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.

COFFEE!

Victoria has many great local coffee shops - some that even roast their own beans! If you're a real coffee lover (I am!) I highly suggest you try some of them first! Here is a list - in alphabetical order (This list is NOT comprehensive ... many more coffee shops ... almost overwhelming!) Also check

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AFTERNOON TEA

It's often said that Victoria is more British than Canadian. With this strong sense of British Heritage, it's no wonder that one of the most favorite activities in Victoria is to partake of afternoon 'High Tea'. There are a number of places that offer this genteel meal ... here are some suggestions: The Butchart Gardens

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COCKTAILS IN VICTORIA

Cocktails ... from Martini's to Manhattens ... we've got some superior 'Mix-ologists' here in Victoria! Here's a sampling of places that just might 'wow' you! Listed in alphabetical order. Click on each link for hours, menus etc. Cenote Restaurant & Lounge Where: 786 Yates St. Victoria, BC Ph# (778) 433-4848 Clarke & Co. Where: 1002,

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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

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INDIAN – AFRICAN FOOD

Have a taste for curry? Need a naan-bread fix? Here are some suggestions for Indian (plus African) food in Victoria, BC. In alphabetical order! Please check Trip Advisor for reviews. Delhi - #105 - 2504 Government Fish Hook - 805 Fort St. & 100 - 407 Swift St. The Mantra - 1015 Fort St. Namaste

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THAI FOOD

If you have a craving for something different, try one of these Thai restaurants. They are listed in alphabetical order ... please check with TripAdvisor or Yelp for reviews on any of these. Please click links for menus, hours etc. Baan Thai - 3 locations: 1117 Blanshard #104 - 2000 Cadboro Bay Rd. #400 -

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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

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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 - 531 Yates St. The Games Room at the Strathcona Hotel

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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

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FISH & CHIPS

If you have a craving for fish and chips, here's some options! (PLEASE CLICK ON INDIVIDUAL LINKS FOR MENUS, HOURS ETC.)* Barb's Place - 1 Dallas Rd - at Fisherman's Wharf Brady's Fish & Chips - 50 Burnside Rd. W., Finest at Sea Food Truck - 27 Erie St. (James Bay) The Fish Store -

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