25 Best Cocktail Bars in Victoria

“Had the most wonderful evening! Drinks were absolutely delicious and precisely made, the bar was really comfy to sit at and the whole atmosphere was great. It was awesome to watch the bartenders work and they had wonderful suggestions based on our preferences. A++“

“Liam was truly amazing. A true mixologist who knew every cocktail by heart and kept his cool. I told him what I didn’t like and he made me a delicious cocktail. I’m not usually impressed with hospitality workers and get bad service everywhere I go but Liam blew me away!! Thanks so much. Way to go Liam 👏“

“i was expecting a bad experience when looking at the rating, but it wasn’t bad at all, other than being completely empty on a holiday evening. the greek pizza was perfect and they have a ton of fun cocktails, but the food seems overpriced. the service was really attentive, although this may be different at a busier “

“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.“

“Fantastic staff. Great food. Immaculate vibes!“

“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“

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

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

“Twice I have been to End Dive and sat in the rays of the sun that gleam through wide windows, brightening the cozy bar and resplendent ceiling, and illuminating the truth: that dishes and drinks at End Dive are not just special, they are transient singularities that must be tasted to be believed.

The chatter and laughter of friends and surrounding patrons vibrates the air and my table, sending reverberations through my drink and up my arm, colliding in my brain with the explosion of rainbow flavors from the Lebanese squash; the distinguished smoked cauliflower; and the inevitable and unparalleled pasta.

I look at the surface of my drink, coated with squid ink Riesling, and smile at the dark, shimmering black. This is life, this is living - this is End Dive.“

“I always order on uber, food is fresh and tastes fantastic every time. Bulgogi’s and other fried dishes portions are great too. Please bring back the pork ribs and the blood sausage! I really miss them! 🥲 And would you please add cutlery to the take outs? Thank you!“

“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.“

“A Delightful Dining Experience at The Palm

I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Palm, and it was truly a lovely experience from start to finish. The service was both fast and efficient, with an incredibly attentive staff that ensured every detail contributed to an exceptional visit.

I indulged in the chicken pappardelle, which was perfectly prepared and flavorful, followed by a crème brûlée that offered a delightful contrast – creamy with a touch of sesame elegance.

Lastly, a special note to one of the team members pursuing an art degree: I wish you the best of luck! Whatever path you choose, I have no doubt it will lead to success.

The Palm effortlessly combines quality cuisine with outstanding hospitality – a spot I would gladly recommend to anyone seeking a memorable dining experience.“

“Perfection. Duck, scallops and baby potatoes.“

“Good time here! Bartenders were pretty cool’ Chill place, would recommend and return!“

“A blend of whimsy and passion below Market Square. Unparalleled whiskey knowledge ready to be imparted to the discerning“

“Incredible pizza and service. The variety of pizzas is a mix of traditional and innovative, the ingredients were fresh and the pizzas were cooked to perfection. Our server (Aiden) was charming and knowledgeable and made the dining experience delightful. The restaurant is small and nested beside a Starbucks in a hotel, so the atmosphere could be a bit better, but the great food and service more than made up for it.“

“We had a great lunch here in Boomtown’s lovely garden area. The day was gorgeous, food was delicious and we were thrilled that they had so many gluten free options for my wife to choose from. They even have a dedicated fryer! The totchos are fantastic as is the charred corn salad but do not miss the GF donuts! They were freshly prepared and covered with a decedent salted caramel sauce. Outrageously good! The service was excellent and we will definitely be making Boomtown a regular stop for us.“

“Had an amazing dinner at Cactus Club on Douglas! Huge shoutout to Blue, Colin, and Becca — their service was next-level. Super friendly, attentive, and made me feel totally welcome even though I was by myself. Great food, even better people. I’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend! Truly amazing staff!“

“The meal is excelent and his ubication is wonderful“

“Tonight I picked up the butter chicken and Kachumber salad to bring home for dinner. Wow!! They were super friendly and efficient and the food was outstanding!! All around excellent!“

“We celebrated our anniversary dinner at the Courtney Room. Food, service and atmosphere were outstanding. We had a great window seat in an area which was initially quiet but became noisy with guests seated beside us. Overall, memorable experience and we will definitely be back.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Have been here before. We are no frim Victoria but when we visit we enjoy this restaurant. The avocado shrimp salad is my fave and it did not disappoint this time. The Hugo spritz was refreshing and it was a lovely treat experience on a beautiful day in Oak bay!! Not to be missed.“

“We had a surprise 50th Anniversary party there with 70+ people and everything was perfect. Staff was great and the food was delicious. I would recommend the Rack to all my friends and family. Jasmine and Cole have got this down pat. 5 out of 5“