Post #32213 by Sabu The Coconut Boy on Wed, Apr 30, 2003 5:20 PM

This is in response to my esteemed Tikifish's request in a previous thread. I only have a few postcards in my collection from Canada, but here they are:

Trader Vic's in Vancouver, Canada. "One of Trader Vic's internationally famed restaurants at Vancouver's Bayshore Inn on the shores of the Pacific. Here diners enjoy exotic South Sea or Continental fare with a breathtaking view of the magnificent harbour, the mountains and Stanley Park."

KON-TIKI -- "Canada's newest, exotic Polynesian restaurant. Created and supervised by Steve Crane, and located in the Sheraton-Mt. Royal Hotel, Montreal. Authentic food and beverages from the South Seas are served in a lush, tropical atmosphere."

CHEZ PAREE Hawaiian Lounge - 1258 Stanley Street, Montreal. This place still exists under the same name, but is now a strip club.

Fort Nelson Motor Hotel, Fort Nelson, British Columbia. "The Tiki Totems and Fountain form an exotic centerpiece for the beautiful Tiki Courtyard. The Tiki Courtyard features luxurious rooms, good food, and a heated pool and sauna. This warm tropical oasis is a delightful surprise to the weary travellers after their often rough and dusty (or muddy) trip along the Alaska Highway"

I love the obvious influence of native North American carvers on these Polynesian-style tikis.

Ruby Foo's Restaurant - Montreal, Canada
I've seen a great exotic drink menu from Ruby Foo's, but am not sure if it was for the restaurant in New York, or Montreal.

The Famous "Bamboo Room" of the Pagoda Restaurant in the Churchill Plaza, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Featuring the finest Authentic Chinese Foods and Delicious american Cuisine. Licensed for your favorite Cocktails as well."

This one isn't really tiki, but I like those old lamps.

If anyone else has paper from other forgotten Canadian tiki spots, please post them. I know there's lots out there.

Sabu