The service was exceptional, and every bite and sip felt like a little piece of heaven. After…read morenearly every dish, we found ourselves looking at each other saying, "Wow... oh my God, that's amazing." The pork belly bao is generously sized and easily shareable. The bun was incredibly fresh, light, and pillowy, while the pork belly was melt-in-your-mouth tender with the perfect balance of richness and tang from the kimchi. The pickled vegetables added a bright crunch that tasted incredibly fresh. We started with the salmon tartare, and it was phenomenal! Rich, buttery, bursting with flavor, and so good we were literally fighting over the last bite. And the scallop? Order one for each person. Seriously. It's far too delicious to share. It had just the right amount of heat, leaving the perfect lingering warmth that immediately made us want another. Do yourself a favor and give yourself enough time to work your way through the menu, because every dish we tried was outstanding. Each plate was thoughtfully curated, beautifully executed, and cooked to perfection. I like to call it the C³ trifecta: curated, created, and cooked. Without question, this is some of the best food we've had in a very long time. We can't wait to come back (when visiting) and continue eating our way through the rest of the menu.

Drove down from courtenay to meet with a friend to go to the…read moreCity & Colour show and she suggested the Block as she had been before. Ambiance was great - super warm and welcoming which was magnified by the host. Super lovely. Then the wait staff. Whoever is hiring/training is doing a great job! Not drinking right now but the cocktail menu was super tempting. Every menu item sounded great. We got some help on ordering from our servers and Tanya picked ones she had enjoyed before. We also sat right beside the pick up window so it was fun seeing food come out! The food was fantastic. See pictures for what we ordered. Not sure if I can remember the names of everything but it was a perfect combo!!

From Boston and ended up eating at this gem. Everything was absolutely delicious and so fresh. They…read morehave tons of Gluten free options as well. I wish I could have tried the pizza. This place is a MUST. The view is incredible and the staff is the kindest.

This place is one of the most recommended restaurants in Sooke. Our hotel was nearby and within…read morewalking distance, although there were no sidewalks along the way. I made a reservation for two about a week in advance. I ordered the sourdough with sunflower spread from the first section of the menu, the weekly pizza from the third section, and the pappardelle, also from the third section. The sourdough arrived first, but within minutes, both the pasta and the pizza were brought to the table. We had not even finished our first piece of bread. The sourdough was a bit chewy, and the sunflower spread was underwhelming. I wished I had chosen the butter instead. The pappardelle, on the other hand, was fantastic and turned out to be our favourite dish of the night. The snap peas were crisp and added a pleasant texture, while the sauce was rich and buttery. The pizza, made on a sourdough base, was also quite good. It was light and airy, with well-balanced toppings such as potato, bacon, and snap peas. The bottom was slightly burnt, probably due to the flour used to prevent sticking, but it added a nice smoky flavour from the wood-fired oven. We finished with the pavlova for dessert. The berries tasted fresh, and the meringue had a lovely toasted texture. The service felt a bit rushed, and the courses were not staggered as expected. Although the staff mentioned the menu is structured to guide the order, this was not reflected in the pacing. Overall, it is a great spot for fine dining, despite the timing of the service

Quaint, cosy with a view of the water. Perfect spot to grab a bite after getting off the ferry to…read moreFulford Harbour SS. My wife loved the seafood chowder and even drove back the next day to get another bowl. Fish and chips were on point. Loved the crunch of the batter. Service was friendly and welcoming. Parking is limited but some more street parking up the hill. Enjoy!

Best calamari I've had in my life! This is a wonderful little restaurant on a very special island.read more

This has such a lovely, unique ambience. It is quite cozy, vibrant, and full of character. It does…read moreget crowded, and the service can be on the slower side, but the atmosphere more than makes up for it. In the summer, the live music is a real highlight. Watching locals dance and enjoying the community vibe is such a fun, memorable experience. Food-wise, the green curry bowl with shrimp was amazing. It was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly comforting. A great community spot with lots of charm!

We enjoyed a magical evening here with friends. The live music was excellent and perform listening…read moreand conversation. The ambience is definitely part of the charm--open skied, tree trunk and branches, walls and windows to shelter us from the wind. Treehouse indeed! Our sever was stellar--knowledgeable, funny, and totally on it. Credit to the kitchen, too, for cranking out piping hot food. This place is a well-oiled machine... with a big heart. The food: --Thai curry chicken was the big winner --cheese burger and fries were on point --chicken sandwich was great; fresh salad was wonderful --grilled salmon was overcooked. Bummer. We'll be back for more (but, I'll get a burger instead of overcooked salmon).

They have some really good salad dressing. I highly recommend trying it…read more The place is also a restaurant but offers to go items along with dressings.

Original and very tasty. Service is counter, menus on easel at entry. Ambiance is local eclectic…read more There was a street fair outside on Monday, across the Rainbow cross walk. We had creamy herbed mushroom soup, and a grilled veggie quesidilla, soup was great, quesadilla was stellar. Many items are available to go in the self serv cold cases and the pastry case was tempting. Really enjoyed our visit. .

