The Irish Times is such a fantastic find in a lovely part of town. We spent a great evening sitting out 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! read more

Irish Times Pub - Fish and Chips - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Try the trio.... All the food is very good. Good selection of beers (though stouts too cold). Great whiskey list though out of my top three picks. Beautiful atmosphere, quick service. read more

Outstanding service, drinks, tvs with tonight's hockey game, atmosphere, and delicious food. Our server was especially fun and walked us through the Ripple effect to add an image to our Guinness. We chose to drink our boat logo--check it out. What a cool thing that we didn't realize we wanted. So glad we tried it. read more

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We came here for drinks on a summer evening in June. There was no wait to sit at the bar. It was our last stop before heading back to the cruise ship to return to port and end our vacation the next day. My spouse who has been to Ireland three times said it was very spot on in regards to looking like an authentic Irish pub. The staff were super friendly. I enjoyed a Harp Beer on tap. My spouse had Jamison of course. read more

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Excellent food and atmosphere for a Friday night or any night. Our "go-to" pub in Victoria read more

Irish Times Pub - Classic Fish and chips - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

I love a classic Irish pub. It was the last day of our trip, so i had to stopped in for some Guinness and a nice breakfast! I was not disappointed, so tasty! read more

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Great authentic Irish fair. Got the happy hour trio, which was Irish stew, shepherds pie, and fish and chips. Also got some poutine nothing disappointed food was amazing seasoning was on point. got a black and tan which I haven't had in a long time, and it was very enjoyable. Amazing ambience in the building reminiscence of any Irish pub you could've been in and the service was great. Nothing left to be desired. read more

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What's not to love about the pub? The food was great, the service prompt, and the beer variety extensive. read more

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It's a great spot if Garricks Head is too packed or loud. The bar staff are super quick, so you won't be waiting ages for drinks. Plus, they have live music, which makes it a much more fun place to hang out. read more

The service was excellent and probably not easy on the servers because we dined upstairs. The food was good, but not great. None of our entrees blew us away. I probably enjoyed the chowder the most even though it looks mediocre. It was a perfect balance of soup and chowder. Not too heavy but creamier and hartier than chicken soup. I liked the spicy chicken sandwich. It had the right amount of spice but the fried chicken itself was very very chewy. Maybe it sat for too long?! Overall it was still decent. read more

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We were in town for the day and decided to give this place a try for dinner. I had the spicy fried chicken sandwich and my husband had the fried cod and we both liked our entrees - the pieces of cod were huge! The waitresses were very kind and checked on us multiple times. Definitely a cute local place with good food. read more

Irish Times Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

I happened to overhear from a passing tour guide that the Irish Times Pub was once a bank, which would explain the grandeur of its exterior and interior. But what he failed to mention is that their service, food and drinks are similarly lavish, extravagant, and worth investing your money in. I truly struggled with the dilemma of ordering either the shepherd's pie, or the bangers and mash, eventually choosing to go with the former, as it is one of my all-time favorite dishes, and based on how fantastic it was, I know would not have been disappointed in the latter, either. A thick, warm, fluffy layer of mashed potatoes over seasoned beef and veggies, with a thick crust of melted cheese on top; it's like a creme brulée for people with savory, sanguine palates, or who hate sugar (like me)! Couple that with an Irish Old Fashioned, and you have made me one happy boy! For a few moments, I was able to forget the impending sorrow of having to leave Victoria on the ferry in a few hours. My wife, who had enjoyed a larger brunch than mine, supped on a cup of their fantastic crab bisque: a surprising find on the menu of an Irish pub, in our opinion, but well-received - it had a savory twang to it I could not identify, but gave it a unique quality that we appreciated, and will not soon forget. I didn't get the best look around the interior, as it was nearly full, and we had a stroller with us, so outside seating was our only option. That said, service was prompt, friendly and efficient, and everything arrived sooner that we expected it to, even out on the patio. Every aspect of our visit was top notch, proving that it's not just the luck of the Irish that makes this pub a world-class establishment, and a four-leaf clover in Victoria's hat! Sláinte! read more

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The food was really good. Especially the yam fries. Our server was top notch. The place had a fun vibe. Bummed we missed the live music.

