We love this spot and try to go there each time we are in Victoria.... living as we do in splendid…read moreretirement on south PENDER Island....

I have been coming to Lighthouse Pub for the past seven years. This year I noticed a definite…read moreimprovement. The beer is consistently good (I like their IPA best) and the patio is great. But this year the food was noticeably better. My entire party noticed the difference. I really appreciated that we were able to enjoy our meal and then approach the bar when we were ready to leave to pay our tab. Service was excellent. Yes, there are not many choices for dining on Saturna Island. But you will enjoy Lighthouse Pub.

The food was very good and tasty. But I must say Ellie (our…read morewaitress) was fantastic and is a big part of the 5 stars. They have outside deck seating as will as a delightful inside ambiance.

Loved it here! Not only are your views amazing, which includes the water, the camp site, and the…read morepool, but the food was really good! Clearly a local fave, this place hosts many social opportunities, including karaoke and live bands! We came in because it's what you do when you visit Pender! I got the Gourmet Greens (beets, carrots, toasted pumpkin seeds, feta, green onion with red vinegar dressing). This salad was outstanding! Loved the complexity of the flavors and felt super healthy while consuming their drinks! I also got their Microdose Pizza (white sauce, mozzarella, mushroom, goat cheese - subbed for feta - pesto and truffle drizzle). I'm fairly certain they did not add the feta, pesto, or truffle but regardless, the pizza was really good! The reason we were here was because of their wings, specifically their in house made habanero sauce ones. I tried the sauce and was addicted! It's freaking hot but has so much flavor! I was hooked! I also got their Caesar which they pair with Bee Wild Distillery. They use the Nocturne (Black Garlic) vodka. The vodka is super good but kids of gets lost in the drink! Still good! recommend coming to this place! It's great for food, atmosphere, and the views!

We loved our experience here from the zany bus ride to the outstanding service and tasty food. We…read morealso appreciated the quaint atmosphere where children were free to run around on the safe, enclosed yard, near outdoor tables with ample shade. We kept our order simple because our server warned us that the kitchen was backed up (it was busy). We ordered: --small house salad with chicken and bacon --pulled pork sandwich --side of Parmesan fries with garlic aioli It was tasty, pub food and just what we had hoped for. But the service sang--the team was cohesive and collaborative, which meant we got everything we asked for. It felt great to be here. We'll return--now that we know how fun the bus ride is, we are definitely looking forward to more.

very friendly staff and helpful with our selections. Quaint and comfortable atmosphere. Party of…read moresix and everyone enjoyed their meal.

I eat here a few times a year. Best item on the menu is the crab and cheese sandwich. Great taste…read moreand I take half home for later. Good selection of beverages and a nice view Spring/Summer.

Saw this place last year and didn't get a chance to go in. Restaurant Bar is definitely someplace…read moreI'd hang out. Locations a great view overlooking the water. Service was fantastic and both dishes were had were very good. I just loved the corned beef and cabbage. My wife really like the chicken pot pie.

This is straight up pub food, so if you go in knowing what you're going to get, it's a great option…read morefor lunch or dinner. Service was very good, with a wonderful waitress that didn't need a note pad to take our order, and was attentive throughout. Asked for the Fried Clam Strips, and she was kind enough to warn that they weren't fresh but frozen. But they were fried, and exactly what I expected them to be. Burgers were quite large and tasty. I couldn't finish the Southwest Burger with bacon, but it was very good, and my wife devoured her Grilled Sourdough Burger. We both thought the Fries were excellent. Great selection of beers on tap. Don't expect much glamor, but you can expect a hearty, solid burger & fries!

