If you're coming to Lucky it's for one of two reasons: 90's night or a concert. I've never really…read morebeen here for any other occasion really. 90's night. One of Victoria's favourite nights out dancing the night away to Spice Girls, TLC and Backstreet Boys. Beware the long lines though. Make sure to get you and your pals on guest list to avoid the lines. The staff at Lucky are awesome and I've seen them put up with a lot. As most bar staff usually do when dealing with hundreds of intoxicated guests. The bartenders are all super friendly and efficient. Make sure to ask them to do a shot out of the shot-ski. The bar itself is fairly small. There's one large bar and the dance floor fills up fairly quickly. Hence why there are such long lines. I found that whenever I went to Lucky's I ran into tons of people I knew. Maybe that's just the university scene though. I haven't been to a 90's night in forever and I kind of miss it. Maybe on my next trip to Victoria?

The bar is a great place. I was visiting from Los Angeles, CA and came to Victoria for the first…read moretime. I was shocked by how friendly the staff and people were. I was talking to the bartenders, patrons, and bouncers and they were all very friendly. I was just gonna stay in my hotel room and I was glad to have such a welcoming experience. HOWEVER, please watch out for two people that said their names are Dominique and Joey. I was trying to be friendly with them and as a common courtesy, got the first round. The bartender even made a local Victorian drink (which tasted like chocolate milk). However, when the bar closed, we went next door to get more drinks. I figured, common courtesy, someone else will get the next round, but we got separate tabs. When the bill came, the two ran out. The local that introduced me to them paid for their bill, but I gave a $20 USD and hope that was enough to cover their share. The bar is a great place and I would definitely go back. As a person who comes from the pretentious city of LA (and is always cautious of being hustled), I have never had such a genuine introduction to Canadians. However, please watch out for those two. I loved how the bar even had a pay it forward drink chalk board. You can prepay for drinks for future patrons. Had I stayed longer, I was going to buy drinks for the people I met there (and would have been a great Thank you for the locals since I was only there for one night). However, do watch out for these two scammers. I would never want what had happen to me happened to other visitors. Despite this, continue to support Lucky Bar as the staff is fantastic.

Last night's concert given by Attila Fias and 5 other extraordinary musicians was THE BEST ever…read more Truly transporting us into the world of Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea and John McGloughlin! Two staff members deserve special mention--Angie the waitperson and Megan the barkeep. They work so hard and always greet us with a smile to make us feel welcome and happy to be there. We hope Hermann's appreciates how valuable they are to the whole experience. May Hermann's continue to live and thrive.

I love Hermann's Jazz Club, and catch at least a couple of shows per month. The place is looking…read moregreat, and the staff (Manager/bartendress Meaghan is particularly awesome; waitress Angie is another fav), the food is better than ever, the community vibe is terrific, and the music lifts the heart and washes away the dust of the day.

"Noooooooo .... Dude! Don't do it. You go into the vortex and you never get out. That place is…read moreHELL!!!!" That's what a young prophet on the streets of Victoria told me when I mentioned that I was going to see Dinosaur Jr. play at Sugar later that night. Naturally, I thought the kid was on drugs or perhaps a schizophrenic. It turns out that he is a modern day Nostradamus. The only thing sweet about Sugar is its alluring name. Its like candy in a pedophile's hand and whatever you do, I beg you, don't get in that van. You're in for a rough ride. As another reviewer mentioned, the sight lines suck. The stage is buried in a hole in what can only be described as an extremely narrow and confining space. Not only had we heard that the sound system is awful, but it was pretty clear that due to the low, cascading ceiling that the acoustics were going to suck as well. In an awful venue, your only hope is to get close to the stage, so we figured out best bet was to make our way to the front. After all, Dinosaur Jr. brought several stacks of Marshall amps. All our problems were theoretically solved. With only minutes to go before Dinosaur was set to take the stage, we were ready to bask in the waves of crunching guitar. Unfortunately, to add to their claustrophobia-inducing layout, the venue has absolutely no circulation and it was so unbearably hot that each step closer to the stage was one step closer to the heart of hell. The band hadn't even started and I was growing faint. Having never fainted before, I tried to fight it, but alas, it was a battle I was destined to lose. I blacked out before the show even started. Now I know what it was like to be a 14 year old girl at a Beatles concert. I was back on my feet in no time and my friend got me to the hallway that leads to the street and in a few minutes, I was seemingly fine. Unfortunately, each time we tried to make our way back into the crowd (i.e. the Vortex), I was overwhelmed by the heat and had to retreat. We eventually gave up and went back to our hotel without having heard a single note. Thanks Sugar for the good times. Not only have I gotten a glimpse of hell, but I've also seen a preview of what it's like to die. In the scheme of life, this isn't exactly unwelcome knowledge to have ... but I really would have just liked to have seen Dinosaur Jr.

