Reviews The Red Wagon

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Squishelle Peacock
+5
Love this place so much! Had a hankering for a grilled cheese sandwich and found them on Yelp. The grilled cheese sandwich is perfect, but the best part was being introduced to their magical smokey tomato soup. I'm not one to usually go for anything "smokey" but this soup is the best soup I've had in a very long time. Absolutely divine. Been back almost once a week since then, always bringing new friends with me. Everything we've had has been beyond amazing. The pork belly tacos, wow. They change up their dinner special every night, and the buttermilk fried chicken every Friday is sublime! Tonight's happy hour special was Scotched Egg, which I'd never had. Out of this world, and sadly only available this week! Hope they bring it back again soon! Thanks Red Wagon, you're my new favourite go to for excellent meals at very decent prices.
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Daniel Cook
+5
Been here twice, breakfast and lunch, both awesome. Service is very casual, but good, as is the establishment; however, the food is outstanding.....best bacon and pulled pork I've had; house smoked, and it shows. Definitely worth the wait.
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Jett Danger Mannings
+5
This is hands down the best breakfast I have ever had. Their pork belly is to die for. The eggs are incredible, hell, I would go just for the potatoes even! Seem to be a few bad reviews from dumbasses who don't understand that you won't be seated without your full party. Have all your friends there on time and be prepared to wait a bit. It's worth it.
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Mark Gilman
+5
Awesome food! Truckers breakfast and chorizo burger. And a double Cuba Libre! The place could use a little cleaning up and the staff is interesting. But I highly recommend this place!
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Kim Ross
+5
I had the smokey tomato soup and grill cheese. It was awesome. One of the best dinners I have had. Will definitely go back. Would really like to try the breakfast menu
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Chad Perkin
+5
This place is priced well and has delicious breakfast, worth the drive.
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Steven Cooper
+5
Believe the hype. This is a gem of a place. Great coffee and the pulled pork pancakes were fabulous. Next time we are in town we will definitely be back for more.
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Robert Walsh
+5
Great food had the eggs benidict with back bacon. Also split s small order of pulled pork pancakes
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Dawn Kelly
+5
I took my class here for breakfast. Chef Brad Miller spoke to my students about the careers in culinary arts, being an entrepreneur, and owning his own business. It was fab!!! My students said this was their best breakfast ever!!! #5stars #outstanding
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Tula D'Silva-Jeremie
+5
Fluffiest and yummiest buttermilk pancakes ever!! � Will definitely return when I'm in town next.
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Hana Cairns
+5
Excellent food, prices, service. Short wait but well worth it!! Love that their meat is from Two Rivers!
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Jen Cooper
+5
Wonderful staff, amazing food, decent atmosphere, great prices. All round recommend!!!
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Shay McGeorge
+5
Super tasty, very busy but quick service. I ordered a traditional Benny and added sliced tomato. Staff was accommodating with additions and the hollandaise did not disappoint.
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Jen
+4
It's been a very long time since I've been here. I went most often in the year it opened. I can't speak for the menu or experience nowadays - all I know is that I would recommend it to any breakfast enthusiasts perusing the Hastings Sunrise area. There used to be lines out the door. Don't know how things are nowadays but it's a good idea to call ahead and see how things are if you're not much of a waiter. Not really a place for vegans or those who don't like a delicious, innovative, filling, slightly greasy ( the enjoyable kind ) breakfast or brunch.
5 months ago
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Sierra Drolet
+5
I loved everything about this place! Great food, great atmosphere! Very satisfied 😊
7 months ago
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Y2eats
+4
Yum! Lucked out and went on a week day and missed the line ups. The pork was on point and delicious. Portions are big and the taste is even greater.
Feb 13, 2019
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Anindita
+5
The word foodcoma has never made more sense to me ever before visiting Red Wagon. Their food was outstanding. And beyond filling. Needed a nice long walk after! Super warm staff & really fast service too, would love to go back after a good cardio session though! #foodcoma
Feb 10, 2019
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Kerry Graves
+5
Out of all the breakfast joints this one hit the top in all 4 lists I found. With high reviews and I was not disappointed! My partner had the clubhouse and I hade the pulled pork pancakes! Let me tell you such a surprise! The interior and exterior is dated but the food is to die for!
Aug 30, 2018
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Willow Yang
+4
This is a popular cafe located on East Hastings specializing in breakfast/lunch fare. The place is relatively small and was quite busy when I visited during lunch time this Tuesday; fortunately, I was a single diner, so I was able to get a seat right away at the bar (the place did clear out a bit over the next hour). I had their Pulled Pork Pancakes and Breakfast Banh Mi (with Pork Belly). Both of the dishes were fantastic. Although I didn't find the portions to be particularly large, the food was quite rich and filling: I ended up taking most of my Banh Mi home for later. The service was casual and the staff can be stretched thin at times, but they are friendly. All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, and I'd highly recommend visiting this place.

