Our large group stopped here for lunch on our way to Tofino over winter break. We got here just as…read morethey opened so scored some great parking right outside (they don't have a lot of spots) and got seated at a long table before they got too busy. Kid-friendly place. They had a wall of games to choose from that kept the kids entertained while we were deciding what to order and as we waited on the food. They had a decent selection of kids meals priced nicely at $9.75 - the kids had chicken strips, mini-sliders, and pepperoni pizza - the mini-sliders were their fave. Beer-wise, flights were purchased to try their offerings. They tasted alright but none wowed enough to be memorable. Food-wise, the fam raved about their yummy chicken wings that was part of the rib and chicken combo. The brussel sprout appie was a bit overcooked/soft and the poutine was ok. Pricing was decent for what you get. Space was clean and comfortable to dine in. Service may have been on the slower end but we weren't in a hurry so wasn't bothered by it. They allowed split billing for our group and there wasn't any extra gratuity tacked on.

I stopped by Alberni Brewing Company during my visit to Port Alberni, and it was a cozy spot with a…read moregreat atmosphere and friendly service. I tried their Loaded Potato Skins, Baked Chicken Alfredo, and Creamy Coconut Mushroom Fettuccine--all beautifully presented and full of flavor. The potato skins were crispy and cheesy with generous toppings, the alfredo was creamy and comforting, and the mushroom fettuccine had a unique coconut twist that worked really well! For drinks, I had the Orange Bridge beer and a Classic Caesar--both refreshing and well-balanced. The only downside was that the portion sizes felt a bit small for the price. That said, the taste and quality made up for it. If you're in Port Alberni and want good food with a solid local brew, this place is worth a stop!

I think they call this a nano brewery It so much fun to be…read morethere it's like a passion project only open Wednesday and Saturday afternoon it seems everybody is know everybody and all love this place Are server was awesome helping us find seats and advising us on beers You feel right at home like you in someone's rec room The funky vibe is definitely part of the charm Don't come here looking for personal space and quiet conversation as you are going to meet and mingle and smile Great off sales and swag also

Mind. Blown. Wha...?! It's in a small section of what (looks to be) an old hotel. The inside is…read morecharmingly disheveled and packed to the rafters with friendly, fun-loving people. Dave Paul (the Owner) is easy to spot as he is quite tall. But even if he wasn't tall, you'd meet him eventually. He's a guy with a career in hospitality and he intuitively works a room with a laid-back fun-loving style and easy laugh. He started with kit home brew years ago, but really began making awesome beer when he went all-grain. The beers are delicious. The merch is high quality (we bought 2 tshirts, we loved it that much). Make sure they're open before you make the trip. But if you do go, don't let the exterior fool you. Dive into the rabbit hole head first. There's a jovial party inside that you don't want to miss.

After 4 years since I've first reviewed Fern and Cedar, they still got that 5 stars! I always love…read morevisiting a spot second time after a few years to see it is still thriving! Since we're from Van we don't get to go here as often as we'd like but wow what a knockout brewery! The interior has gotten even better since the first time we went! The ferns from the hanging baskets above are beautiful, the plants throughout the space give it such an earthy BC forest vibe it's gorgeous. The patio too! What a great spot to post up and enjoy a delicious lunch and some beers. This time I got a non alcoholic Cesar to drink and I loved the garnish of jerky, bean and pickle. My husband got a beer which he loved. For eats we ordered the chowder of course with the side bannock (a must) and the shrimp and lobster lettuce wrap and the broccolini - everything was delish. Service was excellent as always and we will of course be back in a few years I hope if not sooner!

Came in for the meatball sub special, and I must say it is probably the best sandwich I've ever…read morehad. 10/10 will return. Im always a fan of their menu and it all hits!

Great local - new owners. Microbrewing as it should be. Willing to experiment. High risk high…read morereward brewing. Munchies available too. It's now called Rad Brewing. And it is.

Nice selection of beers with great unique island flavours…read more Look forward to trying it again sometime...

