1. I went here over the course of several days on vacation and enjoyed it…read more 2. They make a solid macchiato which I had several of. 3. It's in a cool old train station building and has both indoor and outdoor seating.

stopped into white rabbit coffee just before 1:00 pm on a thursday, that sweet spot when the lunch…read morerush has eased and the space feels fully alive. big windows, pale wood booths, white walls, and warm toned floors keep everything light and airy, even when it's busy. the vibe lands perfectly between polished and cozy. blonde wood booths offer both semi private corners and more open seating, with plants and colourful abstract art softening the clean lines. baristas move with easy assurance and a friendly, unhurried energy. this is clearly a neighbourhood hub. older couples lingering, solo laptop folks settled in, and small groups catching up without rushing. the room hums, but never feels hectic. the menu is refreshingly straightforward. coffee classics are clearly listed and fairly priced, with sensible milk options. sandos and salads run until mid afternoon and focus on familiar combinations done well, like a breakfast sando, pear and brie grilled cheese, smoked chicken with banh mi crunch, and a bright dill pickle slaw. vegan options are integrated naturally. the not coffee section is just as solid, with matcha, chai, london fogs, and hot chocolate that don't feel like afterthoughts. i ordered a matcha latte with oat milk, warm and grounding on a cold, clear day. signage around the café quietly reinforces the welcoming tone without feeling performative. the music playing soft, yet audible, michael jackson and paul mccartney drifting through the room was nostalgic, playful, and oddly perfect. white rabbit fits the old city quarter beautifully. bonus points for black rabbit kitchen next door if you want something more substantial. this is the kind of place that turns a simple coffee stop into an excuse to slow down and linger.

Perfect spot to enjoy a meal before heading to the ferry. The food was excellent. The service was…read morequick. A great little café.

A cozy cafe that employs people with developmental disabilities, which is so great! COCO Cafe was…read morepretty busy on a Saturday (late) morning, but we were able to order right away. I chose an Iced Matcha Latte, Berry Bar, and West Coast Benedict, and my boyfriend got a Dirty Chai Latte, Maple Nut Bar, and Breakfast Wrap. The interior had plenty of seating, and mostly signage as decor. My Iced Matcha Latte was a bit watered down, but the flavor was decent. The West Coast Benedict was tasty and very filling, with perfectly poached eggs. The salmon was a little on the salty side, but overall I enjoyed it. The Berry Bar was probably my favorite part of the meal - great flavor, ideal level of sweetness! I tried a bite of the Maple Nut Bar, and that was fantastic, too. Would return to try more items!

Didn't expect much from the food here as the servers seem hot and annoyed... BUT…read moreOrdered tomato soup which was absolutely fantastic tasty spicy beautiful served with great baquette. Ordered salad Nicole's - another rave! Lovingly chopped potatoes,cucumber,boiled egg,tuna, with a lovely lemon dressing. Best food ate all weekend in Nanaimo.

arriving at mon petit choux around 2:30 pm, i noticed a handwritten note on the front door: the…read morekitchen was closed for the day, but drinks and pastries were still available. exactly what i wanted anyway. stepping inside, the comforting scent of freshly baked bread wrapped around me like a warm hug. the interior immediately draws you in, robin's egg blue banquettes curve around small marble tables, paired with dark wood chairs and deep red flooring. charcoal walls trimmed with subtle gold details give the space a slightly vintage, old world charm feel, softened by leafy plants and framed artwork. it's cozy without being fussy, elegant without ever feeling stiff. the barista greeted me with a genuinely warm smile, answering my questions with patience and ease. there was no rush, no performative cheer, just the kind of friendly, attentive presence that makes you feel comfortable settling in. it's a small thing, but it set the tone for the entire visit. by mid afternoon, the pastry case was understandably a little sparse, with the almond croissants already gone. i grabbed the last chocolate croissant and ordered a matcha latte with oat milk. after paying, the barista offered to warm the croissant and bring it over to my table, a thoughtful, relaxed touch that matched the gentle pace of the room. when my order arrived, the matcha latte carried a subtle, unexpected peachy note, light and refreshing, though not quite to my taste. the chocolate croissant, lightly warmed, had a slight crunch exterior that gave way to soft layers, and a rich dark chocolate filling. it wasn't ultra flaky, nor chewy, but it was baked in house with care. as i prepared to leave, i was offered a baguette or focaccia to take home, another generous gesture that left a lasting impression. even though the latte wasn't a personal favourite, mon petit choux is a genuinely welcoming, quietly charming spot i'm already looking forward to returning to, especially for brunch. it's the kind of café where you linger a little longer than planned, where the space itself encourages you to slow down, and where the city outside feels momentarily hushed.

We visited Drip Coffee for breakfast and found it pretty busy on a (late) Friday morning. The…read moreinterior was small, but cozy and well decorated, and service was friendly. I ordered a Salted Maple Latte off their season drinks menu, and an Avocado Toast. The latte was fantastic - the "salted" flavor was really strong and didn't get overpowered by the maple, which I loved. The Avocado Toast was larger than I had expected and very well made - so filling, with tasty feta cheese and cherry tomatoes on top. I also bought a Ginger Cookie on the way out, which was huge and really good. Overall, big fan of Drip!

Love drip coffee! Delicious coffee and healthier food options. Right across from…read moreDeparture bay beach. They are a little pricier but worth it

This place continues to be my favourite chicken wrap location. Today it was the off-menu spicy…read morechicken wrap. It's off menu because it's **legit spicy** ;) Paired with the Grapefruit and Lemon Fizz drink...perfectly balanced. Ambiance continues to be excellent. I could curl up with a good book here.

