The Dining Room at Butchart Gardens
★ 4.7 (924) · 
· $$$
800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1A5, Canada
Phone: (250) 652-8222
Website: https://www.butchartgardens.com/restaurant/the-dining-room/
The Dining Room at Butchart Gardens in Brentwood Bay is a 4.7-star restaurant with 924 Google reviews, known for Afternoon Tea and Rack of Lamb.
Why we love it
- Fine dining with Pacific Northwest influences
- Located near Near Butchart Gardens and Butchart Gardens Coffee Shop
- Historic setting, garden views, attentive service
- Table service with elegant presentation
- Fine dining with Pacific Northwest influences
- Located near Near Butchart Gardens and Butchart Gardens Coffee Shop
- Historic setting, garden views, attentive service
- Table service with elegant presentation
What to Order
Afternoon Tea
A delightful multi-tiered experience featuring an array of sandwiches, pastries, and your choice of specialty teas, perfect for a leisurely afternoon.
"The afternoon tea was a highlight of our trip!! The sandwiches and pastries were a delight. Even with the vegetarian menu, everything was beyond expectations, with surprising flavours and textures."
Juliette Payer
Rack of Lamb
This perfectly cooked lamb dish is a standout, often praised for its tenderness and rich flavor, making it a memorable main course.
"The rack of lamb was cooked perfectly, easily one of the top five lamb dishes I’ve had in my life."
S L
Quiche with Caramel Onions (from Autumn Tea set)
A savory and incredibly flavorful quiche, highlighted by the sweetness of caramelized onions, often recommended as a must-try item from the tea menu.
"But the quiche with caramel onions was incredible. They recommend I started with that and my mouth was thinking about it the rest of the meal. Well done!"
Yvonne B
Buttermilk Pie
A creamy and comforting dessert with a distinctive caramel-like flavor, thanks to the browned butter, offering a delightful end to your meal.
"For dessert, the buttermilk pie had a caramel-like flavor from the browned butter and a lovely creamy texture."
S L
Saanich Peninsula Heirloom Tomato appetizer
A fresh and vibrant appetizer showcasing the best of local produce, combining fruity and tomato tastes for a truly delicious start.
"The Saanich Peninsula Heirloom Tomato appetizer was supreme. The fruity and tomato tastes combined: yummy."
John Krogue
Inside Scoop
- Make reservations well in advance, especially for dinner or during peak seasons like Christmas lights.
- Request a table with a view of the Italian Garden for a particularly scenic dining experience.
- Portion sizes are generous for a fine dining establishment, so you'll definitely feel full.
- If you're sensitive to bees, consider an indoor table during summer months.
- Be aware that the gluten-free afternoon tea options may not be as satisfying as the regular menu.