Pulled Pork Pancakes ($15):
4/5
This consisted of three pancakes sandwiching pulled pork, and is served with a large piece of butter and Jack Daniels flavoured maple syrup. I really liked the texture of the pancakes, which were light and fluffy, with a slightly chewy texture. I did find there to be a slight bit of aftertaste however, whcih I think might be from baking soda. There was quite a generous amount of pulled pork present, which was tender and juicy, albeit a tad bland. I really enjoyed the syrup, which had a really nice fragrance from the liquor. Even though the portion didn't look that big - I've been spoiled by places like Jethro's and The Elbow Room Cafe - they are actually quite filling; I'm a big eater and I was actually quite full from eating the dish.

Breakfast Banh Mi, with Pork Belly ($12):
4.5/5
This consisted of a baguette filled with two eggs, pickled vegetables, jalapeno, and your choice of pork belly, pulled pork, or tofu (I went with pork belly), and was served with a small side of homefries. The baugette had a great crispy exterior while being soft and chewy on the inside. It was extremely flavourful, with a nice tang from the pickled vegetables and a great heat from the jalapeno. The pork belly was quite tender and juicy and the eggs added great richness, although the runny yolks did make the sandwich a bit messy to eat. I loved the homefries/hashbrowns, which were among some of the best that I've had (I've generally not had much luck with hashbrowns): they were crispy and fried with bacon and green onions, which provided great flavour. Unfortunately, I was quite full from the pulled pork pancakes, so I was only able to take a few bites of this dish before packing the rest for later.

Summary:
Food: 4.5/5
Price: 4/5
Service: 3.5/5
Overall: 4.5/5
Recommendations: Pulled Pork Pancakes, Breakfast Banh Mi
Jul 27, 2018
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Sean Lee
+5
As far as breakfast goes Red Wagon is a bit on the pricier side but as the saying goes you get what you pay for and Red Wagon gives you plenty and then some.

Like many quality eateries the menu is chalk full of amazing selections ranging from pancakes, sandwiches etc but if you want to go all in I recommend the Super Trucker. The pancakes, eggs, potatoes and meat will take you to a magical food coma wonderland. Just make sure you bring a designated driver because you really shouldn't drive home. That or find a secluded park bench and throw a newspaper over yourself.

Enjoy the eats!
Mar 01, 2018
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B & E
+4
We drove by this place quite often to get downtown but never stopped by until this morning, for the very first time! Crispy pork belly and back bacon eggs Benedict were selected amongst the others listed on the menu. We enjoyed both dishes. The crispy pork belly was definitely the highlight. Overall, we were very pleased with the food and service and will definitely come back to try different dishes.
Dec 27, 2017
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Monica Killeen
+3.5
Nothing special. It was good. Price is about average with most breakfast/ diner places. Waitress could make some effort to be a bit more welcoming. I wouldn’t go across town again to eat here again.
Dec 11, 2017
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Noah Mar
+4
Definitely one of the best breakfast joints in town. Their confit pork belly is to die for. However, the portion size has decreased in the last few years. Nonetheless, still great service and food.
Aug 31, 2017
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Sandra Yan
+4.5
Tiny cafe that offers good quality breakfast and brunch! Price is reasonable for the quality and quantity offered. I would come back again and maybe try out their lunch options.
Jul 21, 2017
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Louisa Ng
+4
I have a craving for a hearty brunch, must be the sleep deprivation. Red Wagon would really hit the spot right now. I came here with my mother one day. I had the breakfast with the pancakes and potatoes and eggs and added some JD syrup on the side. Mother had the special, with the eggs and I think benedict sauce, beets and other veggies on the bottom. I loved this because it’s so fresh. Service is alright, they’re so busy that the servers really gotta pay attention.
Jul 12, 2017
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Foodie In Vancity
+5
I love to visit this place for brunch. Actually for any meal of the day really. The pulled pork pancakes are to die for. Just a warning. Their lines can get very long so be prepared to wait for a seat. The portions here are huge so recommend sharing plates or else you will have a lot of food left over. Also, for those who aren't used to greasy western food, this might be a shock for you.
Jan 21, 2017
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Jelizatin Eats
+4
Expect really long line-ups here if you don't come early, but don't fret because it's totally worth the wait! We ordered the smoked salmon scramble as well as the grilled cheese and smokey tomato soup. The smoked salmon was delicious; we would definitely order it again. We aren't big fans of potatoes, but the potatoes at the Wagon were quite good. The grilled cheese was alright, a little bit burnt around the edges. The soup was better, very thick and creamy.

