Best Breakfast in Nanaimo

81 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 to December 2024)
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Le Brunch Cafe
Le Brunch Cafe
100/100 (20 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
Canadian
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Canadian
Café
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Nanaimo Bc
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
French
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
French
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mb Mart Nanaimo
Mb Mart Nanaimo
99/100 (462 ratings)
Speciality Food Market
Restaurants
Israeli
Arabic
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Greek
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Lebanese
Halal
Turkish
Arabic
Persian
Persian
Turkish
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Hummus
Lebanese
Arabic
Greek
Persian
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Turkish
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent spot for quality Mediterranean groceries, snacks, teas, and homemade deli items, salads, desserts etc! The owner is warm and friendly,..."
rahim valli
"Stopped over in Nanaimo on a sailing trip around Vancouver Island with my kids. Wanted to try this place since it was close to our marina. Incredible..."
Margaret Shepherd
"This store is magnificent! The owner is one of the nicest men! His shop is full of delectable foods. Take some time to walk around and see this..."
Clint Menard
"By far the best source of middle eastern foods in the mid island area. The owner is a delightful and generous man. He sells the best olives, feta,..."
Whelm King
"This shop is my go-to for everything! The store owner is an absolute delight and makes the experience that much more amazing. Best place for Baklava,..."
Jacky Dee
"Highly recommend MB Mart...Krinos Kalamata extra virgin olive oil from Greece is fantastic.. Worth the trip just for the this olive..."
Rob Saunders
"This market is fabulous. The baklava was so good, we went back for more. The hummus is out of this world. You won't be..."
Debbie Stewart
"Very welcoming and they've got a large variety of Middle Easten and Halal food. I think this is the only place that sells Mediterranean food here in..."
Tima Taan
Remedy Coffee Bar
98/100 (24 ratings)
Restaurants
Lunch
Breakfast
Breakfast
Lunch
Drip Coffee
Drip Coffee
93/100 (662 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Café
Canadian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Cafe Today
Cafe Today
92/100 (528 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
Cafe
Canadian
Cafe
Healthy
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Omelette
Sit down
Healthy
Canadian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Takeout
Validated Parking
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"Nice little place with a good patio space. Good omelettes. A wide variety of sandwiches and breakfast all day for those of you who like to get..."
Kevin Baumann
"Nice little cafe nestled in Longwood Station that offers the full range of hot beverages and snack items and some lunches. The cute patio surrounded..."
Boccincini Babe
"live across the road from this cafe and always receive stellar service and food, I highly recommend this..."
Kieran Davidson
"A hidden treasure in Longwood Station. Owned by two sisters, Cafe Today offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps, breakfast combinations and hot & cold..."
Dustin James Fee
"I have come to look forward to my Nanaimo visits. This time I tried the bulgogi omelette. Highly recommend. I am usually a ketchup gal on eggs,..."
Rosalyn L
"Super friendly staff. Amazing food! A cozy quaint place to enjoy coffee or a light meal. So good. I can’t wait for warmer weather to enjoy the..."
Janice Armstrong
"A gem! Great coffee, delicious food, and good service. We had their chicken sandwich, granola yogurt, caramel latte and normal latte, all really..."
Ravi Agrawal
"Was visiting the Island from Vancouver and stopped here on our road trip. We were just looking for quick stop, and this place did not disappoint!..."
Daniel Stead
"Food looks amazing, smells amazing and also tastes amazing too. I recommend this..."
Ethan Dekker
"This has become my family and I favourite place for breakfast, the service is already great and you can tell they cook the food with love. Worth..."
Justin Tremblay
"The very best scones ever but only if you get the fresh ones, I was all excited to return for another feed only to get a day old microwaved version,..."
Viv Williams
"Nice comfortable spot to spend some time and just relax. Big windows give the space a nice light and the seats and tables are all big and..."
Clinton Wong
The Globe Nanaimo
The Globe Nanaimo
92/100 (200 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Amazing place to get quality buds, 25 percent plus thc strains. Rich use to give many things like resin and all for..."
Anish Ahuja
"Friendly staff, amazing studio, positive vibes and sweet..."
Eagle Junior
"Amazing friendly and knowledgeable staff. Always terrific product many many choices! They now serve food there too!! I love it there! One of my..."
Jaye Kotasek
"I absolutely loved our stay here at the Globe. Richard is friendly and great to chat with. Room was spotless, comfy bed, lots of space and awesome..."
