Drove down from courtenay to meet with a friend to go to the City & 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!! read more

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So straight up this place went and took us to places we hadn't been prior to eating at the Block. 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! read more

Amazingly good Asian fusion dinner! Definitely recommend making a reservation as they are packed during peak hours. Tonight we had gochujang Mac & cheese with chorizo, Thai mushroom risotto, boneless beef rib lettuce wraps, takoyaki, pan flashed spicy prawns, and wagyu beef gyozas. Their kimchi wasn't too spicy, but delicious still. Add in a KFCaesar drink and it was a great dinner! The service was excellent, and the place wasn't too loud considering it was a full house for dinner rush. The tables turned fairly quickly. We will be back again here next visit to the Island! read more

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5 stars for the food; the service needs some work. We were delighted with most of the food. For starters, that salad with sesame dressing. Delicious, with wonderful ingredients and well balanced. The duck spring rolls are everything you want them to be when highlighted with that excellent sauce. The Korean fried chicken was a kick, and we appreciated the greens it was served with. The short rib for the lettuce cups was tasty, but that dish was the least successful from what we ordered. A mess to eat, dripping all over. Why? We didn't add much of the 3 sauces offered. The mushroom risotto was a really exciting dish. Fabulous flavors, so rich, mushrooms and coconut milk and complimentary spices - amazing. Didn't understand the garnishes though. Why not crispy mushrooms instead? The block fries were great. Crispy thin fries with exciting seasoning and a tasty dipping sauce. Yum. Our server talked extremely quickly and did a poor job aiding us in ordering. And we understand dishes came to the table as they were ready and without coordination of any kind. That resulted in our last 2 dishes [brought to the table at the same time] being risotto and French fries. Just an odd, starchy way to end the meal. I must say however, they were great at removing used dishes from the table. read more

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Walking around Victoria in December with a cold drizzle coming down, we happened upon The Block. Looking warm and inviting, we went in and were met by a friendly hostess. Seated at a high-top along the wall, we selected 4 tapas-type small plates for the evening meal. Edamame was our first plate which was great. We then shared the Korean short ribs in a great sauce, pan grilled spicy prawns and chicken on a skewer. Service was timely and spread out so we weren't overwhelmed by dishes in the table. The restaurant is not very wide but long, giving it a cozy feel. We expect to go again next visit to Vancouver Island. read more

Everything from beginning to end was absolutely delicious! The service was great, we didn't have any reservations and sat down within 5 minutes at the bar. Our waiter was super nice and recommended us with options since it was our first time there. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for some damn good food and drinks!!! read more

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Shared a few plates and sat at the bar. Great service and great food. The Asian inspired menu is a mash up of so many great dishes!

Struggling to find some good wine in Victoria BC, but their happy hour wine at $11 A glass is a red blend and pretty tasty. They also had a Cabernet Franc - a kind that my husband loves. It was good as well. Wasn't many people in there at 2 PM and their happy hour starts at three. Very friendly staff. read more

Stopped in here for a quick Happy Hour on a Wednesday. We had a few drinks and 2 fried chicken dishes. Both were boneless - I think both were thigh pieces. The karaage app had 2 skewers - each piece was well seasoned/marinated, delicious and perfectly fried! The Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) was also perfectly fried - coated with delicious gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) sauce. This was spicy. My teen daughter said it was too spicy for her liking - that's okay! More for us! Great service and beautiful interior! I love their pan Asian menu. Will come back the next time I'm in Victoria! read more

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Food - visually inviting, refined and tasty which complemented their delicious and eye-catching drinks. Had the Dine Around set course which was fabulous. We added a fresh and substantial zen salad along with the mouth-watering okonomiyaki with prawns. The grilled squid in the set course was exceptionally tender and well seasoned. The vibe is fun and welcoming; polished casual. Everyone we engaged was professional and customer-focused while warm and genuine. Drink and food service was well timed. Thanks for making our first Block experience one we look forward to repeating! read more

