Cute, quaint, tiny restaurant on the pier with the best ocean and Mt. Baker views of any restaurant in Sidney. I enjoyed the seafood sandwich on multi-grain with fresh, cut fries ($12.95). Not plentiful of seafood, but adequate and tasting freshly mixed with mayo, with lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion slivers. My partner enjoyed the seafood quiche, topped with Hollandaise with fries ($13.95). Lunch service was friendly and timely. read more

Fantastic food and service! Also has reasonable prices for restaurants in Sidney. We ate here yesterday and came back for dinner today. Chicken and mango soup was the daily soup-terrific! Oyster burger was exceptional. read more

Awesome little spot! Went there for breakfast this morning and had the crab cake bennies. Best crab cakes I've ever had, super nice staff and great service and views. read more

i was so looking forward to a meal here after having a great one 6 months ago. We were coming across on the ferry from Vancouver and decided to eat at The Pier instead of on the ferry. I hate to write how disappointed I was with my meal on this evening. Six months ago i had the sous-vide pork chop and found it outstanding!! Couldn't wait to have it again. I even convinced my husband to order it instead of something else he was leaning towards. What a mistake! The meat was over-cooked to the point of dryness. I kept looking for our server to send it back but couldn't get her attention until I I had eaten more than half of it. I was super hungry so couldn't wait much longer. When I finally got her attention, I politely asked if i was supposed to tell her how I wanted my meat cooked, she responded 'no, we cook them ALL to medium rare" UNLESS REQUESTED OTHERWISE. I SHOWED HER MY MEAT AND SHE CONFIRMED IT WAS OVER COOKED (my husband's too) and offered me another plate. I would've taken it but she had taken so long to ask how my food was that I WASN'T HUNGRY FOR ANOTHER plate so i politely turned it down. If management is reading this... PLEASE teach your cook staff how to cook sous-vide properly AND teach your wait staff to check on the customers food prior to 20 minutes passing. At $31 per entree, it was supposed to be a treat, instead it's a bad memory. read more

located right on the Pier beside the Fish Market, this small bistro type restraunt has outside seating or inside with a million dollar view. We had breakfast there before the Sidney Days parade and it was delicious. It is a must see for tourists and you can't leave Sidney without taking in this view. My cousin had the Crab Cakes with poached eggs and I had the old fashioned Bacon and eggs. I will definatley go back and next time I will sit outside and breath in the ocean air. read more

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Had lunch today, not from the area. Food product on the menu and in one of our waters. The chowder ok, little sand here and there. Needed salt and pepper View was nice. Staff helpful. Price was fair. read more

We went for lunch on Thursday January 21. The menu offered a Seafood sandwich @ $15.99 stating it was crab and shrimp. As soon as I saw it I questioned our server and was told it was fake crab and there were only a couple of shrimp. Very tasteless and disappointing. For that price it should be real crab or menu should indicate that. Our server said there is real crab in their crab cakes. I will not go there again read more

Do not go here. I received sloppy service to begin with, being forced to reiterate several times what I wanted. When it was brought out, the order was still wrong. I sent it back and they finally got my order right, I had a small bite of the worst burger I have ever had. When I told her I didn't like the taste, she took it back and went to the back and said "The customer didn't like the taste. What the f*** was his problem?" In a volume that the entire restaurant could hear. When she got back I was comped literally nothing and it was expensive. Do not eat here, terrible service, terrible food, terrible employees. read more

Hidden gem. Found this place on the way to Victoria randomly stopping by Sydney. Nice and homie place. Food was delicious. We tried clam chowder and seafood jambalaya very filling and great portions. Would definitely come again. read more

I really wanted to be impressed and the other reviews are so good. I have been here once before and enjoyed the crab cakes then. This time no one at our table enjoyed the food much other than the clam chowder. I had the mussels but the broth was way over salted and not great flavours. My fiancé had the seafood puff pastry which he said was bland and not enjoyable. The other foods were forgettable and no one finished their meal. If you come here, get the chowder, crab cakes or fish and chips. Everything else is sub par. read more

Wonderful view on the water. Watched the sailboats comes and go, so relaxing. Unfortunately lunch wasn't wonderful. The cook is a line cook not a chef. Food was not hot enough and bland. I had a bowl of clam chowder. Needed salt and spices. I could have stood a spoon up in it, it was so thick. Thickened with lots of flour. Not sure if it was made from scratch. Maybe canned base and doctored up. We also had fish & chips & crab cakes. If you consider yourself a Foodie don't eat here. read more

Excellent chowder, best crab cakes I've ever had, even better than on Maryland! Very good and pleasant service. Great location. We enjoyed the Thai salad too. read more

This is my favorite restaurant so far in Sidney. We are on our boat so this was a short walk. Crab cakes were delicious! We sat outside with a great view and we were able to keep our dog with us. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Recommend this place highly. read more

