We stopped in here for lunch and ordered the supreme banh-mi. The sandwiches were excellent! Crusty…read morebread, fresh pickle, tasty marinade on the meat. They were served slightly warm. The water was nicely flavoured with lemon. Service by was also friendly and attentive. Would definitely go back!

We were in town for a long weekend. Came for some hot food/soup type meal as it was raining when…read morewe arrived. The service is quick, and food was good and there were plenty of seats when we came. We had ordered the lemongrass beef pho and pho sate with chicken. Both had good flavor and the meat was tender. We would come back if we're in Parksville again or driving through.

We finally had to find out what all the hype was about!…read more We kept seeing this Japanese restaurant get top ratings and heard it was really popular in Nanaimo, so we decided to try it for ourselves. Was it actually worth all the hype? We ordered the Sora Omakase Sashimi (8 types, chef's choice) along with a few other special rolls, and the sashimi was the real star of the show. The fish was incredibly fresh and generously thick-cut, with a great variety of premium sashimi. We were impressed by the creativity, generous portions, and presentation. Compared to other sushi places we've tried in the city, the quality and attention to detail here really made a difference. The prices are a bit higher than some other restaurants on the island, but after tasting the food, we thought the quality made it worth it. If you love sashimi, we especially recommend trying their sashimi options. There are plenty of premium choices. The restaurant itself has a modern-chic atmosphere, and it was BUSY. We saw a mix of locals, visitors, and a steady stream of takeout orders. Despite the crowd, our food came out surprisingly quickly, and the quality stayed top-notch. Whether you want a casual sushi night for two or a place to celebrate with a group, the menu has enough variety to please everyone. We came in wondering if the hype was real, and left understanding exactly why it's so popular. Honestly, Nori deserves the 5 stars from us. We're not the Michelin Guide, but we can definitely see why people are talking about it. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Presentation: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 Tips: * Reservations are highly recommended. * Walk-ins are accepted, but be prepared for a potentially long wait during busy times. * The menu is extensive, so take your time deciding. * Great option for everything from date night to group celebrations. Would I Return: Yes ‍

Our waitress was amazing the food was DELICIOUS!!! I would recommend this place to everybody. I ate…read morehere with my family, and we all loved it!

I had horrible customer experience at this restaurant. I called in and made a simple take out…read moreorder. I arrived 2 minutes later and I asked if we could sit while we were waiting and then eat the food in the restaurant instead, they said yes. We waited abd 15 minutes after we ordered the food did it finally arrive. The item I got was barely Luke warm. I told my server who informed another server who came over and told me it was basically my fault that the food was Luke warm as they made the food super quic. the server begrudgingly had the cooks remake the food after taking it back the first time and saying they were to busy so we were shit out of luck. Then after bringing us the food the server told us to never call in food again and just come into the restaurant and order food only. Extremely disappointed with this situation and restaurant. The other servers were understanding when I made my complaint. Will not be coming back here as the food I got was still a little cold in the centre.

Basic, white people Vietnamese. I was hoping for actual Bun Bo Hue with congealed blood, nope. I…read moreskipped it and had vermicelli, the flavor was good. It was expensive. Skip this one.

Located in a small strip mall, this Vietnamese restaurant is a must try in Nanaimo. The space is…read moresmall but cozy. We started with fresh salad rolls. They were fresh and the peanut sauce was delicious. The rolls did lack basil though, 4/5. For main, I had the shrimp vermicelli bowl. It was delicious, the spring rolls were fresh, the shrimp was perfectly grilled and the shrimp "sausage" was delicious, 5/5. Service was prompt and very courteous. Given the lack of options in the area, this is a gem.

Great little store attached with various Vietnamese and Asian items. Owners are very friendly and…read morehelped us choose out ingredients based on recipe photos.

Review: Nana Sushi, Nanaimo…read more Nestled in downtown Nanaimo, Nana Sushi is a cozy gem that serves up comforting Japanese fare with a friendly vibe. I stopped in for a casual meal and left feeling satisfied and warm--especially thanks to their standout udon. The broth was rich and flavorful, the noodles perfectly chewy, and the portion generous enough to make it a go-to comfort dish. While the sushi was solid, it's the udon that stole the show for me. Service was prompt and welcoming, and the atmosphere had a laid-back charm. It's not flashy, but it's the kind of place you return to when you want something reliably tasty and reasonably priced. Located at 14 Victoria Crescent, Nanaimo, BC (250) 591-0755 Visit their website Overall: Pretty good! I'd definitely come back--especially for the udon.

A small little hideaway in the centre of town…read more Small meaning seating for about 20 guest and not all together. It was good sushi and prompt but I also went when it wasn't too busy. The bento box was nice and sashimi was fresh and teriyaki tasty. Tempura crispy and hot. I nice restaurant if you are staying in town and you need to look for it as not on the main drag. Construction of the road should be better once it's done but a good little place for sushi in Nanaimo. Staff were friendly and courteous.

The last time I ordered food here, they ran out of beef broth, which is ok. But instead of calling…read moreme to advise me so I could choose a substitute or cancel the order, they sent a veggie broth instead that was grossly lacking in flavour and then gave me a hard time when I called them out for it. The previous time, I ordered extra meat which they forgot, and again, they acted like it was somehow, my fault. I'll never give this place another penny.

Great Waterfront ambiance - decor was pleasant and airy…read more We shared a variety of spring rolls - crisply and delicious. 4/5 I had the chicken Banh Mi - Brad was fresh and crusty in the best way, the ingredients were nicely balanced 4/5

The food here is very affordable. But the noodles are a bit over cooked and the soup is a bit…read morebland. It is pretty warm inside without ac. Parking in front is easy. The people who work here are nice and come to check in frequently.

Great food everytime, great service happy atmosphere. Glad we found this restaurant.read more

Wonderful fresh food, delicious, fabulous flavours, and spicing, large portions, you can't…read more go wrong with the taste of Thai, and all the tables always full, great family service, and business. We went with 8 and within 40 minutes we all had our dinners.. Was fabulous, and great atmosphere... Highly recommended...

Pho! This Vietnamese noodle-based soup is right up there with the more trendy and expensive ramen…read morefor me. Finding a decent restaurant serving this personal favourite is always a find, and it's good to know we now have a go-to for pho in Chemainus. As usual, I started with salad rolls ($5 for two) to really get my rice noodle fix, and these were delicious, perhaps the best I've had. The pho with rare beef ($9.50 or $2 more for large) was good, but I've had better. The stock had good flavour and there was plenty of thinly sliced beef. However, the accompanying jalapeño peppers didn't give it the kick I usually look for with red Thai chilies, and the cilantro leaves, which I'd never seen offered before, were left on the plate since I prefer the soup with basil leaves. For my taste, the peppers and basil are key to my enjoyment of this fantastic soup. Friendly service. This is a lunch destination for tour buses, so expect a possible wait and a loud crowd during tourist season.