The Mint Restaurant — Restaurant in Victoria

One of the greatest little late night hole in the wall I've heard of, it's inside a secret gate and down into the basement. The ambiance is sultry, the size is cozy, the music the DJ plays (yes, a DJ. How he even fits in there I don't know) is a sort of club techno rock and it's fairly loud but it raises the decibels of the chatter to a party level. Its open until 2am. The service was exceptional. I actually only saw one waitress (impossible because it wasn't THAT small) but I think that's due to never having to look around as she was always right there. A bartender delivered our drinks and, call us romantics, but when he went down on one knee to set them on the table, it was positively swoon worthy. I'm sure this was just a random act but he should probably package it. In any case, we were there Oct 25th and the waitress should be acknowledged for such exceptional, warm and cheerful service. Thank you for colouring our visit as a delightful adventure. Foodwise we had a sharing plate - I probably wouldn't order that again because the selection of olives (which were maybe a bit too plentiful) were, for the most part, much too spicy, and the cold cuts, although perhaps authentic, were waxy and tasteless. To me. I loved the dried fruit and roasted nuts, the cheese, and especially the hummus and the bread and crackers that went with it. The Thai wings were crispy, hot and delicious. The sangria was a perfect accompaniment but I might try the specialty rosewater cocktail next time. Next time I hope being my trip to Victoria in two weeks. I'll be alone that time and I think I'll be completely comfortable with that. My hotel is just a few blocks down the street (Capital City Center Hotel - I recommend that too) and walking down this main road doesn't seem too scary...

Had food at Mint Restaurant this summer and promised my self that I would leave a review. I’m not hard to please when it comes to food and I rarely go to the effort of actually reviewing restaurants. Though this time I do feel that I should share my experience. Me and my boyfriend was visiting Victoria for a couple of days as part of our vacation. We had been out for the whole day when we decided to go for food. It was already after 9 pm at this stage, so we were pleased when we found out that Mint Restaurant would be serving food for a another couple of hours. I ordered a chicken soup with noodles.The food didn’t come very fast, but that wasn’t a problem at this stage. When I got my food I realized that the noodle soup didn’t contain any noodles. Well, I told the waitress and she brought my soup to the kitchen again and said that I would get a new one. Mistakes happens, no big deal, although I was getting quite hungry at this stage. My boyfriend had good time to finish his food while still warm before I got the soup, this time including noodles. The problem was that this time the chicken was raw inside, the noodles were absolutely over-boiled and apart from that the whole soup only contained a few pieces of carrot. I started to feel annoyed at this stage and told the waitress a second time. I made sure to stay polite and friendly. I didn’t get any apologies and she did’t ask me if I wanted anything else from the menu. She just brought the soup to the kitchen a second time but this time I didn’t get anything back to the table. At least I didn’t have to pay for it. I do still think that it was really bad service. At that stage most other restaurants were closed so I ended up having my dinner at 7/11 that evening. Will absolutely...

“I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the incredible bartending skills of Billy Rockets at The Mint and I feel compelled to share my exceptional experience. From the moment I walked in, Billy Rocket greeted me with a warm and inviting smile, setting the tone for a memorable evening.

Not only does Billy possess an impressive knowledge of mixology, but their creativity and passion for crafting the perfect cocktail are truly unmatched. Each drink was a work of art, both in presentation and taste, showcasing Billy’s attention to detail and commitment to quality.

What truly sets Billy apart is his ability to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. They have a unique gift for engaging with customers, making everyone feel special and valued. Billy goes above and beyond to ensure that each guest’s experience is nothing short of amazing.

In addition to his outstanding service, Billy’s professionalism and efficiency are noteworthy. Despite the busy environment, they managed to maintain a calm and organized bar, ensuring that every order was served promptly and accurately.

Overall, my experience at The Mint was significantly enhanced by Billys exceptional service. I highly recommend Billy to anyone looking for an unforgettable bartending experience. Their passion, skill, and dedication are truly a rare find in...