Restaurants in Victoria

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“Gyrosa is a great restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food! Every time me and my family go we have such a great time! Everything is always clean and the food doesn’t take long to be ready even though it’s always fresh!”

“Had the best lunch at Kahuna with out of town friends. The Loco Moco was a delite for my husband but the Kiluaea Kahlua pork was beyond expectations ... great service and friendly fun owners. The dole whip with lava sauce was a pleasant surprise ... good portions, great food ... didn't get back to get the macadamia nut bars but now I have a great excuse to get back there SOON1”

“corn dog was super yummy. However, it is very sweet. If you tend to like savoury and spicy things I suggest you get the spicy side sauce. !! So yummy! will be back! Fries are very crunchy!”

“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.”

“This is our must go to restaurant when we visit Victoria via boat for 30 years. First-year there I ordered the BlackBerry halibut and every year since then I order it and it's still my favorite cooked perfect, it's hard to make halibut moist like butter. My husband loves the olive tapenade they serve with their focaccia bread and will get an extra bowl to pour on his pasta. Best cheese cake too. Great culture, attention to detail, they even use copper water pitchers, the water is great.”

“The best Shawarma I have ever eaten. A definite must try it's excellent!”

“delicious, fresh, great menu, reasonable prices. the pakoras are amazing!”

“This is my go to place for Indian food. Love the coconut curry (any curry they sell is beautiful) and their naan family size goes real quick around our house! Deff recommended!”

“Home of the best cheesesteak I have ever had. You are doing yourself a disservice if you aren’t eating here!”

“The beef kebab was amazing with the yogurt sauce and cilantro chutney. And the firni dessert was so light and delicate. Excellent service as well, our server gave us great recommendations.”

“The atmosphere, food and service were ASTOUNDING! We have not experienced such incredible food and service in a long time and Block nailed it!”

“The best Japanese food I have ever tasted. Very friendly service. Beautifully presented dishes. Wonderful atmosphere with relaxing jazz music in the background. I would go here every day if I could.”

“Very delicious food ,Lots of choices hard to pick one .Friendly environment excellent service. 👌👌My family loves Turmeric its so good and I recommend to all visit Turmeric and try food . 🤗🤗its so amazing the way they presented the dishes and I can’t 😀stop myself to visit again and again .”

“I love how tiny and welcoming it feels 😎 always busy and the flavors are delicious 😋 Highly recommend ✨️”

“I've been coming to Swans for 20 years it's always been a local hotspot.
I was lucky enough to be served by Kate on her last shift before going overseas! I will miss her signature trademark😉if you know you know, and her super cool vibes. Good Luck in London !!”

“We visited the restaurant almost a year to the day from our last visit. (We live in AB or we would go more often) We had the tasting menu and the selections were thoughtful and awesome. The restaurant and staff were busy. We had a dish that we loved last year that involved corn and when the owner found out that we were in the restaurant he made a special course just for us which was DELICIOUS! We are used to tasting menus and the length between courses but our service was just a bit off with large pauses in between certain courses. The staff being busy weren't able to check in as often as we would have liked but it is still one of our favourites and we will definitely return again next September if not before.”

“Good food and service. Enjoyed oysters and fresh sardines.”

“I celebrated my Birthday this evening for the 2nd year in a row thanks to my BIL and SIL. Perfect setting, food and service. A Victoria ‘gem’”

“Our dinner was excellent once again. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.”

“Atmosphere was great and happy hour enjoyable..

Our dinner server was Amy..What can we say about Amy..She was a great server with a wonderful fun personality. She knew her product well and was always there when we needed her.

She was they type of server that knew when you needed her but, never hovered. She always kept our table cleaned for the next course of food..

Thank you Amy for a memorable Victoria trip”

“A friend and I just dined here for the 1st time and we both were blown away. The renovation of the interior is beautiful and the service was impeccable. We were treated to the owners daughter that kept checking in on us and had a great conversation and heard some background of the development of this new idea from the owners as we have always been fans of Sizzling Tandoori.
We ordered 4 dishes to share and they were all incredible. My personal favorites was the gnocchi dish and the torkhi chaat dish???? we will definitely be back and highly recommend trying this place out!
Thank you for the lovely evening.”

