Loved the Zombie last time I was in, a bit pricey but ambiance was worth it. Hope to come back…read moreagain. Any happy hour specials??

TL;DR: Yes, it's a tiki bar. That's about as far as it goes…read more Drinks: Coming from someone with a rum shelf and a closet of tiki mugs, this was thin. Very limited rum selection, nothing distinctive. The menu reads like flashcards: Trade Winds, Trader Vic's Grog, Saturn. Correct, competent. Vibe: The ambiance is fun and well done. It checks the boxes, but it doesn't push past them. What could be better: Depth. The rum program feels bare, and there's no sense of curiosity. Bottom line: If you don't know tiki, you'll probably have a good time. If you do, have a daiquiri and move on. My review matches what the locals say - Yup, it's a tiki bar.

TL;DR: A worthwhile cocktail bar with the right mood and…read moresolid execution. Setting your expectations correctly is key here. Drinks: We had four cocktails between the two of us. All were good and well made, but a couple felt slightly out of balance, keeping them from hitting the excellent tier. Service: Attentive, professional, and engaged. The bartender knew what they were doing and kept things moving smoothly. Vibe: Dark, old-school, and moody in the best way. You quickly forget you're in a hotel once inside. Comfortable and easy to settle into. What could be better: Tighter balance and consistency in the cocktails. A small refinement would make a noticeable difference here.

A cozy cocktail bar with great drinks and appetizers. The service was outstanding. We enjoyed the…read moreSpanish Croquettes with a Cottage and a Negroni.

ERROR is the most incredible cocktail I've ever had. Also, the alien bubbles gave me the shits…read more Worth it.

Super cool speakeasy with hidden entrance and really nice vibe. Warming, it is VERY dimly lit,…read morebring your glasses! At $20+ a drink though, not a place you'll be spending all night at but cool to stop by. Very attentive servers!

Janevca Kitchen & Lounge (2024) is one true gem of a restaurant on Vancouver Island…read more If you haven't been here, well then what are you waiting for - get here now! You can 'drop in' at 430pm & check on lounge space availability - first come first served, you know the drill. Our party of six got real lucky. Parking - pull up to the gate & it will open, then proceed to park underneath the restaurant. Street parking is available but do not park in the 'residence only parking' areas. Watch the street sign warnings or you will be towed. Lots of Miss McGillicuddys in this area that are home all day & have nothing to do but watch for strange cars & call the towing company. Upon entering Janevca, it felt like I was inside a grand English mansion from yesteryear. The lighting, artwork, wall pictures, chandeliers, statues, carpets, chairs ... I could go on but you get the picture. Now I'm not one to normally post photos of bathrooms & toilets but my gosh wow, I absolutely had to make an exception this time. Absolutely stunning bathroom - artwork etcetera - make sure you lift up the toilet seat & check it out. I hadn't used the pull chain flush toilet system in over 40 years. This is an all gender washroom, so ladies you might find it difficult to doll up in here. The stalls are private but the common sink area is open. I had some older women staring at me while I waited to wash my hands, but I think they eventually realized that it was an open washroom. Make sure to check out the wine celler downstairs - very unique. We sat in the lounge & although it was crowded, we loved the whole vibe & atmosphere. Please note that there are two separate menus for the Lounge & Main dining areas. It was neat to be able to see the cool bar layout & the kitchen staff hard at work in their area. Plus, we got to see all the dishes other people were ordering & this got us excited. Our waiter was spot on with his recommendations. We loved everything we shared & ate. Order the following items if you're in the lounge, but keep in mind that the menu does change periodically. The sourdough bread, scallop crudo, beef skewers, margherita pizza & the beet salad. For dessert don't hesitate to get the Chocolate Tuxedo Mousse. All the above = outstanding superior taste. BTW, the executive chef here is of Filipino & Jamaican heritage & raised in Vancouver. She knows what she's doing! Yelpies, this is one of the hottest restaurants on the West Coast! Make a reservation pronto!

The grounds are stunning and so is the decor. As a small group of girlfriends we sat in the lounge…read moreand service was top notch and so was the pizza! My big beef is the "All Gender" restroom as the one and only restroom servicing the lounge and restaurant patrons. Several toilets with doors and several sinks but it felt very weird and uncomfortable seeing strange men entering and exiting the bathroom while women and girls were doing the same. It only takes one incident to make this an unsafe and threatening place, for women in particular. It seemed that the owners were just too cheap to build two restrooms so in the name of being "inclusive" they hung the "Al Gender" sign. For the prices they charge, they should have offered a restroom for both men & women....certainly too "woke" for me. Susan T.

What a cute vibey bar. The owners were so kind and made me feel at home. The drinks were crazy good…read moreand I tried new things I wouldn't have before that changed my mind of classics.

We miss the old spot!! While the new downtown bar is a much better location and it's beautiful, but…read morelost its unique factor. Staff seemed busy and stressed, and was overall a not very happy vibe, but drinks were yummy and more on the menu now

Visiting from SoCA, the hubs and I were looking for a nosh that had patio dining- you know, a low…read morekey kinda place. It was after lunch and way before dinner. 1550s certainly filled the bill! Our server Sarah was friendly and helpful. The suggested Half order of nachos were more than enough and came with tasty salsa and sour cream. we added a side of guacamole. Adding a protein is an option, too. Would we come back? Yup! They have decent Sammie's and salads, too. Try 'em

I came to this restaurant today for the first time desperately wanting chicken wings, and left…read morehaving a new favourite restaurant. The staff here are AMAZING, the wings were AMAZING!! To the sweet manager there who gave me a free piece of cake for wanting to leave you a 5 star review, you made my day, thank you so much! Please come to this restaurant, I highly recommend:)

This place is the worst The drinks are Uber expensive and the food is 2nd rate at best.read more

Worst place ever. The service is deplorable and the food is questionable. Last time I went there…read morethere was mouse feces on the plate. When I complained they argued Never setting foot in that rat infested sorry excuse for a restaurant ever again.

The afternoon tea service at the Fairmont Empress is a great way to enjoy a view of the Harbour…read morewhile having delicious scones, sandwiches, and sweets. Not to mention the tea. They have a wide variety of options and have some tea options for children as well. The food was done well and the service was great. Everyone was friendly and the experience of having afternoon tea is something worth splurging on. Definitely recommend reservations beforehand as the lobby lounge will get completely booked for afternoon tea.