The Cow Restaurant in Lake Cowichan

51 N Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0, Canada

★★★★☆
(217 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant
Address
51 N Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0, Canada
Plus Code
RWGX+V2 Lake Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
12–8 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12–8 PM
Friday
9 AM–8 PM
Saturday
9 AM–8 PM
Sunday
9 AM–8 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Great cocktails Great tea selection
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol All you can eat Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Small plates Spirits Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

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Reviews

4.1
★★★★☆
217 reviews

Most Mentioned

burger (18) patio (10) prices (10) poutine (8) cheesecake (7) kids (7) prime rib (5) bowl (5) to go (5) crab dip (3)
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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★★★★
September 30, 2024

Nice stop around Cowichan lake. Overall decent food and good service. Would try burgers next time. - Penne carbonara - flavourful thick sauce with baked cheese and sauce on top. - Crab dip - had greek tones that were delicious. The Greek bread was crispy and fresh. Our favourite here. - Battered Fish - this was with snapper which was flaky but moist. The breading was a little thick. - Poutine - don't recommend. Didn't have real cheese curds. Gravy was very salty and seemed from powder. - The Cow Shaft - cool coffee flavoured cold drink with cold foam and 3 vodka shots!

★★★
September 1, 2024

Waited 40+ minutes for the food to arrive. When it did mine was gross; got the Penne Pacifico. Was swimming in a bland cream sauce with a weird flavour. Maybe 6 shrimps. Allegedly there was crab? I think crab dip was put on top? I even asked about the crab and was told there was crab in it. Stretch for sure. Don't waste your money; we should have known when the restaurant was nearly empty on an otherwise busy night.

★★★★★
July 29, 2024

Food was delicious! They also have Friendly Staff.

★★
July 28, 2024

I looked up the menu on line and settled on the Prime rib poutine. It had fries, cheddar cheese, gravy with prime rib, mushrooms and onions. What I got was good fries with gravy, onions and here and there a piece of leftovers from yesterday's prime rib topped with a mustard sauce, yuk!! No cheese, no mushrooms. My husband's snapper burger was good and they discontinued my bill. You get a plastic cup for water, who still does that for eat in? The burger was in a plastic basket, what is this, Dairy Queen? The servers tried hard, but I will not be back. The atmosphere it used to have is also a thing of the past.

★★★★★
January 15, 2024

This is a hidden gem. Nestled in between Tim Hortons and the Riverside Inn. The food was phenomenal and our server, Laura was awesome. Definitely coming back for the Krabby Patty Sliders on Thursday.

★★★★★
October 30, 2023

Amazing food and great staff! Perfect place to bring the family for breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Best burgers in town by a mile!!!

★★★★★
September 25, 2023

The Cow Restaurant is an absolute culinary gem that deserves nothing less than a stellar 5-star rating. The highlights included friendly, informative staff that went above and beyond to give us tips about our vacation on the island and a unique menu that showed the staff had a creative and passionate mind. Genuinely some of the best food we’ve ever had! Specifically the Cookie Monster Cheesecake (made in-house). We’ll definitely be dreaming about this food when we return to Ontario!

★★★★★
October 3, 2021

After a much needed (but tiring) bike ride in the Cowichan area, we went over to The Cow Restaurant for some rewarding calories. Walking in, it was quiet, and we were informed they unfortunately couldn't serve any alcohol since their system was being upgraded, but promised delicious food. So we stayed! And I am so glad we did 🤤 I got the Baja bowl ($16), which comes with shrimp and guacamole atop crispy delicious hash browns, creamy scrambled eggs, and hollandaise sauce. Amazing stuff! It did get a bit rich after about half, would've been nice to have a bit of acidity like hot sauce or Kimchi in the dish, but I was too stuffed by then! @added4u got their special burger (forgot the name, sorry!) but it was part of their burger month special. It was basically a double BigMac, but healthier, fancier, and so satisfying after a long bike ride 😁 Service was friendly and efficient, she checked our vaccine passports and ID promptly before we were allowed to sit anywhere. Spacious and bright inside with such amazing food, I'm surprised it's not more jam packed!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Finished the west coast trail today and remembered this place from 2017 and all I remember was how delicious this place was and still is . Thank u for my lunch it was friggin epic

