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At The Vine, nestled in picturesque Cowichan Bay, every meal is a celebration of culinary artistry. Our story is one of passion and flavor, where the embrace of cozy, romantic ambiance meets a menu crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Signature dishes like the Beef Bourguignon and Cowichan Bay Seafood Pie showcase our commitment to exceptional dining. Renowned for our cocktails and brunch specialties—think Classic Benny and Diablo Omelette—we cater to every palate. The Vine is not just a restaurant; it's an experience, perfect for groups or a tranquil solo dine-in. Join us for unforgettable meals and heartfelt service!Photos
Amenities & More
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for The Vine
Review highlights
Based on 413 reviewsThe Vine is consistently praised for its fresh seafood offerings and attentive service, making it a popular dining spot in Cowichan Bay. Reviewers frequently highlight dishes like seafood crepes, clam linguine, and unique takes on eggs benedict served atop Yorkshire pudding, noting both flavor and presentation. The restaurant’s waterside location adds to the experience, enhancing the appeal for brunch and dinner alike. Customers appreciate the accommodating and unobtrusive staff, contributing to a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. Additionally, the pricing is considered fair compared to urban competitors. Overall, The Vine is recognized for combining quality food, scenic views, and thoughtful service, attracting repeat visits from locals and visitors.
Called the day before to ensure a table by the window for two. Was greeted at the door by Daniel who was also our waiter for lunch.I ordered the daily feature which was a Roast Beef eggs benedict served on a freshly made Yorkshire pudding that was Totally Amazing!Through out the meal Daniel was 100% attentive in a very good way - non obtrusive, never interrupting the flow of conversation with my luncheon guest, but everytime he passed I noticed he kept an eye on our table to see if we needed anything.I'm a retired Air Force Pilot and have travelled far and wide and this meal was very good, but the service was the absolute best I have ever had.Well Done, The Vine, and Thank you Daniel for truly Outstanding service.Major G.
We had the brunch of a seafood crepe and an eggs Benny with roast beef on top of a Yorkshire pudding with sauce. The food and service was so delicious we came back for supper. They did not disappoint!
Dinner here right on the water overlooking Cowichan Bay was delicious. We had the Calamari and Pan Fried Oysters to start. Then we both had the Clam Linguine for our main course. It was full of fresh clams and prawns as well. A beautiful evening with great service as well.
Definitely a seafood lunchtime in Cowichan Bay. We decided to go out for lunch to our favorite pitstop for fine food #thevinecowichanbaySeafood Chowder to start with. Yummmy!Seafood Crepe split in half for my wife Susan and I followed by a Peaches and Creme crepe split in half and shared as wrll......yummmy tithe chef is happy to split the dishes for 2..Definitely a place to stop and enjoy the views of Cowichan Bay and a fantastic menu. For special occasions, book ahead.
Unexpected delicious and great services. We love the seafood burger and breakfast crepes. Fair price as compare to those restaurants in downtown Victoria.
An amazing gem in Cowichan Bay! I was in Cowichan for the weekend and The Vine was an absolute knockout. We thought we came too close to closing but it wasn’t an issue. We had an amazing spot on the patio, which is situated on the Marina. We had a great view of the sunset and boats on the water.Our server was amazing! She brought over a sign with all the specials, which was plenty! We decided on the lamb special and the seafood linguine, with a side salad to start. No alcoholic beverages but there were lots of options for whatever you were looking for.The seafood was fresh, and the lamb was perfectly cooked. It was a knockout meal. We were so full that we didn’t have room for dessert.I’d highly recommend if you’re in the area! Great meal, great service and great location!
The Vine is a great place by the water near Duncan, BC, Canada. We had been out for a day of wine tastings and our last stop, Alderlea Vineyards (which is excellent but that's another review) recommended Vine. It was late (7:00) as they close at 8 but we called and made a reservation for 7:30). We were given a table outside with heaters and a view. The food was excellent. We had the chowder of the day, rack of Lamb, beef bourguignon and an amazing crepe for dessert. They serve Alderlea wines here so we had a bottle of the Syrah. Even though there was a huge family birthday party before us our service was great and timely. We were able to enjoy our wine and meal in comfort and ease. Parking is difficult as you may be asked to park behind someone and therefore have to move your car during your meal but it's worth it.
Server was awesome food was top notch the crepes are very good they serve them for brunch with many filings appropriate for lunch lol they also have desert crepes ha da good menu for diner as well as we had such a good experience at lunch we made reservations for dinner lol. I would imagine whatever you order would be prepared with care and served so fast you'll wonder how lol. Ten plus
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Thursday 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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