The new owner at Nellie's European Deli is wonderful, kind and accommodating. He makes great…read moresandwiches and soups. This store now stocks many European items everything from sweets to European cheeses, meats and even Scandinavian pickled herring. I wish they had more lunchtime patio seating or even some indoor seating. Good fresh made food!

Terrible food! I ordered German potato salad for a Family Reunion and it was horrible with too…read moremuch salt taste. I also ordered the Almond cake which was dry and no one ate it as well. The apple cake was the only edible dish. I returned the food and $140.00 later, the owner tells me too bad!

We found a great brunch spot before starting our trip!…read more We were in Nanaimo looking for a nice brunch spot before starting our Vancouver Island road trip, and Gabriel's Gourmet Cafe really hit the spot! We liked how easy the ordering system was. You pick up a menu, choose a table, decide what you want, and then order and pay at the counter. They give you a number, and they bring your food and drinks to your table. It's straightforward. The fresh, local ingredients stood out, and we would recommend this place if you want a tasty and filling meal. The portions were just right for our big appetites. The atmosphere was so relaxed we almost wanted to stay longer. We'd recommend starting the Nanaimo road trip here. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 (hybrid-service) Kids: 3/5 Presentation: 2/5 Parking: Metered street parking is available throughout the surrounding neighbourhood. Tips: * Inside & outdoor seating available. * Great stop before heading out to explore Vancouver Island. * They have G/F and Vegan options. Would I Return: Yes

Yes, this is the place to eat. I had the hash, which did not appeal in writing but it was popular…read moreso....... Well, I loved it! In fact I spread it out more on the plate just for a good look to try and duplicate it. It was more attractive at serving but I had already dived into it

This place is bright and cheery, and we found the staff delightful and personable. This was a stop…read moreoff before grabbing the ferry but it was so good I imagine our family will return! They have hands down the best Nanaimo bars I have ever tasted! I didn't grab a picture of those because they were devoured, but we also enjoyed our cortados

I love this place. Great atmosphere--reminds me of Japan with the work stations. But more than…read moreambiance, the baristas are friendly, and the coffee is excellent. Great pour over selection if you're a snob like me, and also great options for the espresso coffee lovers. Took my fellow snobs and have also taken my instant coffee lovers, and everyone likes it. Go check it out, it's worth it

Tucked away in the plaza. A nice spot for soup and sandwiches. Ingredients were fresh. Plating is…read morealso nice. Do not expect dash in and out for a quick bite. Enjoy your time at the cafe.

The owner's attitude takes Seinfeld's infamous "Soup Nazi" to a whole new level!…read more Rude, dismissive, and downright unpleasant. It makes me wonder: if this is how you treat customers, how do you treat and train your staff? Customer service starts at the top, and attitude speaks volumes. My nervous system has learned to recognize when an environment doesn't feel right, and mine says STAY AWAY! Good food means very little when it's served with a side of attitude.

Yes!!! thank you for existing. As a city to island transplant, I've been searching for good fried…read morechicken.. I don't like K(entucky)FC, sorry.. i prefer churches but there are none close by.. so then I found lees, I was pretty happy about that.. But then... I found NANDA! and I'm happy I did. It's really good.. if you know Korean fried chicken, it's the good KFC. I liked the crispy and spicy, next time I'll try the regular and them tacos.. Thanks nanda!!

Nandas has always been great to me, im currently having the gangsta sandwich which is my go to!…read moreWhether you call for pickup order or dine in, the service is always great! This has to be one of my favourite chicken sandwiches/chicken in nanaimo, with great portions! Always a 10/10 for me:) thank you nandas!!

Good tasting food. Employees were very nice and patient while we looked at the menu for our first…read morevisit. My brisket was little fattier than I'd normally like but I forgot to ask for lean pieces. That's my fault.

Food was delicious here! Definitely one of the better BBQ's I've had in the west coast. We did…read moretheir regular feast and I thought the sausages, brisket, pulled pork and chicken were absolutely delicious. The rack of ribs unfortunately for us was dry and was my least fave even though I prefer ribs. The cornbread and French fries were really good and our friend ordered their special corn ribs that day and those were unique and top notch! Side of Mac & cheese was also Definitely worth the stop! I'd pass on the ribs though unless the batch we got that day happened to just be a meh batch.

Best selection of cheese and specialty deli goods, hands down. Wonderful shop, helpful and…read moreinformative staff. My favourite store in town for gourmet snacks and nibbles (for everyday!). Special shout-out to the heavenly cheese selection and the cute and clean premises. They also have an Italian pork jowl that I can't find anywhere else in town. Considering the rising price of eating out (and junk food), I will get myself some fancy treats here every week instead.

Although the staff at McLean's was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and I did get hooked by…read morethe nostalgic story of the place, I was kind of unimpressed with McLean's. We got a LOT of stuff there, including crackers, pate, cheeses, jams, and a bunch of other items, all of which sort of flatlined. Now, in McLean's defense, the pate and cheeses were the only things they brought in specifically under their name. And the place was EXTREMELY cute, and they served sandwiches, and the owner was friendly and on premesis, and they'd let you bring wine if you wanted... ...but really, everything flatlined. The fig crackers tasted like prunes. The sheep's brie was overly strong in flavor, almost off-tasting. The porter cheddar tasted like...plain cheddar. The pate was bland. One standout was a cheese (I forget the name) which had a line of gorgonzola down the centre. Really, of everything we bought, this is the only thing I'd consider re-purchasing. Now I don't want to rule this place out based on one trip, but it *was* expensive (some of the crackers and jams were way over-priced) and I *was* disappointed, considering how it's touted around town as being wonderful. I like to support local businesses, so I will be back to purchase a significantly smaller portion of cheese. Till then...

I take the ferry once per month. I really enjoy the chili and hot dog. Those are my favor. Great…read morefood and excellent service. See you next time guys

For fast food BBQ this isn't bad. I had some the last time I came out to Courtenay and on the way…read moreback. There are other better BBQ places. The line up is long, however, a lot better than the other places in the terminal.

As this cafe seems to pop up on any tourist searches in Nanaimo, we decided to try it out as we…read morewere in the vicinity. When we arrived at about 3 pm, on a Friday, the place was packed. Only one open table and a couple of spaces at the counter. The line was short and we were able to order quickly. We ordered a soy latte, a chai tea latte with oat milk and a Nanaimo bar. When our drinks were made a second table opened up and we grabbed it as it actually had chairs! Our drinks were excellent and the Nanaimo bar was just as we expected it to be. Very tasty. Parking may be a problem here as there aren't a lot of spaces. I think all parking is on the street. The whole cafe experience made me think of the 60's in San Francisco (not that I experienced that!) Everyone there seemed quite laid back and enjoying a good experience. They do have live music on many evenings. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Nanaimo.

A cute cafe during a day trip to Nanaimo! The vibes are immaculate and felt so cozy. There was even…read morea live piano player and singer who started up in the afternoon. For brunch, I got eggs Benny with tomato and bacon. The texture of the eggs were pretty good! A little overcooked though. The side of potato wedges were really good for me. The London fog was delicious and had the perfect amount of sweetness! I'd come back :)

I got their mac and cheese with pulled pork. The dish was surprisingly quite spicy. The cheese mix…read moreseemed a little too fake or processed. The service was prompt, but they could have been more friendly. I found their portions to be on the smaller side and thus a bit pricey too.

Sandwich and spicy Mac and cheese Spicy Italian and…read moreprosciutto Absolutely best sandwich ever Great fast service