Glo Restaurant + Lounge in Victoria

2940 Jutland Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 5K7, Canada

★★★★☆
(2651 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant Bar Bar & grill Lounge

About

Glo Restaurant + Lounge offers unparalleled views of the Selkirk Waterway minutes from Downtown. The interior is comprised of floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the waterway and offers a sleek + modern design with inviting booths and plenty of seating at our 360° bar.

Website
glovictoria.com
Address
2940 Jutland Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 5K7, Canada
Plus Code
CJQC+PC Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Sunday
11 AM–9 PM
Monday
11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great cocktails Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Happy-hour food Healthy options Late-night food Organic dishes Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Brunch Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic Trending Upmarket
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Paid parking lot Paid street parking Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
2651 reviews

Most Mentioned

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★★★★★
December 2, 2024

Finally got to check out Glow after having it on my list forever, and wow, what a night! Our order : The calamari? Unreal. So fresh, and the deep-fried jalapeños were a total game-changer. We cleaned up the chicken pasta in minutes—so smoky and delicious. The chicken popcorn with that saucy rice combo? Super filling and a nice surprise. We did hit a little snag with the pepperoni flatbread, but the staff handled it like champs and replaced it right away—big points for that! Only thing? The music. Great tunes, but the sound system didn’t quite hit the vibe. A little upgrade there could truly complete the amazing atmosphere this place already has.

★★★★
November 30, 2024

Good restaurant. Located by the water. It was cold so the seating was inside. Nice bar with a big screen TV for the games. Really clean place. Food was OK. Service was good too. Parking is free on the street 1hr.

★★★★★
November 6, 2024

I cannot share enough, how amazing it was at this restaurant. The food, the service the atmosphere of the place everything was absolutely amazing. We brought my mom here for a day out from her hospice care and she was treated so wonderfully and compassionately. I would not hesitate to come here again and again and again. the food cannot be described. It has to be experienced. I would recommend reservations.

★★★★★
September 28, 2024

This place is one of the best restaurants we've been to in a while. Everything we had was fantastic: Beef tenderloin carpaccio, smoked chicken penne, pan seared miso halibut, blackened creole chicken. My wife has celiac and they have a lot of options. The gluten free penne was probably the best GF pasta she has tried. We also had a few cocktails and they were all well made. Earl Grey Martini was a stand out for me. Our server was very nice and accommodating as well and service was very fast.

★★★★
September 20, 2024

Absolutely adore Glo! It is one of my favourite restaurants in Victoria! The only reason I gave 4/5 stars instead of 5 is because they removed their Spinach and Artichoke dip from the menu :( It was my absolute favourite item on the menu and I would come here almost once a week to get it! It was also an amazing gluten free option (as a celiac) where I would get it with the gluten free flat bread. Please Glo bring it back, I, along with so many others, miss it so much!!

★★★★★
September 10, 2024

Wow, how did I miss this place previously! The menu is fantastic with lots of items to choose from. Carpaccio was awesome, great atmosphere. Reservation would be recommended on nice days if you want to sit outside. Quiet environment for lovers or business.

★★★★★
September 3, 2024

Went for the first time about a month ago with my friend and we had the best time. We caught the tail end of happy hour which was awesome, lots of tasty drinks and food at great prices. Our server Lydia was absolutely fantastic. Her recommendations on the drinks and food were perfect, we loved every drink and dish we ordered. Some of my favourites dishes were the popcorn chicken (perfect sweet and savory with some spice), the pear salad was great as well (good toppings and perfectly dressed), and the turkey club was outstanding. Fav drinks were the black raspberry sour, and the espresso martinis. My friend's fav was the tropical margarita. We spend about 2 hours there, tried about half the cocktail menu, and got a bunch of food and we really did love everything. Can't wait to go back.

