Reviews of McLean's Specialty Foods (Bakery)

Nunya Biznus

A great selection of cheeses and speciality items. Just wish there were more non-pork meat options.

Em von Euw

Here for the olive oil selection! Tons of other European goodies too.

Wignsthon Martinez

It is pleasure to eat and speak with the people at this place. It was a wonderful experience.

Frank Lee

A specialty store that has kept true to its name over the years! Selections are unique and carefully curated, and couple that with the knowledgeable and friendly staff really makes this a store worth a visit. Treating yourself to indulgences here really is supporting local business!

Victoria Grey

The only place in town with a decent selection of cheeses. Staff are super friendly and helpful too!

Peggy Richardson

Excellent and well-curated selection of international and gourmet items. Cheese and meat cooler, complimented by imported dry goods. January 25th each year, a traditional Haggis luncheon is served, complete with piper and neeps and tatties. Staff are very knowledgeable. Yummy lunches daily! Parking may be easier in alley. Right in the middle of the old city quarter and walking distance to many other interesting shops. I always leave with a delightful bag of tasty goodies.

Nunaya Business

Nice birra haggis and black pudding.

jonathan nelson

AMAZING

Christine Robertson

Wide variety of specialty products, pleasant staff.

Saskia de Quaasteniet

Finally my first visit and blown away by the selection of their specialty foods and cheeses. I decided to treat myself and chose a creamy brie, wine chorizo and absolutely delicious lemon/salt crackers. Looking forward to patio time this sunny weekend!

Brian Moran

Great selection of high quality stuff.

Lou

Always pleased!

Victoria Treacy

Great for deli meats and cheese

Robbo D

When there's some food product I can't find in the Parksville/Qualicum area, it's usually to be had at McLean's. The cheeses and meats are phenomenal. I was once looking for squid ink for making a seafood pasta. You can guess where I found it.

Lynette Meek

Great selection of British and European food products. Staff are friendly and the beef meat pies are made in house.

Marian Pozzolo

We stumbled upon this gem of a store by accident... it was meant to be! Absolutely amazing cheese selection with unique cheese I have not seen at even the top cheese places in Vancouver. They make their own Cider marinated Camembert which is delicious! And the cider is local. A definite English twist but many European goodies, including a selection of balsamic vinegar’s, pastas and everything you would need for a European feast! A great little neighborhood in Nanaimo that everyone should check out! Only about 10-15 from the ferry off of Jingle Pot Road.

Shaun Butta

Awesome cheeses from this store and friendly service. Highly recommended!

Eeb Neeb

My favorite store in all of Nanaimo. Absolutely love everything they sell and the people make it that much better This store deserves more love. Check it out around these hours. Tuesday to Saturday 11 - 4

Alastair Gore

Great Deli selling pre made and made to order delicious sandwiches and world foods. Lots of international brands on offer. Very friendly Scottish owner

Craig Rowan

A great store to find a selection of Scottish delicacies.

Fiona Robinson

The ultimate cheese and cracker destination. Lots of other goodies too, but I'm in their for the best cheese in town.

Cory Schreyer

Very helpful staff. Great selection. Good place to browse for somthing new/different. Or to find that special cheese or meat for the appy plate.

Erik Lehman

Food is excellent. Service is great and courteous and the selection is good. A great little European style market.

Richard Jamieson

Delicious

Guybrush Threepwood

Great customer service and selection.

Ryan O'Keefe

Great food. Beautiful spot to have lunch. Good selection of import foods

TheAnarchistKampfen

Love the selection of stuff here but wasent a big fan of in-house made pie I tried steak and mushroombut rest was good

Miguel Montana

Really good selection of products

Cliff Bryans

Very nice place. The have super knowledge and friendly staff. They have a huge selection of goods from around the world.

Al Cormons

Great little deli for British and European cheeses and meat products.

Hez Ronningen

Great cheeses and meats, the help here is friendly and knowledgable.

Alex Klepper

Amazing selection and amazing staff! Love this place!

Rodrigo Moreno Villamar

Overhyped, overpriced, decent selection.

Bob

A lot of European and UK foods not seen anywhere else . Great selection of cheese . Good time browsing

Bill Smith

Great selection of products from different countries.

