Island Made. Although known for pioneering the craft beer industry and paving the way for modern day brewpubs in Canada, Spinnakers has always believed that the measure of a good pub is in its ability to serve a good meal along with a good pint.
Breakfast MENU - Spinnakers Brewpub & Guest House Restaurant
Served from 8am - 2pm daily Vegetarian Vegetrian Option Available Gluten Free Gluten Free Option Available Ocean Wise Ocean Wise Seafood Choice Informed Dining Ask for Nutrition Information Inform your server of any sensitivities. Parties of 12 or more subject to 15% gratuity.
Spinnakers Granola Parfait
Spinnakers garden grown fruit compote and natural yogurt, garden rosemary infused honey. Vegan option available
$6.00
Baker's Choice
Spinnakers bakery fresh pastry of the day. Price Varies
Brewer's Breakfast
Two fried Highland Bound Ranch eggs, Hertel bacon, Nut Brown Ale pork banger, pan fried potatoes, bakery fresh buttermilk scone, and Spinnakers beer jelly.
$14.00
Okanagan Goat Cheese Frittata
Cracked pepper, spinach & red onion, potato, island grown green salad, saffron vinaigrette
$13.00
Brick Oven Breakfast Pizza
Sunny side up egg, roasted potato, bacon, spinach, marinara, Nostrala cheese
$15.00
Caramel French Toast
house made granola crumble, Cascadia dark ale caramel, Fernwood coffees espresso whipped cream.
$9.50
Traditional Benny Hash
Local Ham - roasted apples, fresh rosemary, scone, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, pan fried potatoes 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, pan fried potatoes
$13.00
Salmon Hash Benny
house smoked wild pacific salmon - spinach, fried capers, scone, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, pan fried potatoes
$13.00
Mushroom Hash Benny
wild BC mushrooms - braised kale, garden herbs, grilled sourdough, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, pan fried potatoes
$13.00
Pork Hash Benny
house smoked beer braised pork - malt vinegar pickled cabbage, grilled sourdough, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise, pan fried potatoes
$13.00
APPETIZERS MENU - Spinnakers Brewpub & Guest House Restaurant
House Made Bread
A selection of our daily made bread with smoked garlic butter
$3.00
Outlandish Oysters
Freshly shucked petit gem oysters on the half shell, craft brewed pumpkin ale infused vinegar
$12.00 (1/2 Dozen)
Brewhouse Tasting Plate
locally produced salami, Amber ale cheese, Comox brie, ale poached pear, grainy mustard, malt vinegar pickled local vegetables, smoked cheddar and ale whip, beer bread baguette, crostini
$15.50
West Coast fish plate
house smoked salmon, albacore tuna tartar, 1 bacon wrapped smoked oyster, kelp crackers, baguette, apple chutney.
$13.00
Pulled Pork Nachos
Spinnakers ale braised pulled pork, malt vinegar pickled cabbage, red onion, 8oz cheddar & monterey cheese, house made tomato salsa and sour cream. Vegetarian option available.
Individual
$10.50Full
$18.00
Wilbury Farm's Hazelnut Pate
Beetroot hummus, pickled onions & island grown greens with crostini
$12.50
Springcrest Farm's chicken wings
house smoked with Vancouver Island sea salt & pepper or Cascadia dark ale BBQ sauce, malt vinegar aioli
$12.00
Kennebec Fries
Cut on premises, Vancouver Island sea salt, cracked pepper, rouille and malt vinegar
$5.50
Natural Pastures Poutine
Served with Natural Pastures cheese and house made gravy. Add Pulled Pork+4.0
Standard
$10.00
SOUP
Seafood Chowder
Award winning, cream based West Coast style, served with house baked fresh artisan bread.
Cup
$6.00Bowl
$8.00
Vegetarian Seasonal Soup
Daily made seasonal creations from fresh local fare. Served with house baked fresh artisan bread.
Farmstead's feta, Westwind farm's parsley chermoula, local tomato, pickled red onion, Tree Island yogurt tzatiki, ciabatta. Served with hand cut kennebec french fries, house greens or soup of the day
$14.50
SEASONAL ENTREES
(AVAILABLE AFTER 5PM)
Crispy Skinned Sablefish
Cortes Island Clams, Salt Spring Island grown shiitakes, BC grown bok choy & new potatoes, hot & sour sesame broth, Bamfield kelp
$24.00
Spinnakers Apple Cider & Grainy Mustard Glazed Fraser Valley Pork Loin
Great atmosphere, love the view, wouldn't mind a few more meny options though.... I have been there a few times never disapointed but always have difficulty making my decisions.
One of the dine around menu options was sold out but there was no real substitute. Suggest you let diners chose something of equivalent cost from the menu when that happens. We had read the menu in advance so that was a let down.
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:3/5
Service:4/5
By Lisa
January 16, 2021
Fantastic 3 course brunch menu with Dine-Around-Town 2021. Great service and great food. I forgot how much I love Spinnakers. I'll be back in the near future for sure!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Melissa
January 10, 2021
Thanks for a great and safe dining experience
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Ron
January 9, 2021
Our server was pleasant and we were comped for one meal due to a computer glitch that failed to produce one of the meals. Food was very good!!! Will return....
Ambiance:3/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:4/5
By Peter
January 3, 2021
Thanks for your strict covid protocols. We really do appreciate it.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Julie
December 27, 2020
Mark and Gage were very polite and kind - amazing service! The kale flatbread and the beet & goat cheese salad were out of this world!
We will be back and we always recommend 10/10!
Thank for providing such a wonderful place during such a strange year. ❤
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Ric
December 23, 2020
We needed a wheelchair accessible table and none were available. Unfortunate, but nobody's fault. The team did a great job setting us up and taking care of us outside. Not ideal for atmosphere but the service and food were excellent.