★★★★★
August 10, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Glo Restaurant + Lounge in Victoria, BC, and it was an extraordinary experience. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the amazing ambiance—modern, vibrant, and with a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. It's the kind of place that makes you want to stay and enjoy every moment. The food at Glo was nothing short of incredible. I had the Blackened Creole Chicken, and it was simply outstanding. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, with a rich, bold flavor that left me wanting more. To accompany my meal, I chose the Passionfruit Creamsicle Spritzer, which was refreshing and perfectly balanced—a delightful drink that complemented the dish wonderfully. For dessert, I couldn’t resist the Honey Lavender Cheesecake, and it was the perfect ending to an already amazing meal. The cheesecake was creamy and rich, with just the right amount of sweetness and a subtle lavender flavor that made it truly unique. The staff at Glo were also fantastic—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. They made sure everything was to my liking and contributed to the overall wonderful experience. Glo Restaurant + Lounge is a must-visit if you’re in Victoria. With its incredible food, great ambiance, and top-notch service, it’s the perfect spot for any occasion. I’ll definitely be returning on my next visit to Victoria!

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

This was my partner and mine first time here. We ordered caesars and the spinach dip. Both were fantastic, the only downfall is the proportions of dip to chips. Definitely need a few more chips. We asked for a few extra to finish off the last bit but it would have cost an additional fee so we didnt bother. Would definitely still recommend regardless!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2024

This was my first time trying this restaurant and I have to say I was very impressed. The ambiance was quite nice. The service was fantastic. The food was excellent. We had the calamari which was so good. I had the steak and prawns, which was just excellent. my wife had the blackened Cajun chicken and she really enjoyed it. There were so many items on the menu that I wanted to try, but I was craving steak and it was definitely worth it. I can t wait to go back service was really good. Our server was kind and prompt. Steak was cooked to perfection. The prawns were cooked to perfection. My wife s chicken was also cooked perfectly. The whipped mashed potatoes were delicious. The veggies were excellent, and the drinks were also very good. Can t wait to go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Spectacular food excellent views. Warm atmosphere. Friendy staff. This place is fair priced for being on the water front. Happy hour is a must. They also put Sunday football games on for those of you who are big fans. My most recent visit was a disco night. It was very entertaining. I did not order any food on this particular last visit but the drinks were amazing. I cant wait to come back with some friends and enjoy a very good meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Amazing food staff and restaurant. We had a blast at the Christmas party

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Great dinner spot in Victoria

★★★★
December 8, 2024

We saw this place from the Selkirk bridge while riding. First visit. Friendly staff. This restaurant has a very nice design with views of the Gorge. Service was good. Food was very good. Pricing was what one can expect for waterfront dining on par. The cost of operating an establishment on the waterfront will be more so one can expect higher pricing but they do have a nice Happy Hour choice 3pm-5pm were one can save. The only thing I would like to see which would be nice would be if they dropped ice water when you are seated also it would be nice to have a larger 20 ounce or pint of beer option. Their house draft is nice. Reviews are all about expectations and for my wife and I it meet ours. We dont live in Victoria but next time we visit would keep this place in mind. Vegetarian options: Just noticed them on the menu. We has chicken quesadillas which we loved. Glo bread was tasty as well. Parking: Plenty of free street parking but only one hour to 6pm then as long as you need after 6pm. Look around the side streets off the traffic circle. We found one a 5 minute walk away.There are two hour free spots. $4.00 per hour paid parking otherwise.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

We had a great view, and the room was tastefully decorated for the Christmas season. Exellent and friendly service. The thai curry chicken soup and pear salad were delicious. We had the dessert special able crumble cheesecake very generous portion and tasty too..

★★
December 1, 2024

I hadnt been to Glo in about a year, but got the poke bowl my most recent time because I had bought it a year ago and really enjoyed it. The food was good, but the bowl size looked smaller and portion size was less than half the bowl. I paid $26 for a meal that I was still hungry after. We also got the calamari and artichoke dip, and the portion sizes were tiny for the $ value charged. Its a disappointing trend from the restaurant industry. Food, atmosphere, and service was good, but based on portion size, its poor value for your money and I wont be going back.

