Bartholomew's Public House in Victoria

777 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 2B5, Canada

★★★★☆
(1364 reviews)
Categories: Pub Restaurant

About

Located in Victoria, BC, a block from the Inner Harbour, on Humboldt St. at Douglas, Bartholomew’s Public House, known by the locals as Bart’s, offers a lively atmosphere in a traditional pub setting. We are open daily from 11:30am with Happy Hour running from 3pm to 6pm every day (3pm to 11pm on Mondays) Our menu features tasty share plates, appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, hearty mains and delicious desserts, plus a great selection of local craft beer, signature cocktails and the biggest selection of Gin & Tonic's in the city, if not the entire province.

Website
bartholomewspub.com
Address
777 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 2B5, Canada
Plus Code
CJCM+PV Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–11 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Great cocktails Live music Quiz night Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Food Food at bar Happy-hour food Spirits Wine
Dining options
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Paid street parking

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Reviews

4.3
★★★★☆
1364 reviews

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★★
December 3, 2024

The prices here are definitely on the higher side compared to other places. When we arrived, the waitress seated us at a high, somewhat uncomfortable table in the middle of the room, despite there being other available tables for two in quieter corners. We had to ask another staff member to move us to a different table. Overall, the vibe just didn’t feel right for me and my friend—it wasn’t the most welcoming or comfortable experience. Not sure if I’ll return.

★★★★
November 18, 2024

This place was cozy and delightful. Service was great, we had the Sunday roast dinner that starts at 3pm for $30 and it was quite good. The roast was actually delicious and Yorkshire pudding was almost as good as the last roast I had in Manchester. We tried the 4 course and the salad was lovely but didn’t love the cheesecake. GREAT gin menu. We just missed happy hour sadly but overall surprisingly wonderful experience for a place that kind of looks touristy from the outside.

★★★★★
October 28, 2024

Lovely old fashioned English style pub ...in a older historic building that's attached to the Hilton hotel ..... its got lots of TV around for sports games, bar , seasonal outdoor seating areas , lots of indoor seating areas from booths to round tables and bar seats etc ....... lots of options for drinks and food ....I added menu Pictures in post....our server Mandy does awsome customer service and other staff awsome aswell .....the atmosphere here is very traditional English pub with the decor and even traditional English pub food too

★★★★★
September 19, 2024

I enjoyed dining at Bartholomew's Public House and can’t recommend it enough! The private patio is a hidden gem, offering a serene escape from the bustling city. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends or a cozy date night. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty or a light bite, there’s a fantastic selection that caters to every palate. The drink menu is equally impressive, featuring craft cocktails and local brews. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring everything we needed for a delightful evening. Overall, Bartholomew's Public House is a must-visit. If you want a great dining experience with a lovely atmosphere, check it out!

★★★★
July 20, 2024

Great selection of interesting draft beer - maybe 40 or more. 11$ beer flights. Fish and chips has a very interesting batter, but overall not that great- not much actual fish in it surprisingly.. Service was great and the outdoor patio is very nice, but this is a bar and restaurant in the first floor of the DoubleTree hotel so don't expect a quaint historic setting. Overall a better than average experience.

★★★★
May 31, 2024

We stopped by Bartholomew’s Public House for a late dinner (830PM) and had a great experience. They have a large selection of drinks (beer, wine, cocktails) and a dedicated gin & tonic menu. The food menu was expansive and we enjoyed it all! Highlight was the Langos which is like a puff pastry garlic bread with dipping sauce. The house salad was fresh and adding salmon & avocado was great. Reasonable prices & open late. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
October 31, 2023

We came in for lunch and honestly, had a great time with delicious food and drinks! The server was super friendly and the drinks/food came out super quick. The serving sizes were huge, so just make sure to order accordingly, but the food was great. We would recommend the fish and chips or the tuna bowl. Would highly recommend you give it a try!

★★★★★
November 19, 2021

Always a great experience at Bart's, nicely varied food menu with tonnes of delicious options. Extensive tap list, massive variety of gin, beautifully curated cocktails. The staff are super lovely and very attentive.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 16, 2024

We stayed at DoubleTree and dined here a couple times. Food was good and so were the drinks.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Lovely English style pub. Shout out to Bar Manager Noah (sp?) and Bartender John. Nice pints and solid food. Highly recommend the beef dip or Sunday evening roast plate special. Absolute gem of a local watering hole. Cheers !

