Victoria weighs in on the best meals under $15 in the city
Looking for affordable dining options in Victoria? You’re in luck!
A recent thread on the r/VictoriaBC subreddit revealed locals’ top picks for wallet-friendly dining.
From bustling cafés to hidden gems, these budget-friendly eateries offer a taste of Victoria’s diverse culinary scene.
Here are some of our favourite responses.
“[The] Ultimate Meatball from Italian Food Imports [is] $11.42,” said r/nurfhearder.
Another commenter added that this sandwich is the best of their life. Italian Food Imports is downtown on Blanshard Street, a block away from the Bay Centre.
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If you’re looking for great sandwiches under $15, locals suggest the banh mi subs from Pho Tru and Banh Mi Ba Le. Craving a fantastic Cubano? Check out Fresko on Yates Street.
Another commenter gave a shoutout to Ono Poke at Hillside, Uptown, and Mayfair malls, noting that it costs “about $15” and “leaves you full.”
If you’re a vegetarian, you’re in luck, as the OP says the vegetarian wrap from Naami’s Mediterranean in the Victoria Public Market is $12 and is their “number one.”
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Throughout the thread, shoutouts are consistently given to Uchida, a Japanese restaurant near the Victoria Bug Zoo; Bold Butchery & Grill, a shawarma grab-and-go spot across from the Alix Goolden Performance Hall; and Murchies, a classic British tea and sandwich shop on Government Street.
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Also, if you’re looking for cheap eats not listed on the subreddit, check out El Furniture Warehouse and its menu under $12, or check out the thread here and comment below if you know of any more!