L' Apéro Wine and Cheese Bistro

We really enjoyed this place when we were in Victoria recently. We had a delicious cheese and meat board paired with a tasty local BC Pinot Noir. The jam that they provided to pair with my cheese was also incredible!

We went back the following week around 8pm on Friday hoping to eat there again and they were randomly closed, which was disappointing as we were leaving the next morning.

If you're in Victoria and they are open, definitely stop in for some wine and cheese!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

I had ordered the Symphony Splash picnic box for both performances. However, it turned out we weren’t able to attend the Sunday performance. I called 11:30 am Friday and left a voicemail asking to cancel the Sunday order and that I would like a refund. No one called me back, by 5pm, I called again and spoke with Grey, explaining again my situation. He said he took down all my information but to speak to Paige at the Saturday event when we picked up our picnic box.
I spoke Paige as directed (still no one called me back) on Saturday, explained once again my situation. He said no problem he would take care of it and to call the next day.
I called the next day and was told, “The meal is already made and I could not get a refund” now I’m upset. And informed who I assume was the owner, that I’ve left messages since Friday, long before the meal was made, or I should hope! He abruptly told me fine I’ll give a refund. I said great thank you. Do you need my card information to process the refund? He said no just your name and I have that.
Well here we are one week later and no refund.
I sincerely doubt he had any intention of following through.
Horrible customer service! Complete lack of communication.

UPDATE: I just checked my bank and I did get a refund, so I happily stand corrected. Still not a great experience.

Food: 2

Service: 1

Overpriced and underwhelming. The place was almost empty. Makes sense.

We found this little bistro by accident, and it was such a happy accident. We got to try a few new wines with their cheese and wine pairing dish, and every single pair was spot on. Page also recommended us some new reds that we enjoyed immensely. The crowning jewel of the meal, however, was the epic brunch board. I can’t recommend it highly enough! It was plenty of food for two people, and my husband and I ate the entire thing- fresh fruits, delicious pastries, raclette over potatoes, and the best grilled cheese sandwich I’ve ever had.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We went to the Cheese 101 workshop and we had a fantastic time! Cannot recommend it enough. Their team was passionate, accommodating and we had more cheese then we could possibly eat. We learned a lot (Even our French attendee) and had some fantastic cheeses. Their team is great, knowledgable and passionate!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Got the forest pate and cheese plate charcuterie board Argentinian wine to pair. Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

🍷🧀 Wine & Cheese Flight 🍷🧀

We enjoyed a wine and cheese flight with the, tastiest creamy blue cheese paired with a delicious French wine. Each pairing was not traditional, but went so well together! Their house made spiced almonds were a favorite of ours. I can't wait to go back and try the fondue!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

we came twice now. The menue is very tempting and we want to try everything. For diner we had a raclette. We were surprice by the low price but we understood when it was served with lots of (very good) nugget potatoes but very little cold cuts. We would have been glad to pay more to get more meat on the plate. For lunch we chose a quiche and a savory crepe. They were both excellent, my husband had the crepe, he is from Brittany, France, and was impressed. They also have a great selection of wine by the glass. This would be our go to place if the service was faster. We waited close to an hour for the raclette at diner and about 40 mn for the quiche and crepe at lunch, then with our plates finished, another 20 mn waiting to order desert.The waiters were very nice but we just wanted to get going with the rest of our day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Raclette, Sandwich

We love this place! Early on we bought a few individual platters and now I'm on my second term of subscription boxes that are delivered!
Guillaume is very knowledgeable and the cheese is always delicious. We haven't done a sit-down yet but it's on our list of things to do.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent lunch of onion soup, grilled cheese sandwich with a tangy salad and french press coffee. Highly recomended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad, Sandwich

Great experience on a rainy Saturday. Very friendly staff and delicious food! Very cute atmosphere. Will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Superb! Enjoyed every part of our dinner. Great service!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I am of French origin, from the Alps. I make no secret of being disappointed by the Savoyard fondue.
First visit was the best and I think the idea of ​​this restaurant ultimately: enjoying good wines with different cheeses.
The 2nd visit was with my local friends to introduce them to typically French dishes, with cheese.
They will not come back unfortunately, the diversity of cheeses having disappointed them as well as the fondue, they did not necessarily appreciate the sides offered.
I will come back to enjoy an aperitif but not a dinner.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Great place to have an intimate holiday feast! The food was delicious and nicely presented by the servers. Will definitely visit Apero again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went for a friend's special day. Beautiful board set ups and lovely food! Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5