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Ugly Duckling, Victoria, BC

Ugly Duckling

4.8
4.8
181 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Charming
Ugly Duckling takes its inspiration from the intersection between Coastal BC's magical landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of North America’s oldest Chinatown. We offer experiential dining built around two promises: to serve you only those things which we have made by hand; and to work really, really hard to make you smile. We can't wait to welcome you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (250) 978-0915
  • Website
    http://www.uglyducklingrestaurant.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Corbin Mathany
  • Private party facilities
    Ugly Duckling is offers an intimate and elegant venue for small events and private functions. We have capacity for 34 seated guests, or up to 50 standing. With full-service event planning and management, and fully customized experiences; our team would be thrilled to make your next event one to remember!

Experiences

  • Tasting Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Our tasting menu is an individualistic, seasonally-driven experience celebrating Vancouver Island and paying homage to our Chinatown home. The menu is constantly evolving --dictated by the seasons, the farmers, and the whims of the culinary team. While most dietary restrictions can be accommodated, due to the intimate nature of our kitchen, we are unable to fulfill requests for sesame, soy, or finfish allergies. For all other dietary restrictions, we request 48-hours advance notice so that we can prepare to welcome you. The tasting menu is 6-plus courses, priced at $112, and we encourage guests to set aside two-and-a-half hours to fully enjoy the experience.
    Tasting Menu photo

  • New Year 2025 Celebration December 27- December 31

    CA$185.00 per person

    27 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    Join Ugly Duckling for five straight days of New Year celebrations from December 27 -- December 31! This New Year's extravaganza will include 10 courses of exceptional Vancouver Island ingredients in innovative preparations from our award-winning culinary team.
    New Year 2025 Celebration December 27- December 31 photo

  • Dine Around Victoria 2025: Jan. 24 - Feb. 9

    CA$75.00 per person

    24 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    Dine Around Victoria returns from January 24th to February 9th, and Ugly Duckling is celebrating the city's favourite foodie festival in our signature over-the-top fashion! Join us for three courses of the very best ingredients Coastal BC has to offer, prepared with the creative flair our team has become celeberated for! The menu is live now on our website at www.uglyducklingrestaurant.ca
    Dine Around Victoria 2025: Jan. 24 - Feb. 9 photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 181 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Innovative

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Victoria

    Best Overall

  • Victoria

    Best Food

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Best Ambience

  • Victoria

    Innovative

  • Victoria

    Great for fine wines

  • Victoria

    Romantic

  • Victoria

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ugly Duckling in Victoria offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food and service." Featuring a creative tasting menu and exquisite wine pairings, every dish is "beautifully prepared and presented." The atmosphere is inviting and perfect for special occasions. Patrons rave about the "phenomenal attention to detail" and "superb culinary journey."

181 Reviews

  1. Colleen

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! My first time and was not disappointed. The staff were lovely, and the food delicious. We enjoyed the New Years menu and couple of items that stand out were the duck, the beef, and the deconstructed apple crisp. I highly recommend.

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  2. Jeremy

    Vancouver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Victoria’s best restaurants! Every meal we have here is outstanding and last night with friends down from Comox was no exception.

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  3. pranadoc

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were exceptional.

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  4. Jill

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had such a delicious meal here. I highly recommend this establishment and would be hard pressed to find any faults. The service and food was impeccable. My only minor quip was that it was a united decision that we wanted one more dumpling each and a little less dessert. Otherwise a solid 10/10. A must.

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  5. Hannah

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely smashing- all the details were perfect, the food was truly incredible and the staff made us feel like we were at home. So many special off menu pieces to help me celebrate my birthday too. I can’t wait to go back!

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  6. Mauricio

    Vancouver

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Ugly Duckling is the highlight of my dining experiences in Victoria BC. Dining here is an experience for all senses, from the restaurant design, lighting, their welcoming Chinese Milk bread and made in house butter, and every dish in the set menu. The delicacy on the presentation of their dishes, the nuance of flavours, the integration of local ingredients makes Chef Corbin and his team of Sous Chefs top contributors to our local food scene. The cocktails are brilliant, transforming Chinatown inspired flavours into liquid in the most creative ways. The service is the cherry on the cake so to speak, you truly feel regarded and every person bringing something to your table is curious and engaged, not intrusive though and genuine. It feels like everyone enjoys being part of this team, and every bite tells you as much. This restaurant and team delivers consistently, and it has truly won my heart, becoming my top recommendation for fine dining in Victoria. This is the place where I celebrate everything worth celebrating and more, as each time they find a way to add a personal touch to my experience there. Highly recommended!

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  7. Anette

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!! Outstanding dining experience, all around!🤩👍Lets start with the food: simply superb! If I could, I would give 10 stars. Every course was absolutely delicious, offering high-end craft and ingredients, beautifully presented, the flavours impressive. The menu was so well created, each course added to a complete and gorgeous experience. The service was equally superb. Professional yet personal and attentive. Our server went the extra mile to make us feel so welcomed and well taken care off. What impressed us especially was the team spirit, it felt like everyone there cares so much about the restaurant just like it was their own. If you’re looking for truly high-end, fabulous food with genuine service from the heart you have to eat at the Ugly Duckling!!

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  8. Val

    VIP

    Edmonton

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic evening of food and wine pairings! We will be back, once every 6 months to capture a new menu. Or maybe sooner?

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  9. Kim

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This charming restaurant located near fan tan alley is a hidden gem. We opted for the tasting menu and wine pairings. Each course was expertly executed. The wine was perfectly paired with each dish. We came in for our anniversary, and were greeted by a personalized menu recognizing our special day. everyone on the staff came by to say congratulations, was friendly, very knowledge and paced the meal perfectly.

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  10. Breton

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional tasting experience. Wine pairings were spot on.

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Ugly Duckling is rated 4.8 stars by 181 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ugly Duckling

543 Fisgard St, Victoria, BC V8W 1R3

Additional information

  • Area
    Victoria
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Corbin Mathany
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.uglyducklingrestaurant.ca/
  • Phone number
    (250) 978-0915
  • Private party facilities
    Ugly Duckling is offers an intimate and elegant venue for small events and private functions. We have capacity for 34 seated guests, or up to 50 standing. With full-service event planning and management, and fully customized experiences; our team would be thrilled to make your next event one to remember!
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