The Mint

The ground pork curry was so good! This isn't a fancy place but very tasty if you need something…read morequick and fresh.

Came here during a short stay in Victoria at a friend's recommendation. The menu was interesting. A…read morelot of cool Asian fusion options. You order at the register and the food didn't take long to be ready. You grab your own utensils and stuff. There is only counter stool seating inside. There are some bench seating on the patio. Everything we ordered was good. My friend and I shared 3 dishes and that was perfect. Would definitely come again to try more things on my next visit.

Kung Pao Tofu $18

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Caramel chicken

Block Kitchen + Bar

4.7(80 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Vegetarian friendly

Fabulous meal and cocktails.the tuna, Korean chicken and gyoza were incredible. The service was…read moreexcellent and the decor really nice

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.

From local craft beers to exotic cocktails, we have a drink for you and that special someone.

Duck Spring Rolls with Nam Jim sauce.

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Admiral Sho Cauliflower with marinated and fried cauliflower bites, General Tso sauce, sesame, chili thread.

Nubo Japanese Tapas

4.4(481 reviews)

0.1 km

Great place amazing food fantastic quality best place to eat sushi awesome…read moreStaff are great

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.

Cowboy roll for dessert: seared wagyu

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Victoria Pocha

5.0(4 reviews)

0.1 km

One of the best Korean food places in Victoria! Absolutely…read moredelicious and amazing service every time we go! Definitely recommend the soups they are all so filling and satisfying to eat We got Gamjatang for 3 people to share and it came with 3 servings of rice as well as dipping sauce! So much food we had leftovers for the next day!

Such a nice little place! I love how late they are open, we were able to get a little late night…read morebite and we were very impressed with the food! You order on an iPad at the table. Service was very quick and the servers were nice. The bulgogi was so delicious and so was the cheesecake!! Would definitely stop by again.

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Little Yunnan Restaurant

4.4(201 reviews)

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.

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Bao

4.1(175 reviews)

0.2 km

Very nice meal in Chinatown. Ordered the Pork Belly Bibimbap and was not disappointed. There so…read moremany great things from which to choose and my choice was not to disappoint. Everything from service to atmosphere was a delight.

The baos are amazing! Each bao had an elevated taste to it…read moreand made with a lot of love

Interior

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The Mint For Lunch

4.5(2 reviews)

0.0 km

Not to be confused with the Mint which is the dining room next door & down the stairs! Had their…read morebutter chicken wrap and it was amazingly tasty! This is a great place for the working crowd in downtown Victoria. Everything seemed so fresh... the pita wrap, rice, chicken & toppings. I thought it was a bit pricey for what it was however for the convenience I really can't complain. If I lived and worked in downtown Victoria I could see myself having lunch here fairly often. The establishment is clean and the preparation of the meal was quick and served hot.

Best chicken curry wrap in the city! I've gone through 5 loyalty cards its that good. On top of…read morethat they have 25% off during Rifflandia! So good.

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So fresh & yummy chicken wrap

The Urban Rebar

5.0(1 review)

Rebar looks so much better refreshed! Food was much better than before and the clean look feels so…read moremuch better! Nice to see Victoria classic thriving!

From the owner: "The Urban Rebar is where Rebar’s legendary culinary tradition meets bold, South Asian–inspired…read morefusion. Located in downtown Victoria, we offer the original Rebar menu alongside modern delicacies, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant lounge ambiance. Every dish is made with creativity, quality, and heart. We are committed to reviving Rebar’s beloved flavors while introducing fresh experiences for today’s diners. The Urban Rebar - Eat Really Well."

The Patio @the_urban_rebar

Bastion Square on Government Street, Victoria Downtown - Leading to The Urban Rebar

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Launch of Weekday Breakfast

Teriyaki & Roll

5.0(1 review)

Their chicken yakisoba is amazing. Tasty and memorable. A must try dish! The place is…read moreunremarkable in the Victoria Public Market so we almost skipped it. Glad we didn't.

Tibetan Kitchen

4.2(62 reviews)

0.4 km

I was afraid to try this as I'm interested in trying new things but it's always a risk. I had the…read moregood fortune to be on business and have my lunch expenses reimbursed, so my colleague and I decided to give it a go. Boy, were we in for a great surprise. The atmosphere is lovely, the service is excellent, and the food is amazing! Great portions, great taste. We both ordered the curried chicken lunch special, which comes with locally raised chicken(!) in a curry sauce, rice, a little side of dal, and 2 nice pieces of fried bread. We also ordered the steamed momos because I was curious to try them. They were DELICIOUS! We ordered half beef, half vegetarian. I would love to see them offer a cooking class on one of their closed days to teach people how to make delicious momos. We finished off the meal with some yummy chai teas. This may become my new favourite place downtown. The prices were quite reasonable too, especially for a full lunch with local chicken. Tashi Delek!

Clean establishment. Service was good. The host/waitress was polite and patient. She answered our…read morequestions with clarity. Food was ok. Maybe it is because of the cuisine, but the food was dull. Not much flavour. If you are hungry, one main dish will not be sufficient. We were a party of six, ordered different dishes. The curries were served in a small bowl does not have much meat in it. The best curry was prawn curry in terms of the amount of protein in it. I had a handmade pulled flat noodle soup. I did not like it.

Momo, Gyathuk

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Becki S.

9 years ago

I didn't eat here, but I got way too drunk the other night when I was out drinking with my sister, and I somehow got completely separated from her. I'm not from Victoria and was completely lost. I sat down to bawl my eyes out somewhere, and Alex the bartender found me and brought me inside while they cleaned up for the night. They got me some water and got me in contact with my sister, and then Alex insisted on staying with me until my sister found me safe. I probably was a horrible embarrassing mess and I just really appreciate the kindness and hospitality they showed me that night. Thanks so much Alex! read more

Gina

7 months ago

I was assaulted as a young child by 2 of my uncles and my father. The fact that you let men into the women's bathroom doesn't sit well with me. It's for nothing to do with being "Woke". I should be able to enjoy some modicum of privacy in the bathroom I'm NOT going to keep my mouth shut about this and for you to kick me out based on my opinion shows a lack of respect for women and victims of sexual assault I'm never setting foot in your place again. Thanks for the service you gave me over the years but I'm done I want a refund on everything I've ever spent over the last 12 years read more

Kelly D.

12 years ago

If you haven't visited The Mint you are missing out. We've visited the restaurant a number of times and I can honestly say they have the best Lamb Curry I've ever tasted. It is a unique and interesting atmosphere, check out the sparkly stair when you are entering. An attention to detail is evident in the food, the decor and even the way in which they server the food and the materials they use. Check out it out for dinner or a late night snack when you are downtown. read more

Aaron M.

8 years ago

this place is a joke right? It feels like someone just set up some kegs in there basement and had some friends sloppily pour food and warm up pre-made curry sauces to through on soggy foods read more

Victor P.

14 years ago

The worst spaghetti i've ever had!! The thunder vomit. Pizza is smaller than your penis. 3 bites finishes the pizza. And the butter chicken curry taste like Indian Army bunker food. read more

Positive P.

11 years ago

Love they are open late. Love the dark atmosphere and the tables so close. Warm and easy to enjoy. Great food last time I was there.

Bradley H.

15 years ago

Fantastic value. Great food and ambiance. Lamb curry and butter chicken are amazing. Mojitos are the best in town. read more

Kateryna S.

5 years ago

Our food was not good and the ladies washroom is what horror stories are made of.

Marie W.

11 years ago

This is a great restaurant food is good and so is the service. love it here.

Charlene D.

140

11 years ago

Red Stripe Beer served by great Bartenders.

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