If a home-cooked comfort meal is what you crave John's place is the most go to place…read more Fun environment a great staff lots of smiles and incredible food

A solid spot with its own distinct vibe and an impressively long menu…read more Great for groups since there's something for everyone, and the portions are generous. Almost too much for one person. One thing that stood out: unlike most diners that only offer one brewed coffee option, this place lets you choose between regular and dark roast. Small detail, but appreciated. I went on a weekday morning, so there was no wait, but the space isn't very large, so I'd recommend making a reservation during peak hours. Staff were friendly overall, and the atmosphere is worth experiencing. That said, while the food was consistently solid, it wasn't particularly memorable. I ordered the Valentino, smoked salmon and poached egg on an English muffin with avocado, but the avocado was completely unripe, which brought down both the texture and the flavor. With a menu this wide, most dishes land in the "good" rather than "great" range, and execution details like that make a difference. If you're going for variety and the overall experience, you'll be satisfied, but if you're hoping for something exceptional, it may feel a bit underwhelming. Bottom line: a reliable brunch option for groups, as long as you're not setting the bar too high on the food itself.

Met a friend on Friday evening. My husband had a steak and said it was great. My friend and myself…read moreboth had the mussels san frites, it was superb. The coconut broth had just enough spice, the bread was fresh and the mussels were plump and delicious. It was my husband's birthday and the brought out 2 chocolate covered strawberries on a plate with a piped Happy Birthday in chocolate, a nice touch We returned for lunch the next day as well as a snack. The crispy California roll is the best I have ever had. I highly recommend this restaurant as well as the pool side bar.

This is a GREAT location with an amazing view. I grew up close to the Snug & have been going there…read morefor years. Unfortunately my last experience was a disaster. Our high school friends have been meeting there for years, however this time the management went out of their way to make our evening terrible. It was simply an impromptu event, a bunch of old high school friends showing up for a pint to reconnect. The staff, while pleasant, had reserved signs on every table & claimed there was no room in the pub which was only half full. Most of the tables remained empty all evening. Certainly not accommodating like when the Walkers were the owners! Most establishments would be welcoming & appreciate the business but after this experience our next meeting won't be at the Snug Pub!

The food was incredible. We got there a little after opening on a Monday morning and the place was…read morepacked before we got our food. I was a little skeptical of benedicts on a bagel but it worked great. I was sad that I couldn't finish it! We also got two of their non caffeinated lattes and those were also amazing--somehow so much more delicious than I can make at home with the same tea bags. If we ever get to visit Victoria again we will DEFINITELY make time to come here.

Blue Fox Cafe is located at the 919 Fort Street, Victoria, BC…read more Food: 5/5 The culinary experience here is consistently exceptional, delicious, and entirely lives up to its stellar local reputation. Every single dish was prepared to perfection, offering robust flavors and great presentation. Service: 3/5 While our actual floor server was an absolute delight, the host seating process created an unnecessary and frustrating headache. As a party of four, we were initially directed to a tiny table meant for just two guests--a completely impossible fit. We had to ask our server to help combine tables, only to learn she needed explicit host approval first . The servers themselves are great, but the front-of-house organization and communication definitely need some improvement. Ambiance (5/5): Loved the overall atmosphere and energy of the cafe.

Holy crap this place is delicious…read more Wow! I guess I'll be back for more because I'm absolutely in love! The humans inside were so welcoming and I ordered the thing I craved which was a serious burger after getting tattooed all day by @annmarietattoo I was amazed from when I first laid eyes on "the biggest cheese skirt" on that cute plate and took a bite of a mouth watering sensational absolute work of art. Took half back to hotel to eat later when I wake up from a much needed nap Just had to share this WOW kind of place because I'll be wowing all the way back home. Super duper recommend stopping by to give your taste buds what they are missing!

The food here is amazing and affordably priced. The salmon was some of the best I've ever had. Will…read moredefinitely return next time we're in Victoria.

Such wonderful service and a great meal! We came to eat breakfast while waiting for the ferry…read more Our waitress, Darcy, was great with our kids and so sweet! We got the pleasure of being served by Frankie himself! He brought coffee and was a joyful presence in the restaurant. The fresh squeezed orange juice was great, food was good and they had a great kids menu! Would definitely recommend!! Thanks!

I love diners, and this one is fabulous!…read more Located right downtown by the inner harbor, on Government Street, this restaurant is large, with two separate doors 1/2 block apart. I loved the spacious interior with the retro diner aesthetic. I loved how it opens at 7am and has a lot of breakfast options, and all are reasonably priced. I love the booths, the soda counter, the chalkboard message board with daily specials on it. I love the cheery and attentive server we had. And, lastly, I love the food here! (I was here for breakfast and my eggs and bacon were EXACTLY how I ordered them, and they also made me a fantastic iced vanilla latte, too). The restaurant and the bathrooms were super clean, too (bonus!). I checked out the extensive menu and realized, heck, I should have come here the day before for lunch. They have so many sandwiches and burgers available. Just wow. IMO this place would be perfect for breakfast or lunch, or a late night snack. (I think they're open until 9pm). If you like traditional diner fare, this is the place to be, for sure.

Service was fast and friendly. I've been wanting to try a smoked salmon eggs Benedict for a while…read morebut was hesitant if I would like it so I tired it here for the first time and it just wasn't my thing but that's on me. However the hollandaise sauce wasn't super good. I've had good hollandaise and this was not the best. The breakfast sandwich was good. Only complaint there was we ordered it without tomato and it came with tomato. The potatoes were SO good and the green sriracha was really good too! Don't love the warm sauce, it's too Smokey like over powered with liquid smoke. The POS could use an update, it was a little confusing, thought the tip was dollar amount but it turned out to be percentage amount. Overall lots of options to pick from and I would try it again.

