Canadian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Nanaimo

115 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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Alice's Restaurant
Alice's Restaurant
70/100 (871 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
Canadian
Diner
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Pancakes
Diner
Canadian
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Big meal for the price. I had the Western omelette and boy they loaded it with ingredients. Service was fine, the waiter was pleasant. The other..."
Dennis Gane
"I didn't check-in nor had a chance to eat in their restaurant or what so ever. But I like the vibe of this area somewhat old-school. It was located..."
FYRD
"This older style restaurant does not fail to deliver a BIG breakfast that tasted amazing! I'm a big eater and struggled to finish it with my old..."
Brent Scott
"The food was tasty, but I only picked basic items. Done is the menu looks amazing though, like the sweet and salty pancakes! Next time. Service..."
Geoff Schmidt
"Excellent Salisbury steak especially the deluxe edition. Very tasty indeed. It's my favorite without a question. Good job people, keep it coming is..."
Gregg McMillan
"We had a good breakfast at Alice’s a few weeks ago the Eggs Benedict hit the spot the portion was right on so was the price service was okay . The..."
Stew
"Waitress was super nice . The food though was amazing was breakfast time so if you want a great breakfast and also the prices are crazy amazing..."
Sarah Daniels
Subway
Subway
70/100 (138 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Fast Food
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"SERVERS ROCK!!! H. And j. We’re funny and got our orders perfectly! These guys worked hard and had excellent customer service! Great subway..."
Alana Mittertreiner
"Breakfast sandwich was good. Fast service. Cheap. Building was Clean. I would go..."
Steeven Valois
"I always get good service here and they do their very best to make my sandwich the way I like. Anytime I have ever had an issue they are quick to..."
RattleShark the Pizza Daddy
"Not usually one to write my reviews but holy moly. Honestly blown away at how good the service was for only having 1 staff on, never had such a good..."
Wade Kellett
"We ate there last year and just ate there again on the weekend, both times friendly service. Our sandwichs where fantastic! Quick service, freash..."
Pam
"The girl who was working around noon made the best sub I’ve had from subway, she put on the perfect amount of each topping. Bless..."
C M
"Service was good but they do not accept American money so I couldnt tell you about the food :). They were nice people..."
Christine Scott
"This location always delivers quality subs. They actually listen to you when ordering. I eat here once a..."
Evan Adams
"My son very likes to eat..."
Ben Wang
"My son very likes to eat..."
Ben Wang
"Decent service but have the prices ever gone up. $28 for 2 meals. Could have eaten at a better place for that..."
Yard Plots
"Best Subway in town. Amazing staff and very friendly. Prepared fresh sandwich and made a delicious..."
Jackson Jhonty
"Out for an early morning run when I ran out of water. Stopped here for a quick water refill, the staff was friendly and cheered me on my..."
Alex Passini
"It delivers a great Sub sandwich to your..."
Shelley Jane “Shelljo92” Ollivier
"Great staff friendly. Made sandwiches in front of..."
Steven Smith
Jingle Pot Pub
Jingle Pot Pub
70/100 (1177 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Canadian
Bar
Pub
Canadian
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Fish
Burger
Salad
Wings
Nachos
Sit down
Bar
Canadian
Pub
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wow. I had the 2 piece fish subbed a salad and also came with fresh grated cabbage cole slaw. This was an amazing plate of food. The cod was fresh..."
Mike Strenja
"Tonight we got the JP Appy Platter and everything was good on it but my favourites were the deep fried pickles, onion rings & chicken strips! Since..."
Trevor Kempner
"This place has always had great staff and still does! I went for karaoke on Friday night and it was the best karaoke night of my life! Amazing group..."
Katrina Cantelon
"We enjoyed a Thai chicken salad and the 1-piece cod and fries. Real human sized portions, great flavors, and the fries perfectly done and not limp..."
Tom Hlavac
"I found the service and food quality above other pubs I have been to. The service was very good and I ordered the fish burger which was very good. I..."
Ed Scott
"Food was good with decent portions. Staff seemed pleasant but very rushed. Good selection of pub fare and equally good selection of craft and..."
Ric Bains
"Terrific night! Went Friday night for kerioky (sp?) Service was friendly and excellent, food was very tasty, entertainment was delightful, all..."
Wendy Wind
"Simply the best pub food on the Island. Great ambience, friendly staff, and cold beer. Absolutely one if not my favorite pubs on the..."
C M. (Pastmidnite)
White Spot North Nanaimo
White Spot North Nanaimo
70/100 (1368 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
American
Canadian
American
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Ribs
Burger
Hamburgers
Salad
Salmon
American
Canadian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent seafood fettuccine and steak. Very accommodating staff sitting us at a bigger table so my wheelchair can fit properly. Once again very..."
