Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Victoria

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Ugly Duckling

4.8

4.8 (179)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Victoria

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

pranadocVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service were exceptional.

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Zambri's

4.7

4.7 (2618)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Victoria

About the restaurant

Lunch:
Wednesday-Friday 11:30am-2:30pm

Dinner:
Tuesday-Thursday 5:00-9:00
Friday-Saturday 5:00-10:00

Reservations recommended but not required.

For over 25 years, Zambri’s has been fortunate enough to serve Victorians Italian soul food paired with all the best wines of Italy. We’ve grown as Victoria has grown, but at our heart, we have remained true to our roots. Many years of working with local farmers, being a contributing member of our local community, caring for the environment (we are carbon neutral), hosting Italian wine dinners and always making sure that our vision for our food stays true, have brought us to the place we are now.
Join us for dinner, come for one our monthly wine dinners, or have your next event in one of our gorgeous private spaces... Come see for yourself!

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Dani

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Excellent!! Food, service, ambience all top notch. Wish I could give more stars!

Pendray Inn and Tea House

4.7

4.7 (1308)

CAN$51 and over

British

Victoria

About the restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Victorian Afternoon Tea in the Pendray Inn and Tea House in a historic dining room with a stunning view of Victoria’s Inner Harbour. We offer a selection of fine teas, as well as elegant tea plates filled with assorted sweets and breads. The Pendray Tea House makes for the perfect location for this well-loved British tradition, followed by a stroll along Victoria’s inner harbour.

Experience a Breakfast Like No Other!
Served daily in a beautiful historic setting, our fabulous three-tiered style breakfast boasts a delectable combination of sweet and savoury flavours, coupled with locally sourced, organic teas and Oughtred organic coffee. We also offer traditional breakfast and other morning favourites!

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Rose

Dined 5 days ago

Highly recommend. Beautiful ambiance. Service was good. Nice selection of food and although it doesn't look like much we couldn't finish it all.

Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort

4.7

4.7 (1963)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary European

Victoria

About the restaurant

Alpina Restaurant is firmly one of Vancouver Island's best restaurants and a real foodie destination. Recently, voted top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in Canada by Open Table Guests.

Building upon the German heritage of our executive chefs and their extensive culinary training throughout Europe, our cuisine eloquently infuses traditional ingredients and preparation methods from the Alpine regions of Italy, Germany, France and Switzerland. Elevate your perspective on the foods that have come to embody European inspired West Coast dining at the one and only, Alpina Restaurant at Villa Eyrie Resort.

Boasting unforgettable views of the Saanich Inlet and Finlayson Arm from nearly every table, we strive to make every dining experience as unique as the flavours found in the traditional European kitchens of our ancestors.

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Wilma

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing experience with brilliant view, great food and good service.

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Saanich

4.6

4.6 (3355)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Victoria

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads… and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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Michael

Dined 5 days ago

Service was timely and pleasant while the food met all expectations. The prime rib was delicious and flavourful while the filet mignon was cooked perfectly.

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4.6

4.6 (32)

CAN$30 and under

Global, International

Victoria

About the restaurant

Kinu is an Indian-tapas concept blending Indian flavours and global cuisine in an elevated setting. The menu features treasures from all over India bringing you authentic regional cuisines presented in an upscale manner, along with dishes from all over the globe with subtle hint of Indian flair. A few stand out global dishes on the menu are a Pakora Gnocchi, The Whipped Goat Cheese & Naan and a Chinese-Inspired Orange Chicken known as the Kinu Chicken. Additionally, you will find unique craft cocktails created by local female mixologist Raven Dales. For more info & content visit www.kinuvictoria.ca or check us out at @flavoursofkinu on Instagram.

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J.D.

Dined 4 days ago

The food was incredible. Our friends recommended that we go try it out. It did not disappoint! The room was also beautiful and service was top notch. We will be back again soon. Well done.

Vista 18 Restaurant + Lounge

4.5

4.5 (2017)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Regional American (Northwest)

Victoria

About the restaurant

Serving Canadian Regional Cuisine, Vista 18 complements it's 18th floor views of Victoria's inner harbour and Juan de Fuca Strait with a locally inspired menu focusing on sustainable and fresh ingredients. Our versatile wine list and knowledgeable staff will help you choose the perfect wine to pair with your dinner while you enjoy the sights in our contemporary dining room.

Open for breakfast, happy hour & dinner 7 days a week. Reservations are always recommended to ensure the opportunity to see all of beautiful Victoria and the surrounding area. For reservations of groups over 6+, please give us a call!

Additionally, our lounge is open 7 days a week (with happy hour offered daily) and is non-reservable. Seating in our lounge is based on a first come, first serve basis.

We look forward to you joining us and we can't wait to serve you!

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Walter

Dined 1 day ago

Our new favorite restaurant in Victoria! Why didn't we know about this place sooner?!! Food was outstanding and service totally awesome!

The Courtney Room

4.5

4.5 (1299)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Victoria

About the restaurant

Modern Pacific North West Cuisine. 2024 YAM Magazine's Victoria Restaurant of the Year! Gather at the bar for fresh-shucked oysters and craft cocktails, unwind with friends over sharing plates, or celebrate that special occasion with an elevated dining experience. Just two blocks from the Inner Harbour, enjoy seasonal menus showcasing the best of Vancouver Island ingredients. Awarded YAM Magazine's Best Victoria Restaurant and 2-time (2024 & 2023) Best Sommelier/Wine Program. Also, Vancouver Island's ONLY Platinum-tier awarded restaurant at the 2024 Vancouver International Wine Festival for Wine Program Excellence.

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Harry

Dined 5 days ago

The Courtney Room has gone upscale in recent years. The menu is excellent, the service outstanding, and the broken-up spaces mute what is occasionally a somewhat noisy room.

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Sooke Harbour House

4.5

4.5 (46)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Metchosin

About the restaurant

Sooke Harbour House Hotel and Restaurant is now open! Join us for breathtaking ocean views, exceptional dining, and locally crafted cocktails. At the Copper Room, we proudly feature locally sourced beef, seafood, and produce grown right on the property. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or a memorable meal, we’re ready to welcome you. Book your experience today!

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Corinne

Dined 7 days ago

Kudos to the talented chefs and attentive servers. Our experience at SHH was genuinely remarkable. Jermery, our server, exemplified politeness and impressive knowledge of the menu. The Caesar salad and brown butter scallops were nothing short of phenomenal. We look forward to our return!

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Fort Street

4.4

4.4 (3411)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Victoria

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

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Jon

Dined 3 days ago

A fantastic experience as always! Great good, exceptional service and a great atmosphere!

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