Emily is OUTSTANDING. michelin star service, she was the vehicle to the entire vibe of the night…read more it was saturday night, eve of mother's day and it was PACKED. we happily waited because there is a lot to do at hotel zed, including arcade games and a sunken-lounge area with a ton of games. i would rather wait for a meal cooked with love and support local over something ingenuine in a beautifully historically rich town like Tofino. coming to hotel zed, ROAR- you will be IMPRESSED. mahalo nui to emily and everyone at hotel zed for making my family and i feel so welcome and happy!

We enjoyed this place!…read more Wonderful service, great portions, nice plant based and vegetarian options. Beautiful open kitchen. Thoughtful menu. The ambiance is clean and bright, nice for a comfortable yet elevated dinner to catch up with friends or loved ones. We'll definitely be back.

Only one thing- This place absolutely needs more review!…read more They have some of the mean bowls and we ended up trying two of them. Salmon and Kale, Pachamama bowl. 5/5. The squash, beetroot and kale were steaming hot from Pachamama. Thanks for adding shaved Brussels sprouts. That's my new favorite now. Salmon was cooked to perfection. Chips and Salsa didn't feel freshly made but still were surprisingly perfect that our kid gobbled it all. Just right seasoning ( which have been hit and miss in all other places for last couple of days) We also had vanilla and affogato. Parking- no dedicated parking lot. Street parking or public parking is the only option. Place is open till late and had definitely had lot of late nighters drinking. We ordered one drink - hibiscus margarita. It was well made. The service was quick and we saw dishes going out one after another too. The playlist this evening was the best part of our dinner! We were vibing at the songs loved by us 80s/90s kids. Thanks for playing all those songs I haven't listened in two decades. Only missing was a little space to shake our legs and dance away. Hope I get to return to try out more. If you are looking for restaurants in Tofino, please do stop by! I recommend it as a must try while you are here. P.S. I took the zoomed in photo of the bowls to give it a try in my own kitchen

Man, I had such low-key expectations for this place and it's solidly delivered. What a fun great…read moresummer vibe chill Tofino hangout burger place. I also tried the tacos and they were delicious but those burgers damn seriously remind me in the best way of In-N-Out. Something very classy and simple about them. Love the fire pits in the chill vibe of this place. All the locals are eating here no matter the day everyone clearly loves this hangout. I recommend trying to swing by it if you're in town.

Had delicious Ling cod tacos, and my wife had the seafood chowder. Both were delicious. Quick and…read morepersonable service. This place is a shack at the Pacific Sands Resort. Ate at the picnic table by our room with the ocean in the background. Will definitely return for lunch tomorrow.

Went for breakfast in a Friday morning, not busy at all! Large breakfast sando, really hit the spot…read moreafter a morning run. Coffee was great too.

Great pizza We devoured the pizza. The only thing is that…read morethere are no gluten free options but if you don't have any allergies this is a amazing place to visit

Absolutely delicious pizza!!! Must try this place if you are in Tofino, British Columbia!read more

This place was pretty awesome. Order at the counter and they call your name when food is ready…read more Some picnic tables surround the area for easy seating. Came on a Monday in June around 6:30 and were able to order quickly and food also came out quickly. Got the fried fish tacos, pulled pork poutine, kids burger, and cod fish and chips. Fish tacos were topped a tasty pico de gallo, son liked the poutine fries, other son enjoyed the burger, and my fried cod was pretty good--crispy coating though it did tend to fall off a bit. Save the receipt and get 10% off next door at chocolate tofino gelato. Would def be back!

Went for the one piece fish and chips and shared a small bowl of chowder. Fish was hot, fresh,…read morecrispy and moist. Not at all greasy. You get LOTS of fries so the one piece is a hearty meal. Chowder is as packed with seafood and delicious as well.

