Nostalgic vibes and unique daily deals make this spot a must-visit, plus you'll love the creative cocktails and tasty desserts!
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Mickayla Gal
Tried out some gluten free loco bread - yum! They've taken it off their menu at the restaurant, but still made it for me anyways since it's on the online menu :) Also, the nirvana dessert is certainly well named. What a treat! Wish I lived closer so I could go back regularly.
A vibrant spot with generous portions, a fun sports vibe, and a great atmosphere for family and friends to unwind together.
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Lisa Pedneault
Absolutely delicious meal! The gluten-free options here are fantastic! Our server Zennea was awesome and incredibly attentive. I would highly recommend Happy Jack's if you're looking for delicious food (including gluten-free) and a fun sports oriented environment! We will definitely be back!
5-281 Island Hwy E, Parksville, BC V9P 2G4, Canada
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This awesome spot has a fantastic variety of tasty goodies and is perfect for enjoying a cozy coffee break!
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Danielle
We walked in and were greeted right away. We were searching for gluten free treats and the lady was very knowledgeable and we bought 6 different gluten free cupcakes! They were incredible! We highly suggest anything with raspberry and/or chocolate!
Expect cheerful service and tasty pies with plenty of toppings, making it a hit among locals for special dietary needs.
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Jeff Woodward
Super cheerful and helpful staff to deal with while placing a somewhat complex order over the phone. They happily delivered to the resort we were staying at and the delivery driver was lovely. Pizzas tasted great and they made a wonderful gluten free pie for my wife. Really happy customer here.
Vaulted ceilings and large windows create a cozy vibe, making it a perfect spot to unwind with friends on any day.
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Laurie Rankin
We visited the Brazen Poppy while waiting to get our winter tires installed and were very pleased we did, as we ran into some longtime friends there!
The vaulted ceiling and large windows are welcome on a rainy fall day.
Service is friendly and the food tasty. We appreciate the gluten free options.
Glad we chose the Brazen Poppy.
Chill vibes with outdoor picnic tables, live music, and ocean views make this spot a must-visit for a laid-back meal experience.
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Michele Maurer
We ate dinner here on the outdoor picnic tables. Most guests were out there, along with a live musician. We appreciated that the music was fun and familiar music and they kept the volume just right so it didn’t drown out conversation. Staff were attentive and friendly and all three of us enjoyed our dinner ( one with gluten and dairy restrictions and one vegetarian). We will go back next time we're in town.
Amazing sushi bar , the sushi master is always willing to make whatever you like fresh if you don't see anything you want. Love the flower shop , always a great selection, and the best French bread baked fresh in house around. I come every week specifically for the bread! Also a great selection of gluten free.
220 Island Hwy W #1, Parksville, BC V9P 2P3, Canada
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A hidden gem with a cozy vibe, offering fantastic drinks and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps visitors coming back for more.
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Jay Dingler
Had an awesome meal here for my wife's birthday. Everything was made to perfection, prices are reasonable and portions are adequate for most. If you have an appy, you'll likely be boxing your entree up to go.
This place is not big (9 tables?), it's hidden and I would not have found it if it hadn't been for social media. Too bad, but I assume they're busy enough. Make your reservation today, you will not be disappointed!
Also you should know that they are extremely diligent with gluten free items or allergies, and will ask the severity of your intolerance for your protection. Great restaurant, great owners, pride of ownership beams through 👍
Warning: you are going to have a very long wait on weekends for a table.
There's a reason it's so popular! The food is great, there is gluten free options and the staff are excellent. However, best to come on a weekday!
For a celiac there were limitations on what I could eat so I chose the seafood stew and flourless chocolate cake. Both were AMAZING and the service was excellent. It's no wonder my grandparents wanted to share this lovely gem with me when I visited from Alberta.
Delicious food with lots of gluten free options including spring rolls!! We had the spring rolls, chicken coconut curry, and sweet and sour pork. It was all delicious!! Highly recommended!
Cozy vibes and attentive service make for a great experience where you feel right at home.
