“This Xmas wasn't an option to cook Xmas dinner so we searched for an alternative. The Lantzville Pub was preparing Xmas dinner to take out. Decision was easy. It was one of the best Xmas dinners ever. Light and dark meat turkey, dressing, potatoes, brussel sprouts, carrots and squash along with gravy and cranberries. There was enough left over (for both of us) for turkey sandwiches for lunch today! We were told by one of the staff that the kitchen staff did the whole thing. They deserve a huge round of applause for all their work and good food. We visit this Pub fairly often so this is one more time that we will probably make it a point of visiting again. Thanks to all for making our Xmas special and all the best to all of you for the New Year. See you soon!!!!”
“Hii For All Lovely People Who Live On Iland Or Any Travelling Person Plz Vist Our Tim For Once Because I have been Working There Over Two Months Now If You ever come there for any stuffs like food Coffee I will make sure You will get A Very Kindhearted Survive By Me And by My Team Members I will make damm sure Promise you guys You will have lovely time there #Grateful #love #Peace Your Turely MacKid-friendliness: Kids have A Pure Soul We All Love ThemTeams Timhortan”
“Truly a delicious surprise. We tried most of the Korean options in Nanaimo including the newest in the North end and I have to admit, we are lucky the Korean options here are very good but @Danpung_momiji310 is absolutely the best. it is excellent. delicious, fresh, authentic, friendly, fast. Can't say enough about it. We will frequent others but this will be our "go to" from now on. You won't be disappointed.”
“Best meal I’ve ever had! The service was amazing and the food top notch. The menu is vast, something for everyone. Our table had baked salmon in marinara sauce with mozzarella cheese and penne Alfredo as well as the Greek Platter for two. Every bite was delicious. The chef came out to every table to inquire about the meal. I would 100% recommend this restaurant. Bravo Alexandra’s!”
“Red Swan Pizza Nanaimo We decided to try Red Swan after someone posted on FB and we quite enjoyed their pizza! They have some great regular combos and specials, decent prices, & friendly staff on pick-up. We ordered online which was really easy with all the choices to build the pizzas up or down, add special requests, do half toppings if needed, and choose the pickup time! They were prompt and the restaurant was clean with a typical minimal seating pizza style space. The man serving at the front said they have been open for 6 months now and it's a Prairie Franchise that has grown in SK and AB. We tried both crusts and really enjoyed the flavours of both of the pizzas we got - "All Meat" with Traditional Crust and "Tuscan" (chicken) with Thin Crust. The toppings were plentiful and our pizzas were baked to our satisfaction. Another nice touch was the sesame seeds on the crust (optional)!! We also decided to try the nachos which have lots of toppings and great flavour but aren't a super great choice for take-out only because they don't stay as hot and fresh as we would have liked (should have re-baked them) and the cheese ends up sticking to the paper so you have to pick it off. Overall, we'd def order from here again and recommend to others.”
“I made special trip to Red's Bakery from Black Creek.I had the Cheesecake it was some of best Cheesecake I have ever had. I would highly recommend try this place.”
“Asteras provides a wonderful dining experience with beautiful surroundings, excellent range of favourites and specials, and attentive servers. I absolutely love the calamari too!”
“My partner and I gobbled down two of their delicious falafel wraps for lunch today. Came to $23 for 2 decent sized wraps. Super tasty. If this place were within walking distance, I'd be there several times per week!Vegetarian options: Very nice falafel wrapParking: Easy parking, free for 3 hours for customers”
“Delicious French toast! The bread tasted amazing, nice thick bacon (not only two but three pieces at that!) got unexpected little side of hash browns which really topped it off. - my Moms avocado was hard :( bummer - personally disliked the orange juice Other than that I had a 10/10 breaky and service was excellent”
“My girlfriend and I went in for a late breakfast/early lunch. It was lovely. The ambiance is bright and warm, the people working were personable, friendly and efficient. The menu selection was exactly what you would expect from a breakfast nook and our food was great. I had the two eggs with toast and a side of bacon, and my friend had an omelette. I will definately be back!”
“Mille Grazie! Your food is always magnificent! Not only did you fit us in without a reservation on a busy weekend night, after I called the wrong restaurant; but you gave us a wonderful table with amazing staff! Very special mention to the Ceaser I enjoyed before dinner! Highly recommend it! May you have a wonderful 2024! You always make your guests feel like part of the family!”
“For the price, this pizza is the best in Nanaimo. If you’re looking for a place to satisfy your pizza cravings, this is the place to go. It’s great quality for a low price, and customer service is second to now. They are very helpful, kind and always make my day.”
