WHERE TO EAT/DRINK

Places to eat or drink grouped into types. Each category has listings from the most ‘popular’ or ‘prominent’ to lesser-known (but that doesn’t mean not as good!) places. We’ve tried to concentrate on local businesses and some outstanding establishments I’ve marked with our ‘recommended’ symbol … look for those if you’re interested in our favorites. Or … check out websites like Trip Advisor or Yelp for additional reviews.

  • Sushi

SUSHI – JAPANESE

There are actually a LOT of sushi restaurants in Victoria!  Here's a listing of some of the most popular - in alphabetical order - with links to their sites if available:  (See map below for locations) Azuma Sushi - 615 Yates St. Ebizo Japanese Restaurant - 604 Broughton St. Fujiya - 3624 Shelbourne St. Futaba

ITALIAN RESTAURANTS

There are some first-class Italian restaurants in Victoria. Here is a sampling in alphabetical order.  Click on link provided for menus and hours.  (Please check with TripAdvisor or Yelp for reviews) Cafe Brio - 944 Fort St. Fiamo - 515 Yates Il Covo Trattoria - 106 Superior St. Il Terrazzo - 555 Johnson St. La

SPORTS BARS

Here are some ideas if you'd like to watch 'the game' while having a meal or downing a few 'cold ones'.  (In alphabetical order!)  Please click on link for menu and hours.  Check Yelp or Trip Advisor for reviews! Dylan's Sports Bar & Grill - (Closed) The Games Room at the Strathcona Hotel - 919

RESTAURANTS WITH PATIOS OR OUTDOOR DINING

When the weather's nice ... there's no better place to eat than outside on a restaurants' deck or patio.  Here's some suggestions:  (Please click on individual links for hours, menu etc.)* WITH CONTINUING CASES OF COVID-19, MANY MORE RESTAURANTS HAVE OPENED UP PATIOS.  PLEASE GO TO THE INDIVIDUAL RESTAURANT (LISTED ELSEWHERE) FOR UP-TO-DATE INFO ON