★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Good service but not much atmosphere when I visited.

★★
December 2, 2024

Young servers with horrible attitudes negate the others who are trying to do their best. Not a place that would be first on my list to go to in Victoria.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 2, 2024

Completely exceeded expectations. Super nice atmosphere, awesome & kind people, a spirit & cocktail menu that features aquavit (a rare treat), and everything we ordered was delicious. The mushroom risotto and poutine in particular was incredible, and their brown gravy is magnificent - absolutely will be back.

★★★★★
December 2, 2024

Music bingo is super fun! Will defs do it again

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Cute/awesome staff and great gluten free options!

★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Used to be a great spot before the pandemic... I was disappointed the few times I went there after, and last time, the waitress wasnt nice at all... Not going to spend money there anymore, Just a tourist spot now...

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Always enjoy going here

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Enjoyed a good pub meal in a friendly neighborhood pub. If you are looking for good meal that is reasonably priced, try it out.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Service is excellent! The food tonight was fantastic. The Atmosphere was relaxed. Always enjoy coming here.

★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The food was pricey. They charged us for a grilled chicken breast, mashed potatoes, and veggies (chicken was custom) $26. There wasnt a lot on the plate compared to the other dish that was the same price and there was a lot more food.

★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Beer poor, even by North American standards.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Had so much fun at trivia!

October 23, 2024

2 bartenders on with just 2 people at the bar and yet they made sure not make any eye contact for 5 minutes while complaining about coworkers and management. Time to clean house

★★★
October 23, 2024

Food was meh...not terrible not fantastic I would say slightly below average. Service was pretty mid also. Asked to turn channel from wnba to NFL of any game on a sunday and it never happened. Overall pretty forgettable place, good location though.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Our first night in Victoria we went with other family members to Bartholomews and had a really good time just relaxing and enjoying the Pubs atmosphere. The beer drinkers had lots of good brews to choose from, and the food menu made all of us happy with our choices. The service was excellent, our food came out promptly and our server was very friendly and attentive. Barts was a perfect first stop and introduction to Victoria. Vegetarian options: Always appreciate it when businesses have this option.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Great food and fun music bingo!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Great for dinner or bar bites

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

A little taste of England in a classic pub. Kate provided great service as we enjoyed some salads and toad in the hole. Unfortunately did not have room for sticky toffee pudding which sounded delicious.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Nice pub. Very bright and airy at 6pm in August. Quiet no loud music much appreciated by us old ones.

★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

4 of us ordered the Sunday roast beef dinner. we all agree the beef roast was super tough and chewy. the Yorkshire pudding was way sad. when in doubt, order a burger. wont partake of this eatery again for food. Maddie our server was however very accommodating!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Excellent salmon burger and tomato bisque

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Gluten free fish and chips !

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great English pub food and cocktails. The service is very good and we enjoyed the outside patio multiple times during our stay in Victoria. I think we ended up trying all of the appetizer dishes and didnt find one we didnt like. One star deduction for mice running around the patio which was concerning to some of our group.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

We always seem to end up here. Great Food and drink list

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Had a great experience for dinner with our family while visiting Victoria. The food was delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Nice atmosphere great food.

★★★★
August 23, 2024

Great English pub

★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Either the management/owners treat their people terribly, or the staff on a moderately busy Monday evening at 6pm is naturally surly. Whatever the reason, everyone had a chip on their shoulder, distraction in their eyes, and not an ounce of friendliness. Ugh.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Amazing place great feel of an English pub inside Victoria. Watched the Euro finals there and it was a great experience with the lads.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Had a great time at the pub!! Bingo night was enjoyable with a dance off and fun music, that the bar was singing along to. Food was great with the fish and chips tasting like they do it over in Ireland straight up. Yorkshire Pudding was a hardy meal and very tasty, recommend the horsey sauce with it. The gin and tonic list is full of all sorts and can make your own and should try

