Amazing Small Town Museum, With A Wide Varity Of Items. Great Place To Explore Local History, & For Kids To Learn. Entrance By Donation ($5+).

Great museum to walk through. Detailed catalogs containing the historical information of the displayed items.

Amazing to see a full collection on show, this is more of a archive to which you can look up items in catalogues. Nonetheless super interesting to see a large variety so clustered together. The first bit of paper made in BC is in there!

This is a great museum if you like to see 100s of old trinkets and other old miscellaneous items. It is not a place where you can learn the history of the area. The displays are very dark with very little information. We were very disappointed. Fortunately the entrance fee is only a CAD$5 donation.

They are so helpful here! They were setting me up with information on some family history there and found out where family was buried. I am so grateful for all that they do :) The layout of the museum as well is lots of fun to explore. They’ve done an incredible job.

Ap much knowledge and history, be sure to open all drawer exhibits too. Staff are awesome.

Many artifacts, arranged by subject. For digging deeper, pull the drawers (beneath the displays) open.

An interesting cluster of shops and cafes, with a good view of the lake and the harbour area to enjoy. The parking is a little busy but you'll have no problem nearby. The railway and the art on the pier are worth a look, too. If you're stopping in Port Alberni, this is the main place you'll want to visit.

Nice area with restaurants, shops and art. It's also the place where the Lady Rose ferry sailing all the inlet to Bamfield departs.

Came to the Quay on a blustery day. The sun was shining but very windy. The Quay had a nice community vibe to it with the Donut ship and the Sugar Shack plus a variety of service shops. Walking on the boardwalk was refreshing and cool.

There are plenty of small soups for food and drink, a playground, a board walk, and elevated view point, and beautiful views of nature. It’s worth a visit.

Gorgeous place to take a walk at sunset with the mountains in the background. Loved seeing all the boats!

Took grandkids on their first train ride. Great fun . The volunteers there are doing a great job. The ride is very short (sadly) but they have plans to reconnect with the McClean sawmill site again. If you are a railroad buff, go out and support them.

Great vista views of Alberni Inlet, busy spot, lots of seating and the lookout offered great views, after many stairs.

Really enjoyed my visit to Twin City Brewing. The Sweden beer was smooth and refreshing, and the goat cheese pizza was a standout — wood-fired and full of flavour. Easily one of the best place in town. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and solid craft beer selection. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area.

Great beer, great pizza, super awesome staff. I like this place a lot and wish I could come more often. Say hi to Amber because she’s delightful and makes a cool place even cooler!

Stopped in on the way back to Vancouver from a hike—perfect spot for a much-needed drink and bite before the ferry. The Gnarly Garlies pizza was really good, but the Steak & Chimichurri wrap stole the show—we’re still talking about it! Such a unique and delicious option. Service was friendly, prices were reasonable, and we’d definitely come back :)

Would have taken half off for the Basque Cheesecake. The cheesecake was not even Mildly sweet and very crumbly and dry. The chocolate gnache helped balance it but once it was gone it left a chunk of ricotta. The atmosphere is great if not a little loud but that's to do with the consistent crowd and table top games. The drinks were great, we got the margarita and the Radler. Bother were well made and fresh. We got the small Maui Wowee and it came out crispy, hot and delicious. Would love to try different flavors. The staff was ready for recommendations but gave space to enjoy the food.

A nice brewery in Port Alberni... The beers were good and the restaurant looked nice. Pretty busy (and a bit on the louder side) on a friday afternoon, but that's probably a good thing for the brewery ... 😀

We stopped here on our way up to Ucluelet, the beers were delicious! I loved the blueberry muffin lager, sadly it wasn't available in cans! My boyfriend and I shared a large eh game pizza which was amazing! We had half of our pizza left, so we thought perfect, we can eat it in Ucleulet when we get there! Alas, once we had unloaded everything and got into our Air BnB and were hungry, we realized that we each thought the other had grabbed the pizza. Sadness. So on our way back down the island we stopped at Twin City again (we were going to check out Dog Mountain Brewery but unfortunately they had a fire the previous day). Our server, Amber, recognized our dog right away. We told her about leaving our pizza there, and she so sweetly got a pizza made for the rest of our drive! I can't wait until the next time we can visit this brewery! Meg also says thanks for the treats :)

One of the best pizzas we have had in a while. The beers were great and our waitress was the best.