★★★
December 1, 2024

Food and service were great, and the Christmas decorations are tasteful and beautiful. It would have been 5 stars if it wasn t for the very loud music played by the live DJ. The level of volume and type of music just did not match the atmosphere of trying to enjoy a dinner with friends. It was an unusual choice and ruined our impression unfortunately.

★★★★★
November 24, 2024

Excellent meal with terrific service from Leif. All the food choices were excellent and terrific atmosphere .

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Best fries in Victoria, atmosphere is unmatched as well. 10/10 on everything if you go get the beef dip with spicy fries. Would you be able to make a Saturn? Not sure if there s Falernum and passion fruit syrup at the bar.

Local Guide
November 22, 2024

We ve eaten at this restaurant dozens of times. Today at 330pm, we came in with four adults, an infant, and two small children (7). We were told that they could not accommodate us today under any circumstances. The restaurant wasn t terribly busy and in the past when I ve come in with my girlfriends and it s been much busier, and the same number of people, we were given a wait time. In this case here, we were profiled for having children with us. What a shame. I ve been eating here for years. I have read the response below and will reiterate, I ve come in many times with the same or similar number of people and during high season and have always, every single time, been given the option to put my name on the waitlist with an estimate of how long it might be. Not in this instance. The excuse that was made does not cut it due to past precedent.

★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great place for lunch

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Delicious birthday dinner and the perfect size birthday dessert (Sticky Toffee Pudding with a candle) Got the Calamari and a Burger. A great spot to go for a walk before or after dinner too :) Food

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Extraordinary place, with a spectacular view and variety of dishes. One of the most beautiful and good restaurants I have been to.

★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

This place is located at the edge of the gorge with a fabulous vista. Restaurant design is quite cool Servers were all efficient and friendly. Great menu also however, the food itself was a tad lacking, so we found. Food

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great brunch and service.

November 22, 2024

I never write a review before, but this is the Worst experience ever ~my son ordered a 8oz steak, and my friend ordered a 6oz steak. When the food came, my son started cutting his steak, I noticed the size difference, the 8oz is smaller than the 6oz, so the server had to send her manager over( our server was very sweet and lovely tho)and the manager keep telling me they did not make mistakes, that the 8oz is cut thicker ,so I showed her my son s and my friend s steak , compared the the size and the THICKNESS of the steak ! She see it and still denied of their mistake, but offered to make a new one. ( why make a new one if you did not make a mistake??)Is it that hard to admit a mistake? I would just let go if she just say sorry . I would just take the 6oz. so I ask her to cancel the order! And I ordered the beef dip, the dip is very tasty but the beef was sooo dry! We end up ordering other food when we got home! The only thing good about the restaurant is the atmosphere ~ Thaz all~

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Perfect ver perfect Kid-friendliness: Good waitress Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

The food here is always phenomenal, I had the beet and avocado salad and added blackened salmon and it was INCREDIBLE. But so is everything there, always a favourite when we come to Victoria. Very similar to a cactus club, but women-owned/managed and local (not chain)! Kelowna needs one of these for sure, definitely one of my top favourite places to go. Reanna was amazing as well! Definitely recommend 100%!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

We visited Glo during a summer day. The food was good and the waitresses were excellent! They were personable, friendly and made further suggestions based on what we were ordering. The setting is really nice, very close to the ocean and in a designated walking area that is fantastic!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Excellent menu, delicious food and amazing ocean view! Situated in the heart of the city, Glo offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for a wholesome meal or a relaxing brunch. The attentive and friendly staff at Glo adds to the overall dining experience, making guests feel welcomed and well taken care of.

