We had only a few hours to tour the city and grab a bite during our port stop in fair Victoria. The…read moreline was dauntingly long, but it moved relatively quickly (really, there are menus posted while you wait, so you should be ready to go when you reach the order window, but my American is showing). Put simply, this is among the best fish and chips I've ever had. I got the one piece halibut and the bisque. The bisque has a chipotle coconut base, and it's unique and delicious. The fish was fried to perfection, and the halibut inside was a steamy triumph. I added some chipotle lime mayo for the chips. The tartar was lemony and crisp. Chips had that perfect crunchy outer shell with the pillowy potato innards. Cooked to perfection fish and chips while you watch the takeoff and landing of seaplanes. O Canada!

Things were fine but nothing to write about. The coleslaw…read morewas not coleslaw, it was cabbage but had almost nothing else. The fries were okay but not crispy enough. The fish was the best part but lacked something. Service was friendly and not too long of a wait once you ordered, but I didn't think it was worth the line up wait.

Wow, this restaurant is consistently excellent in service and food, but I keep returning for the…read morefabulous ambiance in the glassed patio. The plants and lighting create a beautiful, romantic atmosphere and the tables are optimized for privacy and long conversations. I appreciate the vegan offerings, and my husband appreciates all the delicious options for dinner. Get a reservation--this place is hopping even in the fall/winter months. Bravo to this stunning restaurant and staff!

This place was hopping! The wait staff buzzing around each other in perfect harmony! I had the…read morecarbonara AMAZING! I ate the whole thing!!. Drinks perfectly made by the most professional amazing ALERIA! Brilliant, 10 stars to her for making our experience memorable and unforgettable. Her Attention to detail spot on! She was born for magnificence in no less of a top notch restaurant- Atmosphere oh so old country perfection- one would swear they were in Taormina A memorable evening- all the very best to il terrazzo

The service was exceptional, and every bite and sip felt like a little piece of heaven. After…read morenearly every dish, we found ourselves looking at each other saying, "Wow... oh my God, that's amazing." The pork belly bao is generously sized and easily shareable. The bun was incredibly fresh, light, and pillowy, while the pork belly was melt-in-your-mouth tender with the perfect balance of richness and tang from the kimchi. The pickled vegetables added a bright crunch that tasted incredibly fresh. We started with the salmon tartare, and it was phenomenal! Rich, buttery, bursting with flavor, and so good we were literally fighting over the last bite. And the scallop? Order one for each person. Seriously. It's far too delicious to share. It had just the right amount of heat, leaving the perfect lingering warmth that immediately made us want another. Do yourself a favor and give yourself enough time to work your way through the menu, because every dish we tried was outstanding. Each plate was thoughtfully curated, beautifully executed, and cooked to perfection. I like to call it the C³ trifecta: curated, created, and cooked. Without question, this is some of the best food we've had in a very long time. We can't wait to come back (when visiting) and continue eating our way through the rest of the menu.

Drove down from courtenay to meet with a friend to go to the…read moreCity & Colour show and she suggested the Block as she had been before. Ambiance was great - super warm and welcoming which was magnified by the host. Super lovely. Then the wait staff. Whoever is hiring/training is doing a great job! Not drinking right now but the cocktail menu was super tempting. Every menu item sounded great. We got some help on ordering from our servers and Tanya picked ones she had enjoyed before. We also sat right beside the pick up window so it was fun seeing food come out! The food was fantastic. See pictures for what we ordered. Not sure if I can remember the names of everything but it was a perfect combo!!

My wife and I agree that our chicken wonton soup here was the best either of us have ever had! The…read morewontons were hand prepared and tasted absolutely delicious! Fan Tan Alley is literally across the street and the ambiance of this restaurant was authentically Chinese. Our waitress spoke perfect English and Chinese and was fantastic!

We tried Little Yunnan Restaurant in Chinatown, Victoria BC. Yunnan is a Provence in Southwest…read moreChina; their rice noodles are round, thick, and slightly slippery. The interior of the restaurant was quaint. The service was minimal. We tried their specialty beef rice noodles called "Beef Crossing The Bridge" - which was served deconstructed: bowl of broth, bowl of noodles, 11 toopings/ingredients (e.g. bean curd, broccoli, a quail egg, carrots, wood ear mushrooms, bamboo shoots), raw beef, and cooked beef. We also tried an order of pork belly and rice, won ton soup, and pan-fried dumplings. The beef rice noodle dish was bland - broth was lacking flavor and depth but the noodles had a nice, smooth texture. The pork belly dish had tender pieces of pork belly but the dish itself lacked in flavor. The won ton and dumplings were decent but nothing special.

A must go to for great food... Our server was great and the food was stellar... Local beer to wash…read moreit all down. We had the fish and chips.... Really tasty...

Best fish & chips I'be had outside of London. Bible…read more We had multiple lunch options, but this was at the top of our list. I loved the vibe as soon as we walked in. We opted to sit outside since it was such a beautiful day. The sun was out in full swing. So much so we had to ask our server to open the brella to block the light hitting my back. As we knew we were about to get a ton of food, we opted out of the apps. A great call because that piece of fish was enormous. It was perfectly crispy on the outside. That fish was thicc.

