Home - Penny's Palapa

Penny’s Palapa

Authentic Mexican dishes with a west coast flair. Customers from all over Nanaimo are drawn to the harbour, to enjoy the fresh summer breezes on our licensed floating patio. Our Tasty Tacos and Fresh-Squeezed Lime Margaritas will transport you to a warm tropical vacation.

On cooler days we’ve got you covered. Heaters, blankets, and heart-warming dishes like Enchiladas and Tortilla Soup.

Closed for the season!

Call 250-753-2150 for take-out or reservations!

Hours

Looking forward to seeing you in April 2023!

COVID-19 Update

Please see Penny’s Palapa’s comprehensive Work Safe plan here.

Penny's Palapa

4 months ago

Well what a fabulous way to wrap up an incredible season! I'm not sure how we have been so lucky to always have the absolute best team year after year but 2022 was no exception. Thank yoVancouver Island Whale WatchWatch for a spectacular tour. And thank you to all of you that visited us this season and let us share our Palapa with you. We all love it dearly and appreciate your support. See ya in 20#lifeonthedocksd#pennyspalapaa#nanaimomarinaa#bestteameverm#vancouverislands#explorebco#thatsawrapawrap ... See MoreSee Less

View on Facebook

· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

View Comments

Likes: 50
Shares: 1
Comments: 5

Comment on Facebook

Thank you for coming out with us! It was an absolute blast - cheers to another great season! 🎉

Wow! What a great way to appreciate your staff. We’ll done! We always enjoy a meal on the docks with you! See you next year.

What an amazing experience!! Thank you again and again Renay Deschambault for being the world's best boss!!

See you next year. Had some great times at PP’s this season.

Whale watching was sooo much fun!! I’m going to miss everyone, see you next season 🐳💨✨

View more comments

Penny's Palapa is at Penny's Palapa.

4 months ago

It's the last day of the 2022 season down at the Palapa!! Hope to see to#margaritatimea#tacost#enchiladasl#nachosa#burritosr#cervezasv#nanaimomarinaa#nanaimoeatso#DowntownNanaimon#lifeonthedocksdocks ... See MoreSee Less

Its the last day of the 2022 season down at the Palapa!! Hope to see today!
#margaritatime #tacos #enchiladas #nachos #burritos #cervezas #nanaimomarina #nanaimoeats #downtownnanaimo #lifeonthedocks

View on Facebook

· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

View Comments

Likes: 20
Shares: 2
Comments: 0

Comment on Facebook

Location

#10 Wharf Street, Penny’s Palapa is located down on the Dock of Float H, in Nanaimo’s Waterfront Marina. Down the ramp closest to the Wharfinger’s office. Click on map for a custom tour of local amenities.
For more info see 'Explore the Waterfront'

Parking

NEW: 3 hour courtesy moorage! Contact Wharfinger office to assure your spot. VHF Channel 67 Phone: 250-754-5053

Pioneer Plaza Parkade on Front Street is closest to the marina.

The Port Theatre has a parkade located at the corner of Wharf and Front Street.

Port Place mall has parking located on Front Street across from the marina.

More info and map see ‘Visit Penny’s’