Had the clam chowder and crab cakes. Crab cakes were so so and according to prior review are not all crab. However, the clam chowder was one of the best I have ever had. Large clams, large potatoes. Nice and creamy. Great sea view as well. read more

The location and layout of this restaurant is well-planned. It is the farthest out on the pier, near the park, and the patio gets a good mix of sunlight and shade. The menu also looked decent as well, with vegetarian options in both salad and entree form. We were greeted at the counter and told to sit anywhere. We sat on the patio, soon followed by a 5-top. The waitress (long blonde hair) greeted that table, brought them menus, waters, and other beverages. Throughout, we sat and waited patiently with nothing in front of us. About 8 minutes passed from the time we sat down until we decided that we didn't want to wait any longer. Further, the wait staff did not apologize when we told them the situation, and excused their behavior with a nonchalant "We're new." And also, "no one told me." As my partner and I have worked in hospitality for many years, this was a poor salutation. read more

We had a delicious breakfast with a fantastic view and great service. I had the bagel and lox with very fresh tasting salmon and ample quantity. Hubby had the chorizo omelette which he really enjoyed. We will definitely return on our next trip to the area. read more

Husband had the Cod and Chips, super light battered and fried without a ton of grease left on it. Slaw too was not heavy mayo. Very good! I had the Cajun halibut, delicious. Not too spicy, just flavored nicely. Waitstaff is so so pleasant and helpful. We will definitely be back. read more

What a little gem this place is. Their menu really pushed the crab cakes so we all ordered them in some variation (my group got the crab cake bennys while I just got the cakes and seafood chowder). We all loved the food and the cakes live up to the hype. The service was quick and the waitress was friendly and accommodating. It's a dog friendly patio so that was a big bonus for us. read more

Good fish and chips, good children's menu, good views, friendly service, but dress warm in the summer - doors open and wind blowing - hey why not, it's summer! read more

I had the Cobb Salad for dinner, and it wasn't what I expected from a Cobb Salad, but it was sooo much better! I wolfed it down and kinda embarrassed myself in front of my in-laws. The lettuce was as fresh as you can get, I think they make a bleu-cheese-type dressing from scratch, which was perfectly complimented by grapes and homemade (lightly seasoned I think? and) roasted nuts. Topped with the juiciest sliced chicken I have ever had on a salad, and a ciabatta roll. For about $12, you aren't going to find a better salad. And I enjoyed the 270 degree view. read more

Pier Bistro was the best meal of our week in Vancouver Island. The fish and chips and fish tacos were excellent. We loved the cute blankets available for outdoor seating. read more

My husband had the halibut, and I had crab cakes and chowder. His halibut came with fries and slaw. The slaw was bland, but the fries and halibut were good. The breading on the halibut was crunchy and fish was tender. My chowder tasted good, there was a good mix of vegetables and seafood. The crab cakes were soft and rubbery. They tasted fine, but they weren't crunchy and the crab pieces were a little rubbery. Both the tartar sauce that came with the halibut and the sauce that came on my crab cakes were tasty. The views from the restaurant were great. Sit on the porch if you can. read more

This tiny place serves probably the best fish and chips I've ever had. I ordered the halibut and it was crispy golden on the outside and tender meaty on the inside. This was the best tarter sauce I've ever had. I think it's homemade. I ordered out, so I can't really rate the dining experience but waiting in the restaurant was still a pleasant experience. The huge body of water cradles your appetite and warms it up for top-notch seafood. The staff I interacted with was friendly, professional, and courteous. The clientele that I saw wasn't very cool. Old people who were a bit rude or pretentious, it seemed. Don't let them sway you; take over with your youth and/or awesome disposition. This place needs more attention - for everyone's sake. I doubt I'd ever make it out that way again, unfortunately, as I'd love to give them another shot. I could imagine myself taking a date out that way for an amazing meal. read more

My husband and I stumbled on this gem while staying nearby in Cordova Bay. We heard from locals it was great, and actually made a drive to Sidney especially to eat there (side note: Sidney is super close to the ferry port, so if you are headed from Vancouver to Victoria or vice versa, this makes a perfect lunch spot stop on your way). My husband got the fish & chips and I had the clam chowder. So good! It's pub-seafood type fare done well. The resaurant itself sits right on the end of the pier and is cozy and charming inside--plus the view is to die for. There were lots of locals dining inside (laughing and enjoying themselves ... utterly cheery vibe) and the waitress was very warm and welcoming. So glad we got to try it! read more

Was there with the family last week and it was great. The salmon fish and chips were really good. The batter was nice and light and the fish was fresh. My wife and mother in law had the chowder and crab cakes and they couldn't praise them enogh. Priced reasonably I suppose. For three adults and a kids meal for my daughter came to under 60$ with taxes and tip. If you are looking for a good fish and chips or something of the sort, I'd recommend checking this place out. read more

Had the Lunch special here two days in a row. Fresh. Friendly. And great view. Hard to beat.

