Dining at Joe Forte's Makes You Feel Like a Star


© Eve Carr

Billy Joel and Arnold Schwarzenegger know what it takes to work hard to deliver solid entertainment. After work, they also know how to play hard as well as zero in on quality dining experiences. When in popular filming location Vancouver, British Columbia, for example, they-and a lot of other celebrities-head for the stylish Joe Forte's Seafood & Chop House at Robson and Thurlow Streets.

Here, in a 1890's décor rich with mahogany, marble and brass, subdued lighting that sets a casual, relaxed tone, and soaring ceilings that offer an expansive open feeling, they can sit back, relax with friends, co-workers and fans and treat themselves to some delicious dining.

Joe Fortes recently won a couple of awards this year. The 2002 DiRoNA (Distinguished Restaurants of North America) awards ceremony was held in Seattle, WA. This group recognizes the most exclusive fine dining establishments in US, Canada and Mexico. Joe Fortes had to pass a rigorous 75-point anonymous and independent inspection conducted some time over the past year. The award is given due to the exceptional food and wine, quality of service, genuine hospitality and sophisticated atmosphere of the restaurant.

Joe Fortes also received The Most Memorable Meal award from Where Magazine on 30 September 2002 for 2002 Best Seafood Restaurant in Vancouver. This is on top of the 2001 Best Overall Restaurant and 2001 Best Service awards from Where Magazine. Joe's was nominated for Best Dessert this year, but narrowly missed out by another distinguished talent. And Joe Fortes has also been awarded ten years running by the Wine Spectator.

But you don't have to be a star to enjoy the Joe Forte's experience. Walk into this trendy Vancouver watering hole and you'll receive a star-worthy welcome yourself. The entire staff, who regularly play host to the sports and entertainment celebrities, will deliver first-class, personalized service to you as you sip the world's best beverages and savor an array of outstanding cuisine, and enjoy service that that will make you feel like a star. Joe Forte's doesn't just hire servers. Their recruitment advertisement is "If you have the passion and drive to become the best, and try to find an environment that will challenge your abilities, then send an e-mail with your resume and a cover letter to harrys@joefortes.ca to get things started." As a result, they get servers who go out of their way to see that you not only dine, but enjoy the experience of Joe Fortes as well.

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