Fodor's Expert Review Moon Water Lodge

Step into this log-frame house near the Malahat summit, about 30 minutes north of Victoria, and you'll discover stunningly beautiful, birds-eye views over Finlayson Arm and the Gulf Islands. Open all day, the restaurant is all about local, hormone-free and organic fare alongside comfort-food favorites as well as house-made take-away treats,. Breakfast offers traditional favorites such as eggs benny; lunch selections list casual fare such as burgers, homemade soups and imaginative salads like Roast Beet Quinoa; dinner brings more contemporary meat and seafood dishes: Tuscan style pork chops, apple smoked back ribs, and a mixed seafood linguini. Many items are less that C$15, especially on the Fit & Fab health-conscious menu. The scenery is especially striking from the large outdoor deck, perched 600 feet over Saanich Inlet. If you're tempted to linger, consider staying over in one of the very comfortable rooms.