Ice House Oyster Bar

4.4

169 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Great for scenic views
Romantic
Innovative

Join us on Tofino’s historic Ice House waterfront patio, a place where you can watch the sun go down as you enjoy locally-caught, sustainable seafood. Our food is crafted with love and is a product of our beautiful environment. Watch as fishermen land fish and fill up on ice for the next catch. And the local wildlife might even put on a show for you too!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Canadian
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(250) 725-4239
Website
http://www.icehousetofino.ca/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
David Provencial

Location
81 West St, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
Neighborhood
Tofino
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Chardonnay, Stony Knoll, Okanagan Falls, BC
Explosive aromas of tropical fruit and candied apple, stone-fruit and baking spices. A subtle minerality
- 5ozCA$11.00
- 8ozCA$17.00
Pinot Grigio, Averill Creek, Cowichan Valley, BC
Stainless steel fermented, crisp, fruity, apple and citrus flavours
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 8ozCA$16.00
Pinot Gris, Black Widow, Naramata, BC
Pale peach in colour. Stone fruit, nicely balanced and full palate
- 5ozCA$11.00
- 8ozCA$17.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Stags Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC
Tropical and gooseberry flavours with an abundant bouquet, always crisp, elegant and refreshing
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 8ozCA$16.00
Riesling/Muscat, La Frenz La Vita Pazza
Floral, tropical fruits nectarine and mango. Citris and minerality with good acidity
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 8ozCA$16.00

Rose

Gamay Noir/Pinot Noir, Quill, Cowichan Valley, BC
Dry and light-bodied, strawberries, rhubarb and red plum
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 8ozCA$16.00
Cabernet Sauvignon/Franc, Clos du Soleil, Similkameen Valley, BC
Dry medium-bodied, strawberry, raspberry jam, and baked rhubarb, fresh acidity and an underlying minerality
- 5ozCA$12.00
- 8ozCA$19.00

Red

Cabernet Sauvignon, Kettle Valley, Naramata, BC
Aromas of plum, black cherry and vanilla. Black currant, black cherry and vanilla with a hint of mint on the finish
- 5ozCA$12.00
- 8ozCA$19.00
Cabernet Franc, Stags Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC
A lovely, complex, feminine nose of sweet floral, spicy perfume, light cola, fresh mint, vanilla-oak, and ripe berry fruit aromas
- 5ozCA$12.00
- 8ozCA$19.00
Merlot, Hester Creek, Oliver BC
Flavours are ripe and firm, with red and black fruit hints
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 8ozCA$16.00
Pinot Noir, Thornhaven Estate, Summerland, BC
The full tannins are balanced by peppery flavours and aromas of ripe cherry and strawberry
- 5ozCA$11.00
- 8ozCA$17.00

Sparkling Wines

Segura Viudas Cava Brut Reserva, Spain, NVCA$45.00
Orofino Moscato Frizzante, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2016CA$55.00
Domaine Chandon Brut Classic, Napa, CA, NVCA$75.00
Fitzpatrick, Fitz Brut, Peachland, BC, 2014CA$80.00
Sage Hills Brut Sauvage, 2014, Summerland, BCCA$92.00
Benjamin Bridge Brut, Gaspereau River, NS, 2008CA$116.00
Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, Reims, FR, NVCA$147.00

White Wine

Blends & Interesting Varietal

La Frenz, La Vita Pazza, Penticton, BC, 2015CA$49.00
Riesling, Muscat
Fitzpatrick, Interlooper, Peachland, BC, 2015CA$54.00
Gewurztraminer
Clos du Soleil, Capella, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2014CA$69.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Soave Classico, Montresor, Veneto, Italy, 2015CA$79.00
Garganega

Chardonnay

Stony Knoll, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2014CA$49.00
Rodney Strong Chalk Hill, Sonoma County, California, 2013CA$75.00
Fox Trot, Four Shadows Vineyard, Naramata, BC, 2015CA$99.00

Pinot Blanc

Lake Breeze, Naramata, BC, 2015CA$48.00
Mission Hill, Okanagan Valley, BC, 2016CA$49.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Stag Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2015CA$49.00
Dog Point, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2015CA$89.00

