Sushimoto: Burnaby

Overview:

Sushi Moto is a small, funky restaurant tucked away next to the Holdom Skytrain Station off of Lougheed Highway. The restaurant has an interesting selection of sushi and other Japanese inspired menu items as well as quite the collection of characters and other figurines  in a display case and decorating the walls.

Thoughts:
The rolls were not large but the rice layer was thin making more room for the better stuff. The food tasted good but the price is a little higher than average. There is also a good selection of specialty rolls if you are in the mood.

Decor was different, everything said Japanese except the movie and sports action figures in a large display at the bar seating. Would recommend this place if you are in the Holdom area and wanting sushi but there is better within a 15 minute drive.

Pros:

A decent option in the Holdom area of Burnaby. Nice restaurant and good food.

Cons:

Not really near anything so unless you are in the area it is out of the way. Not the cheapest but not too expensive, especially for what you get.

Contact Info:

102-2221 Holdom Ave,
Burnaby, BC
V5B 3A4

Phone: 604.293.2201

Hammond Park: Maple Ridge

Overview:
Small city park with an open field for play and childrens playground with swings.

Thoughts:
Went in the morning with the kids to play and it didn't have a welcoming feeling.  It was clean and well maintained but perhaps it is the area of town but the "ambiance" just wasn't quite right.  There is a large playset for the kids along with a few swings.  Lots of trees for shade and an open field.  No picnic tables or even picnic areas.  As well there was a small plaque with some history about the area.

Pros:
Newer equipment and good place to go to kill an hour or so.

Cons:
Not too big, and not many people around. Not much parking other than street parking.

Contact Information:
114th Ave and Waresley St.
Maple Ridge, BC