Small museum, beautiful views. We might have enjoyed it more but the lady was absolutely non-engaging (she was painting and didn’t even look up at us), made us feel unwelcome and we quickly left. Nice to spend some time if you need a pit stop, but wouldn’t probably plan as a destination.

Have Debbie guide you around. She has impeccable knowledge about all the exhibitions, local history, sea exploration and vessels. There's many real artifacts from from shipwrecks and salvage. It may be a small museum but it's very mighty!

We visited on a rainy day, but it was still a nice place to visit. It was closed when we visited, but the views surrounding the area were nice.

Very interesting articles and write ups about the history of the area and the ships that built it. Entry is by donation.

My kid participated in the 2021 Bullhead Derby held here and caught a massive bullhead...271mm long.......very serene location.

Discovery center closed, but great view for photos

Was looking forward to visiting but you were closed. On the website it says you are open. It's a half hour drive, so disappointing but still nice to see your Lighthouse and beautiful view. Will try again another time.

Their beers were fantastic! Got a flight of beer and their yummy donair. Really enjoyed the rooftop patio as it was sunny. Also was kind of fun having to literally walk through the brewery to get to the patio stairs. 😂👍 Grew up in Port so this was a very nice addition to the community, worth a visit for sure!

The brewery is pretty cool looking with an amazing roof top patio. The staff are friendly and the branding is great. Unfortunately the beer is pretty mid at best, and the food prices are ridiculous. $23.50 for a donair smaller than a $12 one at a local kebab shop. It also was 90% lettuce. A branded pint glass was $20. I think if the prices became a bit more realistic and the beer quality improved this place would be a fantastic stop.

delicious food, wonderful service, and the best brew in town! the rooftop patio is a whole vibe with a gorgeous view and the downstairs tasting room is such a nice chill vibe! hands down best ambiance around.

I had the pineapple palette ale🤤🍻 We bought some beers to take back with us. I also bought the pint glass with the puppies. So cute.

Absolutely amazing brewery! Myself and my family did a day trip from Victoria and really enjoyed all the beers here. The food was also fabulous! I can see many trips to Port Alberni in our future. The roof top patio is awesome, with a nice covered area with heating for sitting outside all year, but it will be stunning in the summer.

That sandwich I just ate is being added to my internal sandwich hall of fame. Staff excellent👌. Price okay. Good beer.

If you’re driving from Victoria to Tofino and looking for a great place to stop for lunch this is the place. There maybe isn’t much going on around Port Alberni but this restaurant has a lovely and large rooftop deck with views, good service, and pretty good food to get you on your way. They also have a lot of beer offerings and a few non-beer beverages as well. Parking was easy on the street.

