Penny's Palapa Restaurant

10 Wharf St, Nanaimo - V9R 2X3
117 reviews
Mexican Seafood
(250) 753-2150

This restaurant came with great recommendations but we left a bit under whelmed. The setting was very nice and staff was friendly and attentive . Our son ordered halibut tacos and my wife and I had the snapper tacos, both were very good. We had also ordered nachos which were disappointing at $28. Didn't like their chose of chips, heavy thick corn tortillas, guacamole was not freshly made and other toppings were so so. The bill for 4 people with a couple drinks each came to over $200 for tacos and nachos!

The food was OK it was good but none of our food was warm its Just OK. BUT the service was awful we waited 45 minutes for our meal and had to wait 20-30 mins in the heat for a glass of water. The waitress forgot our entree and really didn’t check on us at all throughout our time there even though the place was winding down. For the price you’re paying better luck going to the fish and chip place down the road tbh.

Best nachos ever! My son and I took my wife there for her birthday. We ordered the nachos with the achiote pork. The 3 of us couldn't finish it. Delish! I had the ceviche as well. The ceviche wasn't my favorite but still good. I've eaten here before and they also have great tacos. And you can't beat the atmosphere!

Fantastic service & such beautiful scenery. This lovely spot by the water is definitely worth checking out + the staff were super friendly about us being vegan ?? We felt great after eating here, thank you ??

The food was very good, although I couldn't try the tortilla soup because it arrived a little late. the service was excellent.

Unique & wonderful experience on a floating restaurant in the harbour. Excellent quality food, and friendly prompt service here. Chicken Quesadillas and Halibut Tacos were our order, along with Margaritas of course !!

Fast friendly staff-great food

Great food and they are very dog friendly!

Lovely spot, BC vibe on the water. Great food, wanted to try the drinks but next time ! Pet friendly area.?

The food was great as was the service. The margarita which used to be my favourite was drowned and flavourless in slush ice. 5 stars for the food and service, 0 stars for the margarita.