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Delicious food, friendly staff and interesting decor

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Definitely go with one of the crab options, it s just

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The Cow! What a beautiful little spot. I love the comfortable setting, it is just right. Caesars are exactly how they should be, if you like them as much as i do you should try one. Cowichan Koolaid is also delicious. I had the Fajita salad with prawns and it didnt disappoint. Great place. Thank you!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great food, EXCEPTIONAL service! Any place that prioritizes the kids orders gets a big thumbs up!

August 22, 2024

sorry but who doesnt do take out on a friday night...they wouldnt answer the phone so i drove there to order take out and they still said no...it wasnt even that busy..lots of people outside but no one inside ...will not be calling the cow again ..Jakes or Riverside from now on i guess

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Good place. I tried their fish and chips.

★★
June 22, 2024

Fish and chips where terrible unfortunately 90% batter had a bad taste the prime rib routine not only looked like aweful but was the equivalent to dog food topping

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

If you are passing through or have finished the Juan de Fuca trail this is a wonderful stop. We had the ribs and brownie for dessert. Fantastic after our 3 days of hiking. Great food with a home cooked feel. Great staff and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Stopped here for lunch on the parents recommendation from 10 years ago, and it s still really good, very tasty food, recommend the crab melt!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

First time food was delicious and the chef brought it out to us on the deck

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Excellent great food and service

★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

I only got takeout but the staff is very friendly and the food was delicious. Wheelchair accessibility: Its level from the sidewalk right into. Easy access for wheelchairs. Food : 4/5 |

December 22, 2023

I took the time to drive through a crazy rain storm to try this restaurant. I had heard that they have a great burger so on the advice of my friend that lives in the Lake Cowichan area I met her there. I did look at the web site before taking the trip and saw the 1 pounder burger picture and wtite up. There was a 1/2 pounder option as well. It sounded great we both chose the 1/2 pounder option with fries. When the meals arrived I was very taken back at the size of the burger. It was no where near a 1/2 pounder burger. At best before cooking maybe a 1/4 pounder or even smaller. The few fries on the plate were burnt and flavorless. The burger was no better than a fast food burger at a quarter of the price. All in all $42.00 for two burgers and a pop and one beer was a waste of money and time. It was a very clean place and the one waitress on shift was over run but did try her best. I would say change the menu to represent what you are truly serving. Just a regular cheese burger. Dont play it up to be something it is far from being. Sorry will not be back. All the best in the future.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very fast and polite service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My family and I have been going to the cow for 11 years now. The food is always delicious, hot and consistent. We do our special occasions with the owners Dave and Holly and their Sons as often as we can. We feel at home when we go to The Cow . So much so, it s always our first stop when we have family/friends come from Alberta. The servers are always friendly and for us we always feel like the red carpet is rolled out whenever we go. We have favourites from the poco loco burger, Thai chicken wrap, rib dinner, beef dip, prawn bake, wings & the cheesecake is always hard to pass up. In the summer the patio is a favourite and we love that they are pet friendly in the summer months. Plus, they have monthly specials which is usually where I dabble. It s always a good day when you stop in at The Cow , we always leave happier than when we arrived:)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We had lunch at the Cow Restaurant today. Everyone enjoyed the meal, highly recommend the Loco Polo, chicken sandwich. The kids enjoyed the burgers too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great lunch with my sister.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Liked the place a lot untill my last visit. The owner will yell at you if you send anything back. Not going to go back, scary guy. Snapper burger is really good.

