I ordered the daily special, which was an eggs benedict featuring vodka-infused bacon. I ordered at…read morethe counter, and since it was a weekday, the service was quick and the cafe wasn't too busy. The caramelized onions were exceptionally flavorful--so delicious! The biscuit was perfect--buttery, fluffy, and nicely crusty on the outside. The hollandaise was also quite good. However, the eggs were a bit overcooked for my preference; the whites were solid and the yolks were mostly set rather than runny. Overall, it was a very flavorful meal, and I will definitely return when I'm back on the Sunshine Coast

First glance at the menu here and you realize it's not unique breakfast/brunch items you haven't…read moreseen before, but it's the quality they put out compared to other local places in Sechelt. Opting for the Basted Basic, you can't mess up a solid plate including a nicely sized biscuit, a good portion of bacon, perfectly poached eggs and freshly mashed avocado. Wifey enjoyed her eggs benny, while my son was just happy to receive a squishy pig toy with his Piglet Pack (kids meal). They also have so baked sweet or savory pastries to go as well. There is both limited internal and outdoor seating, so I could imagine how packed it can be at peak hours. Order at the counter, and they'll deliver your items, and bus your own table (one of the workers graciously offered to do it for us).

The food was great, service was good, and the ambiance was that of a small diner. It was packed to…read morethe brim but still good for walk-in. Don't recommend the vanilla iced coffee but the fruit and crepes as well as the sunny side-up egg were fresh!

We are glad that The Hen and Hog Cafe in Courtenay was recommended to us by The Surly Mermaid…read morerestaurant in Sidney. Another café serving excellent breakfast Egg Benedict, Eggs, Bacon, spuds and toast. Coffee was very good. Definitely recommend if you are in the area.

Lovely experience for my vacation. Staff made you feel welcome and great brunch food.read more

We showed up last minute on a Monday; and there was a line out the door…read more With fingers crossed we lined up. The wait wasnt too bad. But definitely worth noting. Inside is quaint and warm. We were seated at the bar where the view is the kitchen. It felt like service with a show! The chefs really knew how to turn out breakfast fast. It was like watching a well oiled machine. My veggie eggs benny was delicious. My partner had the heartwood breakfast subbed egg for bacon. We were both happy with our orders. My only note was that the smashbrowns needed more flavour I'm not a ketchup person... But needed it desperately for the smashbrowns. We would definitely go back. The food was fresh and fast. The staff were hospitable and we were glad to have stumbled upon Heartwood.

My favorite breakfast place in Sechelt. Good food, fast service, casual diner atmosphere…read more Consistent and reliable.

Walked in as tourists passing through, hungry for brunch and tired of fast food restaurants…read more Parking was tight in the area. We were allowed to sit wherever we wanted. Our server was a family member of the family owned business and boy was she really nice. She filled our travelling water bottles with ice and fresh water for the road trip to Earls Cove, then helped us through ordering a build your own breakfasts kind of deal as we wanted eclectic items. The overeasy eggs - while normally pretty basic by short order standards - were actually done perfectly. No greasy fried bits showing just perfect circular eggwhites and yolks. The sourdough toast was simple but tasted thick and "meaty" with just the right amount of butter. Yes, sounds silly to nail down superlative descriptions for basic toast, but hey, it seemed like everything had that home cooked vibe about it where food is made with care and concern. The pancakes were beyond basic as one member of my family who loves flapjacks noted the fluffy texture and classic taste perfection. The indecisive one of us finally asked for a burger and mashed potatoes at 10:30am. No problem was the reply. Our daughter dug in immediately at its serving and again, all smiles and dripping juices. Coffee was totally adequate, refills consistent, and the tea was hot. Price was so very fair other than we tipped too high perhaps being so tickled pink having expected more of a greasy spoon experience. And that it was not.

Breakfast was included with our hotel stay, so of course we are going to take advantage of it. Edie…read moreRae's Cafe is a very small place that serves breakfast and brunch with limited hours. It's inside the Old Courthouse Inn, which is a place you should stay in Powell River. Built in 1939, it's decorated in that era, and it's fantastic in my opinion. The restaurant has a series of photographs that are black and white on the walls, and are not to be missed. The service was prompt and attentive, although to be fair there were only two tables occupied. The food is straight forward, well cooked, tasty and comes out promptly and hot. Bacon and eggs, potatoes and toast along with tea, nothing better in the AM for us. Would most definitely stay at the hotel again and enjoy their breakfast!

