Basque

[Kat]

Does anyone have any information about "Basque" that is in the building on the corner of Wallace st. and Albert street?

I'm very intrigued by this place and want to know more about it...look like it'll be a restaurant/lounge, which I personally think is exactly what the Downtown Nanaimo core needs more of.

[Kat]

"In the heart of the harbour city; Basque features the nostalgic dining under ther stars lounge, Bodega Chef's table and authentic tapas bar. Spanish & french inspired dishes created with fresh, locally sourced ingredients."


I found this on a different site...

[fitz]

I just noticed it this morning actually, and was wondering myself what it might be. Can't wait to try it out.

[Kat]

under the logo for basque the caption is:

*Wine * Dine * Dance*

sounds like it might just be exactly what Nanaimo needs!

[fiona]

Today is the opening day for Basque restaurant...it features incredible renovations that refurbished the famous "starlight ceiling", the chef is one of the brightest new stars of BC culinary arts, the manager is a polished and seasoned vetran of fine dining, and the owner operator is a woman who has run restaurants in Canada and Hong Kong, and who is also a papered chef. Months of research were conducted last year in travels through France & Spain---the plateware was actually purchased in Spain. My husband and I can't wait to go there...but it may take a little while, as we live in Ohio, USA.
The reason I know all of this is that the owner/operator is my sister Valerie.
I've seen pictures etc. but if you would post something after you visit, I would love to hear about your visit. Bon appetite'!

[Kat]

Wow, Thats very informative, Thank you fiona! I actually drove by today after work and was very glad indeed to see a sign outside that read "OPEN 11am-11pm", I will hopefully be trying it out very very soon and I will most definitely let you know.

[selltile]

now Sept 2008--how is this restaurant doing

[bamb00]

I've only been to Basque for maybe 6-7 times since the beginning of this year and everytime I am there I really enjoyed it. The combination of drinks, food and the atmosphere is probably up there on the list for me. I would recommend it.

[nza]

hey bamboo. havne't seen any sightings of you in a while.

basque? we thought it was meh. A little too facetious for what it is. imho.

[bamb00]

No sightings of me? Two words: face-off.

you created a new account?! for what reason would you do that haha