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DINNER MENU
JOHN’S PLACE RESTAURANT
723 PANDORA AVENUE
389 - 0711 for reservations
On January 6th 2012, the premier showing of ‘You Gotta Eat Here,’ with host John Catucci, aired on
Food Network Canada. We were lucky and honoured to be chosen for the very first show. Our
Southwestern meatloaf and a few of our breakfast dishes were featured on the show and I had a
blast working with everyone.
John Cantin
APPETIZERS
Served with our fresh homemade bread and butter.
APPY TOSSED GREEN SALAD .................................................................................................................................... 3.75
APPY CAESAR SALAD ................................................................................................................................................. 4.50
APPY GREEK SALAD .................................................................................................................................................... 5.25
SOUP OF THE DAY
BOTTOMLESS….. 7.25 SINGLE SERVING CUP….. 4.25
… We make our soup from the freshest ingredients. Sorry, we do run out from time to time, so please ask.
CHIANG MAI THAI NOODLE SOUP
… Rice noodles and your choice of Chicken, Vegetable or Both, simmered in a hot chicken broth
Vegetable 6.25 Chicken 7.25 Combo 8.25
CALAMARI.................................................................................................................................................................... 10.95
… Our signature appetizer! Tender slices of squid and tentacles, tossed in seasoned flour and fried to a golden brown.
Served with a wedge of lemon and tzatziki sauce.
CANTONESE STREET DUMPLINGS ............................................................................................................................ 6.95
… Gee’s original secret recipe. Five house made dumplings stuffed with a unique pork stuffing, sesame oil and diced
vegetables, wrapped in wonton wrappers and steamed. Served with Hoisin sauce.
DON CORLEONE’S RICE ‘N’ CHEESE BALLS............................................................................................................ 7.95
… Jasmine rice, fontina cheese and seasonings, formed into balls and fried to a golden brown. Served with your choice
of marinara or Thai dipping sauce on the side.
THAI SPRING ROLLS .................................................................................................................................................... 6.95
… Four Thai homemade spring rolls with ground pork, shredded vegetables and vermicelli noodles, rolled in wheat
Paper and fried to a golden brown. ( No MSG ) Served with your choice of Thai dipping or Chinese plum sauce.
HUMMUS & PITA............................................................................................................................................................ 6.95
… An Arabic dip, made from chick peas, sesame seed tahini, lemon, garlic, spices, and served with two thick grilled
pita bread on the side.
We have a full liquor license with many popular wines by the glass.
Follow us on Facebook or check out our website: johnsplace.ca
Prices do not include taxes.
DINNER SALADS
Served with our fresh homemade bread and butter.
Dressings: Caesar, Vinaigrette, Yogurt Dill,
Maple Balsamic, Honey Mustard, Tahini or our new HERB RANCH
GREEN TOSSED SALAD ............................................................................................................................................... 6.95
… Leaf lettuce, tomato, cucumber, garbanzo beans, bean sprouts, sliced egg, shredded carrots and beets.
Add feta cheese: 2.25
SID CAESAR SALAD ..................................................................................................................................................... 7.25
… Romaine lettuce, house made croutons, sliced egg, Caesar dressing and parmesan Cheese.
JIMMY “THE GREEK” SALAD ....................................................................................................................................... 8.25
… Fresh cucumber, tomato, sliced peppers, red onion and Greek Calamata olives, tossed with vinaigrette and
oregano and topped with grated feta cheese.
WARM SPINACH SALAD ............................................................................................................................................... 9.95
… Fresh tender spinach leaves tossed with a warm balsamic vinaigrette dressing with sliced egg, artichoke hearts,
bacon bits, grated Reggiano cheese and toasted almonds. No Bacon - Just Ask.
“JOEY’S” ALBACORE TUNA CASHEW SALAD ....................................................................................................... 11.95
… A John’s Place original salad created by my best friend, Joe Weisbrodt. Albacore Tuna salad on a bed of leaf
lettuce and garnished with garbanzo beans, bean sprouts, sliced egg, shredded carrots and beets, tomatoes, cucumbers
and toasted cashew nuts. TORTILLA SHELL Add : $1.25
CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD .......................................................................................................................... 10.95
… Sliced Cajun chicken breast sautéed with sliced peppers and red onion and served on our Caesar salad.
TORTILLA SHELL Add : 1.25
ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD ..................................................................................................................................... 10.95
… Leaf lettuce tossed in our maple balsamic dressing and topped with a grilled chicken breast and garnished with
fresh bean sprouts, shredded carrots and beets and chopped peanuts. TORTILLA SHELL Add : $1.25
MEDITERRANEAN COMBO PLATE ( A little bit of everything ) .................................................................................. 10.50
… A plate of Greek salad, hummus, falafel, tahini sauce, and grilled pita bread on the side.
