to head out there an try it out. I haven't been too impressed with Memphis Blues on Broadway, and I've been spoiled by the good BBQ they have out in Colorado.

[quasi]

I was never a fan of Memphis Blues but speaking of that place. They are opening another location a 5 minute drive from Boonies new location on Fraser Hwy near the Price Smart. There is also a Vera's burgers going in the same parking lot. It's nice to finally have some choices out in the boonies. :)

[Alphamale]

^I've never been to Boonies but I wouldn't necessarily consider Memphis Blues an alternative, lol. That place is junk, people who ride MB's cock are losers who can't taste shit from piss.

[HonestTea]

I just went to Boonies new location and let me tell you..I was quite disappointed since I went to his old location(Curling rink) about 4x and each time has been quite good and their was pretty much no complains from me, so after waiting a month after their opening, I decided to head down to their new location. I ordered the Full-Rack ribs and Pulled Pork sandwich with Macaroni and Cheese and Seasoned fries.

First with the pulled pork, this sandwich was pretty good, not as good as before but it hit the spot perfectly, a little too saucy but that's just my opinion. The seasoned fries was good as well. Onto the bad, the BBQ sauce for the ribs was weird tasting, it didn't taste like their normal BBQ sauce and it had a weird after-taste. The meat inside was bland and tasteless as well. The up side of the ribs was that, the meat was really tender and definitely fall-off the bones.

8/10 for Pulled Pork
3/10 for Ribs

[bcrdukes]

^
Ouch.

Should e-mail Boonie. He takes criticism and feedback very well.

[Manic!]

Do they do takeout?

[bcrdukes]

Yes! :)

[CorneringArtist]

Anyone join the facebook group and just got the message that Boonies is CLOSED?

For anyone not in the group:

Our customers came from all over the lower mainland and our family worked hard to create a welcoming place with great food, great music and a family atmosphere. It is with great sadness that we announce we have ceased operations as of Wednesday, October 20th, ,2010.

Opening a restaurant and serving his granny’s recipes had always been a dream of Boonie’s. In 2008 he was offered a contract to run the concession and catering inside the Cloverdale Curling Rink. While there he decided to run it as a small restaurant to see how people liked the food. Running at odd hours and days due to catering requirements for the curling club, Boonie still gathered a great number of loyal followers while operating out of that unlikely location. With the contract coming to an end he decided to start the search for a new location. Finding a location for an independent restaurant in this world of chains proved to be harder than anticipated and we were unable to open again until this year.

We had finally found a location in an area of Langley that we really liked, and it was close to home. Another odd location – inside a hotel – but since we were able to run in the curling rink the location wasn’t a big concern. Unfortunately the hotel owners had building permit issues with the restaurant space and the opening was delayed for about 4 months past the original move in date, putting everything on hold. Since opening in May, Boonie’s Southern Soul has proven to be a popular place with loyal customers, gathering more supporters every day and was even scheduled to be featured on a food network show in early spring.

Unfortunately we have been forced out of our current location. We are reviewing legal options but at this time have no plans to reopen as it is not easy to find another spot. Boonie is still available as a personal chef and caterer however, and welcomes any contact. He can be reached by email at the link below.

Boonie is heartbroken over the closure. We sincerely appreciate your support over these past few years and will miss serving you!

Fuck, and I didn't even get to go and try it!

[bd0n]

just got that msg, my food heart is shattered...

[truth]

beat me to it. :( quite devastated about this news.

[bcrdukes]

Oh man. This is how I feel right now.

http://www.trianglecafe.ca/misc/fuuu.jpg

[Durrann]

That's sad damn
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[Culverin]

Next RS mini meet = Catered BBQ? :D

For BBQ, Burgers Etc. >> Memphis
I'm not sure where else in the city I can get decent BBQ.

I was down in the states in last month, and I had WAY better BBQ than both Memphis and Burgers Etc. put together.
A freaking CHAIN restaurant.

So now I'm curious how much better it gets.

[Great68]

Does anyone know if Boonies' meat is smoked, or braised?

[TekDragon]

I was never a fan of Memphis Blues but speaking of that place. They are opening another location a 5 minute drive from Boonies new location on Fraser Hwy near the Price Smart. There is also a Vera's burgers going in the same parking lot. It's nice to finally have some choices out in the boonies. :)

Ozzarks is not too far away from either of those. Decent food too.

[OriginalJC]

fack, no more boonies burger?!

[q0192837465]

wow, and I can see they put a lot of efforts into making that new place, with liquor permits & everything. Kinda sad that they'r forced out.

[orange7]

dam.. pretty sure he hasn't made back the money he put into his restaurant.

what a loss.

[Liquid_o2]

His new restaurant was nice... another odd location though, and it seems to have hurt him in the end.

When he was looking for a new place last year, I wondered why he was unable to find a small space in a strip mall somewhere in Surrey/Langley. Commercial vacancy rates are quite high over the past few years, and he could have gotten quite the deal if he played his cards right.

If he leased a place properly in a strip mall, a landlord would be unable to force him out like this in such a quick fashion. I'm not sure what his arrangement with the hotel was, but obviously he did not have the proper clauses in place for his lease and it really screwed him over.

Boonie was a hell of a cook and made good food, but I have to think that his business sense might not have been as good :( I'm really gonna miss his pulled pork sandwiches.

[OriginalJC]

Location was perfect for me. I just moved to Langley, 2 blocks from Boonies :-(

At least I was able to get a few trips in before they closed

[Amuse]

Any news of a reopening anywhere? :(

[corollagtSr5]

I never had a taste of this delicious food ever........