512 Yates Street
(250) 480-0883
www.restaurantmatisse.com
This cozy and romantic restaurant serves French food in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. The rack of lamb, fillet Bordelaise, seafood and duck are excellent. For a memorable dessert order the crème brulée.
555 Johnson Street
(250) 361-0028
www.ilterrazzo.com
Il Terrazzo serves Northern Italian cuisine including wood-oven roasted meats and pizza, homemade pasta and fresh West Coast seafood. The outdoor courtyard tucked in the back of the restaurant is our favourite spot. This old town setting has fireplaces to sit by and is heated on cool evenings.
611 Courtney Street
(250) 220-8008
www.bonrouge.ca
French inspired food with a West Coast spin best describes the food served in this renovated 1920’s building. The interior is decorated in striking colours of red, black and white. You can also choose a table in the outdoor courtyard by the fire.
536 Yates Street
(250) 360-1824
www.ferrisoysterbar.com
Throw on your jeans and head to Ferris’ Oyster Bar for a casual evening of seafood, pasta, burgers and beer. This rustic restaurant has a wide selection of great food on the menu. Sample the oysters that are prepared in a variety of ways. The yam fries are also excellent!
614 Humboldt Street
(250) 385-4512
www.pescatores.com
Pescatore’s Fish House offers a casual dining experience and features fresh seafood as well as meat. The restaurant has high ceilings and deep orange walls displaying contemporary art. They have an extensive wine list. This restaurant has received great reviews from many of our guests!
944 Fort Street
(250) 383-2009
www.cafe-brio.com
This stylish spot on Antique Row combines local, fresh ingredients to create memorable French and Italian style cuisine. Café Brio offers small plates as well as regular sized menu options and has a great wine list.
1327 Beach Drive
(250) 598-8555
www.marinarestaurant.com
The Marina Restaurant in Oak Bay has absolutely stunning views from every table in the dining room. The fish is excellent as are their pasta and meat entrees. The sushi bar, tucked in the back of the restaurant is superb and although there are no views, this is still our favourite spot for sushi in Victoria.
11190 Chalet Road
Sidney
(250) 656-3541
www.deepcovechalet.com
This wonderful gem is a bit of a drive from town (17 miles) but offers a beautiful setting with great French food and an extensive wine list. In the summer you can dine in the lovely gardens overlooking the water. Try the oyster bisque. It’s amazing!
538 Fisgard Street
(250) 383-1032
www.donmee.com
This very popular restaurant is located in Victoria’s historic China Town. The menu offers a wide variety of great choices, and dim sum is always served on Sundays.