Lighthouse Bistro & Pub

Restaurant
Accommodating gluten-free
Lunch
Dinner
Open Late
Delivery
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Perched over the water with two oceanfront patios and heated seating, this bistro offers a stunning harbor view from nearly every table. The relaxed harborfront vibe is enhanced by live jazz, creating a welcoming atmosphere ideal for those seeking a safe and enjoyable gluten-free dining experience.
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Accommodating

Some risk of cross-contamination

Trained staff
Checked by Atly
Always inquire directly about health and safety.

Good to know

1

They have a gluten-free menu with pasta, bread, and tortillas.

2

Expect additional charges for gluten-free items like bread and buns.

3

Reservations are recommended due to limited food availability.

50 Anchor Way, Nanaimo, BC V9R 7B5, Canada
2.4km

People are saying

K
You get a nice view of the wharf, the boats and seaplanes taking off. The food is amazing! I recommend the Beef Rib Eye Steak, a gluten-free entree which is a plus for those who are gluten intolerant.
C
Good food, the salmon burger was slightly dry. The service was okay and drinks were waiting to be refilled multiple times. Beautiful location and slightly pricey. The Shirley temple was good as well as their salad. Fairly good gluten free options. Take note that if you are sensitive to smells, the water launch has some planes that stink up the area with exhaust. Tons of flies.
S
I have never been so disappointed in a night out. First the waitress didn't know the menu or the available drinks. She kept going away to "check" and come back 5 minutes later with half answers. The menu had a few Gluten Free Options - the waitress was told 2 of our party were GF. We asked if we could have the burgers in lettuce wrap as neither of us like GF buns. NOPE, this could not be accommodated - No substitutions. $3 for a GF bun, extra for bacon, extra for cheese, extra for avocado - a burger with all the fixings? $40 - OH and the Fries were Costco fries - NOT GF. I ordered the GF Chicken tacos on Corn Tortillas - the waitress brought me the Chicken tacos (Deep fried on wheat tortillas) - When I asked if that was Gluten Free she advised YES! - I made her check - and then she brought me my chicken corn tacos, but had I eaten the other ones I would have been so sick. We were there over 90 minutes, our drinks were not refilled once, nor offered to be refilled. She never checked to see if the food was good. We asked for ketchup and it didn't arrive until we were almost done our meal. There is so much more to say, but I will say not worth the $$$$ I had to go get a burger in a lettuce wrap from A&W as the three tacos for $24 with no sides were completely not sufficient. I will not be back.

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