🍸 Washington Avenue Grill in White Rock offers upscale‑casual Pacific Northwest cuisine with stellar Semiahmoo Bay views. Washington Avenue Grill is celebrated for its award-winning wine list, handcrafted martinis, fresh seafood like crab cakes and steamed mussels, plus classic mains such as flat iron steak and braised short ribs. The stylish venue features a scenic glass atrium, lively patio, live music midweek through Saturday, and attentive service, making it a top destination for sunset dinners, happy hour, or special outings.
Washington Avenue Grill menu in White Rock:
Soup du Jour or WAG Signature Crab Bisque
Tomato, basil, crab, cream, herbs, and spices.
Yam Fries
Served with ginger aioli.
Calamari
Preserved lemon, jalapeño, red onion, lime salt, and tzatziki.
Crispy Wonton Prawns
Wonton-crusted tiger prawns with chipotle plum sauce.
Smoked Salmon Wonton Crisps
Smoked lox, red onion, capers, dijon aioli, and greens.
Crab Cakes
Tarragon tartar with preserved lemon slaw.
Dry Ribs
Spicy sweet soy, ginger, and scallions — or classic salt and pepper.
Chili Soy Glazed Chicken Wings
Tossed with roasted peanut glaze, served with sesame cucumber lime aioli.
Glazed Back Ribs
Serrano honey ginger glaze with sesame cucumber lime aioli.
Steamed Mussels
Fresh mussels in tomato basil white wine broth with house-cut fries.
Shortrib Poutine
Fries, braised beef shortrib, cheese curds, demi, and horseradish aioli.
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio
Salt & pepper cured beef with roast garlic dijon aioli, parmesan, capers, and wonton chips.
Crispy Brussel Sprouts & Fried Tofu
Maple garlic soy glaze with sriracha tofunaise.
WAG House Greens Salad
Yuzu sesame dressing, honeydew, pear, five-spice almonds, and feta.
Caesar Salad
Romaine, pecorino romano, fried capers, balsamic, and croutons.
Roasted Beet Salad
Arugula, goat cheese, candied pecans, and lemon honey vinaigrette.
Mojito Quinoa & Crispy Chickpea Salad
Arugula, iceberg, bocconcini pearls, cantaloupe, and mojito vinaigrette.
Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad
Romaine, pecorino romano, roasted garlic, fried capers, balsamic, and croutons.
Steelhead Salad
Steelhead filet with mesclun greens, red onion, capers, goat cheese, strawberries, and strawberry dill vinaigrette.
Scallop & Prawn Salad
Scallops and prawns with spinach, apple, sun-dried cranberries, almonds, and maple balsamic vinaigrette.
Served with garlic fries or house salad.
WAG Cheesesteak Baguette
Braised shortrib, roasted red pepper, onion, mozza, and rosemary jus.
Grilled Steelhead Burger
Lemon dijon aioli, arugula, sweet chili, and pickled red onion on a brioche bun.
WAG Burger
Peppered bacon, mozza, roasted garlic red relish, smokey mustard, mayo, and arugula on a brioche bun.
Fish Tacos
Cajun snapper, pico de gallo, avocado, preserved lemon slaw, and chipotle aioli.
Cod & Chips
Tempura battered cod with tartar sauce.
Steelhead & Chips
Tempura battered steelhead with tartar sauce.
Served with organic brown & wild rice, stir-fried vegetables, pickled red cabbage, and carrots.
Grilled Ahi Tuna
Wasabi ranch, ginger aioli, cucumbers, sesame, and wonton chips.
Hoisin Braised Beef
Kimchi cream, carrots, chives, and wonton chips.
Teriyaki Fried Chicken
Spicy lemon cream, coleslaw, butter pickles, and wonton chips.
Vegan Fried Brussel Bowl
Maple garlic soy sauce, sriracha tofunaise, and chives.
Pesto Chicken Linguine
Chicken breast, brie cheese, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and pesto cream sauce.
Seafood Penne
Prawns, steelhead, snapper, mussels, red onion, and tomato basil cream.
Mediterranean Gnocchi
Gnocchi with mushrooms, zucchini, onion, marinara, goat cheese, and basil.
Lobster Stuffed Ravioli
Roasted garlic cream sauce, prawns, asparagus, basil pesto, and sun-dried tomato pesto.
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Sage brown butter, feta, candied pecans, onions, and lemon chili cream.