The Wildflower. It is a stunning, curated, artist, light filled cafe with a beautiful herb garden outside and a shrub called Butterfly Bush, FULL to the brim of bumble bees. The couple who own it are from Tofino and you just get the sense, that everything Tofino flows with the joy of ocean waters and perfect timing. I had a great coffee education from the lovely barista who is studying to be an environmentalist (from the Tofino Ucluelet area of course). I had no idea that for instance: the beans in the grinder have to be full before grinding them as the displaced weight causes the grind to be different. Or that the humidity and temperature affect the coffee and the grind needs to be constantly recalibrated as the day goes on. An ideal expresso is sussposed to take between 28 (I forget) and 32 seconds. Any longer and the grind is too fine and less it is too thick. As my Mother knows, who often says I must have been a Queen in a past life, I LOVE beauty and decadence... no not hedonistic decadence: elegance... that combination of someone who prefers beauty and quality over the ugly feeling that comes from putting money and economics over life.  That is knowing that someone has actually put their divine essence into something, their soul, their spirituality that puts their creative God presence into what they love, and that is the blessing for all of humanity. I love the 1% of the best of the best of the best. The most intangible and exquisite of items.  This place caters to all of those desires: natural beauty and garden of beautifully designed raised beds to view which is full of fennel, lavender, blooming chives, cabbage, radishes, mint and rosemary. The coffee is also beautiful to look at with the very aromatic Drumroaster coffee in happy, colorful mugs ( which makes everything taste better). When you get thirsty there is delicious clear water that tasted glacially fresh pouring from a natural looking installed water spout, smooth, elegant wood benches and chairs inside and out, with a covered pergola. There is an incredible selection of pastries and food with their own pastry chef! The best part is that it is on a main street with so little traffic that you are not choking on gas fumes. I love how busy and quiet it is here. Everyone is peaceful. It doesn't have the vibe of frantic Vancouverites looking for their latest hit or the anxiety of tourists with their demanding needs that seem to suck the life out of everything they see as they go along in their journey of constant imbuements. Wildflower cafe is in a decidedly Canadian town to me. Possibly the last one left in BC, or at least the island. Old cars, lots of heritage slightly run down buildings with lots of beautiful old churches. Big, wide roads and lots of forests. God, I hope the developers never find out about this place. They will destroy it in 2.5 seconds flat as they’ve destroyed every last community in BC. This place is perfect, a mix of Indigenous, colonizers, artists, farmers, workers, people flowing in and out as they pass through to get to Tofino and LOTS of surfers moving here to carve out their life as they have been displaced from what should still be there home: tofino.

Quaint Café, Big Flavor. If you want an authentic tea or coffee experience, this is the place. Gourmet flavors. Fresh herbs. Organic breads. Gluten free options. The potatoes with the tender juicy brisket biscuit were cooked perfectly, and I'm not easy to impress. The cardamom pastry was my favorite. Never had one of those before. The place was nearly full when we arrived. Clearly, it's popular and well liked. We will definitely be back!

This place has great reviews for good reason. Right next door to the best dinner spot in town, the wildflower is a sunny joint with happy staff and incredible menu items. We opted for a breakfast bun and the croissant french toast - words don't do it justice. We devoured both in minutes. An excellent composition of bread pudding, whipped cream and blueberry compote.. what more could you ask for with a refreshing iced coffee? Service was warm and helpful. We were just passing through but would return in a heartbeat. A must try.

Called ahead while about to drive through town for a tasty lunch and treat for later while on the way home. It was sooo good paired with with their home made potato chips. I ended the meal with a oh so tasty I found the staff so friendly and warm definitely recommend this cafe for anyone coming through town or townies.

We stumbled upon the prettiest little café on our way to Tofino — cozy on the inside but surprisingly spacious on the patio! Thank you, Google — you rarely let us down! The croiffin (croissant + muffin!) was absolutely delicious, and the lattes hit the spot. There were plenty of outdoor tables, and we soaked up the breezy morning weather. Definitely worth the stop!

Really lovely little cafe with great outdoor space. Some of their patio is covered and has heaters so you can sit outside next to their beautiful garden in the shoulder seasons. We’ve had coffee and pasties in the past and have tried almost every pizza on the menu. Highly recommend!

The lady at the cash suggested me a brazilain iced tea and it came out amazing. The apricot croin was very fairly balanced and tasted good. Overall experience inlcuding the food and the service was warm, welcoming and tasty

Fantastic fish and chips - some Of the best we’ve ever had! We did the halibut and salmon, both cooked to perfection. The batter was thin, extra crispy and not greasy. The malt vinegar comes in a spray bottle which is brilliant, it let us get a light and even coating on the fries. We were pleased by the selection of non-alcoholoc drinks. There is a sheltered patio area. A must visit!

Bare Bones Fish is a hidden gem. The Salmon Bowl is a must-try, the salmon is super fresh and perfectly cooked, the roasted carrots are sweet and tender, and the sauce ties it all together beautifully. Every bite is full of flavor, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The halibut fish and chips are also fantastic. If you are looking for great seafood, this place nails it. Highly recommend both, but the Salmon Bowl is next-level!