We visited for Irish music and the band did not disappoint. The seating was problematic for me as I cannot sit on a high bar chair. Most of the seats are high chairs and the few low chairs don't break very often. My boyfriend was going to borrow a little chair to put me in at the bar but the people at the table with the extra chairs invited us to sit with them. You can't count on that though - so if you have a disability and can only sit in a regular chair, you might be disappointed here. The beer is great - I love the Harp lager- and the food looked fantastic, especially the fish and chips. Service is friendly and very good especially considering how busy this place is. read more

Came here 2 times, one for drinks one for dinner, we love the inner decor that gives off a vintage vibe, (it used to be a bank), the chandeliers were beautiful. Another time we had to sit outside, since we have dogs and there were no heat lamp, was too cold at night but nevertheless the service was still decent. read more

Outstanding Restaurant, the service and food were outstanding! I had the Trio of Cod Fillet, Irish Stew, and Shepherds pie! My wife and I differed in our favorite! She loved the Stew, and I loved the Shepherds pie! The Cod was just fine! The reason I rated this restaurant a 5 star was because of the service! Our Waitperson was the best! She recommended the perfect meals and was a total delight to interact with! You definitely should try this restaurant!. The ambiance was outstanding as well! This restaurant has a sister restaurant just down the street and we went there as well and got the same outstanding service! Bring your appetite because the portions are hearty! read more

We had a fantastic experience at Irish Times. Great live band and food was outstanding. Loved the Irish Coffees, Fish Tacos were the bomb and Shepherds Pie for meal. Highly recommend Irish Times!! read more

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Our afternoon go to. Been here multiple days on our trip. The atmosphere, music, and staff have been amazing. read more

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Great food, great service!! Highly recommend swinging in for an Irish meal and Guinness!! read more

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Wonderful food! Service was incredible both times we went and atmosphere is very authentic with a Victoria twist. Happy hour is great, tvs for sports if that's your thing and music in the evenings all week long. read more

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The Irish stew was incredible! The servers were excellent with service! Drinks were Irish! So awesome. Wife was able to have local IPAs and loved everyone. The kicker was the band black angus. They were great and inspired us to stay for a couple more rounds. Thank you for great night. read more

Loved the Irish Times! We had shepherds pie and stayed for happy hour. Wonderful hospitality and even got our picture on a pint of Guinness!!! read more

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We tried some classic poutine for the first time! It was really good I do recommend. We got it to go because I had my son with me. It was late and they legally couldn't have him in the pub, which I totally understood. They were very accommodating getting it for us to go since it was too late for him !! We ate outside with the beautiful surrounding Victoria offers! Thank you for our first Canadian poutine! read more

Irish Times Pub - Poutine outside this beautiful establishment! - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Lovely big Irish pub in Victoria. If you're in the mood for a pint and in the neighborhood, don't hesitate.

Jenna took amazing care of us. We enjoyed the beverages, live music and overall vibe of the restaurant - it has a LOT of character read more

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So we decided to go to the pub for dinner. We got our table and greeted by Megan (Boyle) she was amazing and the Irish Stew we all had was amazing. Also the drinks were great. read more

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While the snapper itself wasn't spectacular, the combination made it very good. The asperagus was one of the best I've tasted and the sauce which I asked for on the side because I typically like it on the light side was also fantastic. Full recommendation to come here. I don't drink so, I can't comment on that side of things. read more

Irish Times Pub - West Coast Snapper - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

This place hits if you've got a hankering for Irish food and even if you don't. I ordered the Irish Stew. A classic comfort food dish that was so satisfying and just the right amount. The soda bread that comes as a side is the perfect accompaniment. My hubs got the chicken pot pie with a flakey puff pastry on top and it had such a full-bodied flavor with shredded chicken. Perfectly well-balanced dish. Our last dish was the Hot Turkey sammie which looked so good and was another comfort food dish. My daughter loved it. Our one minor complaint was that service. While super friendly, they weren't very attentive. We had to ask for water refills several times. Other than that, it was a solid experience and a place I would highly recommend! read more