★★★
October 22, 2024

I made reservations for 4, online for a birthday celebration tonight which put in the comments of our reservation. This restaurant is usually pretty good and is considered a bit more upscale. When we arrived at the front counter, the friendly staff greeted us and before taking us to our seat informed us another reservation was coming to our table in 2 hours and did we think we could be done by then. I thought this was quite rude as this is a fairly nice restaurant and one does not expect a time crunch altho the person seating us told us that if we thought we may take longer than the allotted 2 hours, we could tell our server and they would make some adjustments. Our server, Nick was awesome and very attentive. However, It felt like he was being pressured to rush us thru. We ordered a cocktail and an appetizer which came promptly. Before our appy was even on the table we felt rushed in having to order our main entres. Once ordered, we also ordered a bottle of wine. Our main course came uber quickly but our wine did not. We each slowed down eating our dinners because we were feeling the rush but were afraid wed finish our dinner before our bottle of wine was brought to the table. Once the red wine ($60/bottle) arrived, the wine glasses put on our table were not proper red wine glasses, they resembled something that would have been served for a dessert wine. Our server apologized for the glasses but said they couldnt find proper wine glasses. We were barely finished our dinner and wine when we were asked if we would like dessert. We had had our cocktails, appetizer, main dish and wine all in less than an hour. There was about another hour before the next reservation. I mentioned to our server that it seemed we were being rushed thru. He apologized and said that was not their intent. We, in no way feel our server was responsible for the rushed vibe we felt. We felt there was pressure on him from someone in a higher position to get us in and get us out before the next reservation. However, we noted there were several empty tables nearby. The point here is that when you are spending $200+ for a nice dinner out to celebrate a special occasion, it is very disappointing to feel rushed and concerned about the time. If we wanted to just grab a diiner, we would have gone to a fast food restaurant. I dont normally post reviews but I feel the food service industry is struggling during these tough times, which is evident by the inflated prices and much smaller portions. However, the lack of customer service where the consumer is made to feel rushed is inexcusable. Again, this review is no reflection on our server as he was excellent, rather the management needs to review their practices if they want repeat customers and word of mouth referrals, and to keep a good reputation.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Really enjoyed our dinner here, friendly staff, great vibe, great service. Chatted w Lily the floor manager, she is awesome! Only four stars for food because Al pastor tacos didn t taste like Al Pastor at all, but otherwise all was good. Definitely recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

They were very nice and served great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Beautiful food and a lovely atmosphere

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Service was awesome and atmosphere is comfortable! The happy hour menu is decently sized and decently priced, leaning to the affordable side! Drinks are SO GOOD, their Caesar is so yum especially if youre not the best with spice!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Always great service and great food!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The menu is phenomenal. Every option sounded so delicious, and our food was amazing. Great atmosphere and incredible service. Our server, Ocean, was incredibly attentive and accommodating, while still giving us space to enjoy our meal. Incredible experience. Dietary restrictions: Had gluten free options

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

My mom loves this place

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Cant go wrong here, but make a reservation, especially in tourist season!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Wonderful place to spent time here

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

It was a little loud but to be fair, it was busy. The staff was warn, kind and friendly. I ll be going back. What s great find! Parking: 30 sex walk to the front door.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

It was wonderful magnificent great service food fantastic delicious cant wait to visit again, i also tell some friends and family about this gorgeous place Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Every bit of this dining experience was worth it. The venue is awesome, the service was on point, the dinners were fantastic, and the desserts delicious! Try the Earl Grey Martini if youre not driving!

★★
October 22, 2024

Had lam burger and it s over cooked, the batty is very dry.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Im happy to see there is a dog friendly patio section now! Foods great, patio is amazing with water view

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Our Granddaughter introduced us to Glo when we visited Victoria

October 22, 2024

Service was slow. Coffee cups were dirty and staff is rude. Dressing on salad was too much and very salty. Young waitresses tried to make convo at end for tip. Unfortunate for such a beautiful spot.

★★★★
September 22, 2024

Sevice is extremely slow.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The food is awesome, very chill vibe in a funky neighborhood. Try the linguine. It will blow you away.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Beautiful place to go. Food is quite good but a bit pricey for what you get. Its hard to get parking during busy times..

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Great spot and one of the best patios in Victoria. Food prices are reasonable and portions are sizeable. Good local beer and wine selection. Dont know much about their cocktails. Great place to host a birthday or other party gathering event

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Had a really beautiful lunch there..

