Great little spot, like others have stated, make sure you actually go to Perro Negro…read more If I remember correctly, we were directed on the first level and second level before we found the spot. The vibe in the restaurant was nice. Felt like we were teleported away for a few hours. Everyone was chatting away eating. It was an open space, but not hard to have a conversation. Our waitress was prompt and attentive. She made great recommendations on wine and food. We ended up taking advantage of their special shared tapas menu for two at $59.50 CAD. I ordered some wine by the glass to go with some of the dishes. We didn't have any preference in the order, so our waitress brought things out as we finished. The spread included bacon wrapped stuffed dates, chorizo puffs, salad, veggies, croquettas, patatas bravas, prawns, beef short ribs, and a chocolate mousse-like dessert. Everything was so tasty! It starts off so well with the bacon wrapped stuff dates and you think there will be a dip in taste at some point. I believe the only dish we didn't finish were the veggies, done ratatouille style, we were pretty full so we chose not to finish this one and make sure we could eat dessert. She did figure out I was american when I tried to give her my credit card. I always forget they bring those credit card devices to your table outside the US. I would definitely go back to try some of the other menu options.

Upscale Taperia. Good wine and beer selection. Not much on the alcohol free menu. Double down on…read morethe octopus and skip the rockfish.

We arrived around 2:00pm on a Saturday afternoon, and no one else was there. The full menu was not…read moreavailable, so we chose a couple items that were available--the empanadas and the carne asada. The cheese empanadas were good, but the cheese and the chicken empanada was not great, thanks to boiled, flavorless chicken. The house-made tortillas that accompanied the carne asada were very good. The steak was on the tough side. Service was quick but not particularly attentive. The young woman at the counter brought out our food but never asked how it was. The place is a dive, but with the exception of the women's restroom, is clean. The toilet in the women's restroom was gross, the toilet paper was sitting on the sink, and the paper towel dispenser was broken.

So good!! Some…read morebackground on El Mana-- established in 2019..yes the beginning of the Corona era, this eatery has survived to introduce Bellingham to Honduran/Guatemalan cuisine. I think it is safe for me to state that El Mana is the only place where you could get some traditional Honduran/Guatemalan food. They have baleadas wrapped with their homemade tortilla. They also offer on their menu: tamales; pupusa; savery or sweet empanadas; Pollo (fried chicken with fries) fritos; and their version of enchiladas. Be warn their enchiladas dishes are not the ones you normally encounter at a Mexican or Latin restaurant. These Honduran enchiladas are made in the style of a tostada. Crispy corn tortillas, piled with meat, veggies, cheese, and eggs. The owner is a baker so make sure you try some of his bake goods. I got one of their freshly baked Guatemalan bread that I was told Hondurans eat along with their coffee for breakfast. I can see why-- it tasted like a muffin or a donut. My kids enjoyed it on our drive home. Some background on El Mana-- opened as a store front in 2019..yes the beginning of the Corona era, this eatery has survived to introduce Bellingham to Honduran/Guatemalan cuisine. I think it is safe for me to state that El Mana is the only place where you could get some traditional Honduran/Guatemalan food. They have the traditional baleadas using their homemade tortilla. They also offer on their limited menu: tamales; pupusa; savery or sweet empanadas; Pollo (fried chicken with fries) fritos; and their version of enchiladas. Be warn their enchiladas dishes are not the ones you normally encounter at a Mexican restaurant. These Honduran enchiladas are made in the style of a tostada. Crispy corn tortillas, piled with meat, veggies, cheese, and eggs. The owner is a baker so make sure you try some of his bake goods baked by him fresh daily. I got one of their Guatemalan bread that I was told Hondurans eat along with their coffee for breakfast. I can see why, it tasted to me like a muffin or a donut. My kids enjoyed it on our drive home. The location of the restaurant is within a strip mall off Birchwood, so it may be hard to find, but lots of parking available. Family own and run--from the owner's daughter who runs the front of the restaurant to the owners themselves who put a lot of their own love into the food they put out. The dining area is spacious and perfect for a small or large group to come dine. The owners daughter, who also works there said they wanted the space to be a place where families could come together and enjoy all the food she loved growing up with her mom's cooking. Food is one of the things that bring people together and at the same time expose them to other cultures. Can't wait to bring my family here to dine.

Go here! I promise it will not disappoint this little establishment packs some big flavors...read more

I can't believe I waited this long to try the Caribbean Lunchbox because it is some of the tastiest…read morefood available on the Island. Order the jerk chicken thigh meal with your favorite side and tell me it's not 10/10 delicious.

I hadn't been to Red Rum since wayyyy before covid, so I was excited to meet up with a friend for…read morehappy hour there last week. Red Rum is still the quintessential tiki bar, with mid-century vibes and lots of tiki accents (including my favorite: the immortal drink umbrella). We arrived just as they opened (happy hour starts at 4!) and enjoyed a couple of cocktails and a hearty order of fries on a pretty quiet weekday afternoon. While not the bar's fault, their downtown Bham block (even during broad daylight!) has become pretty sketchy since my last visit. Unfortunately, some of that crowd periodically stopped in to pay cash for a strong, quick shot (or two or three) of alcohol while we were there. To us, as solo females, it made the vibe feel a little off. The drinks were strong, though, and warmed us up on a chilly winter evening.

The service here was amazing not to mention the drinks took me to an island getaway! So tasty and…read moredelicious - very memorable!! The space has the cutest decor and best ambiance! Love the style and the music wasn't too loud so I was able to enjoy the company I was with!