“Fantastic staff. Great food. Immaculate vibes!”

“Excellent French food and personalized service. This is slow dining at its finest. He makes his own bread, cheese and vinegar.Truly remarkable food.”

“The best Japanese Restaurant so far…Highly recommended…”

“This place is a local gem. Not a lot of people know about it, but I’ve been here a few times and every time I’ve been I’ve had a great experience.
I recommend it to people visiting Victoria.

I recently had the pleasure of dining for the fourth time at Part and Parcel, and while the innovative menu and amazing chef deserve high praise, it was our server, Sydney, who truly made the experience exceptional.

Sydney's attentiveness and genuine enthusiasm elevated our meal from great to unforgettable. Her recommendations were spot-on, and she navigated the ever-changing menu with ease and expertise, making us feel both welcome and well-cared for.

Part and Parcel is a great place, and with staff like Sydney, it's a must-visit! The menu changes a lot- my dad and I did the ‘tasting’ option and we didn’t come across a dish we didn’t like.”

“One of the last standing rock and roll institutions remaining in Victoria. Simultaneously a neighborhood hang, music venue, and motorcycle bar. Fantastic food and staff.”

“This is the BEST sushi place in Victoria!! Great prices, amazing food, and even better staff!! Been coming here for over two years. We go out of our way to visit this place because it is so delicious!”

“Quick stop for a Guinness before we headed back to the cruise ship. Live music and awesome atmosphere.”

“Very enjoyable experience at Frankie’s! Friendly servers, great food, excellent service. Will be back!”

“John and Jatin gave me the GREATEST sandwich I have ever eaten in the entirety of my life. They need a raise because I have never felt this way entering a subway. I wish all the best for them and this subway is now my #1 in all of victoria.”

“The service is fast, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the coffee is always fresh. Special shoutout to Sheelah, one of the crew members, whose friendly attitude and exceptional customer service make every visit enjoyable. She truly goes above and beyond to ensure customers leave with a smile!

Vegetarian options: So good too!”

“We came with 2 families to celebrate (last minute) a 7th birthday. As soon as the crew found out it was her birthday they came out with a muffin, candle, and special treats for all the kids! The kids got to make their own cones as well! They made this little girl’s day!!! They truly made the day so special!”

“It's McDonald's so this is the fast food scale. This location is nice and bright and clean. I saw a staff member hustling and they were really nice. The food came out quick and was fresh, can't really complain at all.”

“it is 4:33, Monday, December 23. i sit here and just watched a mcmiracle. im a hungry man, so i placed an order hoping to get a decent 10 nugs, bigmac, and fries. the result, was something i have long forgotten. the reason i go to mcdonalds. not only did i get piping hot fresh food, but when i asked for a cup of water they gave me a hesitation free challace to cherish. sometimes when i go to mcdonalds i cant lie a lil soda may end up in my cup, but here that didnt even cross my mind. they delivered with a smile, and i swear hands down i had the best mcmeal of my mclife. while i was eating, the most elegant worker melodie was sweeping the place to that nostalgic perfection. the tables were cleared moments after any party left throughout my stay, which continues to highlight their outstanding service. would i reccomend this place if you want a mcdonalds meal ?? not necessarily. would i reccomend this place, if you want ronald
himself to come and bless you with a mcmiracle, then i would take a swing by. i dont think youll regret it.”

“You know what's up. I like Mickey D's. I'm a loyal devourer of chicken snack wraps and mcdoubles. Convenient for folks who wanna grab a quick bite of some mediocre but lovely food that never fails to hit the spot for me. One thing : stick to the dollar menu or certain cheaper items. Any promotional meal or item will be 3X the price for something that's the same size as a dollar menu item. Gotta think smart and order smart 🧐”

“The people who work here are the nicest McDonald's workers I have ever met. I come in regularly and they are always friendly and welcoming and working their hardest to get orders out in a timely fashion.”