Charming little cafe set within The Old Courthouse Inn. You can enter from the front or back…read more(parking lot area) of the historic old building. We decided to sit at the patio to enjoy the warm weather. There is a swing at one side which is fun for both adults and kids. Our server was fantastic! Friendly and very accommodating. Some of us were sharing dishes and he managed to get the orders right and came with extra plates and napkins etc. I shared an eggs Ben (Figgy Linda) and small pancakes (Chase's cakes) with my friend. It was the perfect portion to try the egg Benny and pancakes. The food was very yummy and well executed with fluffy soft pancakes and runny yolk for the eggs. If you like history, go inside and explore. There's even a resident ghost playing the piano every hour. Unfortunately I didn't get to hear it.

I rode from Vancouver to Brackendale to try the hot chocolate festival…read more The tiramisu hot chocolate is the best so far. Nice rich flavour, some peppery notes, and the cookies compliment it well.

The Crabapple Café feels like going home for weekend bruch.  The kind you don't overthink, you just…read moresit down, order big, and trust the room. It's rustic in that honest, country way: wood, warmth, and a smallish-town Squamish vibe that makes you slow down whether you meant to or not. The location does half the work for the ambiance, the rest comes from the feeling that someone actually cares about feeding you well. This is home-cooked brunch with intention. Portions are generous without being sloppy, and every plate feels thought out, like it's been tested by real people who eat breakfast for a living. The pancakes are the headline act--huge, fluffy, unapologetic, and exactly what you want when you're leaning back in your chair wondering if you should order another coffee or surrender to a food coma. And if the night before got a little loose, the double Caesar is a public service: bracing, restorative, and delivered without judgment - oh my aching head. What really seals it, though, is the staff--genuinely welcoming, on their game, and clearly proud of the place. The Crabapple Café isn't trying to be trendy or precious. It's just very good at what it does. A must-try in Squamish, especially if you believe breakfast should be comforting, filling, and a little bit healing. This is not our first time, and definitely not our last. The cafe has become our way station before heading up to Whistler. CHEERS!!!

What an amazing place and a great meal! Their Happy Hour specials are fantastic, and the regular…read moremenu equally amazing! Their cocktails are done very well, and even their mocktails were delicious! The service here was on point and the view of the harbour is a great touch. It's a nice open space with a market and artist showcase as well. We will be back for more!

I had the half sized seafood chowder and half sized Caesar salad on my visit. The seating and wait…read moreservice was super quick, with both dishes served at ideal temps. The Caesar salad was shockingly good - easily one of the best I've tried. The Presentation was eye catching and the flavours excellent. 9/10 The seafood chowder was amazing - served in a pottery/glazed dish, it was also lovely to look at. The chowder came with a beautifully cooked slice of salmon - served rare/medium rare at that perfect level of a buttery texture salmon needs. The scallops were so delicately cooked I almost forgot they were scallops (the norm is often chewy/firm). 10/10 The restaurant faces the marina so the view is great rain or shine. The windows are floor to ceiling and really open the space to the water. The staff and servers were outstanding - I felt cared for not bothered. Water was always filled and check-ins frequent but not intrusive.

Hidden gem Very happy with food and service…read more Great place for brunch or lunch. Will be back my next trip to town

The best breakfast I've ever had. I first experienced it back in January 2023. Came back from…read moreAlberta to experience it again and I still stand by my review. All staff were very friendly and I definitely am satisfied with the service.

My favourite place in the Comox Valley for an always outstanding breakfast or lunch. Cozy seating…read moreinside or on the dog friendly patio. The food and service are consistently excellent. The harbour / marina views from the patio are nice too. Sometimes there are small lineups but it's worth the wait.

The Tidal Cafe was an awesome eatery for brunch. Although there was only one cook at the time it…read moredidn't seem that long waiting for our Bennys. I reckon it's because the Seaside Caesars and perfectly spiced mimosas had something to do with it. But it was worth the wait. Edith and the staff were very friendly and recommended what were her faves. Looking forward to the next time I'm here in this beautiful and breath taking valley. Mahalo CPT Blythe

Stopped again this spring with friends from Manitoba and as usual didn't disappoint. Had bbq prime…read morerib sandwich which you could cut meat with a fork, very tasty ,fish and chips were excellent as always. Thank you again for a great ending to a perfect day . Don't forget to order a Cesar love them.

From the owner: Canada's first and only local Rumhouse, the Highwayman Saloon proudly offers more Rum choices and…read moremore Rum based recipes than anyone else on the Island... V.I.'s home of Booze, Blues, and Ocean Views has been the local favorite watering hole for over a Century... The room has an atmosphere like no other and the friendly staff & management add to the comfortable, welcome feeling you will notice on your first visit. Our Menu offers many reasonably priced items all made in-house using as many locally sourced quality ingredients as possible. We are proud of our home cooking, but the only way you are going to know is to try it for yourself. With a reservation of 4 or more we will prepare a Special Dinner prepared just for your party, tailored to your request, and served as if you were at your moms. Some examples are baked ham, pork chops, or prime rib... all cooked to perfection with the sides of your choice like scalloped potatoes or baked beans, served to your table on platters for