December 22, 2023

Terrible service. Was there for 20min before server even took our drink orders, then 2 appetizers took over a hour and were incorrect, and burgers were burnt. Would not recommend and dont plan on going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Enjoyed my dinner here and would not hesitate to return. Staff and service were great and the menu and food quality were good. It is exactly as described on their website.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hands down the best burger and fries in North America and possibly the world. Superb

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had brunch at The Cow and it was awesome. Dog friendly patio which is so great. Our service was great! Appreciated our pup, brought water and was around if we needed anything. Well be back esch time were in town. Thanks!!

December 22, 2023

Blonde waitress was very rude and very unprofessional Was rude to us and seemed annoyed while ordering our drinks we seated ourselves after waiting 10 mins at the door because no one was there to seat us she skipped over us and went to the people that came in after us the brunette waitress was nicer to us then the blonde waitress

★★★
December 22, 2023

Note! the carbonara is not authentic, if you are looking for a chicken noodle soup with veggies and noodles, then this is what to order. it is not carbonara at all. Other than that good service and nice people

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food was very good .As were the cheesecakes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hawaiian BBQ ribs delicious! Service great!

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Blonde server was very rude. Was acting annoyed by our drink orders. She then refused my daughters order of a kids grilled cheese, and brought my other daughter the wrong order and gave her attitude because she placed the order wrong. She then tried to get my daughter to just eat the mistake order which she couldnt due to allergies and gave us attitude for that. Will not be returning.

December 22, 2023

Seems like the restaurant was named after the blonde server lol. Terrible attitude and when she gave me the wrong food she acted like she wouldnt take it back and asked if i just wanted to try it. I said no and shortly after she said the owner or cook would give me a discount if I took the wrong food. I said No. I want what I ordered. She seemed annoyed and said that my friend couldnt order off the kids menu as she wasnt as hungry. We thought she was joking when she said she cant have a grilled cheese but she wasnt! Mediocre food, bland and horrible attitude. From one server to another, I dont understand how management allows her to keep working there! Do better.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Stopped in after a float down the river and that was the BEST fried chicken sandwich Ive ever had!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always the best fabulous food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent food and service, waitress was extremely nice and attentive, bumbleberry parfait was delicious!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Scrumptious! I normally hate cheesecake but the cheesecake here caused an existential crisis.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Probably the best food I ve had in BC and one of the best veggie burgers I ve had in general. The Cookie Monster Cheesecake is an absolutely must try. Also very friendly and attentive staff who gave us advice on some places to visit while in BC. Would recommend this place to anyone!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Really tasty but really rich. A good option in Lake Cowichan.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Butter chicken was bad. Seemed slimy, and the rice tasted like chicken oxo.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Laura makes the best ice waters in town.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We go quite often, absolutely love the food their prime rib poutine is one of our favs but the ribs are amazing and the penne Pacifico is a huge hit! But the thing we always crave is the mushroom caps they are to die for. it s got a very chill atmosphere and the staff is so nice. Kid-friendliness: One of the few places my picky eater niece enjoys

