First time we had been here. Service was very good.However it was cold, inside and they kept the outside door open and we were just freezing.We had the fry bread with hummus, which was fair, the coconut shrimp was rubbery, and the chowder was cold, albeit it was full of seafood.The carrot cake was however amazing.It would have been nice to have some offerings like fish tacos, or a fish burger on the menu.Beautiful place but probably would not return.
Recommended dishes: Carrot Cake
Trina Saby
The best service, food and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deb Moloney
Server / owner was awesome and amazing, make my visit very happy, great place and above and beyond service and suggestions...keep up the amazingness.....such a favorite.....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Chowder
Adam Burrows
Only been a couple of times but the Genoa Bay Cafe is a favorite that I always yearn for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dmitri Safine
Love this cafe in a quaint setting of Genoa Bay. The calamari are the best I ever tried!
Jack Percy
Visited here once, it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. There is a casual vibe but the food is the best classic seafood you can find anywhere. The location is perfect, there's a stunning view of the marina, bay, and forested cliffs surrounding the cafe. Will be returning as soon as I can. If you're looking for the best West Coast Dining experience around, this is it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Halibut & Chips, Calamari Fish and Chips
Krystle Middle
Less than i expected from its
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Coconut Shrimp
Michael Wiebe
Definitely worth the drive. Our family's experience there was wonderful. Friendly staff and a great menu. I loved the burger with the bacon jam!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carrot Cake
Jamie
I absolutely adore this cafe usually but for some reason our experience last evening was two-star. Coconut prawns were so overcooked that I couldn’t taste the coconut and the prawns were like rubber. We all ordered Caesar Salad. It had no seasoning, (garlic, lemon or pepper) and usually it is served with fresh Parmesan but it was powdered Parmesan. Because it is Christmas, I ordered a rum and eggnog but they didn’t have any eggnog. Because I was with six people that I was meeting for the first time I did not want to make a scene about my dinner. Maybe it was just a one off…..I’m hoping because I love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Halibut & Chips
Wil Sho
Great food. Nice cozy atmosphere. Went at dark so didn't get the cool views but I knew they were there. Service was top notch, possibly the best service I've ever had. Can't wait to go back.
This bay is wildly beautiful and the cafe is incredible. Cozy romantic vibe, excellent service and incredible food. I highly recommend the pork belly bowl. The texture of the pork is out of this world.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyle
I was here a few weeks ago, and must say it is one of the most welcoming stops on the island. Food was fantastic and the owners make you feel at home. I strongly suggest a visit, and don't forget to say yes to the carrot cake!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve Z
Had a fantastic dish here in one of the Top Ten Hidden Gems of Vancouver Island BC. The meat was falling-off-the-fork tenderness perfection. The location is blissfully peaceful with full view of the marina. Service was top notch.Can't recommend this place enough!Wheelchair accessibility: ramps for ease of access
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Fudge Cake, Beef Short Rib
Katie Bagot
The two servers were so nice; the lady we had was so wonderfully kind. All of our food was great - jambalaya, pork belly bowl, beet salad - everything was yummy. The pork belly itself was a bit tough but it was a great healthy option. The Caesars were delicious and the drinks cold! The view is nice of the marina and mountains.Kid-friendliness: The kids menu is on par with most restaurants. The kids burger was huge and the fries are yummy.Wheelchair accessibility: We had one person in our party in a motorized scooter who was accommodated very well. The building has a ramp.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: West Coast Seafood Jambalaya, Halibut
First time we had been here. Service was very good.However it was cold, inside and they kept the outside door open and we were just freezing.We had the fry bread with hummus, which was fair, the coconut shrimp was rubbery, and the chowder was cold, albeit it was full of seafood.The carrot cake was however amazing.It would have been nice to have some offerings like fish tacos, or a fish burger on the menu.Beautiful place but probably would not return.
Recommended dishes: Carrot Cake
The best service, food and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Server / owner was awesome and amazing, make my visit very happy, great place and above and beyond service and suggestions...keep up the amazingness.....such a favorite.....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Chowder
Only been a couple of times but the Genoa Bay Cafe is a favorite that I always yearn for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this cafe in a quaint setting of Genoa Bay. The calamari are the best I ever tried!
Visited here once, it was one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. There is a casual vibe but the food is the best classic seafood you can find anywhere. The location is perfect, there's a stunning view of the marina, bay, and forested cliffs surrounding the cafe. Will be returning as soon as I can. If you're looking for the best West Coast Dining experience around, this is it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Halibut & Chips, Calamari Fish and Chips
Less than i expected from its
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Coconut Shrimp
Definitely worth the drive. Our family's experience there was wonderful. Friendly staff and a great menu. I loved the burger with the bacon jam!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carrot Cake
I absolutely adore this cafe usually but for some reason our experience last evening was two-star. Coconut prawns were so overcooked that I couldn’t taste the coconut and the prawns were like rubber. We all ordered Caesar Salad. It had no seasoning, (garlic, lemon or pepper) and usually it is served with fresh Parmesan but it was powdered Parmesan. Because it is Christmas, I ordered a rum and eggnog but they didn’t have any eggnog. Because I was with six people that I was meeting for the first time I did not want to make a scene about my dinner. Maybe it was just a one off…..I’m hoping because I love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Halibut & Chips
Great food. Nice cozy atmosphere. Went at dark so didn't get the cool views but I knew they were there. Service was top notch, possibly the best service I've ever had. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Highlands Burger
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All around great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Highlands Burger
This bay is wildly beautiful and the cafe is incredible. Cozy romantic vibe, excellent service and incredible food. I highly recommend the pork belly bowl. The texture of the pork is out of this world.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was here a few weeks ago, and must say it is one of the most welcoming stops on the island. Food was fantastic and the owners make you feel at home. I strongly suggest a visit, and don't forget to say yes to the carrot cake!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a fantastic dish here in one of the Top Ten Hidden Gems of Vancouver Island BC. The meat was falling-off-the-fork tenderness perfection. The location is blissfully peaceful with full view of the marina. Service was top notch.Can't recommend this place enough!Wheelchair accessibility: ramps for ease of access
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Fudge Cake, Beef Short Rib
The two servers were so nice; the lady we had was so wonderfully kind. All of our food was great - jambalaya, pork belly bowl, beet salad - everything was yummy. The pork belly itself was a bit tough but it was a great healthy option. The Caesars were delicious and the drinks cold! The view is nice of the marina and mountains.Kid-friendliness: The kids menu is on par with most restaurants. The kids burger was huge and the fries are yummy.Wheelchair accessibility: We had one person in our party in a motorized scooter who was accommodated very well. The building has a ramp.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: West Coast Seafood Jambalaya, Halibut