Drove down from courtenay to meet with a friend to go to the…read moreCity & Colour show and she suggested the Block as she had been before. Ambiance was great - super warm and welcoming which was magnified by the host. Super lovely. Then the wait staff. Whoever is hiring/training is doing a great job! Not drinking right now but the cocktail menu was super tempting. Every menu item sounded great. We got some help on ordering from our servers and Tanya picked ones she had enjoyed before. We also sat right beside the pick up window so it was fun seeing food come out! The food was fantastic. See pictures for what we ordered. Not sure if I can remember the names of everything but it was a perfect combo!!

So straight up this place went and took us to places we hadn't been prior to eating at the Block…read more Overall a very enjoyable experience for sure, but you cannot pigeonhole this place, which is a very good thing! We are big fans of traditional fare, but the Block is a place we are so glad we experienced and will certainly return utilizing the knowledge we garnered during our first experience. A big thank you to for helping us through picking one price fixe January exploration of your local restaurants and filling it with other ala carte additions. As we often do we ordered far too much food, wanting to explore everything off a menu that is far reaching. Not sure if our additions worked with the price fixe menu, but we sure enjoyed checking everything out. The interior is interesting with the addition of structural steel in the space to keep this heritage building (I think) standing tall for a few generations. We sure hope it's still here for a long while and will most likely come again the next time we are in Victoria. That is saying a lot as there are a wide range of restaurants in the neighbourhood, but you do want to check the Block out!

From Boston and ended up eating at this gem. Everything was absolutely delicious and so fresh. They…read morehave tons of Gluten free options as well. I wish I could have tried the pizza. This place is a MUST. The view is incredible and the staff is the kindest.

This place is one of the most recommended restaurants in Sooke. Our hotel was nearby and within…read morewalking distance, although there were no sidewalks along the way. I made a reservation for two about a week in advance. I ordered the sourdough with sunflower spread from the first section of the menu, the weekly pizza from the third section, and the pappardelle, also from the third section. The sourdough arrived first, but within minutes, both the pasta and the pizza were brought to the table. We had not even finished our first piece of bread. The sourdough was a bit chewy, and the sunflower spread was underwhelming. I wished I had chosen the butter instead. The pappardelle, on the other hand, was fantastic and turned out to be our favourite dish of the night. The snap peas were crisp and added a pleasant texture, while the sauce was rich and buttery. The pizza, made on a sourdough base, was also quite good. It was light and airy, with well-balanced toppings such as potato, bacon, and snap peas. The bottom was slightly burnt, probably due to the flour used to prevent sticking, but it added a nice smoky flavour from the wood-fired oven. We finished with the pavlova for dessert. The berries tasted fresh, and the meringue had a lovely toasted texture. The service felt a bit rushed, and the courses were not staggered as expected. Although the staff mentioned the menu is structured to guide the order, this was not reflected in the pacing. Overall, it is a great spot for fine dining, despite the timing of the service

Quaint, cosy with a view of the water. Perfect spot to grab a bite after getting off the ferry to…read moreFulford Harbour SS. My wife loved the seafood chowder and even drove back the next day to get another bowl. Fish and chips were on point. Loved the crunch of the batter. Service was friendly and welcoming. Parking is limited but some more street parking up the hill. Enjoy!

Best calamari I've had in my life! This is a wonderful little restaurant on a very special island.read more

This has such a lovely, unique ambience. It is quite cozy, vibrant, and full of character. It does…read moreget crowded, and the service can be on the slower side, but the atmosphere more than makes up for it. In the summer, the live music is a real highlight. Watching locals dance and enjoying the community vibe is such a fun, memorable experience. Food-wise, the green curry bowl with shrimp was amazing. It was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly comforting. A great community spot with lots of charm!

We enjoyed a magical evening here with friends. The live music was excellent and perform listening…read moreand conversation. The ambience is definitely part of the charm--open skied, tree trunk and branches, walls and windows to shelter us from the wind. Treehouse indeed! Our sever was stellar--knowledgeable, funny, and totally on it. Credit to the kitchen, too, for cranking out piping hot food. This place is a well-oiled machine... with a big heart. The food: --Thai curry chicken was the big winner --cheese burger and fries were on point --chicken sandwich was great; fresh salad was wonderful --grilled salmon was overcooked. Bummer. We'll be back for more (but, I'll get a burger instead of overcooked salmon).

They have some really good salad dressing. I highly recommend trying it…read more The place is also a restaurant but offers to go items along with dressings.

