I had scouted out this place and it didn't disappoint. We didn't have a reservation but got lucky…read moresince a table was just being cleared. Absolutely delicious beet and greens salad, perfectly baked pizza, and friendly service.

We ordered takeout pizza and they were delicious. The portions were generous, and the leftovers…read morewere great the next day.

Great wood fired italian pizza. I discovered this place by…read moreaccident looking for a honey farm that was nearby. As it turns out we were hungry so I stopped in and we had that vegetarian pizza.. It was remarkably good so it came back a couple weeks later and tried some of the other varieties. Well, worth it

Three different times I stopped for take out & all were lovely supper experiences. My friend & I…read morereally enjoyed the pizza from here (a first for both of us in 2025 during the Cowichan Valley Dine Out event meal features). I also ordered pick up for just myself another time. Lots of dessert & pre-made meal choices. Even if you're just stopping for something to drink, you'll enjoy browsing through the little shop. They're focused on Italian specialty items but have a mix of other goods there too. Staff are always friendly & are very patient with my packing logistics so I can carry everything myself while using my cane. There's seating inside & on the patio. I'm yet to go early enough in the day to enjoy the patio or on a nicer weather day but I do appreciate the very sturdy ramp up to the restaurant/shop doors & patio. Decent amount of parking too. Quick to drive to from Duncan & I first noticed this place when I took Lake Road for different views. Immediately off the main road but pay close attention to google maps (or whatever you use) when you're driving to the restaurant. As you see the sign & restaurant after you should be slowing down to turn into driveway. By my third visit, I knew what to look for & I didn't have to circle back. Looking forward to stopping here in 2026 & trying more items off the menu.

Delicious pizza, cool spot, fast for the crowds, also quite accommodating for vegan and other food…read moreallergies.

After so many good reviews. We were excited to try a place thats been on our list for years…read more Our airbnb host suggested we phone in our order so it's a faster pickup. So thats what we did. 2 pizzas and a beet salad. It was a good tip because we still had to wait a bit. The giftshop/ cashier area was charming. The woman on till was friendly. The vibes outside eating area were nice. Cute souvenir options. We picked up some great 0 alc options there aswell. (That adds a star) When we got back to Airbnb the pizzas left much to be desired. To be fair I adore pizza and have high standards. I ate one slice and that was it. The flavour profile was all off. (I ordered the Funghi). My partner ordered the Margherita. His remarks were "well for the location it's at least edible". The beets and goat cheese salad was fresh. So i had a few bites of that. Politely theres not much else to say. 3/4 of my Salad and most of my pizza were composted. We wont be going back for food. Honestly gift shop and bear statue outside were the highlights.

We've had lunch at Cuckoo's once before so we knew pretty much what we were getting ourselves into…read more It's decorated in quite a traditional manner, and currently set up for Christmas. The floors look to be original hardwood, and there are lots of beams and logs to see. I personally love the old style look, but it might not be to everyone taste. The service is quite good, our server especially, although it did seem like one individual was more interested in polishing glasses and not running food or bussing tables. He was a little passive aggressive with another staff member when he did run a couple of plates, came back and said "see that wasn't that hard." Not a good look. The food was quite good, although we felt, this time like the last, it was a little on the expensive side. It is quite a tourist mecca just outside of Parksville so that's likely part of the reason. It's also quite busy so clearly people are willing to pony up. We had the soup of the days Chantrelle mushroom soup. Evidently those mushroom are very plentiful in the area this time of year. It was quite good, creamy for sure, but we would have liked some more noticeable bits of mushroom. We also shared a Caprese salad which needed more balsamic and a little salt. The capers were a nice add. We finished with Margherita pizza which was nicely cooked and finished with fresh basil. Can't believe I am saying this, but there was too much cheese on it and maybe a little shy on the tomato sauce. Peroni beer on tap is a total winner for me. Have been twice, might go again, but likely not.

Our server Savanna ( Auburn Hair ) was outstanding in her personality, and quick service. Food was…read moreoutstanding, had focaccia bread with mushroom sauce over it, very good, Cesar salad also very a had shrimp and pasta platter and seafood with pasta platter. Both feed 4 people with leftovers to take home. Service, quality of the food makes this a must add to your dinning choice.

Such amazing food and customer service. Definitely recommend this place for amazing pasta and good…read morevibes!