Waterfront bakery specializing in pie but also serving breakfast and lunch with a variety of baked…read moregoods. I visited a few times during my stay in Tofino. In general the food was great and the staff was friendly (one barista that I dealt with was not very enthusiastic but they seemed like they were just really tired). The setting is beautiful! There's ample patio seating, and whether you sit inside or outside you get a beautiful view of the water. Curried cauliflower handpie: A fantastic savoury handpie with a flaky crust and a flavourful vegetarian filling. Some handpies are kind of flat with not a lot of filling but that was not the case here. It came with a mango chutney for dipping. Chocolate quinoa cake (GF): When I was choosing a dessert when I went here for lunch, I felt like I should get pie, but this cake looked so good and I did not regret trying it. Really fudgy and rich. Fantastic cake that definitely did not suffer from being made gluten free. If anything, the texture was better than a regular cake. Lemon buttermilk pie: This was the only thing I tried that I didn't like. I wanted to try this one because it seemed unique, as I don't think I've tried a custardy lemon pie before, but it was too sweet for me. The texture was lovely and the little pops of brightness from the berries were nice, but it was kind of hard to get through. Vegan breakfast cookie: Good but basic breakfast cookie with oats, seeds, and cranberries, held together by what tasted like peanut or maybe almond butter. I liked the texture - I'm not sure exactly what it was about it, but it tasted fresher than a lot of breakfast cookies I've tried. Chai latte: Good - I saw them making it, and they use a packaged but good chai concentrate, from Say When. It makes a strong, spicy chai latte that's not too sweet. Tea: They have Mighty Leaf tea which I think is pretty good. I got the green dragon tea here.

Possibly my favorite breakfast of all times! The raspberry scone was life-changing and don't skimp…read moreon the butter and homemade jam! We're going back for lunch tomorrow!! Can't wait to try a piece of pie! Very small with friendly staff - awesome experience!

This is the only vegan restaurant in Tofino. They mostly serve brunch food, but they're currently…read moreopen later (until 8 pm) Friday and Saturday and serve the same menu all day. I came at 11 on a weekday and it was quiet, but I saw them get very busy at other times. Lise's benny was delicious! It wasn't a totally conventional combination of ingredients but it all worked together so well. I thought the hollandaise sauce was so good - it was the perfect consistency, no oiliness. The "tofu egg" was silken tofu with an agedashi-style breading. The breading made it not seem very egg-like to me, but it was good. I loved the spicy chicken nuggets too! I got a side house salad instead of the hashbrowns. The house salad was actually very good and substantial, not just some greens thrown on the plate. I got a golden chai latte to drink. It was made with a golden (turmeric) chai teabag which gave it a more complex flavour than turmeric lattes made with just turmeric. The benny was $20 and the latte was $6.5 (obviously with no alt milk charge). These were some of the most reasonable prices I experienced in Tofino, especially for a full service restaurant and considering the complexity of the dish. My waitress always came by at the right time and was very friendly. I came back later to just buy a sticker (saw they had stickers and meant to get one when I was there for brunch but just forgot), and the person who helped me then was also pleasant.

We went for brunch & I got the Matcha Latte, mushroom calamari, & the buffalo wrap. The customer…read moreservice was great, the girl was super sweet & had great recommendations. The mushroom calamari was so delicious, I wanted to eat it all! & the buffalo wrap was 10/10 & quite filling with the side of fries it came with. This matcha latte was the earthiest I have ever had. It was cold so it hit the spot & the presentation alone was pretty. It's a simple & clean place, the parking situation might be a bit overwhelming in the busier months but loved this place for sure.

Shelter was one of the highlights of our trip. It is located by the water with a beautiful view,…read moreand the entire crew was always on top of everything. It definitely gets busy but it is one of the best restaurants in Tofino. I enjoyed all of their drinks, including the mocktails, and all their food, especially theirs salads, oysters, and steak. Everything was delicious. Jay was a great server and the bar hostesses were helpful and kind. A very pleasant experience overall.

A great spot in Tofino for local beers, oysters, burgers, and a relaxed atmosphere! We didn't have…read morea reservation and came as walk-ins, so we were seated at the bar. While we didn't get a dining room table, the bar seating turned out to be a great experience. The bartender was friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed trying a few beer tastings and ordered some local Tofino beers. It was a fun way to discover some local beers. The highlight was the SHELTER Beef Burger and fries. The burger had the perfect flavour, and the fries were a great match. It was a satisfying meal after exploring Tofino. Tofino is a popular tourist destination, reservations are highly recommended if you want a specific dinner time and a comfortable dining room seat. Walk-ins are still accepted, but you may need to wait for a table or dine later in the evening, sometimes after 8pm. Overall, Shelter is a highly recommended stop in Tofino. Great drinks, delicious food, and excellent service. We just wish we could have enjoyed the same great meal in a more comfortable dinner seat! Food: 4/5 Should Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $60-$70 per person. Presentation: 2/5 Parking: 3/5 Would I Return? Yes ‍