Service was great (constantly re-filling your coffee), prices are good too for the quality of food you get. We recommend and we would come back!
Nov 26, 2016
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Chuwing
+5
The food here is absolutely delicious here and super affordable for what you are getting.  I've tried the pulled pork pancakes with the JD syrup and it's absolutely DIVINE.  Surprisingly..their burgers are out of this world.  It is so delicious, I am salivating as I am thinking about it.  The servers are always really pleasant and nice too!
Sep 14, 2016
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Lazylowcarber
+3.5
Red Wagon Cafe is a popular all-day brunch joint in the heart of East Van, Hastings x Nanaimo Street. I was my second try when my friend and I got in. The first time, we went around lunch and there was a loooooooong line up. I am Asian but I hate lining up so we went to a different restaurant.  So, for the second try, I called the restaurant to make a reservation. They don’t take reservation but said usually at opening shouldn’t be a problem, although people usually already line up before opening.  So my friend and I and her little kid went at opening and got a table no problem.  It go busy really fast though, by the time we got out there was a line up.
Sep 09, 2016
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LFFFMolangs
+4
This is one of the most popular dishes at The Red Wagon. It comes with potatoes, jalapeno cornbread, fatty beef briskets, and eggs (prepared to your liking). Every ingredient is drenched in this tomato-based, tangy and spicy sauce. This dish was certainly heavier than what I’m accustomed to; especially for brunch. The beef brisket was tender, and very satisfying to eat with the sauce. Interestingly, the jalapeno wasn’t spicy at all, and the portion size was a bit too much for me!
Aug 29, 2016
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LFFFMolangs
+4
The Red Wagon is a very casual, down-to-earth diner, and this was reflected in their menu. 

BBQ Brisket – $14

This is one of the most popular dishes at The Red Wagon. It comes with potatoes, jalapeno cornbread, fatty beef briskets, and eggs (prepared to your liking). Every ingredient is drenched in this tomato-based, tangy and spicy sauce. This dish was certainly heavier than what I’m accustomed to; especially for brunch. The beef brisket was tender, and very satisfying to eat with the sauce. Interestingly, the jalapeno wasn’t spicy at all, and the portion size was a bit too much for me!

(Daily special) Cajun Fish Cakes – $14

The fish cakes resembled a Japanese croquette. It had a light, crispy batter. Inside was a mixture of fish (forgot which kind), mashed potatoes, scallions, and some kind of lemony stuff. This dish also came with two eggs (poached to your preference). In contrast to the beef brisket, the fish cakes, although fried, were much lighter. Then there were more potatoes on the side. Potato overload!
Aug 29, 2016
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JerryT
+5
I have been here a couple of times for breakfast and had an outstanding dining experience on both occasions.  Luckily I did not have to wait to get in, I was seated immediately in this restaurant with an old school diner vibe.  The service here is fantastic (maybe some of the best I've ever experienced), quick, friendly, and attentive.  I ordered the super trucker breakfast which is an obscene amount of food but allowed me to try both the confit pork belly and the pulled pork pancakes.  Both of these items were amazing and totally unique.  The pork belly may have been one of the best pieces of meat I have ever eaten, it is crispy and rich with a complex flavour.  The pancakes and pulled pork were an interesting combination that I didn't think would work, however the pairing really came together with the addition of the Jack Daniels infused maple syrup.  The Red Wagon served up one of the best breakfasts I've had and I recommend it to any friends I know going to Vancouver.
Jul 29, 2016
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Phil Slap
+4.5
Very nice small place with fantastic breakfast food. Staff is super friendly and it feels like you are in someone's home to eat there.

Go try it out and you won't regret it!!
May 21, 2016
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Angel Bergling
+4.5
Loved this place so much when I went! I had pulled pork pancakes and they were so unique and delicious. I want to go back so bad but the line is so terrible to wait in!! Be prepared especially on weekends.
Apr 23, 2016
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Andy Chü
+4.5
Visited the Red Wagon half an hour before it closed for the day! After a good morning hike, the food here wasn't too heavy and definitely filled us up!

I ordered the crispy pork belly sandwich with chips. It takes shape similar to a Vietnamese banh mi as it has pickled vegetables, jalapeños, and a sirarcha mayo! The thickness of the pork belly definitely make it overly juicy at times, but it definitely was an enjoyable sandwich. The baguette could've been a bit more toasted!

