Restaurants in Victoria
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Best Restaurants
“the most wonderful time enjoying some of the best preserved imported Seafood. great atmosphere. served with love.”
“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!!”
“Top tier Italian restaurant, a must do if you’re in Victoria. The garden ambience transports you to what might feel like Italy though I’ve never been, I imagine it would feel like this.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Amazing pho! Great service! Definitely worth having to pay for parking to come here! Best Pho I have had in Victoria!”
“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.”
“Everything was so good. Their fresh wasabi is a must try! Our total came to $250 for 2 adults and one child. Their pictured menu does not do justice for the actual food display! The food was a bit pricier than other sushi restaurants we been to, but the quality, display and taste is top notch!”
Recommended Restaurants
“We had a great experience at Finn's - it has a fun vibe and atmosphere - we'd come here any time we're in Victoria! Devon did a wonderful job as our server.”
“Four of us just got back from a wonderful dinner. Thank you!”
“Fabulous New Year’s Eve set four course meal with wine pairing: thoughtfully delicious. Bravo and all the best for 2021!🥂🍽”
“Harsh who takes the order and gets the food for you is the most knowledgeable and genuine person from the start he suggested us with proper quantity and I must say the taste was authentic..”
“The atmosphere, food and service were ASTOUNDING! We have not experienced such incredible food and service in a long time and Block nailed it!”
“We had a great experience at Finn's - it has a fun vibe and atmosphere - we'd come here any time we're in Victoria! Devon did a wonderful job as our server.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“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.”
“Came here at just after 4pm today on a whim. Clearly we hadn’t checked their opening time ahead of our visit and when we rolled up it was closing. However as we were planning our next move their finance guys happened to be leaving and asked if we would like to be servers some whiskey and beer. Of course we said yes! He opened everything back up for us and proceeded to served some samples and a tasting flight. Then he gave us a little tour of the back. Clearly MacAloney’s finance guy cares about the bottom line because we bought a few bottles. But more than that he cares about service and keeping customers happy. What a great afternoon and what a great place! Oh and their whiskey is fantastic too.”
“Everything was so good. Their fresh wasabi is a must try! Our total came to $250 for 2 adults and one child. Their pictured menu does not do justice for the actual food display! The food was a bit pricier than other sushi restaurants we been to, but the quality, display and taste is top notch!”
“Incredible Chili Basil Pork delivered by the owner's husband to track and field officials at the BC 55+ Games. Friendly service and amazing, hot food!”
“Still thinking about last night's meal all day today. Each dish surpassed itself. The presentation, the story behind each dish, the ingredients and the amazing flavours. Most memorable dinner of the year. Also...mocktails (the cucumber one) was amazing. I think I need the recipe for that! Thanks to the entire team - front and back of house. Well done.”
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“Still thinking about last night's meal all day today. Each dish surpassed itself. The presentation, the story behind each dish, the ingredients and the amazing flavours. Most memorable dinner of the year. Also...mocktails (the cucumber one) was amazing. I think I need the recipe for that! Thanks to the entire team - front and back of house. Well done.”
“We were up visiting and needed to kill a little time before check-in, so we thought we would grab a bite at the pub downstairs. The food was delicious but the service was even better. Our waitress, Kate (sp?), provided exceptional service. She was affable, attentive, and very accommodating. One member of our party has significant dietary restrictions, but Kate and the kitchen staff went above and beyond to make sure that she could was able to get her food as well.”
“Heard about this place awhile ago from 365prowrestling since they occasionally do live pro wrestling events here.
Originally went months ago on a Saturday afternoon but it was packed and too crowded to even be able to look around at all the unique crazy spectacular decor or to take photos since too many customers were there.
Kept seeing 5 star reviews so decided to finally go back and try the food this time.
Went on a weekday afternoon. Very quiet and relaxed this time with tons of empty tables and I was able to actually look around at everything this time.
My latte was in a huge Mug and over flowing in a good way. The server did an awesome job of bringing it to my table without spilling it since it was full to the max.