Martha Martin
"Great atmosphere, super friendly staff who were happy to split a bill apart for the two families and lots to keep the kids occupied. Like ads of..."
Ryan Benson
"We stopped in for dinner and both of us enjoyed our favorite White Spot meals. My sweetie ordered the Legendary and I ordered the Monty Mushroom. ..."
Lorrie Redl
"First time here or even at a white spot. Went for a mother's day lunch. Food was definitely good and I would come back for that alone. The Service..."
Gemma Drage
Mcdonald's
Mcdonald's
70/100 (1212 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast Food
Canadian
Fast food
Breakfast
Sit down
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"It's just like every McDonalds in..."
Zach Wolf
"Lots of bad reviews but I have to say they nailed our order. They were super nice and helpful. We got into town had 3 hungry kids and we got our food..."
Spencer Coyne
"I am giving this location a 5 star for not only their professional attitude but also to the staff for correcting my order after realizing some items..."
Les Girard
"The young man who took over this shop is a hard worker and always willing to please you can walk in and out with your food under 2 minutes he's..."
Sean Dooher
Pizza Hut Nanaimo
70/100 (356 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Canadian
Fast Food
Pizza
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Pizza
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
White Spot
White Spot
70/100 (1164 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
American
American
Canadian
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Fish & chips
Burger
Hamburgers
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Fish & Chips
Sit down
American
Canadian
Free Wifi
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Joey was just awesome. We walked in 20 mins before closing and he insisted we come in. Yummy chicken curry with orange sauce, chipotle chicken wrap,..."
RainShyne Morpheus
"Good lunches. Great to go during lunch time. Filling meals and relatively healthy comparted to other..."
Cory
"Had the buttermilk chicken cobb salad. It was quite delicous. White Spot has definitely stepped up their A game. Trendy atmosphere, excellent menu,..."
Richard Proctor
"Breakfast choice was excellent: Baby Shrimp Eggs Benedict. Eggs were perfectly poached. Fresh spinach and dill added to perfection. Staff is..."
Gerry Bates
"Excellent service + Delicious eats + Cleanliness..."
Jay Mack
"Recently ate at this restaurant after reading good positive online reviews and hearing other locals recommend this whitespot. It’s a small..."
Farhan Ahmed
"My hubby and I ate dinner at White Spot, on Terminal Rd., Nanaimo. Excellent Service, Delicious food, and we had a super server, Shane! While eating..."
Carole Gordon
Mcdonald's
Mcdonald's
70/100 (1470 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Fast Food
Fast food
American
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
American
Canadian
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"The place everyone goes to but everyone hates... Unless you're just back from Space you know you're getting; fast, cheap, not as bad as everyone..."
Mark Hamilton
"Fastfood? they are fast making and dispensing orders, Clean kitchen, friendly staffs/crew. Hot food/coffee, cold drinks, and crispy fries! What more..."
FYRD
"Crispy service, nice staff, reasonable price, and I loved the cuisine and fine dining experience! In many ways, the work of a critic is easy. We risk..."
Miguel Javier
"Roast the rude middle aged female staff member who chose to argue with a customer when she didn’t know how to find an order made. TOAST to the..."
Family Lambert
Chachi's
70/100 (21 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
Canadian
Canadian
Mid-range
Millers Pub
Millers Pub
70/100 (1572 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Canadian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Fish
Burger
Beef
Salad
Oyster
Halibut
Bar
Pub
Canadian
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Waterfront
Seating
Sports bars
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Full Bar
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
Boston Pizza
Boston Pizza
70/100 (1092 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Canadian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Pesto
Burger
Pasta
Salad
Wings
Fast food
Pizza
American
Canadian
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"I was actually pleasantly surprised by my pizza the other night, so no complaints on the food. Service was good. One advice though, make sure you..."
Traveling Steph
"Arrived right at dinner time, didn't have to wait long to be seated. Friendly server, good food, will definitely go back again. Edit: went back..."
Geoff H
"Had a "Hankering" for spaghetti and meatballs and to watch the hockey game. There was a lot of food, had enough for a meal the next day. Very good..."
Michael Schnurr
Kfc
Kfc
70/100 (583 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast food
Canadian
American
Fast Food
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Fast food
Canadian
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Cheap Eats
Ricky's All Day Grill
Ricky's All Day Grill
70/100 (685 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Canadian
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Tacos
Toasts
Omelette
Schnitzel
BLT
Fish
Sandwiches
Burger
Pancakes
Salad
Tapas
American
Canadian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great service and the best breakfast! I personally love the Blackstone Eggs Bennie and the stuffed hash browns! We have been going for years and..."
