Gutom Staff A special episode of Gutom with Guest Host Tiffani!
Finally had an opportunity to go to the Richmond Night Market after the big rain storm shut down plans.
The Richmond Night Market located next to River Rock Casino, is open from May to October weather permitting.
Admission to the Richmond Night Market is $4.75 per person.
CASH ONLY. $50 and $100 bills NOT ACCEPTED at Entrance.
The Coupon Book is included with admission. A great idea to get a discounts on vendors and try food you have never had before! Be sure to READ THE FINE PRINT! Coupons have restrictions!
The Richmond Night Market has games, rides, shopping, but it really is a INTERNATIONAL STREET FOOD FESTIVAL.
Squid Feast
Taiwanese Fried Squid Tentacle Small $10.50
($12 regular price. $1.50 off with coupon book)
Good portion size, good pieces of squid topped with basil, tangy spicy garlic red sauce.
Tasty BBQ Oyster and Scallop
Giant Garlic Oyster $7.99
(Discount if you spend over $20 with coupon book)
Large portion size. Nice garlic flavour with hot sauce. Served hot, steaming and well-cooked.
Twinkle Cube Cafe
Watermelon Drink $8
Naturally sweet, no sugar added.
Fish Sticks $8 plus seaweed topping $.50
Thin sliced Fish Cakes on a stick breaded topped with terimayo and seaweed. Buttery good!
Lobster Tail Large $23
Grilled comes with a slice of lemon. A little over cooked and portion seemed small but it was good.
La Meza Grill
Lechon Tacos $8
Delicious flavours and textures with some crunch!
TOTAL SPENT AT THE RICHMOND NIGHT MARKET 2019
Entrance Fee $4.75 (x 2) $9.50
Taiwanese Fried Squid Tentacle Small $10.50 ($12 regular price. $1.50 off with coupon)
Watermelon Drink $8
Giant Garlic Oyster $8
Fish Cake Skewer $8.50
Lobster Tail $23
Lechon Taco Sliders $8
TOTAL $75.50
PRICE:
$-$$ Affordable. Prices vary depending on the vendor but most are over $8-$10+. Coupon Book is useful for a small discount.
QUALITY:
Very Good. Portion sizes were fair.
Hot items were served hot, cooked to order. Cold Drink was made to order and cold.
SERVICE:
Good. Service depends on the vendor. Most are friendly. There is a bit of a wait to get your food because it is cooked to order. Also it gets very busy so be prepared to wait to order, and then wait for the order. Not all vendors are open depending on the weather.
VERDICT:
The Richmond Night Market is a nice way to try International and Asian street food. Expect to spend quite a bit trying different dishes and drinks. The food is a large part of the Night Market but there are also some shops, rides, and games.
CASH ONLY. LIMITED DEBIT CARD, CREDIT CARD.
ENTRANCE FEE. FREE PARKING. ATM on site.
Address:
8351 River Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1Y4
