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Block Kitchen + Bar

4.6 (64 reviews)
Closed • 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Bonnie G.

5 stars for the food; the service needs some work. We were delighted with most of the food. For starters, that salad with sesame dressing. Delicious, with wonderful ingredients and well balanced. The duck spring rolls are everything you want them to be when highlighted with that excellent sauce. The Korean fried chicken was a kick, and we appreciated the greens it was served with. The short rib for the lettuce cups was tasty, but that dish was the least successful from what we ordered. A mess to eat, dripping all over. Why? We didn't add much of the 3 sauces offered. The mushroom risotto was a really exciting dish. Fabulous flavors, so rich, mushrooms and coconut milk and complimentary spices - amazing. Didn't understand the garnishes though. Why not crispy mushrooms instead? The block fries were great. Crispy thin fries with exciting seasoning and a tasty dipping sauce. Yum. Our server talked extremely quickly and did a poor job aiding us in ordering. And we understand dishes came to the table as they were ready and without coordination of any kind. That resulted in our last 2 dishes [brought to the table at the same time] being risotto and French fries. Just an odd, starchy way to end the meal. I must say however, they were great at removing used dishes from the table.

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Elizabeth B.

Everything from beginning to end was absolutely delicious! The service was great, we didn't have any reservations and sat down within 5 minutes at the bar. Our waiter was super nice and recommended us with options since it was our first time there. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for some damn good food and drinks!!!

Happy hour!
Susan C.

Stopped in here for a quick Happy Hour on a Wednesday. We had a few drinks and 2 fried chicken dishes. Both were boneless - I think both were thigh pieces. The karaage app had 2 skewers - each piece was well seasoned/marinated, delicious and perfectly fried! The Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) was also perfectly fried - coated with delicious gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) sauce. This was spicy. My teen daughter said it was too spicy for her liking - that's okay! More for us! Great service and beautiful interior! I love their pan Asian menu. Will come back the next time I'm in Victoria!

Ahi tuna tataki
Brandon D.

My family was coming in to Victoria after visiting the butchart gardens and were originally going to eat in Chinatown, but later decided on this place as we walked by it. I'm so glad we did because this is genuinely one of the best restaurants that I've ever eaten at. It's a somewhat upscale yet affordable Asian fusion restaurant. We came on a Thursday evening and were seated right away. Our server was very enthusiastic and when we asked for recommendations, she basically hyped up every single menu item that they had. The lighting is a bit dim inside, and where we were seated, we could see the cooks making all the food in an open kitchen. We ordered the Thai mushroom risotto, ahi tuna tataki, porkbelly risotto, block fries, Takoyaki, red devil calamari, duck spring rolls, and pork belly lettuce wraps. I liked everything we ordered but my favorites were the Thai mushroom risotto, ahi tuna tataki, and red devil calamari. The risotto was topped with shiitake and king oyster mushrooms in a Thai curry with truffle oil. The risotto was smooth and buttery like, the curry had a deep flavor, and there were some lotus root chips that provided some crunch. The tuna was delicate with a slight sear and sesame outer crunch. The calamari was cooked perfectly, it was easy to bite and not chewy. The sauce gave it a little spice. I loved the sauces for both the duck spring rolls and the block fries. We came into this restaurant not expecting much but we were all blown away. This is a must try restaurant in downtown Victoria.

Bobbie W.

Creative Asian fusion with vibrant vibe. Cool setup with open kitchen and bar. Cool setting nestled amongst allot of the great dining options Unique flavours. Steak frites were perfectly cooked with hangar steak and fries were crispy and not greasy The tuna tanaki is a must have signature dish. Good selection of beers on tap with the local Phillips as feature brewery - solid choices

Spicy salmon
Heather D.

Tasty food that comes out quickly. Friendly servers. Paid attention to note about special occasion and got a premium spot.

Maya Mayuko T.

I visited Victoria for the Canada Day long weekend. The weather was fantastic, and I thoroughly enjoyed sightseeing downtown, the Parliament building, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, and more. In the evening, we chose an Asian fusion restaurant that caught my eye while browsing for dinner options. I was impressed by both the menu offerings and the ambiance. What we ordered: Saikoro steak(cube steak). Japanese-style grilled tender steak bites. Grated daikon, chili-ponzu sauce, scallions ***This dish had a solid presentation, and I particularly liked the ponzu sauce. Despite the meat being a bit chewy, I thoroughly enjoyed the overall experience. Karaage skewers,Japanese-style deep fried chicken. Spicy mayo side ***It was slightly overcooked, but meat was still juicy and tender. the spicy Moyo sauce was quite good. Chilled ramen - ,Roast chicken slices, cucumber, carrot, daikon, golden beet, bean curd, edamame, kizami nori, smoked bonito sesame-ginger broth. ***One of my favorite dishes was the sesame ginger-based bonito soup. It could be enjoyed as either Ramen salad or cold soup ramen. I highly recommend trying this dish. Duck spring roll with nan jing sauce,Nam Jim sauce. ***The highlight of the night was the best dish. The Nam Jim sauce, inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine, was a delightful blend of lime, fish sauce, garlic, and chili. The sauce was truly excellent. The duck spring roll was incredibly crispy, and I particularly enjoyed the flavorful duck filling. Matcha cheese cake, Yuzu honey sauce ***The cheesecake wasn't overly sweet. Its texture was creamy and light. While the matcha flavor was a bit subtle, I still enjoyed it, especially when paired with the yuzu honey sauce. Miso creme brûlée. ***I enjoy the Miso Crème Brûlée. The distinct Miso flavor adds a delightful twist, creating a satisfying combination of sweet and a hint of salt. I highly recommend trying this dessert. I really enjoyed the restaurant's vibe and the diverse menu selection. I plan to visit again and explore different dishes on the menu.

