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Bakeries and Coffee Shops (5)
Bakeries and coffee shops on Vancouver Island
Breweries and Wineries (17)
It's remarkable just how many independent breweries and wineries there are on Vancouver Island. Wine tours and brew pubs.
Farm and Food Production (16)
Vancouver Island food producers, farms and other food producers, farmers markets, cheese makers,
Finer Dining (17)
Finer dining
Pubs and Grub (24)
Every town has its share of pubs and casual restaurants.

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Tyee Village Motel - Port Alberni

http://www.tyeemotel.com/

Comfortable and affordable accomodation at the Tyee Village Motel. Central location in Port Alberni, British Columbia with walking distance to shops/services and easy access to the Pacific Rim Highway

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Shady Rest Waterfront Qualicum Restaurant

http://www.shadyrest.ca/

The Shady Rest waterfront Qualicum restaurant, pub and liquor store on the ocean in Qualicum Beach, BC. Some of the finest dining and views in Oceanside on the west coast.5min north of Parksville, 30min north of Nanaimo

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Port Hardy Inn

http://www.porthardyinn.com/

Most rooms feature ocean and mountain views. The Inn is within walking distance to all that Port Hardy has to offer including shopping, groceries and entertainment. Be sure to check out the Thunderbird Mall, Mickey Finn's pub or Alexandros Seafood & Greek Restaurant and make time to stroll the water front 'Carrot' park. Enjoy your stay in our clean and quiet environment.

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Pink Sugar Cup Cakery

http://www.pinksugarcupcakery.com

Pink Sugar cupcakes in Victoria B.C. are an artisan treats. Made with the freshest ingredients. Ideal for wedding favors, birthdays or any other special event in your life.

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La Piola Rustic Italian Restaurant

http://www.lapiola.ca/

Tucked back next to The Italian Bakery on Quadra Street at Tolmie, La Piola restaurant offers our neighbourhood, and all of Victoria, a taste of rustic Italy for lunch and dinner, without the need to travel downtown. Cucina Tradizionale Gastronomia Locale Fresh, local, seasonal, sustainable, ethical.

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Swans Suite Hotel - Victoria's Art Hotel popular

http://www.swanshotel.com/

10 out of 10 stars (1 vote)

Victoria's boutique art hotel. Spectacular art collection, luxury hotel, brew pub, bistro and wine shop. Infinitely memorable penthouse suite for weddings and parties.

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Batstar Adventure Tours popular

http://batstar.com/

Sea Kayak Tours of Vancouver Island. Our professionally guided sea kayaking, bicycling and hiking trips are designed for busy people who want us to take care of all of the details, including gear and gourmet meals.

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Rebar Modern Food

http://www.rebarmodernfood.com/

8 out of 10 stars (2 votes)

Since 1989, rebar has been serving up the freshest, funkiest and healthiest food on the West Coast. Located in Victoria’s historic Bastion Square, rebar is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Check out our weekly menu specials. Our fresh juice bar offers an extensive list of vegetable and fruit juices, smoothies and super-nutritious wheatgrass concoctions all made right before your eyes!

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The Reef Restaurant

http://www.thereefrestaurant.com

8 out of 10 stars (1 vote)

A Caribbean 'Jerk' Restaurant in Victoria and Vancouver, featuring live reggae, dub and dancehall events

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Fusilli Grill, Dining Room and Catering in Campbell River

http://www.fusilligrill.bc.ca/

8 out of 10 stars (1 vote)

Established in 1994 in Campbell River, Fusilli Grill is a small, Italian / West Coast influenced, outwardly unassuming 56 seat dining room, which proudly conforms to dining room standards established decades ago. Breads, desserts and pasta are made on a daily basis. Salad dressings, reductions, mother stocks, and final sauces are all crafted on premise.