The building is historical with stained glass and original flooring. Super cute live moss art. Great outdoor seating year round with heaters. The entire menu is gluten free which is outstanding and unexpected as there is a lot of pub fare. The calamari was lemony and crispy and I wouldn't have guessed it was gluten free. The cod tacos lacked in flavour and I would give them a miss. We also really enjoyed the kale cesaer salad. Drinks were good and service was very fast. All in all, a great place to check out

The restaurant is cozy, very well designed seating area. The server is friendly and polite. Food is absolutely wonderful! Must try the salmon fish and chips. :)

Very beautiful location with excellent food at a fair price. The fish and chips were better than in England. Very friendly and attentive service staff. Would love to come back.

Came for a delicious gluten-free dinner on our way back from a day trip to Tofino, and the food was FANTASTIC!! Highly recommend the fish and chips and crab cakes! Excellent service, healthy portions, and worry-free for my gluten-free friends out there!

Food was excellent. Our server was very kind and patient. Prices are typical for sit down meal with real food. The chicken burger comes highly recommended!

An absolutely mouthwatering experience from beginning to end. We started with the baked brie and caramelized onion to accompany our berry spritz and caesar, then moved on to the shrimp linguine and chicken cordon brie and finished with the deconstructed baklava. We barely stopped to take a breath. Like hungry animals at the zoo. Cream sauce doused the table as we inhaled our dishes with such relish. Our server was phenomenal, making menu suggestions with such aplomb and warmth that we felt very assured with our choices. This restaurant is such a treasure, I'd travel across the country to eat at it again. I was also blessed to meet the chef of the place, a beautiful and talented woman who clearly has a grasp on the best things in life. We will remember this place fondly as we head home to bitter ontario. Lots of love to all the staff.

I came into the Brie and Barrel with some friends and family for a nice dinner. Keanna, our server was lovely! She looked after all our needs and knew exactly when to come and assist us. The menu has a lot of really great options for the cold months. I went with the Baked Brie as an appetizer- which was fantastic- followed by the Chicken Cordon Brie. We had a nice booth which was very private, lovely to interact with friends and family. I would give this place 10 stars if possible, will be back soon!!

Had such a great meal for our anniversary. The Lemon Pepper Prawn Linguine was so delicious, I savored every last bite. My man had the lamb and it was also delicious. The chocolate mousse is a MUST! The service was fantastic. Lovely family owned business. I hope this restaurant gets the well-deserved support. We will definitely be back. Thank you again for the lovely experience.

There is no question this is one of the best meals that I have had in a long time. The atmosphere to start with is so relaxing, calms and welcoming with nice music and place settings. We were welcomed by Keanna who was a joy. She made some fabulous drinks and was very attentive. We had the baked Brie, one of my favorite I have had. A must for sure. On to the Short ribs and the lamb. So yummy! Last thing was the chocolate Mousse, which I would recommend asking that they dont add the Carmel to, just makes it too sweet. We will be back anytime we are in town. Love the family atmosphere (Keanna's Mom and her sister run the kitchen.

Absolutlely delightful resteraunt. What an improvement from the previous incarnation. Excellent service, and the food is worthy of a Michelin Experience in Paris. Each item on the menu is worth enjoying. 5 of 5 stars. The Owners come and talk to the guests and make them feel right at home. There is not a moment where regret enters your mind. I will recommend this resteraunt to out of towners and locals alike. Worth the stop to sample this star on Argyle Street. At least more than once.

Had a really lovely dinner here last night. While the menu might read French, Italian and Mediterranean, the flavours are certainly Mediterranean and quite delicious. We had the savoury Baked Brie, the Arancini and the Beef short rib. Also had a lovely chat with the owner, really lovely gentleman and such a wonderful story. Highly recommend!

Incredible food and amazing service! My boyfriend and I came to Port Alberni for a night away and we were blown away by this place! We shared the beef carpaccio, he had the Moroccan lamb and I had the beef short rib and it was probably one of the best meals we've ever had! Our server Gemma was very knowledgeable and very sweet! We will absolutely be back again!

