7 Victoria restaurant openings we're excited about this summer
We love a new restaurant. There’s something special about it: the anticipation and the potential menu items. When it finally opens, there’s a thrilling race to be among the first to experience it.
So, here are some recent and upcoming restaurant openings we know about in Victoria that we’re particularly excited about.
Cold Tea Social House
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Victoria’s beloved Ugly Duckling Dining & Provisions launched a brand-new pop-up shop this month called the Cold Tea Social Club. It offers bao buns stuffed with seared foie gras and Asian pear, Taiwanese popcorn chicken, cold-tea fried rice, and wide noodles with black garlic and shiitake bolognese, among other delicious items!
Where: 534 Fisgard Street, Victoria
When: Tuesdays, 5 to 10 pm
OSO Cookies & Donuts
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This small-batch bakery produces creative baked goods such as crolls, gourmet donuts, and treat-topped cookies, and now, it has a permanent spot at the Bay Centre (after operating as a pop-up) in downtown Victoria. Check it out!
Where: 1150 Douglas Street, Victoria
Chipotle
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The popular US chain Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to Victoria. In January, the company said it would open its first location on Vancouver Island at 1070 Douglas Street in downtown Victoria. No opening date has yet been given.
Where: 1070 Douglas Street, Victoria
Odd Burger
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Odd Burger is a vegan, plant-based, fast food restaurant with locations in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. Now, Victoria and Vancouver will be the first cities in BC to get their own locations. The restaurant will open sometime this summer after some delays.
Where: 790 Fisgard Street, Victoria
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Rejoice in this brand-new neighbourhood pub in Esquimalt, run by Demian Merino, who has previously managed Bard & Banker and Irish Times.
Where: 101-505 Park Place, Esquimalt
Uni Japanese Restaurant
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Uni recently opened, taking over from JR Slims at 1245 Wharf Street. The restaurant offers a tantalizing mix of sushi, seafood, grilled delights, and beverages, complete with a cozy patio on the Yates Street side.
Where: 1245 Wharf Street, Victoria
Medusa’s Shot House
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Sonora owners have rebranded its Yates Street Latin restaurant and undergone renovations to make way for a new concept: a nightclub dedicated to unique shots.
Where: 531 Yates Street