“"I had an amazing experience at McDonald's, thanks to Yogita (not quite sure about her surname)! She greeted me with a warm smile, communicated very well, and handled everything in a professional manner. While presenting my food at the drive-thru, she made the experience feel welcoming and pleasant. I truly felt good meeting her, and her positive attitude made my visit memorable. Yogita’s professionalism and excellent service are truly appreciated!"”

“Staffs are very friendly and cheerful! Like seriously, never seen any fast food place with that cheerful greeters! Kudos to everyone making such a great efforts! They are very fast and efficient! Team work at its finest! Thank you for the hardwork!”

“Let's be honest for a minute, Timmies is not the best coffee, nor is it the best food, and the service is somewhat frenetic, or non existent. Having said all that, there is something about the anticipation of arriving and the joy of leaving with a hot coffee that you know will taste exactly like the last one you had just that morning. And the same as the one you had 4 times the day before. There is comfort in consistency, and that is the magic elixir of Tim Hortons.”

“We visited again from Sask and did not disappoint! Amazing! Well worth the wait in line! I had the tuna on salad! And my husband had the halibut fish and chips with a side of the chowder. The chowder was his favourite. Still taking about it. The staff were also fantastic. Friendly and very efficient! For the amount of people served and the small space we were amazed at how spotless the kitchen was. Highly recommend a visit here!!”

“I had the Maple Bacon donut. fabulous. Selection is great a donut lovers dream. Highly recommend”

“I would like to recommend for hygiene food and service provided by it.”

“homemade tasteful rendang and sambal..well done chef Bana 👍”

“Mmmmm, this place is awesome, I can see why all the local workers pop by here for coffee breaks or lunches. Inside can get a bit packed, tight washrooms but loved that ham swiss croissant, better than Starbucks version. Iced coffee was creamy and delicious. Worth a stop!”

“Absolutely loving the new early hours!!!! 7am opening makes it possible to grab some awesome food prior to work!”

“This just the best spot! You will find the loveliest people here and they have awesome coffee and treats!”

“Very interesting and fun tour today. Really great whiskeys and some very tasty beers. Excited to see a local business that is buying from many other local businesses and farmers. Don’t miss out on this very interesting and informative tour and sampling opportunity.”

“Love this place. Food is so fresh and feels like a power meal that also feeds your soul.”

“This is the best Thai food on the planet ----and I have traveled to Asia many times...just incredible. I have had around 10 different dishes here, highly recommend.”

“We really enjoy coffee and treats and occasionally lunch in this lovely spot. The staff are great, the venue charming. The outdoor water views are beautiful. The only thing I would suggest, is to add few savoury baked goods, for those of us without a big sweet tooth. Savoury scones, sausage rolls etc for a small sustaining snack😊”

“A great product from a local small business - what’s not to love!”

“Everything was a highlight. The splashy fun decor and friendly attentive service were my first impressions. And then came the food. Wow all so good! Can't say enough about this place so I'll just say Ya' gotta eat here!”

“Great service. Delicious food and creative beverages. Stoked to have the one with everything cookie and a peanut butter bomb when we get home❤️🌱🍪”

“What a great spot, delicious menu and super friendly staff. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Victoria.”

“Unreal spot, I’ve tried a few sandwiches and pizzas and you really can’t lose. The Trip-pep pizza is an unbeatable flavour experience. The portions are quite large and they don’t skimp on the good stuff, I’ll be ordering again soon.”

“From the moment you walk through the door to the moment you leave, the professional and attentive staff take care of every detail. Restaurant is large - it has great ambience, the layout provides a personal and intimate feeling despite there being many tables. The food is superb, we plan on returning to make our way through the great menu. It is the best place we have eaten at in Canada for food, service and ambience. We highly recommend the seafood tower as a way to taste through some of the menu. The grilled octopus rivalled what we have eaten in Italy. The pork belly was cooked to perfection. The wine list is extensive and expertly curated.”

