4.5 rounded up Full…read moredisclosure, I had very low expectations. I was filling up with gas when this place caught my eye. The first thing I thought was "gas station pizza". Similar to gas station sushi. Something anyone with a brain interacting with taste buds wouldn't do. I also didn't have internet. The connection was spotty so I couldn't check the reviews. Throwing caution into the wind, I went for it. What a surprise! The pizza was incredible. Apparently their pizzas sometime sell out according to some local reviews. I can certainly see why! So good, I got one to go. A hole in the wall location in the middle of nowhere along the Island Highway, Small spot seating maybe 10 inside along with a picnic table outside for some additional seating. Friendly service. More take away than dine in. This may be one of the best pizzas I've had. See my pics. They don't skimp on the toppings. Bonus: they have a liquor license. Recommended

For Pizza like in Italy - Eat HERE in Parksville BC - "You need more pizza"…read moreHave you ever had blue cheese and mushroom (and I think thyme?) with a splash of truffle oil ? - GENIUS Amazing flavor combo ! And let's not forget the CAPRICCIOSA - Tuscan ham, marinated artichokes, kalamata olives mushrooms and mozza - they do not skimp! We didn't know if we wanted a large one with half and half toppings or two smalls - the wise pizza guru serving us said - "more slices with 2 smalls - more pizza" But we thought - did we need more pizza? Pizza guru nodded - "Yes you do" OMG what delicious pizza ! Yes Yes we did !

Giovanni's is split into two distinct restaurants: fine Italian cuisine in the main restaurant area…read moreand a lounge side catering to pizza enthusiasts, like me. What the lounge may lack in outward beauty, that is fully made up for (and then some) with its main course. Done in what I call "Greek Style", the pizza is baked in a pan and has a cupped edge crust that the ingredients come out to meet, with the bulk of the cheese spread on top. Additionally, Giovanni's has developed a wonderful sauce, which is not too sweet. Fresh ingredients and lots of them as well. When brought to your table by Tracey or one of the other wonderful staff, it is a thing of golden beauty. I never order anything less than a large (see photo) because I always want to take some home. Truly one of the top pies on the island. Enjoy!

Great dinner, everyone enjoyed it and the fun server! No photos to protect the guilty!read more

Got take out but it was packed inside. Super delicious pizza, great crust and interesting flavours…read more Friendly staff. Made for great leftovers too during our stay in Ucluelet at a nearby Airbnb.

Ordered last night. Was told to wait 50 minutes for pickup. No problem. Got the pizza after the…read morefront of house staff acting very annoyed that we were there for pickup. I sincerely apologize for being excited to spend money at your business. I should know better. When we opened the box and had a slice, soggy slimy pizza. If you've ever heated up leftover pizza in a microwave the next day, you know what texture I'm talking about. Maybe just a one off night? The place seemed popular so we left a little confused.

Food was great, service was attentive. The restaurant is beautiful and calm inside. I highly…read morerecommend saving room for dessert!

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.

Best pizza on the Coast . My grand kids love the cheese one . I like the Spanish onion and olives …read more Yum .

Oh, how disappointing…read more After a two year absence, we were so looking forward to sinking our teeth into a Pepper Creek pizza again. How things have changed. I noted that there was the unmistakable flavour of a cheap barbecue sauce in the tomato base, as well as some form of hot sauce. These two elements are lamentable on their own, but a disaster in combination if not specifically requested, or anticipated. With each mouthful, all I could taste was the hideously cheap barbecue sauce overpowering the rest of the pizza's toppings. A very, very sad ending to our beloved pizza-eating experiences at the Pepper.

Great food! Take out only, but, given the location, it's a great find. Perfect for…read moretourists/visitors to the East coast of Vancouver Island.

Pizza was good, hot when delivered, and had lots of cheese. Macaroni bites were just ok but do ask…read morefor the free dip when ordering an appetizer. Delivery was faster than promised. We tried it based on a recommendation from a local who gets the gluten-free pizza.

Not what I thought it would be…read more It definitely exceeded my preconceptions. It's right along the Island Highway and hard to miss. Wanting a bite, so in we came. Just simply looking at the exterior, the place appeared to be a pub. The signage says the same thing! I later find out that it's split into two. A pub side and a restaurant side, separated from each other. You wouldn't have guessed that at all. The restaurant side is a bit more upscale and has nicer decor for a sit down meal. Great view of the beach is a bonus! Friendly service and decent food.

We live in Comox but drive the coast highway often and see this as one of a couple of places to eat…read morelunch. Food and service have been reliably good. Portions I judge to be large enough and fairly priced. We are staying nearby for all of June and eating here, alternating with two other restaurants. I believe this business is underrate.