Gisele Verrier
Such a warm welcome from the hostess as soon as we crossed the threshold. The cashier who took our order was also so patient and polite.
What delicious breakfasts! I had the best hash ever and vegan at that…so many tasty ingredients. My husband enjoyed the Mt Benny which he declared excellent as well. We will be returning!
Merry Kuchle
Fan-freaking-tastic! Great service, delicious food. The pancakes are some of the best we’ve ever had. I tried the Ian Special? Favourite? With the black bean corn cakes. I assumed they would be cornmeal cakes but they weren’t but I was a-okay because what they were was delicious. Don’t be afraid to branch out from your normal breakfast pick.
You order at the counter and then the bring it to your table. Not sure what to pick? Just ask.
Rhys Badenoch
Even though it was busy, very polite, quick service. Excellent hash special and London fog. Would highly recommend.
As a vegetarian, I love the options and choices here. For many restaurants and cafe's veg and vegan options are a side note. They are well thought out and intentional here. Well done
Michael G. Khmelnitsky
Although this place is usually extremely busy and I don't really care for the order-at-the-counter system too much, the food here can't be beat!
For whatever reason, I actually haven't been here since the pandemic started, but then I went back and had some of the most delicious soup and a hearty and satisfying curry bowl. There are many menu items to choose from, and this place is good for everything from a quick lunch to a proper dinner.
I highly recommend Gabriel's Café to everyone. Come early; come often!
jim bo
Delicious food. Great looking menu items, so I'll have to come back soon to try some more.
A very busy restaurant, so try to avoid usual restaurant rush times.
Staff work quickly to keep tables cleared for more people. And the food is served pretty quick too.
Priced a little higher than I normally pay, but it's great value for money. Not to mention the restaurant is very active is supporting the less fortunate in our community.
T Rey
Gabriel’s Cafe: Excellent food with great staff. Things are a bit different in that you grab a menu clipboard- order/pay and wait at a table (rather than full table service). If I had to use the word “vibe” I’d say it’s excellent here. Nice decor, upbeat and open room in the heart of Nanaimo’s business and shop areas. There’s lots to do in this neighbourhood. Pleasant buskers, some jugglers, and free spirits inhabit this snappy little street.
Holly Hockridge
Such a cute and delicious cafe! The atmosphere is very trendy and everything is locally sourced within the cafe. Their ingredients come from local farmers and they use only free range eggs. Prices are reasonable and you do get a large portion for the amount that you are paying! Service is great and our waitress was very polite. This place does get very busy so either be ready to wait for a long time or come early!
Agnes
Needs another non dairy milk like almond milk. Then it would be perfect!
We ordered the Simple Plan breakfast and added the coconut milk pancakes with extra bacon.
It took awhile for the food to come. Warning the pancakes take a little longer. So be prepared.
Once the food came, everything was great. The pancakes were really good. I think the coconut milk adds a nice flavour
Matt Carter
From small takeaway counter to full restaurant, Gabriel's has improved over the years while growing to become one of the top dining choices in downtown Nanaimo. Appreciate the dedication to sourcing local ingredients and the bowling alley tables are wicked. Rice bowls, wraps, salads, all top-notch. Kudos to Gabriel and his crew!
Emily Larsen
Absolutely one of the best places to eat in Nanaimo. I don’t live in town anymore but make a point of going in once or twice every time that I am.
Jacky Dee
It excites me to see restaurants with these ideals booming in downtown Nanaimo. I've never had to send food back for any reason (and I'm super picky!), servers are always helpful and friendly. Love the open kitchen concept! My favourite dish : pulled pork pancakes with a fried egg and maple bourbon syrup!
Sacia Burton
Stoked on the food, the super friendly staff, and the above and beyond efforts to be socially and environmentally responsible. Truly a downtown gem, it's been so great to see Gabes expand and succeed!
Rebecca Chan
One of my favourite Nanaimo breakfast hangs - reliable delicious vegetarian and vegan food always
Brian Clarence Hartlen
I love Gabriel'sGourmetCafe, and now I work there. Love everything on the menu, healthy, locally sourced ingredients mostly (pineapple is of course from somewhere tropical). Totally my style, and the crew of people there are my kind of people.
Sandra Leigh
I tried the #9 - the vegan breakfast option - and loved it. Way down in the middle of the dish I found a treasure - avocado and a sweet chili sauce. Delicious.
Kendra Hynes
My friend took me here while I've been visiting from out of town. We came from breakfast, and sat out on the patio! It was delicious! I would have never thought to put pulled pork with pancakes, but it was awesome!
Nicole Tilley
The food was incredible!! Fresh and so tasty. Home made soup with salmon so good and the wrap was fabulous!! My first time in but won't be the last. Bern told I must try the eggs Benny 😁
Kathleen Anne Powell
I have been to Gabriel's on 10 delicious occasions & have had something different each time & each dish was worth going back for, always great
Lexie Hope
My girlfriends and I are addicts when it comes the Malaysian peanut bowl & the coconut pancakes! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ��This restaurant is so amazing! Love supporting local and everything on the menu is so so scrumptious! As well accommodating to special dietary needs/wishes! � Thanks for being so great! Proud to have this place in our community.
Yvette Styner
Most amazing breakfast I’ve ever had - and I’ve travelled all over the world! Generous portions, quality ingredients, great vibe, and amazing flavors! Highly highly recommended 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Karen Harrison
Used to be the best restaurant downtown but my last 3 experiences have been terrible. Hair in my food and wrong take out order. Getting too big too fast with nobody properly overseeing things.
Dave Lawrence
Some of the best food in Nanaimo! I'm glad we have cool places like this in Nanaimo. I also like that they give back to the community. Thanks for everything you do guys!
Ken Law
It's all awesome from the breakfast and lunch menus. It's actually a pretty cheap place to eat too, and fast service. try it out, you won't be disappointed!
Maylene Lim
I love everything about this place ���. Food are great, inexpensive, ambiance is awesome, fast and friendly service and best of all...it is local!
Colin Duff
Easily one of the best places to eat in nanaimo . I will always recommend it.
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