★★
June 23, 2024

A decade ago barts was my go to bar. I had some great times and met some life long friends. So when I returned to Victoria it was one of the places I wanted to revisit. It was a Sunday night, when we arrived there is a sign that says please wait to be seated. Even though the bar was not busy it took almost 10 min for someone to notice us. We were seated at a table, and then we waited for service. We were there for at least 15 min before a server took notice of us trying to get her attention. We were planning to eat but did not because of service. We had 1 drink and left. The atmosphere does not have that pub vibe anymore, it is more like a restaurant. No more meeting new people. It is sad to say but I will not go back. I have my memories

★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Englishtype pub but so dark inside. We arrived at a half empty place yet were seated at a small table just by the door. The drinks were good. We ordered pizza and salad. Pizza looked like a warmed up one from a supermarket rather than anything made on the premises. Overall, it was ok.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Great comfort food. Quicky made too. Service was decent too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

I love coming here every Thursday cause the Music Bingo was so fun!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Great beer selection, food is good!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

We tried the beef dip and sat on the patio and it was incredible! So tasty, quick service, and the fries were delicious. Best beef dip weve had :)

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Excellent food! Plenty of gluten free options. Dietary restrictions: Plenty of delicious gluten free options. Wheelchair accessibility: Very accommodating. Removed a chair for me to wheel under the table. They have an accessible restroom.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

The chicken sandwich was awesome, great service as well

★★★★
April 23, 2024

Was it overpriced? Absolutely. Would we come back? Probably. The food and service was very good but charging $9 for two cokes is robbery, I dont care what year we are in. We had the Bangers and Mash, the Beef Dip and two cokes. $65 before tip. We found it more expensive than most restaurants downtown Vancouver serving the same pub fare. The beef dip was very, very good but not $22 good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Been hanging here for 25 years. Nothing changes... which is a good thing. If it aint broke, dont fix it

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

One of my new favorite places to go

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Its a good looking pub with a good drink and food menu. Nice stop off or place enjoy a few beers with your mates.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great social place friends meeting friends. Great neighborhood pub vibe.

March 23, 2024

Overpriced nachos that were microwaved chips with cheese sauce and terrible chicken. When I asked how big the large nacho was, the server had no idea! Really? Won t return!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

We tend to meet at this pub after work about twice a month; a little more when the weather is cold or rainy. They have an excellent happy hour menu, The atmosphere is cozy and warm, with a touch of Old English charm. The service is fast, friendly, and attentive, without being bothersome. Food is good for traditional English pub fare.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Becoming my favorite pub in the city

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Loved this pub. Irish folk group playing music for 3 hrs. Enjoyed happy hour wines and appies, would come back again

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

I always force my friends to go to Bart s when we want to chat over drinks! Servers are so wonderful and well informed, often taking the time to chat with our group about the new beers on tap etc. Trivia and music bingo nights are fun too. Lots of nice corner booths if you d prefer a quieter atmosphere. Only negative is the food and cocktails can be pricey but it s nothing extreme for a Victoria pub.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Stellar fish and chips and now Wednesday Irish music night Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Really great pub downtown Victoria. The food and drinks were on point, service was good, and the atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for. Great place to go on a date or hang out with friends .

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

We stopped in for the Chiefs game because of the menu had so many GF options we had calamari and fish and chips, no pictures sorry. The staff was great and the atmosphere lovely. Good times.

★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Lovely staff. Food is good enough. Not quite the community vibe youd want from a pub. The bartender is very sweet and has a cute dog though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

I love heading to Bartholomews for happy hour or a late night stop. Great cocktails, applies and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Nice pub, excellent service, and friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Food was good and met expectations.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Classic pub vibes, great happy hour specials, and no nonsense style of service. I would definitely recommend coming for happy hour and having some cheap drinks and quick apps.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

We had a large group who were arriving at different times. The service staff were fantastic in securing us a cozy large table we could use as we waited for the others. Everyone was friendly, helpful and patient with our multi-generational group. Awesome, fun atmosphere. Fries were hot, crispy and yummy. The salmon burger is AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

We had a great visit here! We came in on a Friday night and though they were pretty busy we were seated quickly. The service was excellent and the food very good! We got an order of their gluten free fish n chips, which were really good, and an order of their crispy ribs, which were amazing! All washed down with some Guinness, ciders and a Lady Diana for good measure. Our waitress was super friendly and very attentive. We ll definitely return! Dietary restrictions: Good gluten free selection!

