Y DINING CHINESE DON MEE Experience the ultimate traditional dim sum lunch or indulge in a world-class Cantonese or Szechuanstyle seafood dinner extravaganza. Discover authentic Chinese food in the heart of Chinatown. Banquet facilities available. Daily lunch 11am; dinner 5pm. Free delivery after 5pm. 538 Fisgard St, 250-383-1032. Map 1 E6 MING’S Exotic decor. Extensive dinner menu with traditional Cantonese, Szechuan, vegetarian, and specialty dishes. Take out/delivery available. Dinner served daily from 5pm. 1321 Quadra St, 250-385-4405. Map 1 G7
SAM’S DELI Long-time Victoria favourite known for its generous portions and home-made soups, salads and stacked sandwiches. 805 Government St, 250-382-8424. Map 1 E8
EAST INDIAN INDIA CURRY HOUSE Gourmet Northern and Southern Indian cuisine prepared by a chef from India. Fresh herbs and spices used to flavour dishes ranging from mild to hot and spicy. Voted Best of the City for the last 14 years. Certified Foodsafe Excellence. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations appreciated. 506 Fort St, 250-361-9000. www.indiacurryhousejr.com Map 1 E8
WING’S Oriental cuisine in a pleasant and informal setting. Menu emphasizes Cantonese dishes. Combinations for one to eight people. Generous portions of Chinese favourites. Take out and delivery available. Licensed. Daily lunch and dinner buffet. Open 11am to 10pm. 90 Gorge Rd West, 250-385-5564. www.wingsrestaurant.ca Map 2 H9
SPICE JAMMER A blend of East African and Indian cooking styles and spices create tantalizing curry and tandoori dishes. Friendly staff, warm atmosphere. Zagat rated. Open year-round for dinner; check for lunch hours. 852 Fort St, 250480-1055. www.spicejammer.com
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DUTCH BAKERY AND COFFEE SHOP LTD. Incredible selection of pastries, cookies and birthday and wedding cakes. Specializing in handmade chocolates. Coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea in a family setting. 718 Fort St, 250-3851012. Map 1 F8
BON ROUGE BISTRO & LOUNGE Delightful Paris-inspired bistro in the heart of downtown featuring such specialties as steak frites and smoked pork chop, plus local flavours such as Island mussels and cedar-wrapped spring salmon. Open Mon to Fri from 11:30am to 11pm, Sat and Sun 11am to 11pm. Brunch served Sat and Sun. 611 Courtney St, 250-220-8008. www.bonrouge.ca Map 1 E9
MURCHIE’S CAPPUCCINO DESSERT BAR In the coffee and tea business since 1894. Forty varieties of tea and all the specially blended coffees for which Murchie’s is famous. Pastries, cakes, sandwiches and daily specials. 1110 Government St, 250-381-5451. Map 1 E8
DELI BROUGHTON STREET DELI Specializing in Montreal smoked meat sandwiches, but with many vegetarian options, fresh soups and salads, plus fair trade coffee and a delicious selection of baked goods. Open Mon to Fri, 7am to 4pm, Sat 11:30am to 3pm. 648 Broughton St, 250-380-9988. Map 1 F8 www.broughtonstreetdeli.com OTTAVIO ITALIAN BAKERY & DELICATESSEN Savour the many treats from this European-style deli, with wonderful ingredients for a picnic and a flavourful assortment of gelato. A small café area, including an inviting patio, is also ideal for eating in. 2272 Oak Bay Ave, 250-592-4080. Map 2 J10 34
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GREEK MILLOS Setting reminiscent of the Greek Islands. Popular Greek specialties and classic Greek desserts. Excellent lamb, seafood and pasta dishes. Open Mon to Sat for lunch and daily for dinner. Drink and dinner specials for early-bird and late-night diners. Look for the big windmill at 716 Burdett Ave, 250-3824422 or 250-382-5544. Map 1 F8
ITALIAN FIAMO ITALIAN KITCHEN A warm, inviting setting is the perfect venue to enjoy this rustic Italian cuisine, prepared in the Tuscan tradition, complemented by French, Spanish and Mediterranean influences. Enjoy pizza, pasta, chicken, lamb and seafood dishes. 515 Yates St, 250-388-5824. www.fiamo.ca Map 1 E8 IL TERRAZZO Upbeat, romantic ristorante. Heated courtyard. Northern Italian food with West Coast overtones. Mon to Sat
11:30am to 11pm; Sun 5 to 11pm. Off Waddington Alley at 555 Johnson St, 250-361-0028. Map 1 E7 ITALIAN FOOD IMPORTS A delicious choice for light lunch or take-away meal, with pastas, salads, and yummy sandwiches, plus specialty foods to take home. 1114 Blanshard St, 250-385-7923. Map 1 G8
JAPANESE AZUMA SUSHI Welcoming atmosphere and delicious Japanese cuisine, including sushi, seafood, tempura and steak. Reservations recommended. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 615 Yates St, between Broad and Government, 250-382-8768. Map 1 F7 JAPANESE VILLAGE Teppan tables and sushi bar. Savour Japanese steak and seafood. Warm, intimate and lively atmosphere. Lunch Mon to Fri; dinner from 5pm nightly. Reservations. 734 Broughton St, 250-382-5165. Map 1 F8 KOTO Experience more than 30 years of traditional Japanese dining in a beautiful, newly renovated authentic restaurant in the heart of downtown. Savour deluxe sashimi and sushi, fresh oysters, Koto's Bento Box lunch specials and more. Private tatami rooms available. Lunch 11:30am to 2:30pm. Dinner from 5pm. 510 Fort St, 250-382-1514. Map 1 E8 KUMA Located at the Bear Mountain Golf Resort, enjoy sleek modern decor with vast windows overlooking the great outdoors and an energetic, open-view kitchen. Signature specials include The California Crunch, a traditional California roll dipped in Panko crumbs, deep fried and served with three delicious dips. Bear Mountain Golf Resort, 1999 Country Club Way, 250-391-7170. Map 2 F8
SENZUSHI JAPANESE CUISINE AND SUSHI BAR This wonderful, authentic restaurant boasts an inviting, contemporary atmosphere and delicious, traditional Japanese cuisine beautifully prepared and presented. Sample the taste-tempting creations from the sushi bar or enjoy the varied menu from the comfort of a private table. Japanese cocktails; specialty desserts. Reservations suggested, but not required. Open Mon to Sat, with lunch from 11:30am to 2pm and dinner from 5 to 9pm. 940 Fort St, 250-385-4320. www.senzushi.com Map 1 G8