Guidebook for Gibsons
Food Scene
Great cocktails, fun food and a perfect view! Call to reserve- 604-886-1289, Kids menu available- casual dining
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Lunitas Mexican Eatery
645 School RdGreat cocktails, fun food and a perfect view! Call to reserve- 604-886-1289, Kids menu available- casual dining
Now called Drift, great local cuisine, serve brunch on weekends - can reserve at 604-886-5858. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays
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Drift Cafe & Bistro
546 Gibsons WayNow called Drift, great local cuisine, serve brunch on weekends - can reserve at 604-886-5858. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays
Located on the shore of Davis Bay, The Wobbly Canoe is your first stop on the Sunshine Coast after a day of adventure or travel. Refuel with locally-sourced food, craft beer and quality conversation. Closed Monday in Winter. Kid friendly. 604-885-4444
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The Wobbly Canoe
4774 Sunshine Coast HwyLocated on the shore of Davis Bay, The Wobbly Canoe is your first stop on the Sunshine Coast after a day of adventure or travel. Refuel with locally-sourced food, craft beer and quality conversation. Closed Monday in Winter. Kid friendly. 604-885-4444
Sheer Bliss Bakery Cafe Ltd
1001 Gibsons WayGreat Breakfast & Specialty Coffees
Treat your taste buds to an array of incredible flavours from around the world.Visit us at Gibsons Landing... Come savour the delicious flavours while soaking up the ocean view, .... try the European tradition of olive oil and balsamic tasting in an idyllic West Coast setting. Sample and explore the endless pairing combinations of gourmet oils and balsamic vinegars before you buy. Tastings are always complimentary.
Open:
Monday-Saturday 10 :00 – 5:00
Sunday Noon-5:00
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Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co.
287 Gower Point RdTreat your taste buds to an array of incredible flavours from around the world.Visit us at Gibsons Landing... Come savour the delicious flavours while soaking up the ocean view, .... try the European tradition of olive oil and balsamic tasting in an idyllic West Coast setting. Sample and explore the endless pairing combinations of gourmet oils and balsamic vinegars before you buy. Tastings are always complimentary.
Open:
Monday-Saturday 10 :00 – 5:00
Sunday Noon-5:00
Sweetwater Bistro
2-280 Gower Point RdReservations Recommended: Call 1-604-886-2024
Because... Poutine...
Situated in the heart of Gibsons B.C. right on the wharf, Smoke On The Water BBQ Shack provides our diners with finely crafted cuisine, sourced from local farmers and suppliers for the freshest meats and vegetables. Best of all our meat products are smoked on site with real hardwood to create the authentic southern flavours for our signature pulled pork, chicken, fish and brisket sandwiches.
(604) 840-0004
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Smoke On The Water
611 School RdBecause... Poutine...
Situated in the heart of Gibsons B.C. right on the wharf, Smoke On The Water BBQ Shack provides our diners with finely crafted cuisine, sourced from local farmers and suppliers for the freshest meats and vegetables. Best of all our meat products are smoked on site with real hardwood to create the authentic southern flavours for our signature pulled pork, chicken, fish and brisket sandwiches.
(604) 840-0004
Business Hours:
Tuesday to Saturday
Lunch: 12 noon - 2:30 pm
Dinner: 5 pm - 9 pm
Sunday (Summer)
Lunch: 12 noon - 3 pm
Dinner: 5 pm - 8 pm
Call: 604-886-2562
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Sushi Bar Nagomi
280 Gower Point RdBusiness Hours:
Tuesday to Saturday
Lunch: 12 noon - 2:30 pm
Dinner: 5 pm - 9 pm
Sunday (Summer)
Lunch: 12 noon - 3 pm
Dinner: 5 pm - 8 pm
Call: 604-886-2562
Chasters: 604-886-8956
Chasters Restaurant at Bonniebrook Lodge features top quality specialties in a smart casual atmosphere. Enjoy a glass of wine from our cellar and experience our personalized service...
Chasters hours of operation:
October to May: Thursday to Sunday 5.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m.
June - September: Wednesday to Sunday 5.30 p.m. - 9.00 p.m.
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Chasters Restaurant
1532 Ocean Beach EsplanadeChasters: 604-886-8956
Chasters Restaurant at Bonniebrook Lodge features top quality specialties in a smart casual atmosphere. Enjoy a glass of wine from our cellar and experience our personalized service...
