Wine Bars near Pender Island

“Our recent weekend getaway to Pender Island was made absolutely perfect because of WOODS on Pender. We ended up coming here every single day of our trip because everything they do is just incredible. The entire environment is so calming and relaxing, truly was exactly the kind of intentional, serene atmosphere you want when you’re trying to escape the city and recharge!!!

The highlight for me was, without a doubt, the Beetroot Latte. Not only was the presentation stunning (literally topped with a fresh flower!), but it was easily the best I’ve ever had. I am still dreaming about that latte and the amazing greens salad I had. You can tell the ingredients are pulled straight from their greenhouse; everything tasted so vibrant and fresh. It’s the kind of quality you just don't find everywhere.

We also treated ourselves to their pastries, and the house made Cinnamon Bun and Apple Galette were both 10/10. Beyond the food and drink, the experience was elevated by the owners. They were so kind and genuinely welcoming, which just added to the perfect vacation vibe. The space itself is gorgeous with large seating areas and a beautiful outdoor deck, and it's clear they put so much heart into this business. I honestly can’t wait to go back!“

“We stopped by here for lunch after getting off the ferry on our way to an amazing cabin at Wild Renfrew in beautiful Port Renfrew. This is a great place to eat or pickup some tasty cheeses or nice wines for the road.

It has an entrance closer to the street for the cheese shop where you buy some amazing food and drink items for the road. The second door past the outdoor patio is where the small restaurant and wine bar is. There are about 5-6 tables inside and more outside on the patio with heaters for each table and large furry blankets for each chair.

We didn’t have a lunch reservation but we could sit at a reserved table as long as we were finished in an hour, which fit our schedule.

They have some charcuterie and cheese trays but we chose some grilled cheese sandwiches for lunch.

My wife chose the Kind of Blue grilled cheese with creamy bleu d’auvergine cheese and mouthwatering house-made maple bacon jam. She said it was delicious!

I chose the Triple Cheese Melt with a cheddar, I think an Edam and another cheese. The sandwich was not big but it packed with flavour! The cheese pull on the sandwich was amazing, it was so gooey and so good!

We had some room for dessert so we shared a Blueberry Cheesecake. It so light and creamy a perfect way to finish the meal! They also have a very cool bathroom.

The sandwiches were just the right size and a nice meal on a cold, windy day. Stop by here for an amazing meal or some tasty provisions and wines for later!“

“Went there for Momma’s 75th Birthday. Staff wee so friendly, knowledgeable and in-point. Service was perfectly paced, never felt rushed.
Food was incredible. Amazing tasting menus with well thought combinations. Wine selection and recommendations were spot on.
Unassuming gem of a dining experience.“