Courtenaynjones
"Great food, but the most wonderful server! Her name was Laurie, she was so helpful and smiled constantly! Was a great..."
Erin
"I have eaten here for over 15 yrs. Breakfast is awesome and the coffee is delicious. The rest of the food here is the worst in all of..."
Joe
"New & Improved. Checked out the newly rennovated Ricky's for lunch and then another day for breakfast. Both meals were really good. Service was..."
Sunflower
"Great ribs and bbq..."
Mathieu Leduc
"Had a really nice breakfast here. Good tasting breakfast burrito and they were right when the description says it’s large. Lots of coffee refills..."
Mark Turnbull
"I Loved it! Big dishes so yummy!! Heather was great..."
moeses martinez
"Good atmosphere and good food. Portion sizes are quite large, I can never finish a meal there it seems, but that's better than the alternative. The..."
Original Flow
A&w Restaurant
70/100 (941 ratings)
Quick Bites
Fast Food
Fast food
American
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
Fast food
American
Canadian
Fast food
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
70/100 (38 ratings)
Restaurants
Dessert
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I’m visiting Nanaimo more often from now on. Divulge and dunk, enjoy, repeat. Enough said.. the Skör Classic Caramel Apple pictures is absolutely..."
Ads
"Annette and her team are very professional, friendly and easy to work with. We have been buying chocolates for Meredith's real estate clients the..."
Tom Prescott
"The associate that helped us was super friendly and cheerful. She was helpful and upsold us on some great chocolate. Rocky Mountain chocolate is high..."
Nicole P
"I am so happy I went to get ice cream here while waiting for the ferry. It was SO SO SO worth the $6. Incredible flavours, lots of variety to choose..."
Michelle C
Lee's Chicken
70/100 (1386 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Fast food
Canadian
Fast Food
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Sandwiches
Chicken Sandwich
Canadian
Fast food
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
70/100 (959 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Bakeries
Fast Food
Cafe
Fast food
Canadian
Canadian
Lunch
Breakfast
After-hours
Café
Canadian
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Awesome/prompt (drive thru) service and delicious sandwiches. We ordered the roast beef and turkey, bread tasted fresh and the quality of the..."
Ejaz
Windward Neighbourhood Pub
Windward Neighbourhood Pub
70/100 (593 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Bars & Pubs
Bar
Bar
Pub
Pub
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Burger
Fish
Canadian
Bar
Pub
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Smitty's
Smitty's
70/100 (1074 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Canadian
Canadian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Pancakes
Salad
Toasts
Sit down
American
Canadian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Great Fish and Chips. The New York style steak was amazing. For the kids, pancakes and pizza (this one not the best). Nice place and the service was..."
Juan Carlos Duran
"It is a nice and cozy place. I took my son for lunch there. He had Gooey Grilled cheese and I had Roast beef dinner Everything was great. Service was..."
Dmitry Emelyanov
"Very polite crews,we ordered pancakes waffles and french toasts for ourselves and kids. They have packages for kids which were cool, drawing stuff..."
James Powers
"We always get xcllent service when Jesse serves us. We come to this location often and it us always a bonus if we are seated in his section. Once..."
Beryl Feser
Beefeater's Chop House & Grill
Beefeater's Chop House & Grill
70/100 (1344 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Lamb
Pesto
Crab
Scallops
Fish
Oyster
Calamari
Calamares
Salmon
Fish & chips
Burger
Chowder
Fish & Chips
Shrimp
Halibut
Beef
Prawns
Souvlaki
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Seafood
Canadian
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs 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
The Pantry Restaurant
The Pantry Restaurant
70/100 (1230 ratings)
Restaurants
Canadian
American
American
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
Fish
Fish & chips
Burger
Beef
Salad
Fish & Chips
American
Canadian
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"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
Cassidy Country Kitchen
Cassidy Country Kitchen
70/100 (823 ratings)
Restaurants
Southwestern
Canadian
Canadian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Halibut
Toasts
Waffles
Fish
Burger
Beef
Salad
Wings
Sit down
Canadian
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Visa
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
70/100 (414 ratings)
Quick Bites
Dessert
Fast food
Canadian
Fast Food
Canadian
Burger
Ice Cream
Fast food
Canadian
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Cheap Eats
"i pay this tribute to George Floyd the best gamer NA, aka Na's last hope. this staff refused to give me the bathroom key. I jumped over the counter..."
George Floyd
"A WHOLE NEW RESTAURANT! I had a delicious basket of chicken strips and fries with a couple burgers a few days later. The manager gave me a dilly bar..."
Olivia Lewis (BeatsmithDotOrg)
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
70/100 (445 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Fast food
Fast Food
Canadian
Cafe
Canadian
Breakfast
Donuts
Café
Canadian
Fast food
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Cheap Eats