1948 Bar & Bistro is a seafood-forward West Coast restaurant at the Mañana Marina & Resort named for the year the original Mañana Lodge was built. Our menu celebrates the coastal abundance of Vancouver Island, highlighting fresh, seasonal seafood alongside local ingredients. What truly sets us apart is our connection to place—guests dine steps from the ocean, immersed in marina views, salty breezes, and relaxed island charm. Paired with warm, attentive hospitality and thoughtfully crafted dishes, every visit feels welcoming and memorable. Join us for Dine About to experience elevated seafood, West Coast inspiration, and hospitality that turns a meal into a lasting memory.

Local, family-run business. We make all salsas, marinades, soups, dressings, desserts from scratch. We offer easy options for gluten free/other food intolerances.  We have an extensive Vegan menu.  We take pride in offering authentic Mexican flavours using quality ingredients.

We’re your neighbourhood pizza shop serving up pizza by the slice, full take-out and delivery menus, and a lineup of crowd-pleasing appies, from wings to crispy jalapeño poppers and boneless bites tossed in your choice of spices or sauces. Every dish starts with the highest-quality meats, the freshest produce, and options for everyone, including full vegan and gluten-free menus. Perfect for family nights, kids’ birthdays, parties, and company events, our food brings people together. We proudly support local businesses and charitable organizations because community isn’t just part of what we do, it’s the heart of who we are. Community is everything to us!

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Welcome to Bin 4 Burger Lounge, your premier destination for gourmet burgers and handcrafted cocktails! Indulge in our mouthwatering selection of gourmet burgers, made from the freshest ingredients, perfectly paired with a curated list of local beers and wines. Whether you’re unwinding with friends during a casual happy hour, enjoying a cozy date night, or celebrating with family, our welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service make every occasion special. Join us for a memorable dining experience that’s all about great food and good times!

We are the authentic Japanese restaurant. We respect Japanese tradition so that our customers can have a little bit of true taste of Japan.

You've arrived at Black Rabbit, once a train platform, now a beautifully curated restaurant influenced by the bountiful West Coast with European flair. Indulge in our expertly crafted cocktails, or explore our unique wine list.

We’re a small team of chefs and servers who care. A lot. About a lot of things. Especially food and drink. That’s why we source the best ingredients possible, as close to home as possible. It’s why we butcher our own meat, bake our own bread, churn our own ice cream, crank our own pasta. You get to watch our dedicated team cook for you in the open kitchen while you savour thoughtfully curated wine, cocktail, and mocktail selections. Join Camas for indoor dining, or on the patio in the summer, and book with us for catering, private parties, culinary classes, and events. Chef-owners Sarah and Taka are excited to welcome you.

We bring the best dining experience directly to you into your home or venue.  Every menu and experience is custom.

Our restaurant offers quick, delicious, and affordable Japanese cuisine and Korean fried chicken, perfect for everyday dining. With options like rice bowls, noodle dishes, wraps, fried chicken, and vegan-friendly meals, there’s something for everyone.

We pride ourselves on great taste, fast service, and budget-friendly prices that keep customers coming back. Stop by and enjoy a meal tailored to your taste and lifestyle!

Korean rice hotdog and korean popular snacks.

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We strive to create world-class gelato right here on Vancouver Island. The result is a mixture of traditional and innovative flavours, made fresh daily, drawing inspiration from Italy and the West Coast of Canada.

Deez Bar & Grill is Qualicum Beach’s destination for casual dining! Open daily for lunch and dinner plus early for brunch on the weekends. Deez offers a menu of comfort food, great handhelds, delicious appetizers, and hearty mains. Plus, you’ll find unique daily features all week-long including Wings & Things Wednesdays, Burger & Beer Thursdays, and Sunday Roast Beef Dinner. The Deez Team looks forward to hosting you!

At Eggie Café, our vision is to create a cozy, welcoming space where people can enjoy thoughtfully prepared food and drinks made with care. We focus on quality, sourcing locally whenever possible to support the incredible growers and producers on the island. What sets us apart is our commitment to making everything from scratch, from the breads for our sandwiches to our pickles, sauces, pastries, and more. We take pride in the small details and in creating food that feels both comforting and intentional.

