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1. The Pointe
$$$$ | |With 180-degree views of the crashing surf, the Pointe is the top-notch Tofino dining experience. It's renowned for its refined west coast cuisine, which is superbly presented and excellently paired with options from the award-winning wine list—an impressive 11,000-bottle wine cellar is the latest jewel in this grande dame's crown. Ingredients from the water—including oysters, shrimp, salmon, and a variety of other seafood—and the land (whatever's in season, such as wild mushrooms and fresh herbs) are used in innovative but not too outlandish dishes. The service is meticulous. Insider tip: in winter months go for brunch instead of dinner to take in the breathtaking views of the Pacific from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the octagonal-shaped dining room. For something more casual, stop at the Inn's Driftwood Café for high-end snacks and small-plate dinners right on the beach.
500 Osprey La., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-725–3106Known For
- Impeccable service
- Incredible views
- An unforgettable dining experience
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2. Bridgemans Bistro
$$$ | |This bright bistro sits over the water at the Mill Bay Marina and is a lovely spot for lunch or dinner, with breathtaking views from every table through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Part of the Bridgmans Family of Restaurants (other outposts are on Pender Island and in Port Renfrew), the vibe here is west-coast casual. Enjoy local fare straight from the boat or off the farm as you watch kayakers and paddleboarders glide by. If you're lucky, you may even see a whale.
740 Handy Rd., Mill Bay, British Columbia, V0R 2P1, Canada778-356–3568Known For
- Fresh halibut
- Seafood chowder
- Views
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3. Farmhouse Eatery at Merridale
$$ | |Neighboring farms supply much of the fare at this bistro, tucked down a country lane at Merridale Ciderworks. The bistro, part of the gambrel-roofed cider house, showcases local art on whitewashed walls within, and orchard and forest views from the wide, covered veranda. You can match house-made ciders to the casual comfort food featuring local ingredients and bread freshly baked in the brick oven onsite. Locals flock here for live music on the covered patio.
1230 Merridale Rd., Cobble Hill, British Columbia, V0R 1L0, Canada250-743–4293Known For
- Brick-oven pizza
- Ingredients supplied by local farms
- Award-winning craft brandy flights
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4. Heartwood Kitchen Food Outfitter
$$ | |Located in a historic yellow house, Heartwood serves hearty west coast fare and crowd-pleasing dishes, like chef Ian Riddick's UFC (Ukee fried chicken), buttermilk fried Humboldt squid with pickled bull kelp, and "hipster-style" eggs Benedict. Cooking classes are also offered. Don't miss the cheesy baked oysters.
1682 Peninsula Rd., Ucluelet, British Columbia, V0R 3A0, Canada250-726–2200Known For
- Ukee fried chicken
- Most popular brunch in town
- In the old Matterson House
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5. Shirley Delicious
$ | |Heading to the beach? Fuel up with a breakfast burrito, a chai latte, or an organic chocolate brownie at this welcoming café 18 km (11 miles) west of Sooke. Virtually everything, from the quiche and corn fritters to the organic bread and wholesome treats (many gluten-free and vegan) are made from scratch at this cute little A-frame in the woods. The great food and effusively friendly owners make this a favorite stop for locals, surfers, and road-trippers alike.
2794 Sheringham Point Rd., Sooke, British Columbia, V9Z 1G4, Canada778-528–2888Known For
- Favorite with locals
- Made-from-scratch ingredients
- Good for breakfast
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6. The Masthead Restaurant
$$$$ | |You know a chef cares about local food when his menu lists how far each ingredient has traveled to reach your plate. At this historic seaside roadhouse in Cowichan Bay, the mussels and clams come from within 5 miles of the restaurant, and the poached Dungeness crab is from the bay outside the door. Many other ingredients—bison, wild salmon, duck breast—are sourced from within 200 miles. The 1863 wood-paneled room offers sea views throughout, but waterside deck tables are favored by the loyal clientele. The long wine list has a good selection of Cowichan Valley labels. There is live jazz on Saturday nights.
1701 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R 1N0, Canada250-748–3714Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Extensive bar
- Sea views
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Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays
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