Happy Jack's Restaurant

4.4 ( 360 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
834 Island Hwy W, Parksville, BC V9P 2B7, Canada
+1 250-586-9298

Happy Jack's Restaurant, nestled in Parksville, BC, has rapidly become a local favorite for its inviting atmosphere and memorable dining experiences. Many patrons commend the restaurant for its friendly staff and exceptional service, with servers like Brooklyn and Chelsea being highlighted for their attentiveness and engaging demeanor. The positive vibes are amplified by delightful menu offerings that include standouts such as the Salt and Pepper Wings, which have garnered rave reviews from both first-time visitors and regulars alike.

Guests like Stella M and Inimitable have expressed their joy over the culinary delights, particularly appreciating the thoughtful presentation and quality of ingredients—like the fresh greens in the Cajun Taco Salad. The restaurant's clean yet cozy decor complements the vibrant dining experience, making it an ideal stop for anyone exploring the nearby attractions, including Englishman River Falls.

Overall, Happy Jack's not only promises fantastic food but also creates a welcoming space that encourages return visits. As noted by Debbie Buckingham, the staff embodies excellence in customer service, making every meal feel special. With its appealing dishes and charming atmosphere, Happy Jack's is a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has changing table(s)
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Happy Jack's Restaurant

Stella M
Jun 28,2025
Went out with two friends. Very pleasant. Food was great, especially the Salt and Pepper Wings.
Tee Maguire
Jun 2,2025
Up from Victoria on a short vacation. The food was *%#& amazing ! Our server Brooklyn was the best. Quick attentive and knowledgeable about the food. One of our best restaurant experiences in a long time ! Well done Happy Jacks from Happy Tony and Happy Tracey-Ann!
Shaun S.
May 15,2025
Stopped here for lunch after visiting the Englishman River Falls and the Coombs Old Country Market. Was quite busy for lunch (during Spring Break and many families were here). Staff were very friendly and always smiling. We liked the dark but clean look of the decor. We were in the middle of a week-long road trip and opted to have a healthier option of the Cajun Taco Salad. The salad was delicious with fresh mixed greens and a subtle Salsa. Surprising though was the presentation of the shredded tortilla chips sprinkled about. This is an excellent restaurant and wish them continued success!
Inimitable
May 1,2025
Arayna was our server 2 nights in a row with our visiting nieces. She made the meal fun and was very nice to the girls. They liked the salt and pepper wings a lot. Best server in a long time. I nominate her for employee of the month. The vegan burger was good too, with lots of onions and pickles. They’re busy at dinner time but the wait wasn’t too long at all. All the staff members were friendly and very helpful. We’ll be back!
Debbie Buckingham
Apr 10,2025
Our new fridge broke down and we wanted to try Happy Jacks for a long time, so with a broken fridge waiting for parts, we decided what better time to go. Well we have now been 4 times for dinner in a week & half! We have sat at tables twice and the last 2 times at the bar, tonight was at the bar. Our amazing server Chelsea was fantastic. She is what defines excellence in customer service! She was very attentive. We watched her as she was behind the bar, she looked like she was having fun, always that big smile on her face. All the wait staff was soooo friendly. We will continue to go back as it's just such a great vibe in there, and of course their food is amazing! The owners of Happy Jacks, must be extremely proud of their team. I wish you continued success, oh and we will be back!
Kaila Wetmore
Apr 8,2025
Went today for the first time and it was such a good experience! Service was great, patio was awesome and relaxing. The dog menu is lovely, my boy was a very happy customer! I had the chicken, Bri and cranberry sandwich with lattice fries and a side of Chipotle mayo to dip, would highly recommend Will 100% be back to try more of the menu. Thanks Happy Jack's!!
hanna fanyeck
Apr 4,2025
Autumn was incredible! Super friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. She made our night so easy and enjoyable. You can tell she really cares—best service we’ve had in a long time! never left our cups empty and was very witty!!
Lenni luvsBrian
Mar 18,2025
Excellent food overall! We went here for Mother's Day! We enjoyed our meals, but the Mother's Day dessert wasn't that great in our opinion. Other than that, we would definitely go back here again!!!! I recommend the perogies!

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