My family was coming in to Victoria after visiting the butchart gardens and were originally going to eat in Chinatown, but later decided on this place as we walked by it. I'm so glad we did because this is genuinely one of the best restaurants that I've ever eaten at. It's a somewhat upscale yet affordable Asian fusion restaurant. We came on a Thursday evening and were seated right away. Our server was very enthusiastic and when we asked for recommendations, she basically hyped up every single menu item that they had. The lighting is a bit dim inside, and where we were seated, we could see the cooks making all the food in an open kitchen. We ordered the Thai mushroom risotto, ahi tuna tataki, porkbelly risotto, block fries, Takoyaki, red devil calamari, duck spring rolls, and pork belly lettuce wraps. I liked everything we ordered but my favorites were the Thai mushroom risotto, ahi tuna tataki, and red devil calamari. The risotto was topped with shiitake and king oyster mushrooms in a Thai curry with truffle oil. The risotto was smooth and buttery like, the curry had a deep flavor, and there were some lotus root chips that provided some crunch. The tuna was delicate with a slight sear and sesame outer crunch. The calamari was cooked perfectly, it was easy to bite and not chewy. The sauce gave it a little spice. I loved the sauces for both the duck spring rolls and the block fries. We came into this restaurant not expecting much but we were all blown away. This is a must try restaurant in downtown Victoria. read more

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Creative Asian fusion with vibrant vibe. Cool setup with open kitchen and bar. Cool setting nestled amongst allot of the great dining options Unique flavours. Steak frites were perfectly cooked with hangar steak and fries were crispy and not greasy The tuna tanaki is a must have signature dish. Good selection of beers on tap with the local Phillips as feature brewery - solid choices read more

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Tasty food that comes out quickly. Friendly servers. Paid attention to note about special occasion and got a premium spot. read more

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We had a later reservation, but after a day of hiking the area we were pretty famished. The uber-pleasant hostess was able to get us a table, and we got happy hour prices. The entire staff couldn't have been nicer. Food - it would be a crime to not get the Korean fried chicken. Really really good! Bao buns, flash fried shrimp, and waygu dumplings were great, and quite enough to sate our hunger. A very good local IPA, and it was a great meal. They hit on every point, and I can't recommend this restaurant enough. read more

I loved this place. Went in for a later lunch and had a great server. Got the Korean fried chicken and the salad with beets and a local beer. I couldn't have wanted anything better. Thank you!! read more

I visited Victoria for the Canada Day long weekend. The weather was fantastic, and I thoroughly enjoyed sightseeing downtown, the Parliament building, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, and more. In the evening, we chose an Asian fusion restaurant that caught my eye while browsing for dinner options. I was impressed by both the menu offerings and the ambiance. What we ordered: Saikoro steak(cube steak). Japanese-style grilled tender steak bites. Grated daikon, chili-ponzu sauce, scallions ***This dish had a solid presentation, and I particularly liked the ponzu sauce. Despite the meat being a bit chewy, I thoroughly enjoyed the overall experience. Karaage skewers,Japanese-style deep fried chicken. Spicy mayo side ***It was slightly overcooked, but meat was still juicy and tender. the spicy Moyo sauce was quite good. Chilled ramen - ,Roast chicken slices, cucumber, carrot, daikon, golden beet, bean curd, edamame, kizami nori, smoked bonito sesame-ginger broth. ***One of my favorite dishes was the sesame ginger-based bonito soup. It could be enjoyed as either Ramen salad or cold soup ramen. I highly recommend trying this dish. Duck spring roll with nan jing sauce,Nam Jim sauce. ***The highlight of the night was the best dish. The Nam Jim sauce, inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine, was a delightful blend of lime, fish sauce, garlic, and chili. The sauce was truly excellent. The duck spring roll was incredibly crispy, and I particularly enjoyed the flavorful duck filling. Matcha cheese cake, Yuzu honey sauce ***The cheesecake wasn't overly sweet. Its texture was creamy and light. While the matcha flavor was a bit subtle, I still enjoyed it, especially when paired with the yuzu honey sauce. Miso creme brûlée. ***I enjoy the Miso Crème Brûlée. The distinct Miso flavor adds a delightful twist, creating a satisfying combination of sweet and a hint of salt. I highly recommend trying this dessert. I really enjoyed the restaurant's vibe and the diverse menu selection. I plan to visit again and explore different dishes on the menu. read more

