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The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
The Fat Cow is located on the corner of 201st and 96th in Langley British Columbia we are a small and warm restaurant with dark hardwood floors and comfortable and relaxed seating. The Fat Cow serves up French inspired northwest cuisine as well as having a fully operational oyster bar
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52 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 52 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(36)
- fit for foodies(33)
- special occasion(22)
- romantic(14)
- good for groups(12)
- notable wine list(9)
The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Comby Seating but..
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Comfiest seating ever in a restaurant. We were there with a group of 6 on a saturday night. I liked the online reservation service. My malbec wine was great, service was good. My houseband loved his fried chicken and waffles and I love my crab/shrimp cake however disappointed only one on he plate. Sadly other dishes ordered not so outstanding; burger totally raw and sent back, halibet dry, and grill romaine had so little dressing on it I didn't eat. So that said I think I would try again but would hope a little more attention to the cooking needs to be made at the prices clients are paying. Will chaulk it up to place being new and needing to iron out some kinks. Nice having live music."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Will be back
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went with a group of 7 and was a good night. Good service and good food. Oysters were fresh and very tasty! Menu had some interesting selections on there including chicken and waffles. Would have liked to see a basic chicken dish for those not as adventurous :) but honestly everything I tasted was great. Poutine was awesome! House white was very good also.
For a Friday the place was over 3/4 full which was great to see for a Langley non- chain restaurant - we need more of these in the area!
Love the use of local produce / products!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the ambience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Welcoming atmosphere with a cozy, relazing ambience. Very accomodating live music by a solo artist with guitar and songs playing in the background. Food most enjoyable paired with a nice glass of house wine. Will be back for sure!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was slow but very pleasant. Some oddities in the way things were served (tin foil cups on a main dish plate). Some portions not the proper size (beet salad with 3 slices of beets :/ or the mushroom frittata with barely any obvious mushrooms).
Seems newish and eager with room for improvement but didn't break the pocket book and nor was it unpleasant. We will go back and we will look forward to them polishing a few things :)"
Seems newish and eager with room for improvement but didn't break the pocket book and nor was it unpleasant. We will go back and we will look forward to them polishing a few things :)"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent. We had to wait a bit but the server kept our drinks full and brought us bread for the kids."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wow! Surprised because I am a snobby city-eater -- this place is worth trying. The food is fantastic and the decor is funky. Surprising in a strip mall in North Langley. Well Done!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was awesome, Staff is great, there ideas are neat, ( Most things served are local) but the portions are too small for a man. Even after having a desert, which I never do, my wife and I went to a pub for a couple pounds of wings."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favourite Langley Restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is my favourite Langley restaurant - hands down. I have been here several times for lunch and dinner and the menu is always imaginative, the food is consistently delicious, and the service is always wonderful. I'm thankful that there is an alternative to Earls, Browns, etc. Although it is in a strip mall, once inside the ambiance is lovely."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Surprising find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed a wonderful meal at Fat Cow. From the crab cake to start to the goat cheese cheesecake with rubarb confit it was delicious! The service was attentive although the meal was a little slow, but it was clearly made from scratch and to order, so it was worth the wait. Cosy and inviting room, although in a peculiar location. Two udders up!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Plenty of restaurants out there...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food at the restaurnt was very good however the service was less than what we would expect for a restaurant that came recommended in the Georgia Staight. Dinner took more that 1.5 hours to arrive with little interaction from the server in the meantime-drinks, additional appys, dinner will be coming, etc. When the food came it was very good once everyone at the table got their food but it came out stagered and 2 out of the party of 6 had to wait at least 5 additional minutes after everyone else which meant everyone else's dinner was cooled off by the time everyone got their meal. Live music was good. Location lacking-looked at a parking lot for dinner. Given the number of restaurants in the Vancouver area we will likely not be back."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2013
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Review 11 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Some of the best food that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some of the best food that my wife and I have ever had. Definately going back."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food....salad could have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food....salad could have had more punch.....great entree....very reasonably priced....waitress was excellent....still working on wine list.....not as busy as expected for Friday night"
Dined on 26/04/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great, although
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great, although the service was slow. We arrived at 705 early for our reservations which were for 715 and were seated promptly. Our drinks and appies arrived in due time, but our main course took almost 45 minutes to arrive! We didn't leave the place until 915"
Dined on 19/04/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superb
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food. Very friendly service. Fine dining food with a super casual atmosphere. Great live entertainment. The only criticism we had was it took a long time. We were with another couple chatting so the time seemed to pass anyways. If we were on our own it would have felt slow. Will go back without question!!"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 15 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I booked this restaurant without
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I booked this restaurant without ever having been there or knowing anyone, simply based on the reviews. I am pleased to say the group of 12 that went were not disappointed and in fact it will now be on a list of recommendations. There is so little to be offered in that area it is good to see there IS an option. The only drawback was that the location was a little challenging for people to find as the signage was difficult to see when passing by. BUT it was WELL worth it and as long as people know to look hard for that gem I don't think they will be disappointed."
