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The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar

The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.thefatcow.ca
  • Email: chrisroper@shaw.ca
  • Phone: (778) 298-0077
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday - 11am - 10pm Friday 11am - midnight Saturday 9am - midnight Sunday 9am - 2pm Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00 pm - 12:00 am;
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Northwest, Contemporary French, English
  • Executive Chef: Christopher Leon Roper
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Wine
  • Private Party Contact: Chris Roper (604) 614-3611

Getting there

  • Cross Street: 201st and 96th
  • Parking: Private Lot
A word from The Fat Cow and Oyster Bar
The Fat Cow is located on the corner of 201st and 96th in Langley British Columbia we are a small and warm restaurant with dark hardwood floors and comfortable and relaxed seating. The Fat Cow serves up French inspired northwest cuisine as well as having a fully operational oyster bar
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerNorthwest
  • Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diner Reviews
  • "smoked mussels in huge red tureen spectacular, abundant and really delicious, frites and salt caramel ice cream great complements,corn bread and oyster chowder a hit, as well as wild salmon special"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Although in an unlikely spot (a small strip mall ) once you enter the restaurant you find yourself in a well-appointed, warm and friendly atmosphere. The staff is attentive without being intrusive. The food focuses on less well-known cuts of meat etc. but all of it prepared wonderfully. We had the BLT panzanella which is to die for, followed by the chicken with waffles. I am not usually a fan of chicken, but this was the best chicken I've had in ages, and was accompanied by, of all things, waffles with bacon and leeks. Sounds weird, but what a wonderful combination of sweet and savory. The wine list is not extensive but is very good and the house wine was excellent. Our only regret was that we had no room left for desert!"
    Dined on 2/25/2014
  • "Food was great. Service was a bit slower than expected, but we were having appies and socializing so it wasn't a big deal. Staff was warm and welcoming. If it was closer to home I would go regularly. Love that ingredients are sourced as locally as possible."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Since moving to Walnut Grove this has been a go to dining out experience at least 3 times a month. We bring all of our friends. Food & service are always excellent. My favourite is Oysters, followed by duck confit."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We looked forward to trying theFat Cow, as we love to find little neighbourhood gems. We had heard the food was great, but service lacking. Our experience was consistent with that assessment. We were seated promptly, but waited for a server, of which there were only two on a busy Saturday night. There was no bartender, and the hostess was clearing plates. We waited for food which we saw sit on the pass bar for at least 5 minutes. Plates from our first course sat for 15 minutes after finishing. The food was excellent. I had the duck, and my wife ordered the chicken and waffles. We found it noisy, but not distracting. Live music was unexpected,but enjoyable. This could be a very nice little spot with appropriate staffing."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We had a good time. The pork was over cooked but the veg was good. The palare cleanser was wonderful. Yhe miange was great. The flavours could be more intense"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Well it was not what we expected turning into the little neighborhood strip mall. The interior had a total downtown vibe and so refreshing to find in langley. We had a set menu so the food was a bit bland but the presentation was spot on. The oyster starter had nice flavor but still sandy unfortuately, with only one per person, it would be vital to ensure a cleaner presentation. The deconstructed salad was very pretty and flavorful but definately light. The basil sorbet with salt n pepper and honey was a lovely palate cleasner :) and went down very nicely. Our main dish was a braised beef with asparagus and sweet potato hash, it was very tender. The flavor was a bit bland though and could have used a stronger flavor profile."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Although the food was excellent as always, the set menu on Valentines Day was almost too limiting. Two oysters to start, one set appetizer, choice of 3 entrées, and one set dessert. Booked through Open Table and had no idea of the set menu until we actually sat down at the table. Returned to the Fat Cow's website after dinner to see if I missed the "set menu" advice and noticed there was in fact under "Menu" a link to the set menu for Valentines Day but it was easily missed. It was very busy, which was to be expected, but I felt they were overwhelmed. Had our Christmas Party here and that was an outstanding experience. We'll try again in the summer. Also, a small tea light each of the tables would add a bit of intimacy :)"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "My wife had the duck confit - excellent! I had the chicken and waffles; couldn't resist the unique combination of food items. I enjoyed the dish but would definitely choose a different menu item on our next visit."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "It was one the best little local finds when we moved out to Langley from the city. Having lived mostly in Vancouver, Burnaby, and New Westminster, I have always been drawn to progressive, locally sourced, ethnic, and individually owned restaurants. This is it! However, don't come if you are in a hurry. They have a limited amount of staff and so orders will take a bit longer than the usual fast/food restaurants that are everywhere."