Great little secret spot! Breakfast all day, closes at 2 on sundays. Great little home town locals cafe with big portions and real home cook in’

Came back to this lovely little restaurant again! The fish and chips were hot, crispy, and came with a generous portion of salad. We also had the salmon egg benny — the bread was soft and tasty. The service was extremely friendly, polite, and prompt as always. Definitely a place we’ll visit again next time we’re in Port Alberni!

The service was perfect, our server was super friendly. The portions were fairly priced and filled you up. The overall vibe was quite unique as well. For all the hot chocolate lovers I will say this: You HAVE to try the hot chocolate, I ordered it and had to order another to go. (Comes with whipped cream and can be removed at request.)

We stopped for lunch on the way back from Tofino after a (too) crowded weekend in September. Several road blocks, flagmen and single file stretches after a big storm. By the time we got there we were hungry. And we definitely came to the right place. Great food, my omelet was perfect, all fresh ingredients (the fresh baked warm bread from the bakery next door was to die for), and fast, friendly service. Definitely not a chain and so attractively decorated.

Amazing little place to stop by if you're in town for a while or just passing through! Our dog was also treated very nicely with his own bowl of water and some treats! Highly recommend!

Very tasty. Portions were bigger than expected, and the food was excellent. Slight wait time on the prep of food, but not super bad. Lovely patio area, with big umbrellas for comfortable Temps. Food in photos: steak and eggs, Caesar salad, French toast (small) two stack.

I had the veggie eggs Benedict super good. Soft, veggies were fresh and as described. Avocado included in the standard plate. Easy parking. Fast service . For next time, would be good to know the crab cakes ingredients vs food intolerance thanks :)

Really enjoyed the food. Mashed potatoes had a lot of flavour, and all the pasta dishes looked really appetizing as well. I think the cordon bleu could have used more savory flavour. It was good, but maybe stronger cheese or saltier ham would make it amazing.

Best restaurant in town! Highly recommend the prime rib special on Fridays and the deep fried ice cream for dessert.

Located inside Chances RimRock Casino. I had the Chicken Parm $15.95. Moderate menu prices. Pretty good menu options. Probably one of the best restaurants, Port Alberni has to offer.

If you get overstimulated by bright lights and loud noises this place is for you. Low lighting, comfortable seating and great food.

The food was absolutely delicious, mouthwatering. I would highly recommend the chicken cordon bleu, absolutely a masterpiece. (Get the mashed potatoes though, if you get the roasted potatoes, you get like 4 or 5 tiny potatoes. The mashed potatoes are delicious and a much bigger portion for the same price.) The thing is though, the service was SO slow. I was there with my partner (I had made reservations) we had to wait probably 15 minutes just to be seated both times we were there. When we got sat down the first time we were there, first we were asked if one of us were 19, and we were hounded a little about it, even though it's a known fact that it's only the casino and alcohol you need to be 19 for, it even started that on the radio. It took the waitress upwards of 30 minutes to get back to our table when we said we just needed a couple of minutes more to decide what we wanted. We got checked on a total of once, for the waitress mid bite to ask me if I was still working on my food or if I needed a to go box, while I had the fork in my mouth mind you, and my partner said that they were done with their food and she could take their plate, the waitress had already walked off, didn't bother with my partner. We literally had to ask for our waters to be filled after waiting another 10 minutes. And then when we finally wanted the bill, we had to wait another 30 minutes while it appeared the waitress was doing who knows what at the counter, wasn't busy with customers, nothing. Second time we went, the last time we will go, same waiting situation, except we didn't want to wait an extra 30 minutes so we decided really quickly what we wanted. The 2nd time (a different one this time) the waitress did come to give us water a couple of times, but we waited an entire hour for our food. The waitress did give us a free cheesecake for our wait though which was cool, so the 2nd experience wasn't bad and not all of the wait staff is bad, just be prepared to wait a LONG time.

Friday & Saturday after 5 PM is 8 oz Prime Rib special for $27.95, comes w/ veg, potatoes & Yorkshire pudding

Had a prime rib here the other day was cooked just right 😎