CAVU - Richmond, British Columbia

Cavu Kitchen Bar in Richmond certainly knows how to draw a crowd with their National Burger Day BOGO deal. The initial service was commendable, with a server who was both attentive and friendly, setting a positive tone for the meal. The nachos, however, were a letdown, lacking the robust topping variety one ... might expect, and while the cheese quality surpassed that of Good Co, the absence of salsa left the dish feeling incomplete. The smash burgers, a highlight in theory, fell short in execution with under-seasoned patties and disproportionately large buns that detracted from the overall moisture and flavor. The fries, too, were a disappointment, promising crunch yet delivering a softness that defied their well-cooked appearance. As the evening progressed and the restaurant filled, the attentive service waned, with a noticeable delay in receiving the bill. Observations of other staff members attending to tasks while my server was overwhelmed suggest a potential mismanagement of duties. This experience leaves one pondering the disparity between personal experience and the glowing reviews Cavu Kitchen Bar has received. Read more

Went for lunch on Tuesday for their BOGO special. It was half full when we arrived. It took 40 plus minutes for our burgers to arrive. I also ordered a seafood chowder. It was bland, and it seemed like they ran out of salt and seasonings. I put salt ... and black pepper myself, and still no taste. I can only taste the sweetness of the onion. Both burgers were bland too. The vegan burger was soft and horrible. It was not cheap too. Their Signature burger was way off. A whopper would taste better than that. Don't waste your time and parking was expensive. Read more

I visited CAVU for the BOGO burgers on #internationalburgerday and enjoyed the experience. The sautéed onions were a nice touch on the Cavu Burger, giving it a great natural taste with perfectly cooked onions, smoked cheese, and bacon. However, if you're after a saucy, messy burger, this isn't the one ... for you. I'd recommend the smash burgers instead. If the Cavu Burger were priced like this regularly, the place would be packed. As a frequent burger enthusiast, I'd hate to see this burger not get the exposure it deserves. That's my suggestion to management. Read more

Very friendly staff with great food. I chose the smash burger which was very tasty.

The risotto is very soft and mushy. The chicken burger was mediocre, the chicken was quite thin. The pork belly and ribs was ok. Our server was nice and attentive. This restaurant is not busy so it's a good place for meetings.