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The deck at Glo is always amazing with friendly and attentive personnel. Parking: Parking is on the street. One might have to drive around the block to find a space. Weve been going there for about 20 years and have always found a spot to park. Food : 4/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Awesome food, service and atmosphere. Halibut and fries are a favourite of mine but everything else I have tried (mainly appetizers) is fabulous. Anyone I have gone with has been equally delighted.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Our dinner was delicious and the restaurant had a fun, vibrant vibe.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I went there to celebrate my husband s birthday . I had made reservation in advance and had specifically asked for surprise birthday dessert during dinner which they forgot. We ordered penne pasta (minus meat) , it was literally an overload of sun dried tomatoes did not taste good at all . Chicken Wings( lemon pepper) were pretty average. The birthday dessert tasted good though. They have got the best ambience and vibe, no doubt about that. Overall, not satisfied with the experience .

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Wonderful place. Food is consistently good. Always excellent and very attentive service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

If you are visiting victoria bc canada this is a great place to visit with beautiful view

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Glo Restaurant is lovely downtown restaurant and lounge. It has a beautiful view of the inner harbour. The staff are professional and pleasant. This is the third or fourth time I have been there, and I have yet to have a meal that is the adequate temperature. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Quiche and it was cold. My partner had the Traditional Glo Breakfast and it was cold as well. We didnt want to say anything as we were with another couple and didnt want to interfere with our visit with them. Too bad because the atmosphere is good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Good friendly staff, pleasant atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

We stopped in for a mocktail. The bartender she was wonderful. I had an old gift card that gave her a bit of trouble. She was very helpful.

★★★★
September 22, 2024

Loved the waterfront location and the beautiful design and decor of this restaurant. The hostess was very welcoming and the service was fantastic! (Nikki) I had a white peach sangria which was very good, my husband had the red sangria, to which he also gave a thumbs up. The bacon wrapped shrimp was a nice appy, but the mains of lamb burger and tuna poke bowl were both underwhelming. My tuna poke came with sides of soy vinaigrette, chipotle mayo and a pico de gallo, the latter which was confusing with the overall Asian flavour profile of the dish. The poke bowl was one note and a little too acidic/spicy and the addition of a small piece of avocado did not ameliorate that. The only side sauce that was needed was the soy vinaigrette, and more of that would have been great! Hubby s lamb burger was nothing special and we would not order either main again. We would definitely return for an evening meal or happy hour because of the ambience, the drinks, the service, the appies and the patio!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

This is a great restaurant. They have a fantastic menu. The food is delicious. The service is outstanding. The prices are reasonable. Highly recommended.

★★★★
September 22, 2024

Overall a lovely spot with good food and a nice location. Good selection of wines and dessert, though lacking in Vegetarian options. However, This would be five star if it was not for the incredibly slow service. We waited over ten minutes just for our glasses of wine, after waiting 10 minutes earlier between receiving menus and placing the order. From reading other reviews this is not that uncommon. The restaurant was flooded with staff, and I would expect a bit more attentive service from a nice place such as this. Please encourage your staff to do better. I was pleased overall but the speed of service will be something I take into account for future celebratory nights out. Thanks!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Beautiful spot on the water, lots of good food options

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Five year anniversary with my partner tonight! Had the Bourbon BBQ ribs and they were phenomenal!!!! Thank you Glo for the perfect anniversary that ended with a proposal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The ambiance with the sunset is absolutely fantastic. The food is also very delicious, and the service is extremely friendly. Prices are on the higher side, but I would definitely eat here again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I think the best pub in Victoria because having sightseeing, free parking, amazing food and awesome beers!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Awesome meal

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Great food, amazing atmosphere! I d recommend the patio even if it s a bit chilly as the glass and the heaters keep you warm enough, and the view and atmosphere is gorgeous. We had a fantastic server who really added to our overall experience. Would likely be worth reservations if you had a group.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great service, good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

The food was excellent, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I went for an office brunch meeting though it was a bit crowded, the view was fantastic and the service was excellent. Vegetarian options: Not that much vegetarian options.

