Victoria Food Guide｜My Secret Island Picks!
Finally flew to the island in the last week of May for my first work trip in Canada—not as glamorous as my engineer friends jetting off to Europe or China, but hey, at least it’s not the middle of nowhere! After work each day, my colleagues and I hit up local food gems, mostly recommended by islanders and frequent visitors. 🌟 My Top 6 Must-Try Spots (Ranked by my very subjective taste buds!) 💰 Prices include tax + tip. 1️⃣ Il Terrazzo (Italian) 📍 Hotspot with dreamy vibes Spaghetti Carbonara 🍝 Creamy, crispy bacon, tender beef—legendary for a reason! Vibe: Rustic-chic courtyard feels like a European alley. 2️⃣ Finest At Sea (Seafood Shack) 📍 Near Fisherman’s Wharf / Oyster heaven Fried Oysters 🦪 Crispy outside, juicy inside + secret dipping sauce = mouthgasm! My colleague kept begging: “Let’s get more oysters!” 😂 3️⃣ Tapa Bar (Spanish Tapas) 📍 Hidden in artsy Trounce Alley Coconut Lime Mussels 🥥: Fresh, fragrant, dunk bread in the broth! Gambas Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp) 🍤: So good we fought over the last one. Bread: The best damn bread I’ve ever had. Period. 4️⃣ Pagliacci’s (Italian Bistro) 📍 Happy Hour steals Clam Pot: Sauce so good we licked the bowl clean with bread. Stick to pizza/pasta—other apps were just okay. 5️⃣ Baan Thai Wok & Bar (Thai) 📍 Cozy street-side spot Khao Soi (Curry Noodles) 🍜: Rich coconut broth + crispy noodles. Thai Iced Coffee: Smooth, not too sweet—perfect post-meal sip. 6️⃣ Chocolats Favoris (Dessert) 📍 Insta-famous ice cream Chocolate-Dipped Cones 🍦: Gorgeous but SUGAR BOMB—go mini size! Even a grandpa stopped me to ask where I got it. 😆 📌 Pro Tips Il Terrazzo: Book ahead—courtyard seats go fast! Finest At Sea: Grab oysters to-go for a waterfront picnic. Tapa Bar: Go hungry—tapas are shareable but addictive. #VictoriaEats #VancouverIslandFood #CanadaFoodie #WestCoastBites
