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If you’ve been trying to explore what downtown Victoria has to offer alongside your precious pup, you’re not alone. 

This week, a Reddit user took it upon themself to break down the best dog-friendly restaurants by cost and demographic. Their reasoning was simple—everywhere they looked, it was far too difficult to find a location that fit their needs when it came to cost and distance.

“I got annoyed that anytime I went downtown with my dog I had no clue where I could take her to sit down for a bite to eat. It’s not like any businesses put up ‘dog friendly’ signs. And then after asking the community there’s suddenly too many options to make a decision,” said E.N. via Reddit.

Without further ado, here are 21 dog-friendly eateries in and around Victoria: 

Dutch Bakery 

  • Vibe: Classic, family-run bakery for families and pastry lovers.
  • Age range: All ages 
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 718 Fort Street
  • When: 
    • Monday to Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    • Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Yates Street Taphouse

  • Vibe: Lively, sports-centric spot for sports fans and after-work crowd.
  • Age range: 20 to 45
  • Average cost:
  • Where: 759 Yates Street
  • When:
    • Monday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m.
    • Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.
    • Saturday, 12 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
    • Sunday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. 

Ayo Eats

  • Vibe: Colorful, friendly atmosphere for food adventurers.
  • Age range: 20-45
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 560 Johnson Street
  • When: 
    • Tuesday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    • Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Saturday, 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Monday 6:30 p.m., 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Tacofino 

  • Vibe: Vibrant, casual eatery for foodies and tourists
  • Age range: 20-40
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 760 Pandora Avenue
  • When: Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Cafe Jumbo 

  • Vibe: Quaint European café frequented by coffee lovers and artists
  • Age range: 20-50
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 506 Fort Street
  • When: Monday to Sunday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Boomtown 

  • Vibe: Hip, artsy space for creatives and young professionals
  • Age range: 20-40
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 950 Yates Street
  • When: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Fisherman’s Wharf

  • Vibe: Lively waterfront spot with a mix of tourists, locals, and families
  • Age range: All ages
  • Average cost: $15 
  • Where: 1 Dallas Road

Mcraes

  • Vibe: Casual, neighbourhood eatery for families, friends, and locals
  • Age range: All ages
  • Average cost: $15
  • Where: 1652 McRae Avenue
  • When: Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Whistle Buoy 

  • Vibe: Casual, modern brewery popular with craft beer enthusiasts
  • Age range: 20-40
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: Market Square, 560 Johnson Street
  • When: 
    • Sunday to Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Thursday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.

The Drake Eatery 

  • Vibe: Lively and rustic, with a focus on local craft beer and comfort food
  • Age range: 25-45
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 517 Pandora Avenue
  • When: Monday to Sunday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. 

Herald Street Brew Works

  • Vibe: Industrial, laid-back brewery for beer lovers and after-work crowd
  • Age range: 20-45
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 506 Herald Street
  • When: 
    • Monday to Thursday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Friday, 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.
    • Saturday, 12 p..m. to 11 p.m.
    • Sunday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tug Eatery 

  • Vibe: Waterfront, relaxed setting for locals and tourists
  • Age range: 25 to 50
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 407 Swift Street
  • When: 
    • Monday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
    • Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Phillips Brewery

  • Vibe: Industrial, lively brewery for beer aficionados and groups
  • Age range: 21-45
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 2010 Government Street
  • When: 
    • Sunday to Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Beagle Pub

  • Vibe: Traditional, cozy pub frequented by locals and sports fans
  • Age range: 25-50
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 301 Cook Street
  • When: 
    • Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Fernwood Inn

  • Vibe: Warm, inviting spot popular with locals and date nights
  • Age range: 25-50
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 1302 Gladstone Avenue
  • When: 
    • Tuesday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
    • Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
    • Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
    • Monday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Penny Farthing

  • Vibe: Classic English pub with a mix of locals, expats, and pub enthusiasts
  • Age range: 30-60
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 228 Oak Bay Avenue
  • When:
    • Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. 
    • Sunday and Monday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Driftwood

  • Vibe: Rustic, comfortable setting for casual diners and locals
  • Age range: 25-55
  • Average cost: $30
  • Where: 836 Viewfield Road
  • When: 
    • Sunday to Thursday, 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Ferris’ Grill and Garden patio

  • Vibe: Intimate, neighborhood venue for foodies and couples
  • Age range: 25-50
  • Average cost: $50
  • Where: 536 Yates Street
  • When: 
    • Sunday to Thursday, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Friday to Saturday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Pagliacci’s

  • Vibe: Cozy, rustic atmosphere enjoyed by families and couples
  • Age range: All ages
  • Average cost: $50
  • Where: 1011 Broad Street
  • When: 
    • Monday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
    • Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Lido waterfront Bar and Bistro

  • Vibe: Elegant, refined spot for upscale diners and date nights
  • Age range: 30-65
  • Average cost: $50
  • Where: 1234 Wharf Street, Harbour Road
  • When: Sunday to Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Glo restaurant and lounge

Glo accommodates dog owners by providing designated areas outside the patio premises where dogs can be safely secured.

  • Vibe: Modern, waterfront location for professionals and date nights
  • Age range: 25-55
  • Average cost: $50
  • Where: 2940 Jutland Road
  • When:
    • Sunday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

 

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