20 Best Cafes in Nanaimo

Kelly's Kitchen Cafe Cafe • $
2517 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Home Style French Toast and Hash Browns
Eggs Benedict with Prawns and Spinach
Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream
Egg over Easy with Hash Browns
Over 55 Breakfast Sausages
Eggs Any Style
Veggie Sandwich
Smoked Salmon
Eggs Benny
Avocado

“On a brief trip to Nanaimo I was so pleased“

4.8 Superb134 Reviews
Felice Cafe Cafe • $
1420 Wingrove St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Korean Rice Bowl Crispy Chicken
Bulgogi Beef Mozzarella Panini
French Macaron Home Made
Korean Rice Meal Box
Chicken Rice Meal Box
Crispy Chicken Wrap
Bulgogi Beef Burger
Bubble Tea Flavors
Strawberry Waffle
Beef Bulgogi Box

“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.“

4.8 Superb85 Reviews
COCO Café Cafe • $
1840 Cedar Rd, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Thai Chicken Caesar Wrap
Breakfast on a Panini
Roasted Chicken Club
Breakfast in a Wrap
Coffee Lover

“it gets busy at around noon so get in early for brunch. eggs Bennie is really good“

4.7 Superb51 Reviews
Serious Coffee Vancouver Island Conference Centre Cafe • $
60 Commercial St #300, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Coffee and a Banana Muffin
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Latte & Nanaimo Bar
Turkey Sandwich
Drip Coffee
Iced Latte

“Exceptional service! Friendly and down to earth. And yes they make top Nanaimo bars—you gotta get em before they sell out! And you gotta while in Nanaimo! Eclectic sitting area with lots of chairs in a nice downtown district. I’ll be back!“

4.6 Superb48 Reviews
The Vault Cafe Cafe • $
499 Wallace St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Banana Bread French Toast
Yogurt Cranola Breakeast
Blueberry French Toast
Bacon Eggs Bennie
Breakfast Burrito
Blueberry Muffin
Rueben Sandwich
Mac and Cheese
Grilled Cheese
Avocado Toast

“The vault is the coolest location in Nanaimo and going there is an experience. This spot is popular with locals and with tourists, as one of the best venues in town as well as just the coolest spot. The staff are amazing and the food is awesome. If it's poppin in there will you wait a bit? Yes, but that's because it is well loved.“

4.4 Superb228 Reviews
Just Desserts Cafe •
90 Front St, Nanaimo

“Pleaseeeee do try the hot dogs!!! Hot and fresh!!!! It’s one of the only shops opened on New Year’s Day, we were searching for eats, tried hot dog and clam chowder, it’s good portion!The small shop has only three tables but has regular customers who come for coffee every morning, owner was really nice lady. Everyone here were friendly and we had a great chat!“

4.5 Superb2 Reviews
Gabriel's Cafe Cafe • $$
39 Commercial St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork and a Fried Egg in Between 2 Coconut Milk
Coconut Milk Pancake
Kimchi Salad Bowl
Tunisian Tagine
Thai Green Curry
Nice Vegan Food
Butter Chicken
Tuna Poke Bowl
Eggs Benedict
Jingle Pot

“Stumbled upon this great little spot in Nanaimo while visiting the Island. Quick and short drive from Departure Bay. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Great ambiance. The food and coffee were great and arrived quickly. Definitely a spot worth a visit.“

4.3 Superb193 Reviews
Cafe Today Cafe • $
5771 Turner Rd #4, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Ham Omelette and Ham and Eggs
Crunchy French Toast
Iced Caramel Latte
Decaf Americano L
Today's Breakfast
B E L T Sandwich
Regular Coffee L
Turkey Egg Bagel
Granola Yogurt
Avocado B L T

“This place is great!!! Food is awesome, service is great and reasonable prices! Highly recommended“

4.2 Good60 Reviews
Blenz Coffee Cafe • $
Blenz in Woodgrove Centre, 6631 Island Hwy N Unit 57, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter Banana
Cream Fruitchillo
Chamomile

“While visiting Nanaimo last week I had the immense pleasure of being served by McKayla & Phoenix. They were so personable and friendly. The service was fantastic and the conversation great!! My pumpkin pie latte was delicious!! I can’t wait to go back!! ☕️☕️☕️“

4.1 Good32 Reviews
The Bee's Knees Cafe' and Catering Caterers • $
inside Country Club mall, 3200 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Eggplant Goat Cheese Sandwich
Blue Berry Muffin Chocolate
Blueberry Blueberry Lemon
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Persian Koobideh Wrap
Breakfast Sandwich
Cookies and Muffins
Buddha Bowl Vegan
Chocolate Forte
Breakfast Wrap

“Lovely coffee and muffin on a rainy day. Guest were enjoying themselves, staff were polite, and there’s lots of art on the walls“

4.2 Good69 Reviews
Bocca Café Cafe • $
427 Fitzwilliam St #103, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter and Salted Caramel Nanaimo Bars
Nanimo Bar and Butter Tart
Blackberry Lavender
Vegan Nanaimo Bar
Breakfast Bagel
Strawberry
Scones