Paige Kurpjuweit
The Bee's Knees Cafe' And Catering
The Bee's Knees Cafe' And Catering
91/100 (268 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Middle Eastern
Canadian
Persian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Cafe
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Sandwiches
Cakes
Sit down
Canadian
Café
Persian
Middle Eastern
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"I’ve just discovered this cafe, and now anytime I drive up island I plan to make a pit stop! They are a very clean and cheerful atmosphere,..."
Savanah Joy
"I ordered a catered breakfast from the Bee's Knees Cafe and picked it up from the new location. Having only been to the original location before, I..."
Anna Lawrence
"Wow! What a fantastic place! Atmosphere is perfect. Service is beyond perfect. The food (I had the peanut yam soup and chocolate torte with a London..."
Angela Gasson
"One word………. Delightful. The atmosphere is an eclectic mix of furniture, relaxing music and amazing customer service. It is so very clean,..."
Tammy Mitchell
"I truly love going to the bee's knees. Their coffee has been consistently brewed to perfection year after year. For me, there is nothing better than..."
Jeremy Unrau
"I order catering/lunches for education I support around both Alberta and BC and I have to say The Bee's Knee's café is the best services I have had..."
Amy Byrne
"I have eaten at many cafes around Vancouver island and especially Nanaimo. I would easily say the food and deserts here are made with the most..."
Brendan Moffat
The Breakfast Nook
The Breakfast Nook
91/100 (653 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Cafe
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Pancakes
Canadian
Café
Seating
Table Service
Gift Cards Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Street Parking
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
Rawmbas
Rawmbas
90/100 (196 ratings)
Dessert
Quick Bites
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Falafel
Burger
Salad
Cheesecake
"This place is AWESOME! Gluten free and vegan muffins are out of this world and with no corn (big plus for a GF option). You definitely feel the..."
Roxanneee5
"We bought the Apple Raspberry vegan gluten-free muffins from Pomme Natural Market (freezer section). They were AMAZING! Incredibly moist and very..."
LJ Kriese
"Had great breakfast with family here. We enjoyed the falafel and veggie wraps as well as the breakfast sandwich and muffins. There is great coffee..."
Hila B.
"Such a great place to stop for coffee, or lunch, or snacks. My husband raves that their coconut milk lattes are the best he’s had. Their muffins..."
Lauren S
"Biff provided excellent customer service, like, outstanding. The coffee is hot and fresh. Strong enough but not overwhelming. I had a blueberry..."
Dane Eivindson
"Fab food- the Thai bowl is amazing. As are the muffins. They're so good I haven't tried anything else after 4 visits. I'm not vegetarian but can..."
Jonathon Carkner
"I've had everything on the menu! Each and every dish is fantastic. I've taken meat eaters here who would never eat like a place like this on their..."
K
"I stopped by there on my way to the ferry. The food was quick, fresh and we'll made (the sauce was properly portioned throughout the wrap so that..."
Kevin Day
Buzz Coffee House
Buzz Coffee House
89/100 (793 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Canadian
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Café
Australian
Canadian
Café
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Buzz buzz buzz buzz I sing the praises of the buzz! Beautiful inside! Awesome staff! Always good! They lose half a point because the food selection..."
No Name Keeps Me Honest
"Love the staff, the energy, and their matcha latte every time I come into this coffee shop. The owner is hilarious and his employees always makes me..."
Lisasonfire
"Best coffee. The coffee here tastes like coffee should. Easily the best place to pick up any sort of coffee drink: espresso, cappuccino, or just a..."
Alwayshungry
"Great atmosphere, great service, and great food! Their deliciously moist carrot cake will melt in your mouth as you sink into one of their comfy..."
Gabrielle Bishop
"This cafe is amazing! Nothing to say but good things! Drinks are good, food amazing and staff are the friendliest people! Had the privilege of..."
Maile Davis
"Delicious gem. Very long lines continuously since 10am! The food is delicious, looks fresh, and the presentation is great. Pretty atmosphere,..."
Guadalupe Forcier
"So happy to have you open so close to us. Wonderful friendly staff. The shop is so bright and fun. Really enjoyed our coffee and treats. We will..."
lori felker
"I don't live in Nanaimo but was thoroughly impressed when we found this humble little coffee shop on highway 4 on our way through town. We were..."
