25 Best Cocktail Bars in Victoria

“Went here with 3 gal pals and loved it! The menu is gorgeously expansive with classics and unique twists. Our waitress was a pro at giving suggestions and narrowing down our options based on our taste preferences. The vibes inside were retro hotel - cool moldings & wallpaper. Cozy, dim lighting, sexy. Garnishes were all very fun, drinks were delicious! My only regret is not trying more drinks!“

“What a bar. If you like cocktails this place is a must. The menu is beautiful, the complexity of the drinks incredible, the service top notch, the decor spot on. If I lived in Victoria I would be a regular. If you are visiting, treat yourself to a great time.“

“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.“

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

“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“

“Fantastic staff. Great food. Immaculate vibes!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Perfection. Duck, scallops and baby potatoes.“

“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.“

“One of my favourite Korean Restaurants in Victoria! As someone who lived in Korea for 3 years, man it really reminds me of the Pochas in Korea! Absolutely love coming here.
Great service, great portions!
I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve ordered off the menu with no complaints at all. Authentic and makes me miss Korea. Bibimbap is amazing, Army Soup is amazing, great fried chicken and Bulgogi fries, I’ve loved everything I’ve tried at all my visits! I hope they keep it up!“

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

“Great pizza place tucked into the Hilton Hotel. The restaurant does share the space with a Starbucks which is unique.
Prices are reasonable and the pizza is fresh.
BBQ Chicken - amazing
Market Vegetable - add olives! They make the pizza :)“

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

“I have been here at least a couple of dozen times and everything that I’ve eaten here has been fabulous. Get yourself down here and try this great place out.“

“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.“

“I did not expect the food to be this tasty. Prices are reasonable.
Carla our server was fun and attentive.

Large beer selection, served cold.

All good.

Great that we could support this local dog friendly patio.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Outstanding staff and customer service!!! The server, the somm, & everyone involved allowed us to feel like we were a part of something. Their recommendations were spot on. We loved it so much we went back the next day for lunch snacks and sips. Less formal but no less special service. Would recommend highly!“

“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“