29 Best Cocktail Bars in Victoria

Citrus & Cane Cocktail Bar • $$
606 Trounce Alley, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Banana Hammoch

“From thoughtful, fun and balanced world-class cocktails to delicious small plate food offerings, you can tell the owners here know what’s good and are excited to share it. Everyone on staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and it’s clear they work well together as a team to provide excellent, welcoming service.

We are incredibly fortunate to have this level of hospitality in Victoria. Other bars take note - this is how you do it!“

4.8 Superb164 Reviews
Humboldt Bar Cocktail Bar • $$
722 Humboldt Street, Victoria

“The cocktails are inventive and delish. The vibes are 10/10. I am obsessed with the deep fried olives :)
Service is always excellent and they provide great suggestions for drinks. I love this place and come to it every time I visit Victoria.“

4.8 Superb96 Reviews
Clive's Classic Lounge Lounges • $$
740 Burdett Avenue, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

House Popcorn

“We were staying at the Chateau Victoria and this bar was hidden in the foyer. We decided to pop in for a quick drink and ended up staying for hours as the service was phenomenal and the cocktail list as well as speciality spirits was amazing. Caeley was the hostess/server and she was so bubbly and knowledgeable about their menu! We had such an enjoyable experience we booked a table for drinks for the next day. Definitely worth a visit when in Victoria.“

4.6 Superb126 Reviews
Marilena Cafe & Raw Bar Sushi Bar
1525 Douglas Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Molten Chocolate Cake with Cherry Ice Cream
Warm Chocolate Cake with Cherry Ice Cream
Wagyu Beef Carpaccio 'Sukiyaki'
Charred Sakura Farms Pork Belly
Oysters on the Half Shell Each
Beet Salad with Burrata Salad
Burrata with Heirloom Tomato
Yukon Gold Potato Agnolotti
Jumbo Shrimp a La Plancha
Braised Fish with XO Sauce

“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.“

4.7 Superb447 Reviews
Finn's Seafood Chops Cocktails Seafood • $$$
Recommended
1208 Wharf Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Pan Roasted Vancouver Island Rockfish
House Smoked Rockfish Croquettes
Mussels in White Wine and Garlic
Half a Dozen Fanny Bay Oysters
Finn's Classic Fish and Chips
Steamed Live Atlantic Lobster
Parmesan Fries Truffle Aioli
Fanny Bay & Kusshi Oysters
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Finn's Seafood Linguini

“This was a repeat eat for us. We celebrated our wedding anniversary here in 2022. This is an easy 5 star recommendation.

Nicky, our server was sensational. Not to take away from here but every person in the restaurant that we passed coming in and leaving the restaurant wished us well.

The views from the deck are some of the best in the city. The location is by the harbor right off Wharf street. Hard to miss seeing right on the corner.

The food selection is amazing. See the menu on their excellent website. They spare no expense online.

The bar area is picturesque. Sorry I failed to take a picture. It is worth exploring on your own. The restaurant has an old fashion yet high end English tavern feel with rich woods and leathers. The dining room feels like many experiences as you walk between sections moving to the patio. The patio looks out into the harbor marina. The view is active with water taxis, water planes, boats and ferries come and go all day. In the evening you see the many lighted buildings and hill silhouettes as night takes hold.

Back to the food! Come hungry as the portions are plentiful. My wife and I shared the fish and chips and walked away full. The description said British settled fish and chips and they were right on. Haddock instead of cod, much better. The chips were the stubby potatoes like the street cafes and pubs in London and surrounding cities.

The beers and other libations seemed limitless. We both had the amber which was a great accompaniment to the fish. We had multiple people taking care of us and Nicky was amazing, thank you.

The few pics I did manage do not do Finn’s justice. You will have to see for yourselves! Enjoy 😋“

4.6 Superb956 Reviews
Block Kitchen and Bar Victoria Asian Fusion • $$
538 Yates Street Suite 101, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Cheesecake and Chocolate Pudding
Japa Bao Dog \u0026 Pork Belly Bao
Grilled Prawns with Dipping Sauce
Edamame Beans and Korean Chicken
Japa Bao Dog & Pork Belly Bao
Kara Age Chicken Skewers
Thai Mushroom Risotto
Ahi Tuna Yaki Onigiri
Spicy Salmon Tartare
Dark Chocolate Pots

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

4.7 Superb410 Reviews
Pinhalla Pinball Pizzeria Pizza • $
516 Fisgard Street, Victoria

“This place has some of the city's best pizza! The crust is crisp on the bottom, giving a wonderful crunch when bitten into, and perfectly pillowy in the centre. The toppings are generous and so delicious. The size & quality is excellent for the price.

