Baked Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
CA$16.00
crisp flour tortillas, spicy buffalo chicken, cheddar, cream cheese, onions, peppers. served w/ jalapeno ranch.
Brand Certified
Original Joe's
4.2(1,538 reviews)
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
Business Details
3280 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC
V9T 1W1, Canada
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
(250) 585-1563
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
https://www.originaljoes.ca/en/locations/bc/nanaimo/3280-north-island-highway
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
About
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
RestaurantRecipe Unlimited
Original Joe’s is a restaurant that welcomes everyone. We have craveable classics for lunch or dinner, down-to-earth vibes and a friendly team looking to brighten your day! Our location is situated in Country Club Mall with multiple shops and services. Stop in for a drink on our patio if you’re on your way to the BC Ferries or have worked up an appetite at the Nanaimo Golf Club. Fans of skating can visit Frank Crane Arena for a fun afternoon, or walk around the trails of Long Lake. Whatever you do with your days in Nanaimo, our team at OJ’s is here to satisfy your cravings! If you’re looking for a meal with two sides, delicious dill dip or craft beer, you know where to find us.
Details
- Dine-inAvailable
- DeliveryAvailable
- TakeoutAvailable
- Accepts reservationsAvailable
Location
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
Hours
Certified by Original Joe's • Aug 30, 2026
Monday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
3 menus · 271 items
Explore offerings from Original Joe's on 3280 North Island Highway in Nanaimo, with popular summer eats, snack & share, burgers & handhelds, and soups & salads available at this location.
Food
63 items
Snack & Share
Bruschetta
CA$13.75
baked mozza & parmesan garlic crostinis.
Truffle Parm Fries
CA$12.50
fresh cut fries, truffle oil, grated parm, malt vinegar aioli.
Dynamite Shrimp
CA$19.75
spicy chili aioli, unagi sauce, togarashi.
Chili Lime Chicken
CA$17.50
crispy chicken, chow mein noodles, chili lime sauce, cucumber, matchstick carrots, sesame seeds, green onion.
Traditional Poutine
CA$13.75
quebec curd, gravy.
Onion Rings
CA$12.50
panko crusted, dill dip.
Jalapeno Mac & Cheese
CA$16.00
creamy cheese sauce, toasted parmesan panko.
Brussels Sprouts
CA$16.00
red pepper, bacon, parmesan, cilantro, lime crema.
Calamari
CA$17.75
onions, jalapenos, bell peppers, tzatziki.
Chicken Gyoza
CA$15.75
pan-fried chicken & vegetable dumplings, sweet & spicy soy, garlic chili oil, sesame sauce, green onions.
Mini Stuffed Yorkies
CA$18.00
5 mini yorkies, Certified Angus Beef ®, horseradish aioli, au jus for dipping.
Joe's Dry Ribs
CA$17.00
garlic sesame marinated pork ends, garlic butter, coarse black pepper.
Chicken Wings 1LB
CA$19.00
whiskey bbq, honey garlic, teriyaki, sweet chili, caribbean jerk, hot, salt & pepper, ghost pepper, salt & vinegar, dill pickle, cajun, greek, nashville hot, shanghai, hot parmesan, truffle parmesan, garlic parmesan.
INDIVIDUAL NACHOS
CA$17.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
TABLE NACHOS
CA$24.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
PARTY NACHOS
CA$44.00
cheddar, mozza, queso, tomato, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, green onion, fire roasted salsa, sour cream.
Burgers & Handhelds
Chicken Club Wrap
CA$22.25
chicken, bacon, cheddar, avocado, tomato, lettuce, mayo, honey dijon vinaigrette.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
CA$22.25
crispy buffalo style chicken, lettuce, cheddar, tomato, green onion, ranch.
Carolina Pulled Pork
CA$19.75
whiskey bbq sauce, coleslaw.
A.C.E. Cheese Burger
CA$21.50
two beef patties, potato bun, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce.
The Original
CA$19.25
charbroiled beef patty, brioche, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle, burger sauce.
The Kona
CA$23.50
choice of beef patty or grilled chicken, brioche, grilled pineapple, teriyaki, bacon, mozza, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo.
Whiskey BBQ Bacon Cheese Burger
CA$23.25
charbroiled beef patty w/ whiskey bbq sauce, bacon, cheddar, brioche, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, dill pickle, burger sauce
Cajun Chicken Cheddar
CA$21.75
lettuce, mayo, tomato, onion, cheddar, brioche bun.
