After an epic day of winter activities, Campbell River has plenty of cozy restaurants to retreat to. No matter whether you’re looking for a vibrant aprés spot after hitting the slopes at Mount Washington, are dreaming of comfort foods, or simply want to nestle into a warm and welcoming atmosphere, these are the restaurants you’ll want to have on your eatery list over the winter.
Campbell River offers a variety of cozy restaurants perfect for warming up after winter activities, from lively aprés spots like Beach Fire Brewing and Carve Meatry and Kitchen to waterfront venues such as Waterfront and Anglers Restaurant with spectacular views and comforting ambiance. For hearty meals, visitors can enjoy brunch at Ideal Cafe or MORE Eatery, and warm up with international soups at Pho 54, Nhau Vietnamese Kitchen and Bar, or Grand Phoret.
Aprés in Campbell River
Cheers to a good day of skiing and snowboarding with an aprés session in Campbell River. Seek out live music and a locally-brewed beer at Beach Fire Brewing, enjoy a pint around the roaring real fire at Riptide Marine Pub, or choose from the extensive rotating tap list at Fifty Parallel Tap and Grill. All three locations serve up classic pub fare alongside their own delicious feature dishes. An elevated aprés experience awaits at Carve Meatery + Kitchen, located within Naturally Pacific Resort, with its hotel-style bar and upscale cuisine.
Unparalleled Waterfront Views, Protected From the Elements
Thanks to Campbell River’s moderate climate, the conditions are favourable to continue many outdoor activities, like hiking, biking, and trail running, year-round. Post-activity there’s some fantastic places to warm-up and recount the day’s adventures set to a quintessentially Campbell River backdrop of sea-to-sky and Discovery Island views.
Situate yourself in front of the huge windows at Waterfront, the seafood and steak restaurant in the Anchor Inn, to soak up the winter sun or marvel at the swirl of water on a stormy day, protected from the elements. Delight in the homey ambiance, historic details, roaring fireplace, and cozy wood panelling of the Anglers Restaurant at Dolphin’s Resort. Heritage, spectacular oceanfront views from the safety of comfy booth seating, and a warming log fire, can also be found at the restaurant at Painter’s Lodge Resort.
Hearty Brunch Options for Winter Adventures
If what you’re truly after on these crisp winter days is a large plate of comfort food, we know exactly where you’ll find it. Ideal Cafe is a longstanding favourite for their generous portions of breakfast classics and hearty lunchtime meals. MORE Eatery is also a hotspot for brunch and lunch, lovingly made from local ingredients, with a seasonal menu that keeps residents and visitors alike coming back to try new dishes. Both are also fantastic eateries to fuel up at before a day of chilly outdoor adventures.
Steaming Soups With International Flair
Winter is of course soup season and several Campbell River restaurants showcase international broths and bowls. Dig into a steaming bowl of pho at Pho 54 or Nhau Vietnamese Kitchen and Bar, or try one of the substantial Vietnamese-inspired bowls at the latter, complete with crispy spring rolls. Grand Phoret is a Vietnamese fusion restaurant serving other soups alongside pho, flavourful Banh Mi, dumplings, and hearty rice dishes.