Pinot Gris/Grigio

Averill Creek, Cowichan Valley, BC, 2015CA$49.00
Black Widow, Naramata, BC, 2017CA$56.00
Santa Margherita, Valdadige, Italy, 2016CA$58.00

Riesling

Gray Monk, Estate, Okanagan Valley, BC, 2015CA$49.00
Mure, Signature, Alsace, FR, 2014CA$61.00

Red Wines

Blends & Interesting Varietal

Bodegas Abanico, Hazaña Viñas Viejas, Rioja, Spain, 2014CA$69.00
Tempranillo, Graciano
Ducale, Chianti Classico Riserva, DOCG, Tuscany, Italy, 2012CA$70.00
Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Orofino, Beleza, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2013CA$89.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot
Osoyoos LaRose, Le Grand Vin, Osoyoos, BC, VQA, 2013CA$125.00
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, Malbec
Chateau Beau-Site, Saint-Estephe AOC, Bordeaux, FR, 2005CA$140.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, Malbec

Cabernet Sauvignon

Kettle Valley, Naramata, BC, 2013CA$59.00
Irony, Napa, CA, 2013CA$64.00
Paul Hobbs, Cross Barn, Napa, CA, 2014CA$150.00

Syrah/Shiraz

Stags Hollow Renaissance, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2014CA$70.00
John Duval, Entity, Barossa, AUS, 2010CA$140.00

Merlot

Hester Creek, Oliver, BC, 2016CA$49.00
Charles Smith, The Velvet Devil, Columbia Valley, WA, 2014CA$65.00
Duckhorn, Napa, CA, 2013CA$137.00

Pinot Noir

Thornhaven Estate, Summerland, BC, 2013CA$55.00
La Frenz, Desperation Hills, Penticton, BC, 2012CA$59.00
Sage Hills, Summerland, BC, 2015CA$105.00
Fox Trot, Fox Trot Vineyard, Naramata, BC, 2014CA$125.00
Davis Bynum, Russian River, CA, 2013CA$150.00

What 169 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.2Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

169 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent and the portions were good. I like that the meal came with the sides . The ambiance was great. It was a lovely evening and there was outside seating if you wanted.
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Foodlovers
Vancouver
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Our server was terrible. He made the experience good rather than outstanding. Food was exceptional buy a poor service made it a frustrating and unpleqsant experience.
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Foodlovers
Vancouver
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was so good we ate here 2 nights in a row. Creative, clever, sophisticated menu. Firat night our server was amazing. 2nd night server was a dud and none of the food came out hot.
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JudyB
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were visiting Tofino and the reviews for the Ice House were very good, so it was on our list to try. We were not disappointed. Despite having a reservation, the service staff basically ignored us for approx. 15 min. while we waited at the door. Once seated we waited for another 10 min. or more for someone to bring us menus. They were clearly understaffed for how busy they were that evening. Once we were on the radar, service improved and we enjoyed an amazing meal. The atmosphere was fun and upbeat. The sunset that particular evening was stunning, so all in all it was a very good choice.
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Thomas
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant is placed in the waterfront, and there is an amazing view to the sea. The food was excellent. We enjoyed our visit at the restaurant very much and can highly recommend a visit at Ice House Oyster Bar.
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JoyS
Seattle
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food service was slow but great location & oysters were super!
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VickiB
Montreal
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Locally sourced foods, e.g. chanterelles, oysters and halibut, were such a welcomed change from the standard fare one finds at most restaurants. My only complaint was that the 8 ounce glass of wine for $19 was unexceptional and overpriced. My cocktail (a house specialty) was a much better choice.
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ShonaM
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food, especially the fresh seafood platter. However, we did find the place quite cool with the door constantly opening to the outside patio.
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FionaM
Vancouver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A really great evening with awesome service, thank you. Fiona
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ChristelV
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place with fabulous food! Great experience, wonderful staff and a view to die for❤️ Must do when in Tofino
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81 West St, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0

Additional information

Neighborhood
Tofino
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Canadian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
David Provencial
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.icehousetofino.ca/
Phone number
(250) 725-4239

Ice House Oyster Bar

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Poured Wines

Sparkling

Orofino Moscato Frizzante, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2016

