Tastiest Seafood Hotspots in Victoria, BC!

Discover the tastiest seafood hotspots in Victoria’s Inner Harbour! Experience sea to plate freshness at it’s finest.


Victoria’s Inner Harbour is home to some of the best seafood restaurants in all of British Columbia, offering up dishes made from freshly-caught local seafood.

First up on the list of Victoria’s best seafood restaurants is Barb’s Fish And Chips.

Located on Fisherman’s Wharf on Victoria’s inner harbour, means it is the perfect location for enjoying some of the freshest seafood in all of BC.

Here you will find fresh seafood and a unique boardwalk restaurant atmosphere. You can literally touch the water from where your meal is coming without leaving your table!

Enjoy the fresh catch of the day, oysters, mussels, and more. The food is amazing and the view of the harbour overlooking the colourful floating homes can’t be missed. 

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For a truly unique experience take the Victoria water taxi from the inner harbour (across the street from the Empress Hotel) to Fisherman’s Wharf and dine dockside at Barb’s Fish & Chips. It will be unforgettable.

Just be sure to make your visit during the Summer months as there is only outdoor seating available.

Another great seafood spot is the Red Fish Blue Fish.

Photo Credit: Red Fish Blue Fish, Victoria, BC
Photo Credit: Red Fish Blue Fish, Victoria, BC

It is a unique seafood experience as it is served out of a converted shipping container. Enjoy a variety of fish tacos, fish and chips, and more. It’s definitely a must-try. 

Located on the beautiful Victoria inner harbour, Red Fish Blue Fish offers one of Victoria’s favourite Fish & Chips, Tacones, West Coast & Wild Grilled or Tempura Fish Sandwiches, Grilled Seafood, Seafood Chowder and other sustainable seafood choices.

During peak tourist season be prepared for long lines at this Victoria seafood hotspot because it is that good.

For a more upscale Victoria seafood dining experience, check out The Beach House.

If you are looking for the best Seafood restaurants in Victoria, BC – you’ve come to the right place!
Photo Credit: The Beach House Restaurant

Enjoy locally sourced fish and seafood that is cooked to perfection. The Victoria Beach House Restaurant atmosphere and view is stunning and the service is excellent.

 Keep the Beach House on the list during the colder months as they have comfortable, and upscale indoor seating.

Finally, no Victoria sea-to-plate restaurant list would be complete without mentioning The Fish Store.

This restaurant prides itself on serving up the freshest seafood dishes in the area.

The Fish Store offers up delicious seafood dishes made with the freshest of ingredients. Not only is the Fish Store a restaurant it is also a licensed processing plant. Which means it has a huge advantage over other Victoria seafood restaurants when it comes to sourcing the freshest seafood possible.

As a plant The Fish Shore has the ability to legally purchase fish and shellfish directly from the fisherman and process it right from their floating store! Now that’s a fresh sea to plate dining experience!

The Fish Store is known for its innovative recipes and its commitment to sustainability, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy a seafood meal with a conscience. The location can also be found on Fisherman’s wharf. Like other restaurants on the wharf, there is only outdoor seating available so best to wait for the Summer months to make your visit.

So, if you’re looking for the best seafood in Victoria, BC, these are a few of the top places to check out.

Now go enjoy your sea to plate foodie experience!

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If you time your visit just right you may have a chance to feed the locals at Fisherman’s Wharf!
A fun activity to do after you enjoy the best seafood in Victoria, BC

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