Early Bird Cafe in Vancouver Island

Service was great, but food was only okay. It was interesting, because all the foods that required any skill were pretty well done, but some of the less technical dishes were neither particularly hot or flavourful. The atmosphere was excellent, but as a visitor, it doesn't stick out enough that I would be back.

I enjoy going there to have my order coojed from scratch using real food

4 stars because the service could be better but the food was delicious

It's been a few yrs but still this restaurant has good value for your money & still gives top quality food. The service is friendly and very homey. Perfect for a bigger strapped hme with favorable quality food aweves with a genuine smile

This is a pretty standard place where you can just get grub, get it early, and get full. I don't think there's a place in town open as early, so it sort of wins on the pigeonhole principle. There was a wall full of kids drawings of birds and I was sitting next to what I believe was an owl making some reference to "what came first the owl or the egg." The kid that drew it, Tiffany, had the owl driving a car, which I liked.

Great basic breakfast.I have allergies (dairy and soy) our server was very friendly and did her best to accommodate, I couldn't have toast but the eggs and bacon were delicious. She also offered me fruit which I declined. Strong coffee was flowing and we weren't rushed out of our table which was nice for our visit

Love this place ..staff all have a sense of humor

I came here for breakfast and was not dissappointed! The breakfast menu is large with many choices available for different diets. The breakfast I ordered was very tasty and filling and the prices were fair. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing, it felt like a mom & pop diner which made us feel at home. The staff was very kind made us feel comfortable and welcomed. I would definately love to come back here!

I usually go here if I'm preparing to end an all-nighter on a good and positive note. Although the coffee is a little strong for my taste, the food is amazing. Whilst there is direct competition across the street, this place holds its on in a good way. Would highly recommend.

Great place, just needs about ten times the space cause it's so busy, that if you want a lapdance and the smell of the person that is basically sitting on your laps bacon grease to fill your pallette with the feeling of being too close to your neighbors then this is the place for you. I personally think that they need parking and a bigger better location something with its own parking lot not shared with three or four other downtown locations and zero to none street parking. For a breakfast joint that is established and has a repeat customer base and a buffet I think they could take over another location or build one and not be so small .... 2019 people.

Love this place. The Blackstone Benny is amazing!

Good food good staff good prices good good

Food is always good. friendly staff

The food, while isn't bad, isn't great either. It is very fairly priced though so you do get what you pay for. The wait staff is a mixed bag. I've been there several times, when my usual place is closed, or too full, and they normally aren't very attentive to our needs. They do seem to look after the regulars they know by name very well but for people like us we sort of get forgotten about. I routinely have to ask for refills on my drinks and go up and get things I've asked for when they are at our table, like tabasco sauce and ketchup, and they don't really come check to see how are meal is. The greeter who seats you is very friendly and is probably the highlight of the staff. Overall it's an ok place to eat but it really doesn't stand out in any way. It could definitely be renovated, nearly every seat has duct tape patches on it. If you want a cheap quick meal it's a good place to go, if you'd like great food and a pleasant experience I'd suggest somewhere else.

This was our first time here and it was fantastic. Large portions, good prices and the staff was excellent with kids. We will definitely be back!

Great burger, good service and fair price!

Local restaurant 20$ per person for breakfast really good food and great service

Friendly staff and good breakfast

Always good food n service. My fave brekkie place

Fantastic food with a friendly staff. This place gets busy so sit back and relax with the retro bird decore.

I have been eating at this fine establishment for years! Breakfast is always done the way i ask and the lunch menu is always tempting to dive into. Staff are friendly and inviting, atmosphere is cozy and the price is always right. if you're looking for a place to catch up with friends or just need something to eat early bird cafe is my first suggestion to anyone in town

Good food.

Early Bird Cafe has always been my favorite place for a family style brunch on weekends. Its a relaxed place where they give you a warm welcome, serve your food, fresh and hot, checking back after you have a few bites if the food they have was what we expected and so on. Recommend this place for home style breakfast to anyone!

Very friendly, and efficient staff. The benny's with supreme hash are to die for, and are also extremely affordable, probably the cheapest and best benny's in town. Always come back here through the years, and I'm never disappointed.

Great service and tasty food in this quaint little restaurant.

Good food, big portions, locals love it

Service is great! Food is great! Atmosphere is comfortable.

Great breakfast. Big portion and eggs were perfect!

Such a warm and friendly bunch. Great breakfast, my favorite meal of the day.

Three of us went out for brunch on Sunday and the place has hopping! Loved it. Customers are friendly and the food was amazing. I will be coming back for the buffet!

Great food and friendly staff. Great way to start your day I say

Great breakfast spot! Great food good price! Awesome service!

Good service good food nothing particularly outstanding but I could easily recommend to anyone looking for breakfast in the area.

Great service and fare! Would definitely go back again. Staff friendly and helpful. Washroom was clean and inviting.

Happy with my experience here. Waitress was great and food was good. Would come back.

Been here twice now and the food has been amazing both times, I’ll definitely be back again.

A staple in the valley with the best breakfast special for the money - hands down. Good eggs benny's too! Mom & pop greasy spoon that is a fixture in the Comox Valley. Staff are attentive & friendly.

Best staff in the valley

Nice environment good food coffee.

Great atmosphere, fantastic staff, amazing eggs benny.

What a Cafe, I get exactly what I order and Its good every darn time. Like the staff, because they are beautifully friendly . Ya want a genuine cafe experience come here. Have taken friends because that's what you do to friends treat em,

Good drip coffee. Great comfort food. Can be busy at prime eating times. A nice family run restaurant. Popular with locals, easy parking.Great staff that's been there for years.A locals, haunt. Worth searching out. And a brew pub nearby.

Very good food a little slow but worth it ok prices

Good old down home breakfasts. Pan fries as they should be!

We visit here every time we're in town - you cannot beat the portions of tasty food for the price and the servers here are pros! It says a lot when a family of five can eat an amazing breakfast/brunch without breaking the bank!

My first visit to the Early Bird Cafe and really enjoyed. It was busy but we were seated immediately. Service was friendly and prompt. We had the veggie egg wrap and it arrived hot and was really good. The wrap came with a side of potatoes that had onion in them and were excellent. Definitely would go back. Highly recommend.

The best place to go for breakfast in Courtney! The staff is superb, and very friendly. The portions are HUGE and delicious! Plus, they're always very time effective. Would recommend if you're flying solo or with a large group.

Nice people the food was good and coffee refills. What more do you want.🇬🇧

Fantastic service and delicious food. We took full advantage of their all-day breakfast, after the call of nature forced our group into the closest restaurant we could find. Fortunately for us, they had delicious breakfast options for the vegetarian and the celiac in our group...as well as excellent options for the non-dietary-challenged. Our group tried an omelette, a club wrap, eggs Benedict and a skillet, and nobody was interested in sharing their plates...it was all too good! Portions were generous, coffee was bottomless, and smiles and friendly banter were the special of the day. Top marks for the Mrs. Early and Mr. Bird.

Give them a try, just might surprise you in a good way. My husband and I really enjoyed it