Explore the flavours of the world at the heart of the Island. Our rich heritage has produced the perfect combination of classic techniques with local twists, and nouveau flavours steeped in homegrown ingredients.

Come to Nanaimo to enjoy delicious entrées from local kitchens, seasoned with experience and presented with panache. We have world-class fine dining options, quirky diners serving down-home favourites, traditional Coast Salish fare on Saysutshun plus floating restaurants with the freshest seafood, sushi shops, street vendors, and cultural experiences that bring you to their homeland for a dish or two.

Patio & pick up restaurants

Mon Petit Choux
BarBurrito
The Vault Cafe
Columbia Bakery Ltd
Milton St. Public House
Dinghy Dock Pub
Longwood Brewery
Lighthouse Bistro and Pub
Island Roots Farmers’ Market
Gabriola Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre
La Stella Trattoria
Arbutus Distillery
Delicado’s – Downtown
Javawocky Coffee House
Real Food
Wheatsheaf Pub & Liquor Store
White Sails Brewing
SUKKHOTHAI RESTAURANT
Vancouver Island Expeditions
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
Coach & Horses
Penny’s Palapa Floating Mexican Restaurant
Make Cheese with Paula
St. Jean’s Cannery & Smokehouse
Asteras Greek Taverna
Robert’s Place
The Pantry Restaurant
Shelter Point Distillery
Stir Cooking School
Top Notch Burgers
Bocca Café
Mrs. Riches Restaurant
Minnoz Restaurant & Lounge
ZALATHAI THAI RESTAURANT
Kitties & Cream 
Hearthstone Artisan Bakery
Piccadilly Bistro
Burnt Honey Dessert Company
Mad Rona’s Coffee Bar
Millstone Estate Winery
Yellow Point Cranberries
Cheers Cowichan Tours and Transport
Cold Front Gelato
Eve Olive Vegan Restaurant
The Buzz Coffee House
Bees Knees Community Café
Nanaimo Downtown Farmers Market
Bistro Taiyo
Cedar Farmers’ Market
View Oceanside Grill
Gabriel’s Gourmet Cafe
Fredrich’s Honey Farm & Shop
Simonholt Restaurant
The Nanaimo BAR
Nanaimo Noodlebox
Mahle House
Tracks Outdoor Adventures INC
Gina’s Mexican Cafe
White Rabbit Coffee Co.
New York Style Pizza & Pasta
Mambo Gourmet Pizza
Firehouse Grill
Silva Bay Resort & Marina
Crow & Gate Pub
Days Inn Nanaimo Harbourview
Pirate Chips
Smokin’ Georges BBQ
Chateau Wolff Estate Winery & Vineyard
The Skol Pub
Melange Restaurant
Tandoori Junction
Canadian Craft Tours
Perkins Coffee Co.
Wolf Brewing Company
Serious Coffee – North
Drip Coffee Social
Modern Café
McLean’s Specialty Foods
Living Forest Oceanside RV & Campground
Tea Desire
Longwood Brew Pub & Restaurant
COCO Cafe
The Oxy Pub
Baby Salsa Mexican Restaurant
Serious Coffee Commercial Street
The Bold Knight Restaurant
Craft Fare
Cliffside Brewing
The Nest Bistro
A Wee Cupcakery
Nana Sushi