So glad we found this local cute little place that was open at the time we needed lunch (12pm)…read morebefore flying back to the states. Food is great, everyone love the dish they ordered. Quality Italian food. Tracy is super nice, not rushing, relaxing and created a great atmosphere experience for us.

Discovered La Baia by accident while in White Rock. We were beyond highly impressed and will most…read moredefinitely go back! When you enter the restaurant you might find it a bit quirky (the colour scheme and decor), but do not let this deter you from their outstanding food and quality of service! Within a minute or two of being seated, our waiter (he could have been the manager he was very professional), first brought us water and delightful warm Italian bread with amazing olive oil. Shortly after, our waiter then reviewed the specials and suggested the grilled octopus as a starter to share between the two of us. WOW, this was truly the best grilled octopus we have ever had! The dish was grilled to absolute perfection and the seasoning flavours were delightful. It was an adequate portion to share and would have been enough as a solo main dish for one. For mains we ordered the seafood lasagna and the chicken parmesan. The seafood lasagna was superb. Filled with a wonderful cream sauce and lots of fresh seafood, every bite was divine. The portion was large and almost enough for two. The chicken parmesan was amazing (also one of the best we have had), served with al dente fresh vegies and again, could have been a portion size for two. We both took leftovers home for lunch and they were great. Dining at this "hidden gem" was a wonderful experience! If you are looking for authentic Italian food, professional service, La Baia is definitely a place to visit.

The pizza was truly extraordinary and the wait was truly long even tho the store front was rather…read moreempty. Sounds like most people place their order online or via uber eats. The store front is small with a 2-3 seater high bench and plenty of table outside (except it was too cold to sit outside on a rainy October evening). My small pizza was going to take 25 minutes but they were able to make it 20mins. I got the dizzy d-lux as per my friend Jack's recommendation and it was truly delicious, wish I had gotten a larger size to share with everyone. Small was recommended a a a personal size pizza. Sad to know that I've found a truly amazing pizza place that's such a long drive away. By the time I got home an hour later, the pizza was not pipping hot anymore, I can't imagine how much better it was going to taste while it's fresh! I'd totally make a trip out for this pizza in the future. Dizzy d-lux - Marinara, Cheese, Pepperoni, Beef, Mushroom, Hot Banana Pepper, Basil, & Parmesan. Substituted the hot banana pepper with red pepper - how kind of her because i was worried that it would be too spicy. staff was friendly and knowledgeable in their recommendation.

We held a belated Mother's Day dinner this weekend and Emilio's team made it very enjoyable. It was…read morethe first time over 10 years my parents had pizza, and everything came together well and efficiently - ordering by phone went smoothly, they had our order right when they said they would, and the pizzas were all delicious. Hats off to the team in the kitchen; the crust on the pizzas were nice and crispy, while the calzone had a perfect finish with a nicely chewy crust. The tuscan chicken and buddy bacon cheeseburgers were the house favourites. All and all, thanks for a great Mother's day dinner (and some amazing leftovers for tomorrow). We'll definitely be returning again.

The food, atmosphere and service was fantastic! I ordered the Sofia Loren and was not disappointed!…read more(It was the table favorite!) Worth the drive... I live in Bellevue. :) Thanks Raffaele and Nicholas for a wonderful experience!

I don't know whether to rave about the phenomenal food or the exceptional service first. We drive…read moreover an hour just to eat here. We're originally from NY but let me tell you, Nonna Luisa Ristorante beats "the best," most well known Italian restaurants in and around NYC. Hands down. There's no way anyone could possibly leave this place feeling anything other than full, happy, and excited to come back. Like a true Italian family, Nonna's won't let anyone go hungry. We were planning on having dinner here one night but the ferry was late. By the time we pulled up it was already 30 minutes after they closed so we sat in our car parked across the street looking up what other places might still be open. The owner happened to be outside and shouts "Are you hungry?!" They had already cleared out for the night, there weren't people still sitting down eating. But he invited us in anyway. I would've expected our server Carmen to be annoyed because I'm sure she wanted to go home but instead she welcomed us in just like the owner did. We thanked her and apologized but she said "that's what we do here, we take care of people." They even gave us a free desert since we were celebrating a birthday. Come here because you're hungry, come here to celebrate, come here because you don't feel like cooking, come here because it's a random Wednesday... just come here.

Delicious deliciousness!!!! We ordered different kinds of pasta dishes- Alfredo, Ragu, pesto, and a…read morechicken dish with pasta, and we purchased their muffins- all very tasty. Enough food to last us many servings. You must try this place! Made with

In the middle of nowhere, or more industrial area, comes a family owned restaurant serving Italian…read morepasta comfort food. Cafeteria style. Very spacious and everyone was friendly. Just like coming home to grandma's cooking. The pasta is worth a drive for. Al dente, and flour itself was tasty. You can also feel the texture of the pasta allowing the sauce to be cling on to. The herbs running through the beef stew were very balanced. I prefer my gnocchi to be crispy but these boiled dumplings were ok too. Worked very well with the meat sauce. Will definitely come back to sample their other offerings.