Dined on 09/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Two thumbs up for the Fat Cow !!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service at the Fat Cow & Oyster Bar was excellent. We stuck to everything seafood on the menu and was not disappointed in any of the dishes. The meals arrived in a timely manner and was sizzling hot (I hate cold food). The restaurant was quite empty for a Sunday evening but it's also still very new. Go and support them, you wont be disappointed."
Dined on 07/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great time!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I and my wife had a wonderful dinner there! We will definitely be there again! It is a very nice place to spoil friend and take them out for a special dinner!!"
Dined on 05/04/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not a bad spot to keep on
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not a bad spot to keep on the dining list if you live in Langley, but it has a few rough spots. Our server would have been better suited to a diner: she lacked the polish & professionalism you'd expect from a fine restaurant. My steak was OK, but a little tough & definitely not dry aged. The oysters were great. It had live music that was too loud, which I absolutely hate. It made dinner conversation difficult ."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special occasion or quality friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great fresh oyster selection. Excellent cocktail list. Recommend the Tenderloin or Duck."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were looking forward to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were looking forward to trying a new restaurant in Langley. There are so few good restaurants here that are not franchises. We came away somewhat disappointed. Although the food was tasty, the overall experience was lacking. There was too much emphasis on filling our water glasses and not enough helpful pleasant interaction with the servers. Also in our opinion including fresh bread is a must."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
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Review 21 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Was surprised that the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Was surprised that the restaurant called itself fine dining
Chef was in chef jacket , shorts and flip flops
Waitress were all in jean capris and casual shirts
Mussels were amazing but I had the sirloin steak which had grissle running through it
Could only cut through half
My husband had shoulder which was very moist and nice but homemade sauce had burnt flavor
Chef was in chef jacket , shorts and flip flops
Waitress were all in jean capris and casual shirts
Mussels were amazing but I had the sirloin steak which had grissle running through it
Could only cut through half
My husband had shoulder which was very moist and nice but homemade sauce had burnt flavor
Restaurant has potential just needs more organization"
Dined on 29/03/2013
2011
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Review 22 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a great evening . The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great evening . The food and service was wonderful. However, even though the live music was good, it was so loud at times that it made conversation difficult. In such a small area, the sound system was too powerful. I did notice that staff asked for the volume to be lowered, so they were trying to correct the situation. Overall it was a great night and I would go back."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very, very high quality food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very, very high quality food clearly prepared by a chef that has a love affair with the food experience. I had the Oyster Chowder and it was perfection. Rivals any 5 star downtown restaurant. I also had the Albacore Tuna sandwich - which was a beautifully seared tuna steak with bacon and other amazing accompaniments. This was followed by the lemon tarte for dessert - superb. This place is a must try."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 24 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was tasty and well presented.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was tasty and well presented. NIce ambiance."
Dined on 07/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved this place. Oysters
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved this place. Oysters were amazing! Raw and cooked. I had steelhead trout done to perfection, the others had the sirloin which one said best steak he has ever had. Interesting menu selection, just the right size. Service was great, it was a slow Sunday night tho. I am going back in 2 weeks!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden Gem in Langley
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There are not many new restaurants opening in our area so we were excited at the prospect of a new dining experience. The Fat Cow And Oyster Bar is a pleasing change from other restaurants in Langley. They use many local farmers as suppliers to their restaurant and everything is fresh and delicious.Our favourites include the "Shuckers Dozen" - sixteen oysters with fresh horse radish shavings and home made sauces. If you order the mussels in white wine thyme sauce, make sure you sop up all that delectable sauce with the mouthwatering home made bread that accompanies it! The duck is excellent, as well as the trout and ahi tuna. The steaks are also tasty.Try it - Fat Cow will be you new favorite!!"
Dined on 28/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Friendly staff. Nice menu.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly staff. Nice menu. Great decor."
Dined on 28/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, reasonable prices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Fat Cow & Oyster Bar is quickly becoming one of our favorite restaurants. The food is well prepared and presented and the portions sized to be filling without being overwhelming. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, suitable for romantic diners or dining with friends."
Dined on 21/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the food was pretty good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was pretty good, but the service was unbelievably slow. also, the dessert did not taste anything like the description, and more like supermarket birthday cake. Although it was Valentine's, I'm afraid to go back there in case the service is poor again."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
several items were not available
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"several items were not available which was dissapointing since it was the middle of the week. My steak was more rare than medium raure, however my friend's salmon was apparently very good."
Dined on 13/02/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate