Food scene
This Italian Trattoria is one of our favourite restaurants to visit. Ask for the patio in the summer but it's great wherever you find a spot.
https://cuckooincoombs.com/
72 locals recommend
Cuckoo Trattoria and Pizzeria
2310 Alberni HwyThis Italian Trattoria is one of our favourite restaurants to visit. Ask for the patio in the summer but it's great wherever you find a spot.
https://cuckooincoombs.com/
This is in our opinion the best sushi place in our area. If you love sushi, don't miss the opportunity to take this in.
https://www.nanaimonori.com/
64 locals recommend
Nori Japanese Restaurant
6750 N Island HwyThis is in our opinion the best sushi place in our area. If you love sushi, don't miss the opportunity to take this in.
https://www.nanaimonori.com/
This is a great Asian Fusion restaurant with a West Coast theme. Great value and delicious food. You'll definitely need reservations as this restaurant is always booked up.
http://www.firehousegrillnanaimo.com/
27 locals recommend
Firehouse Grill
75 Victoria RdThis is a great Asian Fusion restaurant with a West Coast theme. Great value and delicious food. You'll definitely need reservations as this restaurant is always booked up.
http://www.firehousegrillnanaimo.com/
This is a great Greek restaurant with an authentic feel. We've always enjoyed our meals and don't be surprised if the owner comes by with a shot of Ouzo.
84 locals recommend
Asteras
347 Wesley StThis is a great Greek restaurant with an authentic feel. We've always enjoyed our meals and don't be surprised if the owner comes by with a shot of Ouzo.
This is a great local Italian restaurant known for it's fresh wood fire pizzas, healthy salads and delicious pastas. A great place to order family style. If you're looking for take out options, their second location in North Nanaimo is a perfect solution to fulfill your pizza cravings.
37 locals recommend
La Stella Trattoria
321 Wesley StThis is a great local Italian restaurant known for it's fresh wood fire pizzas, healthy salads and delicious pastas. A great place to order family style. If you're looking for take out options, their second location in North Nanaimo is a perfect solution to fulfill your pizza cravings.
Coffee Shop
This is a great local coffee shop to enjoy either sitting in or grabbing something on the go.
Serious Coffee Hammond Bay
6357 Hammond Bay RdThis is a great local coffee shop to enjoy either sitting in or grabbing something on the go.
Brüd House
1861 Dufferin CrescentThis is a great local coffee shop to sit in and enjoy.
A great local coffee shop that also serves cocktails in the evenings during summertime. A great place to sit and enjoy a coffee with a beautiful view of Departure Bay
30 locals recommend
Drip Coffee | Social
2835 Departure Bay RdA great local coffee shop that also serves cocktails in the evenings during summertime. A great place to sit and enjoy a coffee with a beautiful view of Departure Bay
This is hands down our favorite bakery in the area. Baked only with the best artisan ingredients, you will not be disappointed. Arrive early to ensure you get your hands on a cinnamon bun and enjoy a cup of coffee on the deck when it's warm out... or bring it all back and enjoy your treats on the dock.
21 locals recommend
Bodhi's Artisan Bakery
5299 Rutherford RdThis is hands down our favorite bakery in the area. Baked only with the best artisan ingredients, you will not be disappointed. Arrive early to ensure you get your hands on a cinnamon bun and enjoy a cup of coffee on the deck when it's warm out... or bring it all back and enjoy your treats on the dock.