We were passing through and wanted something comforting, so called in to this cafe…read more The food was okay. Price is on the higher side. Service was slow. I think we're not used to the laid back style; everything in Vancouver is insanely fast (which isn't great). Diner style seating.

If you want an old school diner atmosphere this is totally legit. The servers are friendly and…read moreremind me of the country diner we used to go to as kids. Oh...the food....right-great food! thank you

My daughter and I went there for a quick meal. The staff and burgers were great. service was good…read moreburgers where hot and juicy. Only complaint was the floors where very slippery like there was a layer of grease on them so with our wet shoes made for very difficult walking. Anyone with a mobility issue it would have been extremely difficult for them.

We had a great experience here. Ordered two burgers, the service was friendly & brief. They kindly…read morewarned us that our particular order would take upwards of 8 minutes, which we were fine with. At about ten minutes, Catherine (assumably the manager) came to us with an apology that our order had been mixed up and not servable. She insisted on making us an entirely new order AND refunding our payment. She was so kind & hospitable, we were blown away by how well she handled a situation that could have left a bad taste in our mouth as first time guests. Good on you guys!

This is a neat place for well made food at a reasonable cost. Bonus, if you are a person that…read moreenjoys looking at boats & being along the water's edge, this is a lovely place in Cowichan Bay to enjoy a meal with a view. Truthfully, I go for their crepes, but my friends are always bey happy with their other menu choices too. The staff is friendly and we never feel rush to eat & leave. This isn't a place you need to really dress up to feel you fit in. However, you also could if the mood suits you & still not feel out of place. Truly, I am happy that they even have tables on the main level that accommodate those with mobility aids. However, that being said, I am struggling to recall if there would be a easy enough way for a wheelchair or even a walker to make it to the main door. I'll have to remember to focus on that long enough before my next crepe eating bliss hits. As Cowichan Bay is a popular area to stop for meals, do plan to go in advance for parking. As even if there are a few spots for the restaurant, there isn't enough space to accommodate the full restaurant. If you are able to find a spot at the restaurant or are double parking at the restaurant (which is apparently allowed), it is good to let the server know what vehicle is yours. Beyond more than mention "I've parked my vehicle here", so a server can notify you if people need to be let out of the space if they're leaving before you're done. If you don''re not lucky enough to grab a parking spot right at the restaurant, you might have to go far up the road (sometimes almost to the hotel) or down the road (towards the parking area by the pubic washrooms) to reach any parking options. Definitely try it out if you are looking fit an option in Cowichan Bay. I know I'm looking forward to many more future happy crepe eating moments here with friends.

Had a great evening and will be returning for sure. The ocean views are amazing and the food and…read moreservice 10/10!

Here at 6:15 in the morning and there's donuts in the glass. Fortunately they can't sell them…read morebecause they're all too old. Little girls in front of me mobile ordered the glazed donuts and couldn't have it. I ordered a dozen donuts and a dozen muffins through mobile order and a box of coffee. Not sure what the point was. No donuts to buy, had four muffins available, and I had to wait 9 minutes for coffee. A lot of people walked out while I was waiting.

The yogurt parfait was filled almost to the top which is not a common occurrence at many Tim…read moreHortons but I asked for a tea with an earl grey tea bag and the cashier said they didn't have any I accepted my fate and got a different tea. Then not even 3 minutes later I hear them call out a different order of an earl grey tea. Dam really feelin the timmies love...

One of my favourite lunch places. Lots of gf and veg options, plus meat as well. Recipes are…read moreamazing and staff is so friendly, I love the quiet of it as well. Very much recommend.

Where to start? Ordered two pulled pork buns - delicious home made BBQ sauce, yummy coleslaw and…read moreheaps of tasty pork. Roasted tomato soup declared "really good" and the ginger carrot, very flavourful. Dark, dark moka lived up to its billing. Chocolatey, not sweet just chocolate and coffee combined perfectly. Did I mention we loved the mugs? Locally made I am guessing. Counter service pleasant and helpful. The place itself - clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the instrumental music playing. Perfect volume for a relaxing lunch. AND although I don't make a habit of commenting on washroom facilities, it was spotless and handicapped friendly.

We had a nice lunch here yesterday. This place is located in a hotel and overlooks the harbor…read more Lovely views that included boats and a bald eagle on the dock. The service was ok, not stellar, but certainly adequate. The food was pretty good. My husband had the fish tacos and loved them. I had the Katsu Chicken Bowl. The Bowl wasn't as good as the tacos. It was badly under seasoned. The chicken was quite dry and overcooked too. All in all it was quite bland. I wouldn't order this again. Our friends had the Miso Salmon and the Bison Spaghettini. Both of them enjoyed their food. If I return to Cowichan Bay I'd consider going again but skipping the Katsu Bowl.

After reading several negative reviews about the service at The Cook & Butcher, I wasn't sure what…read moreto expect--but I'm so glad I gave it a chance. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the hostess, who was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I didn't have a reservation, but she still found a table for me without any issue. My waitress was absolutely amazing--attentive, welcoming, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. I ordered the clam chowder, the steak, and a cocktail called the Guava Fizz. Every bite (and sip!) was delicious. I'm honestly surprised by the poor service reviews, because my experience was fantastic from start to finish. If you've been hesitant to try this place because of what you've read, don't be--I had nothing but great service and great food. I'll definitely be back! The views are also amazing!

Excellent Burger and fries, hot fresh and delicious. Service was genuinely friendly, and a neat…read morelittle place to sit outside under cover and enjoy a great meal. Highly recommended!

Our burgers and quesadillas were delicious. The customer service we received was outstanding. One…read moreof our family members left their purse behind and our server made an exceptional effort to get it back to us. We highly recommend the Lighthouse Eatery.