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The Cow, a conundrum if ever Ive seen one. The name itself in my mind lends more to a steak house or gritty essential burger joint or alternatively to an ironic vegan bistro; but not to a Sino-Canadian fusion family restaurant. Understandably, it is just the shortened name of the establishment, I get it, but the main sign is not the full name, so my first objection stands. The staff here are quite friendly. It has the feeling that you could become a recognized regular quite quickly; whether you like this or not is up to you. The Basic Chowder was the first dish I tried and basic describes it to an extent, but mark me, basic is not always bad. This chowder was dependable, not great, but good in its standard mediocre nature. My biggest critique regarding the chowder was the chowder menu: 4 chowders were offered, a complication most unnecessary. My opinion: keep it basic, keep it simple, when one is mediocre, multiplying it by 4 is still mediocre. The price/portion ratio is off too: give me another ladle full or at least some garlic toast for the $14 you are charging. The next dish we had was the Red Hot bowl, and this dish I can firmly stand behind, with two minor complaints; first buffalo chicken and soft scrambled eggs are not complimentary, ditch the scramble and replace with a lovely Sunnyside up egg with runny yolk. Second, this bowl would be 5 star excellent if you replaced the cheddar cheese shreds with a nice sprinkle of cheese curd. The last dish we chose for our expeditionary trip to this eatery is a dish that my partner and I both hold as a principle order essential of any establishment we eat at that serves it: Butter Chicken Poutine. We order this dish as a rule whenever we see it. Most often, it is mediocre, a bland melange of old curry that is devoid of any cardamom or allspice but still palatable and somewhat enjoyable. Sometimes, rarely, it is divine in scent, rich and intoxicating to taste, the butter chicken curry mixing perfectly with the fries and cheese curds; it is what is eaten in paradise. The dish that is labeled under the name Butter Chicken Poutine at this restaurant... I can still feel the anger that swelled in me after the first bite... frankly guys, and without malice, 86 that item. I dont care if you have to put white out on your menus but your take on butter chicken poutine is a nightmare. Im still not totally convinced that it wasnt just a handful of garbage slapped ontop of some sweet potato fries... SWEET POTATO FRIES!!! IN POUTINE!!!... Im fatigued with disappointment thinking back to it, please take it off your menu and do everyone a favour. Please dont misunderstand me, I did enjoy eating here. The room for improvement is there and is frantically beckoning to you, and honestly some dishes should not exist; Butter Chicken Poutine by The Cow is one.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The service was friendly and professional. We appreciated the refills on our iced tea. Unfortunately there was not a lot of choice for somebody like me who avoids dairy and wheat. Having said that the server was helpful and allowing me to replace rice for the wheat noodles in one of the stir fry dishes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Yummy food, great service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Pollo loco is their best chicken burger I had in the Island I recommend you to try!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Wow! After a whole day fishing, we were tired and hungry. Not sure where to dine...The Cow Restaurant was certainly the beat decision! Generous portions, delicious taste and reasonable prices. I have been a few times to Cowichan lake but this was my first time at The Cow restaurant. It shall become a tradition!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Chinese tonight, the Cow never disappoints!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Really good burgers

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Another great lunch at the Cow Cafe in Lake Cowichan thanks

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Sat and waited on an empty patio for 10 minutes And didnt get served....Then they came out to serve people who just arrived and I asked why I wasnt served!She told me to have a nice day instead of acknowledge her error!Too bad wont be back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Loved the environment, food, and dog friendly patio Luna had so much fun!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best chicken burger ever!

December 22, 2022

They say its the best burger in Cowichan but its just basic burger that are overprice. Would not come back again

December 22, 2022

Worst service/food/dining experience I ve had in a long while. Yesterday we ended our day trip with some food at this establishment. After having a very unpleasant experience with the server and chef in regards to the crab dip tasting overly fishy and not good in general we will never eat hear again. We kindly told them it was not great and that would would like to send it back, and they argued with us that they had quality checked our food already so it couldn t be taken off the bill or even discounted for that matter. This restaurant has 4 stars.. BUT.. in my Knowledge of working in hospitality and service for over 15 years, any establishment that has this kind of rating (or in general) should always know the customer is always right and it could have been as simple as that. Instead they picked fight, lipped us off, and also disgusted the customers beside us so much to the fact they said they were never coming back either.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food

December 22, 2022

Mushroom caps were flat like a pancake, smothered in gooey cheese, and served on a basket liner. Unappealing and disgusting. When complained to diner staff after our meal (server never asked how our meal was during patio service) we were asked to leave because they said we were rude to staff. We paid, left a 15% tip, provided comment, then we were asked to leave! No staff apologies from young blond server. Note: we both work in restaurants so know how to provide comments tactfully! Server was a ignorant Cow staff member.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Excellent service and food from start to finish! Veggie burger was awesome!