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Hmm.......

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great, friendly service, nice view, good Happy hour menu:)

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

A wonderful restaurant with great food and friendly staff.

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Decent restaurant in Victoria. The food and drinks were good, could have been better. The service was a bit slow, we had to keep call our server for water and remind her to turn on the heater near our patio table. I got the creole salmon fettuccine, and the salmon was overcooked. The dessert (sticky toffee pudding) and the lettuce wraps were the best things at this restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Consistently great food! Parking: Go early to find parking and be prepared to use meters. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Good brunch in nice atmosphere. Highly recommended

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Atmosphere is good. They can accommodate large groups and have a large patio. The food portions are Small! I like this spot for a light lunch, or happy hour with the girls. Service tends to be slow (likely due to being busy). Staff is friendly.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Excellent experience. I strongly recommend it. Amazing place, and the food is even better

★★★★
August 22, 2024

Happy hour + patio = good times

★★★
August 22, 2024

Food is good and reasonably priced. Nice portion sizes as well. I ordered the chicken wings, breaded prawns and braised beef. Service was slow as usual. Everytime I ve been here it takes about 30min+ to receive food. And servers do not check up on you for drink refills. Also wanted to redeem parking coupon as it is clearly stated on the paid parking lot sign and the server was very confused about the process. Otherwise average restaurant experience. Wish the servers were more attentive and communicative if the food was going to take longer.

August 22, 2024

The food was aweful, portions small. 2 tiny dry chicken tacos with less than 1/4 cup salsa, served with too many chips to accompany little salsa. All for $22. My husband felt sick the next day from his fish & Chips dinner.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Good food and great service.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Had a lovely dinner with my parents! After having some really bad experiences at restaurants with horrible service, we were so relieved to be taken care of by the professional staff at Glo. The food is amazing and worth the price. The atmosphere is beautiful and the tables are spaced out highly recommend for any occasion and will definitely be back.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

We were here for my 69th birthday and Rachel was an awesome server for us. Thank you for making my occasion special. On a special note, thank you Paul, very much for your kindness!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

First time. Great food, service and we sat outside by the water.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

We had an excellent meal at Glo. We shared the lamb meatball starter, which was really tasty. The Bourbon ribs were falling off the bone tender, and the blackened chicken with mash was delicious. Our server, Michaela, was friendly and efficient.

★★
July 22, 2024

Sorry but Great location , great service but the food is lacking. I ordered the happy hour Calamari Portions are very small. Also very oily that taste is still in my mouth. Sorry to say I will not be going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

I have been to Glo Restaurant more times than I can count, I was just there yesterday once again. Their level of service, the food and atmosphere have remained impeccable. They never fail to accomodate my request for a reservation as I most often book my meetup group on what is one of our favorite venues.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Gorgeous view and nicely decorated restaurant. Lots of windows for the waterfront view and 6 TVs by the bar. I got the Venice peace (love the peach sorbet on top!) with sprite instead of soda water, lamb meatballs and beef carpaccio. Some of the best thinly made beef carpaccios Ive had with enough toasties on the side and argula salad. Lamb meatballs (3) was yummy too, lots of cumin in the tasty curry and naan on the side.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Still a great restaurant at this unique location. Very nice experience.

★★★★
July 22, 2024

We had a great meal there, we really enjoyed the drinks and food as well as the service. The only thing is I booked the reservation a couple weeks ahead of time and asked for a window seat.. we did not get a window seat we were sat in the middle of the restaurant. We also got a steak asked for it to be medium rare but it was well done. It s a great restaurant that I love and will always come back too.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Fantastic place with delicious food and beverages, prices are affordable. Our server was very attentive. Highly reccomndy Margarita cocktail!

July 22, 2024

DO NOT RECOMMEND. Unprofessional service. Asked if they seated kids and was told yes and that a table would be ready in 25 min. Checked in after 35 min and was told a few more minutes. Never received text saying table was ready and clear they never intended to seat us. No problem not accepting children, but at least make it an official policy and be honest.