Chasters hours of operation:
October to May: Thursday to Sunday 5.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m.
June - September: Wednesday to Sunday 5.30 p.m. - 9.00 p.m.
Mike's Place
268 Gower Point RdTry the selection of gelato!
(604) 885-1368
Bistro and Cafe- For your convenience we have a front & back patio seating with parking in the back. Gluten free and vegetarian options available. Pick up take out orders by phoning ahead. Online ordering coming soon.
Basted Baker offers a top quality selection of brunch, lunch, coffee, tea as well as bread and pastries that are baked fresh everyday in the Basted Baker Kitchen.
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Basted Baker
5685 Cowrie St(604) 885-1368
Bistro and Cafe- For your convenience we have a front & back patio seating with parking in the back. Gluten free and vegetarian options available. Pick up take out orders by phoning ahead. Online ordering coming soon.
Basted Baker offers a top quality selection of brunch, lunch, coffee, tea as well as bread and pastries that are baked fresh everyday in the Basted Baker Kitchen.
Family friendly restaurant, great to get a bite after walking Cliff Gilker Park or checking out the beach at Roberts Creek
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The Gumboot Restaurant
1041 Roberts Creek RdFamily friendly restaurant, great to get a bite after walking Cliff Gilker Park or checking out the beach at Roberts Creek
Great location in Davis Bay with vegan and gluten free options. Don't want to cook while you stay? Grab their convenient Take and Bake Meals for a tasty lunch or dinner. Browse their local products while you are there.
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Gourmet Girl Cafe And Catering
4720 Sunshine Coast HwyGreat location in Davis Bay with vegan and gluten free options. Don't want to cook while you stay? Grab their convenient Take and Bake Meals for a tasty lunch or dinner. Browse their local products while you are there.
Smitty's Oyster House
643 School RdPopular spot in the summer time!
We specialize in fine cheeses and locally made charcuterie as well as a selection of great local and imported products. At Plethora Fine Foods you will find a Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Company Tasting Bar, Beachcomber Coffee, Frostbites Syrup Co., Davis Bay Teas, Mixers and Elixirs shrubs, Spinnakers Vinegars, Vista D'oro preserves, Sunshine Coast Salt, Callebaut Chocolate, Patisserie Lebeau waffles, Olive and Ciboulette Lobster Oil and many more.
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Plethora Fine Foods
473 Cowrie St
We specialize in fine cheeses and locally made charcuterie as well as a selection of great local and imported products. At Plethora Fine Foods you will find a Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Company Tasting Bar, Beachcomber Coffee, Frostbites Syrup Co., Davis Bay Teas, Mixers and Elixirs shrubs, Spinnakers Vinegars, Vista D'oro preserves, Sunshine Coast Salt, Callebaut Chocolate, Patisserie Lebeau waffles, Olive and Ciboulette Lobster Oil and many more.
Make sure to bring a bag and cash! The largest outdoor market on the Sunshine Coast.
Hours of operation:
Saturday: 9:00am-2:30pm (Summer only)
April - September
Garden-fresh produce, unique art objects, First Nations art items, jewelry, fresh seafood, clothing, photography, stained glass, pottery, baked goods, plants, toys, herbals, self-published authors, knitting, crochet goods, sewing, leather goods, carving, toys and handcrafted soap are only some of the things you can find when you browse the Sechelt Farmers' & Artisans' Market.
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Sechelt Farmers' & Artisans' Market
5800 Cowrie StMake sure to bring a bag and cash! The largest outdoor market on the Sunshine Coast.
Hours of operation:
Saturday: 9:00am-2:30pm (Summer only)
April - September
Garden-fresh produce, unique art objects, First Nations art items, jewelry, fresh seafood, clothing, photography, stained glass, pottery, baked goods, plants, toys, herbals, self-published authors, knitting, crochet goods, sewing, leather goods, carving, toys and handcrafted soap are only some of the things you can find when you browse the Sechelt Farmers' & Artisans' Market.
Beachcomber Coffee Company
264 Gower Point RdSharkey's Fish Locker
1397 Roberts Creek RdBest fish & chips!
Buono Osteria
442 Marine DrAmazing Italian with spectacular view
Drinks & Nightlife
Gibsons' first craft distillery featuring house Gin and Vodka Cocktails. Also a brewery with a restaurant and lounge. 778-462-2011
Fill up a growler to take home!