Fitzpatrick, Fitz Brut, Peachland, BC, 2014

White

Chardonnay, Stony Knoll, Okanagan Falls, BC

Pinot Grigio, Averill Creek, Cowichan Valley, BC

Pinot Gris, Black Widow, Naramata, BC

Sauvignon Blanc, Stags Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC

Riesling/Muscat, La Frenz La Vita Pazza

Rose

Gamay Noir/Pinot Noir, Quill, Cowichan Valley, BC

Cabernet Sauvignon/Franc, Clos du Soleil, Similkameen Valley, BC

Red

Cabernet Sauvignon, Kettle Valley, Naramata, BC

Cabernet Franc, Stags Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC

Merlot, Hester Creek, Oliver BC

Pinot Noir, Thornhaven Estate, Summerland, BC

Sparkling Wines

Segura Viudas Cava Brut Reserva, Spain, NVCA$45.00

Orofino Moscato Frizzante, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2016CA$55.00

Domaine Chandon Brut Classic, Napa, CA, NVCA$75.00

Fitzpatrick, Fitz Brut, Peachland, BC, 2014CA$80.00

Sage Hills Brut Sauvage, 2014, Summerland, BCCA$92.00

Benjamin Bridge Brut, Gaspereau River, NS, 2008CA$116.00

Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, Reims, FR, NVCA$147.00

White Wine

Blends & Interesting Varietal

La Frenz, La Vita Pazza, Penticton, BC, 2015CA$49.00

Fitzpatrick, Interlooper, Peachland, BC, 2015CA$54.00

Clos du Soleil, Capella, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2014CA$69.00

Soave Classico, Montresor, Veneto, Italy, 2015CA$79.00

Chardonnay

Stony Knoll, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2014CA$49.00

Rodney Strong Chalk Hill, Sonoma County, California, 2013CA$75.00

Fox Trot, Four Shadows Vineyard, Naramata, BC, 2015CA$99.00

Pinot Blanc

Lake Breeze, Naramata, BC, 2015CA$48.00

Mission Hill, Okanagan Valley, BC, 2016CA$49.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Stag Hollow, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2015CA$49.00

Dog Point, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2015CA$89.00

Pinot Gris/Grigio

Averill Creek, Cowichan Valley, BC, 2015CA$49.00

Black Widow, Naramata, BC, 2017CA$56.00

Santa Margherita, Valdadige, Italy, 2016CA$58.00

Riesling

Gray Monk, Estate, Okanagan Valley, BC, 2015CA$49.00

Mure, Signature, Alsace, FR, 2014CA$61.00

Red Wines

Blends & Interesting Varietal

Bodegas Abanico, Hazaña Viñas Viejas, Rioja, Spain, 2014CA$69.00

Ducale, Chianti Classico Riserva, DOCG, Tuscany, Italy, 2012CA$70.00

Orofino, Beleza, Similkameen Valley, BC, 2013CA$89.00

Osoyoos LaRose, Le Grand Vin, Osoyoos, BC, VQA, 2013CA$125.00

Chateau Beau-Site, Saint-Estephe AOC, Bordeaux, FR, 2005CA$140.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Kettle Valley, Naramata, BC, 2013CA$59.00

Irony, Napa, CA, 2013CA$64.00

Paul Hobbs, Cross Barn, Napa, CA, 2014CA$150.00

Syrah/Shiraz

Stags Hollow Renaissance, Okanagan Falls, BC, 2014CA$70.00

John Duval, Entity, Barossa, AUS, 2010CA$140.00

Merlot

Hester Creek, Oliver, BC, 2016CA$49.00

Charles Smith, The Velvet Devil, Columbia Valley, WA, 2014CA$65.00

Duckhorn, Napa, CA, 2013CA$137.00

Pinot Noir

Thornhaven Estate, Summerland, BC, 2013CA$55.00

La Frenz, Desperation Hills, Penticton, BC, 2012CA$59.00

Sage Hills, Summerland, BC, 2015CA$105.00

Fox Trot, Fox Trot Vineyard, Naramata, BC, 2014CA$125.00

Davis Bynum, Russian River, CA, 2013CA$150.00

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