We dropped by for lunch on a sunny day. We received a friendly greeting from the folks at the host…read morestand, chose an outside table, and enjoyed the beautiful view across the water. We opted for the short-rib sliders and the pork sliders. Both were tender and tasty and just the right amount of food for us. Their Malbec and Hazy IPA were nice complements to the meal. Our server (darn, forgot her name -- brunette with glasses) was friendly and remembered to check in on us. I heard a neighboring table ask question and rather than saying "I'm not sure" and leaving it at that, she went inside and returned with the answer. So tasty food, tasty view, and great service.

Everytime I visit the strip I know this place is a reliable spot to come to eat. I love their…read moreoutdoor patio and the all of the staff are great. I love getting a beer or Aperol spritz with a burger.

Stopped in for lunch on Wednesday, and what a great experience! Starting with the hostess, the…read morestaff was excellent. We had "Margreat" for our server and could not have been happier. She was on the ball, full of life, with a great smile. It was Wednesday, and you get 30% off wine, so why not share a bottle? I had a Caesar Salad and Mussels, and my better half had the Braised Short Rib Poutine. The Caesar was fresh, and the dressing was as expected. It was drizzled with Balsamic that added a nice twist as it was just a very small amount. Some chefs overdo it and in my mind, run the salad. The mussels had a red sauce that made me nervous at first. I'm traditional and like a garlic butter sauce. I was pleasantly surprised! It was light, and if I didn't see the color, I would have thought it was a lemon garlic sauce, amazing! The Poutine did not have a lot of meat, but the flavor was excellent and overall a great dish. If you are looking for a wonderful view on the coast with a great vibe, this is it! It's like the old-style beachfront place you would find in a movie. Seating is upstairs and its just has this old world feeling. Give it a try!

We attend this restaurant on a Saturday night with reservations and glad we had them. This place…read morewas packed when we got there and there was a line up after we left. On their site the ask for a 2 hour time limit and I can see why. Service was a tad slow for my liking but it was quick enough. They gave a large menu and that includes many fish dishes. A good place to go if you want fish. I had the lamb shank which was delicious. Everything was hot when it came to the table. I'm a stickler for being served dinner. One diner ordered the crab bisque. They were sorry the didn't order the bowl. Lots of crab in it. Scallop and prawn salad was ordered and it was very good. The curry Kahula was excellent. The one down fall of this evening was the noise. It is open floor and tables were packed in there. There were a couple of larger parties seated as well. You are on the second floor and I didn't notice how to get a wheel chair or walker to the floor. Had to dock a star for the noise and handicap assesability. You also look out over the ocean and area and sunsets could no be beat having dinner there a must return place to try other dishes

What a fabulous menu! Get the charcuterie board! Even with a gluten allergy, they were able to…read moresubstitute GF bread for the board. The GF pizza was unreal !! I definitely recommend. Caitlin, the manager, took great care of our party. She was helpful with suggestions for our group. The tables are nice and roomy and the music was not too loud. It was very easy to enjoy conversations with our guests.

This was close to hotel and it did not disappoint. Everything was great and it was fast.read more

My wife and I went to Caprice Movie theater in White Rock. We were there a couple of hours early,…read moreso we decided to go into Red Rose Restaurant for a bite. As soon as we walked in, the delicious smell of Greek and Italian food was intoxicating. We were quickly greeted by a very energetic and friendly waitress, who invited us to sit where we would like. Melodie ordered the sautéed mushrooms for our appetizer. They were amazing. It wasn't four mushrooms on a dish, it was a full dish. For our main dishes, Melodie ordered the Souvlaki (chicken kabobs), and I ordered the Roast lamb. We both enjoyed our meal. The lamb was tender and full of flavor. The portions were more than enough. We were happy to have leftovers knowing we would enjoy it later. I'm so glad we discovered Red Rose. It'll be on our "best" list. I would give Red Rose 5/5.

Red Rose is a nice and cozy Greek/Italian restaurant. The staff and owner are…read morefriendly and helpful. I tried the lamb souvlaki and the calamari there. Both the lamb and calamari were average (good but not great). The sides were tasty but I would not say authentic Greek-tasting. I got there around supper time on a weeknight and it was fairly busy. A good sign that locals like the place

Il Terrazzo was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. We were seated in the cutest…read morelittle corner that felt authentically Italian -- cozy, intimate, and full of charm. As someone with celiac who also loves food, dining out can be stressful, but their gluten‑free awareness absolutely blew me away. The staff didn't just offer GF options -- they understood them. Our server was incredible: knowledgeable, kind, and completely confident about every accommodation available. I never once felt like a burden for asking questions. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the care they put into allergy‑friendly dining made the whole experience feel special. Highly recommend for anyone with celiac, allergies, or food sensitivities -- and for anyone who just wants a truly lovely meal.

What a wonderful place to enjoy a meal in downtown Victoria. We were on a cruise and decided to eat…read moreoff the ship for a meal. A local recommended this restaurant to our group. Our waiter was very good throughout the meal with great suggestions and service. Highlights of the meal were the calamari tubes appetizer, lamb chops, and scallops and shrimp with a creamy sauce. The place has a very nice environment and feel to it.