Took visiting friends here for dinner - were they ever impressed! We can not say enough about the excellent quality of the food and service. Well worth a trip to Gabriola just for a meal here.
Linda F February 25, 2016
This restaurant has set the bar very high for eateries on Gabriola Island or anywhere else for that matter. We have frequented Woodfire on several occasions and always found a stimulating variety of dishes to choose from and the food excellent. Whether we chose one of their gourmet pizzas, pastas or other entrees we have never been disappointed. They also have a great selection of wines to choose from. The service is professional and very friendly; the atmosphere cosy. We always look forward to our next visit and highly recommend this restaurant.
Evepet Sichuan, China February 25, 2016
Great selection of all kinds of DELICIOUS dishes and desserts. Exceptional service. A must anytime you visit the island.
Clints Squint Gabriola February 25, 2016
The "Woodfire" restaurant on small and quiet Gabriola Island was pleasant surprise in a rural, laid back, out of the way location. We had enjoyed eating there 3 months prior on our last visit so off we went. As it turned out along with many other hungry folks as the power was out on the whole Island (they have a back up). The small reception area was overloaded but the staff were up to the challenge in a very professional manner. We did not have a reservation so were given one for later which was perfectly fine with us. Our server was great, the food was excellent and the ambience very nice. We will go again and highly recommend it.
Melski Victoria February 25, 2016
We have eaten here many times over the years and have never been disappointed. The staff is always welcoming and attentive and the meals are predictably superb. They offer gluten free options and the staff is very knowledgeable on the menu adaptations to meet dietary needs. Side note. ...best TRUFFLE FRIES ON THE WEST COAST! Family friendly and take out orders too! Our fave place for special occasions!
Nina D GABRIOLA February 25, 2016
For many years, in another city, we went to a Valentine's special menu dinner. When we moved here there were no great choices for a nice meal out. Along came Woodfire. Yesterday for our Valentine's treat we had lobster ravioli for an app. 6 whole ravioli per serving. I truly wanted to lick the plate it was soooooo very delicious. We both had the baked cod with rice and veg.. Again, cooked to perfection. For dessert I had the trio of samplers. Poached pear, vanilla creme brûlée, frozen chocolate mousse. My husband had passionfruit cheesecake. ALL were fantastic. They make you feel special and NOT just on special occasions. Can't wait till our next visit!
Annie H Gabriola Island February 25, 2016
This restaurant is one of our many highlights when we are on Gabriola - we simply love the food & it would rate highly against any top restaurants! The Cioppino is the very best we have tasted! Along with many other dishes! The service is always great even when they are busy & they certainly can be but we never feel overlooked! Even though this is reviewed in September we have been dining at Woodfire for a few years & the standards have been excellent.
Ingrid Potter Vancouver, BC February 25, 2015
The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing, the food was amazing and our server was attentive, knowledgeable, but not overbearing. We arrived early so there was no wait and our choice for which table we sat at. The server gave us the specials from memory and answered a couple of questions we had regarding ingredients without missing a beat. Our server provided extra assistance to us to choose a couple of dishes and we were not disappointed. We loved the appetizers having the squid and a salad to share. Our main course were amazing, my classic burger was one of the best I have had and I was happy when they had the GF bun option.
We had a great dinner and would definitely return to the Woodfire and recommend it to our friends!
- Visited October 2016
rossoccernick Victoria, Canada February 25, 2015
We debated about where to go for a special birthday celebration dinner and we're so glad we chose this restaurant. My sister has celiac disease and was thrilled to discover they make gluten free pizza. She raved about this pizza for days afterward. My husband and a friend ordered burgers and both thought they were exceptional. I had a pasta special that was also delicious. We'll take company here again.
Francis Calgary, AB June 4, 2014
The service was impeccable. Your staff was outstanding. I wasn't worried about a thing. My guests are STILL talking about how amazing the food was… and that's saying something, considering many of them work or have worked in the industry. My sister-in-law Cate said she loved the prawn skewers so much she went straight up to Chris at the BBQ to beg for some more! He happily obliged, of course. Beyond the glorious appetizers and dinner, the pizzas were a huge hit both with the kids AND the adults, later in the evening. I was worried no one would be hungry late at night after having eaten so much already, but the 6 pizzas disappeared in under 1/2 an hour. I missed the pizza because I was busy hosting, but I'm told it was the best pizza they've ever had by several guests. Sharon, I can't believe you came back and continued to do clean up. I'm so grateful!
I will absolutely be recommending your services, and have already done so with Dragon's Lodge.
May 6, 2014
