Dinner at 7PM and we were seated promptly on the back deck overlooking the harbor. The farmhouse…read moresalad was huge and we ordered one to split. My ahi tuna was perfectly cooked and artfully presented on couscous with kale. My wife had the sablefish and the flavor was rich and delicious. The fish was firm and flaky. We split a flourless chocolate greenish. Pay parking was C$6 for 2 hours in a lot next to the building but up 40 steps to the restaurant. ,. Service was excellent. Our only negative was that the tables on the outside deck were very close together. We had to move one of them to allow me to get into my chair. This is our second time to visit, the last one being in winter. Amazingly, we ordered the same salad and Ahi tuna enter. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g154945-d12722769-r1065553340-Finn_s_Seafood_Chops_Cocktails-Victoria_Victoria_Capital_Regional_District_Van.html#

At Dinner at Finn's Seafood Chops & Cocktails in Victoria British Columbia. Worth the trip! A wide…read morevariety of local catch seafood. I enjoyed a dozen oysters, Seafood Chowder and an incredibly light and succinct Crispy Skin BC Sablefish. Service fantastic! Our server, Hunter, was very well-versed in the menu and local culture. Great local craft brew selection! Tell em' BaddBob sent you!! Update: I had to remove a star. When we left we went to the restroom. In the men's room, the urinal was broken and blocked off. No problem. I used a toilet. It wouldn't flush so my buddy had to use an unflushed toilet after me. My wife came out of the ladies room and said the sink was clogged and wouldn't drain. I let our server know.

Amazing dinner. We have been served by Craig before and he's a wonderful server. We splurged - it…read morebeing a special occasion - and had the 300 dollar shared meal. It was outstanding. It started with the most delicious mussels. Then on to crab legs - so many - with clarified butter. This would have been enough but we also got filet mignon, vegetables and potatoes! Everything was delicious (and there was plenty for another meal the next day!) We had an incredible evening - and we returned the next day for lunch. I have a pretty annoying allergy, but this restaurant always makes sure I'm safe. We usually get a window table which provides a breathtakingly beautiful view of Victoria's harbour.

First a shout out to a very nice local woman. We were on foot befuddled by the GPS direction. She…read moredirected us to the Blue Crab. We arrived during their Social serving, between lunch and dinner. What a beautiful restaurant with a great view. We chose to sit in the bar. Our server was knowledgeable and made great recommendations. The service was great. We had the crab cake salads which were creative and very good.

The food was very good, but even more importantly the ambience, setting, warmth, and service were…read moreall great! James was an outstanding server. We'll be back.

A true restaurant from the past waiters with white napkins over their wrists great menu very…read moretraditionally made food. Ambiance is great. There are great price points for their food.

We had dinner here twice and breakfast once. We dined as a pair, a 4 top, and also a 6 top…read more In all cases I'd say that service was a tad slow but overall fine. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you need a "quick bite" or have fussy kids who will become impatient. But, if you're ok to sit and enjoy a bit you will find the service fine. As a vegetarian, I was delighted that there were ample options for me to choose from without modifications necessary. This didn't stop me from ordering the delicious cavatelli with pesto and goat cheese for two nights in a row, but I loved having options! While dining with a larger group, the person who had the chicken and the person who had the short rib, both agreed their dishes were possibly the best preparation they'd ever had. The one complaint was that some in our group felt their dish was over salted. After enjoying the pastries at duo earlier in the day, I knew dessert was going to be worth it. We ordered the earl grey bar, the apple cake, and several other little bites. All were delighted with their selection. These desserts are on the smaller side (maybe about 4-5 bites each) so I do not recommend sharing. At breakfast, I had the avocado toast which was likewise delicious. They kept the coffee hot. Aura consistently exceeded my expectations.

