Best Restaurants in Victoria (Jun 2026)
103 curated restaurants with up-to-date reviews, signature dishes & insider tips
Last updated June 20, 2026
Ranked by the Inside Scoop Score
How this is scored
- National accolades — Michelin, Canada's 100 Best, World's 50 Best and the like, weighted by how prestigious the honour is. The biggest driver.
- How widely it's recommended — how many trusted "best-of" lists feature the restaurant.
- Rating — its Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it up.
These add together into the score. The number isn't out of 100 — it's a points total, so the rank beside it is the quickest read.
| # | Restaurant | Scoop Score | Awards | Google Rating | What to Order | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marilena Cafe & Raw BarSeafood | 621 | 4.8 ★1,059 reviews | Seafood Tower, Caramelized Leek Agnolotti | 1525 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 1P6 | |
| 2 | Cafe Malabar Restaurant & BarKerala | 363 | 4.6 ★659 reviews | Kerala Fried Chicken, Chemeen Chatti Fry (Prawns) | 407 Swift St, Victoria, BC V8W 1S2 | |
| 3 | The Courtney RoomUpscale Canadian | 274 | 4.3 ★602 reviews | Oysters, Hokkaido Scallops | 623 Courtney St, Victoria, BC V8W 1B8 | |
| 4 | Part and ParcelModern Canadian | 269 | 4.7 ★1,030 reviews | Fried Chicken Sandwich, Charred Broccoli Sandwich | 2656 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8T 4E4 | |
| 5 | Ugly Duckling Dining & ProvisionsModern Canadian | 255 | 4.7 ★283 reviews | Tasting Menu, Wine Pairing | 543 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R3 | |
| 6 | Rabbit RabbitModern Canadian | 250 | 4.6 ★192 reviews | Pork & Takana Tagliatelle, Scallops | 658 Herald St, Victoria, BC V8W 1S7 | |
| 7 | Janevca Kitchen & LoungeElevated Canadian | 245 | 4.6 ★490 reviews | Chicken Liver Mousse, Earl Grey Panna Cotta | 429 Lampson St, Victoria, BC V9A 5K7 | |
| 8 | MAiiZ Nixtamal Eatery & TortilleriaMexican | 174 | 4.8 ★1,358 reviews | Tacos, Duck Tacos | 540 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 | |
| 9 | Syriana Restaurant & CateringSyrian | 172 | 4.8 ★1,124 reviews | Mujadara, Chicken Shawarma | 1258 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3P3 | |
| 10 | Nourish Kitchen & Cafe | 171 | 4.6 ★1,343 reviews | Eggs Benny, Pancake | 225 Quebec St, Victoria, BC V8V 1W2 | |
| 11 | The Dining Room at Butchart Gardens | 168 | 4.7 ★924 reviews | Afternoon Tea, Rack of Lamb | 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1A5 | |
| 12 | BodegaSpanish Tapas | 168 | 4.6 ★1,010 reviews | Gambas al Ajillo, Boquerones | 1210 Broad St, Victoria, BC V8W 2A4 | |
| 13 | House of Boateng CaféAfrican-inspired | 167 | 4.6 ★927 reviews | Hot Smoked Salmon Benny, Huevos Rancheros | 2854 Peatt Rd #105, Langford, BC V9B 0W3 | |
| 14 | YuaBistroSushi | 166 | 4.6 ★879 reviews | Sushi/Rolls, Sashimi | 622 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R6 | |
| 15 | Brasserie L'EcoleFrench | 166 | 4.7 ★762 reviews | French Onion Soup, Steak Frites | 1715 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1Z4 | |
| 16 | Cafe BrioItalian | 164 | 4.6 ★697 reviews | Family Chef’s Selection / Family Service, Scallops | 944 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K2 | |
| 17 | Zambri'sItalian | 164 | 4.3 ★949 reviews | Panna Cotta, Crispy Broccoli | 820 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1L8 | |