“Went for a late lunch, my first time, a very busy place, if they take reservations, get one! So we sat at the bar. I Ordered a incredible Blueberry Makgeolli Gin Fizz! which put an Immediate smile on my face! and as a ceviche snob, this had to be the freshest, most wonderful ceviche, I've had in a long time! I loved the deep fried wonton chips they used ( light not greasy). The Banchan-side dish was ok, and I liked the Rainbow Mini Kimbap. But the FULL portion, of Korean Fried Chicken with Yangyum glaze, could have fed an army and was SO GOOD I just couldn't stop eating! the bill was about $80-90 for two but we ate two more meals with that Delicious KFC!!! (Korean Fried Chicken)Most definitely not the Colonel's!”
“The butter chicken was good. But the best thing I had was the lamb vindaloo, extra spicy. The garlic naan was delish as well. Raita reminded me of my mom's. Everything was great!”
“I've had a couple of solid experiences with Rusted Rake. Their brewpub focuses on locally sourced ingredients which is great and skews towards a smaller more curated menu. Couple of minor complaints leaves it short of 5 stars mainly - lack of reservations makes it difficult to get in some times (it's good it is busy!), only having two bathroom stalls can lead to lineups and while the beer is reasonably priced and quite good, the food skews pricey. The chowder is great with a big portion while the gluten free vegan options were better now than they were last year (hummus is a good add). The main dining room is loud and buzzy but can be difficult for those who have trouble hearing. All in all a great add to the area!Vegetarian options: One main veg / vegan / gf main - the falafel - which is a solid option. Other smaller apps as well.”
“The owners and staff are totally on top of their game. Great food drink and laughter. Go there you will see us there at least twice a week. Took my friends from Whitehorse there last night Feb 24 2024 and they are still saying today how good it was. We had their Lamb and it was done perfect. Tks to all and we all will be ”
“A staff favourite! There is something on the menu for everyone. We recommend the stuffed mushroom caps and the fresh pastas, but have enjoyed exploring many dishes here. Absolutely charming outdoor seating with plenty of vibrant flowers. Great cocktails and food presentation, attentive staff, and an intimate and cozy atmosphere that pairs well with smaller business meetings and date nights.”
“New to Nanaimo and stumbled upon Gaya when I was running errands and I have to say the sushi is amazing! The portion sizes are perfect, great value and soooo fresh! I’m definitely going to be ordering a lot of sushi from here that’s for sure!!! Pictured is the Spicy combo I ordered!”
“Hands down the best pizza in town. Great staff, fresh ingredients and well worth the price. I've never had a pizza that was anything less than amazing from here”
“The owner's hospitality was outstanding, and the cuisine was truly remarkable—a hidden gem indeed. It's among the select few eateries on the island that I'd eagerly revisit.”
“Beautiful and calming space with the kindest owners who share their love and appreciation of their customers. Incredible food and fresh made goodies with a variety of drinks to try each time you go. 10/10 recommend.”
“Our son lives in Nanaimo but we don't so for his birthday I always send him a cake from Oh Happy Bake. Every time the cake not only looks great but tasts soooo good. We have picked up from them or had them deliver. Each way is perfect. You will not be disappointed ordering from this business!”
“It has to be one of the best Indian curries that I have eaten on Vancouver Island. Made with love from the owners? The curries are excellent and their service is extraordinary. Thanks for spreading this love through your food.❤️”
“We were looking for dinner before our ferry to Vancouver. So happy to have found this little gem. Authentic Chinese food with quick and super friendly service. Food is great with large portions. Thank you for the satisfying meal!”
“Another great visit with friends at our favorite place on the Island. Service is world class and the menu changes enough to stay interesting but maintains some treasured dishes, year round.”
“From the minute you walk in to the time you leave an impressive, attentive , efficient friendly staff ! Everything we ordered was beautifully presented and delicious. We love everything about this restaurant.”
“Incredible food and service. The chowder was unbelievable and the smoked prawns made it perfect. the light fluffy and juicy halibut burger was incredible. the pork belly taco was also amazing and so much flavor. this place is a real gem!!! I can't wait to go back”
“Delicious food and generous portions. Always great service and welcoming attitude. I have tried many items on the menu--usually with chicken (big tender bites) swimming in curry with hot fresh naan. I have tried Jalfrezi, vegetable and paneer pakoras, butter chicken, masala and the house curry--so good. The lassi rice pudding is tasty too. The restaurant is cozy, simple and always cleanly The price is reasonable. You won't be disappointed.”
“The prices are good, large portions and very tasty. You can ask for something not spicy. The waiting time took 15 minutes. Drinks are a bit overpriced, $5 is expensive for one drink.”
“Delicious authentic food you won’t forget. Very popular now, make a reservation. You will be supporting a hardworking local family instead of a corporate chain”