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The 101 Brewhouse + Distillery
1009 Gibsons WayGibsons' first craft distillery featuring house Gin and Vodka Cocktails. Also a brewery with a restaurant and lounge. 778-462-2011
Fill up a growler to take home!
Persephone Brewing Co. operates an 11-acre farm and craft micro-brewery in the community of Gibsons on BC’s Sunshine Coast. PBC is operated by a small team of extremely passionate people committed to the vision of supporting amazing beer built through local agriculture, community connectedness, and partnerships. Producing the finest quality craft beer (15+ awards including a Land Award from the Real Estate Foundation), our “farmhouse” approach integrates onsite farming of hops – one of the principal ingredients in beer – and other food crops in support of local food security (i.e. “farm to table AND farm to barrel”). - outdoor picnic tables and on-site Food Truck!
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Persephone Brewing Company
1053 Stewart Rd. Persephone Brewing Co. operates an 11-acre farm and craft micro-brewery in the community of Gibsons on BC’s Sunshine Coast. PBC is operated by a small team of extremely passionate people committed to the vision of supporting amazing beer built through local agriculture, community connectedness, and partnerships. Producing the finest quality craft beer (15+ awards including a Land Award from the Real Estate Foundation), our “farmhouse” approach integrates onsite farming of hops – one of the principal ingredients in beer – and other food crops in support of local food security (i.e. “farm to table AND farm to barrel”). - outdoor picnic tables and on-site Food Truck!
Try the Brickers Frambo, can find it at Gibsons Tapworks.
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The Bricker Cider Company
6642 Norwest Bay RoadTry the Brickers Frambo, can find it at Gibsons Tapworks.
Tucked in an alleyway, this local microbrewery has live music and Monday night trivia. Check the website for current events.
778 462-BEER (2337)
Mon - Thurs: 3:30 - 10pm
Fri - Sat: noon - midnight
Sun: noon - 10pm
Be sure to try The Nomadic Kitchen Food Truck- check their facebook page for current hours and location
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Tapworks Brewing Company
537 Cruice LnTucked in an alleyway, this local microbrewery has live music and Monday night trivia. Check the website for current events.
778 462-BEER (2337)
Mon - Thurs: 3:30 - 10pm
Fri - Sat: noon - midnight
Sun: noon - 10pm
Be sure to try The Nomadic Kitchen Food Truck- check their facebook page for current hours and location
Everything Else
Step into the Centre and explore the beautiful underwater world of Howe Sound.
Satisfy your curiosity and smell a watermelon-scented nudibranch. Peer into the “eyes” of a scallop. No need for scuba gear.
Visit frequently to see the evolution of 30 exhibits developed with a "collect and release" model and interactive displays.
Meet local marine life and learn about their role in healthy ocean ecosystems. Through awareness, we promote the protection of the environment, livability on the Coast and beyond.
Closed Monday, Tuesday. 604-886-8814
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Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre (NSMEC)
473 Gower Point RdStep into the Centre and explore the beautiful underwater world of Howe Sound.
Satisfy your curiosity and smell a watermelon-scented nudibranch. Peer into the “eyes” of a scallop. No need for scuba gear.
Visit frequently to see the evolution of 30 exhibits developed with a "collect and release" model and interactive displays.
Meet local marine life and learn about their role in healthy ocean ecosystems. Through awareness, we promote the protection of the environment, livability on the Coast and beyond.
Closed Monday, Tuesday. 604-886-8814
BC Liquor Store, London Drugs, Super Valu Grocery Store, Pet Valu, Dollar store, Gift Shop, Barber, Royal Bank Branch, Patra's Pizza and Curry House
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Sunnycrest Mall
900 Gibsons WayBC Liquor Store, London Drugs, Super Valu Grocery Store, Pet Valu, Dollar store, Gift Shop, Barber, Royal Bank Branch, Patra's Pizza and Curry House
Sightseeing
Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park provides trails and viewing areas for visitors who wish to experience the awesome power of incredibly turbulent tidal rapids. On a 3 metre tide, 200 billion gallons of water flow through the narrows connecting Sechelt and Jervis Inlet.