“Best service ever. Friendly environment, great ambiance. Best food ever, fast and efficient, Always above and beyond”

“wonderful everything! you go for the coffee and leave with new friends!”

“We got the chicken buffalo burger and chicken honey mustard burger, both with the Cesar salad. The salads were great! The burgers were good, but a little hard to eat. I think the chicken was too thick and a little too gummy maybe. Would love to try something else there.”

“We decided to try this place to get away from regular everyday sushi. It is amazing, all the dishes we ordered were perfectly made and tasted amazingly fresh. The place is a bit more expensive but it is worth it.

Also try out the Corso Sweet Potato Amber beer. It's really good.”

“First time at Ay MI Mexico and can't wait to go back. We ordered the cochinitas and barbacoa tacos. They were fresh, crispy and the pickled red onions were so good. We also tried the Lamb Consumme which was rich and flavourful with lots of meat and chick peas finished with lime and cilantro. Amazing, friendly staff. A perfect meal to take to the park. Excellent paired with Horritos lime soda from the convenience store.”

“Superb flavours. Light and spicy, lovely cooked fish. Definitely a visit you will not regret.”

“I got really awesome service at this location … one of best pizza for dinner .. employee name manpreet kaur was really helpful and provided best service”

“This is one of Victoria's highlights. Bunny's is a hidden gem of a cafe and one of the few places to get a decent latte, flat white, or cappuccino. The food is good, but the atmosphere is cozy and community-oriented. The best way to describe Bunny's is that it's like coming back home for the first time. We're originally from Ontario, and stepping into Bunnie's, it was a quality cafe experience without any of the pretentiousness downtown. Just make sure you have some time to kill because once you get to the cafe, you won't want to leave, and they do close early.”

“Very tasty - just like in Paris.”

“All vegan buffet, great variety and many healthy options as well as more indulgent savoury and sweet options.”

“Delicious food made with love. Sushi Time Express is my favourite sushi place in Victoria!”

“Everything, food, service, atmosphere…all great!!”

“Biryani dishes are incredibly beautiful. Rice and chicken perfectly cooked. So tasty and such a comfort when you are hungry. Biryani second to none, no wonder the restaurants name. Quality and generous portions. I now eat here at least 3x's a month.”

“Oh my goodness. My son introduced me today. The flavours. There aren’t even words to describe how amazing everything tastes. 100000% recommend!”

“Food is Awesome”

“Excellent Persian food! We tried the Kobideh, Donair, and Chicken wrap. I will definitely be back to try their Baghali lamb later.”

“Excellent coffee. Best coffee shop in Victoria and is independent. Really intimate setting with nice places to sit relax and visit.”

“It was the best sushi and udon restaurant I've tasted overseas. It would be nice to have a restaurant like this on Vancouver Island. Sushi Mago needs no further explanation.”

“nom noms & spruce beer!! don't miss out on this wonderful restaurant, sooo tasty and delicious 😋”

“What’s not to like about ice cream in a freshly made waffle cone?! Mostly gluten free and some vegan options and locally sourced ingredients.”

“The best roti I’ve had in years always roti time at trini to d bone!”

“Love the “Hey Hash” breakfast and the honey latte with house made oat milk! I add cream to it!!! Everyone is so nice and this place is amazing! It is the Disneyland of Coffee. Come try it out for yourself, you’ll thank me later 🙌🏾🙌🏾”

“Had the honey glazed pork bao this morning and wow. I'm so glad I popped in. the pork melted in my mouth, and everything was just perfect. Had to eat it in my car before driving back to Nanaimo, I didn't want to wait haha. thank you for such a good quick bite!”

“Amazing 🤩 loved everything”

“This place is seriously THE BEST! Such a cute place with fun stuff to get kids, my kiddo loves the pokemon sour candy. But I'm here today to say their pop corn chicken makes my taste buds sing! I LOVE THEM. The waitress was awesome too, she goes well out of her way to give you the best service imaginable. If I lived closer to this restaurant, they would see me daily lol”

“Great atmosphere, family run, great coffee, great sandwiches and the almond butter protein bar is tastey!”

