Rocked up with a group of 9 after a tour from the cruise ship....seated quickly, service excellent…read more And OMG they had my very favorite fish for their fish and chips: haddock!! We also had their seafood chowder, which was perfection. Large portions, good prices, excellent service, FABULOUS fish and chips.

We stopped by this restaurant while on a cruise, and it was the perfect spot for a meal before…read moreheading back to the ship. The ambiance is fantastic,it's upscale and inviting, making it a great choice for anything from a date night to a relaxed meal with friends. The service really stood out, too. Our waitress, Lola, was an absolute doll! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Highly recommend checking this place out!"

This was a splurge for us and wow, what a great choice we made! Service was exceptional. Crystal…read morewas really looking out for us! (But don't ask for a dessert recommendation - she loves everything!) We went early on a Saturday and initially it was pretty quiet - it really picked up by the time we left. Cocktails and wine were good. The calamari was well cooked but could have used more sauce. Fish was excellent (halibut and sablefish). We splurged on key lime pie and coffee and wow, we were stuffed and satisfied!

I was very hungry for the mussels,this was very different from local island and never had mussels…read morethis size,very tasty

WAY convenient if staying at the Hotel Grand Pacific. Beautiful indoor & outdoor seating (try and…read moresit on the heated outdoor patio). Came here for breakfast x2 and dinner. Breakfast was good - yoghurts, continental style, etc. Recommend the pancakes (3 cakes) so you can try Alberta maple syrup. Dinner was a leisurely-paced (2hr) affair. Waiter was outstanding. Started with the Mezze platter with hummus. Unfortunately the hummus lacked flavor. The "short rib" wasn't a typical short rib. It was sous vide at 65 Celsius (~150 F) for a nice medium steak. A bit fatty but good overall. Ended with a chocolate torte, which was fantastic. Definitely come, if a bit pricey.

The service/waiter was spectacular. And the food was…read moreexceptional. I ordered the seafood bisque. Not sure what they are using, but i suspect some kind of seafood based oil. Because I could sea a small layer of oil on the bisque, which I think is where the deep, rich seafood flavor (i.e. lobster flavor) was coming from. The seafood pasta had the same lobster flavors as well. Must try this place again.

Exceptional place amazing caesar made with oyster juice?!!! best ever…read more Oysters ambience service all above and beyond Wish we had more appetite to explore the menu but we saw some fantastic looking seafood go by small inviting place Go there!

We ordered the Salish Sea Steamers, bacon wrapped scallops and the fried clams and fries. My wife…read moreloved the Steamers. I wish the other dishes were as good. The fried clams were rubbery and under-seasoned. The scallops were also rubbery and the bacon under cooked (see pics) as if the dish was microwaved instead of being seared. The house water was room temperature. Service was lacking as we were bypassed often even when there was plenty of wait staff. To add, a huge fly was buzzing by the window throughout most of the meal. I was really looking forward to fresh seafood cooked well.

Had a craving for fish & chips on a Monday mid-afternoon, not many options, found this one online…read more Had a one piece. They kindly gave me some malt vinegar. Generous quantity of fries. Take away, as the atmosphere inside is not conducive to an enjoyable meal. Everything fine, not more not less.

Had a really tasty plate of fish and chips here tonight. It's a mom and pop joint. Very dated but…read morefunctional. It's a cash only establishment. The husband cooks and the wife serves. The food is freshly prepared behind the counter. There are both booths and tables. The prices are the best part. Very reasonable. They also offer Chinese food. Lots of people picking up their orders when I was there. Located in a plaza so lots of parking.

Went there three times in two days because we just couldn't get enough! Had dinner our first night…read morein Victoria and decided to try this place as we were looking for fresh oysters. We called around and other places didn't have any spots open until after 9pm so we booked on Open Table easily a few hours before. From the moment we arrived everything was great. Hostess was courteous and seated us quickly. Our server was friendly and prompt and checked on us regularly to make sure everything was great. We ordered oysters, double smash burger,Seafood Tagiatelle, Laksa and the Steamed Mussels and Clams with fries. Everything was awesome but the oysters stole the show. The next day, while my wife and oldest and youngest were out on a bike tour, I stopped back at Ferris' with my middle since she was sick and we did takeout for her the night before (extra Laksa). We sat at the bar and order three half dozen oysters and tucked it up with Will the bartender and the rest of the staff as it was happy hour and not too busy. I asked questions about Canadian musicians and we played a game of guess the Canadian artist on Spotify. Again, the oysters were wonderful and the beers were the perfect company to wash down the briny mollusks. We left to meet up with the rest of the family. Upon hearing of our exploits back at Ferris' we all decided to head back to catch the end of happy hour and have dinner. Well five more dozen oysters, chowder, beers later, we finally had our fill and happily rolled out of there and back to our hotel. If you're looking for fresh oysters in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere check this place out. The staff is engaging and the food is top notch. Would definitely recommend!

