Never. ever disappointed. I bring all and every visitor to experience this perfect replica of an English country pub. My first ever visit I got so enthralled with the convincing atmosphere, I could not believe it when I stepped back outside and found myself in still Canada. It is magic. Thank you.Read more
Dinghy Dock Marine Pub & Bistro welcomes you to their dining room. Come sit at the bar with a cocktail. They are open at night all week and are conveniently accessible by public tr...more...See more text
Established in 1892, The Queen's Hotel has seen many face lifts and many characters in it's more than one hundred year existence. Over the past twenty years, the Queen's has become...more...See more text
Lighthouse Bistro & Pub invites you to their restaurant. Come unwind at the bar with a drink. They are open late all week. You can get there by car. Payments by American Express, M...more...See more text
If you want to go to a place where the owners have the same passion for great food, wine, and customer service then look no further as The Nest Bistro has it all.more...See more text
Come enjoy a delectable creation at Bistro Taiyo Japanese Restaurant. Their atmosphere has been described as casual. They are open after-hours from Monday to Friday. You can get th...more...See more text
From the moment I walked through the tiny doorway at Bistro Taiyo I was in love. Greeted by every member of the staff with a formal "Konichiwa!" as we entered, what must be called a hidden Japanese pearl.
Seated instantly our (adorable) waitress brought menus and beverages in the time it took to take off my coat. Sipping green tea we dove into the elaborate menu full of familiar faces and authentic Japanese dishes. Since sushi was the name of the day, we ordered a massive communal platter supplemented with some of our favorites: Miso soup and broiled Unagi for me, extra dynamite rolls and tempura for my friends. The miso was everything expected of a good soup, piping hot, full of tasty additions like diced green onions, tofu and nori. light and wonderfully satisfying the perfect opening to a great meal.
As the bowls were cleared our sushi arrived stacked artfully, like only something from japan can be. Digging in with chopsticks and fingers alike (sushi is finger food after all!) we devoured our meal. Everything was wonderful. The tuna and salmon were both wonderfully fresh, light and delicious, the tempura so hot you had to be careful not to burn your mouth as you were reaching for another bite. Dynamite rolls that had HOT (not luke warm) tempura prawns inside. The unagi (broiled eel for those of you who are courageous enough to order it) was incredible! hot, perfectly seasoned and not at all oily like it sometimes can be.
Sharing a bottle of warmed sake and lamenting the demise of our meal, we had to order an additional dynamite roll in lieu of a more traditional dessert, it was just that good.
The atmosphere of the restaurant is what you might expect from a small hole in the wall shop, a mix of Japanese style block prints and Chinese artwork but don't let the online photos fool you, the interior has been altered since the photos have been taken to give the whole place a more trendy vibe. Even if I could criticize the decor, I cannot say enough about the staff, friendly attentive and definitely aware which side of the nigiri the tuna is on, if you catch my drift.
There may be closer sushi bars, better known, or cheaper sushi bars but for me, I'm going back to Taiyo and getting exactly what I'm looking for.
Hopefully sooner then later.Read more
Quarterway Pub invites you to their dining room. Their bar is the utmost scene for after dinner drinks. They are open after-hours all week. You can get there by car and can pay by ...more...See more text
Pub, Restaurant, American Cuisine, Canadian Cuisine, Casual, Family
Located in Nanaimo, Windward Neighbourhood Pub offers great food and entertainment in a smoke free atmosphere. With 27 taps, we have a wide selection of Vancouver Island craft beer...more...See more text
Food was AMAZING. Best pub grub on the south end of Van Isle! Our waitress (even though she was NEW) was fabulous and bubbly and happy and every staff member was there to be of service. We had a great time and the waitress balanced her attention at our table with perfect timing. Best pub burger and fries around. So happy with our experience, we will 100% be back.Read more
Wild Poppy Bistro welcomes you to their dining room. You can get there not only by public transit but also by bicycle and visit them in a surrounding recognized as stimulating.more...See more text
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