JV's Diner - Lake Cowichan, British Columbia

Rejean B.

Souper du 25 août 2017.
Pizza végétarienne 14 pouces à $18.95 pour un total de $19.94 avec taxe. Pizza excellente avec croûte régulière, 8 pointes.
Décor rétro en écoutant du bon blues. On commande au comptoir et on paye le tout. On vous apporte votre commande à la table.
Le gros bémol pour nous est le service à la table qui laisse à désirer. Les jeunes filles sont sympathiques mais devraient prendre le temps de revenir aux tables pour s'assurer que les clients ont besoin de quoi que ce soit. Nous avons manqué d'eau pour notre part et quand je me levai pour en demander pour mon épouse, elle eût droit à un verre d'eau tiède venant comme du lavabo et sans glace merci. Ce service décevant est la raison pour laquelle nous donnons trois étoiles. Vous devrez être patients pour attendre vos commandes. Nous vous proposons quelques photos.
Avis écrit le 25 août 2017 à Nanaimo, BC.

Efadiana W.

What a charming and nostalgic diner! We had a great time here exploring the cool old school diner interior with booth seatings, old phones, collection of radio and old school phones, juke box. Just so much fun!

Service was friendly, fast and little town welcoming. Just the best really.

Food to be honest was nothing too special, but homey and exactly what you'd expected. High praise on the shakes though... they were so yummy, creamy and made just the way they should, whipcream, sprinkles and all. If you're coming to eat here, it's for all the greasy stuff 🙂 best lean into it 😉 (no need to order salads)

We sat in the rail car that's parked outside and it was so fun. They've done such a great job incorporating the railcar into the dining experience.

We ended our visit with old school donkey Kong arcade game and popping in a looney into the Double Bubble bubblegum machine. So fun to watch and what a great experience for my 8 year old to watch.

A definite gem of Lake Cowichan and a must must visit for diner loving peeps. Thanks you guys for having us today 😃

Tanis A.

Step into a piece of Lake Cowichan history at this delightful, family-run diner, a true multi-generational gem! Having been passed down through three generations, you can feel the warmth and dedication poured into every aspect of this establishment.

While classic diner fare like burgers and pizza are certainly on offer, I opted for something different this visit and was pleasantly surprised by the delicious chicken curry. It was a fantastic choice, flavorful and satisfying. My partner enjoyed a classic BLT, and we both ended up taking home leftovers – the portions are incredibly generous and offer excellent value.

Beyond the tasty food, this diner is a feast for the eyes. The walls are adorned with an eclectic collection of memorabilia, making for an engaging and nostalgic atmosphere while you dine. From vintage signs to classic arcade games, there's always something interesting to catch your attention.

For delicious, reasonably priced food and a truly unique dining experience, I highly recommend a visit to this Lake Cowichan institution.

Rick K.

Arrived in Lake Cowichan too late for lunch, and most certainly didn't want to ruin our dinner. The picture below was our lunch. Happened upon JV's Diner. Great find. Our lunch was fantastic, and the decor of this place was very cool. Was definitely worth the stop.

Brianne B.

This place is amazing. Everything is made from scratch, the milkshakes are phenomenal, they have arcade games and the perfect old-school vibe. Clean as a whistle and friendly and fast service. Will definitely stop here again!

Sherry M.

This one is definitely a little hidden gem. Their milkshakes are so good. Everything we’ve had there has been great, always nice to support the little local guys. I’ve heard their fish and chips on Thursday night nights are great. I look forward to trying it out.
Their service is so friendly and accommodating. Please check this one out. It’s worth the drive.

Antoine C.

amazing old school dinner realy retro style
Food realy good. Good poutine
great price.
recomended for sur !

Ehren S.

Best milkshake I've ever had in my entire life. Would eat there again - definitely recommend. A family run restaurant that feels a little like a pop museum you're allowed to eat and drink in. Super cool story - just ask. Friendly and personable. Best part of our day.