Local charcuterie and wine served in a romantic cellar, ideal for date nights or girls night out.

FLAMEZ CHICKEN – A UNIQUE CANADIAN CHICKEN CONCEPT

Flamez Chicken brings a first-of-its-kind concept to Canada, serving both authentic flame-grilled and crispy fried chicken in bold, signature flavours. Every bite is crafted with care. Flame-Grilled Chicken is marinated for hours and grilled for a smoky, juicy experience, while Fried Chicken is golden, crispy, and tender inside with a special spice blend. Signature sandwiches, grilled or fried, are made fresh with premium ingredients. Flamez is Canada’s first to combine flame-grilled varieties, multi-flavour options, and premium fried chicken under one roof – The Taste That Brings Us Together.

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We are a specialty coffee roasters based on beautiful Vancouver Island that pride ourselves in sourcing & roasting some of the very best coffee available. We serve it in our delightful cafe’s in Qualicum Beach & Parksville as well as supplying & supporting our wholesale customers. We recently entered our Ethiopia Kilenso Moconissa into Golden Bean North America, which is the largest coffee roasting competition in the world. We are very proud to announce that we won a gold medal. We also won a silver medal and 4 bronze medals for our other coffees. We were most delighted to say the least!

We are a specialty coffee roasters based on beautiful Vancouver Island that pride ourselves in sourcing & roasting some of the very best coffee available. We serve it in our delightful cafe’s in Qualicum Beach & Parksville as well as supplying & supporting our wholesale customers. We recently entered our Ethiopia Kilenso Moconissa into Golden Bean North America, which is the largest coffee roasting competition in the world. We are very proud to announce that we won a gold medal. We also won a silver medal and 4 bronze medals for our other coffees. We were most delighted to say the least!

Gina's serves fresh and tasty Mexican food in the heart of downtown Nanaimo. Our specialties include delicious fajitas, burritos, tacos, chimichangas, soups, salads, Mexican beers, sangria, and margaritas. We source only the freshest ingredients including locally caught seafood, free-range eggs, and organic tofu. Gina's offers a variety of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options and is willing to accommodate allergies and dietary requirements.

At Horang, we bring the bold, comforting flavours of authentic Korean cuisine to the heart of the community. Our menu is rooted in traditional recipes, prepared with care using high-quality ingredients and meant to be shared, satisfying, and full of flavour. What sets Horang apart is our focus on hearty, homestyle dishes that feel both familiar and exciting—from rich stews and sizzling plates to well-balanced classics. Guests return for the flavours they love, generous portions, consistency, and the welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re new to Korean food or a longtime fan, Horang offers a comforting, dependable dining experience to enjoy with family and friends.

Katerina’s West Coast Taverna is a family-owned Greek restaurant dedicated to warm hospitality, fresh ingredients, and authentic Mediterranean flavours. Our guests come back for the generosity of our portions, our consistent quality, and the feeling of being welcomed like family every time they walk through the door. We blend traditional Greek dishes with a modern West Coast touch, offering scratch-made recipes, handcrafted cocktails, and a cozy, coastal atmosphere. Whether it's brunch, dinner, or a celebratory night out, we aim to create memorable dining experiences that highlight true Greek hospitality.

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Kinsu Chocolates creates bonbons that are hand-painted with organic cocoa butter, and individually crafted over a period of three days. We use over 10 different types of chocolates to highlight individual flavors that truly leave an impression. Our company uses as many local ingredients as possible to support the community and ensure all of our chocolates are ethically and sustainably sourced.

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Handmade pasta and woodfired pizza. Nearly everything made in house fresh!

The Mahle house has been offering fine dining in Cedar since 1983. Situated in a restored Heritage House on a one-acre property featuring an English style garden. Our philosophy is simple: serve flavorful, unique food in a welcoming environment with relaxed, professional service.

Maya Norte brings together the best of Mexican and Spanish cuisine. Our menu is a variety of small plates and tapas best enjoyed when sharing with your company.  We have a wide variety of tequila which can be enjoyed in one of our tasting flights.  Very Cozy setting in the cold winter months, it is a hidden gem in Ladysmith.

