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West Coast Fusion - Cactus Club - Yaletown Location(1853 total words in this text) (3426 Reads) 
Catus Club - Yaletown Location - 2007 Review by “Party Diva” of SMiLES+FLiRTS
357 Davie Street,
Vancouver, B.C.
Tel: 604-685-8070
Website: http://www.cactusclubcafe.com
Other Vancouver locations:
Broadway & Ash
575 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604.714.6000
Broadway & Granville
1530 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604.733.0434
Robson
1136 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604.687.3278
For more locations in the lower mainland, be sure to check out the website for the full listings.
Cactus Club in Yaletown is a funky hang out joint for a quick drink after work or before a major entertainment engagement. Conveniently located on the corner of Mainland and Davie Street, it is one of the places to see and be seen. The entrance is on the Davie street side. With the Canada line construction, it can be a challenge to find it. So park your car and walk to this corner.
It is popular among the young but you can be sure to find some hip mature goers as well. The place is divided into three areas - bar, restaurant and the patio. Although the view from the patio may not be appealing right now with the construction of the Canada line, it is a place not to miss out once the construction is completed as it is a perfect place to people watch. Especially if you find the bar area noisy with the music and people, the patio is a great place to just relax in a more quieter setting. Around the bar area where everyone are just hanging out for drinks perhaps catching the score on the live televised game. Otherwise, sit down in the restaurant dining section for a group or a table for two. With the dim lighting, everyone always looks good. Singles who are looking may find this is one of the casual places in Yaletown to check out if this is the kind of crowd you are attracted to.
Known for its’ casual fine dining, expect to find a large array of flavors and West Coast fusions to satisfy your taste buds whether it is just lounging around for drinks or dining in. There are plenty to tickle your fancy.
In addition to the usual vodka martinis and glasses of wine, we started off with the popular favorites of the naked prawns (stripped and ready to eat with cocktail sauce), good portion of crispy yam fries (with garlic aioli), dry ribs (pork rib ends with salt and pepper), and calamari (served with tzatziki) served hot and not overcooked. All these plates are perfect for sharing and a good size for trying out new dishes. Later we ordered the ranch steak fajitas served with charbroiled marinated beef with all the usual fixings of salsa, sour cream, lettuce, cheese and vegetables. Wrap it up your own way in a warm tortilla shells. This plate is big enough to fill a man’s hunger.
Just to note, the service may be slow so be prepared to enjoy a longer stay with a few more drinks and great conversations.
Whether you are just coming out to relax for a drink and a quick bite, hanging out with good friends or perhaps a good meeting spot for a potential date before an evening out, stop by for some cool hip vibes and casual atmosphere.
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, a community of 30-55 years old established, intellectual singles. Experience a series of events planned with your best interest in mind. Meet singles like YOU for friendships and possibly more in a fun and casual atmosphere. Visit http://www.SmilesAndFlirts.com
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Cactus Club Menu - dated September 2007 (for most updated menu, please view at the website or call in to find out)
FEATURES
naked prawns
stripped and ready to eat with cocktail sauce
hawaiian tuna poke
- sashimi grade ahi tuna, prawns, tropical fruit salsa, fresh avocado, macadamia nuts, sesame ginger vinaigrette & crispy wonton chips
tandoori chicken quesadilla
- curried vegetables, mozzarella, cilantro, mango chutney. With sea-salted fries, salad or yam fries
soft fish tacos
- seared cajun halibut with grilled tortillas, chipotle aioli, shredded green cabbage and salsa fresca
raincoast greens
- grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, feta, egg, pecans and seasonal berries in lemon-thyme vinaigrette
