Was looking for a brewery on the island and Fern and Cedar in Qualicum Beach came up & was close to where we were... perfect! We put our name in and the wait was only 15 mins so not too bad considering how packed the place was our server was out going & that always makes for a nice time the 2 piece fish and chips were really enjoyable I especially liked the very thin crispy batter and also the chutney that came with it really different in a good way my wife had the Seafood Chowder with Bannock to start and loved it also the Avocado bowl with Salmon for her main and she said it was just what she needed lots of good nutritious food and the Salmon was cooked to perfection I also had a couple of their great dark ales, would definitely have those again The meals were a good serving enough that we passed on dessert As for price point a little more than other places but not out of line considering the quality of the ingredients and the serving size I wouldn't hesitate to return for another very enjoyable meal thx to all at Fern and Cedar read more

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This is our second time returning to fern + cedar after our last trip to Parksville. The brewery has a very generous selection of rotating taps. The food is fresh and good quality cook - not overly done and they consider plant based options with a side menu for. I am not a vegetarian but feeling really full and good after the citrus avocado bowl with grilled tofu. There's indoor, indoor with covering and a nice patio space for seating. Service was good - the server somehow knew I don't eat spicy and provided a small portion of non-spicy veggies for me. We came later at night and there's ample free street parking. Definitely recommended. read more

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After 4 years since I've first reviewed Fern and Cedar, they still got that 5 stars! I always love visiting a spot second time after a few years to see it is still thriving! Since we're from Van we don't get to go here as often as we'd like but wow what a knockout brewery! The interior has gotten even better since the first time we went! The ferns from the hanging baskets above are beautiful, the plants throughout the space give it such an earthy BC forest vibe it's gorgeous. The patio too! What a great spot to post up and enjoy a delicious lunch and some beers. This time I got a non alcoholic Cesar to drink and I loved the garnish of jerky, bean and pickle. My husband got a beer which he loved. For eats we ordered the chowder of course with the side bannock (a must) and the shrimp and lobster lettuce wrap and the broccolini - everything was delish. Service was excellent as always and we will of course be back in a few years I hope if not sooner! read more

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Awesome food and beer and it has a vibrant atmosphere! Loved the avocado citrus greens bowl with the fried egg!!

After a weekend of camping, my friends and I were in search of a place to refresh ourselves before heading to the ferry terminal. We stumbled upon this place after a quick Google search for nearby breweries and I am so glad my friends and I came across this gem! Upon entering, I immediately noticed the vibrant lush greenery hanging from the ceiling - love!! The restaurant oozes cozy but nature-y vibes and we were very excited to try their signature brews. We waited briefly to be sat on the patio. After being seated, a kind waitress immediately came over and gave us suggestions on drinks. While my friends are avid beer drinkers, I myself prefer ciders so I ordered the watermelon smash and it was so yummy! My friend also loved her flight which featured a variety of different beers. The oceanside lager was the overall favourite in the entire group. Another honourable mention was the fuzzy peach tasting beer which I really enjoyed despite not being a beer drinker. My boyfriend and I ordered the chowder and ribs to share. Despite the food taking quite some time to arrive, it was well worth the wait. My pick is definitely the chowder as it was packed with seafood and flavour! The added bannock was also very delicious - we shared it with our friends and they ended up devouring most of it haha. I recommend this place especially if you're not from around the area as it has great ambiance and food. read more

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The place has dropped in quality and service but has managed to raise prices. Waiting an hour for a meal is unacceptable. Paying high prices for average pup fare is also unacceptable. I once recommended this place but it's truly not worth your time and your dollar read more

Came in for the meatball sub special, and I must say it is probably the best sandwich I've ever had. 10/10 will return. Im always a fan of their menu and it all hits! read more

So good I ordered the cream soda and it was the best I ordered a kids burger and it was so good same with the fries it's the best I would recommend and I will come back really high price for the food so know wonder it's so good read more

This is a review only for the beer, but also the atmosphere. We were delighted to see such a beautiful, bright and lush green brewery with aesthetically pleasing wall decor that matched even their beer cans. We were greeted quickly and got to choose our own seats. My husband got the winter ale which cost $8.50 for a 20 ounce glass. I opted for a flight paddle, which consisted of 4 six ounce tasters For $10 My husband's winter ale was absolutely delicious and I really enjoyed my four options which included a Hefeweizen, a dark lager, a light IPA, and a tropical ale. I'm somebody who usually likes sours, but these beers all tasted pretty good to me! I think I liked the Hefeweizen most. We were too full from our lunch, but saw some really unique and tasty food items, including cinnamon bannock with ice cream, curry, adobo, and tofu bites and more. What an interesting fusion of food options. If we lived in Qualicum, I have a feeling we would be here regularly as the space is so beautiful and it looks like they put together community events. read more

Fern and Cedar Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

All I can say is wow!! This place hits every mark. From the amazing beer choices to the incredible food, and even the service was outstanding. The Turtle cove beer was a huge surprise, was our favorite! Even our 9 year old daughter loved the food and vibe. Definitely recommend coming here. You won't be disappointed. read more

Fern and Cedar Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

more than our annual camping trip I visit this brewery every chance I can. coming here twice this trip as we liked the tofu appetizer so much we had it both times great beer selection and atmosphere the staff are amazing so friendly and good with answering questions for my less informed friends had a good chat with Spencer? about also owning Arrowsmith brewery I love the food beer and staff even bought another tshirt because the logo is great read more

great food and great service! super cute place as well. but get real coke pls thank u

Wowwwwwiie! This adorable little brewery was such a charming experience as we are visiting Canada from the United States! Taya was our server and also was present at the host stand to seat us promptly! She is extremely hospitable, kind and a soft essence to her. The very berry cider is tasty crispy and extremely refreshing thank you fern and cedar brewing! read more

