“Although I am not exactly the target audience for an English Tea room, I have to say that Butchart far exceeded any expectations! Although we have been to the Gardens many times over the last 4 decades, this is the first time that my wife suggested that we take “High Tea” before our stroll through the amazing gardens... And of course it proved to be a wonderful idea as I relished every bite and sip (we also had the 3-glass “taster” which paired with the food nicely)... I will absolutely be taking tea on our next visit!”
“One of my favourite places! Delicious food, friendly staff, and thoughtful displays of unique gifts and cards combine to create a great meeting place. Today’s featured deluxe grilled cheese was perfect comfort food.”
“Selection of baked goods... amazing choices!!Friendly staff. Great seating. Chill vibe.Delicious teas!Great price point!Highly recommend for people looking to recharge and enjoy!”
“LOVE their vegan sandwiches. It’s a budget-friendly place with lovely staff and the BEST vegan brownie I’ve ever had. Lattes are great and milkshakes reportedly superb friends tell me. It’s a bustling place where finding a table at lunch can be a challenge but you worth that small hurdle.”
“I go to the school near by and for lunch I go to subway and the kindest man works there remembers my order every time always has a great smile and asks how I'm doing he’s a genuine amazing ”
“Yummy food and good ambiance. It was a shame that the patio is not still open.Very friendly staff.Decoration is a bit too much but the purpose is to recreate New Orleans Jazz era.Parking: You have to go downstairs, it's not really for a wheelchair easy to go.”
“If you like cookies that are soft and substantial, but not overly sweet, then you may just fall in love with the Earl Grey cookies from the vancouver island cookie company like I did. WARNING cookies are addictive ?”
“I love this place! I've been going since they opened. The sushi is always fresh and delicious, and the service is always friendly. Very nice family! For the people saying the wait times are long, it really depends when you call. Sometimes they tell me 10 minutes, other times it can be up to an hour, but for the most part, I rarely have to wait longer than half an hour. I'm a local and a regular - love supporting a small local business! Would highly recommend Yami for their sushi :)”
“Being right on the water was great, inside was beautiful and cozy, the food and service was amazing. Would definitely recommend.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options and knowledgeable”
“Had great service and mighty fine food, not to mention the great view! I had the chicken quesadilla and it was excellent, my husband had the pulled pork sandwich on a gf bun, he said it was delicious. We definitely recommend this great little spot on the water!”
“this is not like any regular pub. the food selection is great and good value too. the girls are super friendly and attentive. fast service. strongly recommended”
“Great service, great menu, nice seaside spot. Server apologized for slow service due to short staffing in kitchen, but you wouldn’t have known it. The delay was non-existent, and the atmosphere was relaxed and cozy.”
“10 mins wait time, which is pretty quick. Small pizza for $16.75. Very affordable price. My order was adequate for a single person. I'll be a returning customer.”
“Thinking that I was placing a delivery order when I was actually placing a pick up order. I call and spoke with Param amd he was very helpful. He changed our order to deliver grab out addy and soon we will have pizza. Thank you Param and pizza hut!”
“My son brought me here for a birthday dinner.The food...excellent.I have been to many restaurants in my lifeThis is one of the better ones.Atmosphere A+Service A+Food and wine A +We were impressed..recommended highly.Thx for a great evening”
“My first time here after hearing wonderful comments about Esquimalt Bake Shop having the best donuts in Victoria. This is so true! They are THE BEST! Not a heavy donut like other places. Very flavourful. You can taste the flavors. Worth the trek!”
