We've been going to the Crow and Gate since 1979 even though it is a 70 mile drive. It's in a country setting and the food is something to behold. Fresh food and they don't serve burgers, hot dogs or fries! The building is a replica of an old English Pub. Wash your food down with some beer from one... More

I recently returned to this restaurant on my latest visit to Vancouver Island. This charming 'olde English' style pub is one of all time favourite places to lunch. The food is consistently superior, the atmosphere always charming and the service staff is friendly and helpful. I always have the Stilton Ploughmen's plate, and t bough I should try the crab... More

If we have someone coming to Nanaimo and we want them to have a great dining experience this is our number one "go to" place. In the winter they have two fireplaces going and in the summer they have the best outdoor space in the area. It is an "order at the bar" situation, but you will be met by... More

We live in Nanaimo but when we have people visit from out of town we take them to the Crow and Gate, based on an Old English pub. They have good food with a British flair but thankfully the food is a lot healthier as they don't have a deep fryer. The setting is beautiful; you would think you were... More

the Crow and Gate has been a favourite for many years and the nice thing about it...is consitency...no matter when you go winter or summer the food and the beer are great and good value for money..quality food ingredients make dishes like the ploughmans lunch worth the extra few km to get there....the beer is consistently good and the service... More

Every time we have guests from out of Province we make a trip up island and we always stop at this place for lunch or dinner. You can always count on great service and great food.

I have been going to this pub since 1975. Watched it change hands many times but present owners have been there for a long time now. It is an extremely popular spot especially in the summer. During the winter they have two wood burning fireplaces on the go. Gardens are very well tended and a delight to look at whilst... More

If you really need an english pub expierence its not bad but not grerat either...lots of mosquitos nice pond bar people can be abrupt...

Beautiful place, Lovely setting ,good food. Lovely drive in the country. Would definetly go back again