Original Joe's - Nanaimo

4.7

128 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Fancy

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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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(250) 585-1563
Website
https://www.originaljoes.ca/en/locations/bc/nanaimo/3280-north-island-highway
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3280 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1
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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BruschettaCA$13.75
baked mozza & parmesan garlic crostinis.
Truffle Parm FriesCA$12.00
fresh cut fries, truffle oil, grated parm, malt vinegar aioli.
Dynamite ShrimpCA$19.75
spicy chili aioli, unagi sauce, togarashi.
Chili Lime ChickenCA$17.00
crispy chicken, chow mein noodles, chili lime sauce, cucumber, matchstick carrots, sesame seeds, green onion.
Traditional PoutineCA$13.50
quebec curd, gravy.
Onion RingsCA$12.00
panko crusted, dill dip.
Jalapeno Mac & CheeseCA$14.75
creamy cheese sauce, toasted parmesan panko.
Brussels SproutsCA$15.50
red pepper, bacon, parmesan, cilantro, lime crema.
CalamariCA$17.75
onions, jalapenos, bell peppers, tzatziki.
Chicken GyozaCA$15.75
pan-fried chicken & vegetable dumplings, sweet & spicy soy, garlic chili oil, sesame sauce, green onions.
Mini Stuffed YorkiesCA$17.50
5 mini yorkies, Certified Angus Beef ®, horseradish aioli, au jus for dipping.
Joe's Dry RibsCA$16.75
garlic sesame marinated pork ends, garlic butter, coarse black pepper.
Chicken Wings 1LBCA$18.50
JD bbq, honey garlic, teriyaki, sweet chili, caribbean jerk, hot, salt & pepper, greek, salt & vinegar, dill pickle, cajun, ghost pepper.

Nachos

INDIVIDUAL NACHOSCA$16.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
TABLE NACHOSCA$23.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
PARTY NACHOSCA$42.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.

Are all served with 2 sides

Beef DipCA$24.00
AAA shaved roast beef, toasted baguette, mushrooms, onions, swiss, horseradish mayo, au jus.
Chicken Club WrapCA$21.50
chicken, bacon, cheddar, avocado, tomato, lettuce, mayo, red wine vinaigrette.
Buffalo Chicken WrapCA$21.50
crispy buffalo style chicken, lettuce, cheddar, tomato, green onion, ranch.
Carolina Pulled PorkCA$19.50
JD bbq sauce, coleslaw.
A.C.E. Cheese BurgerCA$21.00
two beef patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce.
The OriginalCA$18.75
lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle, burger sauce.
The KonaCA$23.50
teriyaki, grilled pineapple, bacon, mozza, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo.
Jack Daniel's BBQ Bacon CheeseCA$22.75
charbroiled beef patty w/ JD bbq sauce, bacon, cheddar, brioche, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, dill pickle, burger sauce
Cajun Chicken CheddarCA$21.75
lettuce, mayo, tomato, onion, cheddar.
ImpossibleTM BurgerCA$19.50
lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce.
The Haddock StackCA$22.50
beer battered haddock, brioche bun, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce.

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGERS

ClassicCA$21.00
lettuce, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Nashville SpicyCA$21.00
nashville spices, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Ghost PepperCA$21.00
ghost pepper sauce, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.

Soups & Salads

French Onion SoupCA$10.25
house made croutons, provolone cheese.
Pacific Rim Noodle SoupCA$21.50
chicken, shrimp, rice noodles, veg, spiced chicken stock, chili garlic oil.
Tomato Bacon Soup BowlCA$9.00
Tomato Bacon Soup w/ crostinisCA$12.75
baked mozza & parmesan garlic crostinis.
Chicken Caesar SaladCA$21.00
chicken served grilled or cajun, romaine, croutons, bacon, parmesan.
California CobbCA$21.75
chicken, cheddar, bacon, avocado, cucumber, tomato, egg, balsamic bleu cheese vinaigrette.
The West Coast ChopCA$17.25
cucumber, avocado, goat cheese, dried cranberries, candied almonds, baked chickpeas, honey dijon vinaigrette.

Casual

Dragon Boat Lettuce WrapsCA$19.00
chicken breast, carrots, red peppers, mushrooms, onions, cabbage, chow mein noodles, cashews, cilantro, hoisin peanut sauce, chili garlic oil
Chicken TendersCA$21.50
plum sauce, homecut fries, gravy or dill dip.
Chipotle Chicken QuesadillaCA$21.25
chipotle chicken, cheddar, mozza, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, salsa, chipotle sauce & guacamole. served w/ fries
Baja Fish TacosCA$19.25
beer battered haddock, tangy coleslaw, tomato, green onion, chipotle aioli, cilantro, served w/ fries.

Mains

Steak SandwichCA$27.00
6oz AAA top sirloin, garlic bread w/ 2 sides.
Butter ChickenCA$21.00
chicken breast, curried cream sauce, basmati rice, cilantro, yogurt, garlic naan.
Spicy Shanghai Noodle BowlCA$23.00
fat noodles, AAA shaved beef, bok choy, carrots, red pepper, celery, red onions in a shanghai chili soy glaze, topped w/ 5 spice peanuts & bird's eye chilis.
Teriyaki Rice BowlCA$17.00
broccoli, red onion, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, red pepper, teriyaki sauce, sesame brown rice, cashews.
Bruschetta Chicken FettuccineCA$22.00
bruschetta, chicken, pesto cream sauce.
Fish & ChipsCA$17.00
north atlantic haddock, tartar sauce, gravy or dill dip.

