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

=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE Good food, good service - the price is…read moreabout the same as other steakhouses (so you're not paying extra for the view/location) - the only drawback really is if you're driving here - best wishes finding parking on the nearby streets/parking garages as it can be busy during tourist season! === 2. FOOD Tomahawk Steak ($196) You need to wait 45 minutes but if you and 2-3 friends can wait, it's tender and worth it! Side: Brussels Sprouts ($13) Interesting how they serve just the leaves here (no stems). I found the cheese topping a little too much but some others at our table enjoyed them. Side: Sautéed Mushrooms ($14) They were good, but the portion size was underwhelming as everyone at the table noticed. Calamari ($22) A good appetizer to share; this was something we would all do again/ Lobster Seafood Feast ($194) Clams, mussels, salmon, shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, and of course, a lobster to booth - it's likely best shared between 4 people, but it's pretty good (see picture)! It came with potatoes and vegetables which were cooked well. Caesar Salad ($18) Shareable between 2 people, this was tasty. Kid's Meal - Grilled Cheese Sandwich ($14.50) It may be a little disappointing considering the price (drink is still optional) but they did use thick-slice Texas Toast and the fries were from fresh potatoes. Missouri Buttercake ($15.50) The good folks of Missouri are lucky to enjoy this tasty treat! === 3. SERVICE We had a lady from Ireland serve us and she was fantastic and patient with our large group and my little one! === 4. ENVIRONMENT It's a little on the dark side like all steakhouses and a little cramped in that I would not bring our baby stroller in here unless we really had to. Wheelchair's may or may not ingress not fit easily. Beyond that, the envvironment what clean and not unlike many darker-toned steakhouses around the continent. Parking is the big challenge - during tourist season in Victoria, you may be hard-pressed to find a street spot or decently priced parking garage in downtown Victoria!

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.

First time at Shucks. Super relaxed, I love Seafood. I had the Oyster P'Oboy, it' is oyster place…read moreafter all. I loved it. The oysters were perfectly fried and still juicy. The sandwich is delicious. Service was great. Definitely returning. Give it a try you won't regret it.

One of the best Happy Hours on our trip to the Island! Great quality and well priced oysters, the…read moreoctopus ceviche hit the spot, and an amazing crisp lager to boot! The mignonettes and house sauces are each really good. The service was fantastic and prompt, and the atmosphere is fun and friendly. It gets loud when it's full, but you can still have a normal conversation level at your table. I would definitely come back again for the yummy oysters!

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

Very cute and small restaurant. My husband got oysters and beer. He was please with them and liked…read moreit here. I had only water because I'm full from dinner. Dessert is on its way and I'm sure it's delish! Service is good !!

This place is cute! I appreciate the heritage feel. Fireside Grill has such a cozy, welcoming…read moreatmosphere, perfect for happy hour, lunch or dinner. The food is fresh and beautifully plated, and the service is warm and attentive. We came here during happy hour and had the Margherita pizza, prawn sushi roll and the gambas al ajillo. They were so good. The pizza was my favourite. Great crust and toppings. Excellent service as well. Always a pleasure coming here!

Service was fine, cider with lime was great! Budda bowl (hot…read morecabbage?) and Thai prawns were mediocre. We have been many times over the years this meal was a total disappointment.

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

Food: Fantastic Italian Cuisine. I loved the "Babette's Feast" sandwich!…read moreService: A bit slow on the uptake, but once we were connected with a server everything went smoothly and quickly. Ambiance: Intimate space under control of caring staff.

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.

Real Experience Friend Before: "Ugh. I don't like fish and…read morechips" Friend After: "I was wrong. These are great" Enjoyed the grilled halibut tacos and cornbread, but the lingcod fish and chips took the gold. Tartar was great.

This is one of the best meals I've had in a long time! To start, we were seated on the patio…read moreoverlooking the water and downtown Victoria on a beautiful summer evening. Our server was fantastic and super accommodating (noting allergies and whatnot). And to top it off, the food was incredible! I wish I could eat here all the time, everything from appetizers to desserts you cannot go wrong. Everything was beautifully plated and the flavors were perfectly balanced

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.