Great happy hour. Had the lager on tap- turned out to be Phillips Tilt and it was great. It was…read morequiet inside and nice and cool and it made a great rest stop during our very busy day sightseeing. Service was great and we loved the music.

Our group decided they wanted to try a local pub while we were in Victoria for our last night of…read morethe cruise. After a quick search on Yelp we settled on The Churchill so they could try several different local beers. I opted for the featured cocktail of the month Into The Wild with blackberry gin, blueberry liqueur, honey, lemon & orange bitters. I thought it was really good, smooth but potent. When visiting Canada, I thought it was mandatory to get the Poutine - Beer battered fries, squeaky cheese curds, homemade beef gravy. Very filling and did not disappoint. The rest of the family liked their choices (Nashville Hot Grilled Chicken Burgers, Pulled Jackfruit Bun) as well. We sat in a large booth instead of at the bar like most of the regulars and locals. Service was a little slow but would not keep me from coming back.

Food was good. But the drinks... way too light and watered down. All of our drinks had zero…read moreresemblance of any spirits at all. I had an earl grey infused whiskey cocktail. Felt like I was at a tea shop drinking watered down tea. My friends drink tasted like my kids juice box. For a high end "whiskey bar/lounge", this is just embarrassing. Whiskey cocktails (especially) should always hit the back of your throat with taste. Mixology 101.

This purportedly "high-end" establishment appears to be struggling financially and relies on…read moremisleading menu descriptions and pricing practices. I was genuinely confused as to whether the price of the Japanese whisky flight was $38 or $75. Had I believed the price to be $38 only to later discover it was $75, I would consider that representation deceptive. At no point was it made clear that Versante members are charged $38 while non-members are charged $75--an omission that a reasonable consumer would not be expected to infer.

It was a great find. The bartender was really friendly. We sat down to take a break after World Cup…read moreand got a drink and some of the bacon and cheese fries they were delicious! It's dark and moody and they do have karaoke. We enjoyed listening and watching people sing. Didn't get any pics!

I never see anyone in this place. Come Friday or Saturday night...hardly anyone in here when other…read moreplaces nearby are buzzing. While I don't know why people don't go, I do know why I don't. The last time I was there I was being actively ignored by multiple barkeepers acting super busy, walking up and down and polishing glasses or similar fillers on a non-busy night... Until I got up and walked out slowly to Provisions, a bar right across the street, to get a drink. With this attitude toward service, I'm sure none of them realized what kind of business walked out the door in that moment, given I live within walking distance, happen to like a good whiskey, and believe in tipping handsomely for good service. But I get it...surely they saw me and likely filter for a different type of clientele. It's just that even over the years I've been passing by it hasn't worked. But each to their own; never been back.

Huge, huge, huge fan of the Shebeen! I've been living in Vancouver for 4+ years now and have been…read morefrequenting the downtown nightlife scene for longer, and have never heard or been to the Shebeen up until a few weekends ago. One of my best friends was having her birthday party here and I was utterly confused that I'd never heard of this place, so much so, that I questioned her if it was the right spot..... I now admit, that I was in the wrong. The Shebeen is located through a little alley way behind the Irish Heather. You have to go through the actual restaurant to find it, so no wonder it's hard to find! It gave me total speakeasy feels. Our large group took over their little patio area pretty early on around 5:30pm and set up camp there until 10:30ish. It was fairly slow at the beginning, but as the night went on, the inside of the Shebeen filled up and this spot was bumpin'. They specialize in whiskys (hence their name), so I was ordering old fashioneds left and right. I did also have a gin and tonic or two at the beginning of the evening. The old fashioneds were some of my favourite I've had in Vancouver. You can also order food through the Irish Heather menu. After a few drinks, I needed to put some food in my body so I ordered the curry fries. Wow, wow, wow. I was in saucy fry heaven. I need more of this in my life. Honestly, I'd come back just for this. Our servers (we had two checking in on us throughout the evening), were ROCKSTARS! Before I even had finished my drink, they were already checking in and asking if we wanted another... this resulted me in never having an empty drink, which I definitely felt the next day. Now that this spot is on my radar, I'll be back more often. Thanks for a great evening and here's to many more, Shebeen!

Only had drinks. As you'd expect for a whiskey bar, they have a full list of whiskeys. Service was…read morefriendly, not fast, but it's a rather laid back and casual place. Would recommend stopping by on a crawl, or while waiting for a table somewhere else. Funnily enough, their menu has drinks named after waiting for a table at adjacent restaurants.

This place was beautiful. I highly recommend getting a table on the back patio and watching the…read moresunset. I'm not a big whiskey drinker but there are plenty of other items on the menu for you to enjoy. I ordered the bone marrow and lamp chops which were both delicious. Note, this is not the place for a large meal, they offer small plates to go with your drinks. The service was friendly. Afterwards, I encourage looking around the house and walking the grounds.

