Had their Bison burger and it was amazing. The service was absolutely great! I will be going back here!!
Gord Smith
May 15/25 so bad, service sooo bad, cold inside, ignored, had family from Kelowna thought let's go so place nice made reservations a month in advance got sat at back of restaurant and totally inorged, 1 1/2 hrs one drink still no food, deplorable.
Juli Djonli
⭐️ A Memorable Dining Experience at SIMONHOLT I recently had the pleasure of dining at SIMONHOLT, and it was an experience to remember. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, setting the perfect backdrop for an evening out.
I started with the coconut prawns appetizer, and let me tell you, they were outstanding. Each prawn was perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful, complemented by a delightful dipping sauce that added just the right kick.
For the main course, I couldn't resist the Tomahawk steak dinner. The steak was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and seasoned just right. It was accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables, making for a hearty and satisfying meal.
On another visit, I tried the Pan-Seared Pacific Cod & Prawns, and it was equally impressive. The cod was flaky and flavorful, paired beautifully with succulent prawns. The dish was thoughtfully prepared, showcasing the freshness of the seafood.
What truly sets SIMONHOLT apart is the quality of the food combined with reasonable pricing. Every dish is prepared from scratch, and you can taste the difference. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff who made sure everything was just right. Whether you're a local or just passing through Nanaimo, I highly recommend stopping by SIMONHOLT for a meal that won't disappoint.
Steve R
Play quality of the food is inconsistent. This all depends on who is working in the kitchen because it varied on several occasions. The kitchen staff tend to use too much of the sauces which disappoints
cup-cake gal
atleast you treat me nicely, unlike the cuckoo restaurant in coombs
Helen Chandler
Steak was very pink for a medium well, fish and chips were just average and greasy, ribs were overly spiced, soup was good though. Service was lacking. Unfortunate as it was a birthday and our first time going. Last time too.
Samantha Pedersen
FYI the menu photos the restaurant has listed under menu are very outdated and the prices have raised quite a bit. I included the pricing as of Feb 2025.
Our experience here was very okay. Nothing stood out as great except for the music choices. The ribs were dry and tough. The garlic potatoes had no garlic. The seafood fettuccine was nice. The bison burger was okay. It's not somewhere we would visit again.
Delong Wang
best restaurant in nanaimo ! Food was great !
T
So happy we chanced upon this place for dinner. Our server, Charlotte, was absolutely lovely. We ordered a variety of food and drinks. When the wrong drinks were served at the second round, she promptly resolved the issue. Every dish we ordered was deliciously prepared – duck wings, lamb sirloin, seafood chowder, and fish tacos. Kudos to the chef. We'll be back very soon!
Sara
Went in for food, but it took too long to get seated so decided to order out, and there was 1 table with 2 people and only ordered the soup and took 45 mins.
Went for dinner with a small group. Service was very poor and all our meals were just so so. One person in our group wasn’t satisfied with their meal and instead of apologizing, the server said “that’s strange most people like it”. No discount on the bill and a very soggy and greasy plate left to sit full of food. Don’t recommend.
Joyce Ash
Such good food and it’s a nice restaurant. The service was good and quick.
MD Topel
Disappointing. Sea food fettucine came with 2 shrimps. 35 cad without tax. It wasn't tasty either.
Michelle Gourlay
We just had our first dinner for a Birthday. The server was really nice. The food is very average. 5 of 7 people ordered the Thai Chicken Noodles Curry. The portion is huge and could have been shared in couples, but the curry was disappointedly bland.
Rogier van Tilburg
We just had lunch here with The Dutch Network, party of 28. Our host, Trisha and her team did an excellent job serving us. Considering the size of our group the food came in a timely manner and the atmosphere was great!
Had their Bison burger and it was amazing. The service was absolutely great! I will be going back here!!
May 15/25 so bad, service sooo bad, cold inside, ignored, had family from Kelowna thought let's go so place nice made reservations a month in advance got sat at back of restaurant and totally inorged, 1 1/2 hrs one drink still no food, deplorable.
⭐️ A Memorable Dining Experience at SIMONHOLT
I recently had the pleasure of dining at SIMONHOLT, and it was an experience to remember. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, setting the perfect backdrop for an evening out.
I started with the coconut prawns appetizer, and let me tell you, they were outstanding. Each prawn was perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful, complemented by a delightful dipping sauce that added just the right kick.
For the main course, I couldn't resist the Tomahawk steak dinner. The steak was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and seasoned just right. It was accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables, making for a hearty and satisfying meal.
On another visit, I tried the Pan-Seared Pacific Cod & Prawns, and it was equally impressive. The cod was flaky and flavorful, paired beautifully with succulent prawns. The dish was thoughtfully prepared, showcasing the freshness of the seafood.
What truly sets SIMONHOLT apart is the quality of the food combined with reasonable pricing. Every dish is prepared from scratch, and you can taste the difference. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff who made sure everything was just right. Whether you're a local or just passing through Nanaimo, I highly recommend stopping by SIMONHOLT for a meal that won't disappoint.
Play quality of the food is inconsistent. This all depends on who is working in the kitchen because it varied on several occasions. The kitchen staff tend to use too much of the sauces which disappoints
atleast you treat me nicely, unlike the cuckoo restaurant in coombs
Steak was very pink for a medium well, fish and chips were just average and greasy, ribs were overly spiced, soup was good though. Service was lacking. Unfortunate as it was a birthday and our first time going. Last time too.
FYI the menu photos the restaurant has listed under menu are very outdated and the prices have raised quite a bit. I included the pricing as of Feb 2025.
Our experience here was very okay. Nothing stood out as great except for the music choices. The ribs were dry and tough. The garlic potatoes had no garlic. The seafood fettuccine was nice. The bison burger was okay. It's not somewhere we would visit again.
best restaurant in nanaimo ! Food was great !
So happy we chanced upon this place for dinner. Our server, Charlotte, was absolutely lovely. We ordered a variety of food and drinks. When the wrong drinks were served at the second round, she promptly resolved the issue. Every dish we ordered was deliciously prepared – duck wings, lamb sirloin, seafood chowder, and fish tacos. Kudos to the chef. We'll be back very soon!
Went in for food, but it took too long to get seated so decided to order out, and there was 1 table with 2 people and only ordered the soup and took 45 mins.
Restaurantji Recommends
Went for dinner with a small group. Service was very poor and all our meals were just so so. One person in our group wasn’t satisfied with their meal and instead of apologizing, the server said “that’s strange most people like it”. No discount on the bill and a very soggy and greasy plate left to sit full of food. Don’t recommend.
Such good food and it’s a nice restaurant. The service was good and quick.
Disappointing. Sea food fettucine came with 2 shrimps. 35 cad without tax. It wasn't tasty either.
We just had our first dinner for a Birthday. The server was really nice. The food is very average.
5 of 7 people ordered the Thai Chicken Noodles Curry. The portion is huge and could have been shared in couples, but the curry was disappointedly bland.
We just had lunch here with The Dutch Network, party of 28. Our host, Trisha and her team did an excellent job serving us. Considering the size of our group the food came in a timely manner and the atmosphere was great!
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