Wes Inaba
"Stopped in for the first time with my 7 month old daughter while we waited for my husband to finish an appointment and was so pleased. Great coffee..."
Rachelle DesRochers
"What a pretty place. So stylishly decorated. Lots of white paint, plants and basketry. Wanting to support these guys after recent events I took my..."
mar ter kuile
"Everyone welcome! Had a wonderful experience at Buzz coffee. They helped me figure out what met my dietary needs and the meal was..."
H Roberts
Hearthstone Artisan Bakery
Hearthstone Artisan Bakery
88/100 (762 ratings)
Dessert
Bakeries
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Cakes
Fast food
Canadian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Beautiful bakery with amazing variety of choices. Their house made bread is great with daily changes so you can make different choices to what you..."
Eric Jun Kim
"Cute shop, with a variety of options of sweet and savoury pastry. It was also my first time trying Nanaimo bar - and I’m so glad I got it from..."
Fen H
"We ordered a custom cake for a birthday party and it was exactly what we wanted! Beautifully made and unbelievably tasty. The baking team was..."
Brittany Webster
"We booked our wedding cake through hearthstone bakery and they were amazing to deal with, communication and creativity was perfect ! They also went..."
Kelsie Nicholls
"Fantastic baked goods, friendly staff. Their sausage rolls are especially good. They sometimes have veggie currey rolls for a vegetarian..."
Kooper2080
"Excellent baked goods! Update: the vanilla & chocolate cake slice w/berry compote was really good! The icing was just right, not too sweet :-) A..."
Mike H
"I ordered a cake from an inspiration I found online and it turned out just as I wanted. We went with cookies & cream flavor and it was the best cake..."
Leanne Reardigan
Jalapenos Mexican Food
Jalapenos Mexican Food
88/100 (1400 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Fajitas
Fast food
Spanish
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Takeout
Television
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Lovely and warm welcoming staff! The atmosphere of this place is cozy, vibrant and very inviting. Food was yum !I got the burrito speciality and the..."
Austin Jeng
"We had friends visit from out of town and they requested Mexican for dinner. We gave Gina's a go and it was FANTASTIC! So good actually that we went..."
Weslie Gould
"Really good Mexican food. This was one of the best lunch restaurants visited on a 6 day Vancouver Island vacation. Great staff service..."
Dean Schilling
"A great get away to get some brilliant Mexican food. Tried their jalapeno cheese filled meal option and it was lip smacking. Drove 1.5 hours from..."
Aswathy Suresh
"Loved this place, is not like 100 authentic but really good still, love their salsas and just everything will go again for sure! I could not even..."
Rita Rodriguez
Calico Cat Tea House
Calico Cat Tea House
88/100 (868 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
Canadian
Lunch
Breakfast
Salad
Crepes
Sit down
Canadian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"My partner surprised me with a tea leaf reading and lunch, and all I can say was wow! Beautifully decorated, the food can be accommodated to be..."
J Speed
"I loved this place so much. I was taken for a tea leaf reading by a friend when I visited from Vancouver. The reading was great! The high tea amazing..."
Louisa Farrell
"What a unique experience and even though I went in the middle of the pandemic, I was very impressed with the precautions taken. I felt safe the..."
Tammi Parsons
"From the moment you are greeted at the door, Calico Cat is an experience you won't forget. I enjoyed the BEST carrot cake (gluten free too!) Generous..."
S Walton
"Loved Loved this place It was an experience I will not soon forget Our tea leaf reader Heather was spot on with everything she told us. She was..."
Jan Ulrich
"We had a reading with Heather and she was fantastic! Such a fun experience. We also had lunch afterwards. The mushroom soup is un friggin..."
Clint Menard
"OMGGG soy cuttteeeee!! It has an antique cottagecore vibe sadly it’s hidden but I would love if it was more popular. I shared the 3 tier platter..."
Abi Biddic
Red's Bakery
Red's Bakery
87/100 (765 ratings)
Dessert
Bakeries
Cafe
Deli
Canadian
Canadian
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheesecake
Cheesecakes
Cakes
Sit down
Canadian
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Free Wifi
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Really appreciated how they're the only bakery open early and late in the area. In all fairness, we only tried their Nanaimo bar in all of Nanaimo...."
Ellen Wong
"Visiting Nanaimo, we were looking for… you guessed it, drinks & nanaimo bars! This place has a great selection of Nanaimo bars (i.e. classic,..."
