De L'île

04/01/2026

A little update and sneak peek of whats to come.

We have been busy working away on our second book volume II for De L’île restaurant.

This project was intended to be smaller, but have now turned into something much bigger than originally planned.
Compiling of almost 50 dishes, you can expect hundreds of recipes and pictures exploring the seasons within a year at the restaurant on Vancouver Island.
Whilst we can’t give a specific date for completion yet, we are working on getting it done as soon as possible.
Be sure to keep an eye out for future updates.

Ps we are looking into making this into a physical book instead of digital let us know what you think?

12/26/2025

The mushroom pâté became a customer favourite over the years at De L’île.

Smooth, rich, and deeply satisfying.

It perfectly encapsulates our way of cooking — working closely with what’s local, shaped by what’s growing and available in the moment, and treating simple ingredients with care.

The recipes in The Basics, Volume I are the building blocks of our cooking — preparations we return to, adapt, and build our dishes around.

For the full recipe and others like it, see The Basics, Volume I. Available now via the link in our bio.

12/19/2025

We have now launched our first digital book now available to purchase on our website.

De L’île - Volume I The basics.

A curated collection of the foundational recipes behind many of our favourite dishes.

Keep an eye out for Volume II in the new year.

Thank you all for your continued support.

Will & Milena

08/21/2025

After Five and a half years of our small restaurant it is time for us to end this chapter.

We would like to thank each and everyone one of guests for all your support and commitment to us over the years.

To all our farmers, suppliers, wineries and reps thank you for believing in us and helping us to be successful in our endeavours.

And lastly to all of our staff past and present thank you for all your hard-work and commitment to making our restaurant run smoothly.

Our final service will be August 29th

Thank you,
De L’île team

05/03/2025

May reservations are filling up quickly.

Our Spring menu 002 is now in full swing.

This menu moves inland from the ocean and starts exploring the bounty of the spring gardens and fields.

Lots of vibrant colours and flavours are abundant throughout.

Join us for an in depth exploration of Spring on Vancouver Island.

Reservations can be made via our website at: www.delilerestaurant.ca

📸 The final dessert.
- Honey | Almond | Citrus | Spring blossoms

We look forward to hosting you soon

De L’île team.

05/02/2025

If you didn’t already know, the secret is now out.

Introducing our new Apéro hour!

What is Apéro you ask?
Think of it as a time to gather with friends and family to enjoy some light snacks and refreshments before a meal or to unwind from the days work. Our take on a classic happy hour so to speak.

What should you expect?
Quick snacks to be enjoyed eating with the hands.
Feature drinks including beer, cocktails and wine which change each week.

Our approach is no fuss, no reservations and just good times.

Available everyday we are open
4:30 - 5:30pm

See you then.

De L’île team.

05/01/2025

May reservations are open and filling quickly.

Today we launch our Spring menu 002 which moves away from the ocean and into the spring garden and fields.

Vibrant flavours and colours of green drive this new menu.

Reservations are best made via our website:

www.delilerestaurant.ca

We look forward to hosting you soon, and taking you on a journey of what spring has to offer.

De L’île Team.

04/14/2025

We have opened our booking system up for the month of May.
Come and join us as we explore the abundance of spring on the Island and BC.

Choose your own journey.

- Enjoy an immersive 7 course tasting menu dining experience exploring the region and season, or

- Stop by for a casual bite and glass of wine.

We look forward to serving you soon,

De L’île Team.

04/03/2025

And just like that we are back up and running with our new spring menu.
We are full tonight but have space available Friday/Saturday but are filling up quick.

Reservations are best made via our website.

Our current menu is a fleeting glance at spring on Vancouver Island.

📸 Opening snacks inspired by tidal pools.
- Scallop and Fermented carrot Sea star
- “Sea-Weeds” seaweed crisp and herb

De L’île Team.

04/03/2025

And just like that we are back up and running with our new spring menu.
We are full tonight but have space available Friday/Saturday but are filling up quick.

Reservations are best made via our website.

Our current menu is a fleeting glance at spring on Vancouver Island.

📸 Opening snacks inspired by tidal pools.
- Scallop and Fermented carrot Sea star
- “Sea-Weeds” seaweed crisp and herb

De L’île Team.

03/19/2025

New dishes are starting to take form for our Spring menu.

The Restaurant is back open from April 2nd.

We are now taking bookings for the month of April.
Bookings are best made online via our website: www.delilerestaurant.ca

📸 Fingerling potato | Parmesan | Black pepper | Wild greens

12/07/2024