“My husband convinced me to try Gyrosa for 3 weeks. Added we make Greek food weekly as we love a Mediterranean diet. To be completely honest, I agreed with zero expectations. Moving forward any fast, to go restaurant for Greek, this is it !! Or even for that Mediterranean crave. Absolutely amazing service, amazing quality. My experience was delicious, I could not recommend more. ❤️”
“I have been to many fine dining restaurants however the experience at Marilena Cafe with Josh was phenomenal and next to none. He had great hospitality, recommendations and attention to detail.We tried oysters, sushi, pasta, steel head, chicken and desserts. Couldn’t find a single dish that i didn’t like. They have great vegetarian options as well.We were so happy that we visited the next day as well and had the best time. Highly recommended.Vegetarian options: Great garden sushi and pasta”
“Great service and food, plus a nice view of the harbour if you can get a spot in the sheltered outdoor patio. The steelhead and sablefish main dishes in particular are quite good. Service is very attentive and checks in regularly to see if you need anything or to refill water. There is also convenient and abundant parking in the adjacent Wharf street parking lot, just be sure to enter via the right lane as you can't turn left into the lot.”
“As someone new to Indian cuisine, my experience at , Authentic Cuisine Of India, was nothing short of delightful. The food was absolutely delicious! Every dish offered a vibrant explosion of flavors and aromas that transported me on a culinary adventure.The staff truly impressed me. They were incredibly kind and helpful. When I mentioned my unfamiliarity with Indian food, they took the time to understand my preferences and suggested dishes that perfectly catered to my taste buds. Their attentiveness and recommendations made the entire dining experience even more enjoyable.The restaurant's atmosphere was lovely. It had an elegant ambiance that perfectly complemented the delicious food. Additionally, their drink selection was impressive. They offered a variety of beverages, that perfectly complemented the meal, making for a well-rounded dining experience.Overall, Authentic Cuisine Of India, exceeded my expectations on all levels. The combination of delicious and authentic food, kind and helpful staff, and a lovely atmosphere makes it a must-visit for anyone looking for a fantastic Indian dining experience.”
“We’ve enjoyed lunch at Syriana twice and both times it was excellent!! Food is delicious, the staff is so friendly and helpful, prices are very reasonable for what you get. Loved the beef lentil soup with triple cheese flat bread today!! We’ll be back for sure!”
“I shall have to come back and try it again, it was very good. I had the Takoyaki Appetizer, deep fried octopus balls and for the main course Black Arashi Tan Tan - Black sesame base with pork belly, egg, spinach, bamboo shoots, crushed peanuts, chili oil, garlic, green onion and nori seaweed.”
“just stopped by today and had the most scrumptious donuts!!! i am particularly enamoured with the lemon crunch! it tastes a bit like fruit loops to me, in the most mouth watering way! each donut i had was delicious and totally worth making the stop :)”
“Excellent establishment and outstanding staff! The menu and fusion of the different dishes are absolutely amazing. Nestled in an eclectic venue in the heart of Victoria’s historic downtown particularly as the sun is setting, the Block Kitchen & Bar makes for a perfect date night.”
“Absolutely incredible lunch here! Kayla W made our entire day with her above and beyond service. We were so grateful to have her as our server. We all said this was the best experience we’ve had in years. Food and drinks were perfect. We will definitely be back again, thank you for making this day so very special!”
“This was a lovely surprise. We were in the area and searched for nearby restaurants. It was our first time having Filipino food, and it was delicious! The staff were welcoming and helpful in explaining the different dishes.We look forward to our next visit.”
“Toro is a very beautiful restaurant. It looks and feels like you are under the sea.Had a very amazing Bento boxFood was fresh and beautifully presented. Green tea was also wonderful and beautifully presented.Will definitely return and suggest this place!?❣️”
“I can't help but buy more snacks here than I can realistically eat in a day because it's so rare to find vegan treats (and especially *good* vegan treats).”
“One of my friend house warming party from Telugu states food was very tastyGobi manchuriya, paneer butter masala, Egg plant curry, Sombat, Riata, papad, Gulab JaminAwesome South Indian delicious food”
“Absolutely delicious savory and sweet preparations. Incredibly fresh bread, and attention to detail of the food. Service was super, Pilar our server was delightful. Nice variety of teas, and located right next to the beautiful Italian garden. Will definitely go back.”