D Y
"We visited from the main land and heard great things about Reds and we were not disappointed. Fantastic service and selection of desserts! We had the..."
Bryce Koebel
"Delicious dessert, lots to choose from. Variety of Nanaimo bars, cheesecake, subs, and more. Lovely staff. The Nanaimo bar is a bit too sweet for my..."
Jennifer K
"Well, it was so delicious that I couldn't even get a photo of it before I finished it! We got a nanaimo bar and the raspberry blackberry cheesecake...."
Robyn
"Tried this place for the first time today and purchased a Nanaimo Bar Cheesecake and it was incredibly delicious. At first I thought it would be..."
Linda MacLean
"Super nice staff! Their pork sausage rolls look similar to other commercial items … but so much better! They are super tasty with a subtle surprise..."
Seagall
Felice Cafe
Felice Cafe
87/100 (366 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Asian
Asian
Cafe
Korean
Canadian
Korean
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Beef
Asian
Korean
Canadian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Tried Felice for the first time yesterday. The restaurant is clean and very welcoming. The staff were very friendly. The food was amazing, so good!..."
Geoff H
"Great food, I enjoy the beef bulgogi lunch box. The strawberry cheesecake is perfect dessert to end my meal. If you're near Departure Bay Beach, stop..."
Hotelierk14
"Awesome first experience at Felice this weekend! Such a beautiful, bright cafe right next to Departure Bay Beach. Great selection of menu items, I..."
Shannon A
"Incredibly delicious! Absolutely fantastic service and friendly staff! The bulgogi beef on rice, the chicken, the macaroons, and the bubble tea ---..."
Karlee Wilson
"Supporting local business tour This is a great place for food and dessert at any time ! ( sorry that I finished the lunch box and drink before I..."
TOM CHEN
"This is a hidden gem of Nanaimo. Not your average Cafe. The 5 stars is for the panini alone. The food is hand made, loaded with flavor, and well..."
Eliot Korney
"Tried this place because it's one of the few bobba tea spots, and it is really good! Also tried their homemade panini and really enjoyed it, all of..."
vanlerberghe yann
"Amazing food ALWAYS and such kind owner's!!! Never had a bad experience there . They are our favorite eat out spot..."
Jodi ThisLifeThisGoAtIt
Javawocky Coffee House
Javawocky Coffee House
87/100 (444 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Canadian
Cafe
Canadian
Breakfast
Cakes
Sit down
Café
Canadian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
Kelly's Kitchen
Kelly's Kitchen
86/100 (1522 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Diner
Canadian
Diner
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Pancakes
Toasts
Omelette
Sit down
Diner
Canadian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"UP - Lots of menu options, friendly staff and decent prices.DOWN - Small floor space so tight seating.OUT - A pretty bumpin place..."
Mahoyvan
"Great fry up breakfast. Excellent breaky for those mornings craving a good ol fry up breakfast. Staff is incredibly friendly with great..."
Nazz
"Heard the eggs Benedict was good here. They aren't anything special. It was mostly..."
Yum Yum In My Tum
"Good Breakfast. We enjoyed the breakfast the owner checked if we enjoyed the..."
JR
"L love their food, we eat there every Saturday morning and usually get the same thing because its so good! I get a clubhouse sandwich on gluten free..."
Alicia
"Fabulous breakfast!. Finally somewhere to go for breakfast in Nanaimo!! Fabulous food and amazing service and prices. My special order is a..."
Stephanie
"Friendly and warm atmosphere; great food.. We followed the owners and staff of the Husky House Restaurant to their new digs, called Kelly's Kitchen..."
Judith
"Good, basic diner breakfast. Arrived as the place opened and watched it fill within 10 minutes! Good portions. Good coffee. Dated but clean decor...."
Samantha Chande
"Have been going here for sometime when I know I'm going to get a really good meal. Today was no different. I ordered the Duke Point which goes for..."
Br Br
"I have been coming here since they were husky house downtown for a total 17 years… Nothing has changed still the best burger you’ll ever have in..."
Mac Ramsay
"Was really excited to try this place due to the positive reviews. We had to wait to get in, and it took a long time to get our food, but when it..."
Moshe Appel
"My club had turkey scraps which had some bones. And the soda was from a can. Not my favorite. My husband did enjoy his..."