Went it for a FIFA game and had read to "expect tavern food" so I did, but I was pleasantly…read moresurprised to find a deliciously flaky salmon burger on the menu among other very well made items and tons of variety. Also, excellent customer service and a clean dining room! I'll be back!

i was happy to see the Ancient Grain meal on your menu - it was great - one suggestion to the chef…read more(s) - the radishes could be pickled and a little lemon or lime added to brighten it up - i used the lime from my drink!! thank you for the great experience - 8 friends visiting Pender Island for the week and this was a highlight. beautiful setting and great service

We love good food. We travel with our stomachs. This place was way above expectation!…read more Was here on a Tuesday. Turns out Taco Tuesday so ordered one of each and a clam chowder. Everything seemed done with fresh ingredients. Over filled tacos, of 3 types, cod, curried cauliflower, and a chorizo potato. Could not decide which was better. Each were great. Pair that with an excellent clam chowder and it was a hit. You can tell the chowder was made from scratch, no bagged veggies here. Seasoning was fresh. It's a wonderful dinner when it far exceeds expectations, this was one of them. Add in the view and the service and it's a winner. Pender Island of all places. They live well here. Highly recommended.

Stopped at this charming pub-style restaurant on the way to the ferries. The gardens were adorable…read moreand a really cute touch for this tucked-away gem. The servers were so friendly and welcoming, and the chowder is to DIE for. The burger wasn't my favorite, but it wasn't bad; the seafood chowder just really overshadowed it. If you want more than just soup, I highly recommend getting it as a replacement for fries with a handheld. My partner got the beef dip and that was an excellent sandwich, tender and well-seasoned. If you're on your way in or out of the Swartz Bay terminal, this is an excellent stop for a solid meal near the coast with charming decor.

Lovely setting,great food, fair price and great service! Who could ask for more? I would love to…read morecome back if I am here again.

Delicious meal, perfect weather to sit outside, and excellent service. The fish and chips and…read morebutter chicken curry poutine were stand outs. So good!

Standard pub fare with a west coast vibe. Decent potion sizes, and super friendly service makes…read morethis place a welcome stop. Right on the water , the view and ambience cannot be beat. Reasonably priced cocktails again with a twist make this place so unique.

Cod burger was better with each bite - then came the lemon chicken wings which were not as tasty as…read morethey were slightly over cooked to my liking. They went back to the kitchen and a fresh plate was delivered. The server was friendly, efficient and ever helpful. She checked with us but was never in our space unless we asked. There is no finer place to look over the ocean than Maple Bay

A decent place to grab something if you're in the Maple Bay area. A very large pub with a ton of…read moreseating options. Lovely views over the docks. There's a parking lot on the lower part of hill, if you're not lucky to snag the few spots up front. I went here on a night that I just didn't feel like cooking supper & to enjoy the bay views before it got too dark. There was some larger groups eating/celebrating plus a smattering of smaller tables. I didn't notice more than one waitress & occasionally what I think was a manager on the floor serving. I wasn't in a huge rush to order but I do think the was some very long waiting periods to get a menu, get my a non-alcoholic drink and even much longer to be noticed I just wanted to get the bill to leave. I did appreciate that it was delivered warm. It wasn't a slammed place, but I do also understand when a waitress is running on fumes. So perhaps the bartender & manager could step in when when gaps need to be filled (as I noticed there was more tables awkwardly waiting to pay than me). Food was decent helping but nothing I would say was at a wow factor. I only had one meal here but my friends that have stopped here several times had good remarks about their meals. So maybe another stop by when I'm in the area is worth a second shot & enjoy a view to the water.

Cute cottage cocktail bar on the island. First stop on our college girls reunion trip and it did…read morenot disappoint. The ambience is cozy with a little nautical flare. Bar seating & a handful of bar top tables located inside. Self serve water crafts and a whole menu of fun cocktails and light bites with locally sourced items. The So Long Summer was a refreshing drink. The owner chatted with us and gave us the run down of all items harvested today. Blueberries being one of them, score! Definitely a must pop in to start off an island vacation.

Great ambience and drinks. Really fun to sit at the bar and watch the bartender do her thing. Light…read moresnacks, not heavy food items, so beware. We stopped before dinner to grab drinks and hummus plate - it was perfect!