★★★
January 23, 2024

Take out

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Service is always excellent, food is good.

★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Great gin selection, awesome happy hour. Unfortunately food was lacking. The server raved about the coconut curry rice bowl, but when it came out, the rice was severely undercooked and was crunchy. I just ate the veggies that were on top, which tasted fine. No one checked in on me so I wasn t able to bring it up until an hour later when the plate was collected. Ordered the sticky toffee pudding, ice cream was half melted when it came out. They charged me for the rice bowl, but maybe the person who collected it (not my server) didn t tell anyone. It is what it is.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Amazing Sunday Roast! My first in Canada! Very good, the Yorkshire puddings were delicious. And the sticky toffee pudding! Fa-bu-lous. Maddie our waitress was amazing too! Thanks for this great moment!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We went on a Monday night, it was delicious. Both main meal and dessert. Not loud, not busy, an old rustic place with great food. The waitress was on the ball and ensured we always had a full drink. Would definitely recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Perfect pint of Guinness!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food and service. I usually go for trivia nights on Tuesdays.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best pub in Victoria! The food is really amazing, and the staff are always kind, patient, and go out of their way to make sure that you have a good time. Everyone is friendly and their food and drinks are fine dining quality while having a relaxing pub atmosphere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

House Ceasar with Tequila!

★★★
December 23, 2023

Very slow service on a Saturday at lunchtime. Food was cold when it got to us and was medicore quality.

December 23, 2023

There are 5 words that everyone in the service industry would benefit from knowing. Tonight I went to Bart s. When I arrived I noticed the sign that says Please wait to be seated. The hostess was chatting with someone and didn t acknowledge me, and from where I was standing I could see that the bar was nearly empty, so I helped myself to a chair at the bar. The bartender was filling water jugs at his sink. He looked at me in a derogatory way, continued filling the water jugs, looked at me in a derogatory way again, then came over asked Can I help you. I said I d like a menu and a beer, please. He said, The sign says you re supposed to wait, but fine I ll go grab a menu . Like it was big pain for him that I was there. Just, attitude. I left and went a half block up the street to another popular restaurant. Within 90 seconds of being there I was warmly greeted, seated, had a menu in front of me, and a drink. What a difference. I m going to spend my money somewhere else while I m at the adjacent hotel for the next 3 months. The 5 words that everyone in the service industry needs to know is, I ll be right with you . The bartender - and this establishment - would benefit from adding those words to the vocab.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The atmosphere is good but the food should be better.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good Caesars

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We had happy hour dried ribs which were good. Also ordered and split between 2 of us the Toad in a Hole which was lots, so was hard to do justice to the poutine, again great portion size and tasty! We will be back!

★★★
December 23, 2023

I found the service very good and quick but you should be aware of 2 things: A hot water with Lemon there is a charge of $4.25 at Bartholomews whilst in other pubs/restaurants it s free. Another they add tips in your bill .. 20% which I thought should be mention in advance for both issues!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice place for a drink. Old pub look and style.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

A great pub in Victoria

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Staff were friendly and helpful, decor and atmosphere was good. Too crowded, nd maybe just not my scene.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The black and blue burger was delicious; juicy substantial patty, caramelized onions, and the right amount of blue cheese. Perfect fries! Beer selection was great, and service by Kenzie kindly appreciated. Thx!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food here is good pub fare and there is a good selection of local craft beers. They now are open for lunch as well as of (September 28, 2022). The acoustics make it difficult for conversation especially later in the day when the place is full. There are lots of low tables for wheelchair seating. There is an accessible washroom (single room) with a support bar. However the toilet is mounted very low and may be difficult for some.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

What a great place to grab a beer, watch some sports and eat some good grub. The waitress were friendly even though they looked incredibly but they didn t miss a chance to check on you. I really like the happy hour menu. Got to go check it out for yourself!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Yup!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

What a great little spot in Victoria. A true olde English pub feel with some of the best chicken wings in town. All the food was very food. Incredible gin selection too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice place to go and have a nice time.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Fun and friendly

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

My new pub for Friday nights !!