Seafood Hot Pot
Prawns, steelhead, snapper, mussels, rice noodles, and spicy red curry cream.
Served with jasmine rice & seasonal vegetables.
Stuffed Chicken
Grain-fed chicken breast with prosciutto & goat cheese stuffing, finished with tarragon cream.
Braised Beef Short Rib
Slow-braised in hoisin BBQ sauce.
Curry & Kahlua Prawns
White tiger prawns in Kahlua yellow curry cream reduction.
Pecan Crusted Steelhead
Steelhead filet with arugula pesto béarnaise.
Chicken Strips & Fries
Penne Alfredo
Cheeseburger & Fries – Brioche bun, patty, mozza, and ketchup.
Grilled Steelhead with Rice & Veggies
Roasted 7oz Chicken Breast with Rice & Veggies
Kids Poutine – Skinny fries topped with cheese curds & gluten-free gravy.
Ice Cream Sundae – Chocolate or strawberry.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie – WAG’s “infamous” dessert.
Chocolate Ganache Torte – With raspberry coulis and vanilla ice cream.
Homemade Tiramisu – With fresh fruit coulis.
Crème Brûlée – Vanilla, lemon, and caramelized sugar.
White Chocolate Cheesecake – White chocolate ganache with strawberry coulis.
(Monday – Friday, 3–5 pm)
Drinks
Local Brews – Lager & Pale Ale
House Wines – Red & White
Signature Cocktails – Slim Soda, Caesar, Sangria
Nibbles
Crab Cakes
Calamari
Chicken Wings
Shortrib Poutine
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Smoked Salmon Wonton Crisps
🥟 Appetizers
Soup du Jour – Chef’s daily creation.
WAG Signature Crab Bisque – A rich blend of tomato, basil, crab, cream, and fresh herbs. (Cup or Bowl)
Smoked Salmon Wonton Crisps – Crisp wontons topped with smoked lox, red onion, capers, fresh greens, and a tangy dijon aioli.
Crab Cakes – Three golden cakes paired with tarragon tartar and preserved lemon slaw.
Glazed Back Ribs – Tender ribs coated in a serrano honey-ginger glaze, served with sesame cucumber lime aioli.
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio – Salt & pepper–cured beef drizzled with roasted garlic dijon aioli, finished with parmesan, capers, and wonton crisps.
Tomato Basil Mussels – ¾ lb of fresh mussels simmered in a tomato basil white wine broth, served with house-cut fries.
Starter Salads
WAG House Greens Salad – Yuzu sesame dressing tossed with honeydew, pear, five-spice almonds, and crumbled feta.
Caesar Salad – Crisp romaine with pecorino romano, fried capers, balsamic, and house croutons.
Roasted Beet Salad – Arugula topped with goat cheese, candied pecans, and preserved lemon, dressed with honey vinaigrette.
Mojito Quinoa & Crispy Chickpea Salad – A fresh mix of arugula, iceberg, bocconcini pearls, and cantaloupe with mojito vinaigrette.
Entrée Salads
Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad – Romaine with roasted garlic, fried capers, pecorino romano, balsamic, and croutons, topped with Cajun chicken breast.
Steelhead Salad – Steelhead filet on mesclun greens with goat cheese, strawberries, red onion, and capers, finished with strawberry dill vinaigrette.
Scallop & Prawn Salad – Three scallops and five prawns with spinach, apple, almonds, sun-dried cranberries, and maple balsamic vinaigrette.
Yam Fries – Crispy yam fries with ginger aioli.
Dry Ribs – Juicy pork ribs tossed in spicy-sweet soy with ginger and scallions, or classic salt & pepper.
Short Rib Poutine – Golden fries smothered with braised beef short rib, cheese curds, demi, and horseradish aioli.
Calamari – Lightly fried with preserved lemon, jalapeño, red onion, lime salt, and cool tzatziki.
Crispy Wonton Prawns – Tiger prawns wrapped in wontons, fried crisp, and served with chipotle plum sauce.
Chili Soy Glazed Chicken Wings – A pound of wings coated in roasted peanut glaze, served with sesame cucumber aioli.
Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Fried Tofu – Brussels sprouts and tofu tossed in maple garlic soy glaze with a kick of sriracha tofunnaise.
All bowls served with organic brown & wild rice, stir-fried vegetables, pickled red cabbage, and carrots.
Grilled Ahi Tuna – Seared ahi with wasabi ranch, ginger aioli, cucumber, and sesame, served with wonton crisps.
