Best Oyster in Nanaimo

7 restaurant menus in Nanaimo, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Crow & Gate Pub
Crow & Gate Pub
87/100 (3763 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
Vegan Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Roast Beef
Quiche
Cakes
Salad
Clam Chowder
Crab
Fish
Oyster
Salmon
Burger
Crab Cake
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Shrimp
Fish & chips
Beef
Sit down
Bar
Pub
British
Canadian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Always the best in Canada! Beautiful building, great staff, great food, great beer! It's only downfall is that it's busy every time for good reasons..."
David Symons
"Food looked delicious. We were too full to eat but loved the place. Where else can you order a Merridale cider and sit in a manicured English garden..."
Stephen Stefanyk
"We love it! we drive up from Victoria just to go eat there, it's a relaxing atmosphere. Does get really busy at times but inside or outside it's just..."
Helen Main
"Great food, lovely staff and beautiful patio dining surrounded by stunning gardens. Inside is cozy and inviting. Favorite location to..."
Katrina Cairns
"It was our first time there. The atmosphere was warm welcoming, the food delicious and the staff were awesome. The Landscaping is absolutely..."
Michelle Roy Larson
"Such a beautiful establishment. Had an old Irish pub feel with fantastic beer and food! If you’re around the area it is a “MUST check it out”..."
Joshua Peters
"I love the Crow and Gate. Friendly, lovely atmosphere and great Kilkenny Cream Ale. Got here when it's busy (honestly when isn't it busy) so it..."
Karen Tidswell Vant Haaff
"We have been going to the Crow and Gate for over 30 years from the time when they used to have jousting and everyone in medieval costumes. It was..."
Cathy Freelove
"What an awesome find! My daughter brought us here while on a visit to Nanaimo. We will be back. The interior is just like a British pub, complete..."
Lorna Constantine
"My favorite pub lunch on the island. Out of the way and worth..."
David Paterson
Troller's Fish & Chips
Troller's Fish & Chips
87/100 (1130 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Seafood
Fast Food
Fast food
Seafood
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Crab
Clams
Oyster
Salmon
Crab Cake
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Cod
Halibut
French Fries
Burger
Fish & chips
Fish
Shrimp
Salad
Clam Chowder
Sit down
Seafood
Canadian
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great fish and chips and even better crab cakes! Sauces are also great. Line up and waiting times can be long though. We went twice and waited..."
J
"I didn't enjoy my meal at all. Fish was soft. The chips were too thin and the mushy peas were mashed sweet peas not British mushy peas. Good..."
Paige McLean
"My third time at Trollers and they are always awesome! It is a must-visit place for us during our family visits to the island! Their delicious Oyster..."
A M
"Really good food. First Fish and Chips that I have tried that is not greasy. Very yummy. I will come back for..."
Andre Bueno
"The halibut and chips maybe the best I've had. I've eaten a LOT of fish and cannot remember better. That said, my memory may not be the best, lol...."
Rob Smith
"What a unique place. Right on the wharf, floating on the ocean serving amazing food with amazing service. I ordered for takeout and it was quick..."
Joel Girard
Penny's Palapa
Penny's Palapa
85/100 (842 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Mexican
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Oyster
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Halibut
Burrito
Tortillas
Nachos
Shrimp
Ceviche
Fish
Pork
Salad
Sit down
Seafood
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Best nachos ever! My son and I took my wife there for her birthday. We ordered the nachos with the achiote pork. The 3 of us couldn't finish it...."
Kevin C
"The food was very good, although I couldn't try the tortilla soup because it arrived a little late. the service was..."
AGUILA AMERICA
"Fantastic service & such beautiful scenery. This lovely spot by the water is definitely worth checking out + the staff were super friendly about us..."
Lg Hammer
"Unique & wonderful experience on a floating restaurant in the harbour. Excellent quality food, and friendly prompt service here. Chicken..."
Drew Carlisle
"A great meal. Beautiful being on the water. Usual fare. A little pricy, but your paying for the vibe. Great crew. Food is delicious. Not sure if they..."
jim bo
"Great place to stop for lunch after walking the seawall. Delicious and large sized nachos, beers and a dog-friendly patio! Plus they have vegan..."
Sarah Fletcher
"Me and my boyfriend love to eat here, they always have the most amazing and friendly servers, who are always happy to tend to all of your needs or..."
Kenzie
"Beautiful place with really nice food and amazing staff.I had the chipotle chicken wrap and it was really filling. The staff were..."
