Moose's Down Under

Stopped by Moose's Down Under for some appetizers and drinks one evening in the city. I'm embarrassed to admit that in my travel-worn state, I initially thought that the "Down Under" part of their name was referring to the fact that you walk down a set a stairs to enter this restaurant (very New York City-esque) but it was in fact, a connection to Australia - which immediately clicked when our waiter promptly introduced himself to us with an Aussie accent. Silly me. I didn't select the place... I was just along for the ride.

My dining partner and I ended up with some Chicken Satay Bites and Fries, both of which were pretty tasty! I enjoyed the seasoning on the Fries very much. The drinks were a welcome addition to our little meal. I cannot speak to the authenticity of the menu's connection to Australia as I have never visited, but I do not think we selected options that were too representative of the country's culinary inclinations anyhow.

The food was good, not great. What ended up standing out to me was the service. Several waiters made their way over to our table, so we were able to order promptly and get refills on our beverages with little wait. Everyone was very nice and it made our overall experience an enjoyable one.

A decent place to grab a bite and a bevvie.

OMG you have to go!!
Best service
Best food prep and flavors
The unique ambiance is, well I travel from Alaska to Chicago, Seattle to Los Angeles, there is no other fiber establishment than Moose's Down Under!
Stop in, recommend reservations of course, the locals know all too well where to find the finest cuisine and bar.

We tried this place because it was a close walk from our hotel. The ambiance was good as it's a sports bar. The service was great. The food was just ok but there was plenty of it. We tried the Aussie poutine. It had good flavor and the parts that weren't covered in gravy were crispy. I had the fish and chips. It was a little too greasy for me but had good flavor. I'd go back again if I return to Vancouver. It's a neat little place to eat. It was kinda hard for me to find until I realized it was one flight of stairs down (think New York restaurant). Totally added another dimension to the "down under" feel. Haha

A fun little Austrialian-themed watering hole and after work wind-down joint, complete with beer, wine, cocktails and a menu listing all sorts of comfort food options. The place is downstairs which adds a cozy sort of vibe.

I was here to meet up with Yelp friends including the lovely Jasmine A. So we had a great time! Beers were consumed including "Big Rock Brewery" (Calgary) and "Steam Whistle" (Ontario).

Great friendly service, decent prices and the pizza I demolished was delicious.

[Review 20863 overall - 40 in British Columbia - 1847 of 2023.]

Great Australian pub and restaurant! Good drinks. Poutine and meat pie were awesome!

Something unique in the Pender area! Found some authentic Aussie beers that I hadn't seen in the States for a long while. Service was friendly. We visited late evening so didn't try the food.

"At Moose's Down Under, each dish is crafted to be a symphony of exquisite flavors, capturing the essence of culinary excellence. Paired with our warm and attentive service, your dining experience becomes more than just a meal--it's a moment of comfort and delight that lingers long after the last bite."

I feel like I'm late coming to the party.

I just "discovered" this place. I know, it's been around a while, right? And it's known for its great Aussie charm, expansive pub menu, and weekly trivia nights, right?

Well, I have to say, it totally lives up to the hype!

On one of the many Vancouver subscriptions I get on Facebook, one week's post showcased city trivia sites, and Moose's was ranked at the top. I love trivia, and since I'm slowly venturing out more post-COVID, I decided to check this place out. I made reservations for a table for 3 friends and myself for a Wednesday night (their trivia night), for 6pm (trivia starts around 7pm), and we all had SUCH a fun evening!

There are daily drink specials, and this night, the special was for Long Island Iced Teas. I had a few and they were great! And for dinner I had a BLT with a side salad, and it too was great. (Nothing special, but it was not greasy, the bread and ingredients were fresh, and it was like comfort food you'd get at a local diner). Everyone in my party was happy with their meals and drinks. And our server was attentive and friendly.

Trivia was AWESOME! The host was SO personable, and the rules were casual and fun, with the questions covering a broad range of topics. I've not been to a bar's trivia night in years, but I used to go a lot in Seattle, and I've not known a place to give out "prizes" of free shots and /or beer to winning teams, or to acknowledge "celebrations" (birthdays, anniversaries, new jobs, etc.) also with free shots or beers. It was like one big friendly get-together, with the whole bar singing "happy birthday" to two celebrants, and everyone cheering everyone else on. Such a casual, friendly vibe here. Very enjoyable.

(My team, incidentally, was leading after the first and the second rounds, shockingly enough! Then we crashed and burned. hahahahaha).

I should note that the whole place was clean, even the washrooms.

The host made an announcement after the trivia game that they'll have karaoke here later this week and a comedy show on Saturday, too. So clearly this place has other events, other than their weekly trivia nights. Good to know.

We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and plan on returning. I'm thinking of organizing an UYE here, perhaps in the fall, for fellow Yelpers. Who's in?!?!

Recently visited this place again for a weekday lunch. Their food is still really good and service was excellent. Drinks were served promptly and when one wasn't correctly made they were quick to fix it.

A friend of mine recommended getting a Super Parmies so I ended up with a Thunder from Down Under including: Tomato Sauce, cheese, pineapple, beets and a fried egg on top. I'd highly recommend sharing this dish if you can as it can be quite overwhelming for the average person. Support this local business cause it's delicious!

Myself and 3 friends went to Moose's Down Under. It was a great place. The food is awesome and the waitress was great. The staff there are friendly. It was our first time ever going there. We will go there again.
I recommend anyone who likes Aussie food go there. I had the NZ lamb burger and some Onion Rings. We also had steak bites. They are really good. They have a variety of food. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.
Thank You.
Carl B from Vancouver, BC.