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

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

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!!

A great selection of prepared snacks, lunches, salads, sandwiches, small meals, soups, etc…read more Not to mention the "sinful" baked goods (muffins, scones, pastries etc. And the friendly STAFF!

Great little store with delicious ice cream, baking, and more. Especially love the vegan options.read more

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.

Reasonably priced pies. Had the lemon meringue and it had a ton of meringue. The fritter bomb is a…read morebit pricey but yummy and not overly sweet or heavy. They had sold out of a lot of the bread varieties by the afternoon.

The ham sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Food was fresh and delicious!…read moreFriendly, fast service and a relaxing environment!

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.

One of the Best smoked meat places outside Of montreal…read more Ran by Buzz and his wife...so always like supporting local. Buzz is one funny man. Met him couple times and we hit it off with good convo all over. He insults and mocks you in a funny way while waiting in line, and that simply adds to the experience. Small restaurant with a few tables and outside seating, but brimming with good food and good laughs all day. I visited 2x in 1 day. It was that good. Also tried the potato fritters, very good! Meat was tender and juicy and smoked to perfection. Sliced as you ordered. Perfection in such a simple dish. Also tried the hotdog and it was the bomb! I would repeat each and every time im in salt spring. You can tell coz the lines are always long and people actually take the time to savour their food. Cheers! Happy eating!

This smoked meat sandwich after a stroll of the Sunday market hits the spot! Amazing meat to bread…read moreratio. A bit of mustard to cut through the richness. I'd come back!