★★
December 22, 2022

Been there once, environment and service was great, food was unseasoned and tasteless. Tasted like they soaked my burger in water to dilute it of as much flavor as possible before serving. Was disappointed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had the a Beef Dip & it was delightful

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I m not sure how popular this place is but it was probably confused with the Cow Cafe in Cow bay We just finally found it! and pleasantly satisfied! The yummy light fluffy cheesecakes were a hit even for the not a big fan of peeps:) Food is flavourful and not too salty We will sure be back!.. as there is a few things we would love to try on the menu.. like the homemade egg rolls and spring rolls! Worth the drive! and family friendly to boot! Owners in the kitchen! They put love into it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Good food very reasonable prices

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Always have the best service and great food, very consistent. Also the desserts are the best around! Love this place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Excellent

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Had a very good poutine!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Enjoyed lunch the other day and the service was quick and wonderful, the food was amazing! They have the best Parmesan fries ever! I had a burger and it was that real good handmade grilled quality, not from a frozen pattie! It was absolutely the best burger! Never been disappointed here, can t wait for lunch this weekend again!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Short staffed but still a good dining experience. The fish and chips were a bit bland but much better when I added salt and vinegar. I will go back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Ordered from the Chinese food menu, sooo good!! Super flavorful & cooked to perfection. Great service too. We ll be back for sure :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Generous portions and great honest food. The snapper fish and chips was great and well cook. The homemade cheesecake was also working it. Clearly à labour of love and tough work from the owners. There is not a lot of restaurants like that anymore, you should try it if you are in the area.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Friendly staff. The food was pretty good except for the frequent bits of dry prime rib in the Prime Rib Poutine, even though completely soaked in gravy. Sorry, I gotta be honest. But I see somebody mentioned the Parmesan fries, so I might go back for those when I am over that way again.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Low key and dated interior. Good food though!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

A good place to eat

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Had the Chinese food and it was great

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Delicious food - particularly if you go for the Chinese food. Some things a little overpriced but just stick with the Chinese combo - yum!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Extremely good food and good people.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Very tasty food. The staff are lovely. Dealing with the covid protocols well and respectfully. I would absolutely eat there again if I am in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

This place was amazing! We were cycling around Vancouver island and this place came on our radar as spent the day in Lake Cowichan. The prime rib poutine was to die for!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Covid friendly seating in a nice dining environment with a great menu and food.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Very good. Enjoyed the place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

I had seared tuna steak. It was the special on the menu. Loved it! Tyra, our server was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable about the menu items, friendly and efficient.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great service, better food. Unique. A must try

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Cozy environment, pet friendly patio and good food! What more can you ask for?

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Nice homemade food with good prices.

★★
December 22, 2019

My 5 year old came down with food poisoning after having their Belgian Benny, from their breakfast menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Best place for a meal in cow town

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

I had the deluxe burger and yam fries. It was definitely a good burger. The server was nice, cute, and friendly and the beer was cold.

December 22, 2019

Never again. Old owners were the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Hreat place patio dog friendly

December 22, 2019

The breakfast bowl was fairly meh, but decent enough. The size, however, was comically small. My first thought was that they brought me something off the kids menu. I politely pointed this out to the server, who dismissed my concern with a that s just how it is , followed by a do you want to order some more? I said no thanks. Literally took me 3 minutes to eat. Left hungry and disappointed.

★★★
December 22, 2019

Food was OK. Service was good. A little pricey

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food great service!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Redemption! Walked across the road here from the Riverside Pub after a truly abysmal experience there only to be delighted by the friendly staff and delicious food at the Cow. Thank you for redeeming our experience in Lake Cowichan.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great food and atmosphere! Compliments to the chef!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The beer was cold. I had a plain old cheese burger with bacon and fries with a Greek Caesar salad on the side. It was nothing to write home about. The staff was nice and accommodating. It wasn t busy when I came through at 5:00 and my food came fairly quick and hot. I left full and content.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The kids like it

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Nice place, food is okay.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Excellent food. Energetic and competent waitress. Chef also worked the till. Nice place.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

great food and great staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good food and super people!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The spicy benny bowl is crazy good...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Excellent Sunday breakfast!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Good food, homey atmosphere. Portions are decent sized, but not oversized. Very consistent, quality food and good service. We make a point of going here vs. a chain restaurant elsewhere to support the local business.

