This restuarant, in the former location of Quizno's Subs, really irritated me when they shut…read moreQuizno's down, and replaced it with a Sushi restaurant. Man, my card was one short of a free sub. However, this is one of the tastiest sushi restaurants in Parksville, and is modern, and very attractive in their decor. They have an excellent variety of sushi, that is always super tasty. They also are very nice staff. They are very busy around supper time, so make sure you have time to wait for your meal. I try to go there and do a pickup, but usually it takes up to 15 minutes, so you might want to pre-order if you can. Very clean establishment, limited parking.

I was very disappointed in my experience with this establishment. For many reasons. Out group of…read moreeight ordered from here for delivery to our hotel. Our order came without utensils, one napkin, no soya sauce. The food was subpar including the miso soup that tasted like water. We had to eat with our hands. By the time we got our food the place was closed so we were unable to follow up. We took the time to drop in the next day as we paid a large amount of money. We asked to speak with someone. We were told that there was no manager to speak with. The owner was called and he refused to speak with us. It was more than just a horrible culinary experience. It was about the follow up and customer service. I would recommend supporting businesses that treat their customers with respect.

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 ‍

All aspects are wonderful. The food is exceptional and service and ambiance are perfectread more

I was excited to try Sehmii. It had excellent reviews…read more Excellent Chicken Katsu Don. Crispy and flavorful. Even the rice and veg had flavour!! Kind of boring agadashi tofu. A little pale and limp. Not crispy and light but heavy The tempura appetizer was ok. The prawns were tasty but the yam and the other potato were hard and heavy. The exterior will make you want to turn take and run but once inside the staff are friendly. Nothing fancy but it looks and feels clean and comfortable.

Excellent sushi and great variety with the Bento boxes. Excellent value and service. The exterior…read moreis quite deceiving as it's quite cozy and very large inside. We were passing through PA...but we will definitely be back in the future!

The absolute most horrible food. The seafood yakisoba noodles were canned seafood. There was not…read moreone fresh piece of seafood. The salmon sashimi still had skin on it (you'd think a sushi restaurant would know how to cut fish) the chicken teriyaki was mostly old battered pieces of chicken the size of a dime and dry (barely any teriyaki sauce) frozen spring rolls (I'm pretty sure from Costco) the tuna tataki salad was dry (no dressing and uncooked vermicelli noodles. I can't believe I paid $80 for food we barely touched. we just paid and left without a word and will never return. My partner is on point for saying that he wouldn't even feed that food to a dog. It's beyond me how that place is still open. It was a huge sign that at dinner rush there was no one in there.

Everything we have had is really good. Monkey brains and vegetarian rolls are perfect when in the…read moremood for avocado.

Visited Mon July 11, 2016 for dinner…read more Remember the Thirsty Camel? That place closed and Nana Sushi just opened a few days ago. Wow the food here is amazing and deserves 5 stars! Pro - Spider roll - deep fried soft shell crab, avocado and cucumber. Amazing taste and fresh $13 - The 2 chefs pictured here have worked for over 15 years - House salad - amazing and big enough to share $5.50 Con -The patio is nice, but there are unsavoury 'characters' that walk between downtown along China steps. We were interrupted by someone asking for change and someone swearing on the phone better to sit inside. - Tuna and Salman sashimi - the tuna was still frozen, 8 pieces for $10.25 - Not sure I like the name Playboy roll it sounded offensive and didn't order it. Protip Lion King roll - prawn, cucumber, spicy tuna, spicy salmon - wow this tasted amazing $13 Agedasi tofu - 8 pieces of fluffy deep fried tofu, crispy and flavourful only $3.50 Damage 4 items for only $35 pre-tip

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.

Absolutely delicious sushi - the rice and fish were both so soft, fresh and well-seasoned. The…read moreservice was excellent and prompt and the chef and servers were polite, friendly and efficient. I've eaten a lot of sushi in my day, and Bistro Taiyo was by far one of the best!

I was happy with the bento box special and tempura sweet potato! My son frequents Japan and we…read morewanted a little taste of Japan while he visited the island . It's a good bang for your buck. Food was tasty and I will go back for my fix of Japan tastes and Bento.

This is one of my all-time favorite and most authentic Japanese restaurants! I've been coming here…read morefor at least 10 years, and they're always consistently excellent. This time, I stopped in for lunch and had the vegetarian bento, it was amazing. My fiancé had a pork ramen, which is also incredible here. The restaurant is small and cozy, so I'd recommend making a reservation if you're coming for dinner, as it does book up. They're always super attentive about my peanut allergy, I've never had any issues, and they don't seem to use peanuts in the kitchen! I've celebrated birthdays here and recommended it to so many friends and family over the years. It's an absolute favorite, and I'll always keep coming back!

If you find yourself on a Rainy day in Nanaimo, you could do worse than sit down to a bowl of Ramen…read morehere. The soup was very flavourful with beautifully chewy noodles and rich broth. The food is really nice here the service is very friendly and prompt. Lots of ample parking on the street, however, if you need to walk a little there is though a charming courtyard.

My wife loves Sushi, and she thought some of the dishes were great, and others were average…read more The service was pretty slow even though the place was not all that busy.

Consistently good. Prompt service and simple calm decor. Our go to sushi joint. Usually quite busy…read moreon Friday and Saturday nights. Popular for take out.