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Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 1948 reviews

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4.0 ★ from 13 reviews

I walked here from my Airbnb in Port Alberni on ThanksgivingI had the whole outdoor deck to myself.

Lyric
20.01.2018 - 15:30

We went to Starboard Grill twice during our stay in Port Alberni (something I rarely do), but their salmon soup was that good (and also dinner options in

I have eaten dinner at this location a few timesThe location is beautiful.

We ate at this restaurant on a cross Canada road trip and were very impressed with the service and food portions. The menu is varied and extensive and meals are...

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Great food, the sweet salmon chowder was delicious fabulous location right by the river, don't forget your sunglasses in the evening as the sun was blinding bef...

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The Starboard Grill in Port Alberni offers a mixed dining experience based on recent reviews. The location and service are highly praised, with outdoor dining near the river and friendly staff. However, the food quality varies significantly. Some diners enjoyed delicious dishes like candied salmon chowder and specials, while others found their meals bland, overcooked, or disappointing. Despite the hit-or-miss food, the scenic views and good service make The Starboard Grill worth a visit for those exploring Port Alberni, especially for those looking for a pleasant dining experience with beautiful surroundings.

Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 349 reviews

7 of us enjoyed our meals from a wide variety menu including vegetarian, meat, and vegan. The staff and service was the best we’ve had in a long time. We were h...

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Location is perfect on the waters edge for lunch. Our mains arrived 2 minutes after our appetisers had been served. The sauce in the chicken and tofu bowls was...

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Went here for lunch, a lovely setting right on the water Great service and an excellent meal, nothing fancy but very good. Would come again.

A surprisingly delicious meal. Sauces were all delicious. Varied menu. The butter chicken poutine and fish and chips were winners, as was Thai chicken bowl. Gre...

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After a day on the coast, we stopped at Starboard Grill for dinner before going back to our B&B. We had some of their specials: the crispy tofu veggie bowl and...

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Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 1013 reviews
Sprice03
15.01.2024 - 14:47

Service is amazing. Great beer, coconut onion rings are out of this world! Outside seating is covered and protected from the high winds of the water. No wifi so...

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Carol
15.01.2024 - 14:47

Worth the drive. From Parksville to Port for our 2nd meal at the Starboard Grill. We were not disappointed. The ambience is perfect comfortable, tastefully deco...

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Mad
15.01.2024 - 14:47

Very nice dining experience had the pecan pesto chicken and prawns was excellent and was presented nicely

Belton
15.01.2024 - 14:47

Nice surprise!. Past through Port Alberni on the way home from Tofino. Randomly walked into the Starboard Grill. Great spot, great food, great service. Our grou...

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Jeffrey
15.01.2024 - 14:47

Starboard has a great atmosphere and top-notch service. The waitresses are attentive, speedy, and friendly. The restaurant offers a lovely waterfront view and a...

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Yelp
3.2 ★ from 9 reviews
Geoffrey
24.08.2024 - 08:42

They served my wife rancid guacamole with her quesadillas, and made no apology for that. However, the guacamole provided a worthy compliment to the quesadillas...

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Lisa
24.08.2024 - 08:42

I had the famous candied salmon chowder. Terrible. Way too sweet, and it arrived with that kind of microwaved scum on top. I also asked for garlic bread- it arr...

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Terry
24.08.2024 - 08:42

Cruise ship stopped here. Spent the day just wandering around town. Saw reviews, and locals confirmed, that the salmon chowder here is really good. So we came h...

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Johnny
24.08.2024 - 08:42

Nestled on the water of an inlet that stretches from the centre of Vancouver Island to the Pacific Ocean, this unique eatery is more than worth the journey off...

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Beatriz
24.08.2024 - 08:42

The food was great, southwest fish wrap with a side of beed salad. And the service was fantastic

Facebook
4.1 ★ from 124 reviews
Google
4.3 ★ from 413 reviews
Zomato
3.1 ★ from 27 reviews

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