The service is also fantastic, and the staff are very friendly and kind. It's the perfect spot for a night out with friends, a date, or some seriously worthwhile takeout.“

4.7 Superb195 Reviews
Frankie's Modern Diner Family • $$
910 Government Street Suite 38, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Pan Fried Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
Eggs Benedict with Hashbrowns
New York Style Cheesecake
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Classic Key Lime Pie
Chicken and Waffles
Mediterranean Salad
Italian Diner Hash
Meatball Stromboli

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

4.5 Superb481 Reviews
Good Ovening Korean Pub and Oven Roasted Chicken Chicken Shop • $$
799 Fort Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Soy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl
Rosé Spicy Rice Cake
갈릭버터프라운
Honey Mustard Chicken
Cheeseburger Roll
Spicy Chilli Half
Tuna Kimchi Stew
Ice Cream Churros
Crispy Pork Belly
Icecream Churros

“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.“

4.6 Superb210 Reviews
end dive Seafood •
1802 Government Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Blistered Sun Gold Tomatoes
Charred Country Bread
Pesto Pasta Dish
Hazelnut Dukkah
Pine Mushroom
Salmon Belly
Pickled Egg
Sauce

“Cocktails so good we came back twice. Both meals were standout, every single dish was memorable. A sophisticated yet homey menu. Get the smoked olives. Friendly staff, fun interior. The folks running this place care about their craft and it shows.“

4.5 Superb240 Reviews
Earls Kitchen + Bar Canadian • $$
Bay Center Victoria, 1199 Government Street Suite 100, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Louisiana Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Sticky Toffee Chocolate Pudding
Cajun Chicken Cheddar Sandwich
Earls Famous Clam Chowder
Fries or Truffle Fries
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl New
Bacon Cheddar Burger
Impossible Burger
Earl's Breakfast
Pizza Margherita

“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.“

4.4 Superb970 Reviews
Tora Tiki Lounges • $$
714 Cormorant Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Pina Colada Blue Hawaiian and Frank's Corn Dogs
Volcano Bowl
Pupu Platter

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

4.5 Superb162 Reviews
Artemis Whiskey Bar Pubs •
560 Johnson Street Suite 27, Victoria

“If a bar were to feel like coming home, this would be it.“

4.5 Superb128 Reviews
The Ruby on Johnson Breakfast • $$
642A Johnson Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken and Waffles
Eggs and Bacon Breakfast
Fried Chicken & Waffle
Smoked Brisket benny1
Benny on a Croissant
Fried Chicken Benny
The Canadian Benny
Rotisserie Chicken
Breakfast Poutine
Beef Brisket Hash

“Great breakfast! Awesome staff!“

4.4 Superb390 Reviews
The Palms Restaurant & Lounge Canadian • $$
1450 Douglas Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Burrata Cheese \u0026 Roasted Marinated Beets - GF Vegetarian
The Signature Shaft Brulée
Smoke Kissed Duck Breast
Crab & Wild Prawn Benny
Roast Chicken Breast
Hamburger and Frites
Caribbean Duck Wings
Shaft Creme Brule
bbw Duck Bao Bun
Salmon Tacos

“7 different meals and all were fantastic, service was awesome and friendly as well thank you for a great experience, we will be back“

4.4 Superb257 Reviews
Victoria Pocha Asian Fusion • $$
650 Yates Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Gimmari Fried Seaweed Roll
Bulgogi and Fried Rice
Volcano Cheese Buldak
Pocha Bulgogi Fries
Pocha Prinkle Fries
So-Tteok-So-Tteok
Kimchi Fried Rice
Seafood Ramyun
Fried Chicken
Bulgogi Jungol

“We try to come here every time we visit Victoria because the food is great, and the service is always really friendly. I ordered the dwaeji gukbap last night, and it was probably the best one I've had outside of Korea. It was perfect for the rainy night, generous portions, and came with a trio of side dishes.

Service was great as usual. It became a lot busier later in the night, but our servers were still very attentive and did their best to accomodate everyone. We will continue to visit every time we are in town.“

4.4 Superb183 Reviews
Stone Ground Pizza Co. & Bar Pizza • $$
777 Douglas Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Gorgonzola Pasta
Caprese Salad
Spicy Sausage
Olives
Sauce

“Visiting Victoria we had this gem of a spot recommended to us by a local.
We had the arancini and the Barbecue chicken pizza, super tasty and flavoursome.
Front of house staff was fantastic, big shoutout to Aiden who reinforced everything we had heard about friendly Canadians
A great experience all round!“

4.4 Superb87 Reviews
Wind Cries Mary Wine Bar • $$$
45 Bastion Square, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Sablefish White Bean & Cauliflower
Ricotta on Toast with Honey Glaze
Wild Albacore Tuna Tataki
Signature Fried Chicken
Grilled Humboldt Squid
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Whipped Ricotta Toast
Sesame Crusted Tuna
A Bottle of Wine
Glazed Carrots

“Amazing service and delicious food. I highly recommend!“

4.3 Superb783 Reviews
Rooftop Patio Cocktail Bar • $$
919 Douglas Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Steak or Chicken Quesadilla