Sat outside for a late-ish dinner on Saturday night. The patio is covered by grape vines and is a…read moregreat setting for Al fresco dining. Had the risotto, chicken & prosciutto spaghetti Alfredo and the king cod special. All 3 items were very good and enjoyable. The service was great and very friendly. Overall we had an enjoyable meal before boarding our ferry back to Vancouver!

The server was very friendly and the restaurant cute…read more Warm olives were basic - no olive oil, lemon rind, herbs or anything to make them flavourful. No bread served. The chicken Parmesan was a small breast, not pounded as you might expect. The risotto was mushy and barely warm. There was no salt at the table (pepper offered). Very nice glass of wine, but the meal was disappointing, and I would not recommend. I came from out of town based on the good reviews - something has gone downhill.

We are just finishing dinner. The food was fantastic. We enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, bread board,…read morechorizo clam chowder, and the burger. The clam chowder wasn't special, but was good. I. Everything else was extra good. It exceeded our expectations. I would come back.

Listen to the reviews about the salmon. Don't take the chance like I did. It was the worst I've…read moreever had. Cold, flavorless (except for a pungent fishy taste like it was undercooked and unsafe to eat), the skin was mushy and left attached (which is fine if the skin is cooked well). The potatoes were hard and had huge salt crystals that just hurt my teeth. My husband got the NY strip steak, he was equally unimpressed but at least he could eat his food without drinking water to aid in swallowing each bite. The service was kind but awkward. They would stand there and not ask any questions, I had to ask if it was time to order. They shouldn't be charging the prices they are for the quality (or lack thereof). I rarely review save two occasions, 1) I'm wowed or 2) severely disappointed. The view was nice, that was the most pleasant thing about this restaurant experience.

Rocked up with a group of 9 after a tour from the cruise ship....seated quickly, service excellent…read more And OMG they had my very favorite fish for their fish and chips: haddock!! We also had their seafood chowder, which was perfection. Large portions, good prices, excellent service, FABULOUS fish and chips.

We stopped by this restaurant while on a cruise, and it was the perfect spot for a meal before…read moreheading back to the ship. The ambiance is fantastic,it's upscale and inviting, making it a great choice for anything from a date night to a relaxed meal with friends. The service really stood out, too. Our waitress, Lola, was an absolute doll! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Highly recommend checking this place out!"

So glad we found this place on our way to ONP. They don't take reservations but they will add…read moreyou to a text based waitlist. We had a 15-20 min wait on a busy Tuesday night but we're glad we waited! Our server was friendly and helpful with choosing cocktails because they had a to. Of unique selection. Haven't ordered more than one at a restaurant before but had to try two here! We thoroughly enjoyed our final selections of Ginny from the Block, Garden era, strawberry bourbon smash and Blackberry goose beer! For our mains we got the alaskan cod and chips and Blackened cod tacos and loved it all. They really know how to prepare tasty cod! The Alaskan cod and chips had the perfect crispy texture and my blackened cod tacos had all the flavor profiles you need. A hint of heat in the Thai chili slaw with a creamy avocado, Crema and the brightness of mango salsa and of course a touch of sour with the HOUSE made pickled red onions. Even better they let me substitute corn tortillas in for the flour. But you can't mix and match your proteins. I didn't need to because I loved both of my blackened cod tacos. The atmosphere is in the name: cozy Gastropub. They have a plethora of beers on tap, but parking is solely on the street so a little bit more challenging than picking your beer but I don't think it would be too challenging if you're up for a small walk. We were able to walk from our Airbnb, so didn't have to figure that part out. Pretty sure it was farther than any walk you might have to do for parking!

5* for the food and service but -1* because they somehow lost our place in line, which I found out…read moreafter waiting 70 minutes (the restaurant was not very busy at all) I ordered the chimichurri chicken sandwich and sweet potato fries. The sandwich was pretty good and the fries were excellent. I also got an orange cream margarita, which was soooo unique and SO delicious. Prices are reasonable, the vibe is great, and our server was nice and quick! The waiting was a huge shame, but our experience mostly made up for it.

One of my favorite spots to eat in Anacortes (to be fair I haven't been to a lot of places in…read moreAnacortes). It's a restaurant located in town, so can park on the street. Wasn't busy for brunch afternoon on Friday. It's got chill, friendly coastal vibes and is an easy ten minute post-meal walk to Q'elech'ilhch Park. -5/5 Crab Cakes - why are crab cakes so small ToT I wish I had more -5/5 Steamers (clams) - delicious sauce, goes well with the bread. A little bit of sand in some clams, but not a big issue when eating. -4.5/5 Poblano Grits and Shrimp - only rated slightly lower because I'm comparing it to the delicious crab cakes and clams. This dish really rounded out our meal and helped it feel more filling. -5/5 Bread - normally I would not note the complimentary bread, but this was really soft and delicious. I took some home to eat on the side. Also a good spot if you happen to be near the area for the Skagit Tulip Festival.

Very good food, but not good enough to be 5 stars. Slightly spotty service, but we were sitting…read moreoutside, so I feel like that's just how it is when you decide to sit outside - out of sight, out of mind. Ordered a side of sautéed mushrooms, which was really really good, but they literally gave me about a spoonful. It came in a soup cup and it barely covered the bottom of it, which is ridiculous for the $5 upcharge. As with everyone else, I do highly recommend the crab cakes. It's excellent.