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.

Loved the Zombie last time I was in, a bit pricey but ambiance was worth it. Hope to come back…read moreagain. Any happy hour specials??

TL;DR: Yes, it's a tiki bar. That's about as far as it goes…read more Drinks: Coming from someone with a rum shelf and a closet of tiki mugs, this was thin. Very limited rum selection, nothing distinctive. The menu reads like flashcards: Trade Winds, Trader Vic's Grog, Saturn. Correct, competent. Vibe: The ambiance is fun and well done. It checks the boxes, but it doesn't push past them. What could be better: Depth. The rum program feels bare, and there's no sense of curiosity. Bottom line: If you don't know tiki, you'll probably have a good time. If you do, have a daiquiri and move on. My review matches what the locals say - Yup, it's a tiki bar.

We visited Artemis last weekend (8/16) and loved the whole vibe. There was plenty of comfortable…read moreseating, they had an awesome whiskey selection and the pricing was legit. The service was outstanding, the owners were really cool and we will definitely go back the next time we are in Victoria!

Great cocktails. Lovely place Great ambiance They take care of every detail. If you pull the…read moreright book out , that is!!

We stopped in for a drink while exploring the city. I was impressed by the building interior and…read morethe beautiful holiday decorations they had up. It was such an inviting space. We sat at the bar but there is a lot of seating throughout: high tables, low tops, booths, and some private nooks towards the back. They had live music that was really good! We had drinks (lots of beers on tap and a full bar) and the hummus. They had a happy hour menu. The hummus was really tasty and a large portion. We had great service at the bar, friendly and attentive.

We stopped here for an appetizer and a cocktail before continuing on our way while we are walking…read morearound Victoria. The restaurant itself is beautiful the inside and original decor is quite exquisite as it used to be a bank. The food was OK. I felt like it was overpriced for portion served and lacked a little bit of flair for something that is normally smaller portions. The oysters were good and a cocktail was decent, but since we weren't super impressed with the other appetizer, we decided not to have dinner there. The service was OK, but they were very busy so we had to go up and get our check when it was time to leave.

Worst place ever. The service is deplorable and the food is questionable. Last time I went there…read morethere was mouse feces on the plate. When I complained they argued Never setting foot in that rat infested sorry excuse for a restaurant ever again.

This place is the worst The drinks are Uber expensive and the food is 2nd rate at best.read more

One of the best poutines I've ever had. The beef gravy was delicious! So much flavor with great…read morespices. The fries were very crispy and held up well to the gravy. Curds were perfectly squishy. A+

We didn't know this pub was right next to our hotel. The ambience was pretty good. It's suitable…read morefor hangouts, game night or Happy Hour. Room service is also provided for guests at Marriott. We ordered the following : 2 of 6 oz red wine ($14), Crispy Dry Ribs ( Happy Hour price $11), Chicken Wings ($18), Chicken Quesadillas ( Happy Hour price $11) and Guacamole for $4. Ribs were tender and crispy. Honey garlic wings were pretty tasty. Although there were few of chicken pieces, Quesadillas were tasty too. There was Blue Jays vs Dodgers match happening last night. Majority of patrons were having fun watching the game. Trivia nights are also happening from October 20th through December 6th! I'd definitely return to this pub on my next visit!

This restaurant located inside of the Marriott is super convenient and has great service. It's a…read morebit pricey - I paid $18 for a bowl of oatmeal but it was served with dried fruit, toasted pistachios, and fresh fruit and small container of warm turmeric honey latte. My husband said his bowl of lavender yogurt with granola and fruit was also very good ($20) For dinner, my husband had the sous vide short rib and I had the prawn tagliatelle. The short rib was a pretty small portion, but he said it was very good. I really liked the pasta! For dessert we shared the apple tart tatin with ice cream. It wasn't my favorite - I think I wanted more crust and chunks of apple. We were here on a Thursday night. The live music was wonderful. The musician has a beautiful voice!!

On December 12, I went to Lure with a friend who had booked through OpenTable. I ordered a…read morenon-alcoholic beer and the red Thai chicken curry. The food did not seem fresh--the chicken was separated from the sauce, and the dish didn't taste right. I ate most of it because I was very hungry, but when I got home, I experienced stomach pain and couldn't sleep that night. It made me wonder what might have been in the curry. In addition, the service was disappointing. The waitress seemed very pushy and appeared too tired to engage or provide proper service.

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."

A great find. Don't be afraid of the sign. Drinks are fantastic and tasty. Staff are friendly…read more Cool vibe inside

This is the place to go if you enjoy fine cocktails! It's difficult not to be charmed by the warmth…read moreand cosiness of this vintage-style thanks to the well crafted decor. The Citrus & Cane experience is a perfect place for amazing cocktails, positive energy, and relaxed music. The drinks we had were exquisite.The cocktails were brilliantly crafted in every manner. Service from the mixologists and staff was excellent. They obviously know what they're doing. We will undoubtedly return. Highly advised. Thank you to Citrus & Cane's entire staff!

You don't walk into Big Bad John expecting refinement--but even by dive bar standards, this place…read morefeels less like a throwback and more like it's been left behind. There's no warmth waiting for you here. No charm to soften the edges. Just a small bar, guarded--literally--by a security presence, and a room filled with heavy, worn wooden booths that have seen better decades. Not years--decades. Look up, and you'll find the signature décor: a ceiling crowded with women's undergarments. Bras, mostly. Some scrawled with messages, others just hanging there, collecting time and dust in equal measure. The occasional pair of panties or something more adventurous makes an appearance, but the effect isn't quirky so much as... committed. Committed to a theme that's long overstayed its welcome. Dust is part of the aesthetic here, whether intentional or not. It clings to everything, including those ceiling relics, turning what might once have felt playful into something closer to a time capsule you're not sure should've been opened. And yet--there's life in the room. The ambiance, somehow, is still jovial. People are laughing, drinks are flowing, and there's a certain unspoken agreement among patrons to just go with it. The drinks are surprisingly cheap by Victoria standards, which certainly helps smooth over some of the rougher edges. And then there are the peanuts--toss the shells on the floor, no one's judging. In fact, it's encouraged. It's chaotic, a little grimy, and unapologetically itself. For me, it's a one-and-done. The kind of place you visit once, take in the spectacle, and check the box. But talk to the regulars, and you'll hear a different story. For them, this isn't a relic--it's a ritual. A place that hasn't changed, and that's exactly the point. Whether that's endearing or exhausting probably depends on how much nostalgia you're willing to drink with your beer. Cheers...

Fun dive bar. Atmosphere is great. They have a full menu able to order and can make just about…read moreany drink that you want. Free peanuts when you get there and you throw the husks on the floors. Definitely worth a stop.