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "Good food and a lot of choices even if you dont eat oysters! The waitress was polite but always seemed very nervous, add a crying baby and a singer at the keyboard and it was not a relaxing dinner... Good, but not relaxing!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Great food good service live music a bit to loud. We come for the food and atmosphere the later somewhat affected by the live music being too loud. We will be back but maybe a little earlier so as to avoid not being able to have a conversation!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Great to get a fantastic little restaurant with great food in our neibourhood. Fine dining. Also a great wine and beer list. Great nite out."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "THIS THE 3rd TIME WE HAVE GONE TO TEH FCAOB and this time our Server had attitude and was pretty unfriendly and not menu knowledgable. The food is why we goto the FCAOB and this time is was pretty blan. The Oysters all tasted exactly the same, veggies were over cooked, do not have the Waffel Chicken (basically a better version of deep fried chicken) or the Sturgen ( dry and flavorless - my fault for ordering famed) I will try somewhere else next time"
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "First visit with a 50th birthday girl party of 6. Location a bit off the beaten path but interior was warm and friendly. Menu has an interesting variety and the preparation and presentation was very good. Service was also very attentive. We are going back soon."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Great service and nice restaurant. Unfortunately, we are not oyster fans and ate the non-seafood items. Those items were underwhelming. I have heard the oysters are great though."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "One of the few top quality restaurants in Langley. An original menu featuring local items, carried off by a chef with talent and care. Service is friendly, informal and completely professional. We have eaten here several times a year since it opened; for anniversaries, with guests and when we just feel like a good meal."
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "We thought we would take the kids out for dinner and a movie on Saturday. Both were outstanding. Not often you get two for two. The guys had chicken and waffles and the gals had the pork shoulder and their steak feature. Unreal!"
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "The main meal was slow to come. The portions were small and didn't have much taste. The fish was cooked perfectly. The hamburger was dry and had hardly any blue cheese on it."
    Dined on 12/30/2013
  • "New Years Eve, 6:30pm When we walked into the restaurant, and verified our reservation, the girl showed us to our table, uttering the words: "I'll GRAB you some water." This is not the first time we've come across this "I'll grab you ..... " Seems to be taught in Culinary College, or not ? Once past this and the fact that we were seated at a dark and traffic ridden table, and moved to another, everything was good."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "This is one of our favourite local restaurants. It never fails to deliver expertly prepared meals and friendly, attentive service. All menu items are sourced locally and the freshness comes through in every bite."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Dinner was great! The staff was friendly and attentive. The live music duo was good. The only drawback is the noise level. They need to dampen the very reflective ceiling to cut back on the noise. We will be back!"
    Dined on 9/21/2013
  • "Several menu items were not available. Overall ok - nothing special Restaurant was recommended by a friend but I would be unlikely to make a return trip."
    Dined on 12/27/2013
  • "We came for our small Christmas Party and had just starters everything was excellent in taste and presentation. The service was great and would not hesitate to recommend this to our friends and family."
    Dined on 12/19/2013
  • "The Fat Cow Oyster Bar is an awesome diamond in the rough, great live entertainment that made the night. Service was superb, and the food was delectable. With dishes like Chicken and Waffles, which our table had two orders off, to the pumpernickel Sturgeon and of course Oysters with a great selection of raw and cooked it is hard to beat this little restaurant in the heart of the industrial park in Langley!!! I highly recommend you look it up."
    Dined on 12/20/2013
  • "Great food. Not large servings but the food quality and taste was amazing. The best corn bread I have ever tasted. Very fluffy and moist."
    Dined on 12/1/2013
  • "Great restaurant, great food really friendly staff reasonable prices. Location was hard to find, and a little out of the way."