The Brisket sandwich I ordered was massive. I managed to finish most of it. Very tasty and I added the Hotwheels sauce they had on my table.
Awesome presentation and taste. Massive sandwich and they had the knife 🔪 sticking out of it.
Was definitely worth the price and I'll be coming back again to try another unique item to feast on in the future.
After my meal I was extremely full and totally stuffed but managed to look around in the cool gift/merchandise shop they have.
Stuffed raccoon in a Jean jacket on display and lots of cool posters and shirts 👕”
“Went in for dinner on a recommendation from a friend. OH MY. We went in thinking it would just be another dinner spot - we were so wrong. From when you first enter & you smell the fresh herbs to when you sit down around the table on super comfortable chairs/couches. WOW. The staff were attentive, personal and yet not in your zone too much. Helpful with advice on the food and menu. 10/10. The food was on another planet. We had three dishes in total - one appy and two mains. Cooked perfectly, extremely fresh flavours and large portions. The naan bread… just wow. Delish! Will be coming back and telling everyone about this. They deserve a line out the door.”
“We first experienced Cafe Malabar on a food tour... their Sulaimani Tea had me from hello. (I'm trying to replicate it, but I'm not quite there yet...) We went back the next day. Everything was amazing - the food, the people, everything. I can't wait to experience more of their menu in their new place. ❤️”
“Superb flavours. Light and spicy, lovely cooked fish. Definitely a visit you will not regret.”
“I had a wonderful dining experience at this Japanese restaurant. The quality of the ingredients truly stands out—everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can really taste the care and attention put into each dish. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Special bravo to Jammy for the excellent service and warm hospitality, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance is very pleasant, with a beautiful Japanese-style atmosphere that adds to the overall dining experience. In terms of pricing, the cost is fair and reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food—it’s not outrageous at all. This restaurant clearly focuses on quality over quantity, so if you’re looking for large portions rather than refined, high-quality dishes, this may not be the place for you. However, if you appreciate fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a lovely atmosphere, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Fantastic!!! I ordered a relatively small order of 4 dozen custom cookies for my partner’s birthday celebration and they were the hit of the party. The cookies looked and tasted great. The delivery service was excellent and the overall experience was amazing. Thanks to Micah for such a fantastic addition to our party. I definitely recommend these cookies as a novel, unique and personalized addition for any celebration.”
“I visit Tim's most mornings for coffee. Recently I inadvertently left my Tim card on the table or dropped it on the floor. The following morning as I came in for my coffee I was approached by one of the staff and was given a folded napkin with my name printed on it. Inside was my lost Tim card. Thank you Tim's on Douglas. You guys are the greatest.”
“This review is for Rowena!
We've been coming here for years and have seen employees come and go. All have made our orders right and have been kind, but in the last few months a young lady named ROWENA has stood out for us. She has made our coffees perfect everytime without fail. It's such a pleasure to see her at the window with that big beautiful smile 😁 genuinely happy to be there. In a world where it's tough to be in customer service sometimes, thank you for the BEST!
Any employer would be lucky to have you. Keep up your good hard work for it doesn't go unnoticed and to let you know you're the reason we keep coming back⚘️”
“Let's start with the bad. The only problem with this place tonight was that it was so hot! One ceiling fan wasn't working and there was an obvious heat wave in the restaurant compared to the beautiful weather outdoors.
Besides that, we got the cabbage salad, the pork gyoza dumplings, and a regular and spicy miso Raman. We really liked the cabbage salad. The dumplings were great with a fine oil to dip in.
The main dish was so flavourful. The spice is substantial so be warned. The egg was perfectly cooked and the meat was too. The service was excellent.
I hope you guys get the air circulation fixed and wish you tons of success.”
“We were up visiting and needed to kill a little time before check-in, so we thought we would grab a bite at the pub downstairs. The food was delicious but the service was even better. Our waitress, Kate (sp?), provided exceptional service. She was affable, attentive, and very accommodating. One member of our party has significant dietary restrictions, but Kate and the kitchen staff went above and beyond to make sure that she could was able to get her food as well.”
