Driftwood Restaurant Courtenay

This review came about because I had never ordered from Driftwood before. I had had the buffet at the Campbell River location but had not ordered take out since they opened here in Courtenay.

We have been disappointed in the Chinese food offerings in this tri-town, after our move here five years ago from Vancouver. Not surprising - fair enough. But we had come to rely on QF, who aren’t terrible honestly, in lieu of other options, most of whom we have tried.

When I rang Driftwood tonight after deciding our choices from the online menu, I had my call answered by Allisha. The only question I had for her was whether the hot and sour soup was good. She admitted that she had never tasted it. Thanks for her honesty but I decided to try it anyway, with some trepidation as we have been very let down by all of the versions of this dish locally ordered in the past!

Bottom line. The hot and sour was the best we have had here. Not East Van good, but quite acceptable. It is a touch too sweet and creamy (see photo) but darn tasty!

The rest of the meal was well prepared and very fresh. A little mild but I purposely ordered conservatively. We will be back!

Food: 4

Service: 5

Perfect for a Canadian Chinese buffet. For my son's birthday they sent over the robot to sing him happy birthday! And his meal was free!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Such a great place for a buffet dinner. The food is delicious and the staff is very kind and attentive.

Food is always great. Quick pick up service and reasonable prices.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent for take out. Always within 5 minutes of target.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cute and relaxing atmosphere, great service! Awesome buffet!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely peaceful atmosphere in the dining room and spectacular buffet options!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good service. Good food choices. Been there a lot of times. There's dim sum during lunch buffet and there are some seafoods during dinner buffet

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great time and food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had a fantastic buffet dinner with my family on 2024/11/08 and met Lisa and boss William Shih. The service was great, and the food was very delicious. They served pawns, Beijing Duck, chicken, beef, wonton soup and fruits, deserts, etc. I also like the atmosphere in the restaurant, giving us warmth and a comfortable feeling. No wonder there are 5 Driftwood Chinese restaurants in cities: Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Campbell River, and Port Alberni. I hope I can have each one of them with a yummy buffet. I will give them six stars if I could, strongly recommended!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing food amazing service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Friendly service and Great Food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love the foods and services

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was delicious!! People were super friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5