We dropped in for happy hour but missed it. Oh well. Still had a fabulous oyster platter, a duck…read moretrio, bouillabaisse, black cod and a few cocktails. The food was solid! The portions were really made for one maybe two if you order multiple items but the food was delicious. Service was very nice and attentive, you wanted for nothing. Kudos

Fun experience as always. Great food, pleasant ambiance, excellent service, reasonable pricesread more

We've been here a number of times now and I'm sticking with my five star rating. The food is very…read moregood. We had pizza, crispy Thai prawns and chowder. I love the real clam chowder which isn't that insipid fish chowder so many Victoria restaurants have." Tanya, our server, was a delight. Fireside will remain a regular stop for us.

Pegs has had an amazing run for many years as a safe, comfortable family style Italian eatery with…read moreamazing desserts since 1980s The staff work flawlessly together to make the dining experience perfect and fortunately they need to change nothing to be perfect will always recommend and is always a lunch or dinner choice and preference

Busy and popular place. That being said you get seated pretty fast. The line queues up on the…read moresidewalk and they bring in whoever is next for the table size they have available. We waited only 15-20 minutes on a Sunday evening. Food is solid. Focaccia was good. They have a "build your fish" option - select the fish, select the sauce, select extra sides (for a fee). Butters parmesan fettuccini is included. The wine is all on tap and not very good. Recommend skipping that and getting a cocktail. It's packed pretty tight with tables. Initially I thought our corner tale by the window was not good but I think it was better than being out on the main floor where it was crowded.

The fresh fish here is amazing! Fresh seafood arrives daily from the Pacific. Can't get any…read morefresher! The deep fried halibut was amazing and had a LOT of white flaky fish, not a lot of batter of crust like most places. The tartar sauce was great as well, with a hint of dill. This is a walk-up small place that was recommended by many locals! The fish takes 10-15 minutes and comes out very hot and tasty. There are tables available in front and on the side of the walk-up counter. A must try! There is also a fresh fish market to the rear of the building. A hidden gem!

Four of us for lunch... I had the halibut burger which I…read morethought was tasty (grilled with tartar sauce, pickle, lettuce, tomato and onion). Other three had the panko oyster burgs. Hubby defined his as heavily breaded, chewy flotsam. My MIL also thought the oysters were chewy. Hubby didn't give me a bite...knew it wasn't for me. Fries were great...nice and crisp. Cole slaw was bland. Don't bother. Might go back for fish and chips (they can clearly fry things nicely) or the halibut burger. Outside table was nice in the spring sun.

=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE 4.5 stars: it's a little slow and the…read moreprice is a little high, but the food is tasty overall, the location can be decent, and the service can be good! === 2. FOOD Milk Buns ($8) As part of your appetizer, you can get a couple of buns! They taste ok. Seared Scallops ($30) Four scallops mixed together; they taste decent! Kids Alfredo ($14) It's a basic dish and includes a drink but down not include dessert. Shrimp Cavatelli ($30) A pasta dish that feels healthy and tasty! 12 oz New York Stripling ($49) Overall, it feels expensive but it's decent! Kid's Ice Cream ($7) Kind of expensive, but you get three scoops! Pavlova ($15) Served with seasonal strawberries - they are great! Pandan No. 5 ($13) Another seasonal dessert! === 3. SERVICE Overall it was nice - we were positioned outside and by the border between indoors and outdoors. Things were a little on the slow side but the staff were nice. === 4. ENVIRONMENT Overall it was nice - the restaurant and washrooms were clean and tidy and we were positioned outdoors to see the harbour and enjoy the fresh air. Washrooms include the ability to accommodate wheelchair and handicaps; parking is best done on-site with staff at the hotel entrance (of Inn at Laurel Point) or can be obtained a walk away.

We visited the Aura Waterfront Restaurant in Victoria, BC, during our vacation, eager for what the…read morehype promised--a nice waterfront dining experience. Big mistake. Right at the door, they told us we'd be "needing to wait." We waited over 30 minutes before finally being seated. Once seated, another 20 minutes passed with no water and no acknowledgment from staff. It felt like we'd been placed in the restaurant's awkward introvert corner. Finally, a disrespectful waitress acknowledged us, took our drink orders, and then we waited another 20-30 minutes just for a simple glass of milk for our 10-year-old. By then, the kid was already eyeing the exit. Our waitress approached with the warmth and enthusiasm of a DMV employee on a Monday morning. Her attitude was dismissive and condescending from the start--acting like our presence was an imposition on her perfect day. We ordered: my partner chose the Wild Mushroom Agnolotti, I went for the Aura 6 oz Beef Striploin and a Margherita, and our child ordered a cheeseburger. Thirty minutes later, with our hungry and restless child losing patience, I politely asked for an update. The waitress responded with a condescending tone, "This isn't a fast food joint." I immediately asked to speak to the manager, who, to their credit, handled it professionally and did their best to de-escalate. The food finally arrived--and surprisingly, it was really good. The steak was solid, the agnolotti hit the mark, the burger kept the kid happy, and the Margherita was decent. After that, we had minimal interaction with our server, which honestly was a relief. The food was the bright spot amid an otherwise miserable experience. The slow, disorganized service, her snarky attitude, and the feeling that we were treated like second-class citizens the moment we arrived with a child left a terrible taste that no steak could remove. The high prices only made the disappointment sting more. I will never recommend Aura Waterfront to anyone visiting Victoria, BC. If you're traveling with kids, especially, steer clear--you'll be treated as an inconvenience rather than a valued guest. Save your money and sanity for somewhere that actually appreciates your business.