Amazing! Food was delicious, service was impeccable, location was excellent. We sat on the covered…read morepatio and enjoyed a beautiful evening. The seafood pasta was out of this world. The gnocchi and bruschetta were very tasty as well. Finished off the evening with a unique tiramisu. We will definitely be repeat customers to this hidden gem.

The food was delicious and service was great. What else one could wish for! Sadly, it's quite…read moredifficult to get in unless you have a reservation. And making the reservation here is a bit complicated. You have to call, which is OK, but there's no confirmation email or anything telling you indeed have a table booked. Please make sure you double or triple check it before you show up for your dinner. Even though we booked over the phone a couple of weeks in advance, we were not on the list. Fortunately, we were lucky they were able to squeeze us in. Despite this unfortunate booking incident, I would still recommend you to visit this place. The food was indeed delicious!

I like everything I've ordered from Saffron. The butter chicken is good and spiced to liking. The…read moreorder for delivery and take out is much more plentiful than the eat in size. I've had a couple pizzas delivered and they were good and came hot. This time around we tried the lasagne and ribs and were pleasantly surprised. It's hard to get good store bought lasagne.

So I went to Saffron in 2019 and had Butter Chicken so sweet I didn't eat it and left. (No one…read moreasked me if another dish might suit me better.) Six years later my wife and I decided to try again. Me: I was here years ago and I found the dish I ate too sweet. Is it possible to get my food without sugar? Sweet Waitress What was the dish? Me: I think it was Butter Chicken Sweet: There's no sugar in our Butter Chicken. It's made with tomato paste, ketchup... Me: (after she had finished listing ingredients.) Ketchup is almost pure sugar. I've been eating Indian cuisine for the large part of two centuries and in many cities on two continents. I cook northern and southern Indian dishes. I've taken classes, have several cookbooks and subscribe to the better you tube channels (I recommend Swasthi's.) Ketchup is not an ingredient in Indian food. I asked if there was ketchup in several other dishes and was basically told that the Korma was my best and only choice. There was ketchup even in the tandoori chicken. (There is an exception. There is a little chopped onion salad that is often made with either tomato chutney or ketchup.) Korma is a light sauce usually made with yoghurt and maybe a little cream. This was thickened with flour. So much flour that it reminded me of the time I tasted the paste in nursery school. The best word to describe it is "glop." To the many people who wrote rave reviews I beg you to take the ferry to the city and go to one of the many fabulous Indian restaurants there. Swad in West Vancouver is closest and the best. Vij's is amazing but very pricey. Sula and East is East are both terrific and you will pay the same as Saffron, maybe a tad less. My wife had the dahl. A lentil dish. It had a very strong flavour of...you guessed it---ketchup. We asked and, yes, it was, in fact, ketchup. The service was lovely. The naan bread was very good. Neither of them contained ketchup. Here is Swasthi's Butter Chicken recipe: https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/butter-chicken/#wprm-recipe-container-38378

Great find in Gibson and Sunshine Coast. Excellent Italian food in a warm, inviting atmosphere…read more Have been many times visiting the coast. Never disappoints. Great pizzas, my favourite is the spaghetti and local clams.

Service can be hit or miss. Sometimes fabulous. Other times you're ignored…read more Pizzas are okay. Not up to true Neapolitan style, but probably the best you can expect on the Coast. Good enough that I keep returning, but there is far better pizza at other places in BC.

Our server Savanna ( Auburn Hair ) was outstanding in her personality, and quick service. Food was…read moreoutstanding, had focaccia bread with mushroom sauce over it, very good, Cesar salad also very a had shrimp and pasta platter and seafood with pasta platter. Both feed 4 people with leftovers to take home. Service, quality of the food makes this a must add to your dinning choice.

We've had lunch at Cuckoo's once before so we knew pretty much what we were getting ourselves into…read more It's decorated in quite a traditional manner, and currently set up for Christmas. The floors look to be original hardwood, and there are lots of beams and logs to see. I personally love the old style look, but it might not be to everyone taste. The service is quite good, our server especially, although it did seem like one individual was more interested in polishing glasses and not running food or bussing tables. He was a little passive aggressive with another staff member when he did run a couple of plates, came back and said "see that wasn't that hard." Not a good look. The food was quite good, although we felt, this time like the last, it was a little on the expensive side. It is quite a tourist mecca just outside of Parksville so that's likely part of the reason. It's also quite busy so clearly people are willing to pony up. We had the soup of the days Chantrelle mushroom soup. Evidently those mushroom are very plentiful in the area this time of year. It was quite good, creamy for sure, but we would have liked some more noticeable bits of mushroom. We also shared a Caprese salad which needed more balsamic and a little salt. The capers were a nice add. We finished with Margherita pizza which was nicely cooked and finished with fresh basil. Can't believe I am saying this, but there was too much cheese on it and maybe a little shy on the tomato sauce. Peroni beer on tap is a total winner for me. Have been twice, might go again, but likely not.

