{"id":18392,"date":"2019-10-07T17:04:13","date_gmt":"2019-10-08T00:04:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickydiners.com\/www\/?p=18392"},"modified":"2020-03-20T17:01:47","modified_gmt":"2020-03-21T00:01:47","slug":"newly-opened-beetbox-is-replacing-little-juke-to-provide-comfort-but-much-healthier-food-in-the-west-end","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickydiners.com\/www\/newly-opened-beetbox-is-replacing-little-juke-to-provide-comfort-but-much-healthier-food-in-the-west-end\/","title":{"rendered":"New Opening: Beetbox is replacing Little Juke to provide comfort, but much healthier food in the West End"},"content":{"rendered":"

I was invited to a preview media event at a new restaurant concept on Davie street. The new spot is run by the same folks, veteran restauranteurs\u00a0 who run Juke Chicken, the popular Chinatown eatery for delicious gluten-free fried chicken. From the address, it seems to be where Little Juke is located. I have always loved the mini version of Juke as I live only a couple blocks away right outside of the West End.\u00a0 \u00a0Are they taking away Little Juke?\u00a0 And yes they have. The new restaurant is called Beetbox<\/strong><\/a>. From fried chicken to all vegan, this dramatic change is somewhat shocking but I am eager to find out how the food tastes here.\u00a0 Beetbox is opening on October 10, 2019.<\/p>\n

First we were welcomed by some vegan White Negroni<\/strong>. Having been drinking negroni for such a long time, I have no idea that both Campari and Vermouth are not vegan friendly, as animal based gelatin might have been used in the making process. Therefore, to have enjoy a 100% vegan negroni, Beetbox is the where to go in the West End.\u00a0\u00a0At the bar, Beetbox also offers local craft beer and vegan-friendly BC wine exclusively on tap in addition to its eclectic list of cocktails, zero-proof libations and kombucha as well as vegan milkshakes.<\/p>\n

\"White<\/a>
White Negroni @ Beetbox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cWe worked hard to create a menu that was accessible to everyone, ethical, and most importantly \u2014 delicious,\u201d says chef + co-owner Bryan Satterford. \u201cAs an omnivore chef, I was able to approach it from a different angle and design a menu of meat alternatives that has the feel, texture, and taste of the real thing.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Beetbox\"<\/a>
Beetbox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The new restaurant runs counter-service and can seat 24 in a bright, open space. The 100 percent plant-based menu include interesting meat alternatives for lunch, dinner and late-night service as well as take-out and delivery via DoorDash and Foodora.\u00a0 The mains include\u00a0Fried Chick-Un Sandwich (<\/strong>$9) featuring breaded and fried seitan, miso aioli, shaved cabbage, spicy pickled cucumber,\u00a0Burger with Cheese\u00a0<\/strong>($9) loaded with plant-based patty, aquafaba Thousand Island\u00a0sauce, iceberg, tomato, red onion, fried onion, pickles), $9,\u00a0Crispy Gordita\u00a0<\/strong>($9) made of pickled and fresh slaw\u00a0with avocado dressing, crispy corn tortilla, zesty queso, mixed oyster mushrooms, black beans,\u00a0Chorizo-Verde on a\u00a0Bun\u00a0<\/strong>($9) is prepared with house-made sausage, slaw, pickled onions, romesco dressing, crispy\u00a0fried onions.<\/p>\n

I quite enjoyed the Chick-Un Sandwich and the “Cheese Burger”, both exhibited satisfying savoury tastes and succulent textures that are close to actually fried chicken and grilled patty.<\/p>\n

\"Burger<\/a>
Burger with Cheese<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Crispy<\/a>
Crispy Gordita<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There are also many sides prepaid Hot or Cold. The Hot Sides include\u00a0Chili Cheese Fries\u00a0<\/strong>($10,\u00a0Mushroom XO Roasted Broccoli\u00a0<\/strong>($6),\u00a0<\/span>Tempura Onion Rings\u00a0<\/strong>($6),\u00a0Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts\u00a0<\/strong>($6), and\u00a0Satay Rice Cake\u00a0<\/strong>($6).\u00a0 The Cold Sides include\u00a0Baby Gem Salad\u00a0<\/strong>($12),\u00a0Curry Cauliflower Salad\u00a0<\/strong>($12),\u00a0\u00a0Roasted Kabocha Squash Salad<\/strong>\u00a0($12),\u00a0Beet & Apple Salad\u00a0<\/strong>($12), and\u00a0Carrot, Farro & Avocado Salad\u00a0<\/strong>($12).<\/p>\n

I was particularly impressed with the Tempura Onion Rings – the amount of heartiness and crunchiness was incredible.<\/p>\n

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\"Tempura<\/a>
Tempura Onion Rings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Chili<\/a>
Chili Cheese Fries<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Beet<\/a>
Beet & Apple Salad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Roasted<\/a>
Roasted Kabocha Squash Salad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Carrot,<\/a>
Carrot, Farro & Avocado Salad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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\"Beetbox<\/a>
Beetbox Vegan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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\"Beetbox<\/a>
Beetbox Vegan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Final thoughts<\/h3>\n

Although I am a little sad that I wouldn’t be able to pick up Juke’s fried chicken conveniently in the West End anymore, I still appreciate a new vegan restaurant option in the neighbourhood. Among all the dishes I tasted at the preview, I highly recommend the Fried Chick-Un Sandwich, and the Crispy Gordita Burger, both provide the savoury flavours and succulent texture that fried chicken or beef patty would have. I also loved the Tempura Onion Ring – a much heartier version than the regular onion rings packed with flavours. Beetbox is opening on October 10, and get ready for some tasty, healthy comfort food in the West End.<\/p>\n

$$<\/strong><\/p>\n

rating: 3.5\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Beatbox<\/em><\/h3>\n

1074 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3<\/em>
\n(604) 233-8269 or www.beetboxveg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n