Tapas and small plates in Victoria — izakaya snacks, Indian-inspired dishes, and wine-bar spreads built for sharing.
Start with Nubo Japanese Tapas, Kinu by Sizzling Tandoor, and Part and Parcel. The stories below have more detail; check the restaurant websites for current menus and hours.
The rooms where the point is to keep ordering, from happy hour to date night.
Japanese sushi and izakaya dishes at 765 Fort Street. The restaurant lists opening hours as to be announced, so confirm service before going.
765 Fort St.
Confirm service before visiting: the restaurant currently lists hours as to be announced.
Indian-inspired small plates and cocktails from the Sizzling Tandoor team, at Uptown in Saanich.
123-3600 Uptown Blvd.
Seasonal small plates and wine on Quadra Street. Our May 2026 chef profile discusses Sergio Hernandez's cooking here and his work with Perro Negro.
2656 Quadra St.
A small wine bar on Herald Street in Chinatown, with a changing bottle list and plates to share.
658 Herald St.
A small natural wine bar on Blanshard Street. Order oysters, charcuterie or a few plates to share with a glass.
1002 Blanshard St.
Walk-ins only; no reservations.
European-inspired dishes for sharing on Pandora Avenue. Weekday coffee and lunch service lead into dinner, which runs seven days a week.
710 Pandora Ave.
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