Takeout Restaurants
“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 a wonderful dining experience at this Japanese restaurant. The quality of the ingredients truly stands out—everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can really taste the care and attention put into each dish. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Special bravo to Jammy for the excellent service and warm hospitality, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance is very pleasant, with a beautiful Japanese-style atmosphere that adds to the overall dining experience. In terms of pricing, the cost is fair and reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food—it’s not outrageous at all. This restaurant clearly focuses on quality over quantity, so if you’re looking for large portions rather than refined, high-quality dishes, this may not be the place for you. However, if you appreciate fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a lovely atmosphere, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.”
“I had a great experience at this location. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. An employee name Bharti served me, and she was very polite, helpful, and professional. She prepared my order carefully and exactly the way I wanted. The service was quick, and everything was fresh. Really appreciated her excellent customer service and positive attitude. Definitely recommend this location!”
“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.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“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.”
“We got the Buffalo chicken burger, poutine, scone, and cinnamon bun. Poutine was basically just fries and gravy, but the rest of it was good! Would go back for the scones alone if I was nearby. Parking is difficult if you don’t get a spot in the dedicated lot. Updated from previous review on 2026-08-27”
“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.”
“.🥲Normally have an ok experience. Today though had the Austin Benny andwas very disappointed. When they state porkbelly and you get shaved roast porkbelly that is not seasoned and because it is thinner than their bacon super chewy and distracts from the other flavours of the dish which are okay. If they rubbed it and braised the belly and cut proper thick slices for porkbelly it would do the oppisite and add to the dish 🥲.”
“A small family business with exceptional food and service. The atmosphere is pleasant, with gentle music, books, and curios around the restaurant.
It's a small shop located inside the mall, better for a smaller group. When we visited there was construction inside the mall which was unfortunate, but the staff tried to reduce the noise and dust.
I wish they didn't use AI art in the menus -- we almost didn't visit for this reason, which would have been a shame because it was a great experience. It would've been nice to have real photos of the actual food in the menus, because the actual food was both gorgeous and fantastic.
Had fantastic vegetarian ramen, which came with some side dishes, and a really delicious blended drink. Staff was friendly and gave us a small free taro dessert. I will definitely be back!”
“Fresh & tasty local ingredients, caring friendly service, a clean organized kitchen, a wide variety of toppings with dietary options available; these all come together to provide you with some great pizza and a healthy satisfying feast. Well worth the short trip out to Willows Pizza if you are looking for some high-quality slices to fill your tummy!! Yummy!! 😋”
“.🥲Normally have an ok experience. Today though had the Austin Benny andwas very disappointed. When they state porkbelly and you get shaved roast porkbelly that is not seasoned and because it is thinner than their bacon super chewy and distracts from the other flavours of the dish which are okay. If they rubbed it and braised the belly and cut proper thick slices for porkbelly it would do the oppisite and add to the dish 🥲.”
“Absolutely loving the new early hours!!!! 7am opening makes it possible to grab some awesome food prior to work!”
“Amazing atmosphere, delicious drinks and the service was perfect. Didn't try the food yet but the menu looked great! Tonight we went to visit the new location in trounce alley and holy crap! They did an AMAZING job transforming the space!!!! We remembered what establishment was there before and we were just blown away! It is gorgeous now! Citrus and Cane already had a great reputation but this new location is more accessible to the downtown folks and they kept the beautiful atmosphere and vibe. Highly highly recommend! There was a waitlist but what do you expect from a great place that is one of the best places to be on a Friday night?! Wait wasn't long BTW. Check them out for the first time or re visiting and supporting the move to the new location. We'll be back very soon!”
Fine Dining
“An Unforgettable Evening at Lumache
Lumache offers one of the most unique dining experiences in Victoria. With only 16 seats, the restaurant feels intimate and personal. The owner and chef prepares each course directly in front of you, allowing you to watch the entire evening unfold.
Every dish was thoughtful, beautifully presented and full of flavour. The vintage plates added character, while the small setting made the meal feel more like dining in the chef’s private kitchen than visiting a traditional restaurant.