The difference in water levels between one side of the rapids and the other sometimes exceeds 2 metres in height. Current speeds can exceed 30km/hr. The rapids are famous for their spectacular whirlpools and whitewater.
There are opportunities to view tidal rapids, waterfowl and abundant marine life at various tidal levels. Brown Lake provides further waterfowl viewing opportunities.
Check the tide tables for best times
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Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park
6671 Egmont RdSkookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park provides trails and viewing areas for visitors who wish to experience the awesome power of incredibly turbulent tidal rapids. On a 3 metre tide, 200 billion gallons of water flow through the narrows connecting Sechelt and Jervis Inlet.
The difference in water levels between one side of the rapids and the other sometimes exceeds 2 metres in height. Current speeds can exceed 30km/hr. The rapids are famous for their spectacular whirlpools and whitewater.
There are opportunities to view tidal rapids, waterfowl and abundant marine life at various tidal levels. Brown Lake provides further waterfowl viewing opportunities.
Check the tide tables for best times
So where to start? Our kayaking and stand up paddleboarding tours and lessons are an excellent way to get on the water – learn from our certified guides and explore the very best of the Sunshine Coast. In the winter, join us for a guided snowshoe tour or cross country ski lesson. We offer a full rental fleet of boats, boards, skis and snowshoes to get you outside. Need gear? We have the best selection of specialty outdoor gear on the Sunshine Coast. You can browse some of it in our online store or better yet, come by and see us. If you want to speak with one of our staff, give us a call at 604-885-8838.
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Alpha Adventures- Outdoor Adventure Store
4330 Sunshine Coast HwySo where to start? Our kayaking and stand up paddleboarding tours and lessons are an excellent way to get on the water – learn from our certified guides and explore the very best of the Sunshine Coast. In the winter, join us for a guided snowshoe tour or cross country ski lesson. We offer a full rental fleet of boats, boards, skis and snowshoes to get you outside. Need gear? We have the best selection of specialty outdoor gear on the Sunshine Coast. You can browse some of it in our online store or better yet, come by and see us. If you want to speak with one of our staff, give us a call at 604-885-8838.
Pender Hill
30 minute hike uphill to a spectacular lookout point, water and good shoes recommended
Easy walking trails and dog friendly. Waterfalls, playground and picnic table. Large playing field. Some is wheelchair accessible. Check the Sunshine Coast Trails website for a map and details.
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Парк Клифф Гилкер
3110 Sunshine Coast HwyEasy walking trails and dog friendly. Waterfalls, playground and picnic table. Large playing field. Some is wheelchair accessible. Check the Sunshine Coast Trails website for a map and details.
Great trail for a quick workout and great viewing points to see the town of Gibsons from above. Dog friendly. Check Sunshine Coast Trails for maps and info. There are quite a few stairs but my three year old managed it!
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Soames Hill Park
639 Bridgeman RdGreat trail for a quick workout and great viewing points to see the town of Gibsons from above. Dog friendly. Check Sunshine Coast Trails for maps and info. There are quite a few stairs but my three year old managed it!
14km's of Mountain Biking trails, hike to Langdale falls
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Sprockids park
1235 Stewart Rd.14km's of Mountain Biking trails, hike to Langdale falls
A long but fairly easy walk. A bit of a hill near the entrance.
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Морской парк Смагглер Коув
A long but fairly easy walk. A bit of a hill near the entrance.
coastgravitypark.ca
Mountain bike park- shuttle available
Passes starting from $49.99
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Coast Gravity Park
Dusty Roadcoastgravitypark.ca
Mountain bike park- shuttle available
Passes starting from $49.99
On the way to Porpoise Bay Provincial Park, be sure to stop for a quick walk to the Burnett Falls. On your right, just a few minutes before the park. Takes about 10-15 minutes to get there and a bit uphill.
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Burnett Falls Park
5332 Burnett RdOn the way to Porpoise Bay Provincial Park, be sure to stop for a quick walk to the Burnett Falls. On your right, just a few minutes before the park. Takes about 10-15 minutes to get there and a bit uphill.
Just a bit past Porpoise Bay provincial park, you will arrive at the Hidden Grove trails. Well maintained, dog friendly trails- 125 acres. Stroller friendly, some 15 minutes, some much longer. There are no restrooms here.