We visited the Aura Waterfront Restaurant in Victoria, BC, during our vacation, eager for what the…read morehype promised--a nice waterfront dining experience. Big mistake. Right at the door, they told us we'd be "needing to wait." We waited over 30 minutes before finally being seated. Once seated, another 20 minutes passed with no water and no acknowledgment from staff. It felt like we'd been placed in the restaurant's awkward introvert corner. Finally, a disrespectful waitress acknowledged us, took our drink orders, and then we waited another 20-30 minutes just for a simple glass of milk for our 10-year-old. By then, the kid was already eyeing the exit. Our waitress approached with the warmth and enthusiasm of a DMV employee on a Monday morning. Her attitude was dismissive and condescending from the start--acting like our presence was an imposition on her perfect day. We ordered: my partner chose the Wild Mushroom Agnolotti, I went for the Aura 6 oz Beef Striploin and a Margherita, and our child ordered a cheeseburger. Thirty minutes later, with our hungry and restless child losing patience, I politely asked for an update. The waitress responded with a condescending tone, "This isn't a fast food joint." I immediately asked to speak to the manager, who, to their credit, handled it professionally and did their best to de-escalate. The food finally arrived--and surprisingly, it was really good. The steak was solid, the agnolotti hit the mark, the burger kept the kid happy, and the Margherita was decent. After that, we had minimal interaction with our server, which honestly was a relief. The food was the bright spot amid an otherwise miserable experience. The slow, disorganized service, her snarky attitude, and the feeling that we were treated like second-class citizens the moment we arrived with a child left a terrible taste that no steak could remove. The high prices only made the disappointment sting more. I will never recommend Aura Waterfront to anyone visiting Victoria, BC. If you're traveling with kids, especially, steer clear--you'll be treated as an inconvenience rather than a valued guest. Save your money and sanity for somewhere that actually appreciates your business.

Dinner with friends and 2 breakfasts over 2 days. Two of us had the seafood pasta with cream sauce…read more It could have used a bit more garlic and perhaps a bit more seafood but it was very tasty. This is a great place to eat late because they are open until 10PM. Service was good and we enjoyed eating out outside. Breakfasts are very large. I ordered the deluxe poutine and could only eat about half of it. We have eaten here on previous trips and the food and service are consistent.

After being taken on a rickshaw ride our driver suggested Belleville's for good food. This was a…read moregreat little spot along the waterfront close to the Empress and the Parliament building. I believe it's attached to the Days Inn hotel (‍). We sat outside, the weather was so nice , our waitress was amazing (09/04/25), she made great suggestions and put up with my husbands humor as well as my friends husband Our food was great I ordered the poutine (so good ), my best friend got the Parm Flatbread, her hubby got Pork Schnitzel & Mash and my hubby got sliders. All our food was delicious We all drank water but I'd never tried a wheat beer so the waitress brought me a taste of it, definitely gonna have to try another one someday. This was a great place to have lunch!

We dropped in for happy hour but missed it. Oh well. Still had a fabulous oyster platter, a duck…read moretrio, bouillabaisse, black cod and a few cocktails. The food was solid! The portions were really made for one maybe two if you order multiple items but the food was delicious. Service was very nice and attentive, you wanted for nothing. Kudos

Very cute and small restaurant. My husband got oysters and beer. He was please with them and liked…read moreit here. I had only water because I'm full from dinner. Dessert is on its way and I'm sure it's delish! Service is good !!

Pros: great outdoor deck right on the water and decent food. Close to Hotel Grand Pacific &…read moreFairmont Empress. Cons: some of their seafood (lobster, crabs, etc.) aren't local, even if it says. Clams are from a nearby island, though. Ask if each item is local. Skip the root beer - it's weird. And the lemonade. Cowichan Valley apple, pear, and Gorgonzola pizza is interesting. Great crust, but the Gorgonzola's in the cheese, so that's kind of weird. Steak is average. Clams are the way to go and come with a delicious seafood broth. Bang Bang chicken bowl was huge and decently tasty. Overall not a terrible place for lunch or dinner, but there are better options.

The food was OK. I think it sounded better than it was. I was lacking a little bit of flavor, but…read morethe view is amazing and it was not busy so we were able to get in without a reservation and our service was very quick and responsive so if you're looking for a place to maybe have a quick bite and a cocktail with an amazing view, this is definitely a great place to go.