My wife enjoyed her wine selection, and the group seated beside us spoke highly of the wine pairings. We are more drawn to cocktails, and Lumache’s creative cocktail list did not disappoint.
The entire evening was a huge hit. Lumache delivered one of the best dining experiences I have encountered in Victoria—if not anywhere. For anyone who appreciates excellent Italian food, thoughtful drinks and a truly intimate atmosphere, this restaurant is an absolute must.”
“Our dinner was excellent once again. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.”
“I went here with a good friend today. The staff were very friendly & provided excellent service. The food was delicious! we had the buffet. loved the surroundings. I will be back & will bring more friends.Thank you!”
“A small family business with exceptional food and service. The atmosphere is pleasant, with gentle music, books, and curios around the restaurant.
It's a small shop located inside the mall, better for a smaller group. When we visited there was construction inside the mall which was unfortunate, but the staff tried to reduce the noise and dust.
I wish they didn't use AI art in the menus -- we almost didn't visit for this reason, which would have been a shame because it was a great experience. It would've been nice to have real photos of the actual food in the menus, because the actual food was both gorgeous and fantastic.
Had fantastic vegetarian ramen, which came with some side dishes, and a really delicious blended drink. Staff was friendly and gave us a small free taro dessert. I will definitely be back!”
Cheap Eats
“I highly recommend this small, cozy, homey place. The staff/owners are so friendly and the cook/chef, a wonderfully friendly woman came out a few times and chatted. I came for the German meal tonight and it was fantastic. The red cabbage was like my mom used to make and the schnitzel was pounded into perfection! Topped off with an awesome Black Forest … all deeeelicious.”
“To start the customer service and atmosphere in this bakery is incredible. It's got great art on the walls. The sourdough options are amazing, whether you like a softer bread or a denser bread. I love the Lunch Pail which is a soft sandwich bread. Their sandwiches on focaccia are very delicious always with a meat and veg option and their veg options are particularly inventive. They make their own house setein for their veg sandwiches which is particularly nice. It's a great family owned business. Their cinnamon bun is a must try. Delighted to have this bakery in the city.”
“Vary delicious pizza by the slice if your starving and need a quick fix and your downtown hit this place up I highly recommend it”
“I just had an amazing experience at this Bar Burrito I had a few questions about the menu and Ekjot explained everything so well and was extremely friendly. I felt very welcomed as soon as I came through the door! I definitely recommend this place especially with Ekjots service!”
“My parents and brother arrived to Canada from the U.S for a trip through Glacier National Park among a few other places and we stumbled upon La Belle De Patate on a rainy day for a hike. Little did I know this would be one of the best places for a hot dog with sauerkraut. We went on a trip in 2012 July and this place and its business owner were the best. We even met him at a Safeway later the same week and exchanged glances of approval. Would return again.”
“Wanted a nice vegan lunch and found this was a couple blocks away from our hotel (Strathcona). Food was amazing! The mushroom soup was the best I ever had and the Mac bowl makes me want to come back for more. Highly recommended. All vegan, gluten free, locally sourced ingredients. Everything we ate was crafted to perfection.”
“Heard about this place awhile ago from 365prowrestling since they occasionally do live pro wrestling events here.
Originally went months ago on a Saturday afternoon but it was packed and too crowded to even be able to look around at all the unique crazy spectacular decor or to take photos since too many customers were there.
Kept seeing 5 star reviews so decided to finally go back and try the food this time.
Went on a weekday afternoon. Very quiet and relaxed this time with tons of empty tables and I was able to actually look around at everything this time.
My latte was in a huge Mug and over flowing in a good way. The server did an awesome job of bringing it to my table without spilling it since it was full to the max.
The Brisket sandwich I ordered was massive. I managed to finish most of it. Very tasty and I added the Hotwheels sauce they had on my table.
Awesome presentation and taste. Massive sandwich and they had the knife 🔪 sticking out of it.
Was definitely worth the price and I'll be coming back again to try another unique item to feast on in the future.