Everything was really good with some exceptional dishes. The smoked sablefish was truly well done…read more Dessert featured a very smooth and tasty hazelnut mousse, and had the best little cakes (they would be addictive if you could take them home). Pacing for the 5 courses was also nice. Not the most extensive drinks menu, but what was on offer was good. Service was also excellent. Would absolutely recommend.

Located in the lovely area of Chinatown in Victoria, British Columbia, I had a very interesting…read moretime at this restaurant. They're recognized as one of Canada's Best New Restaurants and discoveries so we decided to come here for one of my birthday celebratory dinners. While I do enjoy eating and sometimes trying new foods, I won't say that I'm an expert judge. I definitely don't have the most refined palate as some of you Yelpies do! :D So many dishes came out, many with ingredients I couldn't even begin to pronounce, that I definitely lost track of what I was eating. Canada ingredients are very nice and fresh though, I definitely tasted so many things in so many different ways. I can't honestly say I liked every single thing, but I enjoyed around 85% of it. The best part was when they came out with my dessert and handed me the BIGGEST knife to cut the smallest birthday dessert with. I loved that, I was dying of laughter and the ladies in the table behind me were so curious. The staff were so kind and present, making our experience very special. I definitely recommend them!

Fathom has been on my list for awhile now and I finally got to give it a try! Food is amazing! We…read moretried the calamari, seafood pasta, and the chicken. Seafood pasta doesn't come with mussels like it does at most of the other places in the same area but it was still good! Service was great we had Martin who was a beauty! Restaurant is located in the Hotel Grand Pacific and therefore is very nice inside. It has a sunroom at the front with tons of windows and fire pits inside which looks pretty nice! Something to note is some of the tables have couches as seats which is interesting and makes it a bit hard to eat at but wasn't a big deal for us. Definitely give it a try if you're in the mood for a heavy seafood menu!

WAY convenient if staying at the Hotel Grand Pacific. Beautiful indoor & outdoor seating (try and…read moresit on the heated outdoor patio). Came here for breakfast x2 and dinner. Breakfast was good - yoghurts, continental style, etc. Recommend the pancakes (3 cakes) so you can try Alberta maple syrup. Dinner was a leisurely-paced (2hr) affair. Waiter was outstanding. Started with the Mezze platter with hummus. Unfortunately the hummus lacked flavor. The "short rib" wasn't a typical short rib. It was sous vide at 65 Celsius (~150 F) for a nice medium steak. A bit fatty but good overall. Ended with a chocolate torte, which was fantastic. Definitely come, if a bit pricey.

Wow. Amazing. We were on a romantic getaway to Victoria this summer and decided to stop by Bodega…read morefor lunch. We got there when it opened and the few people working that day just made the experience one to remember. Sat at the bar and had a few spectacular cocktails while sampling many meats and cheeses on their charcuterie board. Bread was perfect... ordered a refill. Everything we tried was perfect so I need to go back and try the rest of the menu. Best meal of our trip to BC.

10000/10! First bite in Victoria, BC. Absolutely amazing experience. Wonderful service and even…read morebetter food. My favorite dishes are the steamed clams and garlic shrimps.

There is a reason why this place is a Victoria institution - it is well deserved. The ambiance,…read moreservice and food are all top notch. It's busy so come early or expect to wait. They are very efficient though. Love the free focaccia - rare these days to not have to pay for bread. I think their pasta is better in some ways than the other Italian institution nearby - they are just different and good in their own way. Oh the bottomless soup lunch is amazing.

Busy and popular place. That being said you get seated pretty fast. The line queues up on the…read moresidewalk and they bring in whoever is next for the table size they have available. We waited only 15-20 minutes on a Sunday evening. Food is solid. Focaccia was good. They have a "build your fish" option - select the fish, select the sauce, select extra sides (for a fee). Butters parmesan fettuccini is included. The wine is all on tap and not very good. Recommend skipping that and getting a cocktail. It's packed pretty tight with tables. Initially I thought our corner tale by the window was not good but I think it was better than being out on the main floor where it was crowded.

I had a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious, especially the sushi, which was…read morefresh and beautifully prepared. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was cozy and enjoyable. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Victoria. I would definitely come back

We had a great experience overall! The service was incredibly fast, and everyone was friendly and…read morewelcoming throughout our meal. We tried several rolls, and the Chubby Daddy was definitely the standout. It had a great balance of flavors and was easily our favorite. The Lucky Strike Roll was also very good- I think it would be a fantastic introduction to sushi for someone who's new to it or a little hesitant, since the smoked salmon flavor is approachable and familiar. The tempura avocado wasn't quite for us, as it was a bit too mushy, but that's more of a personal preference than a criticism of the dish. We also ordered another roll to share, but it wasn't particularly memorable compared to the others. Overall, the fish tasted fresh and was clearly high quality. Combined with the excellent service and a beautiful patio that's perfect for summer dining, we'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.