Spot on with the brews and food! We stopped at Land & Sea for lunch on our way to Port Hardy. The…read moreinterior is really west coast vibes, high ceilings with a canoe above with wooden accents. We managed to snag a bar table outside in the sunshine and got down to business. It is so rare to see a pickle dip on a menu and being a pickle obsessed connoisseur (yes I've been to pickle fest) I had to order it as an appy. My husband and I devoured it in about 5 mins. Great choice to pair with a salty ripple chip! For our mains, I got the oven baked chicken wings which I give full props on the crunch factor for an oven baked wing. My only qualm was the hot sauce was more like a sweet salsa. Totally fine if that's your vibe but I would maybe rebrand it as abit like a sweet salsa over a hot sauce. When I think wings and hot sauce, I'm thinking something more like a Franks. I also was thrilled when our server asked if I wanted it on the side as the wings stay even crispier if you put the sauce on after and I was so happy she shared this as it was a great reco. My husband ordered the corn nachos and holy moly these were delicious. Amazing amount of toppings and great melted cheese ratio to chip. Slam dunk on these! I would go back simply for these! On the beer side we both loved the Foeder Vienna Lager - so delish. And I loved that they carry Nonnys as I love a good non alc option!

Fantastic experience! The sour beer was delicious, the mussels were amazing, and the staff were…read moresuper friendly and fun. Plus, the music was great! Highly recommend this brewery!

Came in thinkin' I was gonna get a nice cold craft beer on the coast. Instead these savages handed…read moreme a pint that tasted like a raccoon wrung out a gym sock into carbonated cat piss. I don't know what kinda wizard lab experiment they got goin' on back there, but this wasn't beer -- this was punishment. The food was alright, the place looks cool, but that beer?. I've had warm gas station lagers at 2am that treated me with more respect. If you like drinking pine needles soaked in battery acid with a hint of regret, this is your spot. One star.

Decent beer, friendly service and surprisingly nice views…read more This is an above average, but not amazingly good little brewpub in a cute town. The normal selection of beer is a pretty good flight of typical beers. The party wave hazy IPA from the normal line up stood out as both true to the style and very good. Not too sweet either. The featured limited release tap while we were there was the Brewmaster's Keep imperial stout aged on bourbon soaked oak (but apparently not actually in bourbon barrels). That was really fantastic, creamy and with just hints of bourbon sweetness. Our family of four was lucky enough to have the wrap-around table in the window looking out over the harbor and at the mountains, which was a great view. The food was about the same, but maybe a notch below the beer. I really enjoyed the beet, kale and feta salad, but the Reuben sliders my wife got weren't quite as good and the portions were on the small side. They had vanishingly little food for kids and even the "kids mac and cheese" wound up with onions in it and my son didn't eat it. They did make a bowl of plain rice for my daughter which she ate and they ate the chips that came with the Reuben sliders. The service was attentive and friendly the whole time and they had all the beers they had on tap also to go in cans.

A decent walk from downtown Tofino but worth it! The Tofino Brewing taproom has more than a dozen…read morebeers on tap with both classic and adventurous beer. I got a flight of the glowing embers ale, kelp stout, dark lager, and spruce tree ale. Dark beers are usually my favourite, but my favourite out of this batch might have actually been the glowing embers, which was described as a candied smoked ale. The caramelly/smoky combination was great. The kelp stout was interesting - I found it had a slightly vegetal finish but wasn't overtly kelpy. If you like stouts, you'll probably like this. All the beers were very enjoyable. The spruce tree ale and kelp stout are probably the two to try if you want something uniquely local. The Japanese street food truck outside was also fantastic! You can grab food from them and bring it inside the brewery. They also have bar snacks (pretzels, chips) inside. The building is cool. There are front and back patios, a spacious main floor, and a hidden, cozier second floor. The bartender that served me was very friendly. I noticed that the staff was very diligent about clearing tables inside but not so much outside, I saw a table on the patio that had abandoned empty glasses sitting on it when I went out to pick up my food truck order and still there when I left.

Amazing spot for a few drinks. The patios were great and a cozy ambiance. The service was super…read morefriendly and laid back. Bar service was very happy to recommend a few things for our tastes and we got to try some great beers. Aside from the experience I love the commitment this brewery has to sustainment with water care initiatives, partnering with farms to use their spent grain and leveraging hydro power.