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We visited Block Kitchen on a Thursday evening and immediately felt comfortable in a warm and welcoming space. We shared the Zen Salad, which had a delicately flavored ginger dressing and a super fresh mix of interesting ingredients. Our entree was a generous, exquisitely balanced Japanese Chicken Curry over rice, with pickled vegetables and toasted pita. We also got a smoked tofu humbao which was surprisingly huge! I am not generally a fan of smoke-flavoring, but this was really subtle and exceptional. I wish we had left room for dessert, because there were some really tempting options. Great service, reasonably priced, and overall, a delightful and memorable meal. read more

Tried Block for the first time last night with a friend, and it was fantastic! The cocktails were outstanding--so flavorful and well-crafted. We started with the salmon tartare, which was incredibly fresh, and the seaweed crackers paired with it perfectly. The ambiance was cute, dark, and romantic, with friendly and helpful service to match. The gyozas were amazing, and the pork belly bao bun was a definite highlight. Definitely check out this new spot in downtown Victoria! read more

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I ordered the tofu lettuce wraps which were very good, nice small pieces of tofu cut up, the peanut sauce with it was very good. My son ordered the Korean kalbi short ribs which were a little tough but we just found the small plate that they gave him for the ribs was difficult to cut them up on and they didn't give him a real knife just a butter knife. Waitress was very kind and helpful. read more

Block Kitchen = Bold Flavors + Beautiful Vibes! If you're looking for a cozy spot in Victoria with unforgettable Asian-fusion food. this is it! We ordered the Shirley Temple, Pork Kimchi Gyozas, Takoyaki, Saikoro Steak, Korean Short Ribs, Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps, and Steamed Rice and every single dish was a win. The desserts were equally amazing especially the Matcha Cheesecake and Crème Brûlée. The vibe is stylish and relaxed, the staff were so kind and detailed, and the entire experience felt special from start to finish. Highly recommend this gem! read more

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The service is top notch here! We arrived early for our reservation and they accommodated us. They were so friendly and attentive. The food was amazing as well. The tuna tataki was definitely our favorite of the three dishes. Wish we had a location in Vancouver! read more

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Food was generally excellent and creative. A major complaint however is that we were not steered away from choosing the prawn pancake. It took forever to come out, was buried in a sweet sauce, and was thin on the prawns. Too many competing flavors. Best to discontinue it from what seems to be a great menu read more

I took my husband and nine-year old to Block Bar thinking it was a different restaurant that I had visited previously. It has a low-key but friendly vibe. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They were observant and were able to provide excellent service without hovering which I loved and appreciated. We ordered several different things including cocktails and mocktails (the non alcoholic spiced rum is divine), and shareable plates like the lettuce wraps, steamed buns, pork belly, gyoza and edamame. It was all delicious! The sauces accompanying the dishes were the perfect balance to the flavors of each dish and we honestly ate more than we should have! We definitely recommend going to Block Bar for amazing Asian fusion food and delightful drinks in a cozy and intimate space. read more

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Great vibe and real human service. Chad and the staff made me feel welcome and I just made happy hour. I left happy. read more

Block Kitchen + Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

The food was fresh , the service was friendly and great suggestions and the hanging flower pots and good vibes made our time in Victoria great. Highly recommended calamari and matcha cheesecake . read more

The Block was an amazing spot to eat and drink at during our short stop in Victoria. Our waitress was fantastic, very nice, helpful, and genuine. The food came out really fast and tasted phenomenal. Our drinks were also great! The whole setting was also lively and great to be around. read more

Block Kitchen + Bar - Lettuce Wraps, Duck Spring Rolls, Calamari - Asian Fusion Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

On a tour bus with a stop in Victoria. Saw the reviews for this restaurant and tried it out. Thank you the recommendations were spot on.

