Vancouver Island Restaurants
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21. Shelter
$$$ | |This big, bustling spot on the edge of town draws both locals and visitors for burgers, chowder, and fish-and-chips for lunch, and dinners of shucked oysters, pan-seared salmon, and grilled rib eyes. Chef Matty Kane's handmade fettuccini with freshly caught mussels and side-striped prawns has been on the menu from the start and is his personal fave. Choose from the upbeat pub vibe in the lofty wood-beamed first-floor lounge, or opt for a more serene dining experience, with sea views, in the upper-floor restaurant. The restaurant's newer laid-back sister property, Shed, is just down the road in the center of town.
601 Campbell St., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-725–3353Known For
- The freshest seafood
- The tuna stack
- Two different dining spaces
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22. Shirley Delicious
$ | |Heading to the beach? Fuel up with a breakfast burrito, a chai latte, or an organic chocolate brownie at this welcoming café 18 km (11 miles) west of Sooke. Virtually everything, from the quiche and corn fritters to the organic bread and wholesome treats (many gluten-free and vegan) are made from scratch at this cute little A-frame in the woods. The great food and effusively friendly owners make this a favorite stop for locals, surfers, and road-trippers alike.
2794 Sheringham Point Rd., Sooke, British Columbia, V9Z 1G4, Canada778-528–2888Known For
- Favorite with locals
- Made-from-scratch ingredients
- Good for breakfast
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner -
23. Sobo
$$ | |The name, short for "sophisticated bohemian," sums up the style here: a classically trained chef serving casual fare influenced by international street food. The offbeat concept started in a purple truck before finding a permanent home in this light-filled café and bistro. The truck's long gone, but the food is still eclectic. The killer fish tacos are legendary as is the smoked-fish chowder. There's a great kids' menu and a bakery counter for take-out treats. Pick up a signed copy of chef Lisa Ahier's award-winning cookbook while you're there.
311 Neill St., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-725–2341Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Fish tacos
- International street food influence
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No dinner -
24. Sturdies Bay Bakery and Cafe
$ | |Stop into this cheerful local favorite near the ferry terminal for freshly made pastries and sandwiches. The bread is highly praised, and you can often find roasted organic chicken or other cooked food for taking lunch to the beach.
44 Madrona Dr., Galiano Island, British Columbia, V0N 1P0, Canada250-539–2004Known For
- Great for picnics
- Comfort food
- Fresh baked goods
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
25. Sunny Mayne Bakery Café
$ | |Join the locals for homemade soups, sandwiches, and baked treats at this tiny Miner’s Bay spot; it’s open for breakfast and lunch daily.
472 Village Bay Rd., Mayne Island, British Columbia, V0N 2J0, Canada250-539–2323Known For
- Baked goods
- Breakfast
- Daily pizza
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner -
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26. Tacofino
$ | |Heading to the beach? Follow the surfers to this orange catering truck at Outside Break, a cluster of driftwood- and cedar-sided shops just south of town. Dubbed “slow food fast,” the quick, cheap, and wholesome eats here include burritos, gringas (flour tortillas stuffed with meat or beans), and Baja-style fish tacos. Everything, including the salsa, is made from scratch. This is the original; there are now outposts in Vancouver and Victoria. Open until 6 pm.
1184 Pacific Rim Hwy., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-726–8288Known For
- Fresh, healthy ingredients
- Mexican-inspired beach food
- Original food truck location
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
27. The Common Loaf Bake Shop
$ | |This red-turreted village-center building has been a bakery and local hangout since the late 1970s. Everything from the panini and muffins to the breakfast pizza is made fresh in-house. Grab a latte and a Tofino Bar—a popular chocolate treat with a west coast spin—and climb the winding stairs to the turret room for distant harbor views. Payment is strictly cash-only.
180 1st St., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-725–3915Known For
- Cinnamon buns
- Breakfast pizza
- Popular with locals
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. -
28. The Masthead Restaurant
$$$$ | |You know a chef cares about local food when his menu lists how far each ingredient has traveled to reach your plate. At this historic seaside roadhouse in Cowichan Bay, the mussels and clams come from within 5 miles of the restaurant, and the poached Dungeness crab is from the bay outside the door. Many other ingredients—bison, wild salmon, duck breast—are sourced from within 200 miles. The 1863 wood-paneled room offers sea views throughout, but waterside deck tables are favored by the loyal clientele. The long wine list has a good selection of Cowichan Valley labels. There is live jazz on Saturday nights.
1701 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R 1N0, Canada250-748–3714Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Extensive bar
- Sea views
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Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays -
29. The Stand
$ | North Pender Island |You can refuel before catching the ferry at the Stand, a rustic take-out shack at the Otter Bay ferry terminal. The burgers—whether beef, salmon, halibut, or veggie—are enormous, messy, and delicious.
1371 MacKinnon Rd., Pender Island, British Columbia, V0N 2M1, Canada250-629–3292Known For
- Outdoor seating
- Good for kids
- Huge burgers
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Fri. No dinner -
30. The Tree House Café
$$$ | |Gulf Island charm flourishes at this Ganges outdoor café, where handmade wooden booths are gathered under a spreading plum tree so you can sit and hear live music playing every summer night. Visitors and locals flock here for big wholesome breakfasts (think French toast with real maple syrup) and made-from-scratch burgers, wraps, and quesadillas. It's all yummy, but favorites include the lamb burger, the Thai green curry, and the butternut squash stew. On summer evenings, grab a table early as this is the place to be.
106 Purvis La., British Columbia, V8K 2S5, Canada250-537–5379Known For
- Live music in summer
- Hip outdoor café
- Big breakfasts
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Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted -
31. True Grain Bakery
$ | |This popular old-world bakery is known for its organic handcrafted baked goods and breads. Everything is baked from scratch on site using BC farmed and milled organic flour. The ancient and heritage grains are freshly milled on natural stone.
1735 Cowichan Bay Rd., Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R 1N0, Canada250-746–7664Known For
- European-style baked goods
- Local favorite
- Copenhagen Swirl signature pastry
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
32. Wildside Grill
$$ | |Just steps away from the popular Tacofino truck is another take-out shack, Wildside Grill, where a commercial fisherman and a chef have joined forces to keep Tofitians and visitors supplied with straight-from-the-dock, panko-crusted fish-and-chips, plus juicy fish and beef burgers. Gather a beach picnic, or enjoy a meal under the shade of Wildside's driftwood gazebo. Advance orders are taken by phone. Open until 9 pm.
1180 Pacific Rim Hwy., Tofino, British Columbia, V0R 2Z0, Canada250-725–9453Known For
- Locally sourced seafood
- Order by phone
- Good for picnics
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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