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Restaurant in Nanaimo, British Columbia
What should I order at Mahle House Restaurant?
What to order
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Beef Carpaccio
One of the most frequently praised dishes, described as a standout that was 'melt in your mouth' with sunchoke chips and horseradish aioli. Multiple reviewers called it fantastic and especially memorable.
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Calamari
Repeatedly recommended for being exceptionally good, especially because of the lemon dijon garlic sauce. Reviewers said it may be the best they’ve ever had.
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Eggs Benedict
Mentioned twice as a brunch favorite, with reviewers specifically praising the house hollandaise and the smoked salmon version for being perfectly cooked and worth the drive.
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Rack Of Lamb
Highlighted as phenomenal and extra special in a group meal, with reviewers praising its flavor and preparation.
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Duck
Recommended by multiple reviewers for being perfectly cooked and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
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Peanut Butter Pie
Mentioned as an excellent dessert choice, with reviewers specifically noting it as a standout sweet finish to the meal.
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Short Rib
Praised in more than one review for being absolutely delicious and part of an outstanding meal.
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Ahi Tuna
Called out as especially special in a shared appetizer spread, with reviewers saying it stood out even among several excellent dishes.
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Lingcod
Recommended for being cooked to perfection and presented as one of the best parts of the meal.
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Pork Belly
Described as absolutely delicious, with one reviewer saying they could have eaten much more of it.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 4:30 to 7:30 PM |
About Mahle House Restaurant
Set in a historic home, this upscale eatery offers farm-fresh European plates in an elegant setting.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Mahle House Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for dishes like porcupine prawns, rack of lamb, short rib, and ling cod, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the careful cooking and memorable sauces. The Wednesday chef’s table and other multi-course dinners also stand out for their creativity and strong value.
What dishes are most recommended at Mahle House Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the porcupine prawns, rack of lamb, short rib, ling cod, creme brulee, and peanut butter pie. Other frequently praised plates include beef carpaccio, calamari, scallops, and eggs benedict at brunch.
What is the atmosphere like at Mahle House Restaurant?
The restaurant has a cozy, historic, and romantic feel because it is set in a heritage home in Nanaimo. Guests describe it as warm and comfortable, which works well for date nights, special occasions, small groups, and solo diners who want a quieter dinner.
Is Mahle House Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
It is on the pricier side for the area, but many reviewers say the quality, service, and portion size justify it. The Wednesday five-course chef’s table is called a strong value at $80 per person, especially for the amount of food and the unique shared courses.
What is a good time or way to visit Mahle House Restaurant?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the Wednesday chef’s table is a notable option if you want a structured multi-course experience. Reviewers also mention that weekend evenings can be busy, while brunch on a quiet Sunday morning felt relaxed and easy to enjoy.
Is parking available at Mahle House Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Mahle House Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mahle House Restaurant offers vegan options.