Connie Stip
"Food was good. It wasn't overly-fancy but you got a lot for the price which is certainly something I appreciate. The hash browns weren't the best,..."
Eggo less
"Excellent eggs bennie really good food service is a little bit slow but it is worth the..."
Terry Astro
"Had a great breakfast. Went with friends to hang out and bs. Great service and food. Definitely going..."
Duane Stone
White Rabbit Coffee Co.
White Rabbit Coffee Co.
86/100 (521 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Canadian
Breakfast
Canadian
Café
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"A coffee shop located inside an old train station. Very welcoming space, with baked goods and seasonal features. We tried their cortado and..."
Kathy Pan
"We had an amazing breakfast here today! The avocado toast and the ricotta and jam toast were both incredible. Muffins were delicious. The coffee,..."
Kaelin Gregory
"Nice little coffee shop, clean and decent amount of seating inside and outside. They even have wild rabbits in the backyard that visit. Coffee was..."
Mehr Poulad
"Cute coffee shop located in an old train station, entrance is located out back but there's plenty of signage indicating this. Both the iced mocha and..."
M H
"One of my all-time favourite places in Nanaimo. Such a great place to hang out by yourself and get some work or reading done, or bring a pal to..."
Delfina Villacorta-Mejia
"I ordered a Flat White & Telus happened to be providing a free drink to anyone who wanted to redeem the offer for the day. The workers were very kind..."
Harrison Ens
"High quality coffee and delicious pastries! One of the best cafes on the Island hands..."
Mike Freedman
"The smoothest matcha I’ve had on the island so far — this cup was a work of art!! Reasonably priced too, especially if using the 15% VIU student..."
Shereen Lee
Gabriel's Gourmet Cafe
Gabriel's Gourmet Cafe
85/100 (2962 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Fusion
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Fusion
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Chowder
Curry
Sandwiches
Prawns
Burger
Eggs Benedict
Beef
Toasts
Omelette
Green Curry
Pancakes
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Salad
Veggie Burger
Chili
Salmon
Cakes
Pork
Sit down
Fusion
Canadian
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"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..."
Matt Carter
"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..."
Emily Larsen
"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..."
Jacky Dee
"Stoked on the food, the super friendly staff, and the above and beyond efforts to be socially and environmentally responsible. Truly a downtown gem,..."
Sacia Burton
"One of my favourite Nanaimo breakfast hangs - reliable delicious vegetarian and vegan food..."
Rebecca Chan
"I love Gabriel'sGourmetCafe, and now I work there. Love everything on the menu, healthy, locally sourced ingredients mostly (pineapple is of course..."
Brian Clarence Hartlen
"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...."
Sandra Leigh
"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..."
Kendra Hynes
"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...."
Nicole Tilley
"I have been to Gabriel's on 10 delicious occasions & have had something different each time & each dish was worth going back for, always..."
Kathleen Anne Powell
"My girlfriends and I are addicts when it comes the Malaysian peanut bowl & the coconut pancakes! HIGHLY RECOMMEND ��This restaurant is so..."
Lexie Hope
"Most amazing breakfast I’ve ever had - and I’ve travelled all over the world! Generous portions, quality ingredients, great vibe, and amazing..."
Yvette Styner
"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..."
Dave Lawrence
"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..."
Ken Law
"I love everything about this place ���. Food are great, inexpensive, ambiance is awesome, fast and friendly service and best of all...it is..."
Maylene Lim
"Easily one of the best places to eat in nanaimo . I will always recommend..."
Colin Duff
"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..."
Gisele Verrier
"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..."
Merry Kuchle
"Even though it was busy, very polite, quick service. Excellent hash special and London fog. Would highly recommend. As a vegetarian, I love the..."
Rhys Badenoch
"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..."
Michael G. Khmelnitsky
"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..."
jim bo
"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..."
T Rey
"Such a cute and delicious cafe! The atmosphere is very trendy and everything is locally sourced within the cafe. Their ingredients come from local..."
Holly Hockridge
"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..."
Agnes
Roman's European Cuisine, Restaurant & Lounge
Roman's European Cuisine, Restaurant & Lounge
85/100 (42 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Ukrainian
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
After-hours
Coco Cafe
Coco Cafe
85/100 (798 ratings)
Quick Bites
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"I have not eaten breakfast here and I have eaten lunch quite a few times. I have gone with a soup and sandwich combo each time and have been totally..."