    Dined on 11/29/2013
  • "The Victoria gin martini was the best I've tasted. My beet and goat salad was exceptional and the pork jowls superb."
    Dined on 11/23/2013
  • "Our local fave haunt delivered again... We dined with another couple this time, shared a couple bottles of Malbec, oysters and mussels to whet our appetites, and rib eye to ultimately finish off the drive to the main course. Each bite along the way was flavourful and satisfying. We'll be back again soon!"
    Dined on 11/10/2013
  • "Nice place, great food, responsive service. Only bummer was the large group that came and brought young kids. One of the babies cried and I appreciate that mom was attempting to calm the babe but in a small intimate restaurant you can hear everything so the crying along with other kids walking about was rather disturbing..."
    Dined on 11/9/2013
  • "A very nice dinner, food was excellent.............."
    Dined on 11/5/2013
  • "We met friends for dinner on Saturday and had a liesurely dinner. It was above All of our expectations. The mussels and oysters were truly delicious. And our main courses were interestingly plated. Nice live music playing, Not too loud to prevent conversation. We will definitely return"
    Dined on 11/3/2013
  • "Ce repas est delicieux! Compliments to the chef. The complimentary prawn ceviche was phenomenal, Beau ate it even though he doesn't like seafood. The Chevre oyster was juicy and tender with a slight hint of rosemary, delicious with fresh squeezed lemon. Served with a side of argula (?) Tossed in balsamic reduction. Duck confit was served two ways. Looks like sliced seared duck breast medallions which had a milder flavour. As well as a crispy duck leg which was a lot more savoury than the medallions. Both tender and divine. Served with a panchetta (?) Cabbage ragu, seasonal vegetables and a quince gastrique. Overall a very satisfying meal. The House Wine (Fat Cow Red) was also great. Thank you for a delightful evening. Et à la prochaine fois"
    Dined on 11/1/2013
  • "We wanted to celebrate our anniversary at a different restaurant - not one that is a chain, filled with too young loud adults, where the waitresses are dressed in skin tight black. So happy I remembered this restaurant. The ambience was great. Service was pretty good - I think our waitress was relatively new and a little nervous. Food was great - the squash was not cooked through but I can see past that for how good the rest of the meal was. Can't wait to go back!!"
    Dined on 10/27/2013
  • "Was somewhat dissapointed. Ordered a dozen oysters, was not shucked properly, shells in oysters, oysters itself were mangled and no longer even looked like an oyster. Apple vinagrette was bland. Grilled octopus, for the price small portions, maybe 6 pieces, beans were not fully cooked and no smoke flavor in the smoked tomato. Ale and bacon muscles were good, while flavor was good, freshness of mussels were somewhat questionable."
    Dined on 10/26/2013
  • "Glad we heard about and found the restaurant on open table. A little pricey for portions and their online menu is not in-synch with current one in restaurant. (I was hoping for Caesar salad and filet)."
    Dined on 10/12/2013
  • "My boyfriend and I are still bragging about this place! We shared oysters to start which were tasty, clean and fresh, the baked ones were amazing. We then shared the grilled octopus and were mind blown - the 60 min egg was well worth the wait. The boyfriend ordered the burger and has yet to have a burger live up to those expectations since, the blue cheese is perfect and the meat was juicy. My halibut with squid ink gnocchi was great! Loved the fish and reasonably priced considering how expensive halibut is nowadays. The gold dusted cheesecake was delicious, I still wish I took a picture, beautiful presentation! We will definitely be returning"
    Dined on 9/11/2013
  • "Great for drinks, oysters and appies. The service however was really slow."
    Dined on 10/6/2013
  • "I love the focus on local, fresh ingredients at Fat Cow. The flavours are incredible, service is engaging and energetic. Some dishes are pure comfort food, others are innovative and unique. Meat is prepared perfect (particularly with seared tuna) and the kitchen was able to do vegetarian dishes on the spot."
    Dined on 10/3/2013
  • "Service was a bit slow given the restaurant was not full."
    Dined on 9/30/2013
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