| 18 | Ferris' Burger & Oyster BarSeafood | 162 | 4.5 ★660 reviews | Oysters, Ahi Tuna Nachos | 536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8 | |
| 19 | WILD MOUNTAIN Food & DrinkWest Coast | 162 | 4.7 ★540 reviews | Tasting Menu, Pizza | 1831 Maple Avenue South, Sooke, BC V9Z 0V1 | |
| 20 | Nubo Kitchen + Bar(Johnson Street Bridge Location)Japanese With Western Fusion | 160 | 4.4 ★564 reviews | Hamachi Oshizushi, Spider Roll | 490 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N6 | |
| 21 | Nohra Thai KitchenAuthentic Thai | 159 | 4.7 ★416 reviews | Massaman Curry, Pad Thai | 2524 Estevan Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 2S7 | |
| 22 | GoodSide Pastry HousePastry Shop | 159 | 4.9 ★351 reviews | Croissants (Classic, Almond, Chocolate), Coffee Mascarpone Mousse Cake | 1805 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8R 4R7 | |
| 23 | Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioPacific Northwest | 158 | 4.2 ★548 reviews | Seafood Piperade, Chicken Breast with Risotto | 680 Montreal St, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8 | |
| 24 | Kinu by Sizzling TandoorIndian Fusion | 157 | 4.6 ★356 reviews | Whipped Goat Cheese with Naan, Butter Chicken | 3600 Uptown Blvd #123, Victoria, BC V8Z 0B9 | |
| 25 | Bray'sModern European | 156 | 4.7 ★316 reviews | Mussels with Toasted Baguette, Burrata | 460 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 3K3 | |
| 26 | Niloo RestaurantPersian | 156 | 4.6 ★336 reviews | Lamb Shank with Saffron Rice, Chicken Shawarma | 4440 W Saanich Rd #108, Victoria, BC V8Z 3E9 | |
| 27 | FARO PizzaPizza | 155 | 4.5 ★342 reviews | Spicy Beast Pizza, Margherita Pizza | 1175 Beach Dr, Victoria, BC V8S 2N2 | |
| 28 | Matadora TapasSpanish Tapas | 155 | 4.8 ★273 reviews | Tortilla Española, Pintxo de Matrimonio | 559 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R5 | |
| 29 | end diveFrench/contemporary | 155 | 4.6 ★305 reviews | Oysters, Tuna Crudo | 1802 Government St, Victoria, BC V8T 4N5 | |
| 30 | Chobap Sushi BarSushi | 153 | 4.9 ★214 reviews | Omakase Tasting Menu, Wagyu Nigiri | 610 Courtney St, Victoria, BC V8W 1B6 | |
| 31 | JiangYun Noodle HouseTaiwanese | 153 | 4.7 ★232 reviews | Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup, Grilled Pork Noodles in Signature Sauce | 830 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 2H6 | |
| 32 | IL Covo TrattoriaAuthentic Italian | 152 | 4.6 ★1,522 reviews | Burrata, Pappardelle ai Funghi | 106 Superior St, Victoria, BC V8V 1T1 | |
| 33 | The Breakfast Shop | 150 | 4.6 ★192 reviews | Bacon Egg and Cheese, Hash Browns (Baby Cake Hashbrowns) | 1025 Cook St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K8 | |
| 34 | Humboldt BarCocktail Bar | 146 | 4.9 ★123 reviews | Lost Luggage, Desert Sketches | 722 Humboldt St, Victoria, BC V8W 1B1 | |
| 35 | Clive's Classic LoungeLounge Bar | 145 | 4.7 ★113 reviews | Negroni, Always Sunny in Clive’s | 740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1B2 | |
| 36 | Jam Cafe | 140 | 4.6 ★3,087 reviews | Blackstone Benedict, French Toast sticks with optional frosting dip | 542 Herald St, Victoria, BC V8W 1S5 | |
| 37 | Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub & GuestHousesBrewpub Fare | 131 | 4.2 ★2,400 reviews | Halibut and Chips, Clam Chowder | 308 Catherine St, Victoria, BC V9A 3S8 | |
| 38 | Red Fish Blue FishDockside Seafood | 129 | 4.7 ★6,093 reviews | Fish & Chips (Cod or Halibut), Clam Chowder | 1006 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1N8 | |
