I am another that stopped on the way from Englishman River Falls…read more But I knew Mark's sausages from a previous tasting. Bought two flavours: Wonderful! Nicely spiced, packed with meat. Tasty and worth it!

I stopped in to 'The Unicorn Farm' on my way back on the highway coming from Englisman River Falls…read moreand picked up some delicious Irish back bacon and fresh eggs. I had to write a review to point out how friendly and welcoming Mark was. He also gave me a sausage for my dog for the road and it was so tasty that I didn't want to share, and even considered turning back to buy some more! We both loved it and will be back for more next time we're in the area. I definately recommend Country Butcher/ 2 Rooster Farm fresh and yummy products!

Wow, this place! They never disappoint, we're big on the meat packs. They've done them up in short…read morenotice and do nothing short of amazing customer service everytime! Everything in there is so organized, clean, and yummy! Thanks for all you do Pete's meats

Jammed between the highway and the river on the way through Port Alberni to the west coast, Pete's…read moreMountain Meats is worth a stop - especially if you're camping. You can stock up with tasty, locally-made wieners, ukranian sausages, pepperoni sticks and cold cuts that make a great change from the supermarket muck. Another big plus, according to my wife, is that their meats seem to be significantly leaner than the mass-produced stuff. Personally, I just thought they tasted good. Sure, I've had better but not often. They also have a stall at the Port Alberni Farmer's Market

Staff (maybe owner) very helpful and willing to do us a last minute sandwich picnic. We asked to…read morepickup after our airplane tour just after closing and staff was able to accomodate us slightly after closing - very much appreciated !! The sandwiches we took on plane to Hot Springs Cove - Brisket sandwich was tast, the older kiddos really enjoyed the turkey and Brie, the Italian (?) wonderful cappicola cured in house was one of the best I've had. Best part easy to get in and out of and not fighting the tourist in Tofino - also try the intergalactic root beer it's fantastic!!!

The person behind the counter was knowledgeable and great to chat with. Great selection of meats…read morecheeses olives and make sure you buy the bacon jam!!!

They make beef bacon for a few of us discerning customers. I also get beef ribs. Always meaty and…read morecook up to tender yummy gastronomy. I've been eating beef bacon since the. 50's when we got it on Oak street in Vancouver. It was a Jewish butcher shop. I could use more smoke on my bacon but I'm so happy to find a butcher that will take the time to make it for me.

Dropped 92 lbs of deer meat off December 15th 2023 for sausages…read moreGot my meat back March 31st 2024 Was charged 6.25$ a lb for pork trim 5 types of sausages all taste the same and very salty The bill was 780$ for 127lbs of sausages I have delt with butchers and wild meat yearly for 20 + years and this is by far the worst butcher I've been to Horrible customer service I'm skeptical I even got deer meat back......hunters beware they will rip you off!

I would give Eat Fresh 5 stars were it not for the salads. I LOVE the salads and that's my…read moredownfall. I live a 20 minute drive away from the store but I drive there 3-4 times a week to grab a salad. 2-3 times there either are no salads at all made that day or they have the one kind (chef salad) which I don't care for. It's a waste of an hour for me to drive there only to find..... nada. I guess I'm going to have to start making my own salads because I'm tired of the disappointment. Sigh.

If you like your carrot cake with a side of gaslighting…read more.. EatFresh came highly recommended, and I was genuinely looking forward to supporting a local business with a 'good reputation'. But I ended up in what I can only describe as a full-blown carrot cake standoff. I purchased a slice of carrot cake, only to discover, once home, that it contained shredded coconut. I loathe coconut. The texture is unmistakable to anyone who's ever had it (and hates it). So I drove back the next day and politely asked if I could swap it for something else, not a refund, just a coconut-free treat. What followed was like something out of a sitcom. The staff convened a mini tribunal. The cake was taken behind closed doors and inspected. I was assured that the recipe ONLY contained walnuts (and was not to believe my own eyes - and taste buds). I was even handed a new slice and told, confidently, "No coconut here." I opened the box and pointed right at the flecks of the offending ingredient. Still - the manager insisted: "That's walnut." Spoiler alert: it wasn't. The level of denial was surreal. What could've been a simple, friendly interaction instead turned defensive and weirdly authoritarian. No accountability. No flexibility. Just "take it or leave it" and I left with less respect for a business I truly wanted to support. This isn't just about taste. It's about trust. If staff don't know what's in their own products (or worse, deny what's clearly there), it raises concerns for anyone with dietary sensitivities or allergies. I've attached photos of the cake slices for reference. If you love coconut and confrontation, this might be your jam. If not....well, you've been warned.

Bomb is used to describe on of the fitters here. I agree. It's the bomb! It's called an apple…read morebomb. I also got a bag of chocolate chip shortbread. The premises looks relatively new. Very inviting. Seating for maybe 15 people inside. It's a bakery/coffee shop/sandwich establishment. They have an assortment of stuff here. You'll have to check this out if you're out here in this neck of the woods. Friendly service. Recommended.

Sooooo delicious. Donuts YUM, cheesecake? YUMM. The bread YUUUUMMM. Really delicious and VERY…read morereasonably priced. Lots of seating, cute little place, nice staff. My reason for 4 stars was bc the iced latte just wasn't the greatest. *Just my opinion though* Definitely going back

We were looking for some premade sandwiches or meals. They had plenty!…read morePrices were less than local restaurants and we had a full kitchen at our cabin. Over the course of our trip we had 4 different soups plus butter chicken and we loved them all. The wicked Thai soup is a must! We were impressed with how much in general they had for a small town store. Definitely worth heading here! If you are looking for vegan, Gaia or the other markets are a better choice.

Great stuff here! I got some food there which made my day. In regards to service, they served…read more Flirtatious ambiance there too!

An amazing grocery store with something for everyone taste and cooking ability level. There are so…read moremany treats here, grocery items, cured meats, cheeses, bakery, toys, housewares, their own goats merch, and even a cafe with sandwiches and tacos! A great stop while you're on the island, or as a destination on its own!

Amazing store! Something for everyone. Such a variety of…read morefood items to choose from around the world. There is a whole section of items with Goats on the Roof printed on them. Yes there are goats on grass roof of the building. There is a dessert and lunch counter in the store. Housewares, Christmas items and all kinds of fun outdoor items. Such a fun unique place to visit. There also other businesses to visit close by.

Had everything we needed. Rib eye steaks sweet corn, and salad mix. Got in , shopped and got out…read more Lots of parking too

It's a good market for a small town. Found everything we…read morewere looking for quickly. Veggy department is good. All the staples there Pricing is fairly reasonable for peak of the summer tourism season. Parking is available. Good to find a supermarket of this quality in Parksville