Great place to grab breakfast. Menu has so many good looking options it was difficult to choose…read more Ended up with the Brisket Hash and it was amazing. Great combination of smokey brisket with sweet and some heat. Had two eggs over easy on top and it was a perfect breakfast. Nice add that the hash is gluten free. Staff were all super friendly and very attentive to our large party. Will definitely be back here to try other dishes.

Very disappointed in the selection at this coffee house. Imagine it is Saturday afternoon and long…read moreweekend at 2pm. Expensive fancy grinders and lovely ambience but dismissive front staff when I inquired why Dark Roast was the only option available. I could get a late or anything else but my request for a regular medium coffee could not be accommodated. Why? and when I inquired why a medium roast couldn't be made with 3 full hours were left in the day. I had family of five looking to order and have snacks and their lack of service. we went elsewhere. Bathroom was void of toilet paper and the other side on complete lock down. no square to spare. don't bother going! find somewhere else.

:::::::Edit from reviewer:::::::::: Not the right location…read more I visited the one by Park Central, over by the Parliament building. Not this store. Two days in a row and will probably make it our morning routine while here. Good, fresh tasting coffee and not bitter like some chain shops. The muffins are fresh, tasty and filled with flavour. The young lady working today recommended the white chocolate berry scone, it was incredible. Fluffy, warm and just the right amount of sweet. Thank you, I'm sorry I didn't get your name but you made my day today.

Came here on a trip to Victoria. Tried the fish dip. It was good. Mildly smokey but light and…read moredelicious. Washed it down with a glass of beer and back on our exploration. Our service was quick and courteous with a casual ambiance. We loved the architecture of the building and the decor of various bikes.

This is a truly adorable place. We stopped in after wandering around, grabbed a drink, and we were…read moreable to hang out and chat as long as we needed. The bartender was unintrusive, but also very knowledgeable and had great recommendations. It was happy hour, so hello discount. I don't remember quite what it was, but happy hours always make me, well, happy. It was maybe a few dollars off the price (pro tip, tip your servers on the full amount!). I've seen other people say you might need reservations but we walked right in and sat at the bar, and it was actually not very populated at all. We didn't have food, but the menu looked good. Some people love Scotch Eggs (I am not one of them) and it's rare to see it on the menu. We meant to go back another day to get one, but ran out of time. If I make it back to Victoria any time soon, I'd love to have a real meal here.

We ate here while coming through on a cruise. Seven of us found quick seating. Make sure you ask…read morefor outside versus indoor as the inside was a bit stuffy. Food was good. I enjoyed my cod and chips. The mac and cheese was enjoyed by my kids. Be warned - a cheese pizza is just cheese on crust so its really heavy. Ambience wise it has an old atmosphere feel and the staff was great.

The Irish Times is such a fantastic find in a lovely part of town. We spent a great evening sitting…read moreout on the sidewalk, but the interior is just as impressive--a beautiful and historic building dating back to 1894 with very lively music playing inside. I was honestly shocked by how good the food was. I had initially assumed it might be a spot primarily for tourists, but a dear friend of mine who is a local mentioned that people in Victoria actually love coming here. She even noted that some friends from her children's school were there just the night before for an alumni weekend. The menu absolutely exceeded my expectations. I was blown away by the fish and chips; the fish was moist with a light batter and wasn't oily at all. The burgers, Irish stew, and shepherd's pie were all delectable as well. The real standout, however, was the sockeye salmon in a pesto preserved lemon broth--it was so addictive that I wish I could replicate the recipe at home. It is very easy to see why this spot has received so many accolades, and I would love to return the next time we are back in Victoria!

I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars. I love this place so much. When I lived in…read moreVictoria, I would come here all the time, but since I've moved to Vancouver, I've only been here once in the last 5-6 months. Buuuut, I finally got to come back here this past weekend and it was like coming home. It had the same comfort-style breakfast foods and the quality was exactly the same, maybe even better (although I could have been biased since I missed this place so much). I usually stick to my usual traditional breakfasts (sausage, egg, bacon, check!), however, whenever I came to Urban Cup, I was trying something different. Whether it's their breakfast or lunch menu, you can't really go wrong. They have a soup + sandwich special that changes daily, and every time it's looked delicious! It's hard to pinpoint what my favourite dish is here. It might be a tie between their hashbrowns (home-style pan fried) or clam chowder. But like I said before, everything on this menu is delicious. What's really nice about UC is that you order and pay right when you walk in, seat yourselves, and the food gets brought out to you. So when you're finished you can take your time and leave whenever, without trying to get your server's attention to pay your bill. It's a bit of a hidden gem really, overshined by the more popular brunch spots like Jam and Blue Fox, but if you're looking to avoid the long lines, pay for a (cheap) amazing breakfast, and don't want to go downtown, then come here. You won't regret it.

Omgosh we love this spot! Super cute and local! Their coffee is fabulous and free refills. But the…read moreshow stopper is the food and the employees. Let's start with the people. They are all sooo NICE! And the food is freshly made everyday! The blueberry muffins are mind numbing good!! Loaded with berries! we shared a breakfast veggie sandwich and the hash brown potato wedges were also fantastic! They were crispy and nicely seasoned so they had tons of flavor. And their homemade hot sauce is like a wing sauce. Delicious!