| 39 | Wind Cries MaryCanadian | 129 | 4.5 ★1,207 reviews | Fried Chicken, Tater Tots | 45 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1J1 | |
| 40 | Boom + Batten Restaurant & CafeWest Coast | 126 | 4.3 ★2,019 reviews | Bison Carpaccio, Eggs Bennies | 2 Paul Kane Pl, Victoria, BC V9A 7J8 | |
| 41 | Eva SchnitzelhausGerman | 125 | 4.7 ★449 reviews | Schnitzel, Rösti | 509 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 0C5 | |
| 42 | BaoAsian Fusion | 124 | 4.5 ★1,323 reviews | Pork Belly Bao, Ramen | 626 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R6 | |
| 43 | J & J Wonton Noodle HouseChinese | 123 | 4.4 ★816 reviews | Crispy Spicy Ginger Beef, Sichuan Style Green Beans | 1012 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K4 | |
| 44 | Pagliacci'sTraditional Italian | 121 | 4.4 ★5,061 reviews | Bread, Sofia pasta | 1011 Broad St, Victoria, BC V8W 2A1 | |
| 45 | John's Place RestaurantClassic American Diner | 121 | 4.6 ★3,471 reviews | Pancakes, Cream Cheese Syrup | 723 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N8 | |
| 46 | Ithaka Greek RestaurantAuthentic Greek | 117 | 4.5 ★1,701 reviews | Saganaki Flambé, Lamb Souvlaki | 716 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 3G2 | |
| 47 | Glo Restaurant + LoungeAmerican | 116 | 4.4 ★3,033 reviews | Lamb Burger, Smashed Avocado Benny | 2940 Jutland Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 5K6 | |
| 48 | Nubo Japanese Tapas (Douglas & Blanshard Location)Japanese Tapas | 115 | 4.5 ★2,259 reviews | The Tomahawk Roll, Sashimi | 739 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9 | |
| 49 | Spoons DinerBrunch | 110 | 4.5 ★2,361 reviews | Waffles, Eggs Benedict | 2915 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8T 4M8 | |
| 50 | The Ruby On JohnsonBreakfast | 110 | 4.5 ★1,335 reviews | Fried Chicken Benny, Brisket Benny | 642A Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 1M6 | |
| 51 | Tacofino VictoriaMexican | 109 | 4.5 ★3,285 reviews | Fish Taco, Crispy Chicken Burrito | 760 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9 | |
| 52 | Be LoveVegetarian | 108 | 4.5 ★1,163 reviews | The Mac, Cheesecake | 1019 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2X9 | |
| 53 | Vista 18 Restaurant + LoungeUpscale Canadian | 106 | 4.1 ★871 reviews | Lamb Shanks, Beef Flank Wellington | 740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1B2 | |
| 54 | Blue Fox Cafe | 103 | 4.6 ★2,675 reviews | Moroccan Chicken Benny, Salmon and Avocado Benny | 919 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K3 | |
| 55 | Friends & Family BakeFilipino Bakery | 103 | 5.0 ★470 reviews | Ube Ensaymada, Ube Kababayan Bread | 3 Fan Tan Alley #101, Victoria, BC V8W 1W3 | |
| 56 | Floyd's Diner James BayClassic American Diner | 102 | 4.6 ★1,537 reviews | Eggs Benedict (various), American Idol Benny | 425 Quebec St, Victoria, BC V8V 1W7 | |
| 57 | Blue Crab Seafood HouseSeafood | 102 | 4.2 ★868 reviews | Alaskan Crab Legs, Crab Cakes | 146 Kingston St, Victoria, BC V8V 1V4 | |
| 58 | Citrus & CaneCocktail Bar | 100 | 4.8 ★421 reviews | Coladas, Old Fashioned | 1900 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8T 4K8 | |
| 59 | Vis-à-VisFrench | 99 | 4.3 ★568 reviews | French Onion Soup, Lamb | 2232 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1G4 | |
| 60 | Trini To D BoneTrinidadian | 99 | 4.8 ★573 reviews | Chicken Roti, Goat Roti / Goat Special | 650 Burnside Rd W, Victoria, BC V8Z 1M9 | |