My bud ordered the banana buttermilk pancakes. He also picked sausages over bacon with the meal. It was very creamy as neither of us expected the bananas to be mixed into the batter of the pancakes! It was definitely a pleasant surprise!

Pro-tip: Come here later in the day (1:30-2PM) to avoid long lineups!
Mar 29, 2016
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NeverSayWhen
+4.5
You'll wait to get in for sure... but it will be worth it. Delicious delicious delicious. Small restaurant with minimal decor. Excellent music and very fun atmosphere. The food is fresh, tasty, and on point.
Mar 29, 2016
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Kit Yee Y.
+4.5
Score 9.5/10

I was craving for brunch after working on Sunday morning. There is no good brunch in Coquitlam. My friend told me to try the Red Wagon in Vancouver as their breakfast/brunch was popular and the rating was quite high in Yelp, so I decided to drive from Coquitlam to the Red Wagon with my dad and eat brunch here at 1ish pm. My expectation was high and I hoped that I could eat a great brunch here.

The weather was ugly out there raining the whole day. I expected to wait in line and in rain. When I got to the restaurant, I gave my name to a manager called Otto. I saw the wait list was long with 2, 2, 2, 2, 2.... and etc. The wait list scared me a little bit at the beginning. I worried it would be like a 45 min wait that I experienced at Yolks on West Broadway. Surprisingly, I waited for about 15 mins, Otto asked if we would like to sit at the bar. Of course I would say yes!

I went inside and told Otto that it was my first time to try the food here and I would like to write a review about the restaurant as a whole. He introduced today's special to us. He was kindly giving a couple donuts for us to try. The donuts were not hot or warm anymore, but they tasted great!

We ordered a couple dishes - today's special (pork belly, spring onion cakes, two poached soft eggs and a sesame oil and lemon arugula salad) and trucker 2 eggs, 2 buttermilk pancakes, whole wheat toasts and sausages. I tried all of the above. EXCELLENT! I felt very satisfied and it was worth the wait to eat the good food.

The server Maddison provided a great customer service. She was very friendly and kind making sure if we were okay with the food and if we needed anything during the meals.

I had a great experience at this restaurant today. I would highly recommend this restaurant to others for breakfast/brunch. This restaurant is very "local" and authentic that they differentiate themselves from White Spot, Boston Pizza, Cactus Club, Milestone, and other "chain" restaurants in Lower Mainland. A lot of customers order the pull pork pancakes, breakfast with pancakes, trucker breakfast and etc.

I love this restaurant. I wish it would open a branch at another location in Lower Mainland. :)
Mar 21, 2016
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Jen CC Tan
+4
Super happy with this place!

I was visiting Vancouver BC and a friend of mine took me here for lunch. Happy to have tried something that's not the usual. Had the pulled pork pancakes and JD maple syrup. She had their special of green eggs and ham. Both must tries!

Thinking of taking the family next trip!
Mar 19, 2016
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KOOkiecream
+3.5
• parking is a challenge in this area. Street parking only M-Sat 9am-3pm 1 hour max
• busy, busy, busy at this joint. If there's more than 2 people in your company, you have to wait longer. RW will not seat you unless your group is complete. Get your name listed once you arrive and wait for queue. The place is opened 9am-9pm
• the server was so nice that she gave/offered us (also people waiting) chocolate banana donut while we wait out in the cold, pouring rain
• the food is just OK: I had the Tofu Scramble for $10, firm tofu, smoked mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, basil with potatoes and toast on the side.
• refillable drip coffee

Dec 14, 2015
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TBear
+3.5
I was here a while ago.  This place isn't a 5 star place by any means on the inside, if you were to comparing it to say a restaurant in the Vancouver hotel on the inside.  This is not a bad/negative feature.  This place is a hole in the wall and has character.  I had to laugh because the lady who was at the next table, who clearly was out of place by being decked out to the 9s as if she was going to a high class place.  She picks up the dated coffee cup full of coffee stains (the cup was well used, but clean) and asks the wait staff to get her a new coffee cup cause it was 'dirty'.  On to the food, the husband had one of their burgers and I had a breakfast dish.  The food was well cooked, well seasoned and great value for the money.
Nov 29, 2015
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Benton Li
+5
Went to Red Wagon for a quick dinner. Having the Super Trucker got me stuffed to the brim. If I had this as brunch instead of dinner I think I would have had no problem eating the whole dish, but having pulled pork pancakes with crisp pork belly, poached eggs, and the rest got me in a food coma. Friend got the Deconstructed turkey pot pie, seasoned very well, not too salty and the vegetable chunks were a good size. Amazing dishes, definitely would come again!
Nov 10, 2015
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C.ron
+4.5
Cute place for breakfast. Always busy so that's a good sign. Typical pricing for Vancouver but food is very good and not your typical breakfast so the value is good. Good sized portions which leave you full but not overfill which I like since more breakfast leftovers are not ideal (for me anyways). Service is friendly.
Sep 13, 2015
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TC
+4
We've been to the Red Wagon several times before, the only reason we don't come more often is the long lineups.  Today, we thought we would give Saturday brunch a try.  We were in luck, the wait was only about 20 minutes for 2 people!!