David Arthur Campbell Lawford
"This is my favourite coffee shop / breakfast/lunch place in the world. Great food, great staff, and very pleasant..."
Peter Booth
"You haven’t eaten here yet? We’ll then, your next meal out must be at the CoCo Cafe, if it’s not the wonderful and energetic staff that you..."
Lee MacDonald
"One of the best breakfast spots I have ever been! Everything is so delicious and fresh and made with love. Coco’s a true Vancouver Island gem..."
Shalyn Przada
"❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Loved it! All the food looks amazing! Love the fact you offer KETO options as well as GF options. I will definitely be..."
Sarah Blott
"Just had the most delicious takeaway lunch :Chicken/ Brie and Apple Panini with Thai chicken curry soup brought to my office.Thank you Amazing..."
Chantal Clarke
"Awesome, delicious food!! We will be back, no doubt about it! 5..."
Skye LC
"Oh my! we stopped by the Coco today and had the thai chicken wrap with coconut curry soup Oh my! Absolutely delicious and worth the drive. Please..."
Anthony Parkin
"Fabulous food and service whenever I stop in. If you aren't really hungry, consider sharing a sandwich or wrap as they are extremely filling. Coco..."
Lynn Halkett
"Delicious food, great service. A great place to..."
Jamie Black
"Had scones with coffee. Both excellent. Saw the breakfast bowls being delivered to other tables. They looked so good Nice to see a community cafe..."
Tim Goos
"Great staff, welcoming environment, delicious food (turkey stuffing sandwich..mmmmmm) and the best London Fog drink I have ever had. It's clear the..."
Sarah MacGregor
"Awesome place! I highly recommend this great place in our..."
Maria Gonzales
"Exactly as I expected... great food, service and..."
Brian Meek
"Stopped for lunch and had a delicious sandwich and salad. Served with a smile and enjoyed the café very much. Will definitely return for..."
Sam H. Hunter
"Best breakfast I've had in a long time!! We had Eggs Benny and breakfast on a plate. Eggs were perfect!! Friendly staff and excellent coffee as well...."
Kim
"Brought my husband here for a Father's Day Brunch. Staff was VERY helpful & pleasant, the menu enticing. LARGE cups of excellent coffee with free..."
Lori Pollock
"Will Return Regularly!. From the outside it doesn’t exactly look at inviting and could have been missed from the road. However, upon entry the warm..."
Theobrama Caca
"Just plain good!. Drinks made to order, even almond milk macha lattes! Great muffins, scones and cinnamon rolls, tasty soups, salads and..."
Brenda
"COCO Cafe ... Such a friendly and fun place ... and good food too! Love..."
Slegg
"Lattes & cinnamon buns are amazing, best I've ever had :) great community business and friendly..."
Jenn
"CoCo's Cafe. CoCo's is great. I have been going since they opened and I have nothing but good thoughts about place. The staff are friendly, gracious..."
Forbesm
"I like Coco Café. The drinks and food are fantastic, the staff are friendly and helpful, and there's a sizeable parking lot right next to the..."
Michael G. Khmelnitsky
"Edit: The issue has been discussed and fixed. I went today at 8 am too. Orders were all perfect, customer service was excellent, and the food was..."
Jansait Qughondouqa
"Touring BC. Found this gem looking for a place for lunch. I had the chicken sandwich. Huge! My only meal that day. Our last day begore we went home,..."
Diane Lourenco
"Read some good reviews and came to check it out for myself. They’ve set up and excellent order-in-front, pickup-out-back system, and the food came..."
Ross Greenwood
"Oh man.....this place along with the staff was amazing. We got in early and couldn't check into our hotel yet and we were hungry so we took a drive..."
Bryce Lether
"Amazing food and super friendly..."
Melissa Shepherd
"Love going to Coco's for breakfast! I got the BLT benny this time but I am also addicted to their bruschetta breakfast. Its a kid friendly place with..."
Krista Fetchko
Grand Cru Restaurant
Grand Cru Restaurant
84/100 (96 ratings)
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"The Grand is always a good choice for a quiet meal in a lovely setting. The menu choices are great and always a little bit different. Today's soup..."
Kim
"Honestly if I could give this place more stars, I would. We had an anniversary dinner here that was fantastic. I don’t know how more people don’t..."