we were wandering around downtown victoria and looking at the menus posted outside to see which restaurant would be most agreeable to all in our party of four, one being vegan. we agreed the menu at the block kitchen and bar looked the best with interesting items (asian fusion), small and large plates. we walked in just before 6:00 pm on a monday night and was greeted by a friendly server. we were seated shortly after, without reservations and the restaurant was already quite full. this place is trendy, relaxed, sophisticated and casual. our server was extremely patient and helpful with answering our questions and checking to see what can be done with substituting dishes to make it vegan friendly. many of the dishes are great for sharing. we had the chopping block salad, with orange balsamic dressing, it was fresh, light, and colourful. we had the lightly seared ahi tuna tataki, with seaweed salad, and it was delicious. the thai mushroom risotto was rich and flavourful with a slight heat. we also had their tokyo fries topped with smoked bonito flakes, japanese mayo and takoyaki sauce (a tad salty) and korean fried chicken (least favourite). we ended with the dark chocolate pot de creme, and it was perfection. this restaurant is a real gem, great ambience, fabulous food, highly recommend, and will definitely come back. read more

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Love the food and the service. Big city vibe with small city prices inventive dishes, and cocktails. We definitely go back.

We found this place through YELP, and it only had 30 reviews but those 30 were excellent. The we realized it has only been opened for less than a year and a half. This place was amazing! We love the Asian Fusion Tapas style dining. Everything on the menu is unique and flavorful! Coming from a large city in USA with lots of restaurants, please know this review is genuine, and I don't give 5 stars that often. read more

Block Kitchen + Bar - Take Yaki - Asian Fusion Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

When we went to Block Kitchen for happy hour, everything was fantastic. Nice ambiance. I enjoy how warm and welcoming it is. The hosts provided excellent service and extended an inviting greeting. We had the steamed tofu buns and takoyaki, both of which were tasty. Additionally, we had to try the miso crème brûlée because the host encouraged we do so, and it was delicious. Their flavours were all fantastic. We shall return. Highly recommended. read more

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The food and drinks were delicious! The service was great! The murals on the were interesting. We'll definitely be back.

The service was friendly and top notch. The food was creative yet very delicious. The Ambiance and decor was artsy boujee I guess, I liked it very much. Our server was attentive and we were able to get a couple of drinks and didn't have to wait too long for the food or the check. I would definitely go back if we had time. We ordered the Shrimp, the short rib, and the Korean fried chicken. All were super tasty and delicious. I had a drink that had rum and mint in it and my husband had their take on an old fashioned and it was really good. read more

Service was immaculate. Food was absolutely incredible. We got the chop salad and pork belly lettuce wraps and both were so delicious. Staff was amazing and quick! Drinks were also delicious! Couldn't recommend this place more! read more

Block Kitchen + Bar - Drinks - Asian Fusion Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Food was very good. Enjoyed the experience sitting at the bar and watching the folks cooking and prepping in the kitchen. Nice selection of beer too. read more

Good food, but expensive. The night we went was really quiet - only three parties were there, which made it seem uneventful.

Lovely ambiance. Creative and absolutely unforgettable Korean inspired dishes. We went for happy hour and had great Negronis and several appetizers. The bao bun stuffed with pork belly was so yummy. The prawns were so smoky and out of this world (not on happy hour menu). The tofu lettuce wraps with two sauces delicious and the best kimchi I ever tasted. Never thought I'd have anything great to say about edamame beans but they serve theirs nice and warm, salted and sprinkled with a little spice. Soooo good! Friendly lovely staff! Sweetheart manager. read more

There is such a warm and friendly vibe in this place! The food is delicious - try the Okonomiyaki and the calamari! A great place for a beer or cocktail and a snack, or a dinner. Such tasty food! The service staff and the culinary team are all about making your experience special. read more

This meal was the best we've had in a very very long time. Everything soooo flavorful. Had the walnut quinoa salad (amazing dressing), prawns, tuna, Korean chicken.... All incredible! Lettuce wraps were good but not incredible (got beef it was like stewed meat). Had a drink it was top notch too! Highly recommend! read more

Wow the food is okay but the price is definitely 5 star plus. This place is way over rated. They located next to Ferris's which seems like a great move as far as traffic goes. That's why we tried it. In any case if your looking for mediocre food at a high price The Block is the place. If your looking for a taste of Victoria at a reasonable price check out next door. read more