“Best food , cooked to perfection. Large proportions. Highly recommend. very clean, fantastic friendly service.”

“I was in Victoria for work and was looking for an authentic Japanese restaurant that was open a bit later - and glad I stumbled upon UKatsu!

The food was amazing and made to order!! The service was so amazing, I told them that I loved the soup and they gave me an extra bowl since I was raving about it. I also thought the price was very reasonable.

Great spot, would highly recommend!!”

“Best Location in the Hub of Victoria with the Best Staff to Match: I’m a local resident who favours 10 Acres Commons. This downtown eatery at the hub of Victoria sits across from the Empress Hotel with a patio on all the action. Managers and bartenders Alex & Roy make you feel like every time is your first time with excellent service and friendly smiles. The owners aptly promise: “Our locally based menu featuring sustainable seafood and organic produce from our farm, exuberant steamer bowls, generous sharing platters, creative cocktails and local craft beer on tap are just some of the reasons to come by and hangout.””

“Ate here last night and WOW!! So fresh and deliciousness with every bite and reasonably priced to boot...my new fav place in Victoria! Already planning to go back!!”

“This is undoubtedly the best restaurant for "home cooked" excellent food. It is a popular eatery for Seniors ,for good reason!”

“Each time I've eaten there the staff was very friendly and efficient. Food quality for Indian food excellent”

“This place is only for take out. The food is always delicious.. always hot and portions are very good. Their fish and chips are great as well”

“Tried the Medeteranian, very good quality, excellent dough. Extremely fair prices. Would recommend.”

“This place is seriously THE BEST! Such a cute place with fun stuff to get kids, my kiddo loves the pokemon sour candy. But I'm here today to say their pop corn chicken makes my taste buds sing! I LOVE THEM. The waitress was awesome too, she goes well out of her way to give you the best service imaginable. If I lived closer to this restaurant, they would see me daily lol”

“Our dinner was excellent once again. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.”

“This is one of Victoria's highlights. Bunny's is a hidden gem of a cafe and one of the few places to get a decent latte, flat white, or cappuccino. The food is good, but the atmosphere is cozy and community-oriented. The best way to describe Bunny's is that it's like coming back home for the first time. We're originally from Ontario, and stepping into Bunnie's, it was a quality cafe experience without any of the pretentiousness downtown. Just make sure you have some time to kill because once you get to the cafe, you won't want to leave, and they do close early.”

“wonderful everything! you go for the coffee and leave with new friends!”

“Biryani dishes are incredibly beautiful. Rice and chicken perfectly cooked. So tasty and such a comfort when you are hungry. Biryani second to none, no wonder the restaurants name. Quality and generous portions. I now eat here at least 3x's a month.”

“I am a regular customer there for a reason. I enjoy the food a lot, but also the people and the decor. Also, they have 2 bathrooms, which I find very convenient considering I always wash my hands before starting to eat. The food is full of flavour and they have lots of options to choose from. The location is also great, as a final detail. Go try it, you might like it!”

“I have found the staff to be very helpful and knowledgeable. They have a very good selection of both reds and whites as well as a few other products. I enjoy the time that I spend there whenever I go to bottle my wines.”

“We recently dined in March restaurant in May 2025. The food and ambiance were excellent, and we were pleasantly surprised with the discovery of this restaurant in Victoria. Please note that this is not your typical Chinese restaurant that serves the run-of the mill dishes for a quick turn-around; instead, this restaurant serves authentic Cantonese cuisines. The chef is passionate about his cooking -- they use the freshest produce and ensure that customers enjoy the pure and natural taste of the dishes. The restaurant is tastefully decorated; it is devoid of the 'loud' Chinese lanterns or traditional writings -- and this reflects the owners' attention to detail. Dining in March is a delightful and satisfying culinary experience. Highly recommended!”

