The weather is warming up and after a morning of yard work, it was time for a cold one with lunch…read more Ordered the Deep fried pickles, Black and Blue Salad and the Plain Jane Burger along with cold beverages. The deep fried pickles are always good and crispy (we already ate 4 of them before taking a pic), this was the first time having the Black and Blue salad with chicken (absolutely delicious and filling, there was enough for two), and the plain Jane Burger is always good and fills the craving for a good burger. The service and atmosphere is great.

English style pub is a cut or two above the rest, thanks to good food and a helpful staff…read more THE ROSES: If you're an Anglophile, Fox and Hounds is a great pub to visit. Wonderful olde English atmosphere. Very good selection of beers on tap. Staff is very helpful in setting up patrons with dishes that allow for dietary restrictions (like gluten intolerance). What I particularly liked is that they were able to make fish and chips for me that was panko breaded rather than battered. I know battered fish and chips is the 'English' way, but few restaurants this side of the Atlantic get battered fish right. All too often it's too much batter, or the fish is really greasy. I didn't feel like taking a chance, so the kitchen breaded my fish and it was really nicely done. The bread pudding is also a standout. THE THORNS: None worth mentioning. THE VERDICT: Fox and Hounds is one of those rare pubs that puts as much (or more?) thought into their food as they do their beer. It's a wonderful 'little bit 'o Britain' in the quiet backwater town of Ladysmith BC Highly recommend!

Great service nice portion sizes and awesome view of the golf courses. Rachel and the staff are…read moreawesome

We eat there at least once a week. The staff is very friendly and helpful…read moreWe found it a little noisy in the beginning but they have put up baffles which has really help. The food in fantastic and plentiful.

I was only in town for three days, but ended up coming to this lovely restaurant twice during my…read morestay. Apparently the owner chef has been there for more than 10 years. The food quality was outstanding and service was top-notch. I highly recommend.

We came here for the Reuben and were not disappointed! Thankfully we decided to split the sandwich…read more(with fries) and added the Little Gem salad. Wow! What a great combination and great flavours! Plenty enough for lunch for two people. The meat on the Reuben was so juicy and flavourful and the Little Gem salad was amazing. We throughly enjoyed our meal. The service was great; quick, friendly and welcoming. I would definitely come here again when back in Nanaimo.

The only reason I said maybe is it has quite a limited type of menu obviously it's English/British…read morefood, which has its highlights but I find it's more like comfort food, which is great for the rainy cooler season. If you don't get attacked by the wasps in the late summer the outdoor picnic table area is sensational. Give it a try just be aware of the menu and it might just be your cup of tea ha ha

While staying nearby at the Tigh Na Mara resort, the hubby and I saw an advertisement for the Black…read moreGoose Inn. It was so intriguing that we decided to make the five minute drive next door, just to have lunch. Set near the water on the local resort, the restaurant looked like a converted mansion from the olden days, so it was real treat for me. All the windows were open which provided a nice cool summer breeze (so effective that we had to wear our jackets). There was also plenty of picnic table seating outside, and quite a number of folks chose to brave the winds to eat there. The hubby eventually settled on the generously sized Mac and Cheese while I went for the equally generous portioned Popcorn Shrimp. Between the shrimp, house salad and fries, it was a very satisfying meal. The shrimp claw and fries were deep fried just right, and I had enough house salad to feel like I was trying to be healthy. I tried a bit of the rich and creamy mac and cheese (mouthwateringly delicious), and I felt the portion was big enough and rich enough for two meals. It felt like it was good value and portioned pub food for the price you pay. If you are staying at the nearby resorts in Parksville, definitely worth a trip there!

Very authentic British Pub, a very warm and cozy atmosphere!…read moreNever had a bad meal, so good! Servers have always been friendly. I always go here when in the area. Wouldn't miss it!

The place is cute, but your really paying for the ambiance. The food is very average, the beef dip…read morewas more like heated up deli meat and tough to chew, and my partner had the burger and described it as so greasy is kept sliding out of the buns. The service is friendly but if you're not willing to wait you'll probably have to sit inside on a nice day.