The Sweet Spot

Dirt PieCA$10.00
chocolate & espresso flake ice cream, fudge brownie, cookie crust, topped w/ caramel, chocolate & candied almonds.
Chocolate BrownieCA$8.00
warmed brownie, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate & caramel sauce.
New York CheesecakeCA$11.00
classic cheesecake, gluten free crust, blueberry compote, chantilly cream, fresh mint.

KIDS

Mac & CheeseCA$12.00
cavatappi noodles in cheese sauce.
Chicken & BroccoliCA$12.00
with plum sauce, over brown rice.
CheeseburgerCA$12.00
american cheese, ketchup & pickle. +1 side
Chicken FingersCA$12.00
2 fingers with plum sauce. +1 side
Grilled Cheese SandwichCA$12.00
american cheese, white bread with a pickle on the side. +1 side

What 128 people are saying

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

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Original Joe's in Nanaimo offers a "wonderful" dining experience with "excellent" service and food that consistently delights. Recent renovations have created a more open atmosphere, enhancing your visit. Notable dishes include the "Pacific Rim noodle bowl," while the eggs Benedict and wings come highly recommended. Perfect for brunch or any occasion.

128 Reviews

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Tracey
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
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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Lorrie
Hawaii1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Not sure what exactly is Original in Original Joe's except a couple of meat dishes. Standard fare found in many other similar establishments. Good food overall-nothing to write home about. Service was outstanding.
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Paige
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
OJ’s is amazing, the food is great, the staff is great!
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Heather
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was awesome, food was great,portions were over the top,will definitely go back, only thing was it was quiet loud but overall a 10
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Mary
Vancouver1 review
4.0
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Table we were originally sat at was high and the chairs felt like I was sitting in a bucket which made the table top at high chest level. So noisy I asked to be moved outside to the heated deck area, which was a lot quieter although chairs were still not very comfortable.
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Terence
Vancouver1 review
4.0
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great. Good music! My family and I are looking forward to returning soon.
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Andrew VIP
Vancouver28 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
amazing as usual. the Pacific Rim soup is my only go to here.
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clohr
Vancouver28 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was so nice! Food as always was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice restaurant for a Sunday brunch. Staff appreciate your business.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I tried the pulled pork and it was not good. There was no sauce really and the meat was crunchy like it sat in a pot and got stuck and scraped off of it.
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Original Joe's - Nanaimo does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes. Original Joe's - Nanaimo also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (250) 585-1563.

Original Joe's - Nanaimo is rated 4.7 stars by 128 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

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.originaljoes.ca/en/locations/bc/nanaimo/3280-north-island-highway
Phone number
(250) 585-1563

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Original Joe's - Nanaimo

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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BruschettaCA$13.75

Truffle Parm FriesCA$12.00

Dynamite ShrimpCA$19.75

Chili Lime ChickenCA$17.00

Traditional PoutineCA$13.50

Onion RingsCA$12.00

Jalapeno Mac & CheeseCA$14.75

Brussels SproutsCA$15.50

CalamariCA$17.75

Chicken GyozaCA$15.75

Mini Stuffed YorkiesCA$17.50

Joe's Dry RibsCA$16.75

Chicken Wings 1LBCA$18.50

Nachos

INDIVIDUAL NACHOSCA$16.00

TABLE NACHOSCA$23.00

PARTY NACHOSCA$42.00

Are all served with 2 sides

Beef DipCA$24.00

Chicken Club WrapCA$21.50

Buffalo Chicken WrapCA$21.50

Carolina Pulled PorkCA$19.50

A.C.E. Cheese BurgerCA$21.00

The OriginalCA$18.75

The KonaCA$23.50

Jack Daniel's BBQ Bacon CheeseCA$22.75

Cajun Chicken CheddarCA$21.75

ImpossibleTM BurgerCA$19.50

The Haddock StackCA$22.50

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGERS

ClassicCA$21.00

Nashville SpicyCA$21.00

Ghost PepperCA$21.00

Soups & Salads

French Onion SoupCA$10.25

Pacific Rim Noodle SoupCA$21.50

Tomato Bacon Soup BowlCA$9.00

Tomato Bacon Soup w/ crostinisCA$12.75

Chicken Caesar SaladCA$21.00

California CobbCA$21.75

The West Coast ChopCA$17.25

Casual

Dragon Boat Lettuce WrapsCA$19.00

Chicken TendersCA$21.50

Chipotle Chicken QuesadillaCA$21.25

Baja Fish TacosCA$19.25

Mains

Steak SandwichCA$27.00

Butter ChickenCA$21.00

Spicy Shanghai Noodle BowlCA$23.00

Teriyaki Rice BowlCA$17.00

Bruschetta Chicken FettuccineCA$22.00

Fish & ChipsCA$17.00

The Sweet Spot

Dirt PieCA$10.00

Chocolate BrownieCA$8.00

New York CheesecakeCA$11.00

KIDS

Mac & CheeseCA$12.00

Chicken & BroccoliCA$12.00

CheeseburgerCA$12.00

Chicken FingersCA$12.00

Grilled Cheese SandwichCA$12.00

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