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Acme Food Company - Nanaimo

http://www.acmefoodco.ca/

10 out of 10 stars (1 vote)

Acme restaurant is the downtown Nanaimo meeting and dining experience

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Wild Bistro - Gibson's

http://www.wildbistro.com/

Coffee, Comfort Food, Cocktails, Catering. Casual, comfortable, cheerful atmosphere featuring a ridiculously flexible menu that will satisfy even the most persnickety eater. Gluten-free options available, too! Wicked coffee, generous servings, eclectic music, lots of laughs, and friendly staff. Come join us... we'd love to see you!

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The Superior-Victoria

http://www.thesuperior.ca

Welcome to The Superior, a lunch and evening cafe. We feature a delicious, wholesome "small plate" menu focusing on only the freshest products and ingredients British Columbia has to offer. Whether it is seasonal vegetables, locally produced breads & cheeses or gourmet desserts, our menu is sure to put a smile on your face every time you visit The Superior

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The Great Escape - Modern Indian Food

http://www.greatescape-cumberland.com/

Situated in the historic village of Cumberland in the Comox Valley at 2744 Dunsmuir Ave. Every Thursday is Thali Thursday. A set menu of two curries (with vegetarian option), rice, appetizer and condiments that changes each week. $15

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SPUD.ca Organic Grocery Delivery Victoria

https://www.spud.ca/

Small Potatoes Urban Delivery (SPUD), your healthy grocery delivery service.

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Spirit Merchants

http://www.spiritmerchants.ca/

Independent wine and spirits merchants in Victoria and James Bay

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Silva Bay Resort and Marina

http://www.silvabay.com/

Silva Bay Resort & Marina Catering and parties. Live music. Special events. We're located on Gabriola Island, in the Gulf Islands, near Vancouver Island, south of Nanaimo and north of Ladysmith.

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Saturna Vineyards

http://www.saturnavineyards.com/

Saturna Island Family Estate Winery is the premier winery in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands. We are centered in a unique marine ecosystem which attracts whale watching, kayaking, and diving enthusiasts (See Location Map). Our micro climate is unique to the region, and is described as similar to the northern Mediterranean. We are committed to producing wines of superior style and quality: wines that exemplify our unique terroir and climate.

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Restaurant House Piccolo

http://www.housepiccolo.com/

Award winning European cuisine & fine wines in an intimate setting. Member of "Chaine des Rotisseurs". "Wine Spectator" magazine's "Award of Excellence". Highly recommended by CAA, Fodor's, Conde Nast Traveler, Best Places To Kiss etc. Open for dinner only. Summer patio. Visa, MC, Diners. 108 Hereford Avenue, downtown Ganges...

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Rawthentic Eatery Qualicum Beach

http://www.rawthenticeatery.com

Serving fresh live Vegan foods that are wheat and dairy free. Everything is made on site, from the freshest ingredients and organic 95%. Right on the main street in Qualicum Beach, BC.

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Quw'utsun' Cultural and Conference Centre

http://www.quwutsun.ca/

Quw'utsun' offers all guests an Authentic Cowichan First Nations Experience - Interpretive Guided Tours, West Coast themed Gift Shop and First Nations contemporary cuisine in the Riverwalk Cafe.

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Pink Bicycle Gourmet Burger Joint

http://www.pinkbicycleburger.com/

Gourmet Burgers using locally sourced fresh ingredients, Victoria, BC

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Mount Washington Hostel

http://www.mountwashingtonhostel.ca/

Located right in the heart of down town Courtenay and only a short 20 minute drive to Mount Washington Ski Resort, Mount Washington Hostel is the only hostel in the Comox Valley that offers an in housebar, lounge & restaurant.

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Malahat Mountain Inn

http://www.malahatmountaininn.com/

Take a short scenic drive to the northwesterly edge of Victoria, and discover a magical, romantic hideaway right at your doorstep. Perched 600 feet above Saanich Inlet, our Inn provides every guest with spectacular ocean views and luxurious accommodation. We're truly a naturalist's and a romantic's dream!

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Lefty's Restaurants

http://www.leftys.tv/

Lefty's Fresh Food Restaurants celebrating 10 years of 'fresh', located in Qualicum Beach and Parksville, British Columbia, Canada. At Lefty's we take pride in two lasting philosophies: Fresh Food and Great People. We strive to make each visit something more than just a great meal. We call it the Leftcoast Experience.

