Original Joe's - Nanaimo

4.7

128 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

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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 11:00–00:00
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
Area
Nanaimo
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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BruschettaCAD 13.75
baked mozza & parmesan garlic crostinis.
Truffle Parm FriesCAD 12.00
fresh cut fries, truffle oil, grated parm, malt vinegar aioli.
Dynamite ShrimpCAD 19.75
spicy chili aioli, unagi sauce, togarashi.
Chili Lime ChickenCAD 17.00
crispy chicken, chow mein noodles, chili lime sauce, cucumber, matchstick carrots, sesame seeds, green onion.
Traditional PoutineCAD 13.50
quebec curd, gravy.
Onion RingsCAD 12.00
panko crusted, dill dip.
Jalapeno Mac & CheeseCAD 14.75
creamy cheese sauce, toasted parmesan panko.
Brussels SproutsCAD 15.50
red pepper, bacon, parmesan, cilantro, lime crema.
CalamariCAD 17.75
onions, jalapenos, bell peppers, tzatziki.
Chicken GyozaCAD 15.75
pan-fried chicken & vegetable dumplings, sweet & spicy soy, garlic chili oil, sesame sauce, green onions.
Mini Stuffed YorkiesCAD 17.50
5 mini yorkies, Certified Angus Beef ®, horseradish aioli, au jus for dipping.
Joe's Dry RibsCAD 16.75
garlic sesame marinated pork ends, garlic butter, coarse black pepper.
Chicken Wings 1LBCAD 18.50
JD bbq, honey garlic, teriyaki, sweet chili, caribbean jerk, hot, salt & pepper, greek, salt & vinegar, dill pickle, cajun, ghost pepper.

Nachos

INDIVIDUAL NACHOSCAD 16.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
TABLE NACHOSCAD 23.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
PARTY NACHOSCAD 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 DipCAD 24.00
AAA shaved roast beef, toasted baguette, mushrooms, onions, swiss, horseradish mayo, au jus.
Chicken Club WrapCAD 21.50
chicken, bacon, cheddar, avocado, tomato, lettuce, mayo, red wine vinaigrette.
Buffalo Chicken WrapCAD 21.50
crispy buffalo style chicken, lettuce, cheddar, tomato, green onion, ranch.
Carolina Pulled PorkCAD 19.50
JD bbq sauce, coleslaw.
A.C.E. Cheese BurgerCAD 21.00
two beef patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce.
The OriginalCAD 18.75
lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle, burger sauce.
The KonaCAD 23.50
teriyaki, grilled pineapple, bacon, mozza, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo.
Jack Daniel's BBQ Bacon CheeseCAD 22.75
charbroiled beef patty w/ JD bbq sauce, bacon, cheddar, brioche, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, dill pickle, burger sauce
Cajun Chicken CheddarCAD 21.75
lettuce, mayo, tomato, onion, cheddar.
ImpossibleTM BurgerCAD 19.50
lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce.
The Haddock StackCAD 22.50
beer battered haddock, brioche bun, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce.

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGERS

ClassicCAD 21.00
lettuce, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Nashville SpicyCAD 21.00
nashville spices, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Ghost PepperCAD 21.00
ghost pepper sauce, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.

Soups & Salads

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

Casual

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

Mains

Steak SandwichCAD 27.00
6oz AAA top sirloin, garlic bread w/ 2 sides.
Butter ChickenCAD 21.00
chicken breast, curried cream sauce, basmati rice, cilantro, yogurt, garlic naan.
Spicy Shanghai Noodle BowlCAD 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 BowlCAD 17.00
broccoli, red onion, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, red pepper, teriyaki sauce, sesame brown rice, cashews.
Bruschetta Chicken FettuccineCAD 22.00
bruschetta, chicken, pesto cream sauce.
Fish & ChipsCAD 17.00
north atlantic haddock, tartar sauce, gravy or dill dip.

The Sweet Spot

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

KIDS

Mac & CheeseCAD 12.00
cavatappi noodles in cheese sauce.
Chicken & BroccoliCAD 12.00
with plum sauce, over brown rice.
CheeseburgerCAD 12.00
american cheese, ketchup & pickle. +1 side
Chicken FingersCAD 12.00
2 fingers with plum sauce. +1 side
Grilled Cheese SandwichCAD 12.00
american cheese, white bread with a pickle on the side. +1 side

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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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

T
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 15 February 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 5 January 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 23 December 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 12 November 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 25 September 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 16 June 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 16 June 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 14 June 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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FAQs

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

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3280 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC V9T 1W1

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Nanaimo
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00–00:00
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, 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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

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BruschettaCAD 13.75

Truffle Parm FriesCAD 12.00

Dynamite ShrimpCAD 19.75

Chili Lime ChickenCAD 17.00

Traditional PoutineCAD 13.50

Onion RingsCAD 12.00

Jalapeno Mac & CheeseCAD 14.75

Brussels SproutsCAD 15.50

CalamariCAD 17.75

Chicken GyozaCAD 15.75

Mini Stuffed YorkiesCAD 17.50

Joe's Dry RibsCAD 16.75

Chicken Wings 1LBCAD 18.50

Nachos

INDIVIDUAL NACHOSCAD 16.00

TABLE NACHOSCAD 23.00

PARTY NACHOSCAD 42.00

Are all served with 2 sides

Beef DipCAD 24.00

Chicken Club WrapCAD 21.50

Buffalo Chicken WrapCAD 21.50

Carolina Pulled PorkCAD 19.50

A.C.E. Cheese BurgerCAD 21.00

The OriginalCAD 18.75

The KonaCAD 23.50

Jack Daniel's BBQ Bacon CheeseCAD 22.75

Cajun Chicken CheddarCAD 21.75

ImpossibleTM BurgerCAD 19.50

The Haddock StackCAD 22.50

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGERS

ClassicCAD 21.00

Nashville SpicyCAD 21.00

Ghost PepperCAD 21.00

Soups & Salads

French Onion SoupCAD 10.25

Pacific Rim Noodle SoupCAD 21.50

Tomato Bacon Soup BowlCAD 9.00

Tomato Bacon Soup w/ crostinisCAD 12.75

Chicken Caesar SaladCAD 21.00

California CobbCAD 21.75

The West Coast ChopCAD 17.25

Casual

Dragon Boat Lettuce WrapsCAD 19.00

Chicken TendersCAD 21.50

Chipotle Chicken QuesadillaCAD 21.25

Baja Fish TacosCAD 19.25

Mains

Steak SandwichCAD 27.00

Butter ChickenCAD 21.00

Spicy Shanghai Noodle BowlCAD 23.00

Teriyaki Rice BowlCAD 17.00

Bruschetta Chicken FettuccineCAD 22.00

Fish & ChipsCAD 17.00

The Sweet Spot

Dirt PieCAD 10.00

Chocolate BrownieCAD 8.00

New York CheesecakeCAD 11.00

KIDS

Mac & CheeseCAD 12.00

Chicken & BroccoliCAD 12.00

CheeseburgerCAD 12.00

Chicken FingersCAD 12.00

Grilled Cheese SandwichCAD 12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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