Come to Maya Norte for some Tapas, Tacos and Tequila.

We offer a wide range of imaginative dishes with locally sourced ingredients and a great bar program and wine list to complement our menus.

Welcome to the Nanoose Bay Cafe! — Tucked into Schooner Cove, with panoramic views of Fairwinds Marina, the Nanoose Bay Cafe proudly showcases the Best of BC with every sip, bite, and visit. Beginning in 2017 at the Water St. Cafe in Vancouver, we ventured to the Island to open the Qualicum Beach Cafe in 2021 and then Deez Bar & Grill in Qualicum Beach. We opened our doors at the Nanoose Bay Cafe in June 2022 proudly embracing this new community. Join us and savour our menu of West Coast-meets-Asian cuisine, light fare in the Coffee Shop, local artisan goods in the Marketplace, an award-winning BC-focused Wine List, and so much more.

Eat raw, live long.

Kate and Geoff are passionate about their craft, providing quality, from-scratch baking and utilizing many recipes passed down through generations of their families. In 2005, Old Town Bakery was voted 'Island’s Best Cinnamon Buns – Reader’s Choice' by the Victoria Times Colonist. They currently feature nine flavours of buns daily and are known to produce upwards of 96 dozen cinnamon buns on Saturday mornings. The bakery also offers a wide variety of breads, cakes, pastries, and deli items.

Poké Page is your go-to destination for fresh, customizable poke bowls made with high-quality ingredients, carefully prepared proteins, mix in vegetable, vibrant toppings and variety of bubble tea—served with consistency, attention to detail, and clean, satisfying flavours that keep you coming back as part of your everyday routine.

Handmade pasta and woodfired pizza. Nearly everything made in house fresh!

Welcome to the Qualicum Beach Cafe, a true West Coast hospitality experience with an ocean view! Pull up a seat at the QBC, nestled inside the Qualicum Beach Inn. We proudly showcase the “Best of BC” with every sip, bite, and visit. Join us and savour our menu of West Coast cuisine with Italian flair. We proudly pour from our award-winning BC-focused Wine List and curate specialty feature menus with the seasons.

We’ve been in operation for 25 years bringing Ladysmith and surrounding areas incredible pizzas. We’re not just another pizza shop, we’re small town in the best way bringing quality pizza and that small town welcome you know and love.

At The Rake, the words “fresh” and “locally-sourced” mean something. We believe people should know where their food comes from, and we’re proud to say, some of it is grown right here as well as small local farms/fisherman near by. We farm with care, eliminating kitchen waste and spent grain through our composting processes, collaborating with local experts to help our fields thrive, and grow barley for next year's tasty beers.

Sushi Ryu in Nanaimo is a locally loved Japanese restaurant on Mid-Island Vancouver Island, known for its consistently fresh sushi and sashimi, well-balanced specialty rolls, and generous bento boxes that combine quality ingredients with approachable pricing. With a broad menu ranging from classic nigiri to creative rolls, hot dishes, and party trays, it caters equally well to casual lunches, family dinners, and group gatherings. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, service is attentive, and the kitchen emphasizes clean flavours and careful preparation, making Sushi Ryu a dependable and satisfying dining choice for both locals and visitors exploring the Mid-Island area.

The Discovery Room is Vancouver Island University’s full-service learning restaurant connecting students with our community patrons. Learning by doing, Hospitality Management and Culinary Students together serve up a contemporary dining experience. By experiencing the Discovery Room, your support fuels our student’ growth and education.

The place to be for fun, and food in downtown Nanaimo. Dine at The Well Public House for great food and great times, or choose from over 400 slot machines on our gaming floor. With a spectacular assortment of daily promotions, you can be sure you’ll never run out of great gaming options and new chances to win!

Gourmet burgers, chicken wings, ribs, and more in a casual lounge environment. Always showing sports, sound on for the hockey! Also offering breakfast daily until 11am and brunch on weekends until 2pm.

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At Wild Poppy Market, we strive to make healthy eating simple, delicious and approachable, with a focus on gluten free meals.