| 61 | FathomModern Canadian | 98 | 4.4 ★472 reviews | Crab Omelette, Miso Sablefish | 463 Belleville St., Victoria, BC V8V 1X3 | |
| 62 | Frankie's Modern DinerClassic North American Diner Fare | 97 | 4.4 ★3,381 reviews | Rice Bowl, Stuffed Meatballs | 910 Government St #38, Victoria, BC V8W 3Y8 | |
| 63 | Finn's Seafood Chops CocktailsSeafood | 97 | 4.5 ★2,848 reviews | Chicken Liver Parfait, Bison Carpaccio | 1208 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T8 | |
| 64 | Dumpling DropAsian Fusion | 97 | 4.3 ★459 reviews | Peanut Sauce, Beef and Basil Dumplings | 556A Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N7 | |
| 65 | Shine CafeBreakfast | 96 | 4.6 ★875 reviews | Chorizo Hash, Eggs Benedict (any variety) | 1548 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8R 6R1 | |
| 66 | Fernwood Pizza CompanyPizza | 95 | 4.1 ★474 reviews | Gluten-Free Pizza, Dairy-Free Pesto Pizza | 2009 Fernwood Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 2Y8 | |
| 67 | Biryani PalacePakistani And Indian | 95 | 4.7 ★2,668 reviews | Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani | 2709 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8T 4E5 | |
| 68 | Uchida EateryAuthentic Japanese | 94 | 4.9 ★373 reviews | Grilled Mackerel (Saba Shioyaki), Assorted Sashimi Donburi (Chirashi) | 633 Courtney St, Victoria, BC V8W 2Z7 | |
| 69 | Bold Butchery & GrillHalal | 94 | 4.5 ★1,224 reviews | Chicken Shawarma Bowl, Halloumi Fries | 1420 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8W 2L1 | |
| 70 | Sookjai Thai RestaurantThai | 92 | 4.6 ★972 reviews | Pad Thai Goong (#63), Green Curry | 893 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H7 | |
| 71 | Ramen Arashi VictoriaJapanese Ramen | 92 | 4.8 ★1,160 reviews | Arashi Tan Tan, Black Arashi Tan Tan | 2950 Douglas St Suite 222, Victoria, BC V8T 4N4 | |
| 72 | Perro Negro TaperiaSpanish Tapas | 92 | 4.6 ★226 reviews | Chorizo Puffs, Patatas Bravas | 536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 2Z6 | |
| 73 | Chimac Korean Pub & Fried ChickenKorean Pub Fare | 92 | 4.3 ★1,288 reviews | Spicy Chili Chicken, Fried Chicken (Original/Plain) | 512 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8 | |
| 74 | Pizzeria Prima StradaNeapolitan Pizza | 91 | 4.6 ★1,364 reviews | Pizza Margherita, Pizza Funghi / Funghi S / Funghi Supremo | 230 Cook St, Victoria, BC V8V 3X3 | |
| 75 | 10 Acres BistroSeafood | 90 | 4.2 ★2,273 reviews | Bolognese, Duck Confit Risotto | 611 Courtney St, Victoria, BC V8W 1W8 | |
| 76 | Sen Zushi - Japanese Restaurant & SushiAuthentic Japanese | 90 | 4.6 ★1,269 reviews | Nigiri, Chirashi Don | 940 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K2 | |
| 77 | Shuck Taylor'sSeafood | 90 | 4.8 ★960 reviews | Oysters (Pacific and Atlantic), Lobster Roll | 1324 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J1 | |
| 78 | Tapa BarSpanish Tapas | 89 | 4.3 ★1,727 reviews | Mussels de Cha Cha Cha, Bacon Wrapped Dates | 620 Trounce Alley, Victoria, BC V8W 1K3 | |
| 79 | Blue Nile African Restaurant | 89 | 4.7 ★418 reviews | Dinner Buffet, Injera | 1724 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 2G7 | |
| 80 | Ay Mi MexicoAuthentic Mexican | 89 | 4.9 ★540 reviews | Birria Tacos, Quesabirrias | 811 Craigflower Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 2W8 | |
| 81 | Tourist Wine Bar | 88 | 4.4 ★183 reviews | Steak Tartare, Fresh Pasta | 1002 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2H3 | |