I had a squash sandwich (picked it up before a hike) it was very delicious…read more Would definitely return. Be sure to check out the cute book store in the same building.

Sat outside for a late-ish dinner on Saturday night. The patio is covered by grape vines and is a…read moregreat setting for Al fresco dining. Had the risotto, chicken & prosciutto spaghetti Alfredo and the king cod special. All 3 items were very good and enjoyable. The service was great and very friendly. Overall we had an enjoyable meal before boarding our ferry back to Vancouver!

The server was very friendly and the restaurant cute…read more Warm olives were basic - no olive oil, lemon rind, herbs or anything to make them flavourful. No bread served. The chicken Parmesan was a small breast, not pounded as you might expect. The risotto was mushy and barely warm. There was no salt at the table (pepper offered). Very nice glass of wine, but the meal was disappointing, and I would not recommend. I came from out of town based on the good reviews - something has gone downhill.

A small perfect restaurant with an amazing view. The breakfast menu is fantastic and something for…read moreeveryone. Multiple types of eggs Benedict and we chose the standard Canadian bacon. The bacon was perfectly salty and the poached eggs perfect! The hollandaise sauce was amazing and not too little or too much. The fried potatoes were nice and hot, crispy and soft inside. Well seasoned as well. A perfect breakfast. I had a Bloody Mary as well and chose the spicy mix. It is definitely spicy! The mix was very flavorful and the special salted rim was a perfect match. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. You can tell a lot of locals come here to eat. They filled up quickly and everyone seemed to know each other even as a restaurant in a hotel. I highly recommend eating here if you at Friday Harbor!

We are just finishing dinner. The food was fantastic. We enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, bread board,…read morechorizo clam chowder, and the burger. The clam chowder wasn't special, but was good. I. Everything else was extra good. It exceeded our expectations. I would come back.

We came here with a group of 11 during our vacation. They took reservations and were able to…read moreaccommodate our huge family without any issues. I'll admit I was a little skeptical at first -- it's right on the harbor and surrounded by tourist attractions, which usually screams "tourist trap." But I'm so glad we gave it a chance, because the food, ambiance, cocktails, and service were phenomenal. I can confidently say this place is not a tourist trap. I couldn't even tell you exactly what I ordered because we literally ordered a quarter of the menu. Every dish was a hit, and even the five kids in our group loved everything that came out.

My boyfriend and I stopped here for lunch during the week while visiting Victoria…read more We both got a drink and shared half dozen of oysters. Both were good and highly recommend. We both got the ahi tuna salad which hit the spot for a nice day on the patio. Our waitress was on top of things and ensured we got what we needed. Overall the food and atmosphere was great.

We three septuagenarians had a full day hiking the beaches of the Olympic National Park. We were…read moretired and we were hungry! Yelp to the rescue. I quickly identified this as the most likely place in Port Angeles to sate our hunger and thirst! We were not disappointed!. The Main Street is humble but all-American. We arrived at 5:30 and we were quickly seated in a comfortable, tall banquette. Our server was Miranda and she was a total pro. She was knowledgeable, efficient, perky and knew her business like the pro she is. The menu is real deal Gastro-pub, there are plenty of craft cocktails to satisfy any taste. The double vodka rocks was $12, the special was any burger for $15. I had the Mrs Newton burger with Brie and raspberry jam with smashed patties. SO GOOD! The chowder was excellent the tataki small plate was outstanding! We got the chocolate thing for dessert. We had a great evening!

Really wanted to like this place, but left underwhelmed. Service was great, but the food was not…read morememorable at all. The burgers were too greasy and mine was way undercooked for what I asked for (medium). My stomach didn't feel great after eating it. The fries were decent, but are a separate add on to the burger. Friend said Fish and chips were standard fare, but the chowder was a little bit on the thin side. The food is definitely pricey, but portions are decent.

We were post whale watching and wanted something warm and hearty. Seafood was in our sights and…read moreknew we had to eat here. The chowder was a great starter and the Dungeness crab cakes were phenomenal! For entrees we ordered the Seafood pasta that had all the goodies and baked Salmon because you have to experience the salmon in Anacortes. Service was very sweet and our orders came out quickly. Beautifully decorated restaurant with a nautical sailboat theme. Loved our experience and left feeling very satisfied and accomplished.

We had the Salish sandwich and ordered a Cajun blackened cod and Cajun blackened salmon with a side…read moreof fries. The fish was cooked perfectly and the seasoning was delicious. They serve home made fries which is seasoned to perfection