“On the Nanaimo Bar trail! The peanut butter one was so good that it could have ate the whole thing myself, but I shared. They serve Umbria coffee, which is yummy. They have some lunch items and were out of both strawberry and blackberry lavender Nanaimo bars. Sufficient tables for 2-4 people. Quiet music in background so it's great for conversation. Cute party of old city area with a cluster of shops to wander around.“

4 Good56 Reviews
Mon Petit Choux Cafe • $
120 Commercial St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Salmon on Scrambled Eggs
Eggs Benedict on a Croissant
Croissant with Preserves
Canadian Bacon and Eggs
Vegetarian Sandwich
Breakfast Sandwich
Hollandaise Sauce
French Toast
Tomato Torte
Daily Pastry

“Had a really nice BLT and coffee, great service Thanks“

4 Good88 Reviews
Red's Bakery Bakery • $
101 Commercial St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

House Blend Drip Coffee
Raspberry Cinnamon Bun
Spinach Feta Strudel
Assorted Cheese Cake
Mint Oreo Cheesecake
Chicken Sausage Roll
Nanaimo Cheesecake
Bar Cheese Cake
Shepherd's Pie
Chicken Fiesta

“Best sausage rolls I’ve ever had!“

4.7 Superb255 Reviews
Amore Bistro cafe Breakfast • $
2330 McCullough Rd #4, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Classic Sausage and Eggs
Braided Apple Strudel
Island Breakfast Pita
Jam on Toast
Avocado Toast

“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!“

4.9 Superb74 Reviews
Ironworks Cafe & Creperie Creperies • $
200 Commercial St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Crepe Scrambled Eggs Bacon Swiss Cheese Mushroom & Béchamel Sauce
January 2024 Savoury Crêpe of the Month Chicken Brie and Blueberries
Strawberry and Nutella Crepe
Strawberry Nutella Crepe
Mexican Breakfast Crepe
Greek Chicken Crepe
Smoked Salmon Crepe
Ham and Swiss Crepe
Apple Crumble Crepe
Oreo Espresso Crepe

“We had an amazing treat at Ironworks Cafe & Creperie. So many tempting choices, both sweet and savoury. Three of us wanted to share two crepes, and asked if our choices could be cut into thirds. Renee plated the thirds individually with full garnishes. 🌟🌟🌟 We had the ‘Four Berries and Cream” (sweet) and the ‘Spinach, Artichoke & Brie” (savoury). Hmmmmm. Latte was excellent. 🌟 Locally owned, caringly staffed, local ingredients. So impressed. Thank you.“

4.6 Superb189 Reviews
Delicado's Deli • $
358 Wesley St, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Half Wrapped with Choices of Protein Three Choices of Salads
1 2 Burrito El Grande Chicken Burrito
Southwest Chicken Burrito
Chicken Enchiladas
Mediterranean Wrap
Chips and Salsa
Nachos Supremos
California Wrap
Southwest Rice
Tortilla Chips

“Great food, friendly loved it.“

4.7 Superb56 Reviews
Drip Coffee | Social Coffee Shops • $
2835 Departure Bay Rd, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Americano & Morning Glory Muffin
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Breakfast Sandwich
Turkey Sandwich
Avocado Toast

“A health care provider recommended this coffee shop while I was waiting for a friend at the hospital. Am so glad I tried it out! delicious muffin that was fresh out of the oven and a tasty iced vanilla latte! highly recommend“

4.5 Superb112 Reviews
White Rabbit Coffee Co. Coffee Shops • $
321 Selby St A, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Matcha and Oat Milk Lattes
Iced Latte and Carrot Cake
Choco Chunk Cookie GF V
Lemon Poppyseed Muffin
Cappuccino & Avocado
Breakfast Sandwich
Breakfast Cookie
Nanaimo Bar GF V
Avocado Toast
The Sandwich

“Definitely one of my favourite coffee shops. I visit regularly- the staff are very friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is always relaxed and welcoming. The coffee is first class!“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews
Artigiano Departure Bay Cafe • $
680 Trans-Canada Hwy Unit 4, Nanaimo

“Great cup of coffee. I really needed it and the service was fast and efficient. I can’t remember the gals name behind the bar, but when she saw me in my uniform repeatedly glancing at my watch, she must have figured I was running behind. She quickly got my stuff together and eased my stress. Great service.
Also, the bathroom was very clean“

3.2 Average43 Reviews
Waterfront Confections Ice Cream Shop • $
90 Front St #6, Nanaimo

Customers` Favorites

Banana Chocolate Chunk Nanaimo Bar
Blackberry Cheesecake
New York Cheesecake
Maple Walnut
Gelato

“This is such a fantastic little stop in such a beautiful place! The harbour is a perfect spot to enjoy a cold treat, and they have so many ice cream flavours to choose from! The staff was also incredibly friendly and personable! 10/10 would recommend this place! :)“

4 Good43 Reviews

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