During a recent stay at the Fairhaven Village Inn (adjoining) we were excited about visiting…read moreGalloway's - based on the website's photos and posted menu. The place has potential but honestly disappointed. See photo below of the Hummus Platter. Really? Next came the "Baked Brie with Figs & Cherries" - which sounded delicious. No figs in sight - yes, a ramekin of baked brie with a bit of cherry in it, but... uninspired. We also ordered the Stuffed Potobello - and left most of it on the plate. Pros? It was close to our hotel, and has charming half-moon booths. Summary? Uninspired with potential.

Been here a couple times and I can say that it is an absolute treat! Not only is the staff…read moreincredibly welcoming, the cocktails are absolutely fantastic. This is what they mean when they use the phrase, curated mixology. They have crafted libations that will suit anyone's taste, and do so with excellent presentation and quality. This is a place that you go to and feel classy immediately upon walking in. Not so in a pretentious way, but in comfortable way. Also, their food menu consist of small tapa style food; The cheese stuffed dates are enough to send you to heaven! Excellent for a date night or night out with the girls/guys.

TL;DR: A worthwhile cocktail bar with the right mood and…read moresolid execution. Setting your expectations correctly is key here. Drinks: We had four cocktails between the two of us. All were good and well made, but a couple felt slightly out of balance, keeping them from hitting the excellent tier. Service: Attentive, professional, and engaged. The bartender knew what they were doing and kept things moving smoothly. Vibe: Dark, old-school, and moody in the best way. You quickly forget you're in a hotel once inside. Comfortable and easy to settle into. What could be better: Tighter balance and consistency in the cocktails. A small refinement would make a noticeable difference here.

A cozy cocktail bar with great drinks and appetizers. The service was outstanding. We enjoyed the…read moreSpanish Croquettes with a Cottage and a Negroni.

The best bar I have ever been to in B.C. I came from Vancouver with my girls and we had the time of…read moreour life's. The owner staff and people were amazing and friendly. Felt like a giant family.They had a band that rocked the house! Definitely recommend visiting vicinity!

The Drinks are AMAZING!! You will not be disappointed in the…read moredrinks here. The food was wonderful too we got the Ouija Board charcuterie, so good. Highly recommended stopping in of you are in the area, make a reservation though, busy place.

Arcana Spirit Lounge is one of the most interesting bars I have been to in Vancouver. It is tucked…read moreaway behind a storefront that looks like a pet psychic, which makes the entrance fun and unassuming. Inside, the atmosphere is spooky and gothic with really striking decor that fits the theme perfectly. I had the warm olives along with The Temperance and The Judgement. Both cocktails were incredible and really well made. The menu is on the pricier side, but the experience and ambience feel worth it. It was pretty crowded when I went, probably because it was close to Halloween, but the service was still good and the staff were attentive. A very memorable spot for anyone who enjoys creative drinks and a dramatic atmosphere.

Got a little thirsty so decided to drop by at the lounge. I ordered the Fruit Shrub which consists…read moreof seasonal fruit, sugar, vinegar and soda. Very refreshing. Very courteous service and a lovely place to rest my feet after the museum.

We love coming here every time we come to the island. Which has been a few times a month these last…read moreseveral months! We love sitting on the couch by the fire or in the lounge by the windows overlooking the bay. I love the appetizers...especially the oysters and the lettuce wraps. They also have a couple of lively barrel aged beverages. They normally have a barrel aged Manhattan (The Manhattan project) and a barrel aged Sazerac. So good! The burger is great too. Juicy and delicious. Also the steak salad. Really good! Have a great time and tell them Tim sent ya! ;)

Just went to the bar for some drinks and listen to some live music. Had 3 different whiskey drinks…read more Bartender, wish I remembered his name, nice dude, recommended the Winters Calling. Love it. Then had a Whiskey Sour and finally The Grand Desire. Nothing came close to that Winters Calling though. Very unique drink. Also got to sit and listen to some of the most angelic voices I've heard in a long time. It was a nice, chill place where I could escape for a bit. Definite highlight on my trip from Seattle.

The Pacific Lounge is a great place to meet friends and coworkers near the heart of Victoria. The…read morelounge is replete with tons of cozy loungers and is illuminated as such that u may carry on discrete conversations while enjoying a beer or single malt. Despite the convenience of this being primarily a hotel bar, I would recommend this for locals seeking a waypoint as they make their way to the abundant local culture - be it the parliament building, bay, or BC museum.

I absolutely love this place. The service is amazing and the vibe of the room and atmosphere is…read morealso amazing. I have never had a bad experience. Always, always accommodating and the best place to hang out and relax with great music and drinks as well. I can't say which server is my favorite by the way because I love them all equally. Great place for a business or client meeting as well. It definitely impressed me!

I had come here a a few years ago with a few people. We were probably about 5 people…read more I really like the layout of the place. Very beautiful and clean. However, I wasn't a fan of the service. The staff were rude and we were forced to order an extra hookah that we didn't want (as one person wasn't gonna smoke) just because they had a rule that it was 1 hookah for every 2 people. Plus it wasn't exactly low cost either and the extra hookah we got wasn't that great.

What a gem! The last thing you would expect here: a moody, dare I say sultry, craft cocktail bar in…read moreoldtown Stanwood..?!? Wow! The drinks are superb. The garnish program is tight. Wine selection is surprisingly good. The service is friendly and efficient, and the nibbles do the job: charcuterie plate is perfect for two people, flatbreads are flavorful and finger-foody (not tedious or messy). I hope they expand upon the menu. The dim lighting, comfy seating and cool music really transport you. A great place for small parties, date night mood-setting and happy hour (starts at 3:00). Highly recommended! See you there!

We love coming here for the atmosphere, finger foods and drinks. The decor is sexy and upscale,…read morelove all the white chairs and booths. Two days after Christmas I thought this place would be packed. It's just getting busy at 4:44pm. Usually we can't get a table so we end up going somewhere else. This is a pleasant change tonight. Service is wonderful and we

Back for another visit after 11 months. Still Excellent food and service! Classy vibe and zen feel!…read more Cheers!

A self proclaimed celeb hangout…read more A modern sophisticated decor and layout. It is comfortable to dress to impress here. Waitress was cordial but nothing more than taking the order then disappeared. Burrata & beets had no beets. Instead were raspberries which is not the same. A cool spot to have a few drinks with friends.

Love this place so much! The workers are great especially Kevin!! We always have him and he's the…read morebest! The pizza is awesome and the food too! Great for watching the games they have so many tvs!!!

Great locals sports bar and place to watch sports. Sports bar interior with a big menu and lots of…read morechoices. They are known for their barbecue. Staff were friendly and helpful with food and drink selections. Local brews on tap. With barbecue their go to I ordered the St. Louis half rack with shoestring fries. Of everything that was on my plate it was the pickle that stuck out for me. Their pickles are an old recipe and even sell them by the jar. If want traveling I would have picked up a masonry jar of pickles. Overall, I enjoyed my food and time at Extreme Sports Grill. Thank you.