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Fish and chips...sooooo greasy. Could not finish. Service was so-so. Not a 2nd visit for me

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A pleasant breakfast in a cozy and quiet place with a great location and friendly and unobtrusive service.

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The waiter used what professional servers call the Hep C grab this means he picked up used glasses by touching the rim. allowing saliva from the glass onto his hands and then did deliver new drinks while also touching the rim of the new beer glasses without washing, This is a great technique for transferring hep, herpes Covid diseases. Bad times.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Our fav yum yum spot DT when hunger strikes, and want to beet long wait times at the urban chic drab fab upitty name brand joints. A real classic Victorian establishment.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Really enjoyed the classic British pub experience.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Old English pub and gaining ground in the cocktail world. Impressive 3 page gin list, with some unique and hard-to-find gins. Some of the bartenders are knowledgeable and want to nerd out about gins/cocktails, which is fantastic. They were attentive and service was good. As a young woman sitting in a bar by myself, I felt safe in this bar and had a great time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went by there for a first date. Friendly staff and always open to chat. Good drinks and good food. I highly recommend this place. I have been here many times and it never fails to disappoint. They have fun packed evenings and a great happy hour selection. If youre in town, this is a great place to go. It is also right downtown within walking distance to everything. BTW...the date was awesome

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

One of the places in town that prioritizes hospitality, l love it there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great prices and excellent service !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Awesome pub. Love going at lunch where its quite peaceful inside. Nice small menu which I prefer. Large drink list. Dont sleep on the Langos!!

★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great find. Staff were excellent. Food & drinks were fantastic. Toad in the Hole & Mac & Cheese.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

You can t beat Bart s for a classic pub feel in downtown Victoria. Great selection of beer, pub-style food and friendly service. If you re in need of a relaxed spot for a beer look no further.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great staff, service and options.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very helpful, accommodating staff. Secluded outdoor patio, (until 23;00) cozy indoor pub/restaurant. Very pleased they serve non-alcoholic beer & I wish it was available on tap as it is in more & more pubs in Victoria.

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

3 out of 3 dishes we ordered were terrible

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I had the most delicious roasted mushroom tagliatelle. It is heavenly! The pasta is hand made in house. A must try!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Kelee (Idk how to spell) was a fantastic server! She always made sure we had water and took great care of us! The poutine was FANTASTIC and the gin list was 4 pages long. I didnt even know there was that much gin! Absolutely a must go to if youre in Victoria and Im so happy we found it!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A classic pub. Small menu, quality is okay.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This place is not cheap but the atmosphere and service are worth it. Plus I had a Pimms Cup for the first time and it was crazy good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Such friendly staff and a good selection of drinks. The yorkshire pudding is delicious!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice location right downtown Victoria near the museum, vic theatre and the Empress. Warm inviting atmosphere. Food was great and the service was fast and friendly. Prices and food were good (pub fare menu) will definitely go back

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I first made the mistake of walking across the street from the Marriott Double tree to Browns Social House. I waited at the bar for over 20 minutes for the bartender to take my order. I came back to the hotel to find this pub one floor below the main floor. As soon as I walked in, I was welcomed by Keely & her warm hospitality! I knew I was in the right place right then ! I sat at the bar and Jeremy & Noah provided me with incredible experience by giving me recommendations of local beers on tap which I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was delicious and the entire team took great care of me while I sat at the bar. I was here for a work trip, so I was alone, but Jeremy & Noah went out of their way to create conversation with me and give me the best dining experience possible. I ll never walk across the street again to a large chain restaurant when I can be spoiled by incredible hospitality and delicious food at the Bartholomew s Public House! Thanks for the great experience I ll be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

What an amazing spot. We went there after eating dinner at a nearby high end place and needing better food. We chowed down on the pork ribs and the fries. The bartender made us off-the-menu tasty drinks based on what we were in the mood for. They were also extremely pleasant company as a whole. Total night saver.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

