Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Vancouver Island

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best handcrafted cocktails in Vancouver Island? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Atelier by Matt Jackson

4.8

4.8 (339)

CAN$51 and over

French

Sidney

About the restaurant

Atelier by Matt Jackson | Elevated Dining In Sidney.

Marrying approachable elegance with hand-crafted cocktails, a global wine list, and an evocative dining experience, Atelier features French-inspired cuisine informed by the fresh and hyper-local ingredients of the Saanich Peninsula and surrounding areas.

We are fortunate on Vancouver Island to have some of the most incredible organic and local producers in the country and access to some of the world’s best fish and seafood. At Atelier, we draw inspiration from our local producers, fisherman, and farmers to serve you the freshest ingredients.

Top review

Lorraine

Dined today

Delicious short ribs and then lemon pavlova. Thank you Matt and Monique...

Roar

4.7

4.7 (721)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Tofino

About the restaurant

ROAR is a restaurant rooted in rebellion. We honour the rebellious history of Tofino and we proudly rebel against the status quo. It’s the waves crashing and raging flames. It’s the roar of a rebellious nature.

This isn’t like any other restaurant. We cook with live fire, and all of our food and beverage is inspired by the local people, makers and ingredients of Tofino.

Just as you would gather with friends around the campfire, we invite you to get comfy here while we share the stories behind every one of our menu items as the fire roars in the background.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

It was good experience. The food was good. My husband and I enjoyed our anniversary date.

Meraki

4.7

4.7 (20)

CAN$30 and under

Modern European

Campbell River

About the restaurant

Internationally inspired plant based food served in the most wonderful set up. Located in the new Pier 1 building in downtown Campbell River.

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Kyle

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

Great Atmosphere! Lovely Food & cocktail menu. Service was amazing and prices are valued well. Thanks! we will be back

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Experience

Bouquet at table

Match Eatery & Public House - Courtenay

4.6

4.6 (282)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Courtenay

About the restaurant

MATCH Eatery & Public House has combined the welcoming and social traditions of a neighbourhood pub with the high-energy of a lively sports bar. The big game, the family celebrations, or social gatherings with friends... our casual and upbeat atmosphere is ideal for any occasion. Whatever your great night out looks like, we'll match it with our creative comfort food, cold libations and exciting entertainment.

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Patrick

Dined on Jan 10, 2025

Thank you, Match! It was an excellent dinner experience!

Carve Kitchen & Meatery

4.6

4.6 (144)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Campbell River

About the restaurant

Welcome to Carve Kitchen + Meatery, a premium casual dining experience in a bright and inviting space. Specializing in exceptional steaks, our menu goes beyond with everything from succulent chicken dishes to enticing vegan offerings. We’re committed to sourcing ingredients locally wherever possible and cultivate some of our produce in an onsite garden.

At Carve, we create a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere where culinary innovation meets impeccable service. Our modern take on the classic North American steakhouse was designed to be enjoyed by locals and guests alike.

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Steven

Dined 2 days ago

The noise was that 5 (5-7) year old boys walking ( running) thru restaurant to go out patio doors to run around . Several blasts of freezing cold air each time patio doors were opened after8 pm as we were still eating. One had a plastic hockey stick . They weren’t even eating in restaurant. You should maybe consider an age restriction on dinner times especially coming into the lounge/ dining areas . It sure takes away the nice ambiance and fine dining experience with kids (infants) . Something like 12 years and older after 7 pm kind of thing for sitting down in restaurant would be appropriate I’d think? Vijay was our server and was awesome and right on it all night to make sure we were looked after . as the other servers were as well . I’m not an old fuddle dutty (60 years old ) and have adult kids myself so have been a parent with young kids in the passed but took them to appropriate places to eat . I’m sure we will be back as we like to support local businesses. Thankyou .

Bayside Restaurant and Lounge

4.5

4.5 (1043)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Parksville

About the restaurant

Experience West Coast luxury, at the Bayside Restaurant and Lounge. We are proud to be one of Parksville’s premier dining experiences, showcasing the best of local ingredients, sophisticated flavours and graceful service. We are winners of OpenTable's Diners' Choice for 2024 and welcome you to enjoy the fresh flavours of the area created by Chef Justin Feng and his culinary team.

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Robin

Dined on Jan 12, 2025

Never disappoints. 2 of shared 3 appetizers (coconut prawns, pulled pork quesadillas and a small caesar salad) which left room for yummy dessert. Good service, good food and a good view.

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Seafood Chowder

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Chocolate Cake Indulgence

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Mushroom Ravioli

The Beach Club Resort Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

4.5 (218)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Parksville

About the restaurant

Our restaurant sets the stage with bragging rights to Parksville’s best beachfront patio with direct boardwalk access and spectacular ocean views. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, our new menu is so versatile it accommodates all occasions from special celebrations to casual comfort. And with direct proximity to the Pacific Ocean, many menu items feature Ocean Wise seafood (as it should).

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Claire

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely fantastic service, incredible food and presentation. Never disappoints

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Experience

Lunch Dome Dining (11am-2:45pm Daily)

Experience

Dinner Dome Dining - Dome 1 (5pm or 7:30pm)

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Dinner Dome Dining - Dome 2 (5:15pm or 7:45pm)

Timber Room Grill at Crown Isle

4.4

4.4 (162)

CAN$30 and under

Grill

Courtenay

About the restaurant

The Timber Room Bar & Grill offers a deliciously wonderful “gastro-pub” menu in a newly renovated space. From steaks to salmon, teriyaki bowls to tacos, burgers and ribs, our menu has been designed to please all! Family-friendly and open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (dependent on season, please see current hours below). The ambiance is playful and social – full of logging memorabilia, live sports on the multiple screens, great music playing in the background, and a cozy fireplace section. When the weather warms up, the Comox Valley’s largest and most scenic patio overlooking the 18th green welcomes golfers, hotel guests, and local patrons alike. Come for a beverage, stay for a meal.

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Doug

Dined on Jan 11, 2025

Excellent prime rib...consistently good quality. Service was attentive and efficient.

Montana's BBQ & Bar - Nanaimo

4.3

4.3 (224)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Nanaimo

About the restaurant

Montana's BBQ & BAR is a Canadian comfort food restaurant and sports bar that is famous for barbecue cuisine. Enjoy in-house smoked pork ribs, beef brisket, grilled steaks and juicy burgers which are paired perfectly with catching the game. Montana's Nanaimo celebrates fun-to-eat, finger-licking smoked and barbecued comfort food that breaks the 'proper' rules. Located near Lakeview Park & Regional General Hospital in the Northern end of Nanaimo, we are a short turn off of Island Highway North. Experience the fun, casual and unpretentious vibe, where you can laugh heartily, cheer on the game and enjoy your friends and family. We can't wait to serve you.

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Paul

Dined 3 days ago

A severe great food and good service, this place is always busy so be sure to reserve ahead

Sawmill Taphouse

3.9

3.9 (138)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Chemainus

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO SAWMILL TAPHOUSE AND GRILL

WHAT’S ALL THE BUZZ ABOUT?
Pacific Northwest craft beers, forno oven pizzas. Authentic farm-to-table tapas and appetizers in an incredible atmosphere.
JOIN US!

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Robin

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service are always good here - a great place to meet a friend for a 'chatty lunch' - never feel rushed.

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