After my meal I was extremely full and totally stuffed but managed to look around in the cool gift/merchandise shop they have.
Stuffed raccoon in a Jean jacket on display and lots of cool posters and shirts 👕”
“Everything was home made and incredible. I had the charred broccoli sandwich & it was perfect. I will look forward to my next visit.”
“Exceptional grade and quality sushi! You know the fish is fresh and I still can't believe how every single item we ordered from 5 different rolls were all perfect!”
“delicious, fresh, great menu, reasonable prices. the pakoras are amazing!”
“Went in for dinner on a recommendation from a friend. OH MY. We went in thinking it would just be another dinner spot - we were so wrong. From when you first enter & you smell the fresh herbs to when you sit down around the table on super comfortable chairs/couches. WOW. The staff were attentive, personal and yet not in your zone too much. Helpful with advice on the food and menu. 10/10. The food was on another planet. We had three dishes in total - one appy and two mains. Cooked perfectly, extremely fresh flavours and large portions. The naan bread… just wow. Delish! Will be coming back and telling everyone about this. They deserve a line out the door.”
“Me and my boyfriend love this place and come here all the time. Both their Korean and Japanese food is delicious! The staff are always nice to us too.
We love this place, definitely come here if you’re looking for good food!”
“Went here because it was close to the event we planned to go to. We were so pleasantly surprised. Our entire group was more than impressed with the food and the beautiful family run service. Every bite was mouth watering pure quality, home cooked vibe delicious. We will be back.”
“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!”
“Benjamin’s Cafe is one of the best places for Filipino food. We ordered the bulalo platter, and it was absolutely delicious—rich, flavorful, and comforting. We also tried their new Chami Tamis Anghang, and it was so yummy with just the right balance of sweetness and spice. The service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!🙏🙏❤️❤️”
“Original and authentic Indian restaurant I would like to say original flavour of Indian food. Great service, would highly recommend.”
“Wow!! This was my first time here and so so impressed. Small but mighty! The food was delicious and the service fantastic too. Had four teenagers and even they seemed happy. We all loved the food and menu recommendations from the owner. Thank you for a lovely evening out. The food isn't super quick to the table, but hey, this is fresh cooked and it's not simple white spot food. So relax and enjoy the experience. Pretend you are in Thailand.”
“wonderful Saturday lunch buffet today..all you can eat. highly recommended. delicious!”
“We first experienced Cafe Malabar on a food tour... their Sulaimani Tea had me from hello. (I'm trying to replicate it, but I'm not quite there yet...) We went back the next day. Everything was amazing - the food, the people, everything. I can't wait to experience more of their menu in their new place. ❤️”
“Very enjoyable experience at Frankie’s! Friendly servers, great food, excellent service. Will be back!”
“Sedona Cafe & Lounge is amazing! Lovely patio, fabulous food & classy vibe! We had the Sedona burger with Yvonnes amazing homemade salad dressing. Then to top it off, homemade sticky toffee pudding with homemade ice cream! (We shared but now I wish I didn't have to) It was all to die for and the perfect place for foodie lovers date night! Check it out!”
“Food is always delicious and staff and atmosphere warm and welcoming.”
“Had delicious soup here today. The food is always so good and great portions. The ladies are so friendly and great cooks also. Highly recommend.”
“Polite, prompt & attentive service. Superb tapas. Cute venue for relaxing.”
“This has been one of the best Greek restaurants we’ve ever been to. From the food to the service it was amazing and done right! Would 100% recommend! We had the keftedes, moussaka, lamb shank, and ekmek and they were to die for! We ate everything off the plate, and our serve Dimitri was just the best!”
“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’”
“Warm service, delicious and flavorful crepes, and a calming atmosphere.
There’s clearly a lot of thought put into each step of the experience of being here!”
“Four of us just got back from a wonderful dinner. Thank you!”
“Excellent French food and personalized service. This is slow dining at its finest. He makes his own bread, cheese and vinegar.Truly remarkable food.”
“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!”
“We visited Victoria for a weekend getaway, and did a bar crawl of the top-rated cocktail bars in downtown Victoria. This was our favorite, and it wasn't all that close of a contest.