ImpossibleTM Burger
CA$19.50
lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, burger sauce, potato bun.
The Haddock Stack
CA$24.00
beer battered haddock, brioche bun, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, tartar sauce.
Classic
CA$21.50
lettuce, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Nashville Spicy
CA$21.50
nashville spices, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Ghost Pepper
CA$21.50
ghost pepper sauce, coleslaw, pickle, seasoned mayo. made with a buttermilk marinated, hand-breaded chicken breast, potato bun.
Choose 2 sides to complete your meal.
fresh cut fries w/ dill dip or gravy crinkle fries w/ dill dip or gravy sesame brown rice mixed green salad veggies & dip coleslaw caesar salad ..... 1 mashed potatoes ..... 1 garlic parm broccolini ..... 3 sweet potato fries w/ chipotle or dill dip ..... 3 onion rings w/ dill dip ..... 3 poutine
Add from these choices below to make your burger even more perfect for you.
mushrooms, sautéed onions or jalapeno peppers ..... 1.75cheddar, mozza, provolone or swiss ..... 2 bacon, avocado, guacamole or fried egg ..... 2.75
Soups & Salads
French Onion Soup
CA$10.25
rich onion & beef broth, garlic croutons, baked w/ provolone cheese.
Pacific Rim Noodle Soup
CA$21.50
chicken, shrimp, rice noodles, veg, spiced chicken stock, chili garlic oil.
Tomato Bacon Soup Bowl
CA$9.00
Tomato Bacon Soup w/ crostinis
CA$13.00
baked mozza & parmesan garlic crostinis.
Chicken Caesar Salad
CA$21.50
chicken served grilled or cajun, romaine, croutons, bacon, parmesan.
California Cobb
CA$22.00
chicken, cheddar, bacon, avocado, cucumber, tomato, egg, balsamic bleu cheese vinaigrette.
The West Coast Chop
CA$22.50
cucumber, avocado, goat cheese, dried cranberries, candied almonds, baked chickpeas, honey dijon vinaigrette.
Casual
Dragon Boat Lettuce Wraps
CA$19.25
chicken breast, carrots, red peppers, mushrooms, onions, cabbage, chow mein noodles, cashews, cilantro, hoisin peanut sauce, chili garlic oil
Chicken Tenders
CA$21.75
plum sauce, homecut fries, gravy or dill dip.
Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla
CA$22.00
chipotle chicken, cheddar, mozza, red onion, red pepper, fresh jalapenos, salsa & chipotle sauce. served w/ fries
Baja Fish Tacos
CA$19.75
beer battered haddock, tangy coleslaw, tomato, green onion, chipotle aioli, cilantro, served w/ fries.
Mains
Steak Sandwich
CA$29.50
6oz AAA top sirloin, garlic bread w/ 2 sides.
Butter Chicken
CA$21.50
chicken breast, curried cream sauce, basmati rice, cilantro, yogurt, garlic naan.
Spicy Shanghai Noodle Bowl
CA$23.50
fat noodles, AAA shaved beef, bok choy, carrots, red pepper, celery, onions in a shanghai chili soy glaze, topped w/ 5 spice peanuts & bird's eye chilis.
Teriyaki Rice Bowl
CA$17.50
broccoli, red onion, cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, red pepper, teriyaki sauce, sesame brown rice, cashews.
Beef Dip
CA$25.25
AAA shaved roast beef, toasted baguette, mushrooms, onions, swiss, horseradish mayo, au jus. served w/ fries.
Bruschetta Chicken Fettuccine
CA$23.00
bruschetta, chicken, pesto cream sauce, shaved parmesan, garlic toast.
Fish & Chips
CA$18.00
north atlantic haddock, tartar sauce, gravy or dill dip.
The Chicken
CA$25.00
8oz seasoned skin-on chicken breast, served w/ mashed potatoes & garlic parmesan broccolini. Choice of: whiskey peppercorn sauce cajun w/ creole butter & honey glaze
The Sweet Spot
Dirt Pie
CA$10.00
chocolate & espresso flake ice cream, fudge brownie, cookie crust, topped w/ caramel, chocolate & candied almonds.
Chocolate Brownie
CA$8.00
warmed brownie, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate & caramel sauce.
New York Cheesecake
CA$11.00
classic cheesecake, gluten free crust, blueberry compote, chantilly cream, fresh mint.
