On the far edge of Canada--about as west as the map allows--you wouldn't expect to stumble into a…read morelove letter to the east. Yet tucked into the rhythm of downtown Victoria, a few steps from the grand columns of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, sits a deli that feels like it took a bite out of Montreal and carried it across the entire country. Broughton Street Deli doesn't pretend to reinvent anything. That's the point. It's a place that understands the quiet dignity of doing something simple--really well. The Montreal smoked meat arrives the way it should: thin-sliced, warm, and stacked with reckless generosity between bread that knows its job is simply to hold the miracle together. Each slice is tender, smoky, and rich, the kind of meat that folds onto itself like velvet. Then comes the mustard--made in-house, sharp and bright, cutting through the fat just enough to remind you why this sandwich has survived generations. Take a bite and for a second you forget you're standing on the Pacific. It's a small culinary miracle: the farthest west of Canada faithfully channeling a food tradition born nearly 4,000 kilometers away in Quebec. But the sandwich isn't the whole story. Behind the counter is a husband-and-wife team who've been running this place for nearly two decades. The kind of couple that greets regulars by name and first-timers like they've been expected all along. There's a certain immigrant grit to the place--work hard, build something honest, send the kids off to get the education you never had. The quiet, proud arc of a family business that didn't just survive but became part of the neighborhood. And they're not slowing down. You see it in the rhythm of the room. Regulars drift in for "the usual." Newcomers get a smile and a gentle nudge toward whatever the owners think you should try today. Sit long enough and the place turns into a little theatre of Victoria life. Don't skip the sweets. The cookies and butter tarts are homemade--real homemade, not the marketing department kind. And the peanut butter cookie, somehow both indulgent and gluten-free, has picked up awards that make sense the second it hits your mouth. So slow down. Grab a seat. Let the sandwich drip a little mustard on the paper. Talk to the owners. Talk to the stranger next to you. Watch the steady parade of locals who clearly know they've found something good. Because in a city surrounded by marble halls, political speeches, and the formal gravity of the legislature, sometimes the most genuine place in the neighborhood is a deli counter quietly serving one perfect sandwich at a time. CHEERS!!!

When we walked in, it was like we were being welcomed into an old friends house. Everyone was so…read morefriendly and welcoming even though we were the only people there. The setting was amazing and it seemed like we were in a fun local restraunt (which we were) The food was amazing too and I selected the avocado Benedict but with an English muffin replacing the waffle. Amazing! Favorite deli ever, no words can describe how amazing and delicious this place is.

Small and simple but food was very good and the service was great. Portions very generous and the…read morepancakes were huge. Was crazy busy when we went but food still arrived in a reasonable time.

Worst food poisoning of my life...we went for brunch, and I ordered the salmon Benny. Within half…read morean hour, it hit me. I lost 10 lbs in a week.

K... I only write reviews if businesses are just…read moreawful--or (in Mom's Cafe's case) through the roof, 5 star perfection. And it really was perfect--the food (perfectly cooked EVERYTHING) the setting but most of all our two servers who went above and beyond with their service and kindness every step of the way... EVEN when they were slammed on a Sunday morning!? Cheesus... CRUST. Thank you EVERYONE at Mom's Cafe--for making my partner and I's trip to Sooke a really memorable one... We'll be back and breakfast will be NOTHING... unless it's at Mom's !! Alex R

Classic diner that serves burgers, wraps, soup and other standard fare. We particularly enjoyed the…read morecod fish and chips, and the chainsaw burger, which was hearty and substantial. Overall, you can't go wrong with this as a comfort meal in Sooke!

the food here is of high quality and what we had was delicious. it became our go to while there,…read morefriendly (as it was everywhere) and not too expensive.

Stars are for the quality of ingredients not the portions size and value. Avoid for breakfast. Go…read morefor lunch.