They had already sold out of their daily special by the time we arrived, but no matter, the menu has lots of variety.  I chose the BBQ Brisket and Eggs, my husband went for a burger.  Nice tangy BBQ taste with tender, house made brisket, over easy eggs cooked perfectly.  All of this was on top of Jalapeno Corn Bread.  Really nice flavor, and good crunch home fries as well!

Service was friendly and prompt, Justin was cheerful and didn't seem rushed by the crowds.  Prices are very reasonable for the amount and quality of food that you get - this is a must try in the East Village.  But be prepared to wait!
Sep 06, 2015
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Nosh And Nibble
+3.5
One-liner: Comfy brunch food for a standard price
Highlight: BBQ Beef Brisket
Recommended for: Brunch cravings
Would I go back? Yes but not for the Crisp Pork Belly.

Check out my blog post for the full review!
Aug 26, 2015
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Francesca Flores
+4
IF YOU LOVE BRUNCH, RED WAGON IS THE HOLY GRAIL. Very upbeat environment with the most enthusiastic servers (just don't forget to tip them well). Parking it a little bit of a nightmare and the almost hour long lineups can be quite the wait, but it is worth the mouth watering food. My fave are their banada pancakes topped with the jack daniel's syrup. A surefire pick-me-up to get your day started! Cheers!
Aug 15, 2015
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Vannommers
+4.5
We waited about 20 minutes for seats, but I gotta admit - the pulled pork pancakes were so worth it. The boozy syrup complimented the sweetness of the barbeque sauce in the pulled pork nicely. The pancakes were super fluffy and delicious. Kinda embarrassing when my brother couldn't finish it but I devoured mine. They also had a special of the day, an avocado breakfast sandwich, that was really good.
Aug 06, 2015
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Michael Friesen
+4
My wife has a list of places she has seen on Diners Drive inns and Dives so we went here for breakfast one morning.  Suffices to say that other fans had the same idea. Parking was a nightmare as they have no lot of their own and there was a lineup down the street. Once getting inside it has the feel of an old country diner with wooden tables and chairs. I ordered an omelette that came with bacon, sausage, and multigrain toast.  The food was fantastic (I have never had eggs so perfectly yellow in my life) and it was served in a timely manner. Well worth the hassle of parking on the road and waiting for a table.  The price of being advertised on popular programming.
Aug 02, 2015
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The Hungry Couple
+4
A favorite brunch spot of ours is the Red Wagon. Why? 3 words.. Pulled pork pancakes! These pancakes are just how we love them, a little crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, layered with pulled pork and drenched in JD infused maple syrup.
Jul 07, 2015
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@annanguyen_
+5
Why I love this place: my all time favorite breakfast place. It's consistently good. I've never had a bad experience here.
Would I come back: yes, every few weeks I get my red wagon fix.
Would I recommend it to others: yes always! Get the Super Trucker to sample a bunch of things.
Jul 05, 2015
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Dreaming In Foie Gras
+3.5
Pulled Pork Pancakes!!! I’ve been wanting to try this place for ages, and I finally got to when I was in the area after going to Playland. The interior has a old diner feel and service is pretty good...
May 26, 2015
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Vancity Food Guy
+3.5
It's laid back and I love it. I had the trucker breakfast and my girlfriend had the tofu scramble. Flavors were really good. Service is laid back and chill, I personally don't think it's rude. Perhaps it's alot of West side ppl coming into dine and are not use to east side ppl? I've been here 3 times and I've always been treated really good. While your waiting for your food you can draw a pic and they post it up on the window. So my girlfriend drew baby iron man.
Apr 30, 2015
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Selina Lo
+4.5
OMG...the funniest thing happened at the Red Wagon today. The crispy belly that came with my mom's Super Trucker meal was shaped exactly, and I mean EXACTLY like Taiwan LOLOL!! (Scroll down for the picture) Seriously, I was dyinggg. I regret eating it now (Should've sold it on ebay.) But hey, at least I have the picture to prove it!! ;)   Maybe someone should post that picture on social media and see if it #trends LOOL!! ;)   Another funny thing that happened...the couple next to us was like "Are you just going to keep taking pictures? Eat your dang sandwich already!!" LOL. (I have this habit of taking an embarrassing amount of pictures, which I'm sure you're all aware of) - I don't think you'll ever want to eat with me in public!! ;)   Anywayss...back to the the food hahaha. The Red Wagon is famous for their amazingly delicious- and large portioned all day brunch!! Yes - all day - erday - 7 days a week!! They specialize in Pulled Pork - Pulled Pork Pancakes and Sammies in particular!! They were even featured on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives on the food network (I use to watch that show all the time in highschool!) :D The retro American theme they have going on is too cute!! Pulled Pork Sandwich $12.50 3.5/5 stars   Wow, this thing was MASSIVE. It didn't look that huge when it arrived at the table, but once you take off the bun you realize just how much pulled pork they cram into this thing!! Seriously - there was a huge mountain of pulled pork - to the point where it was overflowing haha!!    I've never had so much trouble finishing a sandwich - ever LOL!!I only ate the pulled pork, and shared most of the bun with my mom, because it was just too much haha!!   The pork itself was super moist and very wet in texture! The BBQ flavour isn't too in your face, and it's accentuated by a nice spiciness! I would've liked if tasted more smokey haha - but overall, really good!!    The Portuguese bun they use was super springy and soft - and wasn't dense at all!! Eat it quick
May 05, 2015
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Michael Kwan
+4
"Since The Red Wagon only has pulled pork on the weekends, I had to go for something with pulled pork. I opted against the pulled pork pancakes and went with the pulled pork benny instead. This take on an Eggs Benedict was tasty without being too salty. "