Terrible foods! It is not even authentic Greek or Mediterranean style of cuisine. Hummus was…read moreextremely salty. Beware for people with high blood pressure. The calamari was filled with lots of sauces, perhaps it is covering the smelly taste of seafoods. It is definitely not fresh. In addition, there is lots of thick cream & butter in Masala chicken. It feels like heart attack. We been to Greece & this is definitely NOT authentic. I would NOT recommend anyone to this restaurant!

We had a fabulous dinner at Buono Osteria; easily one of the more memorable meals from our visit!…read more The evening started with the burrata, which was fresh and creamy but could've used a bit more seasoning to really shine. The roasted vegetables were simple, well-prepared, and a nice complement to the starters. The scallop risotto was a standout: rich, perfectly cooked scallops, and beautifully balanced flavors. I just wish there had been a little more rice...it was more of a small plate than a full entrée. On the flip side, the gnocchi came in a very generous portion and was absolutely delicious; pillowy, comforting, and satisfying. The pear pizza was such a pleasant surprise: sweet and savory, with a thin, crisp crust that held everything together perfectly. We ended the meal with the chocolate torte and amaretti crème brûlée, and both were exceptional: decadent, well-textured, and not overly sweet. Portion sizes were a bit mixed throughout the meal, but the flavors and presentation were consistently impressive. Would absolutely come back!

Reservations recommended! Anytime we've tried to eat here without one, we've been turned away or…read moretold it would be an hour wait! We did manage to plan it right recently and had a fantastic meal! The appetizers were amazing, and the two pastas we tried were delicious! We'd love to come back again!

Pegs has had an amazing run for many years as a safe, comfortable family style Italian eatery with…read moreamazing desserts since 1980s The staff work flawlessly together to make the dining experience perfect and fortunately they need to change nothing to be perfect will always recommend and is always a lunch or dinner choice and preference

Busy and popular place. That being said you get seated pretty fast. The line queues up on the…read moresidewalk and they bring in whoever is next for the table size they have available. We waited only 15-20 minutes on a Sunday evening. Food is solid. Focaccia was good. They have a "build your fish" option - select the fish, select the sauce, select extra sides (for a fee). Butters parmesan fettuccini is included. The wine is all on tap and not very good. Recommend skipping that and getting a cocktail. It's packed pretty tight with tables. Initially I thought our corner tale by the window was not good but I think it was better than being out on the main floor where it was crowded.

This place was hopping! The wait staff buzzing around each other in perfect harmony! I had the…read morecarbonara AMAZING! I ate the whole thing!!. Drinks perfectly made by the most professional amazing ALERIA! Brilliant, 10 stars to her for making our experience memorable and unforgettable. Her Attention to detail spot on! She was born for magnificence in no less of a top notch restaurant- Atmosphere oh so old country perfection- one would swear they were in Taormina A memorable evening- all the very best to il terrazzo

For a city with one of the highest restaurant to population ratios in North America, and for a…read morerestaurant with loads of great social media reviews, I am saddened to say il Terrazzo was a disappointment bordering on rip-off. Dont get me wrong, the atmosphere and table service was excellent and the wine list was also very good, but the food? Not acceptable. Four of us tried 4 different dishes and all of us left half finished plates and no take-aways. Why bother? These dishes were not going to improve with time. There are too many great restaurants to experience in Victoria. I wouldn't recommend this one.

Amazing food, great cannoli's, great service, the owner is a character! El Fresco dining was fun.read more

I don't know whether to rave about the phenomenal food or the exceptional service first. We drive…read moreover an hour just to eat here. We're originally from NY but let me tell you, Nonna Luisa Ristorante beats "the best," most well known Italian restaurants in and around NYC. Hands down. There's no way anyone could possibly leave this place feeling anything other than full, happy, and excited to come back. Like a true Italian family, Nonna's won't let anyone go hungry. We were planning on having dinner here one night but the ferry was late. By the time we pulled up it was already 30 minutes after they closed so we sat in our car parked across the street looking up what other places might still be open. The owner happened to be outside and shouts "Are you hungry?!" They had already cleared out for the night, there weren't people still sitting down eating. But he invited us in anyway. I would've expected our server Carmen to be annoyed because I'm sure she wanted to go home but instead she welcomed us in just like the owner did. We thanked her and apologized but she said "that's what we do here, we take care of people." They even gave us a free desert since we were celebrating a birthday. Come here because you're hungry, come here to celebrate, come here because you don't feel like cooking, come here because it's a random Wednesday... just come here.