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Really cool atmosphere inside. Just went for a mid day snack but they had the best onion rings and the wife wanted and enjoyed the authentic poutine. Staff was very friendly, and bonus the US dollar is better than the Canadian . read more

We were first timers to BC, so we decided to go on foot when departing the ferry. The whole experience in the immediate area around Parliament was nothing short of beautiful! So when we finally decided upon a place to eat, this pub came up on our phones as a great place to eat. The historic building was stunning, inside and out and the food matched! The service was great and our server took extra time to show us a few places to go around the area that she really liked! The drinks, food, venue and service made our experience in BC that much more memorable! read more

I had an amazing time with my friends and the live music was fire. If you wanna have a good time with drinks and live music I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Great Irish pub in Victoria. Proper Guinness on tap and lots of Irish fare on the menu. We opted for other choices. My wife had a great spicy chicken sandwich with the best side salad ever. Usually, simply lettuce with very few toppings, but it was a full salad with all the toppings. I wanted some Canadian pouting, so I got the bacon and brie burger with fries upgraded to poutine. WOW, there is something special about their gravy, it was so good! read more

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Everything here is awesome! Loved the Purple Gin and tonic. Simply amazing and beautiful. Had it all over Canada but this was by far the best. Cannot wait to go back!!! read more

What a charming place to grab lunch! The hostess, Valerie was an angel! My mom wasn't feeling well and Valerie promptly got us a table by the door so she could sit down quickly. She was super sweet and attentive! Our sweet server Kaitlyn was lovely as well! She checked on us multiple times and the service she provided was great. We loved the food - poutine, clam chowder and shepherds pie on a rainy day. This was a great spot to stop by! read more

Irish Times Pub - Poutine, loaded shepherds pie and clam chowder - Irish Pub Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Great atmosphere for Friday evening. We sat upstairs and there's live music after 5pm on Fridays. Great server. The sandwich was good and the yam fries were awesome. Glad we opted for a 9oz Guinness. Boyfriend enjoyed the Shepards pie however most Americans I think are used to more of a pie consistency and this is more soup. Which who knows, that might be true Shepards pie versus the crust based one I've had many times. read more

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We love this place and try to eat here every time we visit Victoria. My recommendation is to get a reservation as it can be a busy place. Everyone in my party is always happy with their food. The Irish stew was really good. Staff was super friendly. Service is great. The decor of the place is great. Prices are about what you would expect to pay. Would I go back? Absolutely! read more

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loved the atmosphere! The waitress was super kind and accommodating and super friendly. The food was amazing. I would definitely recommend if you're in the area and they allow kids which a couple pubs across the way and nearby. Don't allow minors in so if you have young children, this is a great stop for you. read more

We were in Victoria for a quick couple day visit and stopped into Irish Times Pub. This place is awesome and has such a great ambience. It's a true traditional Irish pub feel, buzzing with music, loud chatter and warm appeal. They have a large bar and seating area on two floors. Whether you stop in for a pint or decide to have a meal, you will leave happy and glad you stopped in. We had dinner the night we visited. The fish and chips were were fantastic. Definitely, some of the best I have ever had. My wife has the Irish Stew, which was a huge serving and had amazing flavors. Our Food Server checked on us often and did a good job. We agreed we intend to return during our next visit. Well worth it and a great experience! read more

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Super busy place and we know why! The food and service are both spectacular! I ordered the poutine with a veggie burger as my protein, it was heavenly! Mr. Wonderful had their burger and was quite happy with it. This place was truly a great find; Happy customers, delicious food, stellar service, lively location = a terrific time had by so many of us in their outside dining area. We will for certain return! read more

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Really cute Irish pub that we actually went to a couple times, since the vibes were great! The single food item (curly fries) we did get it was pretty good and I have no doubt that the other food pretty decent based on the glances I stole of other people's food. They have live music every night and the artists are really good! And thankfully the music isn't obnoxiously loud. Would definitely return here and recommend to everyone on their trip to Victoria! read more

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