We came on a weekday evening and we were the only table at that time. Service was friendly though…read morewe were left alone the majority of the meal except when they server came by to take our order and get our bill. Other than that, no one really checked up on us though some people (owners? employees?) did walk by. Food was tasty though we both found the jerk chicken and shrimp salty (it was a bit spicy for me but that's just my tolerance). For around $25 for my dish after tax and tips, I can't say I left completely satisfied. I like supporting local businesses and would recommend trying though!

I really wanted to love this place more then I did. I originally just wanted a Coco bread and patty…read moresandwich. However, it appeared you could not put the two together when ordering and the server (I think) was extremely nice but she had to go back and ask with every order. It was weird since it showed on the website you could get a beef patty and coco bread. In the end I ended up getting a patty in a coco bread but it was so complicated to order. My husband got the same thing and an order of Johnny cakes with the Mango butter. The best thing about the whole experience was the Johnny Cakes and the mango butter. It was truly the mango butter that had me bring a smile to my face. If I could, I would of slathered the whole butter in the Johnny cakes.When it comes to the beef patty, my husbands was warm yet mine was ice cold in the middle. Clearly microwaved I would assume. In the end it was just an okay experience if that. I would like to see more consistency with the menu and the knowledge of it and the promise of fresh made food being true. It sure didn't taste like that with the patty.

The jerk chicken roti is as good as everyone says! There's a small selection of Jamaican sodas that…read morecompliment the food nicely. Location is nice and you can sit inside during covid. I will definitely be going back again soon.

I found this place in a Victoria tourist magazine (The Local Experience) and without fail wanted to…read moretry it. My boyfriend and I decided to go for a late lunch and split the Jerk Chicken Roti to-go. The gentleman working was by himself and had some issues with the credit card machine but was very gracious and the food was amazing. The flavor and sauces were incredibly tasty with the perfect amount of spice. It was the perfect late snack we were looking for but could have definitely been a meal if we didn't split it. I'd recommend and would visit again for sure.

Let it be known. I LOVE Jamaican patties. I see them. I eat them…read more Today, I was dropping off some Yelp swag to The Real Patty Co for the Yelp Elite Experience. I couldn't help myself. I needed to buy some of their ready-to-heat patties to bring home. I am so happy I did. My wife wanted something quick to eat after getting off work and it was the perfect opportunity to suggest the mild beef patties I had just brought home. She popped them in the toaster oven at 350F for 15mins and huzzah! The house smells amazing and we both get to enjoy a patty. The pastry is light and flakey while the beef is lean and flavourful. I wanted to eat another one or two, but I gotta save them to enjoy with my daughter. A five pack will set you back $15 and is well worth it. I'll be buying more and taking advantage of their delivery services.

Yummy! Great customer service and the Patties are delicious. Ordered too many but they won't last…read morelong. Will order again!

the food and waitstaff were fantastic but go once the sun has gone down. the restaurant is an open…read moreconcept without walls or air conditioning. We were squinting from the sun and sweating the entire tlme.

We had only a few hours to tour the city and grab a bite during our port stop in fair Victoria. The…read moreline was dauntingly long, but it moved relatively quickly (really, there are menus posted while you wait, so you should be ready to go when you reach the order window, but my American is showing). Put simply, this is among the best fish and chips I've ever had. I got the one piece halibut and the bisque. The bisque has a chipotle coconut base, and it's unique and delicious. The fish was fried to perfection, and the halibut inside was a steamy triumph. I added some chipotle lime mayo for the chips. The tartar was lemony and crisp. Chips had that perfect crunchy outer shell with the pillowy potato innards. Cooked to perfection fish and chips while you watch the takeoff and landing of seaplanes. O Canada!

When I came to Cool Runnings, the restaurant was still closed when I arrived sometime after 5, due…read moreto a scheduled catering. Even with the shortage of staff, someone still welcomed me in. I ordered the Jerked Chicken and Pork Combo with the Amani's Nut Milk cocktail. The drink had a good balance of rum and natural flavouring that almost taste like coconut. The meal came with complimentary soup that was very flavourful. Despite being somewhat spicy, I really enjoyed the meal. The meat was succulent and nicely marinated. The rice and salad were solid good. The interior was dark but clean and spacious. They play reggae music in the establishment, either on a player or live in the restaurant to give it that Jamaican authenticity. The one staff member that served me was very pleasant and did a lot to accommodate me, including making a drink that she did not think she could do. This is a great restaurant for genuine Jamaican food. I hope the next time I come to Cool Runnings, the experience will be better.

Really cool, fun, place. Very not covid safe, if you're into that kind of thing (most staff don't…read morehave masks and no patrons wear masks, even during time periods when masks are mandated). Food ranges from decent to great, depending on the dish. Stews are passable. Fricasse is amazing. Reservations are required during covid. Don't make the trip out here without a reservation!

This place was awful Rude and under cooked pastry, only went…read moreinto support local business Also only got the Yelp app to complain Never again (There was a very nice older lady who was super sweet, silver lining)

Dropped in the other day for beef patty. The menu is all displayed on the wall in the restaurant. I…read morestood there checking out the menu and no one was to be seen. I could hear sounds coming from the back of the restaurant. After a while I noticed a bell on the counter. I dinged the bell and up came a man. He didn't seem happy at all. I placed my order for a beef patty and he asked if I wanted it heated. I told him to go ahead and heat it up. After I paid him he disappeared into the back again. I sat down at one of the tables and ate my patty. First bite I found it very tasty but also very salty. The crust had a nice curry flavor too. The place is dated. The food is all freshly made. There is only street parking.