Cute and affordable, lots of options and a large menu (both hot food, drinks, and bakery items)…read more Lots of seating and cute ambiance. A focus on reusable glassware and straws is a nice touch

The best Nanaimo Bar we ever had. It was delicious and to die for!…read moreMy sister bought some extra take back home (Toronoto). They are still delish after couple of days.

I heard from multiple sources that Red's Bakery serves the most mediocre Nanaimo Bars in Nanaimo,…read morebut since we were in the area (and a couple of other places were closed the day we were in town), we decided to walk on over. Red's has a kind of small town bakery feel, with old-fashioned almost eclectic decor, perhaps 60s/70s retro. Unlike some of the other bakeries, they prepackage some of their desserts in plastic, so it's difficult to tell how fresh they are. I suppose Nanaimo Bars keep well in the first place. We ended up trying Nanaimo bars from three different places, with my notes for Red's as below: Nanaimo Bar ($6) - This Nanaimo bar is much taller than the other two, probably around 50% taller than bar 3 and a full double of bar 2. It cuts very smoothly without much flaking off. The crumb base underneath is smooth, indicating that the coconut fibers are well blended to reduce strand length. It's almost like an Oreo base, with heavy Dutch processed cocoa flavor. There should be nuts mixed in, but they are crushed so finely that I can't really tell what nut is used. People on social media complain about the bottom layer, but I actually love it. For the other layers, the top icing is really sweet. It has a heavily roasted chocolate flavor and by far the darkest in color. The middle layer just tastes like standard icing. It's sweet but I think less so than the other bars. (4/5) Interestingly enough, I enjoyed the Nanaimo Bar from Red's more than both other bakeries. I think it's pretty good in quality and while sweet, has the heavy cocoa elements of the cookie base to help balance things out a bit. Washroom - I didn't see any available for customers.

i made a point to stop in at serious coffee after spotting their chalkboard advertising a black…read moresesame matcha latte, because curiosity absolutely won. i arrived before noon on a friday and the café was nearly empty, with only one table occupied, which gave the visit a calm, unhurried feel. the space itself is cozy, relaxed, and slightly mysterious, with high ceilings, exposed beams, chandeliers, and warm lighting paired with dark wood. it feels very much like a place that had a previous life, likely as a pub, and that history adds character. at the same time, the room feels visually busy. the walls are lined with menus, chalkboards, printed signs, and notices, and the pastry case is packed with labels and options. it all creates a sense of abundance and activity, even when the café is quiet, almost like there is a lot competing for your attention at once. i ordered the black sesame matcha latte with oat milk, unsweetened, along with a strawberry iced chai with oat milk, also unsweetened. the black sesame completely overpowered the matcha. the matcha was there, but very subtle, more of a background note than a distinct presence. if you love black sesame, this drink might work well for you, but matcha lovers may find it lacking balance. the strawberry iced chai, even without sweetener, it somehow tasted too sweet for my preference, and the flavour combination felt slightly off. it was not terrible, just not something i would order again. overall, this was a fun stop with creative drinks and a distinctive atmosphere. the chalkboard outside definitely did its job getting me through the door, and the café feels like a solid place to sit and hang out, especially if you enjoy trying something a little different.

Nice Nanaimo Bars (but not the best in town-- try Reds). Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff.read more

Wow! Food was excellent. Fresh from the farm. What a delight…read more Service was fast. Great outdoor dining.

Came here for a quick lunch. Our veggie burrito and garden medley roll-up were delicious, fresh,…read moreand fast. Lots of vegetarian options on the menu here. This cafe has a clear COVID-19 protocol to maintain social distancing, it is signed well and is enforced by staff for everyone's health and safety! Thumbs up Delicado's. We'll be back!!

A cute little gelato place right on the waterfront in Nanaimo. It was nice to pop in for a quick…read moregelato while admiring the scenery. The store is small, but all you want is the gelato, so who needs a huge place anyway? They had a good selection for a store that size, and they offered some fun flavours that we Toronto people don't get access to. An example is the Nanaimo bar flavour they offered. I was told by my friend that it was extremely tasty, and the salted gelato was quite good as well. Just a heads up, they only allow you to sample once, so pick carefully!

I was excited to see they made their ice cream in house. Many different flavors which are not run…read moreof the mill. Kahlua chocolate fudge? Barnacle swirl? Nanaimo bar? Black licorice? The place is tiny and besides ice cream and sorbet, there are shelves of candies too I decided to get a lime sorbet as it was a very hot day and I wanted something light and refreshing. It hit the spot. Icy sweet and tangy. The service could be better. Not that friendly. No sampling I think, though I did not ask since most places stopped it due to covid.

An exceptional gem in the usually hard pressed for cuisine city of Nanaimo. Every dish is perfect…read more How good can eggs Benedict get? Pretty damn good. I cannot recommend this place enough. Their small selection of baked goods are also exceptional. I had their tourtiere special and it was fantastic. Amazing attention to detail, from the perfectly seasoned filling, the crisp flaky pastry and the perfectly poached egg, along with a side of stewed tomatoes and local peppers, it just projects this restaurant's intense love of food

From the owner: We offer a delicious menu of brunch items like: Eggs Benedict with various toppings and home made…read moreEnglish muffins as an option, vegan and gluten free options, baked French toast, home made quiche, house made fresh soups, sunrise sandwich with Spanish frittata, healthy quinoa and grain bowl with roasted fruit, fresh baked in house scones with in all the fixings and much more. We also have a full coffee and special tea service. We serve English High Tea on Saturday and Sunday afternoons (starting April 22, 2023) with savory finger sandwiches, fresh baked goodies all served with a flair and a smile. Located in downtown Nanaimo in the historic Old Quarter. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended as we do have limited seating available.