The location feels secluded and intimate, the menu is beautiful and with a coherent theme. The fact that many of the cocktails were available either alcoholic or non-alcoholic was great, have never seen that before - and the NA drinks were delightful as well.
We came back the next night and had a great experience again with the same server, who answered our strange questions with gusto.
I would have preferred the centerpiece light fixtures be candles or similar, as the little light fixtures were a little bright to stare at.”
“Had a lovely birthday dinner with my daughter. The Pig Head starter is absolutely delicious and my duck confit was 10/10. My daughter had the gnocchi and said it was perfect. Love that there are not a million choices! French very well done.”
“Delicious food and such a beautiful space. The family is wonderful and you can taste the love!”
“.🥲Normally have an ok experience. Today though had the Austin Benny andwas very disappointed. When they state porkbelly and you get shaved roast porkbelly that is not seasoned and because it is thinner than their bacon super chewy and distracts from the other flavours of the dish which are okay. If they rubbed it and braised the belly and cut proper thick slices for porkbelly it would do the oppisite and add to the dish 🥲.”
“My experience at Le Petit Saigon was beyond lovely. The ambiance was cozy, clean and intimate. The food was delicious. I had the spicy beef pho, and it was so flavorful. Just the right level of spice too. What stood out the most was the service and hospitality though. As they were closing, the family running the restaurant was sitting down for their own dinner, and the woman offered us to try some of their family soup! I was touched by the kindness!”
“Grabbed a coffee too go and the ladies were very kind and hospitable 😉”
“When ever we travel to Victoria, this hidden gem in bizzy down town area is our first priority for Having Authentic Tibetan food . Thank you guys for having us .”
“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.”
“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!!”
“Tasmin was our server When we arrived, it was very busy, Tasmin seated us quickly in the "VIP" section which made my kids very excited. She was an absolute wonderful server, she was personable, funny and very knowledgable and helpful with the menu. She made our visit one of our favorite memories from our vacation. I would highly recommend this restaurant to families, it is a great atmosphere. Also, they offer a gluten free menu if you have dietary restrictions. Absolute 5 star review from us, we hope to visit again soon, thankyou Tasmin !”
“The Bent Mast has great food and menu choices...The Chef's and Staff are the best bar none...i recommend the Bent Mast to everyone looking for a great place to eat and have a social gathering!!”
“Best bar on the island, staff are fantastic! Well priced and the comedy shows are lit! Excellent date night event or outing with friends.”
“This outdoor patio is the best in the city! Indoor dining is also exquisite. 👌 😍 Great food, drinks and staff. This is also a fantastic hotel. 🎄 🎁”
“Whenever we stay in Victoria we always enjoy having lunch or dinner here. The food is great, the folks are wonderful. One of our favorite places.”
“They didn’t make my Martini dirty.
I asked for them to make it dirty.
They made it FILTHY.
5/5 revised martini.
It was busy so the martini took 20 minutes, but the quality of the revised martini was exceptional.”
“we had the BEST experience!! A platter for 2 with a sliced 12 oz med rare steak, 2 lobster tails, 4 prawns, 2 large lobster stuffed mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and 3 dipping sauces. UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! You won't be sorry going here.....”
“It was a lovely dinner with my family. We chose a selection of tapas and shared. All of the dishes were lovely, but we did go for seconds of the potatoes- so crispy!”
“We enjoyed our visit here. Their staff are warm and nice and they put a lot of effort and love on the food they are preparing. Service was a bit slow on the start but later got better.”
“We’ve been coming here since 2019 and the sushi is always very good and service is super friendly. Even better it is still, by far, the best sushi value for the money on the Island. We should have taken more photos before we devoured everything!”
“A HUGE thank you to Herald Street for welcoming our group tonight! The service was wonderful, the beer was excellent, and great times were had.”
“So good and so fresh! It’s worth the drive! The Hawaii tea is so good!”
