Victoria Food Guide | Top 6 Must-Try Island Eats

Finally got to explore Victoria's food scene during a work trip in May! While it's no European business tour, these culinary gems are absolutely worth the visit. Here's my personally ranked Top 6 list (prices include tax & tip): 1️⃣ Il Terrazo - Italian Romance at Its Finest 📍 555 Johnson St, Victoria Vibe: Quaint European courtyard with vintage charm ✨ Must-Order: Spaghetti Carbonara 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Creamy sauce + crispy pancetta + tender beef fillet - perfection! Tiramisu: Boozy, coffee-soaked perfection 💰 $45-60 per person 2️⃣ Finest At Sea - Seafood Heaven 📍 1 Dallas Rd, Victoria Vibe: Waterfront oyster bar with harbor views ✨ Must-Order: Fried Oysters 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Crispy outside, juicy inside - dip in lemon & house sauce! Seafood Chowder: Overflowing with lobster chunks 💰 $25-35 per person 3️⃣ Tapa Bar - Hidden Spanish Gem 📍 620 Trounce Alley, Victoria Vibe: Cozy alleyway tapas spot ✨ Must-Order: Coconut Lime Mussels: Broth so good you'll drink it Gambas Ajillo: Plump garlic shrimp in sizzling oil Bread: Crusty exterior, fluffy inside - best ever! 💰 $30-40 per person 4️⃣ Pagliacci's - Happy Hour Hero 📍 1011 Broad St, Victoria Vibe: Quirky theater-themed trattoria ✨ Must-Order: Clam Pot: White wine sauce begs for bread-dipping Lasagna: Cheese pulls for days 💰 $20-30 (even better during Happy Hour) 5️⃣ Baan Thai - Authentic Street Flavors 📍 1205 Broad St, Victoria Vibe": Homey family-run spot ✨ Must-Order: Khao Soi Curry Noodles: Coconut broth + crispy noodles Duck Leg Rice: Crispy skin meets spicy sauce 💰 $15-25 per person 6️⃣ Chocolats Favoris - Insta-Worthy Treats 📍 1025 Government St, Victoria Vibe: Chocolate boutique that turns heads ✨ Must-Order: Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream: Get MINI size - sauce is intense! Salted Caramel: Locals' favorite balance 💰 $8-12 per person 📌 Pro Tips Reservations: Book Il Terrazo/Tapa Bar 3 days ahead Seafood Lovers: Finest At Sea's oysters sell out by 3PM Dessert: Avoid Chocolats Favoris weekend lines #VictoriaEats #VancouverIslandFood #CanadianFoodie