Jonathan Colvin

Excellent selection of well curated and aged cheeses, and a lot of English and world food specialties. Best cheese selection and quality I've found in BC.

Eris

Probably my favorite store in the entire town. Just about everything they sell is great. I recommend the bacon sarnie and the sticky toffee pudding.

Ingrid Fitzpatrick

Every time we visit Nanaimo we have to make a stop at McLeans! So many wonderful imported goodies. And most importantly, amazing selection of cheeses!

Keira Mackay

(Translated) Good health (Original) Slainte mhath

Morgane Cailloux

Awesome Biltong- perfect for any South African missing certain treats from SA

Tere Arboleda

I did not plan to come to this specialty store but while walking around Old City Quarter. I saw this shop and the name of the store intrigued me. When I went inside, I was so amazed with the variety of their products (mostly European). Lots of stocking stuffer and giveaway ideas. The place is fully stocked with imported items like cheese, jams, sausages, vinaigrette dressing, other condiments, and sauces. My eyes was so full and in awe of their items. And some of their items were mostly affordable. I will surely be back soon. Thank you for the window shopping experience. And allowing me to take pictures. On my next visit. I will surely buy some of your products.

Susan Stansfield

Like going home to Scotland.. my favorite rose's lime marmalade. Yum

Richard Hay

Great selection of foods and cheeses from England and Europe.

Anthony Dyson

One of my all time favorite stores in Nanaimo. A must for anybody from English heritage or those wanting to try something local and new. Everything from gourmet cheese, meats, crisps, candies, jams, and more. Please do yourselfa favor and check it out

Ian Gibbs

Love stocking up on the British stuff here!

Brad Lapham

Cool shop with lots of tastey foods from around the world. Staff are extremely knowledgable about products and very friendly. Will keep shopping here into the future.

Michael Donegani

The best ... Visit once a month from up Island for Cheese, Chino, Scotch eggs and South African dried meats. never disappoints.

Jeff Bendixsen

Cute shop, friendly knowledgeable staff

Greg Simon

wasnt worth the money

Peter N

Great variety

anon l

One of my favorite stores in nanaimo

paul mosiuk

Love this place, great selection of high quality goods

Dan Pitcairn

Good food and imported food

anthony ball

A great selection of cheese's Love the Ayrshire bacon makes great bacon butties

Bob Nesbitt

They have a wonderful selection of European cheeses but they're haggis is the best I've ever eaten.

Judy Lilly

Wonderful selection of International Gourmet items. Helpful group of gorgeous female staff and if you're lucky you might meet Eric McLean.

Juli Wood

Genuinely wonderful staff - so friendly! Selection of foods is great, their cheese collection isn’t overwhelming and has some wonderful informational signage. Decor is welcoming. And the Nanaimo Bars? Are to freaking die for. I was absolutely impressed.

Connie Proctor

There haggis was great???? ????????????????

Carol Price

What a wonderful find! Best deli ever! They had so many items I have never seen...aka pickled walnuts. The girl behind the counter was extremely knowledgeable (and patient) as I sampled several blue cheeses before choosing one. The bulk olives were very fresh and delicious. Wish they had a deli in my neighborhood like that.

Cynrig Ap Jespre

Expensive but very good

Dave MacCabe

Everything in this store is of the highest quality and the selection is vast. Always a joy to visit.

Michael Ewacha

Any place that has Irn Bru is 5/5 in my opinion.

Lisa Barnes

Great British products, great staff!

Marijana Kommar

Great service

Mark OC

The owner is the most lovely man with such a wonderful array of treats and freshly made food. Always a pleasure.

Doug Alley

Wish there were more stores like this on the Island.

foodie08

This place is heaven!! Best cheeses ever. By far my favourite store in Nanaimo.

Norm Shokal

Great service

paul joseph

Helpful knowledgeable and fantastic quality

Emily Smithe

I use to love going there for lunch but now the portions are smaller and not nearly as good. I don't know why they changed their sandwiches and salad / bread sizes but they shouldn't have. They should go back to what they were before.

James Mules

Their cheeses are to die for!