“Had the best lunch at Kahuna with out of town friends. The Loco Moco was a delite for my husband but the Kiluaea Kahlua pork was beyond expectations ... great service and friendly fun owners. The dole whip with lava sauce was a pleasant surprise ... good portions, great food ... didn't get back to get the macadamia nut bars but now I have a great excuse to get back there SOON1”

“Fantastic service and atmosphere, every time I've been here. Special shout out to hosts Sireena and Jelena who went the extra mile (literally ran after us) to help make our special evening even more so. It was the evening of our wedding anniversary and we decided to try our luck getting into B+B for dinner without a reservation (iykyk). Just as luck seemed to not be on our side and we were walking down the front steps, one of the lovely hosts ran after us to invite us back as another server had just arrived so their section was now available for seating. We had another superb visit to B+B, thanks largely to Sireena, Jelena and our talented server, who's name I sadly cannot recall at the moment.”

“enjoyed our dinner at the Keg. Service was good. The only issue worth mentioning is the edge of the prime rib, which I found bland and
tasteless. Other restaurants I have eaten prime rib at have used a rub on this area and when cooked it has great flavour.”

“Had an amazing experience last night at Earls. Everything was 💯 from walking in. Our server Shelby was incredible, never missed a thing and had all the right recommendations.”

“We have eaten at Milestones Victoria many times and the evening of August 3rd , was no different in that we were very impressed with every aspect of the experience! This was a very busy evening due to the Symphony Splash event and the long weekend, yet as usual the experience was lovely! The food is delicious and served with large portions. The Servers are always very pleasant, taking the time to talk and share experiences even though we know they are very busy! Servers and Management are always willing to accommodate to your requests and needs! We have never felt rushed to leave and have always felt very welcome! We also learned this past evening the Management are working hard to minimize food waste, which is very commendable. Thank you to all of the Staff.”

“Visiting from out of town, with family in your restaurant tonight. Outstanding service and hospitality from our server Rory😊. He went above and beyond with showing us the upper Patio. It was closed for the season but being from out of town, he was able to give us a tour.. we will definitely be back come patio season. Thank you Rory 🙌”

“Gyrosa is a great restaurant with friendly staff and delicious food! Every time me and my family go we have such a great time! Everything is always clean and the food doesn’t take long to be ready even though it’s always fresh!”

“The best Shawarma I have ever eaten. A definite must try it's excellent!”

“We had brunch on this visit, which was good but not exceptional as are dinners at Vista 18. The value for the quantity and quality is excellent though and the views cannot be beat! We will continue to come for dinners.”

“Came to the place the food was great and delicious the customer service treatment give to me by lucy was fantastic and great. Keep up the good work pleased to come again.”

“The managers and staff members always carry great hospitality which makes for an incredible atmosphere and the cooks always turn out great food. Love this place!! Lifetime subscriber!”

“So shocked reading the other reviews , I'm glad I didn't look at them before going as I may have changed my mind. Waitress was attentive, food arrived quickly. We ordered the steak and seafood platter for 2. food was fabulous, too much for us to eat. My only issue would have been i had to ask for ice water.”

“Yummy Louis Undecided 😊 bacon is crispy 🥓crepe is yummy 😋”

“We had the tasting menu, it was creative and well presented. We loved the amuse bouche and the amberjack appetizer. Dessert was delicious. Mira was fabulous as a sommelier suggested a very interesting German Pinot noir and Geneviève was a fantastic server. McKenzie did a great job with our drinks too. We do love it here and have come many many times. Service 10/10, everyone was super personable and social. Drinks 10/10. Food was refined and ingredients were top notch. we will be back for another tasting menu because the vibes and setting are tough to beat and the staff is wonderful.”

“First time here. Large portions, shareable if light a light eater. Good selection. Very attentive server, nice ambiance. Reasonable pricing based upon quality of meal. Would definitely recommend.”

“The meal is excelent and his ubication is wonderful”