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Kelsey Gallant
A great experience at KD’s! Food was great and overall atmosphere was cozy and comfy! The owner even recognized my boyfriend was gluten free without us having to tell her and gave him some gf bread with his meal! Great place!
There are two locations - one in Parksville, the other in Qualicum which feature a great variety of organic, gluten, dairy free and fair trade products. Prices are better than those of nearby communities. Some people come a few hours' drive to "Shop Naked"!
Known for its authentic ramen, this spot offers creative options and allows you to customize your bowl for a unique dining experience.
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Kae Lee
I’m pretty picky about my ramen - and this place was SO GOOD. If you’re looking for an authentic ramen place, come by here. Lots of options for everyone - there’s vegetarian and vegan and gluten free options too. I was happy I was able to swap my noodles with different ones - I got the black vegetable ramen but with regular wheat noodles - so so yummy 😋
425 Stanford Ave E, Parksville, BC V9P 1V9, Canada
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A cozy spot with amazing coffee and a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for getting work done or catching up with friends.
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Jessica Weckworth
Such delicious coffee, food, and just a wonderful place to meet with friends/get some work done. The service is always incredible as well (lovely people working) would HIGHLY recommend checking them out! Also, they have a few gluten-free options which has made them a go-to of mine when working in the area!
1065 Herring Gull Way Unit 4, Parksville, BC V9P 2N1, Canada
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With generous portions and restaurant-quality flavors ready to enjoy at home, this place is a must-visit for tasty delights!
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Kali Stonehouse
My spouse and I are celiac, so we wanted to give this place a try. We had the Mac and cheese with pork belly, chicken wings and cheesecake. The food was fine, however we felt it was all quite bland. For the price and the flavor, we won't be ordering again but all in all it was fine if you prefer very mild flavour.
Chill vibes on the patio make it perfect for family time, with tasty burgers, unique salads, and a cozy atmosphere that beckons a return visit.
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Dorie Crossen
First time there Sat out on the patio with my family Everyone loved their food We had delicious burgers & poutine onion rings & salad I appreciated they have 100% beef patties with no fillers gluten free buns couldn't have the fries but that's ok Salads are very yummy We will return😋😋
This spot has a fantastic vibe, unique appetizers, and tons of options for various diets—perfect for a laid-back lunch with friends!
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Craig Shworan
we stopped in for lunch. We shared the Prawn Cucumber Guacamole appetizer and then I had the Brimm Club. It was fantastic. My wife had one of the appetizers for her meal (sort of a nacho thing), and loved it too. Place looks great and the servers were really nice. Looked like a lot of Gluten Free and Vegetarian options on the menu, if that's something you are looking for.
Panago is by far the best chain pizza place on the island for dairy free, gluten free, and vegan options. I ordered two medium pizzas both were GF, and vegan, a side of vegan cheese bread (who knew that was a thing (it was delicious I wouldn't have known it was vegan if I hadn't ordered it myself)) as well as the potato bites (there a little spicy for those sensitive to spice "also GF, Vegan"), and got an array of vegan dips, and all was delicious even for the people not following a GF or vegan diet.
A bustling spot with a cozy vibe, it’s perfect for a night out without the overwhelming noise, even when the line stretches outside.
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Sean Gorsuch
Probably the worst food we have eaten in a long time!
My girlfriend ordered the cauliflower in coconut sauce with veggies and lentils. Hard veggies with no flavour. Dried hump of lentils. Sauce was very bland.
The veggies burger was terrible. Presented like one was eating at Dennys. The pattie had no flavour what so ever.
They charged $5 extra for a gluten free bun!
For the prices they are charging there is no excuse for this kind of experience.
One can literally run to any supermarket and get veggie patties that are flavourful and look like patties.
We were warned by others that the food was very bad. We thought maybe it's subjective. We were wrong.
It's 2025. No reason whatsoever to serve food like this.
It's not 1999. The competition with very little effort does so much better.
A resort/restaurant that charges premium prices, should know better.
Unless they take it for granted?
It's so frustrating having this kind of experience in a place one would expect to have high standards.
Appears after reading past reviews, management isn't paying attention, or they don't care.