This place has it all, amazing food, friendly staff, fast service and great atmosphere. A must stop place for sure. The toad in a hole is to die for. And if youre there on a Thursday night, youve got to try musical bingo. Absolutely a blast.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great atmosphere and staff very attentive. We visited on a Thursday night and they had a game of music bingo going on early doors, great bit of entertainment while we ate.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I had the Yorkshire Pudding stuffed with Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables and it was absolutely delicious. The only one thing that I would of liked is if the roast beef was a slight bit more tender, but all in all my experience and my families experience eating as this establishment was terrific!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good service, nice setting, food was good, prices were on the higher end but nothing crazy.

December 23, 2023

We dropped in for a beer this evening on our first day in Victoria after a long drive and a long walk round. We sat outside but when it got a little chilly we came inside. The duty manager was unnecessarily hostile because we had breached some rule we were unaware of. Not like an English pub at all and we know.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Highly recommend the gluten free calamari and gluten free fish and chips! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options available Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great spot for food and drinks, not badly priced and server was excellent

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Overall, its an inexpensive pub, but dont expect a proper English pub experience where you can hang out and relax without the staff trying to bother you incessantly. I was with a group of friends yesterday and we were visibly enjoying our conversation and had beers that werent empty. Despite this, the staff interrupted many conversations. We didnt think we were overstaying our welcome because we were only there for 2 hours and ordered many drinks and food. The happy hour is nice though.

★★
December 23, 2023

not very good fish & chips

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I love the poutine from here, the fries are so tasty. But the cocktails are pretty cool too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This is our favorite pub in Victoria. We went twice during our visit. Both times the food and drinks were amazing. There Gin and Tonics are the best and the fish and chips is crispy, crunchy and the fish is light and buttery. The first time we were there during happy hour and had great service. The second time was at the end of the lunch service and staffing was minimal and not super responsive because they had to cover all of the restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Staff was very friendly and the food was great!

★★
December 23, 2023

Im not sure why no one is talking about the mouse problem. There was literally a family of mice living their best life on the patio, and we saw several mice come in and out of the restaurant. I let someone know, and it looked like they had gone through this before with people because he already had a speech prepared about how they have traps set out and have passed every health inspection. I believed him. We had a couple of drinks and ate food. The staff was very kind and came with a broom and dust pan to try and catch the mice. But for the past 18 hours, I have been feeling extremely nauseated. Then, we looked at the past reviews. About a year ago. Someone left a review talking about the mouse problem. For the people that didnt hear me in the back, THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT THE MOUSE PROBLEM FOR AT LEAST A YEAR AND HAVE NOT SOLVED THE PROBLEM. This is disgusting. This is a problem that should have been addressed when it was discovered. The staff was very kind, but not always on top of drinks. I do not blame them for the bars infestation. But management needs to address this. I would advise anyone thinking of coming here, to find a different place to eat.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious food, good service (but forgot to bring us our bill), and nice atmosphere but a little noisy when Karaoke starts.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The service was fantastic. The pub is clad in beautiful dark timber and the brick arched windows will make you think youre in the UK. A fun place for a quick bite and some drinks.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I am a classic cocktail connoisseur, and Bartholomew s Pub is by far the best I have ever had. The Gin Gimlet is perfect, and their gin and tonics are sublime. The fish and chips were also amazing. The service was great and the atmosphere was fantastic. Skip every pub on Government Street and come to Bartholomew s.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Good Place opposite the best Hotel {forgot name}. No Tourist! But use. BEST BEARS + KANADIAN WHISKIES. A REAL GOOD PUB

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had lunch here with some friends while exploring downtown Victoria and had a great experience. Kenzie was our host and server and he was warm, welcoming and professional. Our food was served quickly and we all enjoyed our meals. My dip sandwich was spot on as was the soup and my friend said the fish and chips were very good. The location is perfect for when you are downtown. Do recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I love this place. Its been a source of good memories for years. The new ownership show pride in their cocktail and food lists and the atmosphere is relaxed and inviting. Highly recommend.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great selection of beer! Got two appetizers- the potato skins were small but the quesadilla was good

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great pub style food and atmosphere with Tuesday trivia night and Thursday music bingo

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food here is so good, like way better than any pub food Ive ever had. The spinach dip and fish and chips were perfect. Great atmosphere, and service. Couldnt have enjoyed it more.

