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Tap Restaurant Reviews List

Tap Restaurant

Intimate dining room featuring our open kitchen. Emphasis on BC wine as well as BC ingredients.
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38 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(38 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 38 reviews
5 stars
(18)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(30)
  • fit for foodies(22)
  • special occasion(20)
  • romantic(13)
  • notable wine list(10)
  • great for outdoor dining(8)
Tap Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 6/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food - was a little suprised at the ambience - there wasn't much."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Warm friendly ambience right from the chef's greetings to the knowledgeable and experienced wait staff to the enjoyment of some great tapas, great wine selection and very good entrees. Patio is large and if necessary guests are provided with blankets and overhead heaters."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Chef Alistair Veen never fails to deliver. Always fresh, always in season, delicious, with layers of flavour and tastes coming thru each bite. This time, fresh, seasonal spot prawns, served with a reduced watermelon sauce, with fresh horseradish. Absolutely wonderful"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Saturday Night

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have tried to get in Taps twice before and were turned away without reservations but it was worth the wait. The service and ambiance was very good and both our appies and entrees were fantastic. The rack of lamb was perhaps the best that I have ever had and I make a pretty good rack!!! The sauce was very different and unbelievably delicious, with a tomato and olive mixture that tasted like nothing I have before!! The home made fettucine and sauce was also excellent. We will definitely be going back as we live close by. Great restaurant!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was the second time we have been to this restaurant. The same friends were with us. The first time we ate here the food was memorable. This time not so much. The Caesar salad is delicious. But we had to wait a very long time to get our main course and there were only a couple of tables full. When the meal came we were disappointed in the rack of lamb although one person had the fettucine and said it was excellent. It just didn't have it as far as the rest of us were concerned. As well it was a little on the tough side. Will probably go back again but not any time soon."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Tapped Out

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Dined on 3/30/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very bad feel to the restaurant, food was good not impressed with wine list but the most disappointing part of the experience was the attitude of the staff. We wont be back"
Dined on 3/30/2013
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Review 7 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Four ladies were dining on

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Four ladies were dining on Saturday evening. Three of the meals were delicious. There was an issue with one of the meals but as soon as the waiter was made aware another meal was offered. When the lady declined saying she was fine an appetizer was provided to her. The meal in question was removed from the bill. We all left happy and satisfied."
Dined on 27/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Hidden Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food and service was AMAZING as usual. Been to Tap a few times, and never disappointed once! I Would totally recommend this hidden gem to anyone!"
Dined on 26/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Neighbourhood dining at its finest

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Quaint fine dining restaurant. Quality sourced food, usually local. Each meal individually cooked to your liking. I had their fish, it was cooked to perfection; moist melted in my mouth. Great appies. Appeals to adult dining."
Dined on 26/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Enjoyable meal and attentive

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Enjoyable meal and attentive service"
Dined on 28/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 11 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Once again a great meal and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Once again a great meal and great service!!! Our favorite restaurant in the South Surrey area!!!"
Dined on 09/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never disappointed with the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Never disappointed with the food. I was just a little to noisy!!!!!!"
Dined on 06/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Have been to Tap many times,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Have been to Tap many times, and excellent food as always. Chef Alistair is always doing rounds to make sure your food and service are top notch, or to help with an excellent wine pairing."
Dined on 23/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We always enjoy Tap - great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We always enjoy Tap - great menu choices."
Dined on 16/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Neighborhood Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I loved the atmosphere, although the restaurant was busy, we were able to have a conversation amongst friends without a lot of background noise. The waitress made well informed recommendations on the wines as well as the menu. Food was great, a very unique Caesar salad. Would definitely return, in fact already have three more times."
Dined on 15/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been trying many different

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have been trying many different dinning experiences through Open Table. This was a above expectation experience. From the moment we entered the restaurant until will left the service and friendliness of the staff was exceptional, the menu was small yet covered a wide variety of foods for all styles of eating pleasure, it was full of well rounded options, My only negative was the brewed coffee, for a fine dinning experience the coffee was below standard, we mentioned this on the way out, I would review the coffee choice."
Dined on 16/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Tap Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed the restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed the restaurant very much, was surprised how quickly the bill became almost $200.00,I guess it was the wine!"
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tap Restaurant
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Ambiance 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Moderate