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I Wish I Had Found This Victoria Guide Sooner! π± It's So Much Fun!
paint.masterpaint.master
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I came here with some friends from out of town. They, like me, had heard of Red Fish Blue Fish's stellar reputation and wanted to try it for themselves. I was quite excited when we got our food - it looked and smelled amazing. We ordered the halibut and chips, salmon and chips, and the jerk fish poutine. All three tasted great, and the house tartar sauce and coleslaw were wonderful complements to the fish and chips. Overall a very good lunch! Unfortunately, a few things kept this meal from earning a 5-star rating: The halibut was a little overcooked. Halibut is quite a lean fish, and a halibut fillet is never going to be as rich and tender as cod or haddock, but the halibut we were served was a little dry and tough, even for halibut. The salmon was better, but not truly buttery melt-in-your-mouth, as salmon can be. Now, the difference between that and what we ate would be an overcook of just 30 seconds or so. It's not easy to cook that consistently all the time, but for a place of its reputation, I had hoped Red Fish Blue Fish would have produced a candidate for the best fish I'd ever had, and instead got fish that was very delicious, but not extraordinary. Finally, the portion sizes were on the smaller end - this was fine for me and my friends, as we had had a large breakfast and weren't ravenously hungry, but if you plan to come hungry, prepare to order a little more food. All this being said, I highly recommend trying this place if you're in Victoria, the lines are long for good reason!
Xingyu ShuiXingyu Shui
30
This is a popular spot for seafood lovers, but in my honest opinion, it is not worth the hype. Firstly, the wait time at this establishment is quite long. Even on a regular day, you can expect to wait for at least 30 minutes or more to place your order. This could be due to the limited seating available and the high demand for their food. However, the long wait is definitely a drawback, especially for those who are looking for a quick and casual meal. Moving on to the food itself, while they offer a variety of seafood dishes, I found the quality to be underwhelming. The fish and chips, which is their signature dish, lacked flavor and were quite greasy. The batter was not crispy, and the fish itself was quite bland. The chowder was not worth it and I didn't even finish it because it was that bad. Considering that seafood is their specialty, I expected more in terms of taste and freshness. Furthermore, the portion sizes were quite small for the price. The lack of value for money is definitely a downside, especially when there are other seafood options in the area that offer better quality and larger portions for a similar price. Another issue I encountered was the limited seating options. The restaurant primarily consists of outdoor seating, which can be uncomfortable during colder months or when it rains. The lack of indoor seating makes it difficult to enjoy your meal in a comfortable environment. On a positive note, the staff at Red Fish Blue Fish were friendly and accommodating. They were knowledgeable about their menu and provided decent customer service. However, this alone does not make up for the overall disappointment I experienced with the food and wait times. Overall, Red Fish Blue Fish did not meet my expectations. While the concept of a seafood-focused eatery is appealing, the long wait times, underwhelming food quality, small portion sizes, and limited seating options make it a less than enjoyable dining experience. I would recommend exploring other seafood restaurants in the area for a better culinary experience.
E RE R
20
While I can't say much about this little fish and chip shop, I can vouch for the quality of the food, which was more than just okay. The service, on the other hand, was not just good, but outstanding. The staff's dedication to providing a memorable dining experience is truly commendable. The owner has been very creative in converting a few shipping containers into a perfect-size and efficient takeaway fish bar. Every single square inch is well-organized and competently done. You would not see a smile missing from the face of the girl behind the counter. She would politely answer and explain all the questions all the patrons asked her while she was taking and completing their orders. If I compare this Fish and Chips with real English Fish and Chips in the UK, it would be the lower top-tier fish bars in the UK. The fish was bland, and the chips were shoestring fries. Their chowder was fine, but it was very difficult to taste the fish in the Tempura Cod taco. But, on the other hand, Chowder was good, and The coleslaw is unexpectedly lemony, and not creamy. I have been a chef for many years, lived in the UK for over sixteen years, and owned over 16 restaurants in my lifetime. I am glad I picked Red Fish Blue Fish, but would I go there again? I would give them another try, as this fish and chips were much better than any I had in Oregon and Washington.
KooroushKooroush
20
First of all I heard about this place from my friends and colleagues. I put this place as a must visit in my itinerary, but I was extremely disappointed. First of all, this is the attitude of the staff, I was served by a girl in street clothes, and all the cooks were dressed in regular street clothes. My order was for $ 59, I gave $ 70 and the cashier, without giving change, began serving the next customers. I was very puzzled by this because I usually tip as much as I think is necessary, but in this situation the cashier decided to keep the tip herself without asking me and without giving me a receipt . Now about the food. First is Fish and chips. The fish tastes very ordinary, only overpriced, and the chips are overcooked, they just break like crackers. I do not recommend 4/10. Then the tuna taco tastes just disgusting and I do not even know how to describe this taste, just an unfortunate combination of products, I can recommend trying it just to make sure that it is terrible 1/10. Well, what left a relatively positive impression is the grilled salmon. The fish is fried on a regular electric grill, but the taste and color of the fish are not the freshest. The salad with pickles is very sour. 5/10 In my opinion, the place is overpriced and not worth high expectations, thank you
WeirdoWeirdo
00
Went to the wharf in Victoria British Columbia for lunch. We were admiring the waterfront and stumbled upon the Red fish Blue fish restaurant on the dock. Right away we noticed all the outdoor seating and a line of both locals and travelers. The line was well organized and a menu was available for helping make decisions on ordering before you got to the ordering window. The line moved quickly and the counter staff were cheerful and helped us with any questions we had even making suggestions as to what was most popular. The prices were in line with other local eateries, but the portions and freshness of the entrees and sides were spectacular. We got the chowder, and two Cod filets with some slaw and fries. The fish batter was perfectly done and was crispy through the duration of the meal. They have a selection of condiments and silverware on the side counter. I recommend the malted vinegar as the tartar sauce was quite salty. The coleslaw was excellent and the fries were perfect. I highly recommend this place for a quick bite and enjoyable view of the waterfront. Itβs located right next to all the whale watching tour boats and the BC Express water plane docks. You can watch planes coming and going as they perform water landings and take offs. Iβll be back
its a beer lifeits a beer life
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1006 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1N8, Canada
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Dockside seafood restaurant known for its creative, hand-roll-style tacos. Open seasonally.
attractions: Royal BC Museum, Fisherman's Wharf Park, Victoriaβs Chinatown National Historic Site, Bay Centre Shopping Centre, Miniature World, Victoria Bug Zoo, Inn at Laurel Point, Market Square, Victoria Public Market at the Hudson, Munro's Books, restaurants: Bard & Banker, Irish Times Pub, Pagliacci's, II Terrazzo, John's Place Restaurant, Tacofino Victoria, Frankie's Modern Diner, Jam Cafe, The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant, LOCAL Pizza
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