The Wells, Barkerville, Bowron Lakes area offers a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. Whether you're looking for traditional 1800's food in Barkerville, a romantic dinner at Bowron Lake, a family dinner in Wells, or a quick coffee and baked goods, we have it all.

Food, Gold and Gifts

Some summer residents call it their little piece of Vancouver, some call it their little piece of heaven and some just call it home.

Open May through September, right on the main highway in Wells, the Bear’s Paw is perhaps the most eclectic place to eat in Wells. Besides Mexican Fajitas and Mediterranean soups you can sample great pastries, fresh baked cakes or delicious ice cream.

Serve it up with one of their espressos in one of the friendliest cups on the planet. But that’s not all, as one patron remarked, “This is the first licensed bakery I’ve ever been in!” Enjoying a Brown Bear beer on the patio has become a regular part of the summer scene in Wells. Check out their assortment of unique gift items as well. For more information phone 250-994-2345.

Bowron's Bounty

The Bear River Mercantile Family Restaurant features good home cooking, reasonable prices and a beautiful view. They have a morning breakfast menu served until 11:00am and then serve burgers, home made soups, sandwiches and quick meals thoughout the rest of the day. They also do our best to make special meals for Vegetarians or specific dietary needs.

The restaurant seats 30 people and with advance notice they can cater buffet style meals to larger groups & family events.Our restaruant is open to all, whether you want to eat or just sit and pass some time.

For more information on these services contact Bear River Mercantile by radio phone at H496699 Wells YP. By fax at 250-994-2355. Email: sandy@bowronlake.com or visit their website located at www.bowronlake.com.

Luxury on the Lake

Open from May through September, the main building at Becker's Lodge has been carefully restored and maintained to protect the historic integrity of the building.

Becker's Lodge is situated on a bluff about 100 feet directly above Bowron Lake, with a fantastic view of the snowcapped Cariboo Mountains in the background.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before you start your canoe trip, or indulge in a gourmet dinner when you come back from a week of camping. Maybe a cold draft beer or a glass of fine wine will hit the spot. Our chef creates daily international surprises to suit any taste.

For more information on these services contact Becker's Lodge by phone at 250-992-8864. Toll Free at 1-800-808-4761. Email: info@beckerslodge.ca or visit their website located at www.beckerslodge.ca.

Lakeshore Dining

This lakeshore restaurant, located right on beautiful Bowron Lake, is open from May through September.

A fully licensed premises, this family friendly dining establishment is your opportunity to enjoy a great meal while at Bowron Lake.

Enjoy the view of the lake as you have hearty "home cooked meal" before you start out; and definitely when you return from your trip. For the "trail" you need our "Sticky Cinammon Buns." Don't miss our two special meals; the huge " Bowron Burger " and our famous " Betty Wendel Chicken." Licensed premises.

For more information Phone Toll Free 1-800-519-3399. Email: bowronlakelodge@shaw.ca or visit their website located at www.bowronlakelodge.com

Barkerville's Bakery

Visit the Goldfield Bakery in Barkerville and take a walk down memory lane. The aroma of fresh baked sourdough bread and cookies that wafts through the air as you enter the bakery will take you back in time.

At the Goldfield Bakery we take pride in offering you a wide variety of fresh baked goods, prepared from scratch right on the premises.

We press our own pie shells, carefully roll and fold our own puff pastry by hand and prepare our specialty sourdough bread made with our own sourdough starter. Come and enjoy the finest baked goods you’ve ever tasted. Open May to October. Phone/fax 994-3241.

Rootbeer Saloon

Open in Barkerville Historic Town from the middle of May until September, the House Hotel, also known as the Rootbeer Saloon has a ton of tasty treats.

From refreshing rootbeer to16 flavours of ice cream, coffee, hot dogs and freshly baked goods the House Hotel has it all.

Lung Duck Tong Restaurant

Authentic Chinese Food

Open in Barkerville from May until September, the Lung Duck Tong has been imressing guests from around the world for years.

With fresh, authentic chinese cuisine served in a beautifully restored 1800s building, make sure the Lung Duck Tong restaurant is on your itinerary when you stop in Barkerville Historic Town.

For more information, including group bookings and dinner reservations, summer only, phone 250-994-3458.

Northwoods Inn Restaurant

Family Dining

Open year-round for breaksfast, lunch and dinner, the Northwoods Inn Restaurant is your home for friendly, family dining in the Wells, Barkerville, Bowron Lakes area.

With senior's discounts, a children's menu, and daily lunch and dinner specials, there is something for everyone at the Northwoods Inn Restaurant.

The Northwoods Inn Restaurant is available for catering and specializes in providing meals for visiting tour groups and school groups. For more information, to book tours, or to make a reservation, please phone, 250-994-3325.

Wake-up-Jake Restaurant

Authentic 1800s Dining

Open in Barkerville from May through until September, the Wake-up-Jake serves a variety of authentic and delicious 1800s dishes.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Jake serves bacon and eggs, porridge, stews, stir-fries, soups, salads, fresh trout, steak and many other delectable dinners and deserts.

The Wake-up-Jake is known for their excellent group meals. Whether it's for school groups or bus tours, "the Jake" has lots of seating and can accommodate any diet. For more information, phone, summer only, 250-994-3259.

Wells Hotel & Pooley St. Cafe

Located on Pooley St. in downtown Wells, the Wells Hotel is home to the Pooley St. Cafe.

Besides offering a menu with excellent family cuisine, the restaurant also provides food for the Wells Hotel Pub.

The restaurant offers set menus or custom designed menus to suit the specific needs of their clients.

For more information, including booking tour groups, phone toll free in North America 1-800-860-2299, locally 250- 994-3427. Fax the hotel at 250- 994-3494, visit www.wellshotel.com or email info@wellshotel.bc.ca.