“Each time I've eaten there the staff was very friendly and efficient. Food quality for Indian food excellent”
“Every meal from “ReFire Kitchen” has been delicious. My fav’s are Lasagne, Sheppard Pie, and Seafood Chowder.”
“An Unforgettable Evening at Lumache
Lumache offers one of the most unique dining experiences in Victoria. With only 16 seats, the restaurant feels intimate and personal. The owner and chef prepares each course directly in front of you, allowing you to watch the entire evening unfold.
Every dish was thoughtful, beautifully presented and full of flavour. The vintage plates added character, while the small setting made the meal feel more like dining in the chef’s private kitchen than visiting a traditional restaurant.
My wife enjoyed her wine selection, and the group seated beside us spoke highly of the wine pairings. We are more drawn to cocktails, and Lumache’s creative cocktail list did not disappoint.
The entire evening was a huge hit. Lumache delivered one of the best dining experiences I have encountered in Victoria—if not anywhere. For anyone who appreciates excellent Italian food, thoughtful drinks and a truly intimate atmosphere, this restaurant is an absolute must.”
“I’ve never left a review before, even though I dine out a lot. This was an exception since I found the food to be exquisite! Everything was very delicate and flavour forward! I thought the ingredients were very, very fresh and prepared in a way that wasn’t the slightest bit oily. The spring rolls were made from scratch lightly fried. All the vegetables were crunchy. The rice dish It’s very fresh and delicious as well as the chicken and the pork! I’ve been coming to this restaurant for 25 years and their dedication to providing delicious food had a reasonable price in a lovely environment is the reason why.”
“Thank you Chris, Ky and the entire staff for making our last night with our new life long friends so memorable and special!!! The food was absolutely off the charts, the hospitality - amazing and you gave 11 people that were complete strangers 10 days ago, something we will always treasure!! Thank you again for a wonderful evening!!! Dave Small”
“We have been happy customers of the Blue Nile restaurant since it opened. Everything is delicious, delicately spiced. The Cardamom coffee is a ceremonial delight. Don't miss the chance to try out this exotic restaurant.”
“We loved everything about this restaurant. Great food, attentive staff and decent prices. We will return soon with more friends to share in the good and merriment! Only complaint, I wish they were open for lunch!”
“I had Carter as my sever and he was just amazing. I don't think I have experienced such kindness from a stranger before, thank you Carter.”
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“My parents and brother arrived to Canada from the U.S for a trip through Glacier National Park among a few other places and we stumbled upon La Belle De Patate on a rainy day for a hike. Little did I know this would be one of the best places for a hot dog with sauerkraut. We went on a trip in 2012 July and this place and its business owner were the best. We even met him at a Safeway later the same week and exchanged glances of approval. Would return again.”
“I had a wonderful dining experience at this Japanese restaurant. The quality of the ingredients truly stands out—everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can really taste the care and attention put into each dish. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Special bravo to Jammy for the excellent service and warm hospitality, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance is very pleasant, with a beautiful Japanese-style atmosphere that adds to the overall dining experience. In terms of pricing, the cost is fair and reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food—it’s not outrageous at all. This restaurant clearly focuses on quality over quantity, so if you’re looking for large portions rather than refined, high-quality dishes, this may not be the place for you. However, if you appreciate fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a lovely atmosphere, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.”
“Wow!! This was my first time here and so so impressed. Small but mighty! The food was delicious and the service fantastic too. Had four teenagers and even they seemed happy. We all loved the food and menu recommendations from the owner. Thank you for a lovely evening out. The food isn't super quick to the table, but hey, this is fresh cooked and it's not simple white spot food. So relax and enjoy the experience. Pretend you are in Thailand.”
“Dinner was delicious, with plenty left over to take home. Service was excellent. Little candle burners under the food servers kept everything at a good temperature. Allergies were addressed (separate deep fryer for gluten free, for example). We keep coming back here as our favourite Indian restaurant in Victoria.”
“We had a Chinese Christmas celebration at Golden City today. We were about 180 people and they still made room for others who came for lunch. There were over 10 courses which were all delicious - hot and fresh. There was a set up for music and people from our group sang Christmas carols and Chinese songs at a karaoke mic. The service was excellent. The price was reasonable. It was fun all round.”
