FOOD WATER
Photo: Bridgemans Bistro
Patio season couldn’t come soon enough this year, and the only thing better than enjoying food and drink outdoors is doing so with a water view. Here are five B.C. marina-view restaurants that serve it up. By Gail Johnson
Everything seems to taste better set next to a shimmering lake or sea. Marina restaurants have the added appeal of being able to watch so many boats come and go, making for a quintessential West Coast backdrop to an al fresco meal. Here’s a handful of waterfront spots throughout B.C. Be sure to check websites for safety-related dining updates, and note that these all offer takeout, whether you’re floating, driving or on foot.
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Bridgemans Bistro, Mill Bay Every table at this Mill Bay Marina venue has a view of the Saanich Inlet and mighty Mount Baker; you might even spot some whales. In tribute to hard-working bridge workers, the menu offers weekly highlights like steak and lobster on Thursdays and roast beef dinner on Sundays, while signature West Coast dishes include Bridgemans Seafood Chowder, cajun salmon salad and fish tacos. The wine list favours the Cowichan Valley, and local beers are on tap. Blue Dog Kayaking calls the marina home, so you can pop in for a pre- or post-paddle bite. The Bridgemans family of restaurants also has bistro locations on Pender Island and in Port Renfrew. bridgemans.ca
