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Locals

364 8th Street, Courtenay, British Columbia V9N-1N3, Canada
250-338-6493
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Ranked #1 of 77 restaurants in Courtenay
Price range: $12 - $16
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Dessert
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COMOX
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Have been to Locals twice over past couple of days for breakfast and lunch. Varied menu with something for everyone including vegetarians and wheat free options. Service was very good and meals were excellent. Old building is charming.

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Powell River, Canada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We visited Locals for my husband's birthday treat. The atmosphere was nice but by the end of the meal we left rather quickly as the noise level had escalated to a very high level even for two people with severe hearing loss. We were served a spoonful of a small appetizer to start. Then came the basket of warm tasty... More

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qb
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29 reviews 29 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Wow amd wow again. Vancouver Islanders all loved The Old House in days gone by. Then the new hotel and various underwhelming restaurants tried to make a go. Now, all is as it should be. A fabulous restaurant, with attentive but unintrusive service, in the best location. All cooked to order so they can take care of any special dietary... More

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Tricia S, Owner at Locals, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write such a glowing review. We are very excited with our new location. We have been here just a week and are beginning to feel more at home. We have more than doubled our staff and are settling in to the new space. The deck is amazing and we can hardly wait for... More

Comox, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

We had the pleasure of dining at Locals on one of the first days in their new "Old House" location. Not having been to the original Old House, I can only say that Locals has done an extraordinary job of creating a warm and inviting environment in keeping with the heritage of the building, bringing it back again to a... More

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Qualicum Beach
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We travel a lot on Vancouver Island, and we eat at a lot of pretty special places. None of them has equalled the calibre of the wonderful food and great service at Locals. We have eaten many meals at this outstanding restaurant, and look forward to joining the staff at Locals soon at their new location at The Old House.

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Nanaimo, BC
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I have never written a review; but after our horrible experience at Locals I felt something needed to be said. We took our mother here for Mother's Day. The restaurant was not busy as we arrived just after they had opened. The restaurant itself is beautiful and it was wonderful to see The Old House restored to it's original glory.... More

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Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Four of us ordered different things Every one was delicious. Nice atmosphere. Friendly service. This restaurant will be moving to the Old house spa and Hotel which will be a real advantage

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Tricia S, Owner at Locals, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank oyu for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. By the time this is posted, we should be open in our new location. After May 8th, please find us at the former Old House Restaurant location on Riverside Lane. We are tucked in between two sections of the hotel in the middle of the gardens. What a... More

West Kelowna, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Delicious food at a reasonable price. We both had fresh seafood prepared the way we chose. Also there was a three course dinner option for a very good price. Nice wine list and excellent service. It's top rated for a reason.

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Canada
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37 reviews 37 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

It was another great meal. I was surprised though when shortly after we were seated a table immediately next to us become occupied with 2 very young children, I don't think one of the children was even 2 years old. The parents made many efforts to keep the youngest quiet but the sudden screams did not make pleasant ambience. There... More

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Courtenay, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Excellent menu relying on local produce. Everything is well prepared and presented. The clam chowder is the BEST. Staff are very professional and knowledgeable. Highly recommended for both lunch and dinner.

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