Stephanie Garza
"This is my first restaurant I had tried when I was in Nanaimo and I was sooooooo amazed !!! I m from Vancouver and Taiwan, both places are full with..."
Yeh Kelly
"I'll say Excellent, Good Food! Clean, Friendly Crew!!! FUN! Interesting! An experience! Good Job looking after the Left over packaging A place for..."
D
"The service was excellent, the decor and ambience very nice and the prices wrt the quality are reasonably reasonable🤔. They could raise their..."
R David Anthony
"Great price and outstanding service with a very classic garden experience. Downton Abbey vibes and a hotel dog. not much more to ask..."
Yugi
"We were treated to an amazing meal here for our anniversary. The food was incredible, so attractive and delicious. We had the halibut and..."
Vegas Dargatz
Columbia Bakery
Columbia Bakery
84/100 (557 ratings)
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"BeeSting is delicious!!!. I tried one of their BeeSting's well actually 3, they were fabulously delicious and the ingredients all tasted real!. So..."
Sikimcivor
"I have their bread and pretzels mostly. I phone to order the bread and they are very kind. I have been scolded one time for waiting in the wrong..."
Picky Nicky
"Always great buns and pretzels. We also have had special orders from them for German vinegar. Every time we visit the island we always stop in for..."
Gawkie
"Sweet!. Easy to drive on by since it's a busy street and all, but try going in and you'll be hooked on..."
Janet
"Columbia Bakery. They make there money by turning out an incredible volume of food. There is usually a lineup and the staff are very friendly. The..."
Chefassassin
"Best bakery in nanaimo. Have been going to this bakery for many many years and it still has the best glazed donuts in town. I highly recommend..."
Rich_hartman
"Definately the Best Rye Bread on the Island.. Everytime we are in Nanaimo we come to this bakery for their delicous rye bread. We used to order their..."
Jane Doe
"Love that..."
Bella Swan
"4 generations of my family have been coming here for the last 50 years. From my Opa to my 2 young daughters, it’s always a pleasure to go in with..."
Scott Parker
"Simply amazing... try the vanilla slice or the strawberry tart! Grab something to go or dine in. There is a lot of space to enjoy a sandwich, baked..."
Matthew J. Van Den Hooven
"Went there with my German friend. We loved it so much. Great service and selection of breads and sweets. Very friendly staff. Cosy atmosphere. Will..."
Kasumi Suzuki
"Still has covid protocols in place. Allowed me to phone ahead to place an order for pickup. Friendly service and affordable prices. Some of the best..."
Roy Bradfield
"Amazing Pretzels. Drop by every week to pick up a few. I absolutely recommend giving them a try. Very..."
Angela Forrest
Subway
84/100 (103 ratings)
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Top Notch Burgers
Top Notch Burgers
84/100 (634 ratings)
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Bodhi's Artisan Bakery
Bodhi's Artisan Bakery
84/100 (811 ratings)
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"Bodhiciously good!. I remember back when I was in college during the late 1970s and the American Southern slang word "bodacious" started coming into..."
Bukko Boomeranger
"Delicious. Everything I've tried here is delicious! They have great sandwiches, brownies, cinnamon buns, coffee and of course their breads are..."
Laura
"Best and finest quality !. This bakery cannot be compared to Cobs or other chain type bakeries, as the organic flour used here is freshly ground on..."
Arlene
"If you go there for nothing else, do yourself a favor and try a Pumpkin Spice Muffin. They are amazing, full of flavor and moist, tender, and..."
Lemonade Stand
"Worth every penny. If you enjoy grocery store baked goods, or mass produced bread (can you say preservatives?) you will think Bodhi's is expensive..."
Rxwestcoast
"Wow. The bread is just great - some people complain about the price... well one cannot expect a hand built Rolls Royce quality (well baked or double..."
Breadaholic
"Absolutely Fantastic.. The best bakery in Nanaimo. Nice texture and good price for their baguette. Their sandwiches are really good. Chicken with..."
Jane Doe
"If you have a hankering for sourdough bread, best make a beeline for Bodhi’s Artisan Bakery, on a leafy Nanaimo street. They make a good half-dozen..."
Bill Corbett
Serious Coffee Vicc
Serious Coffee Vicc
84/100 (418 ratings)
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Perkins Coffee Company
Perkins Coffee Company
83/100 (298 ratings)
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Canadian
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Tania's Restaurant
Tania's Restaurant
83/100 (1650 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Canadian
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