| 82 | FishhookLocal Seafood | 88 | 4.6 ★1,691 reviews | Fish and Chips, Chowder (Seafood Soup) | 805 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6 | |
| 83 | Fern Cafe and BakeryVegan | 88 | 4.8 ★838 reviews | Cinnamon Buns, Big Bad Breakfast Sandwich | 1115 N Park St #1, Victoria, BC V8T 1C7 | |
| 84 | Barb's Fish & ChipsCanadian Seafood | 87 | 4.2 ★1,478 reviews | Halibut Fish & Chips, Cod Fish & Chips | 1 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 0B2 | |
| 85 | Heron Rock BistroCanadian | 86 | 4.5 ★1,464 reviews | Sunday Prime Rib, Chicken Avocado Salad | 435 Simcoe St, Victoria, BC V8V 1L4 | |
| 86 | Le Petit SaigonVietnamese | 85 | 4.6 ★501 reviews | Chef Special Pho, Spicy Beef Pho (Bun Bo Hue) | 1010 Langley St, Victoria, BC V8W 1E7 | |
| 87 | The BopKorean | 85 | 4.7 ★454 reviews | Bulgogi Bibimbop, Galbi | 239 Menzies St, Victoria, BC V8V 2G6 | |
| 88 | Foo Asian Street FoodAsian Street | 83 | 4.4 ★1,296 reviews | Caramel Chicken, Pork & Pineapple Fried Rice | 769 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1L4 | |
| 89 | Don MeeDim Sum | 82 | 3.8 ★1,696 reviews | Pork Dumplings, Sticky Rice Chicken Wrap | 538 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 | |
| 90 | Volta VictoriaBreakfast | 81 | 4.9 ★439 reviews | Breakfast Sandwich, Huevos a la Flamenca | 766 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1L4 | |
| 91 | Tibetan Kitchen CafeTibetan | 81 | 4.6 ★531 reviews | Lamb Curry, Momos (Steamed Beef or Chicken) | 680 Broughton St, Victoria, BC V8W 2C1 | |
| 92 | Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESSCanadian | 80 | 4.3 ★661 reviews | Truffle Soup, Charcoal Popcorn | 721 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5 | |
| 93 | Thai Green Elephant RestaurantClassic Thai | 80 | 4.5 ★519 reviews | Drunken Noodles, Massaman Curry | 809 Craigflower Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 2W8 | |
| 94 | Bon Macaron PatisserieFrench Patisserie | 79 | 4.8 ★248 reviews | Savory Macaron, Fuzzy Peach Macaron | 1012 Broad St, Victoria, BC V8W 2A1 | |
| 95 | KAPPO Marta | Modern Japanese CuisineModern Japanese | 78 | 4.8 ★529 reviews | Chicken Katsu Set, Mackerel Meal (Sabayaki) | 1600 Bay St, Victoria, BC V8R 2B6 | |
| 96 | Block Kitchen and BarAsian Fusion | 76 | 4.6 ★533 reviews | Wagyu Beef Gyoza, Korean Fried Chicken | 538 Yates St #101, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8 | |
| 97 | Dosa ParagonSouth Indian | 76 | 4.3 ★706 reviews | Dosa, Medu Vada | 1218 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T8 | |
| 98 | Messob Ethiopian CuisineEthiopian | 74 | 4.8 ★251 reviews | Veggie Combo, Chicken and Vegetable Plate | 1109 McKenzie St, Victoria, BC V8V 2W3 | |
| 99 | My Thai CafeThai | 72 | 4.8 ★334 reviews | Pad Thai, Red Curry | 1020 Cook St, Victoria, BC V8V 3Z5 | |
| 100 | Emmaline’sEclectic Comfort | 70 | 4.8 ★175 reviews | Blackout Chocolate Cake, Key Lime Pie | 2571 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8T 4E1 | |
| 101 | Marina Dockside Eatery | 68 | 4.1 ★205 reviews | Sandwiches, Daily Soups | 1327 Beach Dr, Victoria, BC V8S 2N4 | |
| 102 | RudiItalian | 67 | 4.2 ★179 reviews | Halloumi, Cacio e Pepe | 710 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 0E4 | |
| 103 | Kwao Thai RestaurantThai | 66 | 4.6 ★215 reviews | Red Curry, Green Curry | 1207 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3P1 |
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