★★
December 23, 2023

Dined here while staying at the Hilton. Disappointing. The furniture inside seating is worned & dirty. The main meal of fish & risotto was poor. The wine selection was one only (they said they ran out due to the hot weather). The service was slow.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Barts as it is affectionately known by locals has all of that old world charm with the classic wood interior and British pub feel. Step on to the patio and you are transported to a lovely little oasis. The fountain drowns out most of the street noise and on a hot sunny day its a lovely place to laze the day away. We tend to go to Barts for happy hour specifically for the gin and tonics which are AWESOME. There are 4 standard options as well as a build your own which is really cool. The food is good. Nothing amazing by my standards. It fulfills its purpose.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The atmosphere would ve gained a higher mark if not for the customer who came in, that every staff member knew as if he worked there, decided he was a VIP who could routinely swear with children in the place. Very classy staff shouldn t feel free to treat the place like a hangout when they re off. Otherwise spot on British decor, good service but the food was not good, tasted old to borderline being sent back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Classic English pub vibe in downtown Victoria with upscale beer selection and first class service. Skip the rest, and enjoy the best here at Bartholomews.

★★
December 23, 2023

Incredibly noisy. Huge party next to us were yelling at each other, after staff had the group in a back room they moved them out to the main restaurant. We shortened our meal and left. Food was just ok, staff rarely checked in. Fish and chips were horrible. If there was actually fish under the overcooked batter I could not find much.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great selection for celiacs. The gluten free fish and chips is very good! Dietary restrictions: Gluten Food : 4/5 |

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

This is a comfortable casual place to eat. Service is professional, friendly, and helpful. They have several gluten free options. The food is excellent, particularly the French dip sandwich. I highly recommend it.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Perfect poutine. Cheese curds at perfect level of meltiness. Fries perfectly done. Gravy is excellent. Fries could perhaps have a bit more seasoning on them but with a superb gravy they dont really need it.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had beer along with chicken wings. So yummy . Good service. Very good atmosphere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This place is great. Good selection of beers and tons of gin. Noah behind the bar was a great guy and terrific sever/bartender.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good pub food. Excellent service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A quaint pub with a large selection of beer on tap. The service was OK and the food was excellent. The beer is delicious.

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Service was absolutely horrible. We sat for 10 mins before our drink order was taken. Then it took forever to get the drinks. Chicken fingers were luke warm. Caesar salad had too much dressing. Disgusting place, I wouldnt recommend wasting money here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A place with a good English atmosphere, delicious wings and even better drinks,

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I held a B2B conference and expo at the Victoria Conference Centre. My delegates were treated with the utmost disrespect just because they smoked cannabis. Calling them pot heads and stoners and not letting them enter the restaurant. Almost all of our delegates stayed here. All of them are in the cannabis industry. Quite certain we will not stay here again because of the manager bias against a legal substance. Meanwhile he makes his living selling alcohol. Just rude.

December 23, 2023

Never again

December 23, 2023

I was trying to have a nice dinner after a long day at work but I was disturbed by an argument the very rude manager was having with a guest. He was yelling at him and calling him a pot head. The gentleman remained calm. This manager clearly needs to take a course in good customer service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Dry ribs very good, seasame dressing delicious. Poutine not as much cheese curds as Costco food court. Tuesday trivia night was great. The cider wasnt great, the coke was flat and poorly mixed. Our waitress was very pleasant, the atmosphere and decor was fantastic.

December 23, 2023

I was the guy who was kicked out for rolling a joint.