“Went here because it was close to the event we planned to go to. We were so pleasantly surprised. Our entire group was more than impressed with the food and the beautiful family run service. Every bite was mouth watering pure quality, home cooked vibe delicious. We will be back.”
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“We celebrated a friend’s birthday tonight at Glo Restaurant + Lounge, and it was such a fantastic experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely incredible. The presentation, the flavors… just yum. You can truly tell how much care and effort goes into every dish. Everything looked beautiful and tasted even better. The service made the night even more special. The seater/greeter was so warm and welcoming right from the start. Our server, Kaitlyn, was amazing in every way. Super polite and fun, yet still professional and perfectly attentive without being overbearing (which we really appreciated!). The bartender was SO sweet as well. Thank you for the little details that made a difference. For the paper napkins (cloth ones give me the ick!), for happily substituting my mashed potatoes for a salad, and for delivering such genuinely great customer service all around. We truly enjoyed ourselves and will absolutely be back!”
“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 🙌”
“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.”
“It was okay. They had smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, hand cut fruit salad (some of the honeydew was a little soft), yogurt, apple juice/orange juice/coffee, packaged oatmeal, fresh fruit, salami, ham, small danish assortment, some bread, cereal. $30.00/27.00 if staying in the hotel. Not bad but you get this included at some hotels. An omelette station would be nice.”
“I went there with my friends last night, and I just want to do a shout out to Omar! He overheard some guys talking about us in a way that would potentially put us in danger and he immediately came to let me know and had our back. He’s a super star, such a great server on top of that with amazing energy.”
“Normally food and service are both great. So I’d still recommend jgg if at be cautious of what day and time you go. I went on a Friday evening this last time and the food and service wasn’t good. I can understand why the service wasn’t amazing because it was crazy busy in there. However no excuses for the food as I bought the queen bee pizza and it was half sauced and some slices didn’t even have hot honey on it”
“Six Mile Pub was a great experience. We had just returned from 5 miles of hiking near Jordan River. We happened upon this lovely restaurant on the way back to Victoria and were delightfully surprised!
The atmosphere is just like an English pub. In fact, this pub is BC's OLDEST PUB, running since 1855. Very cool. Stained glass windows, wood floors, bar, pool tables, and outdoor patio. We sat on the patio in the sun next to the inlet water of Esquimalt Bay. Trees on the water side, hanging flower baskets on the patio, and classic umbrellas on each table for shade.
The service was EXCELLENT! Our server, Caleigh, was friendly, pleasant, and helpful!
We had the wild mushroom gnocchi which was delicious and the Cornish hen which was well plated and tasty.
We recommend Six Mile Pub and plan to go again!”
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“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.”
“This place had a very good price for the portion size. Food was fresh and tasty with the dishes including lots of flavour. We ate the edamame, udon noodle bowl, kung pao chicken and teriyaki chicken.However, all their chicken was deep fried including teriyaki chicken which you would expect to be grilled. Kung pao not as spicy as expected. Other than those issues, the staff were nice and the place was well kept. They also did a good job st staggering the dishes. Overall, a pretty decent place for a quick bite and freshly made.👍”
“wonderful Saturday lunch buffet today..all you can eat. highly recommended. delicious!”
“I was fortunate enough to be around lots of Vietnamese Food Restaurants, before I retired. Vina Taste is now what I rate as the Best of the Best. The Family that owns this restaurant, runs the restaurant. The food is so good that I knew I had to write a review. So in Langford & Hungry? VINA TASTE!”
“pure intentionally crafted plant juices, rich in nutrients...influential to anyone who samples these divine preparations...absolute love and care is put into these special vegan creations...taste it for yourself...eat what was meant to nourish you. precious "do no harm" foods at you disposition, to take or sit in....feel it... taste it....”
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“First time dining at KAPPO. Should of tried sooner. The katsu was perfect crispy. The side dishes were great cleaning the pallet. I will come back to try the chef special.”