While Angelina’s Dutch Corner owner Eric Missouri is not technically Dutch, he is “honorary Dutch because I’ve been doing Dutch cooking and have been around Dutch people for the last 25 years,” he explains.
Missouri took over from the original Dutch owners in 2013 and has kept the family-friendly ethos of the original restaurant since.
Located right on the beautiful waterfront of the New Westminster Quay, Angelina’s specializes in authentic Dutch food, including a delicious selection of sweet and savoury pannekoeken – a type of large, thin pancake that is a popular Dutch breakfast food.
“The Dutch pannekoeken have a very special meaning to me,” Missouri says.
“I’m a morning person. That’s always the first thing that comes to mind when I want my breakfast. I enjoy the atmosphere here of people enjoying their coffee and breakfast while looking out over the water.”
Angelina’s has a large patio where dogs are welcome, perfect in the milder months for enjoying the views of the waterfront.
“The patio is excellent for dog lovers. While, unfortunately, the dogs aren’t allowed in the restaurant, they can still sit and enjoy them on the deck,” Missouri says.
The authentic Dutch restaurant is open until late afternoon and serves a variety of dinner entrees now, as well, including fish and chips. Along with the pannekoeken, Angelina’s is famous for its mixed berries and whipped cream waffle, big eggs benedict, and its brunch and drinks menu.
Don’t worry about leaving hungry. Angelina’s is also known for its generous portion sizes.
For Missouri, who has three children with twins on the way, family is the heart of the restaurant. While his oldest is only 12, he hopes the children will one day help him continue the family business.
Because of his own love for his family, Missouri ensures Angelina’s creates a welcoming space for families of all shapes and sizes. The bright and colourful restaurant is the ideal place to gather with family to enjoy a meal together, whether you’re sitting down inside or stopping for freshly squeezed orange juice or an espresso after a walk along the waterfront.
“We are a small family business, and we’re raising children at the same time,” Missouri says.
“We always welcome families, we have lots of space for strollers, and offer kids colouring sheets.”
Angelina’s prides itself on being an important part of the community, with a staff of over 40 employees who contribute to its success.
“The team is working hard to build the restaurant. We have over 40 employees, and we support the local economy,” Missouri says.
That includes providing employment for people with special needs and partnering with Douglas College to provide its students with work experience in the hospitality industry.
“We try our best to stay in touch with the community and support it,” Missouri says.
To learn more and order online, visit angelinasdutchcorner.ca.
