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150 - 3500 Moncton StSteveston, BC V7E 3A2
Neighbourhood: Steveston
(604) 272-1991
- Hours:
Tue-Sun 5:30 pm - 12 am
Sun 11 am - 3 pm
- Attire:
- Casual
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Price Range:
-
$$$
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sat
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Coat Check:
- No
13 reviews for Gudrun
All Reviews
Gudrun
6/7/2010
A sweet Steveston hidden gem! Follow the music to Gudrun - A hot spot nestled in Steveston's Moncton Street with a cool and clean decor and layout. Tree trunks as centrepieces and massive fishbowls as vases are the tip of Gudrun's splendour. Enter a venue where wood and concrete fuse to create a fresh space.
A floor to ceiling wall is dedicated to charcuteries, paninis and other daily delights. Indulge in the menu of fine wines, cheeses, fondue, pastries, desserts and more. The staff are extremely attentive and personable and the manager, Patrick, is always smiling and happy to serve you.
A great place for parties and gatherings. If you decide to check this place out, make sure to try the chocolate caramel tart...Absolutely delectable!
Gudrun
7/27/2010
I hate that I have such mixed feelings about Gudrun.
The space is fantastic - tucked into the heart of Steveston village, it's an honest surprise to find such a beautiful restaurant so far from downtown, where you'd expect to find a place like this. Think Yaletown style (and prices), but with village warmth.
Warmth, that is, by everyone *but* the staff.
This is a tasting room meant for meats and cheeses along with wine with friends, and for that it is worth the trip. I think this place is better than Salt for the quantity and variety of the cheese & charcuterie plates.
The staff, however, the night we were there completely ruined it for me.
It was downright painful - I was left trying to figure out if we had offended them somehow. We were there with a large group - maybe 10 or 12 of us - and as we were enjoying both the food and the wine this was not a cheap night out... I believe the bill for the Mr. and I was somewhere over $150. You'd think by the service, however, that we'd walked in and ordered water and a salad and demanded five star attention.
We had to ask for bread refills probably 5 times. They'd bring out a tiny quantity - when based on the number of people we had and the remaining food to be eaten it was obvious that we'd need more. I also gave up on asking for a glass of water in addition to my wine, as despite the fact that we were the only table for part of the time we were there the staff was nowhere to be seen and couldn't be bothered to remember that I'd asked for water in the first place.
When we got to the end of our meal and were excited to hear about the dessert options we were unapologetically informed there were none. I understand that you may run out of the standard fare on a busy night (although, as I mention, this was a quiet night so it was clear they'd run out on a prior day), but what does it take to have some gelato and berries in the back so you can at least offer *something* sweet at the end of the meal?
I want to have loved Gudrun, and for everything but the staff (and the lack of dessert) I did. I could probably even be talked into going again, but hopefully the next time I won't feel like we were a giant inconvenience and should have eaten in instead of going out.
Gudrun
5/27/2010
Atmosphere--- FABULOUS. Eco-modern, classy, hip- you get the idea. For being in Steveston, the style definitely stands out, and that's what drew us there as we walked by.
We had dessert ($6 for each, very tasty, nice presentation. The tirimasu comes beautifully wrapped in chocolate, the caramel tart is small for the price, but for the atmosphere it was worth it).
The cheese platters, though tasty had terrible presentation-- and I know it's not about looks, it's about taste, but when you're spending big money on a plate, you should at least be paying for something pretty ; )
The restaurant in my eyes offers a fun and beautiful experience, but the food is robbery; they have to invest SO little work preparing the food and charge a premium for it. I guess wine/cheese bars are the way to go. I want to get paid the big bucks for cutting the cheese ; P
Listed in: Best Atmosphere
Gudrun
4/4/2010
With such a small menu, I'd have thought they would have daily specials but sadly they didn't.
Their egg benny is rather small for the price. The side salad has good dressing but otherwise I find the meal rather bare.
Would have been much better if there's more fruits or ham.
Interesting decor and friendly staff, sadly the food just feel unsubstantial.
Gudrun
12/13/2009
Lots of the reviews hit it on the nose, so I won't repeat too much.
I live down the road from Gudrun, and when I heard it was opening, we went within the first month it opened last year. I went with my wife and we were the only ones there, but the owner (Patrick) came by and sat and chatted with us for a while. By the time we left we felt like old friends, and that's how it's been since.
I went back with friends of mine for my birthday, and they were more then welcoming with the 20+ of us that went.
Wine and beer selections are awesome! There is a large chalkboard which has the menu, and updated drinks (new wine or beer choices). I've almost always had something to drink every time I've been.
Allison the cook there is amazing! Soup bisque always changes and is ALWAYS good. I'm not generally a soup person, but I've found i'm always getting it when I go.
Of course the best is the cheese/meat platters. I honestly, thought the first time I went, that I'd have to go and else somewhere else after the first platter came, but we were completely full after.
In closing, It's finally nice to have a place thats open late during the weekdays/weekends in Steveston, that you can go and have a drink without making the trek out to Downtown. The music choice is always good, and atmosphere is great. One of my most highly recommended places to check out in Richmond!
Gudrun
9/7/2009
You like Salt Tasting Room? You like cheese? Wine? Cool peeps? You'll fit right in.