There is no handicap parking since they set up outside tables. That needs to be remedied.
Ambiance:3/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Jana
December 16, 2020
No atmosphere. Place seemed a bit dirty. Meal very average.
Ambiance:2/5
Cuisine:3/5
Service:3/5
By Marvin
December 13, 2020
Excellent job all round.
Ambiance:3/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Joanne
December 13, 2020
Excellent as always !!!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Cheryl
November 22, 2020
We had a great time at Spinnakers. They are doing an excellent job at making guests feel safe during Covid. It was actually the third time we eaten there in three weeks, due in large part to being able to enjoy eating out in a safe environment. The food is excellent, service is just right-there when you need someone and very accommodating. We’ll be back!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:5/5
By Sandy
November 20, 2020
Nice relaxed lunch with my grandson! will come again...
thank you
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Kate
November 18, 2020
Always a great time at Spinnakers! Fantastic beer, food, and atmosphere.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Cindy
November 8, 2020
Spinnakers staff were very pleasant and helpful. Server was very attentive and food was great!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Dale
November 9, 2020
Great service and great food!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Lois
November 7, 2020
The service was wonderful, especially during this Civid time. The bar attendant was great! Helped me choose the right beer. Helped choose the right mussels. Plenty of space .
Brilliant service.
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:5/5
By Michelle
November 3, 2020
Not sure why nachos were taken off the menu, otherwise the visit was good.
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:4/5
By Judy
November 2, 2020
The food we had was really good and the service was also good. My only criticism is the lack of gluten free options particularly on the starters menu. I am celiac and must eat gluten free and there were not many options on the menu. I would likely decide to go elsewhere in the future for this reason.
Ambiance:3/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:5/5
By Jennifer
November 2, 2020
I do not like doing these surveys. If I'm not happy, I shall speak to the people myself. I shall not do this again.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Molly
November 2, 2020
Had the seafood board and wine service was very good and the food and drinks great. Amazing views as well
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Leanne
March 1, 2020
What a fabulous establishment with great service and food! We especially loved the truffles at the end of our meal and had to buy more on our way out. Will definitely be back soon!!
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Sarah
March 1, 2020
Great food, great service. Menu has such a nice variety was difficult to choose! The chocolates and merchandise on the way out is a great idea. Haven’t been here for a while. Will be back soon.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By James
February 23, 2020
We always enjoy the place, it is on our list whenver we come into town for business or pleasure
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:4/5
Service:4/5
By Lisa
February 23, 2020
Never disappointed. Great food, friendly staff, beautiful spot
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Ron
February 20, 2020
Great as usual. We have been coming since ‘84.
It never disappoints 😊
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:4/5
By SARAH
February 15, 2020
I usually really enjoy the food so this may be an anomaly but I tried a special pizza and it was incredibly bland and the decorative arugula was more like a salad on top of a pizza. A sprinkling would be better.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:3/5
Service:5/5
By Graham
February 15, 2020
What a great spot. Setting was nice and cozy, food was quick and was spot on for taste. We loved to hear you made all your deserts in house so we couldn't go wrong with any of them !
We even picked up a few truffles on our way out.
We had a very nice dinner - thanks
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:5/5
Service:5/5
By Karen
February 8, 2020
We stopped going to Spinnakers several years ago because the quality of the food had declined. I'm also celiac - not too many options on the menu for me. This visit was OK - not stellar but OK!
Ambiance:4/5
Cuisine:3/5
Service:5/5
By Kim
February 5, 2020
Great atmosphere, as always.
Delivery time for appetizer after ordering was longer than usual, despite the restaurant not being completely full.
My two companions enjoyed their meals. My rice bowl with tofu and extra shrimp was delivered with cold tofu perched on the cold rim of the bowl, and cold, cold shrimp in a side dish. Presumably the tofu had cooled while we enjoyed our appetizer. While I was advised that the extra shrimp would be "baby shrimp" (no problem there), there was no indication that the extra shrimp would be served cold in a side dish.
Our server was excellent.
Ambiance:5/5
Cuisine:3/5
Service:4/5
By Marilyn
February 5, 2020
Our server was delightful. She gave us lots of time to decide, and was happy to tell us her favourites when we asked her. She had such an engaging personality that she really added to our experience. We all had the seafood chowder and it was delicious.
Don’t expect to find any imports here: The beer doesn’t travel that far. In fact, it’s brewed right on site. So grab a Lion’s Head Cascadia Dark Ale, take a seat and enjoy the waterfront view. Make sure you’ve built up an appetite, too: The chef here is all about local ingredients, and from the local water shrimp melt to the Cache Creek beef flank steak, the BC flavour is apparent in every bite.
Although they only have three burgers on their menu, Victoria’s only gastro brewpub has spent a lot of time perfecting them. Their vegetarian BC Beet & Lentil Burger featuring spicy sprouts, malt vinegar pickled cabbage, and tzatziki rivals their meaty Brewpub Burger. And don’t even get us started on the Braised Pulled Pork Sandwich with Cascadia dark ale BBQ sauce and aioli – we’re drooling just thinking about it! Grab yourself one of their own superb craft beers and just try to decide between the three. We dare you.
Nestled along the waterfront in the quiet neighbourhood of Vic West, Spinnakers plays host to one of the most tranquil seaside patios in the city. With a plum vantage point along the Westsong Walkway, this patio serves up picturesque harbour views, as well a tasty menu that prides itself on the freshest local ingredients. Watch the float planes land in the Inner Harbour as you dine on everything from fish and chips and brick oven pizzas, to hazelnut pâté and mutton burgers.