I've been to Heron Rock a handful of times now over several years and it's always been such a…read morestaple brunch spot! The bennys are my fave. Today we had the smoked salmon benny half order with a fresh salad and my hubby on the Dungeness crab and prawn benny with the roasted potato's and onions. We were very pleased with both. What I love most about the Benny is their hollandaise sauce - so lemony and light and they put the perfect amount on each - ie not drenched but nicely poured. The staff is super nice and overall the place feels homey. You also aren't waiting in lines to get good brunch which is always a bonus especially coming from Vancouver where everyone and their dog is going for brunch and lining up. This spot is very unassuming and kind of hidden behind the building. Highly recommend! They also have a cute patio if you're feeling some sunshine!

Absolutely delicious food! Extensive and surprising menu with great variety, definitely check out…read moretheir happy hour deals that happen twice a day! Ambience could be improved, but there is a small patio outside. Keep in mind, small dip portions and they charge extra if you want more!

I had breakfast here with my daughter. As part of our stay, we were entitled to a free elite…read morecontinental breakfast, but chose to take the value credit to order other items instead: - Beef Hash: Good. I think it used the same sauce as the Shakshuka, so it has a bit of heat. Potatoes were still crispy. Generous portion size. My only observation was the beef was cubed, when I normally see it shredded - the use of cubes makes it feel more like leftovers. - Crepes: Very good. My daughter devoured them. She's normally a slow eater, but she ate it really quickly, which meant it was very good. Service was nice, but given how quiet it was, the food came out very slow. I would say close to 20 minutes. The restaurant has a giant window panels overlooking the golf course, which is a spectacular view on a sunny morning. It's also a nice, looking restaurant. The final bill was slightly confusing as they add a partial service charge, but it amounted to small percentage that wasn't close to a standard 15-18% tip. I think it was supposed to reflect an inclusive tip that was covered by the free breakfast voucher, but I'm not sure. Just required a little math. Overall, it was better than I had expected. Beautiful space and good food. I would return to the hotel and the restaurant.

The food and service are great and the views of the golf course make it a peaceful view and great…read moreplace to relax and have good conversations over a great meal. The daily past features were great, pesto linguine and spaghetti carbonara were amazing and a nice option from the regular menu which is consistently great . Whether you want a steak or seafood or a burger there's a good selection and the seafood chowder is a great start to any meal as a recommendation. Breakfast is also very good and lots of options. Service is always friendly and attentive.

Sat morning breakfast for the win! Had the eggs Benny, not…read moremy normal go to , delicious! Pan fried spuds , holidays and eggs perfect . Great atmosphere and top teir service ! You can tell that they care !

Wandering, looking for breakfast. As we walked toward what we thought we were going to have for…read morebreakfast, we passed the Sour Pickle. The smell of breakfast wafting from the restaurant grabbed my sniffer and led us to the front of the store to look at the menu. A Quick Look and we decided to give the pickle a go. Me and the boss decided on the Mexican omelet and a coffee. What a meal. Toast and crisp, delicious hash browns shared the plate with the main attraction, an enormous three egg omelet stuffed with peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, bacon and onions topped with cheese and salsa sauce. The boss had me finish her omelet but by God I finished all mine too.... Thankfully we had a walk back to the hotel to work some of that big breakfast off. Prices are in line with every other place here in Victoria, however this is a local, husband and wife team that make awesome food and seem genuinely happy to be serving their brand of home cooking to the people. I wouldn't hesitate to drop in again when we return and try another menu item, wish we had found you sooner!

This is always one of my favorite stops in Metchosin! I fancy My Chosen Pizza a LOT! We got three…read moreof them, including a gluten-free pie for our friend who needed that. We got a combo pizza where we split it in half to get enough various toppings to please everyone. I got a pizza with pepperoni, sausage, and jalapeño, which was delicious. I like that they use pickled jalapeños here instead of the fresh ones. They are not quite as hot, but this batch was pretty spicy. The pizza is well cooked, but also warms up well for dinner as we had enough to eat it three more times. It's a great location, right on the corner and the staff is super friendly and very helpful. It was nice to see some young people working here. They were very kind.

The food was very good the clam chowder was EXCEPTIONAL it was the best clam chowder I've ever had…read more The service was lacking but that's okay the ambience was good.