You’ve just pulled into town and you’re hungry. You need to stock up on food in your RV or vacation rental … where do you go? Here’s some suggestions we think will help!
GROCERY STORES
We urge you to buy local if you can! Here’s some options for you:
BIG BOX STORES
Costco There is one Costco in Victoria - located in the community of Langford off Highway #1 (Trans Canada Highway). (See the map for location) Costco Langford Opening Hours M-F 09:00am - 8:30pm Sat. 09:00am
CHINATOWN
A great place to wander through if you have an hour or two is Victoria's Chinatown. It's the oldest Chinatown in Canada and the 2nd oldest in North America behind San Francisco's Chinatown. Located on
SHOPPING FOR GROCERIES IN VICTORIA,BC
Being a fairly large city, there are many options for grocery shopping in Victoria. We try to 'shop local' for as much as we can so I'll list the local stores first, and try to
FARMER’S MARKETS OR DIRECT FROM THE FARM.
This is by far the best way to shop local – always fresh – always tasty!
METCHOSIN FARMER’S MARKET
JUNE 2020 Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm **NOTE: FARMER'S MARKET DURING LOCKDOWN** Markets are only allowed to sell essentials, which includes produce, liquor, and prepared foods. This means that
GOLDSTREAM FARMER’S MARKET
Possibly June 2020 **NOTE: FARMER'S MARKET DURING LOCKDOWN* “Overall, it’s a shop and don’t stop,” quipped Anthony Obersteller, president of Goldstream Farmers Market. “Once customers buy their items, they’ll have
PENINSULA COUNTRY MARKET
**INFORMATION FOR 2020 PENDING** June 1st - October 12th, 2019 Saturdays 9 - 1 Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road, Saanichton This year’s market opens June 2 in Pioneer Park,
OAK BAY NIGHT MARKET
2020 DUE TO COVID-19 WE'RE NOT SURE THE MARKET WILL RUN THIS YEAR. I KNOW THEY'RE TRYING TO MOVE THE MARKET OFF THE STREET ... WHICH MAY WORK. KEEP CHECKING
ESQUIMALT FARMERS MARKET
EFM will start Season 6 for 2020, OUTSIDE! The 2020 outdoor season will run weekly on Thursdays 4:30-7:30pm, from April 2nd – September 24th 2020 MAY 2, 2020 UPDATE:
DIRECT FROM THE FARM
There are numerous local farms around Victoria and area that offer seasonal produce/products at their source. CLICK HERE FOR A MAP OF ALL THE LOCAL MARKETS AROUND VICTORIA
JAMES BAY COMMUNITY MARKET
May 4th – September 28th, 2019 FINISHED FOR 2019 - CHECK BACK IN 2020 FOR DATES AND TIMES Every Saturday rain or shine Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM The
VICTORIA PUBLIC MARKET AT THE HUDSON
Public Market at the Hudson The Victoria Public Market at the Hudson (#6 – 1701 Douglas Street) Public Market Hours of Operation LIMITED HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY –
MOSS STREET MARKET
November through April, every Saturday, 10am to 1pm. Indoors through until March, in the Garry Oak Room (1335 Thurlow St) and Sir James Douglas school gymnasium. Outdoors in April, rain
SPECIALTY ITEMS
If you’re looking for something specific or out-of-the ordinary … here’s some suggestions!
FRESH SEAFOOD IN VICTORIA
If you have a taste for fresh seafood while in Victoria, here's some suggestions of where to buy it! The Fish Store - 1 Dallas Rd. At Fisherman's Wharf
COOMBS COUNTRY MARKET
I first happened upon this place over 20 years ago when it was just a ‘country market’ with the added appeal of having goats grazing on it’s turf roof. It
BUTCHER SHOPS IN VICTORIA
If you prefer to buy your meats from dedicated butcher/meat shops, here are the options for Victoria. Alia Halal Meat & Deli - 2618 Quadra St. Bold Butchery & Grill
BAKERIES
Baked Goods in Victoria Whether you're looking for pastries, bread, cakes or other specialty items, here's a list of places to check out! Please click on links to each bakery
DELI’S IN VICTORIA, BC
Deli's in Victoria Looking for sliced meats, cheeses, import foods, lunches & more? Try one of Victoria's great deli's! Ambrosio Market & Deli - 1503 Wilmot Pl. Oak Bay
BUYING CHOCOLATE IN VICTORIA, BC
If you get a serious chocolate craving while visiting Victoria, here's some delicious suggestions for some true Canadian chocolate! BERNARD CALLEBAUT Victoria - Broadmead #520, 777 Royal Oak Drive Store