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- WDWenDave1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoIt was our 6th visit to Bayside and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our server was a sweetheart and very attentive. Only complaint was a little heavy on the garlic which we suffered with indigestion from later. ( next time will ask if can go light on the garlic). Nice to know there’s a lovely place we can count on when we want to escape or celebrate a special occasion. Thanks Bayside.More infoBayside Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• Canadian• Nanaimo•4.3
- DGDawnG1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoA beautiful spot for a special occasion or simply an intimate dinner for twoMore infoThe Beach Club ResortPrice: Very Expensive• Canadian• Parksville•4.3
- IIdakVancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews5.0Dined on 13 Sept 2023Our service and food were prompt and delicious and had a great time with friendsMore infoMontana's BBQ & Bar - NanaimoPrice: Moderate• undefined• Nanaimo•4.3
- CSCarrieSVancouver / British Columbia •1 review4.0Dined on 1 Sept 2023Was surprised to realize that any of their burgers can be made with a tofu patty. Really makes it inclusive for non-meat eaters.More infoBin 4 Burger Lounge - NanaimoPrice: Moderate• Burgers• Nanaimo•4.2
- KFKatyF1 review5.0Dined on 23 Aug 2023The service was wonderful, our waitress Kat was the best. We always have a fabtime at OJ's Food was yummy Well done everyone 👏More infoOriginal Joe's Restaurant & Bar - NanaimoPrice: Moderate• undefined• Nanaimo•4.4
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Nanaimo. Our customers recommend Bayside Restaurant and Lounge, Montana's BBQ & Bar - Nanaimo and Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar - Nanaimo
As of September 24, 2023 there are 7 restaurants in Nanaimo. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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