Check the comment below for a link to the full written review.
Apr 20, 2015
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Phoenixbird
+4.5
We had the Super Trucker (chunky potatoes, pork belly, pulled pork, pancakes, toast and Jack Daniels Syrup) and Pulled Pork Eggs Benedict! Both amazing! Great portions and delicious... Esp the pulled pork, sweet & tangy! Long wait (about an hour), but Great and speedy service.
Apr 04, 2015
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Clay
+4.5
I didn't want the pulled pork to end
Jan 24, 2015
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Johndoe822
+4.5
Supa Trucka!!!. Can't be beat. This place never disappoints with food. The pulled pork is excellent with the JD syrup. Pork belly to die for. Even the regular menu items are all made with love. Fun atmosphere, service can be a little slow (but worth it).

Why are you still reading? Get those boots on!
Nov 28, 2014
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Samantha Bruin
+4.5
Yum!. This place is funky. Really good food but not the best diner food around. I'd love to come for breakfast sometime.
Nov 14, 2014
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Angela Tible Fernandez
+4.5
Friendly staff! Great breakfast and lots to choose from! My only problem was that they didnt mention about any charges to the coffee and when he poured it i assumed it was free since he didnt mention anything until i got the bill and it was 2.50 each. Not much of a coffee drinker. But overall a good experience.
Oct 05, 2014
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LKP
+4.5
Pulled Pork Pancakes. Can't go wrong with the signature dishes. The pulled pork pancake was awesome - if you go for the Super Trucker option, add the JD sauce. Pork Belly was delicious as well. Highly recommend.
Sep 17, 2014
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Laughingman
+4.5
Believe the Hype!. I finally tried this one today after it having been on my wishlist for a few years. Although I often find that places like this are just over-hyped hipster refuges, this place has actually earned its reputation. It's decadent in all the right places with generous portions or pork belly and JD sauces. The line that forms outside this place is deserved and it's worth waiting a bit to get this food.

On a side note, although I went in expecting a hipster fashion show on the service side, I was pleasantly surprised to find the service friendly, efficient and genuine,
Aug 22, 2014
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AB25
+4.5
Great experience!. Line-up looks daunting, but if it is just for 2 it moves very quickly. Excellent servers. Coffee is not the best, average diner coffee. Diverse menu with some interesting options. Trucker breakfast is excellent, but too large for one. Pulled pork pancakes are interesting - definitely not for everyone. Benny's are decent. Great place for a big weekend brunch!
Jul 01, 2014
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Zak Taylor
+4.5
Yum!. Finally tried the Red Wagon today for an early lunch. Had been to their other place, Bistro Wagon Rouge quite a few times and really like what they have going on there. Red Wagon is a diner with more hearty, less fancy, fare. The place was full but I got the best spot at the counter. The waitress was very nice and all the staff were calm and on top of things.

