Best Asian Food Restaurants in Victoria

"Royal Oak - 4517 West Saanich Rd. (778) 265-8898Gordon Head - 4087 Shelbourne St. (778) 265-5200Oak Bay - 2518 Estevan Ave. (250) 592-8311China Town - 1609 Store St. (250) 590-9821Cook St. Village - 355 Cook St. (250) 590-8915. Since this is Victoria, it probably comes as no shock that another brunch place is on the list. In full disclosure, these restaurants can be a little tight which might not always constitute the most kid-friendly places for some."

"It's perfect for lazy brunching with friends and is super family-friendly. They offer a range of choices from pancakes or oatmeal to eggs benny and latkes. Alternatively, try their famous breakfast sandwiches or a granola bowl."

"The Mint employs several specialty chefs to prepare authentic and delicious international foods. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, but meat eaters aren't neglected. Start with badam sandheko – spicy roasted peanuts with ginger and cilantro."

"This atmospheric place with fairy lights all over is the perfect spot to have a few drinks and also one of their delicious fusion meals. Our favourite must be the butter chicken poutine. Website: www.themintvictoria.com Address: 1414 Douglas St"

"Enter the world of Chiba Sushi and find friendly staff and the best place in Victoria to get reasonably priced quality sashimi, sushi and cooked dishes. Chiba Sushi, located in downtown Victoria (corner of Government and Hillside) and features our Sushi bar and Tatami room with 65 seats. We have been in operation since 2007 under new a new chef and owners."

"​Become inspired and visit the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria—British Columbia’s largest public collection of art. Located in the historic Rockland neighbourhood, and nearby the famous Craigdarroch Castle, the Gallery houses over 20,000 pieces of historical and contemporary art and contains a renowned collection of Asian art and artifacts. Just as stunning as the artwork is the 1889 Spencer Mansion that serves as an exhibition space and mini-museum for the Spencer family’s former home."

"One of Canada’s finest art galleries is home to nationally important Oriental, European, Canadian and Inuit art collectors. The Gallery has a permanent display of works by Victoria’s renowned artist, Emily Carr. Opened in 1951 as a result of Sara Spencer’s donation of the Spencer Mansion, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria offers exhibits of all sorts, year round."

"Granted, it's not the Louvre, or even Vancouver Art Gallery for that matter, but this east-of-downtown art nook does harbor one of Canada's best Emily Carr collections. Aside from the Victoria-born painter's..."

"Victoria’s official provider of delicious, soul-warming cookies is, without a doubt, The Cookie Guy. Offering a summer twist on their tried and true offering; enter the most delectable and inventive ice cream sandwiches in the city. Seriously though, these sandwiches are to die for."

"This spot isn't nestled downtown and isn't necessarily and hop-skip-and-a-jump from most work places, but trust us when we tell you it's worth the trip into Rock Bay. Saltchuck Pies specializes in savoury and sweet pies, salads, and offerings from Fernwood Coffee Company. Their rotating selection of savoury pies baked in the traditional Australian/New Zealand tradition will have you back for more."

"I know another Italian place, this relatively new bakery at the south end of Fan Tan Alley has been an instant hit. My friend Kenny said it had to make the list due to its amazing sandwiches that start at just $6.25 which seems unbelievably cheap given their substantial size. Like the Italian Deli this place has a line out the door at noon with all the office workers nearby."

"Family-owned and operated, the Italian Bakery has been in Victoria since 1978!. One of the first to bring traditional Italian methods to our city including gelato making. Gelato is renowned for its rich flavour and thirst-quenching properties."