Wickaninnish Inn's stunning oceanfront restaurant offers floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pacific. Features local seafood, wild game, and foraged ingredients from Vancouver Island.
The Pointe Restaurant sits at the tip of the Wickaninnish Inn on Chesterman Beach in Tofino, British Columbia, offering what is widely regarded as one of the most dramatic dining environments in Canada. Floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of the circular dining room frame uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, the surrounding old-growth forest, and the turbulent surf that makes Tofino famous among storm watchers and surfers alike. The kitchen draws almost exclusively on Vancouver Island's extraordinary natural larder — wild Pacific salmon, Dungeness crab, spot prawns, razor clams, and foraged mushrooms and herbs — and prepares them with a refined contemporary sensibility that honours the ingredients without obscuring them. The breakfast service, open to non-hotel guests, is an exceptional experience in its own right: watching Pacific waves crash while eating local Dungeness crab eggs Benedict is a rare pleasure. Dinner reservations are essential and are often held by hotel guests; non-guests should book well in advance particularly during the peak summer season and the popular storm-watching season in autumn and winter.
Signature dishes
- Wild BC Salmon — $52
- Dungeness Crab — $48
Good to know
- Hours
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM daily
- Reservations
- Required
Location
500 Osprey Ln, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
49.0972, -125.8875 View on map
Highlights
- Circular dining room with floor-to-ceiling Pacific Ocean views on three sides
- Wild Pacific salmon, Dungeness crab, spot prawns, and foraged ingredients from Vancouver Island
- Breakfast open to non-hotel guests — a spectacular start to a Tofino day
- One of the most dramatic ocean-view dining experiences in Canada
- Storm-watching season (autumn/winter) adds a spectacular natural backdrop to dinner
Tips for visiting
- Non-hotel guests should book dinner as far in advance as possible — hotel guests have priority
- The breakfast service is less competitive to book and equally impressive in setting
- Request a table directly at the window when making a reservation — worth specifying
- Storm-watching season (October to March) produces the most dramatic ocean views from the dining room
- The Wickaninnish Inn's location is 20 minutes from downtown Tofino — factor in the drive
Accessibility
The Wickaninnish Inn and The Pointe Restaurant are fully accessible. The inn provides step-free access throughout, including to the restaurant's dining room. Accessible washrooms are available. The property's beachfront location involves some uneven natural terrain outdoors, but the building interior is entirely accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be a Wickaninnish Inn guest to dine at The Pointe?
No. Non-hotel guests are welcome for both breakfast and dinner, though hotel guests have reservation priority. Non-guests should book well in advance for dinner.
What type of food does The Pointe Restaurant serve?
Pacific Northwest cuisine built around Vancouver Island's exceptional seafood and foraged ingredients. Wild salmon, Dungeness crab, spot prawns, and locally foraged mushrooms are menu staples.
Is breakfast worth the visit at The Pointe?
Yes. Breakfast at The Pointe is one of Tofino's most celebrated morning experiences, combining an ocean-view setting with a menu that prominently features local seafood.
What is the best time of year to visit?
The restaurant is spectacular year-round. Summer offers the mildest weather and longest daylight hours; storm-watching season from October to March brings powerful ocean drama to the view.
How far is The Pointe from downtown Tofino?
The restaurant is located at the Wickaninnish Inn on Chesterman Beach, approximately a 20-minute drive from downtown Tofino. A car or taxi is needed.