Pork Belly Bao Bun
Claire S.

Tried Block for the first time last night with a friend, and it was fantastic! The cocktails were outstanding--so flavorful and well-crafted. We started with the salmon tartare, which was incredibly fresh, and the seaweed crackers paired with it perfectly. The ambiance was cute, dark, and romantic, with friendly and helpful service to match. The gyozas were amazing, and the pork belly bao bun was a definite highlight. Definitely check out this new spot in downtown Victoria!

Desserts

Block Kitchen = Bold Flavors + Beautiful Vibes! If you're looking for a cozy spot in Victoria with unforgettable Asian-fusion food. this is it! We ordered the Shirley Temple, Pork Kimchi Gyozas, Takoyaki, Saikoro Steak, Korean Short Ribs, Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps, and Steamed Rice and every single dish was a win. The desserts were equally amazing especially the Matcha Cheesecake and Crème Brûlée. The vibe is stylish and relaxed, the staff were so kind and detailed, and the entire experience felt special from start to finish. Highly recommend this gem!

Mika C.

The service is top notch here! We arrived early for our reservation and they accommodated us. They were so friendly and attentive. The food was amazing as well. The tuna tataki was definitely our favorite of the three dishes. Wish we had a location in Vancouver!

Sheron C.

I took my husband and nine-year old to Block Bar thinking it was a different restaurant that I had visited previously. It has a low-key but friendly vibe. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They were observant and were able to provide excellent service without hovering which I loved and appreciated. We ordered several different things including cocktails and mocktails (the non alcoholic spiced rum is divine), and shareable plates like the lettuce wraps, steamed buns, pork belly, gyoza and edamame. It was all delicious! The sauces accompanying the dishes were the perfect balance to the flavors of each dish and we honestly ate more than we should have! We definitely recommend going to Block Bar for amazing Asian fusion food and delightful drinks in a cozy and intimate space.

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Shared a few plates and sat at the bar. Great service and great food. The Asian inspired menu is a mash up of so many great dishes!

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On a tour bus with a stop in Victoria. Saw the reviews for this restaurant and tried it out. Thank you the recommendations were spot on.

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7 months ago

Love the food and the service. Big city vibe with small city prices inventive dishes, and cocktails. We definitely go back.

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The food and drinks were delicious! The service was great! The murals on the were interesting. We'll definitely be back.

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Perro Negro Taperia

(24 reviews)

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Great little spot, like others have stated, make sure you actually go to Perro Negro…read more If I remember correctly, we were directed on the first level and second level before we found the spot. The vibe in the restaurant was nice. Felt like we were teleported away for a few hours. Everyone was chatting away eating. It was an open space, but not hard to have a conversation. Our waitress was prompt and attentive. She made great recommendations on wine and food. We ended up taking advantage of their special shared tapas menu for two at $59.50 CAD. I ordered some wine by the glass to go with some of the dishes. We didn't have any preference in the order, so our waitress brought things out as we finished. The spread included bacon wrapped stuffed dates, chorizo puffs, salad, veggies, croquettas, patatas bravas, prawns, beef short ribs, and a chocolate mousse-like dessert. Everything was so tasty! It starts off so well with the bacon wrapped stuff dates and you think there will be a dip in taste at some point. I believe the only dish we didn't finish were the veggies, done ratatouille style, we were pretty full so we chose not to finish this one and make sure we could eat dessert. She did figure out I was american when I tried to give her my credit card. I always forget they bring those credit card devices to your table outside the US. I would definitely go back to try some of the other menu options.

Atmosphere- lovely. Would give it a 4.6. Warm, whimsical, quiet enough to have a conversation but…read morevibrant as well. Service - the right amount of attentiveness. Knowledgeable staff. Really nice people. Easy 5. The food was good. The olives were excellent quality. Wondered how they would be warmed - warmth accentuates the silkiness. The squid was really lovely. Not overcooked and plated well. The aguachile was enjoyable, the acids well balanced. 4+ We enjoyed a glass of Pinot Noir - good call by the waitress!

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Rabbit Rabbit

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An adorable spot on Herald! Love the aesthetic and overall vibe. We sat at the bar and had four…read moredishes and two glasses of wine each. The wine was fab! They also give you free popcorn as a nibble. I got The Savant white - so good I just ordered a second glass. As for food we got the smoked fish dip, charred romaine, and Mushroom Lo Bok Go to start and then shared the special for main which was the tuna tataki. The fish dip was good, I would just serve it with wider chips so it's easier to pick up. Flavour was great. The charred romaine was something our wonderful server recommended which we wouldn't order had he not told us to and we were really happy we did! The sauce was so good on this dish! The mushroom dish was interesting and yummy. The tuna tataki was prob my favourite in terms of flavour - it was dilly with beautiful big chunks or tuna and fingerling potatoes. Overall we enjoyed our experience here!

This is a very cozy, modern and cute wine bar. The service is great and the food was good! We were…read morecelebrating 2 belated birthday. We had the $20 wine flights. It paired nicely with our food. Had the filet o fish bao, karage chicken, baby fries (half order) and Tteok bokki bolognese for happy hour. The portion sizes were decent and the flavourful. As for dessert, we had complimentary bubbles and went for the white rabbit bread pudding. I definitely recommend all the things we tried and would consider coming back when I am in town.

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