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I loved the design of this place. Was a bit taken aback by high pricing. The shrimp and lobster lettuce wraps sounded great. No mention on the menu of the fact they would be battered and deep fried. Really did not expect that and even though I tried, did not care at all for this. I had even trimmed the lettuce wedge that came with it. It was old- obviously cut more than a day ago, based on the cuts that had gone rusty and the bruised outer leaf. Why be so lazy, chef? You can't trim the obvious-old-lettuce evidence? Server was very nice and replaced it with the chowder. That took a wait that was longer than expected and was another mistake I made. Who minces all the ingredients in chowder??? Not kidding. Minced clams and smoked salmon and whatever other seafood was in it. Minced veggies. The texture was horrible. I liked the flavour though, and tried to get some nourishment from the very little creamy broth I could strain out. Thankfully my lunch friends had extra salad and fries (really delicious, actually) so though, I'm still hungry I'm okay but disappointed. This place was supposed to be the best! My lunch friends enjoyed their steak and cheeseburger, so that's why 2 stars from me. My advice: go for the ambiance and beer and don't order seafood. read more

Atmosphere is nice (the cedar planters full of ferns hanging from the ceiling is a nice touch), and the food was good. They have a nice selection of beer to choose from too. Service on our visit was very slow, so it was almost 90 minutes total to get our lunch completed. We'll be back! read more

Excellent beer and atmosphere. Grandma and I stop by here and play crib often. I suggesting bringing entertainment, because the service can be slow at times. Food is well worth the wait though. The chicken burger and short ribs are my favorite. read more

Love this place. It was packed when we got there. Loved the cheese burger - one of the best I ever had. Fried chicken and iceberg lettuce salad were all very nice. I had their dark ale and it was spot on. read more

Good food and drinks, great service, and absolutely beautiful decor! The kitchen closes at 8 PM FYI, but the bar stays open later. There is a dog friendly patio area, but it was closed early due to be short staffed so we had to leave the dog in the car. 5/10 on the indoor chairs--totally fine. 10/10 on gender neutral bathroom. read more

Been going to Qualicum to visit my wife's family for over a decade now and I generally dread the restaurant and bar options (it has an older demographic), HOWEVER, F&C is a place I'd highly recommend. This is a great addition to a town that desperately needs better food and brews. Being from Colorado, where craft brewing kicked off decades ago in the US, I'm picky about my IPAs...F&C's were delicious and the food was excellent (our 5 and 8 year old even liked it). If you are in Qualicum this is the only place to go in my opinion. Just a short walk from the Main Street and a refreshing spot. read more

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Monday is not the easiest day to find a place to eat on short notice so off we set to find somewhere to go for a casual meal in Parksville and we just kept driving until we got to Qualicum Beach. We were about to turn around when I cited Fern and Cedar, I had wanted to go there with Karla, and now is the perfect opportunity. It was very busy and they were very accommodating. It began with a very warm greeting and even a short explanation about the decor and the different plants. It's a really stylish and vibrant restaurant. I wouldn't say the prices are reasonable, but then again, you've got to pay for quality and we certainly got that in abundance. I ordered a chicken sandwich which came classic styled, and was absolutely delicious. I never rate french fries. I don't consider them a challenge for any chef, so we will just concentrate on both Karla's burger, which I had a bite of my aforementioned chicken sandwich, it was so good I plopped a $10 tip on the serving counter for the cooks, who a couple of minutes to explain the recipe. We eat out at least once a week and we have certain restaurants that we go to for certain types of meals. This is my go to place when I want an awesome chicken sandwich it was on a soft brioche bun with pickles adding a nice crunchy moist flavour. A really great dessert dining experience further enhanced by a really lovely and engaging server named Olivia. Thanks to her and all the staff., great job ! read more

Stopped in for lunch today and we were not disappointed. Food, beers and service were all excellent. They're short staffed but we didn't notice any delays in getting a table, having our order taken or getting our food. My husband had the cheese burger with fries and I had the chowder with bannock. We shared a flight and got a couple extra cans to go. All delicious and when we're back in town, we're coming back. read more

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A Vancouver Island must! Locally owned and operated. Great food and delicious beer. Outdoor seating available. read more

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$2.50 for hot sauce? Surprised to be charged for hot sauce at a pub. And it is undeclared until the bill arrives. Not on the menu nor when ordered? Go for the beer. (1) read more

If you're looking to get your monies worth, portion wise, look no further. They do not hold back when it comes to a side of fries. The quality of food is great and the beer is delish. Highly recommend. read more

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Great place to have in Qualicum Beach. Beer and wine selections are all good. Food menu is limited but is good. My only suggestion is for there to be an additional menu listing the rotating taps for the patio. Yes there is one but is not easily viewed on all sections of the patio. Patrons have to leave their table to view. If ordering a flight then you have to memorize the ones you want. Even a portable one that the server can bring the tables would be good. All in all happy to have this brew pub here read more

We enjoyed the ambiance of this venue. Their selection of ciders was terrible, local doesn't mean better. The meals were okay, nothing more. The dessert mediocre. The service was a bit harried as they were very busy. We loved their outdoor seating. read more

Stopped here for lunch on Sept 19th. The kitchen wasn't open but they had a terrific food truck outside (can't remember the name). Beers were great. People were nice. If we're ever in the area again we'll stop again. read more

We had a small dinner for my husband's birthday. The staff was so attentive and warm. The food was great and the chef himself came out to beautifully cut the birthday cake. Everyone had a fabulous time. Perfect event. Thank you! read more