★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Didnt have an amazing experience at Glo. Although we had reservations, we had to wait in the line up for 20 minutes for our table. We had not visited for a little while and was excited by the food options but everything we ordered was nothing special. We ordered the miso halibut, pear and walnut salad, mushroom flatbread, and beef tenderloin pasta. The halibut was extremely pricey considering that it tasted like it had been previously frozen and was very dry, definitely would not recommend ordering. The view we had was also pretty bad so overall just not super impressed by the experience.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Tried the new halibut burger amazing !

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

A hidden gem on gorge rd. This patio is a summer must hit.

★★★
July 22, 2024

No one answers the phone. I doubt it even rings at the front. Poor service even to make or confirm a reservation. Should I expect better if I can even contact a human?

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Perfectly setup for outside dining or lounging. Staff is very friendly and attentive but never pushy. Nice Big umbrella over tables to help keep the sun off you but high enough as not to obstruct view

Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Absolutely abysmal. Reservation for table not ready, ordered five meals only four arrived. Was told after most of us had already eaten that they didnt have the first selected choice. Ordered a second meal only to be told 10 minutes later that they didnt have that either. Finally ordered a simple pasta, asked for no tomatoes and got tomatoes anyway. My lamb burger, which was $30 was bland and dry. It went on and on. Drink orders didnt show. Waitress blamed having other tables. Never again. Update, replied to management with picture of check .. Zero Reply.. Update, Received a piddly 30$ GC .. Wonderful, A dry burger..

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Gorgeous setting with exceptional food Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level entry Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Glo was a nice surprise during our trip to Victoria. The food was really good, the cocktails were great and the service impeccable. While we were there the service staff handled a problematic customer with grace and good judgement, further demonstrating their skills.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

We came in for my wife s birthday and we remember the food being good but not as good as it was tonight Very happy and we will be going back soon Thank you for the amazing service and great food!!! Food : 5/5

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

First time visiting this restaurant. The chicken creole and the braised shorts ribs were good but the seasonal vegetables were undercooked and bland (bok choy was bitter and too crunchy). I dont really like wine but was given a good recommendation by our server which i enjoyed. The best item we had was the black raspberry sour, has to be in my top 3 cocktails. Overall id visit again and try some other items that sounded good.

July 22, 2024

we celebrated my husbands birthday, oh my God... the service was terrible... it took a very long time to bring cocktails, they brought water only when I asked and it took just as long. The food was delicious but... the service ... the wine was brought after the food was on the table. And they didn t have enough glasses for wine... and finally dessert... I asked to serve dessert with a candle... which the birthday boy waited for 15 minutes... and it was melted (it was sorbet). It was one of the worst experiences visiting this restaurant. The mood of all our guests was not very satisfied.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

I had the pleasure of joining a colleague for lunch at their establishments outdoor seating area. The meal was delicious, and the ambiance was quite enjoyable.

★★
June 22, 2024

Steak was not medium rare as requested Found a hair in the cheese cake Service was very slow Food : 2/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

We always love coming here. Its often very popular and crowded but not in a way thats overwhelming. If we can, we prefer to sit outside of the patio. The temperature is controlled very well out there, and I havent been looking for a jacket, like I have with a few other outdoor dining options. Service is always exemplary and the food is top shelf.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Good was good but portions are much smaller then my last visits.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The food is consistently amazing but I have to give a special review to our server Layana. Super friendly, knowledgeable and one of the best servers I have ever had the pleasure to meet. She gets a 10 ! Parking: They reimburse $5 for parking but I paid $9 for 3 hrs... even though I only wanted 2.5 hrs.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

I had the lamb burger n it was amazing so yummy Ive never had anything like it! I did find you cramped inside a bit, very busy but a top on my restaurant list.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Food was pretty good and decent value. Great location down on the Gorge in Victoria but there s an old industrial area right beside the restaurant and the water. If you sit outside on the patio you can ask for a view of the giant pile of crushed cars.

