Victoria Restaurants
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1. Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio
$$$ | Downtown |The critically acclaimed Aura offers inspired west coast–Asian fusion cuisine and a drop-dead gorgeous backdrop of the Inner Harbour—arguably the best in town. Think BBQ sambal skate on banana leaf or crispy pork belly with peanut and bacon crumble, and carrot truffle mouse. Dining here is also a grazing adventure of small plates, so hearty appetites may need multiple plates, which can rack up the cost. The wine cellar is full of hard-to-find Vancouver Island wines and Okanagan labels; there's also a good selection of local craft beers and spirits as well as splash cocktails. Did we mention that Aura has the city's best waterfront patio, bar none?
680 Montreal St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 1Z8, Canada250-414–6739Known For
- Waterfront patio
- Imaginative fusion cuisine
- Stylish dining room
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2. Boom + Batten
$$$ | Vic West |Located along the Songhees Westsong Walkway, adjacent to the new Victoria International Marina, the views match the food at this waterfront restaurant. Its bakery-café offers sweet and savory treats for walkers and coffee aficionados, and the restaurant menu is a combination of charcuterie boards and terrines for sharing, wood-fired-oven pizzas, raw options like scallop with pickled beet citrus vinaigrette, marinated octopus and ceviches, as well as pastas and imaginative takes on classics such as duck Bolognese. The entire space is bold and modern with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Inner Harbour from an outer harbor vantage—provided there isn't a multimillion-dollar yacht in the sightline. Late night munchies? This is the spot. Picnicking? Then order a Boom Box (for delivery or pick up) filled with culinary delights.
2 Paul Kane Pl., Victoria, British Columbia, V9A 7J8, Canada250-940–5850Known For
- Views of Inner Harbour
- Sharing plates
- Hip and happening place
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3. Brasserie L'École
$$$$ | Downtown |French country cooking shines at this informal Chinatown bistro, and the historic room—once a schoolhouse for the Chinese community—evokes a timeless brasserie, from the patina-rich fir floors to the chalkboards above the slate bar listing the day's oyster, mussel, and steak options. Owner Sean Brennan, one of the city's better-known chefs, works with local farmers and fishermen to source the best seasonal, local, and organic ingredients. The menu changes daily but lists such contemporary spins on classic bistro fare as duck confit with house-made sausage, beef bourguignon, or spring salmon with beets, shallots, and pommes rissolées. Be prepared for lines as this petite spot does not take reservations—but it's worth the wait.
1715 Government St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1Z4, Canada250-475–6260Known For
- Seasonal menus
- French-country fare
- French wine and Belgian beers
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations not accepted -
4. Café Brio
$$$$ | Downtown |This intimate yet bustling Italian villa–style room has long been a Victoria favorite, mainly because of its Mediterranean-influenced atmosphere and cuisine, which is prepared primarily with locally raised ingredients. The menu changes almost daily, but you might find local halibut paired with an anchovy bacon vinaigrette, or even an apricot dessert soup. Most dishes come in full or half sizes, which are ideal for smaller appetites or for those who want to sample the menu more widely. Virtually everything, including the bread, most pastas, charcuterie, and desserts, is made in-house. The 400-label wine list has a top selection of BC choices.
944 Fort St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 3K2, Canada250-383–0009Known For
- House-made charcuterie
- 400-label wine list
- Seasonal dishes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch. Closed Sun.–Tues. and two weeks in Jan. -
5. Il Covo Trattoria
$$$ | James Bay |The warmth of Italy surrounds you at this family-run trattoria near Fisherman's Wharf. The owner hails from Genoa so much of the menu features cuisine from that region as well as daily specials from other parts of the country. Traditional favorites include carpaccio, polpette in agrodolce (tender beef meatballs with a savory sweet and sour sauce of caramelized onions, dried cranberries and green olives, and toasted almonds), spaghetti allo scoglio (a seafood medley in a wine and marinara sauce), and gnocchi in various incarnations. The heritage building adds to the inviting ambience, as does the delightful patio rock garden where you can dine alfresco and from where the kitchen gets its herbs and edible flowers. Classic desserts like tiramisu and panna cotta also make their mark. Families will appreciate the menu for children.
106 Superior St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 1T1, Canada250-380–0088Known For
- Authentic Italian cuisine
- Welcoming atmosphere
- Patio garden
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch -
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6. OLO Restaurant
$$$ | Downtown |Victoria's foodies rave about this small Chinatown bistro that serves up some of the city's most innovative fare, simply yet superbly. Many items like the smoked salmon and pasta are crafted in-house, and the locally sourced menu changes often, often with a French flair. The tasting menus (C$68–C$78) are superb examples of Olo's creativity: starters might include lamb tartare, grass-fed beef carpaccio, or perhaps pea soup with cauliflower and an "egg" made from cheddar and carrot. Main tasters could be short-rib steak done "French-rare," from a local organic farm, or miso-sake lingcod. And the different pavlovas are to die for. The high-arched windows, brick walls, and sparse decor make the room feel airy yet warm, an ambience that emphasizes the restaurant's passionate foodie ethos.
509 Fisgard St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1R3, Canada250-590–8795Known For
- Grass-fed beef
- Unusual pavlovas
- Tasting menus
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
7. Red Fish Blue Fish
$$ | Downtown |If you like your fish both yummy and ecologically friendly, look no further than this former shipping container on the pier at the foot of Broughton Street. From the soil-topped roof and biodegradable packaging to the sustainably harvested local seafood, this waterfront takeout shop minimizes its ecological footprint. The chef offers a choice of local wild salmon, tuna, and oysters from the barbecue. Portuguese buns are baked daily for the seafood sandwiches, fish tacos come in grilled tortilla cones, and even plain old fish-and-chips are taken up a notch with a choice of wild salmon, halibut, or cod in tempura batter with hand-cut fries. And don't knock the "frikle" (battered pickle) 'til you've tried it. Be prepared for long lineups on sunny days and for variable closures during wet and cooler months.
1006 Wharf St., Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1T4, Canada250-298–6877Known For
- Jerk fish poutine
- Barbecued oysters
- Top-notch fish-and-chips
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner. Closed Nov.–mid-Feb., Reservations not accepted
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