The waitress recommended the Pulled Pork Pancakes and the Crisp Pork Belly dish. I tried the Crisp Pork Belly with salsa verde, poached eggs, homefries and she substituted the toast for a pancake. I was really glad I got this dish - it was delicious! The Pork Belly portion was large and it was nice and crispy, salsa, eggs and pancake were also on point and with a dash of hot sauce this dish just worked together.

Food was creative and tasty with good portion size and served by professional, friendly staff. Will definitely be back!
Jun 06, 2014
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Jenn
+4.5
Delicious comfort food + great service = winning combination. I was here several months ago for the first time and my eyes still light up whenever I talk about this place. We arrived on a sunny Saturday morning, so naturally, there was a bit of a wait. The staff were great and even served mini donuts to the people waiting outside. I ordered the Super Trucker, which was amazing. Those pulled pork pancakes were delicious! I like having meat, eggs and potatoes with something sweet for breakfast and I find that not many places offer combos like these. Red Wagon definitely hit the spot and I definitely want to make a return visit.
Apr 18, 2014
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F.reviewer
+4.5
Lovely place. Very nice casual place. I had a great experience. They are very busy, though. Go there with time and enjoy the ambience. I had lots of fun sitting at the counter and experiencing the whole vibe, having a drink while waiting for my order. I took a little while but again, I was not in a hurry. I actually wanted to enjoy it. Awesome food, by the way!
Mar 04, 2014
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Jason Dhatt
+4.5
Busy but wort the wait. Casual place. Had breakfast and it was a good hangover cure. Chill atmosphere but usually a wait for breakfast... Good diner grub here done well
Feb 11, 2014
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Because1215
+4.5
Food was tasty~ especially the pulled pork pancakes and syrup~ however it was on the heavy side and quite greasy~
Dec 25, 2013
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Frydiggy
+4.5
We went on a Wednesday around noon and only had to wait about 15 minutes to get a table. Almost every time I've been by this place it has had a line-up, thanks to triple D, so we were happy with the short wait.

Most people in the restaurant were getting the pulled-pork pancakes, and I started to regret no ordering them after seeing how good they looked. I probably would have needed an afternoon nap if I had though. Next time! Anyways, I had the burger which is made with local beef ground on the premises. I was very excited when the waitress explained that the burger might be a bit pink inside. It's about time people started doing this. The burger was juicy and delicious, and the flavour of the beef was excellent. There was a good choice of toppings for you to customize your burger with. I had the aged cheddar which was very sharp, just how I like it. The bun was also great, soft and fresh. The fries were also crispy and well-seasoned, which is where a lot of other burger places fall short. Well done Red Wagon!

As a side note, my sister had the falafel burger which I didn't enjoy, and I love falafels. The exterior wasn't overly crispy and the interior was mushy and stodgy rather than nicely textured. I'd even say they went a bit heavy on the cumin and coriander, and I do love spice.

Either way I'll be back for more burgers and pulled-pork pancakes!
Dec 19, 2013
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Sarah G
+4.5
Long waits (we waited in the pouring rain) but I think that tells you how much people enjoy this place. Had the full meal deal- pulled pork pancakes, pork belly, eggs, toast.. Forget what else came w it. I couldn't finish but wow was it all yummy!!! I was stuffed!! It was very busy but staff did their best and kept on smiling. Will return :)
Aug 09, 2013
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EV Dave
+4.5
I liked it, but I don't really see what the huge deal is. The food is pretty good, and people are nice, but it was a bit disappointing after hearing how great it was supposed to be. I've been in lots of diner type places with just as good or better food. Especially with the constant long lineups, hard to imagine we will be back really. Lots of great places within a block or two.
Apr 28, 2013
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Chibiliu
+4.5
The waiter/waitresses were extremely friendly. While even baked a batch of ooey-gooey complimentary chocolate chip cookies! Food was on the oily side for me but its a must try!
Dec 09, 2012
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Brand
+4.5
The burgers here are prime time and one of the tops in Vancouver.

