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The Cook and Butcher
Seafood Linguine
Frequently praised for its fresh local seafood and perfectly cooked pasta in a delicate sauce, highlighting the quality of West Coast seafood.
Coast2Coast Caesar Cocktail
Highly recommended for its luxurious presentation topped with lobster tail, shrimp, scallops, and smoked salmon, making it almost a meal in itself with perfect spice balance.
Braised Pork Belly with Crab-Infused Hollandaise
Noted as a standout dish due to tender, savory pork with a crispy edge paired with a decadent, buttery seafood hollandaise that creates a unique and delightful flavor combination.
Millionaire Meatloaf with Prawns
Described as a total winner, combining hearty meatloaf with the addition of prawns for an elevated seafood twist.
Rib Eye Steak
Recommended by regulars for its delicious quality, making it a popular choice among steak lovers at the restaurant.
Seafood Platter for Two
Celebrated for perfectly cooked lobster, prawns, scallops, and mussels, served with garlic bread, making it an excellent option for sharing.
Miso Salmon
Praised as the star dish with phenomenal flavors and exceptionally fresh salmon.
Location details
1681 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, V0R 1N1, CA
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
About The Cook and Butcher
The Cook and Butcher is a restaurant in Cowichan Bay, British Columbia, listed as a family restaurant and seafood restaurant. Reviewers consistently praise the bay and ocean views, including window seating and sunset views toward Mt. Tzuhalem. The food is often described as generous and well-prepared, with seafood linguine, crab dip, chowder, and meat dishes getting repeated mention. It offers dine-in, outdoor seating, cocktails, coffee, and reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is The Cook and Butcher known for?
It is best known for seafood linguine, which reviewers repeatedly describe as packed with seafood, flavorful, and a generous portion. The setting also stands out, with many guests calling out the view over the bay and the sunset backdrop in Cowichan Bay.
What dishes are most recommended at The Cook and Butcher?
The most commonly recommended dishes are seafood linguine, crab dip, chowder, meatloaf, and the coast to coast board. Reviewers also mention the house burger, pork belly, miso salmon, and rib eye as solid choices, with portions often described as large and good value.
What is the atmosphere like at The Cook and Butcher?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and a bit upscale, with a fireplace, water views, and window seating that makes the scenery part of the meal. It seems to work well for couples, groups, and solo diners, especially for a relaxed lunch or dinner after time on the dock or a hike.
Is The Cook and Butcher good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CA$20 to 70, and reviewers often say the portions are large enough to share or take home, which helps the value feel fair. Some items, like the lobster-tail Caesar, are described as a splurge, but the seafood linguine, coast to coast board, and other mains are frequently called worth the price for the quality and view.
Do you need a reservation at The Cook and Butcher?
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, especially because the restaurant can get busy. One review noted a Saturday summer wait that was managed with an accurate quoted time and lounge seating while waiting, so walk-ins may still be possible but plan ahead.
Is parking available at The Cook and Butcher?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does The Cook and Butcher have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Cook and Butcher offers vegetarian options.
Is The Cook and Butcher kid-friendly?
Yes, The Cook and Butcher is good for kids.
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