The call of the wild beckons as the West End’s Jungle Room celebrates its first year of food, drink, and untamed fun. Since opening its doors on April 28, 2023, Vancouver’s first and only jungle-themed cocktail bar and restaurant has garnered praise for its innovative menu, immersive decor, and commitment to community involvement. To mark this milestone, Jungle Room will be offering a special three-course anniversary menu priced at $59, available from Monday, April 22 to Sunday, April 28.
The anniversary menu features standout dishes created in collaboration with Consulting Chef Alessandro Vianello (Vianello Hospitality) and Jungle Room’s talented in-house chefs, Krisyanto and Mariko Foster. Showcasing Jungle Room’s signature blend of elevated Indonesian cuisine and Japanese street food, guests can choose from some of the restaurant’s most popular items, such as Ahi Tuna Tartare with taro chips and Nasi Goreng Arancini, along with main courses like Uni Soba and Crying Tiger Pork Belly. For dessert, diners can indulge in treats like a plant-based Indonesian-inspired Pisang Goreng Affogato and a Dole Whip Sundae —- taking its cue from the cherished tropical cold treat.
As part of its anniversary festivities, Jungle Room will be serving up a selection of signature cocktails in partnership with Diageo, perfect for pairing with a celebratory meal of shared plates. Get things shaking with libations like the Pink Sombrero, made with Don Julio Blanco tequila featuring notes of coconut, hibiscus, and pear, or the Missed Connection, showcasing Tanqueray gin, calvados, apricot brandy, lemon, basil, and celery bitters. In line with Jungle Room’s commitment to environmental stewardship, a portion of the proceeds from cocktail sales during the anniversary celebration will be donated to Pacific Wild, an initiative dedicated to protecting British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest.
To extend the party, Jungle Room’s first anniversary celebration will culminate with an industry night in which all are welcome on Sunday, April 28 from 5 pm onwards featuring the renowned DJ Nik Nero on the decks. Additionally, throughout the week leading up to the industry night Jungle Room will keep the atmosphere going with a lineup of live music and DJs including Rae Diamendz, Phil Bo, Datguyry, and Loko Boy.
Throughout its first year, Jungle Room has received several accolades, including being named a Top 100 finalist for the Western Living’s Design 25 Awards. The restaurant’s captivating interior, adorned with lush greenery and hanging leaves and intimate nooks with plush seating, has provided diners with a refreshing escape from the urban jungle of the city.
Jungle Room’s First Anniversary Menu
Available April 22-28, 2024 / $59 per person
- Starters
- Ahi Tuna Tartare (gf)
- Taro chips, sambal ijo, ginger emulsion, tobiko, chives
– Or – - Nasi Goreng Arancini
- Crispy fried rice, chilli shrimp sauce, sambal aioli, kecap manis, pickled cucumber
– Or – - Agedashii tofu (vegan)
- Kombu broth, daikon, yuzu kosho, nori puree, toasted soybean powder
- Add 10g Oscietra Royale Caviar $49
- Mains
- Uni Soba
- Buckwheat noodles, local sea urchin & lobster dashi butter, sambal oelek, tobiko
- Add pan-seared scallops (2) $12
– Or – - Sauteed rice cakes (vegan)
- Spicy sesame sauce, chilli crunch, peas, edamame, corn, wasabi pea crumble
– Or – - Crying Tiger Pork Belly (gf)
- Crackling, green papaya & carrot salad, crying tiger sauce, crispy shallot & capers, cilantro, scallions
- Add 1 roasted bone marrow $12
- Desserts
- Pisang Goreng Affogato (vegan)
- Indonesian-style banana fritter “churro”, caramelized coconut sorbet, fresh espresso
- Make it boozy $6
– Or – - Deeper & Delicious
- Puffed rice dark chocolate, black sesame devil’s food cake, hojicha milk chocolate buttercream, passion fruit caramel, white coffee ice cream
– Or – - Dole Whip Sundae (gf)
- Ginger chantilly, freeze-dried pineapple, calpico gel, toasted coconut
Looking ahead, Jungle Room has exciting plans for the coming months, including the announcement of a new Spring/Summer Menu in May and a Patio Event Series scheduled for June through September.
For reservations and updates on the anniversary celebration and the latest news, please visit Jungle Room’s website at www.jungleroom.ca and follow @jnglroom on Instagram.