December 23, 2023

If I can give a zero I would. The manager treated all of our delegates and guests for our conference with the utmost disrespectful. I understand his concerns with substance in his restaurant but the whole process could have been held much differently because of his rudeness may have created the reason why no one was listening to him. But instead he goes on to comment and reply back with the same rude ignorant and disrespect again. Then the next day we had different group of people from our conference (lawyers doctors, government official) enter the restaurant and wanted to put food to their room and were decline. Because of incident that had nothing to do with them. My husband and I spent a lot of money to stay at this hotel . To have the restaurant manager act the way he did and continue to do so for the 3 days. Is just disrespectful ignorant, should not be working with the public. Further more we have video footage of this Manager treating quest with the same disrespect mannerism .

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The manager discriminated the medical cannabis convention users and refused us access He just answered us back He never had warned anybody. The guy that was with us is a medical patient that can carry big quantity of cannabis with him. He just pulled it out to prepare his medicine to go outside after I think more than half of the customers that night in your restaurant were the convention people if you would ve been polite and asked us the medical patient would have listen but no, he came in a very hostile way to tell us to leave the place so you have your own interpretation anyways, it s been discussed with the organizers of the convention, I think you are going to have news of the manager of the hotel it was our second year at this hotel for the convention, and I think it will be the last because of your attitude

December 23, 2023

I came to this pub to meet with colleagues for a business meeting while in town as a guest speaker for a conference. The manager refused to seat us and called us stoners. He was rude, dismissive, judgemental, arrogant and grossly ill informed. He was mired in ableism and was completely discriminatory to me because of my disability. He needs to be trained in customer service and educated by the Hilton and his senior management to not discriminate against professionals or anyone with a disability. I expect an apology as requested. To date no response has occurred.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great service and draft beer selection

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

There is a reason I keep coming back here every time I am in Victoria. Such a cozy pub and the food is delicious.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Fun for happy hour, dinner and trivia!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Loved the atmosphere, nice and cozy! Great service and food too. Had great menu options with decent prices. Will return to enjoy their happy hour next time!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice place with pretty good food, the fries are to die for.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Our experience here did not start off that well due to our waitress having a large and needy party consuming so much of her time, but the host that seated us came to check in after seeing we still did not have any drinks. Dan went above and beyond for us and made our experience one to remember. Im not sure who made the drink I ordered, but it was not on the menu and probably the best drink Ive ever had. Next time we are in Victoria, we are sure to stop by again to enjoy the amazing food and friendly staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice pub

December 23, 2023

The chicken quesadilla I ordered was basically snack size and not worth the $16 + tip I paid for it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Tuesday night is trivia night and this visit happened to be on Halloween evening...many guests were dressed up and of course the staff too. Great night, lots of fun! Busy place and still friendly and caring services.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

My 2nd time to Barts. Love this place! It s a proper old school pub with some nice upgrades great beer selection, great kitchen. Calamari is really good. Nitro Naughty Hildegard on tap! So yummy. I ll be back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

We had such a fun work dinner here. Our waitress Sacha was honestly probably the greatest waitress Ive ever had the pleasure of being served by. There were 18 of us, she was constantly checking in, remembered faces when people moved around the table. Over the noise from the rest of the table she was unbothered, listened to our large orders, repeated it back to the group with perfection, & served as such. Sacha was on fire. We were amazed by their service. Also the food, ugh, it was good - I ate the Toad in a Hole.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

On the loud side but typical for a pub environment. Lots of beer choices and pub food was tasty. Also kid friendly.

★★★
December 23, 2023

It was all day Happy Hour, and it was inexpensive, however, the quesidilla was very bland, nachos & pizza okay, but the English pub atmosphere was fun.

December 23, 2023

I was in the pub one Friday early evening, having a drink with a friend a week or so ago & there was a table of about 8 people nearby that were swearing using the F word repeatedly & loud. I asked to speak to a manager & he asked them once to please stop swearing, but they still continued. When I asked to speak to the manager again, he tried to use the excuse that it is a pub on a Friday night & should be expected. They offered to move me to another table, but I said that I was not the problem so why should I move. The manager then turned the tables & told me that I was the problem because I was the only one complaining about the behavior. This is unacceptable behaviour for a respectable place & I am a regular customer. Very unsatisfied.

★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great service..Really miss the live entertainment and dance floor

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Manager was not only rule, but arrogant and condescending. Acted as if our group were lesser people than her. Never seen a business talk down to their customers like this place.