Victoria Day Dining Guide | Top 2 Must-Visit Restaurants​​

Looking for a ​​memorable dining experience​​ on Victoria Day? Here are two ​​island favorites​​ that combine ​​exquisite food, stellar service, and unforgettable ambiance​​—perfect for celebrating with loved ones! ​​🍽️ 1. Marilena Café & Raw Bar​​ 📍 ​​1525 Douglas St, Victoria​​ ✨ ​​Upscale Japanese Fusion | Romantic & Sophisticated​​ ​​Why go?​​ From the team behind Vancouver’s top restaurants, this spot delivers ​​flawless quality​​. ​​Highlights​​: ​​Omakase-style dishes​​ (think: miso black cod, truffle sushi rolls). ​​Extensive wine/sake list​​—sommelier picks available! ​​Private dining rooms​​ for special occasions. ​​Tip​​: Book ​​2+ weeks ahead​​—it’s that popular! ​​Perfect for​​: Anniversary dinners, proposals, or treating yourself like royalty. 👑 ​​🍷 2. Janevca Kitchen & Lounge​​ 📍 ​​429 Lampson St, Victoria​​ ✨ ​​New & Trendy | Seafood-Focused Feast​​ ​​Why go?​​ A ​​fresh hotspot​​ with ​​Instagram-worthy plating​​ and bold flavors. ​​Highlights​​: ​​Seafood Tower​​ (oysters, crab, lobster—go big or go home!). ​​"Chef’s Special"​​ changes weekly (trust them—it’s always a win). ​​"Dress code"​​ is more vibe than rule (we overdressed, oops 😅). ​​Tip​​: Portions are ​​huge​​—share to try more! ​​Perfect for​​: Foodie adventures, girls’ night out, or impressing a date. 💃 ​​🎉 Why These Two?​​ ✅ ​​Marilena​​: ​​Elegance + precision​​ (ideal for ~fancy~ moments). ✅ ​​Janevca​​: ​​Vibrant + playful​​ (great if you want fun + flavor). ​​#VictoriaDay #DateNight #FineDining #SeafoodLovers #CanadaEats​