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Always a great meal

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Friendly staff, nice decor, awesome food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Very good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Found this place when I googled looking for the best food in Lake Cowichan. We were here mid-afternoon, after the lunch crowd, so it was quiet, but it was so good. Decent prices and good, tasty food. And we had a cheesecake for desert that was decadent. The lady who served us was so friendly. If we werent so far away, wed be back often.

★★★★
December 22, 2018

had the all you can eat riblets for 19.99. was very good had 3 servings with 3 different flavors. great dealvery tasty!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great food, great service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Not bad for Lake Cowichan. Good food real & nice people.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

OMG This small little cafe has some very good tasting foods. Can be a bit pricey, but is worth every penny. And if you do go, make sure you have the Belgium Sundae. OMG!!! TO die for!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Tasty juicy burgers at a reasonable price and free wifi

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Natchos were not that great . But you can bring your dog on the patio.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Great prices and very enjoyable meals and nice big tables for our big family.

★★
December 22, 2018

Just terrible....the extra star is because they refunded a meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Good food friendly service

★★★★★
December 22, 2018

Wonderful place to go with the kids!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful waitstaff. Food was tasty and prices in line with similar places.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2018

The Cow is one of the longest-running restaurants in Lake Cowichan, and theres a reason for that - the current owners, Dave and Holly, are passionate about, and proud of, the food they make. There is an episode of The Simpsons where Bart becomes adept at using a lasso. As he begins to lasso everything, including food, he says, Everything tastes better when its lassod! Its like that at The Cow - everything tastes better when it is made with a love for the craft. The restaurant is cozy, yet there are many seats indoors, an outdoor patio, and a full bar with additional seating. Service is quick, and the dishes are always delicious. There are monthly specials like Ribtoberfest with all you can eat ribs, a burger month with special creations from Dave, or a Chinese buffet throughout December. Breakfasts on the weekends, which far surpass other local options. Holly also makes award winning desserts not to missed. The restaurant can accommodate very large groups of 20+. If you cant dine in, they also offer the majority of their menu by take-out as well. If youre visiting Lake Cowichan, your trip is not complete without eating here!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Decent food home made pies

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Wonderful food and great service. The.menu is amazing

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Very nice place to eat. Love the staff, food is excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Excellent food and service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Good service excellent food!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Good food. The steak was amazing. The Butter Chicken Rice Bowl was one to skip, if you are an Indian food fan. Try something else.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Great food and good value. A big patio which is dog friendly and offers nice lake views. Quick and friendly service!

★★★★
December 22, 2017

The sliders are VERY good. Great for a light or heavy meal or to bring your kids to

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Really good food, excellent service, clean conditions and wonderful ambiance!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Amazing food. Felt good and nourished just eating my meal! Great for families and large groups.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Interesting menu. High quality food. Clean and attractive surroundings. Friendly service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2017

Great food, good service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2017

Good quality food and a good selection.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Food is OK, place is little bit smell. People are very friendly.

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

ALL the food is absolutely incredible and yummy! My all time favorite is the scrumptious Butter Chicken Poutine! Better than any other!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Great food! Not cheap or greasy. Great specials especially during off season

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2016

Wow....... Mega delicious!! Especially the cheesecake as dessert :-)

★★★★
December 22, 2016

We first stopped at the Cow Cafe for lunch. It was fantastic. A week later we returned as we were camping in the area with friends. The 4 of us had brunch and again the service was excellent as well as all of our meals. Dave is extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area too. Hope to go there for their October weekend rib fest!

★★★★★
December 22, 2016

yum

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2015

If you are on the circle tour between Victoria, Port Renfrew Lake Cowichan and Duncan, this is a great place to stop to eat. Ive never been disappointed with either the food or the service. It is a short hop from the traffic circle on the east end of town.