cedar-roasted salmon
- fresh steelhead salmon with pine nut parmesan crust, roasted vegetables, herb and feta fingerling potatoes
pistachio-crusted halibut
- red thai curry, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
key lime pie
- freshley squeezed key lime custard, graham cracker crust
the cohiba
- a mojito like you've never seen... fresh blackberries, spearmint, & lemon muddled with vodka & soda
DIM SUM-THING
westcoast pockets - rice, wild smoked salmon, wasabi, sprouts, tofu, tobikko
edamame - warmed salted soybeans
spicy chicken - sweet chili glaze, scallions
szechuan beans - green beans, onions, serrano peppers
STARTERS
crispy yam fries - with garlic aioli
smoked cheddar spinach dip - grilled chicken, salsa fresca
dry ribs - pork rib ends with salt and pepper
calamari - with tzatziki
potato skins - blended cheeses, cured bacon, chives, spicy yogurt
chicken tenders - sweet chili dip with sea-salted fries
broccoli cheese soup - with freshly baked croutons
wor wonton soup - bbq pork, asian noodles & mixed vegetables
cheese toast - aged cheddar, emmental swiss, grana padano
wings, by the pound
- hot, thai or extra hot, add celery and blue cheese for extra cost
GREENS
Starters:
seasonal greens
- grape tomatoes, roasted almonds, feta (lemon-thyme)
house caesar
- fresh croutons, grana padano cheese (creamy caesar)
Entrees:
bandara
- cajun chicken, corn, dates, feta, crispy noodles (honey-lime)
spinach
- cajun chicken, mushrooms, bacon, almonds, egg, (parmesan)
kula greens
- peppers, feta, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries (miso-apple)
- add grilled fresh salmon or lightly cajuned chicken for extra costs
chargrilled chicken caesar
- teriyakii or cajun chicken, fresh croutons, grana padano cheese (creamy caesar)
- add grilled chicken, sauteed shrimp or add grilled fresh salmon for extra cost
STEAKS
We exclusively serve grain-fed certified angus alberta beef. All steaks are served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
certified angus beef - 7oz / 9oz sirloin or 12oz ny striploin
certified AAA beef - 7oz filet mignon
charboiled
- grilled with montreal steak spice
four mushroom demi-glace
- shitake, portabello, button, crimini
peppercorn
- shallot & green peppercorn demi-glace
blackened creole
- cajun rubbed with spicy creole butter
add jumbo prawns for extra cost
- sautéed with garlic, onions, white wine & creole spices
rare - cool red centre
medium rare - juicy, warm, red centre
medium - juicy, warm, pink throughout center
medium well - hot, some juices, slightly pink
well done - hot, cooked throughout
SEAFOOD
Oceanwise - our fish selections are endorsed by the Vancouver Aquarium
as ecologically sustainable and ocean friendly.
ahi tuna
- grilled rare with soy-ginger glaze, fruit salsa & wild rice pilaf
grilled salmon
- citrus-szechuan glaze & wild rice pilaf
CHICKEN + RIBS
jack daniels' ribs
- slow-roasted with j.d. bbq sauce & mashed potatoes
blackened creole chicken
- with creole butter & wild rice pilaf
maui chicken
- with teriyaki glaze, grilled pineapple, & jasmine rice
BOWLS + PASTA
teriyaki chicken rice bowl
- jasmine rice, chicken, veggies, spicy yogurt, cilantro
jambalaya rice bowl
- rice shrimp, chicken, bacon, sausage, veggies, sour cream, cilantro
kung pao noodle bowl
- noodles, veggies, chicken, chilies, peanuts, cilantro, coconut sauce
cavatappi alfredo
- four mushrooms, garlic, fresh tomato
spicy shrimp linguine
- tiger shrimp, spicy roma tomato sauce
add sautéed chicken or shrimp for additional cost
QUESADILLAS
spinach & artichoke
- roasted tomatoes, feta cheese, marinated peppers
smokehouse
- smoked chicken, marinated peppers, roasted tomatoes
- add fries, salad or yam fries for exta cost
FAJITAS
served with tortillas, salsa, sour cream, cheese, lettuce and cajuned vegetables
cajun chicken
- charbroiled chicken breast
ranch steak
- charbroiled marinated beef
portabello mushroom
- seared cajun portabellos
SANDWICHES + BURGERS
Served with sea-salted fries. Or substitute salad or yam fries for extra cost
Sandwiches
grilled salmon sandwich - caper-dijon tartar sauce
cajun chicken sandwich - the legend lives on
bbq club sandwich - jack daniels' bbq sauce, cured bacon
Burgers
j.d. bbq - jack daniels' bbq sauce
cheddar & bacon burger - aged cheddar, cured bacon