Hidden amongst the tourist-esque seafood restaurants with their nautical themes, fish and chips and clam chowders, lives this trendy, laid back space that pulls you into it's gray lair like a magnet.
Thinking there was not-so-much to do in Steveston when the sun went down, I was exploring by the light of high noon.
**Luckily on Sunday's they serve brunch!**
The fight between the mimosa and organic Steveston Coffee was a toughie, but as (almost) always, caffeine trumps liquor. Had I not been so taken aback by this wicked gem of a place, I would have remembered to order the Godiva Liqueur shot for my java.
Of course, I had the benny. But this was like no other I've had! First off, the hollandaise was exquisite--hitting the mark for me in all categories: thickness, flavour and colour. The eggs were perfectly soft poached. No squeamish look from me as I decided if they needed to rest for a few minutes to finish cooking or a pouty lip signifying they'd been overcooked. Paired with a Camembert and tomato and sitting atop a VERY fresh croissant, I was undeniably smitten with my brekkie! Even the garnish of salad was perfectly dressed with a sweet mustard vinaigrette.
At first, I had flinched about the price. $12 for a benny? But when I took my first bite, I knew instantly, that every cent of that $12 was sooooo worth it! I didn't want my meal to end; it was heavenly!
For Gudrun, I'd run all the way to Steveston again and again and again!
Listed in: 5 Star Reviews - You deserve…, Off the Beaten Tourist Path, Breakfast and Brunch in…, Thinking Global, Eating Local, Cheese Please!
Gudrun
7/17/2010
Its a quaint little wine bar nestled in Richmond...... but what kind of adult oriented wine bar lets their customers bring in Macdonalds for their kids while they enjoy a glass of wine??It completely ruined the ambiance for every one else. A little too lax on the rules and the management not in the least concerned about how affect their customers. If i wanted to smell the stench of Macdonalds I'd go there ......but I forgot, they don't let adults bring in their own wine for the adults.
Gudrun
9/7/2009
Gudrun seems totally out of place in Steveston. And I mean that in a good way. I didn't expect such a cool laid back oasis in this fisherman town to even exist.
A great spot to hide from the rain and soak up the cheese and wine-y atmosphere.
Brunch reminded me of sitting along the Seine River in Paris sipping on cafe au lait and munching fromage and fresh pastry.
Mmm
I shall return for my next course soon.
Listed in: Best Breaky
Gudrun
7/10/2009
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What else can I say, we came we saw, we drank and ate and liked....No loved. Well, it can be pricey, but the wine and beer pairings were good with the charcouterie. Love the cheese and meats. yummm.
But, as much as I liked it, we do this at home alot as well.
It was nice to get out and enjoy the atmosphere without having to go all the way downtown for this.
Nice music, great friendly staff and warm concrete ambiance.
Gudrun
5/28/2009
This is a great idea for a different night out. It's a Fromagerie, so they have a great selection of recognizeable and the not so familiar cheeses. These are paired with exotic meats, or simply sides iof chutney, pickles, etc. Paired with great wine choices, this is a romantic night out even if you own a decent sized appetite. Cute surroundings, and a good patio.
Great idea - please go freequent it this summer
Gudrun
8/26/2009
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This place is cool, with a K. The simplicity of it all.
It's casual, the menu is uncomplicated in a complex way and the vibe is unpretentious.
When we walked in, we were greeted by some nice individuals who allowed us to sit where we wanted. They have a nice long communal table, or smaller two tops over by the wall chalkboard, which has the dinner menu written all over it.
The furniture has that modern wood feel to it, from tables, chairs to the bar stools.
As for the food, it was delectable. We went for brunch, so we did not experience the whole force of the dinner menu. I ordered the fried egg and sopressata sandwich. Homey, but very palatable. I do wish they did put some cheese on it, as I think that would have melded the fried egg and sopressata together in a more harmonious way.
My women order the continental selection, which being; choice of 2 cheeses and a charcuterie and all the accoutrements. Her dish was appealing and inviting. We choose the blue cheese and the aged gouda with the Finocchiona. What made the plate though were the accoutrements. Apples, figs, olives, pickles, nuts, jam, mustard and bread... all good stuff.
By the time we left, the placed was filled up by repeat guests, all whom seemed to know each other.
The place is hidden off the beaten path, and the "tourist" can walk past the sign inadvertently not knowing they've past something locally wonderful.
I'll want to return to try their dinner selections, as I love me some cheese, wine and meats... until then, I hope this little place survives as it's something different in the small fishing town.
Listed in: it's fromages, it…
Gudrun
8/17/2009
Easily the coolest place in Steveston and exactly what the village has been waiting for. Fantastic staff, great wines and a great atmosphere. I will be back for sure!
Gudrun
12/19/2008
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Excited to see a new concept here in Steveston "Yaletown flavour in Steveston" a great vibe... this is a perfect date/ social venue without the drive downtown! Gudrun has a nice layout and can accommodate large groups. Would recommend to friends w/o kids and late nite crowd. We will be back especially this summer with the onside table courtyard! Fresh ingredients and great wine pairings! The menu takes a while to understand but asking for advice and recommendations is fun & educational. We discovered a Quince Blue Cheese combo that was excellent! We will be exploring more at Gudrun soon!
Listed in: Top Restaurants