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Hidden Grove
7000 Sechelt Inlet RdJust a bit past Porpoise Bay provincial park, you will arrive at the Hidden Grove trails. Well maintained, dog friendly trails- 125 acres. Stroller friendly, some 15 minutes, some much longer. There are no restrooms here.
Nice sandy beach, great for paddle boarding or kayaking. Also a campground so has great amenities, picnic tables and a playground. Trails for walking or biking, stroller accessible. Pack a picnic and spend the day
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Porpoise Bay Provincial Park Campground
Nice sandy beach, great for paddle boarding or kayaking. Also a campground so has great amenities, picnic tables and a playground. Trails for walking or biking, stroller accessible. Pack a picnic and spend the day
Thormanby Island – one of the Sunshine Coast´s best-kept secrets – is the perfect place to spend the day relaxing.
Buccaneer Bay Marine Park is the spot for visitors, enjoy a scenic ocean tour by water taxi from Secret Cove Marina to North Thormanby Island. Walk miles along the pristine shoreline, swim the tranquil warm waters, or savour a delicious picnic lunch while observing the array of birds and botany. When the tide is low it is possible to walk to South Thormanby, while exploring tidal pools and a variety of colourful marine life.
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Thormanby Island
Thormanby Island – one of the Sunshine Coast´s best-kept secrets – is the perfect place to spend the day relaxing.
Buccaneer Bay Marine Park is the spot for visitors, enjoy a scenic ocean tour by water taxi from Secret Cove Marina to North Thormanby Island. Walk miles along the pristine shoreline, swim the tranquil warm waters, or savour a delicious picnic lunch while observing the array of birds and botany. When the tide is low it is possible to walk to South Thormanby, while exploring tidal pools and a variety of colourful marine life.
A 15 minute walk from our location or a two minute drive. There is parking at the beach access point. There is a short downhill walk and a set of stairs to get to the beach. Dog friendly
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Secret Beach Park
131 Secret Beach RdA 15 minute walk from our location or a two minute drive. There is parking at the beach access point. There is a short downhill walk and a set of stairs to get to the beach. Dog friendly
Bonniebrook Beach
Great children's playground with washroom facilities, close to the Soame's Hill trails. Large field for sports.
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Shirley Macey Park
930 Chamberlin RdGreat children's playground with washroom facilities, close to the Soame's Hill trails. Large field for sports.
Admission by donation
Open Friday to Monday 11am-4pm
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Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden
5941 Mason RdAdmission by donation
Open Friday to Monday 11am-4pm
Essentials
Local eggs, thoughtfully selected grocery items- bring a bag, they don't have any!
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Seaweeds Health Food Store
927 Gibsons WayLocal eggs, thoughtfully selected grocery items- bring a bag, they don't have any!
Grocery store, don't forget to borrow some shopping bags!
Open until 9pm everyday.
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SuperValu Grocery Store
900 Gibsons WayGrocery store, don't forget to borrow some shopping bags!
Open until 9pm everyday.
Great selection of marinated meats, fresh cut meats, jerky, charcuterie, house made sausages- even something for the dog! Check the freezer for prepared items as well
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The Butcher
978 Venture WayGreat selection of marinated meats, fresh cut meats, jerky, charcuterie, house made sausages- even something for the dog! Check the freezer for prepared items as well
The Blackfish Liquor Store
1100 Sunshine Coast HwyOpen until 11pm everyday
IGA Gibsons
1100 Gibsons WayShopping
Closed Monday. Get everything you need in one stop. Produce, Butcher, Fisherman's Market, Cheese, Bistro, Flowers, Coffee and Baked goods, Artisan Chocolate and Gelato- Don't forget to bring a shopping bag!
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Gibsons Public Market
473 Gower Point RdClosed Monday. Get everything you need in one stop. Produce, Butcher, Fisherman's Market, Cheese, Bistro, Flowers, Coffee and Baked goods, Artisan Chocolate and Gelato- Don't forget to bring a shopping bag!
Molly's Seaside Market
272 Molly's LnThe Losa (clothing Store), The Ginger Tree (gift shop)
Moorestock Outfitters
5707 Cowrie StQuality Garden & Pet
325 Pratt RdNearby pet food and supplies
Fay Wray Apparel & Apothecary
292 Gower Point RdMen's & Women's high end Clothing