Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Victoria

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

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Kinu

4.6

4.6 (32)

CAN$30 and under

Global, International

Victoria

About the restaurant

Kinu is an Indian-tapas concept blending Indian flavours and global cuisine in an elevated setting. The menu features treasures from all over India bringing you authentic regional cuisines presented in an upscale manner, along with dishes from all over the globe with subtle hint of Indian flair. A few stand out global dishes on the menu are a Pakora Gnocchi, The Whipped Goat Cheese & Naan and a Chinese-Inspired Orange Chicken known as the Kinu Chicken. Additionally, you will find unique craft cocktails created by local female mixologist Raven Dales. For more info & content visit www.kinuvictoria.ca or check us out at @flavoursofkinu on Instagram.

Top review

J.D.

Dined 4 days ago

The food was incredible. Our friends recommended that we go try it out. It did not disappoint! The room was also beautiful and service was top notch. We will be back again soon. Well done.

Ugly Duckling

4.8

4.8 (179)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Victoria

About the restaurant

Ugly Duckling takes its inspiration from the intersection between Coastal BC's magical landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of North America’s oldest Chinatown. We offer experiential dining built around two promises: to serve you only those things which we have made by hand; and to work really, really hard to make you smile. We can't wait to welcome you.

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pranadocVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service were exceptional.

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Moxies - Victoria

4.8

4.8 (555)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Victoria

About the restaurant

Welcome to Moxies. Moxies restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Our beautiful open dining room in its self is a site to see. We cater to many groups of different sizes and offer a private 'Tuscan' room which can also be reserved. Groups of 8+ will have an 18% Gratuity included in the bill. Please contact us directly for more information. 250-360-1660.

Moxies Victoria is on the corner of Yates Street and Vancouver Street, in the neighborhood of Harris Green. We are just just a few blocks from Victoria’s fashionable Lower Johnson Street, and just minutes from local tourism destinations downtown Victoria and the Upper Harbour.

Our menus can be found online at moxies.ca. Hope to see you soon!

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Cameo

Dined 1 day ago

The food and service is always consistent and top notch. Great atmosphere!

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Experience

New Year's Eve

Cafe Brio

4.7

4.7 (255)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Victoria

About the restaurant

The Café Brio, located in Victoria, has been a local favorite for twenty six years, serving up a rustic, Italian inspired menu. Focusing on regional products, Café Brio led by multi awarded Chef Sam Harris selects the highest quality ingredients from local sources to be used in authentic, creative dishes.

At Café Brio, everything is prepared in house. Pasta favorites include gnocchi with roasted leeks, parmesan cream and basil purée, Spaghettini with tomato, garlic, basil, olive oil and parmigiano and also our wild mushroom risotto. From the Sea enjoy seared scallops with peroxides, delicata squash, carmelo and bacon anchovy vinaigrette or our local fish feature. Lastly the Parry Bay Lamb feature from our friends out in Metchosin is an absolute must.

The wine list is extensive with input from multiple Sommeliers on staff always excited to share their new favourite bottle in our unique and cozy dining room.

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Ken

Dined 1 day ago

Our go to place in Victoria. Love the idea of 1/2 servings to combine an entre with a pasta. Love the energy. Food is always predictably good. Greg (previous owner) always made you feel welcome, and that has not changed with the new ownership and experienced staff. Thanks all!

Meet on Blanshard

4.6

4.6 (81)

CAN$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Victoria

About the restaurant

Friends, family and pals sharing time over food & drink is one of the most connective things we can do these days. MeeT intends to show people that comfort food that connects us and nourishes us can be veggie, can be made from scratch, can be delicious and can be affordable… MeeT is a place that welcomes everyone, and has a seat for all people looking to come together and spend time together connecting.
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Our mission is to help transition the mainstream to eating more plant-based foods in a friendly, accepting and engaging venue. This change is why we are here. We also strive to be an extraordinary employer, and look for ways daily to make MeeT a place that our staff can look forward to coming to work excited, and with a purpose!

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Jack

Dined 4 days ago

Three of us, a Vegan, Vegetarian, and Carnivore, all of us rate the meals and service a FIVE. Definitely a go back too restaurant.

Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort

4.7

4.7 (1963)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary European

Victoria

About the restaurant

Alpina Restaurant is firmly one of Vancouver Island's best restaurants and a real foodie destination. Recently, voted top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in Canada by Open Table Guests.

Building upon the German heritage of our executive chefs and their extensive culinary training throughout Europe, our cuisine eloquently infuses traditional ingredients and preparation methods from the Alpine regions of Italy, Germany, France and Switzerland. Elevate your perspective on the foods that have come to embody European inspired West Coast dining at the one and only, Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort.

