Blethering Place
 If you can get to Oak Bay (the #2 bus or the Oak
Bay Explorer will get you there), this is a good place to go for
afternoon tea. Decent food, mostly "British"; decent value. Froufy "tea room" interior,
usually an older crowd. They also have live entertainment Friday, Saturday
and Sunday evenings. 2250 Oak Bay Ave. (250) 598-1413
Cafe
Brio Restaurant
 Bistro-style restaurant provides a menu and a
food glossary. Also details the restaurant's architecture and introduces
the owner. 944 Fort St. (250) 383-0009
Camilles
 Camilles Restaurant site is composed of two sides, a tour, which allows
potential guests to get a visual taste of their menu, wine list
and magical atmosphere. The core of the site presents the full menu,
wine list, current events and opinions on wine from David Mincey.
Guests of the restaurant can make bookings online. 45 Bastion Square
(250) 381-3433
Captain Cook's Bakery
This bakery also has a deli, so it's popular for breakfast and lunch.
The spinach and feta stuffed croissants are delicious! 1019 Fort St.
(250) 386-1020
Demitasse
Holding the distinction of being Victoria's original Espresso Bar,
Demitasse is Victoria's first non-smoking restaurant. Soups are generally
vegetarian, and daily specials range from shrimp, mangoe, avocado & jack
cheese Quesadillas serviced with salsa Fresca to a unique Indian plate
composed of samosas, chutney, curried potatoes and spicy bean trio.
1320 Blanshard St. (250) 386-4442
Dock 503 Waterfront Cafe
 Review menus and a wine list, check a map, and find the cafe's hours
of operation. Located at Van Isle Marina in Sidney.
Green Cuisine
Ask the owner about vegan cooking, get recipes, view photos of the
baked goods, read the newsletter, and browse the vegetarian menu.
Herald
Street Caffe
 The Herald Street Caffe has become a Victoria
landmark since its opening in 1982. Consistently great food
with an award winning wine list. 546 Herald St. (250) 381-1441
Marina Restaurant, Oak Bay
 An exquisite setting overlooking Oak Bay Marina. Freshly shucked oysters
to grilled burgers - dress casual or formal - come as you feel comfortable.
Also features an extravagant brunch on Sundays.
1327 Beach Drive (250)598-8555
Matisse
 If you can't go to Paris, Paris comes to you... Matisse, a restaurant
that even a Parisian would respect. Warm brick, yellow walls and classic
French cuisine make this newly arrived petite retreat a popular Downtown
addition where regulars head for chef Philippe Renaudat's duck palette
and shellfish-packed bouillabaisse in saffron and Per nod broth, followed
by a crème brûlée. 512 Yates St. (250) 480-0883
Paprika Bistro
 While Duck Confit on smoked sauerkraut & Hungarian Goulash with
herbed dumplings are menu mainstays, locally grown organic produce,
Island veal and fresh seafood rule the daily features. 2524 Estevan
Ave. (250) 592-7424
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