As a venue, Sugar seems A-Ok! Not the best but not the worst place i've been to either! The staff…read morewere nice, the venue was clean, and i liked how it had a bit of character without having the dull look places get when an interior designer meticulously planned every detail of it. The venue got bonus points for having the back of the main floor raised up from the area about 30 feet in front of the stage in front of stage. Shorties like me have a hard time seeing otherwise when they're in the back of the audience! The drinks were decent and average price, and at least they poured well since i got pretty tanked! I always bring a jacket to music venues since i find them to be a bit chilly before the crowd gets bigger and i get more liquor in my system, but i could check my jacket immediately upon entering Sugar! It was a good thing for me, but the boys i was with were sweltering! I'm not sure if it's always like that, but just in case be sure to dress light if you come here. I've heard the sound in this place is hit or miss, and my boyfriend said the guitars should have been louder, but honestly, unless it sounds like a band is singing through a tin can, i don't really notice. If you're the kind of person who does pay attention to these kind of details, i suggest doing what my boyfriend did: three shots of Jager in under 30 minutes. He didn't seem to mind after that!

Our party of four have been checking out pubs in Victoria during this trip. So, we decided to check…read morethis place out for dinner. The first point is the food was well presented and very tasty. It was Monday and the special was fish and chips but we had that yesterday so we picked other things. The spicy chicken sandwich was very good. My wife commented that the yam fries were great. The tomato soup was top notch as well. The service was excellent. We ended up having two different servers. Second time we were switched out during our trip. Kind of funny but it gave us an opportunity to meet a couple servers. Both were excellent and took good care of us. I don't usually comment beyond good service but both ladies were funny, playful, and just plain awesome. The original server checked back as well to do nothing other than make sure we were having a good time and to share some laughs. The folks that ran the food were also engaging and genuinely wanting to provide good a great experience. All in all, the best place we have dined at to date in Victoria!

Gorgeous interior and great service. Local brews and a huge liquor list. Just another great…read moreVictoria pub.

We ate here while coming through on a cruise. Seven of us found quick seating. Make sure you ask…read morefor outside versus indoor as the inside was a bit stuffy. Food was good. I enjoyed my cod and chips. The mac and cheese was enjoyed by my kids. Be warned - a cheese pizza is just cheese on crust so its really heavy. Ambience wise it has an old atmosphere feel and the staff was great.

The Irish Times is such a fantastic find in a lovely part of town. We spent a great evening sitting…read moreout on the sidewalk, but the interior is just as impressive--a beautiful and historic building dating back to 1894 with very lively music playing inside. I was honestly shocked by how good the food was. I had initially assumed it might be a spot primarily for tourists, but a dear friend of mine who is a local mentioned that people in Victoria actually love coming here. She even noted that some friends from her children's school were there just the night before for an alumni weekend. The menu absolutely exceeded my expectations. I was blown away by the fish and chips; the fish was moist with a light batter and wasn't oily at all. The burgers, Irish stew, and shepherd's pie were all delectable as well. The real standout, however, was the sockeye salmon in a pesto preserved lemon broth--it was so addictive that I wish I could replicate the recipe at home. It is very easy to see why this spot has received so many accolades, and I would love to return the next time we are back in Victoria!

The 2026 visit to the best on Wharf St, just a brew stop today…read more Good service and vibes as usual. A must when visiting Victoria.

Went here on a rainy Monday night and this pub did not disappoint. Liz was my server and she was…read moreamazing. She helped me pick the perfect beer! There was no band playing and I can only imagine it's a whole other level when it is.