PASTA LA VISTA, BABY
Served with our fresh homemade bread and butter.
We can substitute rice noodles, just ask.
NEW!!! Bring your own wine in, we only add a $10 corkage
TORTELLINI ................................................................................................................................................................. 12.95
… Spinach cheese tortellini pasta sautéed with diced bacon, green onions, basil and garlic, simmered in a white
wine cream sauce and tossed with parmesan cheese. No Bacon - Just Ask.
LINGUINI ‘N’ MEATBALLS .......................................................................................................................................... 11.95
… I stole his Mom’s recipe off the Bob Dylan Show on XM radio and it’s to die for. Three tender, succulent ground beef
and pork meat balls on a bed of fresh linguini with our tangy marinara sauce, a touch of parmesan cheese and garlic
toast.
ADD AN EXTRA MEATBALL FOR $2.00
SUN-DRIED TOMATO AGNOLLOTTI ......................................................................................................................... 12.95
… Fresh agnollotti pasta, stuffed with smoked mozzarella cheese and sun dried tomatoes, simmered in a creamy
tomato sauce and topped with grated fontina cheese.
THE GOODFELLAS LASAGNA .................................................................................................................................. 11.95
… A traditional three layer lasagna with ground beef, Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms and marinara sauce layered with
ricotta cheese and topped with mozzarella, edam and parmesan cheese and baked to a golden brown with garlic toast.
NOSTALGIC MENU
Served with our fresh homemade bread and butter.
Consider a sleeve of Local Draft Beer or a glass of wine!
CHICKEN ‘OOPA’ ( Our signature dish ) ..................................................................................................................... 15.50
… A double breast of chicken, stuffed with feta cheese and sliced almonds. Sautéed in butter with fresh mushrooms,
lemon and a touch of honey. Served with fresh vegetables and pasta, buttermilk mashed potatoes, or Jasmine rice.
THAI CASHEW CHICKEN ............................................................................................................................................ 15.50
… A Thai favourite. Tender pieces of chicken breast, stir-fried with whole cashews and sliced green onions. Finished
with teriyaki sauce and served with fresh vegetables and Jasmine rice. Mild, Medium or Hot.
THE “LONGHORN” DINNER ....................................................................................................................................... 14.95
… Slices of our slow roasted beef brisket with Texas Whiskey BBQ sauce, grilled with fresh mushrooms, served on our
savoury cornbread, garnished with crispy onions and served with buttermilk mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables.
CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATLOAF ( As seen on the Food Network ) ......................................................... 12.95
… Our own southwestern meatloaf made from ground beef and pork, smothered in a smooth mushroom Marsala sauce
and served on a bed of buttermilk mashed potatoes with fresh vegetables, and garnished with crispy onions.
Senior Portion - 1/2 Size 10.95
RAWINDER’S FAMOUS BUTTER CHICKEN ( A long time employee, From New Delhi to you ) .............................. 15.50
… Fresh cut chicken breast, simmered in a creamy butter chicken sauce. Served with Jasmine rice and fresh veggies.
BIG BEN’S BRITISH BANGERS ‘N’ MASH ( Make time for this one! ) ...................................................................... 11.95
… Two homemade banger sausages, grilled with fried onions and served with buttermilk mashed potatoes, fresh
vegetables and gravy. Senior Portion - 1/2 Size 9.95
PEROGIES ‘N’ UKRAINIAN SAUSAGE ........................................................................................................................ 9.95
… Ten potato cheddar perogies sautéed with bacon and onions, seasoned with Cajun spice and served with grilled
Ukrainian sausage and sour cream on the side.
JUST FOR THE HALIBUT FISH ‘N’ CHIPS ................................................................................................................. 14.95
… A filet of BC halibut dipped in our homemade beer batter and fried to a crispy golden brown. Served with tartar sauce
and lemon.
SHEPHERD'S 'LAMB BAM!' PIE ................................................................................................................................. 12.95
… John's at it again with his take on a classic. Rich and juicy ground lamb full of vegetables, carrots, peas and squash,
topped with buttermilk mashed potatoes and baked in the oven. You gotta try this!
FROM THE BAR
DRAFT BEER ...... Glass 3.50 Sleeve 5.50 Pitcher 15.50 JOHN’S PLACE SANGRIA................................ Glass 5.95
Vancouver Islander Lager
Red wine, triple sec, brandy, cranberries and fresh orange
and a Special Draft - please ask your server
topped with bubbly soda!