I had scouted out this place and it didn't disappoint. We didn't have a reservation but got lucky…read moresince a table was just being cleared. Absolutely delicious beet and greens salad, perfectly baked pizza, and friendly service.

Thank you we have been waiting to celebrate our anniversary here and can't say enough about how…read moreamazing our meal was . The setting outside at dark with the lights and autumn leaves just brought a romantic vibe to the evening . Service and advice on what to choose superb choices . Can never go wrong with Tiramisu for dessert to end a special evening . Thank you again , a must for anyone that loves Italian food .

Ambience: Nice, with plenty of seating both inside and outside…read moreFood: 4/5 Service: Staff were sweet and welcoming Price: Decent, though a little expensive for a café We stopped by Gumboot Café for breakfast and had a pleasant experience. There wasn't much of a crowd, and there was plenty of seating available both indoors and outdoors. The service was quick, and everyone was friendly. We ordered eggs, coffee, a breakfast platter, and a peanut butter pastry. The eggs were well made, and the food overall was good. While it wasn't quite a 5/5 for me, it was definitely enjoyable, especially considering the limited breakfast options in the area. The café has a very cute small-town vibe, which adds a lot to the experience and makes it a nice place to relax and enjoy a meal. I also have to give them extra credit for something that meant a lot to me personally. I had accidentally lost my bag during our trip near this cafe, and some kind strangers turned it in to the café. The staff kept it safe until we came back looking for it. I was incredibly relieved and grateful. This act of honesty and kindness is something I will always remember, and it definitely earns this place a few extra points in my book. Overall, I would definitely go back again for the friendly service, cozy atmosphere, great location, and the kindness that helped turn a stressful situation into a happy ending.

Me and my brother went to the Gumboot cafe in Robert's Creek for breakfast. We wondered if it was…read moreeven open as it was dark inside from what we could from the outside and so we entered.DaRFK as Hell and quiet as Hell even though the area was half full! No bacon or sausage and who wants to eat chick peas and beets for breakfast,total garbage ....the vibe TOTALLY SUCKED!!!! We decided to go to Mollys Reach in Gibsons snd it was packed,super bright inside and tonnes of hearty chatter from the patrons....DONT GO TO THE GUMBOOT CAFE,what a depressing experience!!!

There is no way to know if you will be able to have dinner…read more The website indicates that reservations are only for the tasting menu. Walk ins welcome! So we call first, as it's a drive. The recording tells us "Walk in welcome" We drive and walk in. They are full, no dinner for us we drive back looking for an alternative, have pizza for dinner.

This is a brand new restaurant…read more How can we get this updated to reflect all the changes. Award winning team; Chef Adam Pegg, Karin Lazzaris, Jenn Bell  & Chef Anthony Santi of La Quercia in Vancouver will be offering authentic slow cooked Italian Cuisine.

Three different times I stopped for take out & all were lovely supper experiences. My friend & I…read morereally enjoyed the pizza from here (a first for both of us in 2025 during the Cowichan Valley Dine Out event meal features). I also ordered pick up for just myself another time. Lots of dessert & pre-made meal choices. Even if you're just stopping for something to drink, you'll enjoy browsing through the little shop. They're focused on Italian specialty items but have a mix of other goods there too. Staff are always friendly & are very patient with my packing logistics so I can carry everything myself while using my cane. There's seating inside & on the patio. I'm yet to go early enough in the day to enjoy the patio or on a nicer weather day but I do appreciate the very sturdy ramp up to the restaurant/shop doors & patio. Decent amount of parking too. Quick to drive to from Duncan & I first noticed this place when I took Lake Road for different views. Immediately off the main road but pay close attention to google maps (or whatever you use) when you're driving to the restaurant. As you see the sign & restaurant after you should be slowing down to turn into driveway. By my third visit, I knew what to look for & I didn't have to circle back. Looking forward to stopping here in 2026 & trying more items off the menu.

OMG!!! People, I have to tell you about the spaghetti here at Grove Hall Farm. Honestly, this was…read morethe best spaghetti I have EVER eaten. Wowwwwww! I want more. The young man Dorian who helped with the order is the sweetest human. I am coming back for more. Give this place a shot!!! It ROCKS!

Mangia E Bevi brings a touch of Italy to West Vancouver. The dishes are thoughtful, comforting and…read morefull of flavour, with a menu that balances familiar favourites with a few more adventurous picks. They are open every evening from 5 to 10 pm, and their patio is a lovely spot once the weather warms up. Set along Marine Drive, it's a long-time neighbourhood favourite and worth a visit if you are in the area. A solid choice for your next dinner out. Food 5/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Parking 5/5

I ordered raviola takeout for a treat for dinner. I received 7 pieces of mushroom ravioli and 2…read moreinches of bread. I paid $23. it was not enough to fill a 3 year old child. I felt robbed. Shame on Mangia E Bevi. I have brought guests there numerous times though never will again. The few pieces were tasty.