KIDS
Mac & Cheese
CA$12.00
cavatappi noodles in cheese sauce.
Chicken & Broccoli
CA$12.00
with plum sauce, over brown rice.
Cheeseburger
CA$12.00
american cheese, ketchup & pickle. +1 side
Chicken Fingers
CA$12.00
2 fingers with plum sauce. +1 side
Fish & Chips
CA$12.00
battered white fish, served with fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
CA$12.00
american cheese, white bread with a pickle on the side. +1 side
Weekend Brunch
18 items
Bar
190 items
Reviews
4.2
1,538 reviews
5 stars
874
4 stars
372
3 stars
134
2 stars
64
1 star
94
- NKNelson KongAug 17, 20265.0I love Gabe Booth!!! She’s amazing and so friendly. I an a chef at a high end restaurant and her service is at par to fine dining experience. Her food and beverage knowledge is very intuned to my dietary needs. I recommend sitting at the bar when she is working.
- HMHayley MicheleAug 15, 20265.0Hadn’t been in a long time and had such an awesome time a few nights ago! Our server Ashley was amazing, so bubbly and fun! She gave us the best service and made the whole experience very enjoyable. Will definitely be back!!
- CHCindy HugginsAug 14, 20265.0Good Evening First time to Nanaimo “ORIGINAL JOES”. Very nice greeting by Onna. We felt comfortable & welcomed to your establishment. We are from Chilliwack (THE WACK). We would like to express our Excellent service HOSTESS ONNA/WAITRESS RILEY. Your Professional ladies, well groomed & looked after us from start to finish. Food was exceptional, TACO was delicious one suggestion MORE HADDOCK should be added. Thank you Riley, Onna, & Chef/kitchen staff!
- JMJoanny MartinezAug 9, 20265.0If you have ever wanted your dinner served with a side of sharp wit and pure charm, book a table right now and beg to be seated in Jay’s section. We rolled into the restaurant expecting a standard Saturday afternoon meal, but what we got was a masterclass in high-end hospitality fueled by absolute comedic genius. From the moment Jay glided over to our table, we knew we were in for a memorable afternoon. He did not just read the daily specials; he performed them like a seasoned monologist vying for a Tony Award. When we asked if the truffle fries were actually worth the hype, Jay looked around discreetly, leaned in like he was passing classified intelligence, and whispered, "If you do not order them, I might legally have to report you to the culinary board." Naturally, we ordered two batches. He was not lying—those fries were life-changing. What makes Jay an absolute gem isn't just his stand-up-level timing; it is his uncanny, almost supernatural efficiency. Our water glasses were never less than half full, yet no one at the table actually caught him pouring them. The man moves through a packed dining room with the stealth of a ninja and the stage presence of a late-night talk show host. When my friend accidentally knocked a fork off the table, Jay materialized out of thin air with a polished replacement before the original had even finished bouncing on the floor. Great food is wonderful, but Jay transformed a basic dinner into an unforgettable experience. If management is reading this, give that man a raise. A promotion. We will definitely be back.
- DLDonald LayneAug 5, 20265.0I had a great experience at Original Joe's, and Ashley made it even better. She was friendly, welcoming, and attentive from the moment we sat down. She checked in often without ever being overbearing, made sure our drinks were always topped up, and our food came out quickly. Ashley has such a positive attitude and genuinely made us feel taken care of throughout the meal. She was knowledgeable, kind, and efficient, and you can tell she really cares about providing great service. The food and drinks were excellent, but Ashley is what made the experience memorable. She's definitely the reason I'll be coming back. If you get the chance to have Ashley as your server, you're in for a great experience.
Frequently Asked Questions About Original Joe's
Does Original Joe's Nanaimo have a patio?
Yes, Nanaimo does have a patio for dining, open based on weather conditions. Please note that this location does not allow dogs. Dogs are not permitted on the patio.
Does my local OJ’s Restaurant & Bar offer brunch?
Yes! Original Joe’s Nanaimo offers brunch on Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays till 3:00 PM. Brunch is available for dine-in only.
Is OJ’s Nanaimo Canadian owned?
You bet we are. This Original Joe's restaurant located at 3280 North Island Highway in Nanaimo is Canadian owned and locally operated! We are 100% Canadian-owned under Canadian company Recipe Unlimited, and our head office is still in Calgary to this day.
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