Boasting unforgettable views of the Saanich Inlet and Finlayson Arm from nearly every table, we strive to make every dining experience as unique as the flavours found in the traditional European kitchens of our ancestors.

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Karin

Dined 1 day ago

This restaurant is located in a stunning location! The view was breathtaking and the service was excellent. We enjoyed the smoked salmon Eggs Benny very much 🤩

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CAPRESE STYLE EGGS BENEDICT

Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.7

4.7 (1078)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Victoria

About the restaurant

Located in one of Victoria's oldest buildings, Ferris' Upstairs Seafood And Oyster Bar presents deeply coloured wooden floors and rich brick walls accented by candlelight.

Featuring the best in fresh seafood from our local waters, and premium steaks from Alberta. It's a great place to lounge and enjoy what Vancouver Island has to offer. Small plates and large, our menu changes weekly based on the best in available produce and season.

We boast an extensive wine list from Europe, California and Canada. Six rotating craft beers on tap and carefully curated cocktails featuring local spirits and house made ingredients.

Seafood, meat, vegetarian and vegan options available. Kids welcome.

Located in the heart of downtown Victoria. Regularly named one of the best seafood restaurants in town, we offer a romantic setting perfect for date nights, special occasions and casual dinners. Tapas available from our neighbouring tapas bar Perro Negro on the weekends.

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Johanne

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

Wonderful space and atmosphere. Excellent food and service. We chose the sliced tuna sashimi style and grilled scallops, and a few fresh raw oysters as an appetizer. Oysters were so fresh and wonderful and scallops superb. The tuna was presented differently than I have had before, which was delicious and so fresh. For our main dishes, the black cod and bouillabaisse were the choices made. Both were amazing. We plan to return.

Finn's Seafood, Chops and Cocktails

4.6

4.6 (2728)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Victoria

About the restaurant

Set in a beautiful 1882 heritage building overlooking the inner harbour and parliament buildings in the heart of downtown Victoria, Finn's offers award winning food and service, a locally sourced menu, and strong classic cocktails. With a varied menu offering something to suit all tastes Finns is a great choice for unmatched atmosphere, friendly service, great food and beautiful harbour views.

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Lisa

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

We’ve eaten here a few times before and always had a good experience, so decided to treat ourselves for a birthday lunch. Everything was perfect! I had the seared ahi, which was done perfectly, and my husband had the steelhead, which was to die for. Really, I don’t think we could have made a wrong choice today; all the staff seemed to be really on their game.

Zambri's

4.7

4.7 (2618)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Victoria

About the restaurant

Lunch:
Wednesday-Friday 11:30am-2:30pm

Dinner:
Tuesday-Thursday 5:00-9:00
Friday-Saturday 5:00-10:00

Reservations recommended but not required.

For over 25 years, Zambri’s has been fortunate enough to serve Victorians Italian soul food paired with all the best wines of Italy. We’ve grown as Victoria has grown, but at our heart, we have remained true to our roots. Many years of working with local farmers, being a contributing member of our local community, caring for the environment (we are carbon neutral), hosting Italian wine dinners and always making sure that our vision for our food stays true, have brought us to the place we are now.
Join us for dinner, come for one our monthly wine dinners, or have your next event in one of our gorgeous private spaces... Come see for yourself!

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Sam

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

I feel terrible as I forget our amazing servers name…. What a GREAT server, unbelievable food, perfect setting and all around great experience. 3 of us had our annual best friends Christmas dinner and Zambri’s always knocks it out of the park. Thank you so much for everything and making the night perfect!!! Please give our server a big thank you. Good luck through the holidays!! Sam Watson

Fireside Grill

4.6

4.6 (1229)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Victoria

About the restaurant

Fireside Grill is a local favorite, in a lovingly restored heritage Tudor estate, offering farm-to-table cuisine, extensive wine and beverage selections, and a unique ambiance featuring several indoor and outdoor fireplaces.
Nestled in a grove of wild oak trees, and meticulously maintained gardens, Fireside Grill is located only 10 minutes drive from the downtown core and offers a distinctly Victorian dining experience. Check out our local favorites and our Farm to Table Dinner Menu coming this summer.

Fireside Grill has been voted by Readers Choice of Victoria - Times Colonist awards in 2018-23 for Best Fine Dining, Brunch, Patio, and Happy Hour patio as well! Open year-round for Weekend Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour, and Dinner, Fireside Grill is the perfect venue for a romantic meal, a small group gathering, or a private party!

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Treva

Dined 3 days ago

Fun family birthday dinner. Everyone enjoyed their food

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