I liked the lights in the entrance. But the ambience inside was lacking. I may be a bit of a hater,…read moreI can't write a decent review. Don't follow @commandsisters

"This is the clubbiest club I have ever clubbed in" - said my friend - and indeed, get ready for a…read moresplit-level dance floor, white leather booths, table service, staff in black t-shirts with the club name, and over 15 atmospheric tv screens wrapping the walls. Staff? Indifferent. (Except for the gal handling will call tickets, she's nice). Drinks? Eh, get some beer in a bottle. The club is in a basement. Why book touring acts here? We got a cramped early bird set and then they transformed into the night club boomp boomp. At least it has a good sound system. So, if your night out drinking needs to involve high heels and that mistakes-were-made EDM feel, these douches are ready. I think there was a roof deck. At least no sharks in the dance floor.

Kylina was the best bar tender I've ever had In my life, exceptional service and experience. Such a…read moregreat vibe would recommend.

Decent little spot there down on Wharf in downtown Victoria. Only nightclub in Victoria at the…read moremoment so can't really compare it to anything, it does it's job.

Food, beer, and staff are great. Don't walk by this hole in the wall. It's definitely worth a stop…read more Mom, Dad, and two teenage daughters were all happy with their meal.

We didn't know this pub was right next to our hotel. The ambience was pretty good. It's suitable…read morefor hangouts, game night or Happy Hour. Room service is also provided for guests at Marriott. We ordered the following : 2 of 6 oz red wine ($14), Crispy Dry Ribs ( Happy Hour price $11), Chicken Wings ($18), Chicken Quesadillas ( Happy Hour price $11) and Guacamole for $4. Ribs were tender and crispy. Honey garlic wings were pretty tasty. Although there were few of chicken pieces, Quesadillas were tasty too. There was Blue Jays vs Dodgers match happening last night. Majority of patrons were having fun watching the game. Trivia nights are also happening from October 20th through December 6th! I'd definitely return to this pub on my next visit!

TL;DR: Chaotic, fun, and not for everyone. Go for a show,…read morestay longer than planned. If you're nearby and there's a drag show, it's worth going. It's fun, different, and a welcome disruption to the usual Victoria vibe. Vibe: Wizard of Oz-themed gay bar with zero subtlety. Loud, campy, and a sharp contrast to the rest of Victoria's generally polite energy. Not really a place straight couples need to linger unless there's a show. Drinks: Strong and fast. These are drinks, not cocktails, and that's exactly right for the room. Entertainment: We caught a Taylor Swift-themed drag show. I'm very much not a Swift fan, my girlfriend is, and we both had a good time. The performers carried the night. What could be better: If there's no show, the appeal drops fast unless this is already your scene.

This may be a gay bar by night, but there's nothing queer about the brunch menu here, folks!…read more My wife and I spotted this place the night before, when it was lit up in all manner of multichromatic madness, gleaming and glittering gaily, with pulse-pounding tunes pouring down the adjacent alleyway. The interior décor intrigued me, but as we had our toddler son with us, we couldn't enter during the "adult" hours, but we resolved to return in the morning for their legendary "best brunch in Victoria". Did it live up to its reputation? YAAAS QUEEN, SLAY those taste buds! My wife ordered the Homemade Maple Bacon, drizzled in mezcal cheese and accompanied by similarly glitzed-up scrambled eggs, roti flatbread, and a light salad with vinaigrette. After waffling back and forth over two dishes, I went with the ambiguously named "Tomatoes" which, as expected included tomatoes, of course, resting on a bed of a soft, moist cheese similar to queso fresco, dressed in chili crunch oil with peanuts and topped with spinach. It was wonderful, with my only regret being there wasn't enough of it. I had decided against the Steak and Eggs, as I'd wanted something lighter for breakfast, but in the end, what I'd ordered was a little too light for me. No matter; I helped the wife finish her meal as well, so everything worked out! I will say, though, that menus that lean in a little too far into brevity when it comes to the description of their entrées for the sake of being cute should probably rethink this strategy, and in all honesty, $16 CAD is a little steep for a dish this paltry in size, no matter how good it is. Alright, I've been enough of a basic bitch about nitpicky things, so let's put a bow on this review, slap its backside and send it on it's way! The "Lions, Tigers and Bears" cocktail was a frisky, refreshing take on my favorite, the Old Fashioned, and my pregnant wife's (virgin) Caesar may have been Bloody Mary-red, but it left me green with envy after a couple sips! I would be hard-pressed to choose between the view on our (inevitable) return visit to Victoria which, I hope, will be far sooner than later. For now, we'll be somewhere over the rainbow back home, waiting for a tornado to whisk us up and fling us back over the border. Vancouver may be the true Emerald City, but the yellow brick road leads directly to Friends of Dorothy in Victoria!