Service here is good and on the ball.
Dec 08, 2012
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Amy So
+4
We went there for brunch at around 2pm on a Sunday, and it was so packed by the time we got there. Nonetheless, the service is friendly, and what I considered as a large-portion meal is just awesome! The crispy pork belly meal was just so fulfilling that I ended up not eating anything else for the rest of the day! I shall visit this place again!
Dec 02, 2012
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RP
+4.5
Very delicious breakfasts! But don't make the mistake I did by coming at 11 on a Saturday be prepared to wait in line! Was worth it after all
Nov 29, 2012
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Jillian
+4.5
I thought it was so good I went two days in a row! Pulled pork pancakes were good... Watch out chicken and waffles this new crazy breakfast sensation might take over! Plus I love the mom and pop independent hippie feel to it.
Nov 05, 2012
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Rachel
+4.5
Super trucker is the way to go. Crisp pork belly, those famous pulled pork pancakes, tender home fries with eggs+toast. Huge meal that I couldn't finish but loved every bite I could eat! Showed up before 10am on a Saturday morning and waited about 10 minutes for a table for 3. Friendly and chipper service by our waitress - we need more people in our service industry like her!
Oct 13, 2012
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Puj
+4.5
Meh. Came here a while back for lunch with my boyfriend, and was uuuuunimpressed. Server was so adorable, and created a great first impression. Restaurant wasn't busy, we got a table within a couple minutes. Coffee refills aren't free. (need I say more??...) I ordered the cobb salad and my boyfriend ordered a burger (can't remember what kind it was... it was awfully unmemorable) My cobb salad was SWIMMING in dressing. No balance at all. There was so much dressing I couldn't even taste the salad. Just an EXTREMELY vinegary vinaigrette. There was practically no avocado too, which is the best part of the salad. I ate half and was really bitter that I was still hungry. My boyfriend let me taste his burger, which was really dry and overall lacking flavour. Too bad. We came here not knowing it was on DDD, and when we found out we were pretty shocked. I wouldn't go back to try anything else.
Sep 24, 2012
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Amybean
+4.5
Great food! Super busy but the safe where great! Only complaints is the location is super far away so it was a treck to get there.... Also use the bathroom before you go because the toilet is in the back of the place meaning you have to walk through waiters, cooks, and everyone else to use it!
Sep 21, 2012
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Lraep
+4.5
Good Food & Service. We've probably arrived at the busiest time for lunch. At 12:15, there was a line-up outside the Restaurant. Since we're only 2, we're seated at a small table quite quickly. We ordered a pulled pork sandwiches & a red tuna salad to share. The food took a while, but taste was good. Service was great as well. By 13:00, the line-up was cleared.
Sep 15, 2012
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Timone
+4.5
Pretty tasty!. My boyfriend and I went into the busy diner for dinner and were both satisfied with our meals! He had the pulled pork sandwich and I had the smoked tofu sandwich...I felt like I fit in to the world that has found this recent obsession with pulled pork! It was really good and the fries were nice and crispy; I would definitely go back!
Sep 09, 2012
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Drew Sutherland
+4.5
The food looked good on DDD (Guy Fieri knows how to pick 'em). Was even better in real life. Confit pork belly, pulled pork pancakes. All spectacular. Prepare to wait for a table, but believe me it's worth it!
Sep 07, 2012
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Peter Cook
+4.5
I went for lunch at 2:00 on a weekday and it was busy but we sat down right away. The waitresses were fast and friendly, we ordered right away and had our food 15 minutes later. The menu isn't cheap but it is worth it. You are getting a grade of food that surpasses anything you'd expect out of a cafe.
I had a beet and bacon soup with a crisp pork belly sandwich on toasted garlic sourdough. My wife had a smoked tomato soup and a grilled cheddar and goat cheese sandwich with smoked bacon. Our food was fantastic, maybe not a "heart smart" meal but they have salads and lighter fare as well. They are liscenced for beer and wine and make espresso drinks and teas as well.
This is a MUST try in Vancouver. Two thumbs up.
Sep 05, 2012
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Elizabeth99
+4.5
If you like Diner-style Food, Atmosphere, Good Service & Value, then try The Red Wagon!. My husband & I loved the unique Pulled Pork Pancakes and Pork Belly Sandwich although I found the homemade chips a bit too greasy. Considering how busy it was at 1:00 on a Friday, the service was very good and friendly. Line-up outside moved quickly. If you've looked at the menu, this is not to place to go if you're strictly watching your diet in any way. It IS a great occasional indulgence.
Aug 19, 2012
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Likestoeat
+4.5
Good on the weekends but.... I've had breakfast there during the weekends and the food was great. Went once during the week and it was so-so. The omelet was average, toast was cold and stale and the home fries where also cold and way too salty.
I think there was a different cook that day and our food sat on the serving counter for a while before being brought to us. Anyways will most likely only eat there on the weekends from now on.
Jul 20, 2012
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