Wow, loved this spot! It's inside an old building which has its own unique charm. Many rooms for…read moregroups to sit in and enjoy their coffee and pastries while looking at all the interesting decor and history. They had a pet friendly patio that looks out to the water, which made for a nice view while I sipped on my black sesame latte. The drinks are above average out of the coffee shops I've tried in the area. Parking by the area for the first couple hours are free

Drinks were amazing. Staff was friendly and fast. This location is stunning and brings such a…read morewonderful eclectic vibe. I was in awe of this cute little tavern! If you love fantasy or the whimsy this has to be a spot to check out! You can get desserts ordered from the restaurant to this pub location too!

We're long time lovers of McMenamins and so happy to have one in our own backyard. While the Oregon…read morehotels do seem to have some better soaking pools, we have a whiskey shed. This small building can be easily missed if you don't take the time to step inside and see what it's all about. It's got a fireplace and a couple tables inside, but my partner always stops off here for the whiskey. Personally I don't drink much whiskey, but he gets excited by the selection and the helpful people behind the counter. They can help you find something in your price range. You can also get a flight. They have special Whiskey Talk nights and tasting events. You can get also get other drinks and even order food to eat inside. I usually get the Black Rabbit Red wine, but there are a couple beers on tap. Of course this is also a stop for a passport stamp. If it's cold and not too loud we do occasionally sit inside. It has a quaint, cramped vibe so you may get to know your neighbors. If the weather is good we often sit outside by one of the many fires. Sometimes there is live music playing in the courtyard and this makes for a great way to spend an evening. But if you don't know you can also get your drinks to go and walk around exploring the grounds, just be aware you are not supposed to cross the street with your drinks to the pool/Nui Nui bar.

Cool bar in the hotel lobby. Interesting drinks. Live music…read more Hotel was pretty busy and a bit noisy but a cool place.

Located in the lobby of the Rosewood Hotel this bar was the perfect pit stop, before and after…read moreevents. They truffle fries were crispy and delicious, ketchup not needed. The margaritas were consistently good, I have no complaints. The only downfall is the flimsy bar chairs. Although they are beautiful, I was nervous sitting in them and kept praying I didn't fall.

A trip to Washington wasn't complete without stopping by Woodinville Distillery--and it absolutely…read morelived up to the hype. From the moment we walked in, everyone made us feel welcome. The facility is beautiful, the tour and bottling process were top-notch, and you can really see the pride they take in every bottle they produce. The highlight of the trip was getting to bottle my very own single barrel selection. Being part of that process made it an experience I'll never forget. I also couldn't leave empty-handed, so I headed home with six bottles and plenty of Woodinville swag. If you're ever in Washington and you're a bourbon or whiskey fan, this is a must-stop destination. Incredible people, an amazing facility, and an unforgettable experience. I'll definitely be back.

Amazing selections of bourbon. Friendly staff. Very knowledgeable of all things bourbon. Bought…read morenumerous bottles and several clothing items. Did recommend to family and took them for an outing.

Wonderful drinks! The workers are kind and helpful. Cozy atmosphere with darts game which was…read morereally fun!

Bartender had a very weird power trip that came off as misogynistic. He was outside smoking and…read moreasked to see me and my partners ID before entering which we showed him with no issue. We took a seat at the bar and we ordered our round of drinks. He gave my boyfriend a Guinness (which was not a proper guinness weird to label this place as an irish pub) and gave me a water. He said I had to drink the water before he would serve me. I laughed it off and said I would never deny hydration and he stood in front of me and watched while I drank the entire water. Once finishing, he refilled it and said drink it. I had two drinks over the span of hours this night and was not drunk by any means. My partner asked if it was an Incel bar and the bartender said " I guess it is". Super weird place and the ambiance was non existent. We went to another bar down the street and I had two drinks with no issues.

Loved it! Made a perfect Old Fashioned for my husband and I enjoyed 2 fantastic Tiki Drinks…read more Beautifully garnished...great snacks (really liked the Brussels sprouts and pork belly!) Service was friendly and pleasant. Decor was attractive and comfortable. Price was fair for the product received. We will certainly go back.

TL;DR: A worthwhile cocktail bar with the right mood and…read moresolid execution. Setting your expectations correctly is key here. Drinks: We had four cocktails between the two of us. All were good and well made, but a couple felt slightly out of balance, keeping them from hitting the excellent tier. Service: Attentive, professional, and engaged. The bartender knew what they were doing and kept things moving smoothly. Vibe: Dark, old-school, and moody in the best way. You quickly forget you're in a hotel once inside. Comfortable and easy to settle into. What could be better: Tighter balance and consistency in the cocktails. A small refinement would make a noticeable difference here.