Nowhere *A Restaurant

We celebrated our anniversary at *Nowhere A Restaurant, and the entire experience was exceptional from start to finish. The space is warm, intimate, and beautifully designed — the perfect setting for a special evening.

The staff were absolutely wonderful — kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. They added thoughtful touches to help us celebrate, which made the night feel even more meaningful. We felt truly taken care of without ever feeling rushed.

The food was absolutely incredible. Every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. As a vegetarian, I was thrilled to see so many creative and satisfying options — not just one or two, but a variety of thoughtfully prepared dishes that made choosing a delight. My partner, who eats fish, was equally impressed by the depth and balance in every course.

Their non-alcoholic drink offerings were also fantastic. The mocktails were beautifully crafted and just as complex and refreshing as any cocktail list we’ve seen — a real highlight for those of us who prefer not to drink.

Parking nearby was simple and convenient, which made the whole night completely stress-free.

All in all, Nowhere *A Restaurant exceeded every expectation. If you’re looking for an elegant, welcoming place with exceptional food, service, and plenty of vegetarian-friendly options, this is it. We’ll definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic experience and wonderful staff. Creative, fresh, local dishes. Can’t recommend it enough. My photos don’t do it justice

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Edit: Nowhere *A Restaurant has closed its doors as of May 31st. Not to worry though, a new incarnation bought to you by the current owner and master Chef is happening within weeks.

Went for their 5th birthday feast, celebrating 5 years of serving devoted followers who truly know and appreciate what No*Where and *Hanks are all about. This special event was a 6 course feast with optional wine pairings. I am firmly of the opinion that these remarkable chef's can do no wrong. I haven't missed a single feast and they have all been excellent. After I finished, I immediately wanted to 'go again' and start the feast a second time.

Additional photos added from other feats and just regular meal nights out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Farm to Table, Seafood Restaurant, Hot Dog, Vietnamese Breakfast, Italian Crepe, Chanterelle and Corn Salad, Mushroom Risotto, Iberico Ham, The Grilled Cheese, Fish Taco, Tuna Spaghetti, Elk Steak

Nowhere, a Restaurant: Recommended to us by Julie of Alderlea and what a serious score this was. After dining sumptuously in Vancouver for three nights (which included a Michelin 1 star restaurant and an Omakase Sushi dinner) this unadorned small restaurant off a courtyard on Douglas was a mind altering surprise. A two man operation with seating for at most two dozen, Kieth and Chase will dazzle you with an array of creativity which would seem a bargain at 3 times the price. The dishes photographed are as follows 1-Potato and smoke, unlike any potato I've ever had, 2-Summer squash, red curry and pine nuts, fresh and full of flavor, 3-Charred Sprouting Brassicas & Sweet Onion Pizza, a crust to die for and again, flavors to match, and 4- Salmon Pepperoni (an in house invention of Nowhere's that is simply beyond belief) and Sprouting Brassica Fresh Pasta. Be certain to check with Kieth as not all wines are necessarily on the menu. As casual as you can get, but appearances can be deceiving. This is the real deal. Thank You both for a wonderful evening.

This place absolutely blew our mind. Best dinner we’ve had out in 15 years! I gave the atmosphere five stars, and it was nice, but honestly the food was so amazing we could have been inside a dumpster and I would still have been in heaven! Will be going back. And back. And back again. Telling everyone we know. The owner /chef/staff should be so proud.
Thank you so much Chase for a phenomenal experience!

For those seeking haute cuisine without any pretension, look no further than Nowhere *.

Given how often they reinvent their menu, the quality and care in their craft is astonishing. Everything on the menu is a treat.

Shout-out also to Keith: the very definition of a consummate professional, he engagingly shepherded us through our meal.

A++! Highly recommended.

We did the tasting menu at Nowhere tonight and it was just fantastic. The food was all delicious, especially the sauces, and the portions were huge for a tasting menu. This is the first time we’ve ever had to take home food in a box. The server was very friendly and knowledgeable. We met chef Chase and he was so kind and wonderful. Highly recommend! We will definitely be back the next time we visit.

Very impressive, creative dishes, flavours I've never had before, plus they know which breweries to get there beer from. Excellent service and atmosphere! Check it out

Keith was great. The Wednesday night deal was spectacular. The food was excellent. The wine options were great. The whole *A restaurant family is awesome.

Will be aiming to go back ASAP.

The food was divine, and the wine pairings were all spot on. The portions were bigger than I expected. I had to take almost half of it to go. Make sure you give yourself at least 90 minutes to enjoy the experience. This isn't a rush in, rush out kind of restaurant.

Overrated is an understatement. I was baffled after reading all the glowing reviews. The food? Bland. The ambiance? Forgettable. The service? Uninspired. Honestly, I don’t understand the hype—there’s nothing rave-worthy about this place.

Came here for husband’s bd. Specifically called out in our reservation but looks like there was no notice of that. Service was too slow and honestly we had higher expectations of the food. Overall okay

Food: 3

Service: 1

Came here for husband’s bd. Specifically called out in our reservation but looks like there was no notice of that. Service was too slow and honestly we had higher expectations of the food. Overall okay

With their changing menu, I couldn't order the lingcod ceviche which I really enjoyed last time. They emphasis fresh milled Vancouver Island grain pasta ?, and ingredient locally sourced from the best the island? has to offer with extensive hyper local wine ? list and cocktails?.
They won the 2022 winner of of YAM’s Best Restaurant of the year for their simple, rustic, and creative nose-to-tail food lover options.
Casual dining but prepare for slow and lacking service

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Elk Steak, Iberico Ham, Pig, Ravioli

Everything was top notch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5