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Heriot Bay Inn

http://www.heriotbayinn.com/

Heriot Bay Inn lodgings and restaurant, Quadra Island, BC, warm hospitality, great adventure activities, comfortable accommodations and seaside dining awaits

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Clayoquot Oyster Gala

http://www.oystergala.com/

The Clayoquot Oyster Festival is a celebration of the abundance and beauty of the sea. In Clayoquot Sound, oysters give us lots to celebrate about. On most of the oyster farms in Clayoquot Sound, oysters hang on long lines in the deep, cold waters filtering water to eat and grow. Currently about 50,000 gallons of Pacific Oysters (Crassiostrea Gigas) are harvested annually in the area.

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Charelli's Cheese Shop & Delicatessen

http://www.charellis.com

Specialty Food Merchants and Cheese Mongers. Specializing in locally produced, organic and quality import products; featuring Homemade Soups, Sandwiches, and Salad

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Brasserie L'Ecole

http://www.lecole.ca/

Brasserie L'ecole serves casual French food in Victoria on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Dinner in a cozy room Tuesday through to Saturday. Open from 5:30 to 11 PM

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Avenue Bistro - Comox

http://avenuebistro.ca/

Avenue Bistro restaurant, Comox, Courtenay, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada, causal dining. Serving Comox Valley lunch & dinner with weekend breakfast. Friendly local cuisine welcoming families, take-out, pizza and catering

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Tofino Wine and Food Festival

http://www.tofinofoodandwinefestival.com/

The Tofino Food and Wine Festival began in 2003. It was an idea formed between two foodies who worked in the food and wine industry, at a restaurant set amidst the beautiful Tofino Botanical Gardens

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Tita's Mexican Restaurant

http://www.titas.ca/

TITA’S “slow food” menu is inspired by local organic ingredients and exotic Mexican imports. We’ve built relationships with Farmers and Fishermen so that you can taste the best that the Comox Valley has to offer! Some of our produce is even grown right here in our edible landscape patio garden

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Lady Marmalade

http://ladymarmalade.ca

All day breakfast, all day lunch, Victoria location

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Don Mee Seafood and Chinese Dining

http://www.donmee.com/

Don Mee Seafood Restaurant has been the Heartbeat of Chinatown for over 80 years in Victoria, establishing a tradition of dining passed on through generation after generation.

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Atlas Cafe, Courtenay

http://atlascafe.ca

Atlas Café, in the Comox Valley, is the home of perfectly overstuffed breakfasts, bustling lunches and inspired dinners. It’s where friends and family share laughs, colleagues share ideas, and the entire community gathers to share our passion for great food.

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Epicurean Pantry new

http://www.epicureanpantry.ca/

Plenty is an updated version of the classic general store, designed with a focus on community, sustainability and craftsmanship. At Plenty we celebrate the pleasures of feast and field, yet are conscious of the need to make sustainable choices. We source locally, regionally and farther afield to offer a carefully edited selection of fine foods and simple, everyday objects that join function with craftsmanship and art.

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Peacock Billiards and James Joyce Bistro

http://www.peacockbilliards.com/

eacock Billiards & The James Joyce Bistro in Victoria BC. We are Vancouver Island's premiere venue for playing pool and billiards. We have over thirty pool tables including snooker, carom, eight and nine ball and tornado fosball tables too. We have a full service restaurant, the James Joyce Bistro with cuisine like our tasty Lamb Burger, daily features like steak and seafood dinners, and vegetarian options as well.

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Comox Valley Shellfish Festival

http://www.comoxvalleyshellfishfestival.ca/

This year's 4th annual Shellfish Festival will take place June 19th and 20th, includes gala shellfish dinner, shucking competition and more

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up your media, your vancouver island apple technician

Up Your Media is Vancouver Island's mobile Apple computer specialist. Regularly scheduled service calls to the West Coast, Port Alberni, Duncan, Cumberland, Parksville Qualicum and Nanaimo. Macinstosh computer repairs, training, upgrades and support.