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!

This place is small so expect a 30 minute wait. They don't have outdoor seating so the bigger…read moregroup was probably 4 to 6 at max. Food was fine. Service a bit lackluster (forgot to bring jam and needed to be reminded). You can park on the street or in the hotel parking lot.

based on other yelp reviews, i had bookmarked this as a place to potentially stop into while in the…read morevicinity. it turned out i was in sechelt today and decided to get something to go. there are lots of really great sounding options on their menu, from bowls to bennies. i chose the harvest bowl and can say was no disappointed. even though i took it to go, it was quite tasty, was an ample serving size (has essentially left me full for the better part of the afternoon) and really good ingredients. the service was also positive in terms of the cashier telling me approximately how long the wait would be and then announcing my order number when it was ready. while i didn't sample any baked goods the case was pretty stocked mid morning and there were definitely occupied tables both inside and out. a nice find for sure!

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

This place is beyond awesome...the food is so fresh and delicious. The atmosphere is charming under…read morethe red umbrellas and the service is efficient, kind and cheerful. I ordered the seafood sandwich and I loved it but what honestly I loved most was the humble house side salad which said it all-the carrots were clearly graded fresh and the lettuce and cabbage and cucumbers and tomatoes were all delicious. I complemented the chefs and they came out and proudly told me that they get fresh food six days a week and took pride and telling me how they prepared the meal. When you can take a simple side salad and make it so startlingly fresh and lovely it tells you everything you need to know about a place.

Excellent burger.. friends had fish and chips.. all delicious.. lovely waitress. Located right near…read morewater and park.

Incredible brunch food and kind service! We went back again because it was so delicious, especially…read morethe bennies. Great quality, fresh, and good coffee too.

Their Smoked Brisket Has No Smoked Flavor…read more Went to the Tidal Cafe for lunch, and sat outside with a beautiful view of the waterfront. My wife ordered the Tidal Bowl with smoked brisket, while I got the Beef Brisket Sandwich, which also had smoked brisket. It's not often you see smoked brisket on a menu for a non-BBQ place, so I was kind of excited for our orders. When our plates arrived, the brisket looked great and the pieces were generously thick. I couldn't wait to dig in. Then disappointment hit. The smoked brisket had zero smoke flavor, and the fat wasn't fully rendered. In fact, it was kind of chewy, which together with a lack of flavor was a sure sign it wasn't smoked long enough. To add insult to injury, my sandwich had a strong mustard smeared on the bread which overwhelmed what little flavor the brisket had. When I mentioned all this to our waitress (who was quite nice, btw), she sheepishly responded "Yeah, I'm a mustard kind of girl, so I like it like that." My wife liked her meal, but overall, I don't think Tidal Cafe understands how smoked meats should be done. Also, why is there a bar & a bar stool in their one-toilet bathroom??

it's been a long time since I've had such a nice meal off…read morewith an appetizer the main course was all I could eat and absolutely fantastic then to top it off with a huge dessert $39 for two of us Almost impossible to go wrong

While awaiting the 10:30am ferry we walked in from the car line-up. The orders arrived fairly…read morequickly though I was a bit confused about when our water would come and how to get refills of coffee. There was only one gal running in and out to bring food and clear tables. The meals were truly great I thought as far as being full with good portions and properly cooked as asked. I mean nothing really special but all really good basic stuff. Like homemade on steroids! I didn't like the first table we picked as it was uneven and rocked, spilling sloshed liquids on the table. I think there are no handymen or even handy ladies left nowadays. The atmosphere was laid back but not too backwater. There was an outside area too. For some reason I didn't realize the restaurant was going to be right at the terminal suddenly as you arrive. I imagine they do takeouts for those whose scheduled departure doesn't leave enough time for sit down meals. The ferry to Sultry Bay has a minimalist cafeteria , if even that. Grab the good food first! We're were all happy. Coffee was good.

Felt like a cabin. We were there around 3pm and it was pretty quiet except people coming in for…read moretheir order to pickup. All the deco in this place has something to do with Ravens. The food, especially the clam chowder, was delectable. I will try their Raven cream ale next time..

This is the "fine dining" restaurant of the two located on Texada Island. I dined here an number of…read moretimes while visiting friends on the island. Nice atmosphere, lot of exposed wood. The best dish is that I had was the halibut and fries (regular fries, not poutain). The dumplings and spicy sauce served as an appetizer was also excellent. I did try the steak (choice of one) one night, that was a disappointment--small, dry and a bit tough. This is a place to have fish, not beef. I heard from my friends on the island that the former chef that ran this restaurant located to the mainland, and the food has gone slightly downhill. Wish I could have tried the place under the former chef. If I return to the island for a visit, I will eat here again.

We found a great brunch spot before starting our trip!…read more We were in Nanaimo looking for a nice brunch spot before starting our Vancouver Island road trip, and Gabriel's Gourmet Cafe really hit the spot! We liked how easy the ordering system was. You pick up a menu, choose a table, decide what you want, and then order and pay at the counter. They give you a number, and they bring your food and drinks to your table. It's straightforward. The fresh, local ingredients stood out, and we would recommend this place if you want a tasty and filling meal. The portions were just right for our big appetites. The atmosphere was so relaxed we almost wanted to stay longer. We'd recommend starting the Nanaimo road trip here. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 (hybrid-service) Kids: 3/5 Presentation: 2/5 Parking: Metered street parking is available throughout the surrounding neighbourhood. Tips: * Inside & outdoor seating available. * Great stop before heading out to explore Vancouver Island. * They have G/F and Vegan options. Would I Return: Yes

Yes, this is the place to eat. I had the hash, which did not appeal in writing but it was popular…read moreso....... Well, I loved it! In fact I spread it out more on the plate just for a good look to try and duplicate it. It was more attractive at serving but I had already dived into it

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.

Fantastic food! We came on a cruise excursion so the food was preselected and family style. While…read morethe regular meal service would be certainly different, the quality of the food and presentation was excellent! We loved the black sable fish with miso! Don't miss dessert, incredible brownies and ube cheesecake!

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!

If your looking for oysters, this is your place. Fantastic cozy little restaurant with a variety of…read morefresh seafood options. All reasonably priced and properly portioned. We ordered 6 oysters, (the sauces were amazing), broiled oysters, 1/2 lbs clams, tuna wontadas, shrimp sandwich, and a Cesar salad. It's a small place and it gets busy, we went at 4:45 just after they opened and it was full. Waited 20 mins and was seated. Go early! Ps the lamb kebabs are no longer on the menu. They are old yelp pics.

We had to wait a while to get a table but it's understandable why it's a popular restaurant. We…read morestarted with the baked oysters which was full of flavor. Then we enjoyed the Crudo which was especially fresh. Service was quick.