veggie mushroom burger - aged cheddar, sauteed mushrooms
DESSERTS
key lime pie
- freshly squeezed key limes, graham cracker crust, hand whipped cream
chocolate lava cake
- molten dark chocolate cake with vanilla bean gelato
blueberry cheesecake
- new york cheesecake with fresh blueberries and blueberry compote
fresh-baked apple pie
- vanilla bean gelato and caramel sauce
signature dessert trio
- fresh-baked apple pie, chocolate lava cake and blueberry cheesecake
SIGNATURE DRINKS
Signature Cocktails - always doubles
The Bellini
- better than sex! Peach schnapps, champagne, appleton white rum & sangria
The Brazilian
- our version of brazil's best kept secret, the caipirinha - fresh kiwi, lime & sugar cane muddled with rum & soda (single)
Spiked Frapp
- a frozen cappuccino martini with vodka, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao & whip
Cuervo Gold Margarita
- fresh hand-squeezed lime juice, triple sec and tequila, served old school on the rocks
The Cohiba
- a mojito like you've never seen... fresh blackberries, spearmint & lemon muddled with vodka & soda (single)
WINE LIST
White wines
BC whites
gewürztraminer '06, sumac ridge, bc
pinot blanc '05, sandhill estate vineyard, bc
ehrenfelser '05, summerhill, bc
'hatfield's fuse' '05, blasted church, bc
pinot gris '05, burrowing owl, bc
global whites
chardonnay '06, lindemans, au
riesling '06, dr. loosen 'dr. l', ger
sauvignon blanc '06, kim crawford, nz
chardonnay '06, wolf blass, au
pinot grigio '05, tommasi, it
sauvignon blanc '06, oyster bay, nz
sauvignon blanc '05, cloudy bay, nz
viognier '05, yalumba y series, au
chardonnay '04, chateau ste. michelle, wa
chardonnay '04, rodney strong 'chalk hill', ca
chardonnay '05, cakebread, ca
'conundrum' '04, caymus, ca
Sparkling
brut, summerhill 'cipes', bc
champagne, veuve clicquot ponsardin, fr
champagne, möet & chandon, brut imperial rosé, fr
Red wines
BC reds
cab-merlot '04, sandhill estate vineyard, bc
merlot '03, tinhorn creek, bc
'dam flood' '05, blasted church, bc
pinot noir '04, cedarcreek 'platinum reserve', bc
meritage '05, inniskillin 'dark horse vineyard', bc
merlot '04, burrowing owl, bc
'one' '04, sandhill 'small lots', bc
Global reds
shiraz-cabernet '06, lindemans, au
zinfandel '04, ravenswood, ca
shiraz '05, rosemount estate, au
shiraz cabernet '06, penfolds 'koonunga hill', au
cabernet sauvignon '05, wolf blass yellow label, au
cabernet sauvignon '05, j lohr 'seven oaks', ca
pinot noir '04, kim crawford, nz
zinfandel '04, bonny doon 'cardinal zin', ca
merlot '03, columbia crest 'grand estates', wa
amarone della valpolicella classico '03, masi, it
grenache '04, yalumba 'bush vine', au
cabernet sauvignon '03, rodney strong, ca
cabernet sauvignon '04, liberty school, ca
cabernet sauvignon '04, edge, ca
malbec '04, catena zapata, arg
shiraz '03, leasingham bin 61, au
shiraz '04, peter lehmann 'the barossa', au
shiraz '02, wolf blass platinum label, au
cabernet sauvignon '04, caymus, ca
MARTINIS
nothing but pink
- peach schnapps, smirnoff vodka, citrus, cranberry juice
white crantini
- smirnoff vodka & white cranberry juice
the kovorka
- malibu coconut, banana liqueur, fizzy stuff, orange & pineapple juices
sugar daddy
- malibu pineapple, sour puss tangerine, banana liqueur, orange & cranberry juices
apple sour
- smirnoff, sour puss apple, white grape juice
p**ussy galore
- smirnoff, melon liqueur, triple sec, orange, cranberry & pineapple juices
mandarintini
- absolut mandrin, peach schnapps, cranberry & pineapple juices
PREMIUM MARTINIS
pomegranate cosmo
- smirnoff vodka, triple sec, pomegranate juice
adrenaline
- baileys, kahlua, vanilla stoli, banana liqueur, shot of espresso
wu-tangtini
- soho lychee liqueur, smirnoff vodka, white cranberry juice
hpnotiq breeze
- hpnotiq, malibu coconut rum, blue curacao, pineapple juice
flirtini
- razberi stoli, alize red passion liqueur, cranberry & pineapple juices
simply hpnotiq
- hpnotiq, smirnoff vodka, lemon twist
mango cosmo
- malibu mango, triple sec, stirrings mango juice
DAILY SPECIALS
Monday - Udder Ale & The Cohiba
Tuesday - Double Bellinis
Wednesday - The Brazilian & Longboard Lager
Thursday - Heineken Bottles and Draft
Friday - $1 Off All Martinis
Saturday - Double Cuervo Margaritas
Sunday - Ugly Ale & Caesars
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