Amazing food, views and service! This was my second visit and it won't be my last. The seafood chowder is not to be missed and has won many awards. I would also recommend the fish tacos and fish and chips. The servers were very friendly and we enjoyed our conversation with them. Definitely going back!!! read more

OMG. You would be sorry if you didn't stop here. It appears they are secret. 9:30 on a Sunday and not at all busy. Parking is a ways back but worth it. My meal started with a mimosa...yummy. Cannot go wrong with a mimosa in the morning. I got there breakfast special which is 2 crab cake eggs Benny. Best poached eggs ever. The hollandaise sauce was amazing. I have no words to describe the crab cakes other than you have to try them. The staff was super friendly. Still trying to figure out why there wasn't an hour wait. This place is a must stop. read more

Pier Bistro - Crabcakes Benny!! - Seafood Near Me - Sidney, British Columbia

Cute little bistro with good prices and a fabulous view! Staff was extremely friendly. Will be back for sure. Only thing I didn't like was the take out containers are styrofoam:( read more

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I have had nothing but good experiences with the eateries in Sidney and the Pier Bistro is no exception. On a sunny Saturday 4 of us with 2 dogs waited less than 10 minutes for an outside table. Service was very efficient without being a pain. The 4 different items were really good and the prices were very reasonable. I will be a regular. read more

Four of us (one with celiac) had lunch here. Four different orders and we all loved them! The gluten free bun on which the fish burger was served was great, the fish was so fresh and perfectly prepared! The Boston chowder was excellent, the halibut and salmon quiche was amazing and the fish tacos could not be improved upon. The prices were reasonable too. We hope to make it there next time we're on the island read more

Ive been there twice.... unfortunately. First time (over a year ago) had the fish and chips which was too doughy. Second time we had the fish special which did not taste very fresh or have much flavour and was served with some rather bland rice and sauteed veggies. For a restaurant located on a pier next to a fish market, the quality of their seafood is poor. It is not cheap either, you'll pay $7 for a beer and expect dinner for two to run at least $60-70. I must say, though, the location is fantastic! Just don't expect much from the food. read more

Great view, great breakfast. My wife and I both had the crab cakes eggs bendict, and went back for more the next day. A must stop-in place. read more

We drove up to this wonderful place from Victoria and discovered this little Bistro on the water. The bar tender was a hoot, a nice young man. We sat outside on the deck...had a windscreen to keep the cool breeze off of us. Food was great, service very good. Great view. Whole town was neat and the people friendly. read more

Nice little restaurant at the edge of the ocean. Menu has lots of choice. Portions are generous. Prices are inline with other restaurants nearby. In other words, not cheap, but not outrageously expensive either. Definitely recommend if you are not in hurry and can enjoy the view. read more

Nothing like a thick wall of glass to separate you from a nice cool sea breeze on a hot day. Never mind they don't seem to operate at capacity, I think every restaurant in Sidney BC has the same menu. Staff were rude receiving us at the door. Basically told me to eff off because they were busy. read more

This is the first time Yelp has failed us in years. Good location but thoroughly disappointed in the food. Clam chowder was bland... I'd prefer t eat chowder from a can. Crab cakes were soggy & the worst crab cakes I have ever had. Our server didn't even offer us water. No wifi. We wish we hadn't even come here... it was a waste of time and money. Our recommendation in the area: Sea Glass Waterfront Grill. read more

Crab cake benedict was yummy. But don't recommend the substituted herbed veggies. Service was great and everyone was very friendly.

July 2017 food poisoning. I ate a small coconut curry 'chicken' (there was no chicken) soup for $10 then watched a mother seal get fed and walked to the ferry to enjoy the long 2.5 hour ferry ride to Anacortes. While waiting for the ferry started to feel sick. On the ferry I soon started to get so nauseous I went onto the deck certain I'd vomit for the first time since I was thirteen years old with the flu. Threw up stomach acide and then ALL of the soup was visibly thrown up. I even took a picture of the soup on the deck before they hosed it down. Very disappointing considering it was a special summer trip. The soup had a layer of bright orange oil on it and one tiny 2cm by 2cm piece of chicken so I had considered having it sent back except that we were going to need to check in early for our ferry ride back to the U.S. I was left hungry after eating it since it had no chicken pieces at all. Its appearance gave the impression it was from the bottom of the pot having run out of chicken. However, it seems it was also not being stored correctly given my nausea. I've reported it to their Department of Health of course in hopes they can improve their food preparation practices given that its been a couple decades since I've vomited. Beautiful spot and glad to see others were able to enjoy meals here. read more

We chose this place because it had 4 stars. Sorry, only worth 2 stars. The fish was boiled, dry and had no flavor. The clam chowder was bland. The bread was an oiled biscuit. The server was nice and her service was good. Time for new cooks and an updated menu. read more