BOTTLED BEER
Kokanee, Coors Light, Budweiser ...................... Bottle 4.75
Heineken, Corona ............................................... Bottle 5.50
Strong Bow - The most popular cider! ................ Bottle 5.50
Guinness in a Can .......................................................... 6.75
Non-Alcoholic Molson ..................................................... 2.95
CANADIAN CAESAR ....................................... Single 5.95
Enjoy a Canadian original with a cool glass of clamato
juice, a little spice and Vodka.
LIME MARGARITA ....................................................... 6.50
A tall salted glass of Tequila Gold blended with ice and lime
juice.
STRAWBERRY MARGARITA ...................................... 7.95
WE OFFER A FULL SELECTION OF HIGHBALL DRINKS A tall sugared glass of Tequila Gold blended with ice,
SINGLE 5.25
DOUBLE ADD 2.00
strawberries, and lime juice.
ASK YOUR SERVER FOR OUR SPECIAL WINE & DESSERT LIST
SANDWICHES AND SNACKS
DRESSINGS: Caesar, Vinaigrette, Yogurt Dill,
Maple Balsamic, Honey Mustard, Tahini or Herb Ranch
THE SINGLE “FIGHT CLUB” SANDWICH ( an old diner favourite ) .......................................................................... 11.50
… Grilled chicken breast, 3 slices of bacon, sliced tomato, lettuce and mayo on 2 slices of sourdough or multigrain toast.
Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup du jour. Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $2.00.
BEEF BRISKET SANDWICH ....................................................................................................................................... 10.95
… Slices of our slow roasted beef brisket with Texas Whiskey BBQ sauce, grilled with fresh mushrooms and served on a
grilled Kaiser with crispy onions. Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup du jour.
Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $ 2.00.
CHICKEN, BEEF OR LAMB SOUVLAKI ..................................................................................................................... 10.95
… Your choice of a tender grilled chicken breast, ground beef patty or a ground lamb patty, cut and wrapped in a
hot pita bread with tomato, red onion and tzatziki sauce. Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup.
ADD hummus inside for $1.50.
Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $2.00.
SPOCK’S VEGAN WRAP ( The needs of the few outweigh the needs of the many) ................................................. 11.95
… Our unique, new Vegan Burger patty made from a mixture of garbanzo beans, baked yams, whole wheat bulgur,
flax seed, red onion, oatmeal and seasonings, grilled with sunflower seeds. Wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla with
shredded lettuce, tomato, and your choice of BBQ sauce or salsa. Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup du
jour.
Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $2.00.
JERUSALEM FALAFEL ( From my days in Jerusalem ) ............................................................................................... 9.95
… Three homemade garbanzo patties, fried and wrapped in a hot pita bread with lettuce, chopped tomatoes,
red onion and tahini sauce. Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup. ADD hummus inside for $1.50
Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $2.00.
MEDITERRANEAN CHILI ( To be featured in Bon Appetit Magazine ) ......................................................................... 8.95
… Aaaah! An interesting twist to a traditional chili. Ground lamb simmered with kidney beans, onion, sliced olives,
tomatoes and some secret spices. Garnished with sour cream and cheddar cheese.
FRENCH CANADIAN “POUTINE” ................................................................................................................................. 5.95
… Golden french fries, fried to a crispy brown and baked with real cheese curds, gravy and green onions.
CHICKEN STRIPS .......................................................................................................................................................... 8.25
… We make em here! Tender strips of chicken breast, lightly breaded, fried to a golden brown and served with your
choice of BBQ, Thai Sweet n Sour, Honey Mustard, Chinese Plum or Herb Ranch. ADD FRIES 2.95
BURGERS
Served with your choice of fries or a cup of soup du jour.
Substitute a Tossed, Caesar or a Greek salad for $2.00.
CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE ( will make Jimmy Buffett smile ) ........................................................................... 11.95
… A 6 oz. homemade ground beef sirloin patty, grilled and topped with cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions.
Served on a grilled Kaiser or gluten free bun with lettuce, sliced tomato and our own Texas whiskey BBQ sauce.
GREEK BURGER ......................................................................................................................................................... 12.95
… Your choice of a 6oz.house made lamb or ground beef sirloin patty or chicken breast, grilled and topped with feta
cheese. Served on a grilled Kaiser or gluten free bun with lettuce, tomato and tzatziki sauce.
SANTE FE CHICKEN BURGER ................................................................................................................................... 12.95
… A grilled chicken breast topped with cheddar cheese and guacamole. Served on a grilled Kaiser or gluten free bun
with lettuce, tomato and salsa.
BURGER ADDITIONS
Grilled Mushrooms .95
Swiss, Cheddar, Edam or Feta Cheese 1.50
Sliced Bacon or Ham 1.95
Gravy .95