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Original Joe's - Nanaimo, Nanaimo, BC

Original Joe's - Nanaimo

4.8 (137)
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
3280 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Original Joe's is a place that welcomes everyone. We have craveable classics for lunch or dinner, down-to-earth vibes and a friendly team looking to brighten your day! Our location is situated in Country Club Mall with multiple shops and services. Stop in for a drink on our patio if you're on your way to the BC Ferries or have worked up an appetite at the Nanaimo Golf Club. Fans of skating can visit Frank Crane Arena for a fun afternoon, or walk around the trails of Long Lake. Whatever you do with your days in Nanaimo, our team at OJ's is here to satisfy your cravings! If you're looking for a meal with two sides, delicious dill dip or craft beer, you know where to find us.

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Nanaimo
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 137 people are saying

Original Joe's - Nanaimo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Original Joe's in Nanaimo boasts "amazing service" and "delicious food," creating a consistently positive dining experience. Patrons appreciate the "beautiful establishment" and diverse menu options, including excellent deals like the Mother's Day special. While the noise level is noted, the attentive staff and fun ambiance make each visit enjoyable.
137 Reviews
  1. Tina VIP

    Calgary / Southern Alberta45 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was great, food is always good - SO LOUD it is always so difficult to hear and we had to shout at the table. The music is loud which makes people talk louder and it is just not pleasant. I love the renovations that were done, looks great. Not sure what you can do about the noise level, it is a deterrent for me to go in.

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  2. Laura

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, delicious food. Our server definitely went above and beyond!

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  3. Syleena

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time! Beautiful establishment, server was great, food was great!

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  4. Kristi

    Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service as always by all, hosts, our server and food runner. Drinks came fast, food was great and consistent!

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  5. Kelsey

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was an absolute dear, she checked on us regularly and was very attentive and genuine. I book all my corporate meetings at OJs because it's always a nice experience.

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  6. Stephanie

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They had an amazing deal for Mother’s Day, a 3 coarse meal for only $35 with some really wonderful food options to choose from! The service was amazing, our waitress Kat went above and beyond. The raspberry mojito was delicious, and the food came out quickly! No complaints here!

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  7. Gemma

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not really any complaints except having to wait quite a while for the bill and then to pay..but that being said it looked busy inside with a few bigger tables and it's easter weekend

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  8. Carey

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Original Joe's has a FUN vibe...GREAT food and EXCELLENT servers! I also LOVE their menu...there is something for everyone. Lovely kid's menu, too. It's always a positive visit at Original Joe's.

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  9. Elaine

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everyone enjoyed their meals. I had a too much dressing on my salad, next time I will get the dressing on the said. 😊 Thanks

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  10. Tracey

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in the patio area which not many people use. It’s nice and warm and quiet in there. Nice ambiance as well. The wings were a little dry. Our server kept forgetting to check on us, brought everyone’s food but mine because she forgot, forgot to bring our drinks. But she did apologize and didn’t charge us for our drinks.

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FAQs

Original Joe's - Nanaimo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (250) 585-1563.

Original Joe's - Nanaimo is rated 4.8 stars by 137 OpenTable diners.

Original Joe's - Nanaimo does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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3280 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Nanaimo
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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