Hoisin Braised Beef – Tender beef in kimchi cream with carrots, chives, and wonton crisps.
Teriyaki Fried Chicken – Crispy chicken with spicy lemon cream, coleslaw, butter pickles, and wonton crisps.
Vegan Fried Brussel Bowl – Brussels sprouts in maple garlic soy glaze with sriracha tofunnaise and fresh chives.
WAG Burger – Peppered bacon, melted mozzarella, roasted garlic red relish, smokey mustard, mayo, and arugula on a brioche bun.
Steelhead & Chips – Two pieces of steelhead in a light tempura batter, served with house tartar and fries.
Served with jasmine rice & seasonal vegetables.
Curry & Kahlua Prawns – White tiger prawns in a creamy Kahlua yellow curry reduction.
Pecan Crusted Steelhead – Fresh steelhead filet with arugula pesto béarnaise.
Cajun Snapper & Prawns – Snapper and three prawns with citrus dill yogurt.
Ahi Tuna – Sesame-crusted ahi with wasabi soy sauce, seared medium rare.
Mixed Seafood Grill – Steelhead, snapper, and tiger prawns topped with sweet chili mango pineapple salsa.
Served with garlic herb mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables.
Stuffed Chicken – Chicken breast with prosciutto and goat cheese stuffing, finished in tarragon cream.
Braised Beef Shortrib – Slow-braised in house-made hoisin BBQ sauce.
BBQ Baby Back Ribs – Full rack glazed with whisky BBQ sauce.
Flat Iron 7oz – AAA Sterling Silver beef with signature demi glaze.
Braised Lamb Shank – Lemon herb roasted with garlic oregano demi.
Pesto Chicken Linguine – Chicken breast with brie, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and pesto cream sauce.
Seafood Penne – Prawns, steelhead, snapper, and mussels in tomato basil cream.
Mediterranean Gnocchi – Handmade gnocchi with mushrooms, zucchini, onion, marinara, goat cheese, and basil.
Lobster Stuffed Ravioli – Filled pasta in roasted garlic cream sauce with prawns, asparagus, basil pesto, and sun-dried tomato.
Butternut Squash Ravioli – Sage brown butter with feta, candied pecans, onion, and lemon chili cream.
Seafood Hot Pot – Prawns, steelhead, snapper, and mussels in spicy red curry cream with rice noodles.
Chicken Strips & Fries – Golden panko chicken with crispy fries.
Penne Alfredo – Creamy alfredo tossed with penne.
Cheeseburger & Fries – Brioche bun, patty, mozzarella, and ketchup with fries.
Grilled Steelhead – Steelhead filet with rice and veggies.
Roasted Chicken Breast – 7oz chicken breast with rice and veggies.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie – WAG’s “infamous” dessert with rich chocolate and peanut butter layers.
Chocolate Ganache Torte – Dense chocolate cake with raspberry coulis and vanilla ice cream.
Homemade Tiramisu – Layered with mascarpone, cocoa, and fresh fruit coulis.
Crème Brûlée – Silky vanilla custard with caramelized sugar.
White Chocolate Cheesecake – Topped with white chocolate ganache and strawberry coulis.
Pecan-Crusted Steelhead – A standout entrée, often praised for its unique flavor and quality.
Lobster-Stuffed Ravioli – Rich and decadent, one of the most popular pasta choices.
Flat Iron Steak – Tender, flavorful, and consistently highlighted in reviews.
Braised Beef Short Ribs – Slow-braised comfort food favorite with bold flavor.
Crab Cakes – Light yet indulgent, frequently recommended as a starter.
Steamed Mussels – Fresh and savory, a go-to seafood dish.
Smoked Salmon Wonton Crisps – A creative appetizer with a loyal following.
Oceanfront location with stunning views of Semiahmoo Bay, especially at sunset.
Modern vintage atmosphere with cozy décor and lots of natural light.
Live music on select evenings adds to the relaxed upscale vibe.
Known as a special-occasion spot that still feels comfortable for casual nights out.
Free parking lot available behind the restaurant.
Additional street parking in front for convenience.
Reservations are recommended for weekends and evenings due to high demand.
Dine-in service is the main focus, with attentive table service.
Reservations available for couples, families, and larger groups.
Events & set menus offered for birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions.
Service often praised as friendly, professional, and attentive.
Menu celebrated for fresh seafood and seasonal local ingredients.
Oceanfront views are a highlight, making it a top spot for date nights.