Stopped again this spring with friends from Manitoba and as usual didn't disappoint. Had bbq prime…read morerib sandwich which you could cut meat with a fork, very tasty ,fish and chips were excellent as always. Thank you again for a great ending to a perfect day . Don't forget to order a Cesar love them.

From the owner: Canada's first and only local Rumhouse, the Highwayman Saloon proudly offers more Rum choices and…read moremore Rum based recipes than anyone else on the Island... V.I.'s home of Booze, Blues, and Ocean Views has been the local favorite watering hole for over a Century... The room has an atmosphere like no other and the friendly staff & management add to the comfortable, welcome feeling you will notice on your first visit. Our Menu offers many reasonably priced items all made in-house using as many locally sourced quality ingredients as possible. We are proud of our home cooking, but the only way you are going to know is to try it for yourself. With a reservation of 4 or more we will prepare a Special Dinner prepared just for your party, tailored to your request, and served as if you were at your moms. Some examples are baked ham, pork chops, or prime rib... all cooked to perfection with the sides of your choice like scalloped potatoes or baked beans, served to your table on platters for

A good spot for a meal, the biggest selling point being the views. The food was fine. We enjoyed a…read morecouple hours here during a lunch in August. PARKING Parking was tight but there was turnover and everyone in our group got a spot without waiting. THE WAIT No wait for a group of 12 at 2pm on a Sunday of a long weekend in August. Our table was on the patio, with beautiful views. Note - no dogs allowed on the patio. THE SERVICE Our server was fast and super friendly. THE FOOD * Kids butter noodles and chicken tenders/fries - 4 stars. Kids loved them. * Hemingway cocktail - 3.5 stars. Light, refreshing, quite sweet. * Caesar salad with shrimp - 3.5 stars. 3 pieces of shrimp that tasted very fresh. Dressing was quite heavy. * Ruben with Poutine - 3.5 stars. good but light on the meat. A lot of mayo. Bread was quite oily.

Excellent atmosphere, prices, service and the best Yorkshire pudding I've ever had. Highly recommendread more

ed cool place great atmosphere and great food service was fantastic. We had a great meal and great…read moretime will come back.

We had an absolute blast at Crown and Anchor on Saturday night! The live music was fantastic, and…read morethe atmosphere was electric. It's such a fun place to be! We loved every minute of our visit and can't wait to come back for more. Great music, great vibes - what more could you ask for?

Wonderful place. We had the Apple Pecan salad and the Fish Sandwich. Both were delicious. Lots…read moreof locals here too which is always a good sign.

I've been hearing about this sweet little off-the-beaten-path for years, and finally made time to…read morevisit with a friend a couple of months ago. Now, it's become a regular haunt when it's a nice day and I'm in the mood for some good pub food, a tasty cool beer and, oh, an impeccable view over a picturesque Skagit field towards towering Mt. Baker. This place is just about perfect! The food here ranges from pub favorites like wings and burgers, to fresh oyster shooters, to tacos, salads, and some delish house-smoked barbeque. They're also known for Friday prime rib nights, which I haven't enjoyed yet but it's on my list. The service here is super friendly. I've been three times this summer and one of the bartenders already recognizes me! It can be a little slow getting served on busy nights, so I recommend ordering as soon as you can if you're hungry. Otherwise, just settle back with your beer from their amazing taplist (or a cocktail from their full bar), enjoy the view from their vast outdoor patio, and take it all in before the rainy season returns.

Food was really hit or miss for me and they only do share plates/tapas so I don't know how much I'd…read morewant to come back. The Mahi Mahi was incredibly tough and I couldn't chew through some pieces. The beef tartare didn't taste like much like beef. The drinks are ok. The cafe is cute in the summer time so I can see it being a nice spot to hang out with a drink and friends!

New pub along the tip of Howe Sound…read more Parking is plentiful thanks to the city owned lot nearby. The place is new and modern. There is a nice SE facing patio as well. Not sure why, but the entire venue smelled strongly like vinegar, which was quite irritating. The ventilation inside is quite lacking. Worth mentioning as it may be too much for some. Staff are friendly. Friends and I decided to try the whiskey sours (Sealy Dan) as per Elizabeth Z's recommendation. They are absolutely fantastic. So good that we all had to have a 2nd round. I think it's the amaretto that makes everything go together so well. Will be back to try their food at some point. Recommended.