Ar Kh
Bold Knight Restaurant
Bold Knight Restaurant
77/100 (841 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Steakhouse
Canadian
Steakhouse
Seafood
Canadian
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Oyster
Calamari
Chowder
Ribs
Prawns
Shrimp
Lobster
Salad
Scallops
Sit down
Seafood
Canadian
Steakhouse
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"The Bold Knight is our go-to date night spot. Always a great meal, and good portions. The coconut prawns are a..."
Liz Cullen
"Food was delicious and flavorful. Servers were great. My steak a little over cooked my son's was slightly under cooked. Minor issues as very seldom..."
Maynard Skrepnechuk
"I don't understand why this restaurant isn't packed. The prices are decent and the food is delicious. The only reason it's getting 4 stars is because..."
TheMoth219
"Don't know where to start . Was near the end of an extremely long and stressful personal trip and this place was an oasis from the stress . The..."
Cariboo Peter
"It would have been perfect on any other night, but it was Valentines, so service was slow due to how busy they were. I had a New York steak and found..."
Lesley Kennedy
"Omg! The best prawn and lobster souvlaki ever 😋 Firstly, they bring hot buns with garlic butter, then a salad to start. Main dish comes with rice,..."
Sherees44
Lighthouse Bistro And Pub
Lighthouse Bistro And Pub
75/100 (1846 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Gastropub
Grill
Grill
Canadian
Seafood
Canadian
Seafood
Sushi
Gastropub
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Chowder
Fish & chips
Pasta
Bruschette
Fish & Chips
Salad
Pesto
Tapas
Wings
Fish
Fish Taco
Clam Chowder
Tacos
Crab
Cod
Scallops
Halibut
Clams
Burger
Ribs
Oyster
Curry
Calamari
Prawns
Hot Pot
Mussels
Nachos
Tuna
Shrimp
Calamares
Beef
Carbonara
Salmon
Sit down
Grill
Gastropub
Seafood
Canadian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The PROS found ourselves in downtown Nanaimo yesterday, and we were looking for a place to #putitinmyMOUTH ~ We decided we wanted to go somewhere..."
PROS BUZZ
"Didn’t expect much from a pub in a touristy spot, and we were pleasantly surprised! Great service and delicious food. Their mussels are to die for...."
Jen S
"What a beautiful spot!! We had a great dinner, the halibut was sooo good an nice and hot. My husband had bourbon chicken. Our server was soo sweet!!..."
linda hodgson
"They were very busy when we got there and were upfront about the potential wait time for food. The wait time after ordering was as promised but we..."
Ryan Corbett
Millers Pub
Millers Pub
70/100 (1572 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Canadian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Oyster
Halibut
Fish
Burger
Beef
Salad
Bar
Pub
Canadian
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Sports bars
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We have been back since new ownership. So impressed with the improvements! -food and the presentation -cleanliness and physical..."
Debra Tobin
"We always make a point of visiting Miller's when are at our boat at nearby Stones Marina. Food and service is consistantly good under the new, ..."
Rob Litke
"Excellent burger n..."
Chris Camaro
"I think it's changed ownership. I really recommend this place. Good was tasty, and came out quickly. Staff were all polite and friendly. Plenty of..."
jim bo
"Cheap Long Island doubles everyday, waitresses very friendly and polite! Wings were good..."
Cody Liebenau
"Tasty food and reasonable prices. I had a prawn wrap, which is not on the menu but suggested by our sunny waitress (Hayley) which came with a side...."
Ray Ranalli
Beefeater's Chop House & Grill
Beefeater's Chop House & Grill
70/100 (1344 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
Seafood
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Souvlaki
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Oyster
Calamari
Calamares
Fish & chips
Salmon
Burger
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Shrimp
Halibut
Beef
Prawns
Sit down
Seafood
Canadian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I popped in for a quick breakfast and was pleasantly surprised at the great food and good value. Presentation was superb, befitting of a fancier..."
Franyo Paulo
"Need a Caesar or two before a ferry? Top up on some garlic fries, and very reasonable priced appetizers, to avoid the ferry food line up. Very good..."
Tom Steele
"The food was pretty good but the fries were kinda old. Service is really nice and friendly, and the atmosphere was calm and nice..."
Esraa S
"The food here is excellent, in house made everything. The chef knows what they are doing! Prices are good with fair value. Service is friendly,..."
janetbplanet (Intrepid Trekker)
"We had our Valentine’s dinner and were very pleased. I had Prime Rib done a perfect medium rare, my salad could have used a little more dressing. ..."
Marjorie Pelton