Food and Drinks
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Enjoy the warm culture of our city and let your taste buds guide you through the abundance of both local and international flavours. Our fantastic array of restaurants offer everything from the latest in gourmet trends to the ultimate world of comfort food, and of course, everything in between.
Vancouver Island’s temperate climate and rich soils provide the perfect growing conditions for all kinds of crops … from the grapes that created your dinner wine, to the crisp organic greens and herbs in your salad, to the delicate flavour of the ostrich you decided to try for the first time. Local means fresh.
As leaders in the ‘eat local’ food movement, Victoria residents are known for our commitment to sustainable agriculture and aquaculture. It really isn’t surprising that our chefs also take great pride in showcasing the very best that our local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen have to offer. After all, they are creating culinary adventures for all of us … ‘fresh’ tastes so incredible on the west coast!
Be sure to bring your appetite, enjoy all that Victoria’s culinary diversity has to offer, and savour some of our local delicacies.
Restaurants
The Superior
106 Superior Street
Victoria, BC
(250) 380-9515
The Superior brings together local food, art, and music. Located in historic James Bay Victoria, steps away from Fisherman’s Wharf and a 10 minute walk from the inner harbour, the large brick building stands at the corner of Kingston and Superior Street. Built in 1912, The Superior, opened October 2005, is now a bustling cafe in a designated heritage building that boasts a community and international following.
Heron Rock
435 Simcoe Street
Victoria, BC
(250) 383-1545
We've made a commitment to support our local Island farmers, foragers, brewers, musicians and neighboring businesses as much as possible: we believe this benefits not only the health of our local economy, but more importantly the quality and flavour of our ingredients. By using naturally raised (hormone and antibiotic-free, free-range) meats, eggs and organic veggies our customers can benefit not only from the most delicious products but know they've made a contribution to our regional community.
Restaurant Matisse (512 Yates Street - 250-480-0883)
French dining at its best... Intimate downtown location. If you can't go to Paris, Paris comes to you.
Cafe Brio (944 Fort Street - 250-383-0009)
A warm bistro atmosphere... tastes of southern Italy with all the freshness of Vancouver Island.
Brasserie L'Ecole (1715 Government Street - 250-475-6260)
French bistro/brasserie.. .unpretentious, yet elegant character room. Seasonal, local cuisine, exceptional wine and cheese...classic French country style.
Il Terrazzo (550 Johnson Street - 250-361-0028)
Fine Italian Dining in an old town courtyard setting. Oven roasted meats, pizzas, homemade pastas, and fresh west coast seafood.
Wild Saffron Bistro (1605 Store Street - 250-361-3150)
Innovative west coast cuisine in a comfortable bistro setting. Featuring local wines, in-house made beers, and local art.
Camille's Fine West Coast Dining (45 Bastion Square - 250-381-3433)
Recently awarded Victoria Restaurant of the Year for 1997, Camille's offers innovative West Coast Cuisine featuring Vancouver Island's finest produce, seafood and game.
Pescatores Fish House (614 Humboldt Street - 250-385-4512)
Among Victoria's freshest and best seafood prepared in creative italian ways...three blocks from the Humboldt House.
The Blue Crab (146 Kingston Street - 250-480-1999)
Some of Victoria's best seafood... live crab and lobster, plus a fantastic dining room over-looking the harbour.
Spinnakers Brewpub (308 Catherine Street - 250-386-2739)
Canada's Oldest Licensed Brewpub — Located on Victoria's Inner Harbour. Featuring ales, lagers and specialty beers, brewed on the premises. The restaurant serves some of the finest West Coast cuisine.
Pubs
There is no better place to be a 'pub' foodie than in Victoria, BC. So pull up a stool, your thirst, and of course your taste buds! We have so many choices for your evening pleasure.
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Other Pubs
Canoe Brewpub (450 Swift St. 250-361-1940 )
Award winning brew pub with historic ambiance, harbour view patio, and great pub grub.
Swans Brewpub (506 Pandora Ave. 250-361-3310)
A local brewpub with local live music nightly, all ages.
Irish Times (1200 Government St. 250-383-7775)
Traditional Irish & west coast menu options served up with foot tapping live Celtic music nightly
Spinnakers Brewpub (308 Catherine St. - 250-386-2739)
Canada's Oldest Licensed Brewpub, features English ales, lagers and specialty beers and great West Coast cuisine.