“I just wanted to send out a massive heart felt thankyou to every single one of you who were involved making the night so special for us last Saturday. We all really appreciated the space to celebrate the life of a dear friend, who ironically loved the Rooftop, and Big Bads....and then we ended up totally fluking out, and landing the two rear tables of Big Bad's after we left!! 😍 All parts of an amazing evening. The planner was incredibly easy to work with and really pulled some strings for us, the waitress was awesome and super kind. The food was great and we noticed the DJ played our tracks!!! Thankyou so much everyone. ❤🙏“

3.3 Good102 Reviews
Boomtown Beer Gardens • $$
950 Yates Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Black Garlic & Humboldt Squid Burrito
Black Garlic Humboldt Squid Bowl
Salt Spring Island Brewery
Chili Glazed Tofu Burrito
Beef Birria Burrito
Breakfast Burritos
Chicken Burrito
Brussel Sprouts
Chicken Wings
Beef Burrito

“I came into boomtown for a taco or two, but ended up staying for a lot of my evening enjoying a couple beers poured by the lovely london. Im not sure if she was talking to me just to get me to stay or to be my new best friend, but I left boomtown a happy chappy. I highly recommend the tater tots. Go to boomtown- tell london I say hi“

4.2 Good212 Reviews
Steamship Terminal Seafood • $$
470 Belleville Street, Victoria

“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.“

3.9 Good49 Reviews
The Courtney Room Seafood
623 Courtney Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Mushroom Eggs Benedict with Green Salad
House Baked Muffin or Croissant
Alberta Striploin Steak Frites
Seared Hokkaido Scallops
Beef Tenderloin Tartare
Foraged & Farmed Salad
Butternut Squash Soup
Omlette and Hashbrown
Smoked Salmon Benny
Earl Grey Cremeux

“Wir haben heute super lecker gegessen und der Service war sehr freundlich und funktionierte perfekt!“

4.2 Good650 Reviews
Varsha Indian Kitchen Indian • $$
1600 Government Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Varsha's Butter Chicken Poutine
Palak Paneer with Garlic Naan
Mom's Chicken Curry
Vegetarian Platter
Varsha's Naan Bread
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken Lababdar
Tandoori Roti
Chicken Tikka
Mom's Samosas

“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!“

4.2 Good709 Reviews
Cactus Club Cafe Canadian • $$
1125 Douglas Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Peppercorn Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus
Blackened Creole Chicken
Pesto Chicken Quesadilla
Szechuan Lettuce Wraps
Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Spaghetti Portofino
Chocolate Lava Cake
Crispy Yam Fries
Grilled Salmon G
Baja Fish Tacos

“Our server ( initials ART) was tremendous - friendly, polite, accommodating and good with the teenagers. The boys' burgers were delayed due to a glitch in the kitchen and she very diplomatically dealt with the issue. To our amazement and with great appreciation, when we came to pay the bill we found that the burgers were comped due to having to wait. Very pleasant lunch and many thanks.“

4.1 Good300 Reviews
The Rack Bistro Wine Bar • $$
2345 Millstream Road, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

2 Piece Fish and Chips
Chicken Club Sandwich
The Mushroom Burger
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Kids Mac and Cheese
Breakfast Sandwich
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Breakfast Poutine
The Rack Burger
Taco Night

“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“

4 Good190 Reviews
Metropolitan Bar & Grill Canadian • $$
829 McCallum Road, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Fried Chicken
Pulled Pork Tacos
Kettle Chips
Sandwiches
Wings

“This was the best service I've had in some time.
Called down from my room and asked if they did room service, they do not.
The girl said it would be ready in 20 mins, I asked if she would call my room when my order was ready.
She didn't know how to that but said she'd figure it out.
11 mins later my room phone rings saying my order was ready.
Got down stairs just as they finished packing it up.
Came to find out she was in training.
The manager was great too, he was on the spot with getting shot figured out“

3.3 Good106 Reviews
Vis-à-Vis French • $$
2232 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Icecream
French Fries with Parmesan Cheese
Avocado and Shrimp Salad
Beef Bourguignon
Crème Brûlée
Bison Shoulder
Chicken Supreme
Beef Carpaccio

“Stopped in for lunch. Food was very good and reasonably priced. Ordered the Escargots de Bourgogne, La Salade Niçoise, Croque-Monsieur all of which were very tasty. Service was friendly and professional 🍷“

3.9 Good253 Reviews
Flying Otter Grill Seafood • $$
950 Wharf Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

1 Piece Cod Fish and Chips
Halibut Fish \u0026 Chips
Our Famous Chicken Wings
Blackened Halibut Burger
Deep Fried Cheesecake
Mango Prawn Salad
Seafood Linguine
Dockside Calamari
Seafood Paella
Chicken Burger

“The meal is excelent and his ubication is wonderful“

4 Good656 Reviews
Steamship Grill & Bar Seafood • $$
470 Belleville Street, Victoria

Customers` Favorites

Salt Spring Island Mussels and Fresh Cut Fries
Fresh Local Mussels and Fries
Oysters on the Half Shell
West Coast Salmon Bowl
Halibut Fish and Chips
Seafood Mixed Grill
West Coast Chowder
Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl
Crispy Fish Tacos
Seafood Platter

“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.“

3.7 Good939 Reviews