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Bayside Restaurant and Lounge, Parksville, BC

Bayside Restaurant and Lounge

4.7
4.7
1078 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian
240 Dogwood St, Parksville, BC V9P 1E1

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Justin Feng
  • Catering
    Catering Menu available by request.
  • Private party facilities
    With three banquet spaces, our largest banquet room the Tidal room equipped with a bar, followed by our Tyee and Court Room. When you’re hosting your next corporate or private event, leave the details to our event planning team. We will make the planning process easy, and your event a successs.
  • Neighbourhood
    Parksville
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,078 people are saying

Bayside Restaurant and Lounge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Great for scenic views

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Canadian

  • Vancouver Island

    Best Overall

  • Vancouver Island

    Best Food

  • Vancouver Island

    Best Service

  • Vancouver Island

    Best Ambience

  • Vancouver Island

    Best Value

  • Vancouver Island

    Great for brunch

  • Vancouver Island

    Good for groups

  • Vancouver Island

    Healthy

  • Vancouver Island

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Vancouver Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Vancouver Island

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Vancouver Island

    Lively

  • Vancouver Island

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bayside Restaurant and Lounge offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "attentive service." Guests frequently praise the "stunning views" and "beautiful location," making it a favorite in Parksville. The menu features a variety of delicious options, and the atmosphere is described as welcoming and pleasant.

1,078 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Hawaii10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very good meal. The beef short-rib was excellent as always, my spuose loved her halibut, and our guest's steak was very good (although the tough piece of gristle on first bite was a surprise). The ambiance was very good, quiet with soft and tasteful music wafting through. And then of course, there's the view. It can't be beat!

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  2. John

    Vancouver5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, excellent service, wonderful location. The Bayside is always great.
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thank you John!

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  3. Robert

    Calgary11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A special birthday dinner for my husband…..he always enjoys the steak and mushrooms after a starter of coconut prawns. Unfortunately his steak was raw in the middle…unusual as he has always received a perfect medium. Our server, Alex, was excellent and gladly took the steak to the kitchen for assistance. When it came back, it was still raw in the middle. This was disappointing but we appreciated the charge being removed from the bill….very appropriate in this case. Alex arrived back with a beautiful serving of chocolate cake for the birthday boy….a lovely gesture. My Caesar salad starter and my halibut main course were both delicious. Alex was excellent, the view beautiful as always. Near the end of our meal, a family were seated nearby and their little fellow had a major meltdown…shrill, continual screaming until they removed him. We felt so sorry for these folks…obviously a child with major problems. The staff were very kind and professional….such a classy reaction to a difficult situation.
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hello and thank you for your review and understanding. We are so thankful you decided to celebrate such a special occasion with us, it sounds like it has become tradition? Sometimes unfortunately. we miss the mark and don't get the steak perfect, but we will always try to make it right. I am glad we were able to make things right in this case. We look forward to hosting you both again!

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  4. Louise

    Vancouver1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We asked for a quiet table but sadly it wasn't. Also, I had noted on our reservation that it was our anniversary (50th to be exact) but no mention was made about it. Why bother asking if it is a special dinner if you don't acknowledge it.
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hi Louise, thanks for your review. Sorry to hear it did not live up to your expectations, we will address the team and become better. Hope you can give us another go!

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  5. Cici

    Vancouver10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A Bit Disappointed This Time Around We’ve always enjoyed coming to this spot — the space is beautiful and the view is absolutely stunning. We’ve been here several times in the past (our last visit was less than a year ago), and it’s always been a solid experience. Unfortunately, this visit just didn’t measure up to what we’ve come to expect. The salmon burger was dry and lacked the flavour we remembered from previous visits. The chowder had a nice flavour, but it wasn’t served hot, which took away from the experience. Service was also a bit underwhelming — staff didn’t check in much for drink or coffee refills, and overall attention to detail felt a little off. It could have just been an off day, and we’re hoping that’s the case, because we’ve really enjoyed this place in the past. Here’s hoping for a better experience next time!
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    HI CiCi, thanks for the honest review. We will take these comments and review them with the team so we can make sure we meet expectations next time. Hope to host you again!

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  6. Pat

    Vancouver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Three friends met for breakfast today to celebrate a birthday. Our server, Nadine, was outstanding, and the food excellent! We were all very impressed. Thank you.
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thank you Pat, we will let Nadine know your kinds words. Until next time!

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  7. Philip

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service staff were very attentive. We arrived a little early but they quickly set up our table. Shared appetizer Mediterranean Plate was very good and sufficient for the three of us. Main course salads were delicious and they allowed us to take an unfinished bottle of white wine back home with us. Pricing was reasonable. Our table overlooked the wonderful beach, and as such was a perfect setting.

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  8. Joanne

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, reasonable price and friendly wait staff

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  9. Mariana

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience: good environment and service!
    Bayside Restaurant and LoungeResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thank you Mariana!

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  10. Debra

    Calgary1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food, and excellent service all around. Would highly recommend.

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FAQs

Bayside Restaurant and Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (250) 905-0101.

Bayside Restaurant and Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 1078 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Bayside Restaurant and Lounge

240 Dogwood St, Parksville, BC V9P 1E1

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Parksville
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Canadian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Justin Feng
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Catering Menu available by request.
  • Private party facilities
    With three banquet spaces, our largest banquet room the Tidal room equipped with a bar, followed by our Tyee and Court Room. When you’re hosting your next corporate or private event, leave the details to our event planning team. We will make the planning process easy, and your event a successs.
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