June 22, 2024

Would be nice if they ever picked up the phone

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

One of the best Happy Hours in town. Great sharables and well crafted cocktails.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Two weeks ago, we celebrated my brothers birthday at Glo Restaurant, and our experience was absolutely fantastic, thanks in large part to our amazing server, Layanna. We were a table of eight, and from the moment we arrived, Layannas vibrant energy and professional demeanor set the tone for a fantastic evening. Layanna managed our large group with impressive ease, ensuring that every detail was attended to without ever missing a beat. She effortlessly balanced attentiveness and efficiency, making sure that our orders were accurate and timely. Her ability to hold the table together, engage in thoughtful and genuine conversations, and make the experience interactive was remarkable. Her keen understanding of psychology and connectivity was evident throughout the evening. Layanna intuitively read the mood of the table, knowing exactly when to interject with a light-hearted comment and when to step back to let us enjoy our time together. This skillful approach made our evening not just a meal, but an interactive and memorable experience. The food was also amazing, adding to the overall excellence of our evening. Each dish was delicious, and Layanna s recommendations were spot-on, enhancing our dining experience even further. Layannas smart and intuitive service is a testament to her talent and dedication. She truly went above and beyond, creating a positive and energetic atmosphere that left a lasting impression on all of us. Layanna s dedication and talent made my brother s birthday celebration truly memorable. If you find yourself at Glo Restaurant, I highly recommend asking for Layanna you won t be disappointed!

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great food good service. Great views.

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Nice venue. Food average but not spectacular. Drinks nice. Average but good Expensive Parking: Uses Honkmobile app

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great place to eat, awesome selection from the menu for both lunch and dinner along with non alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Great atmosphere and vibe. Very accommodating from the host to the servers. Thank you for a great evening.

★★★
June 22, 2024

Glo used to be my absolute fav spot in town -they had vegetarian menus which were the bestttt, and then slowly they took away the vegetarian menu, and some of the options, now leaving a few left they even took the spinach dip off?! Salads are superb but as a vegetarian, the menu isn t exciting at all anymore. Used to be 5 stars, now sadly, it s a 2-3 for me. :(

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great patio, reasonably priced menu with lots to choose.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

So accommodating in spite of the fact we were a half hour late. Friendly, great energy location, just a perfect experience

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Food was awesome. However they recently changed policy and dont allow dogs on patio anymore.

★★★
June 22, 2024

Nice place but food is over-priced because the servings are so small.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

One of my favorite rooms in town. Great menu and attentive staff. A go to Date Night spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Wow sweet potato so yummy

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Lydia is the best human being on the planet and yall are lucky to have her. (Lydia if you re reading this I would die for you) Such an inclusive and safe space, really excellent food (THE TRUFFLE FRIES?? Y all had no right popping off that hard) <3

★★★
June 22, 2024

Fish and chips if you cannot use real potatoes for the chips kennibeck for instance just give up!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Excellent

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

We went to Glo for the first time for happy hour. What a lovely, upscale place! We re originally from New York, and as much as we love all the nice pubs in Victoria, its a pleasure to drink and dine in in such a beautiful place, with a splendid view of the water. The ginger beef was tender, seasoned perfectly, and quite honestly better than weve had at most Chinese restaurants. The Morrocan lamb meatballs were made with an excellent blend of Middle Eastern spices and were accompanied by naan-style bread. The Tan Tan salad was dressed perfectly, and the goat cheese in it complemented the dressing. The garlic flatbread was simple, yet flavorful. Our server was attentive and made sure our drinks were modified to suit our taste. All in all, its a terrific spot, and we cant wait to come back - for dinner next time!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great friendly kind service; excellent dinner; heavenly dessert; wonderful atmosphere, beautiful views!!!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Had a large party for a special event, was well taken care of! Thanks Nick you were fantastic!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Had a birthday dinner at Glo recently- they did a fantastic job of accommodating a party of 14 . Our server was wonderful and the food was delicious. Couldnt have asked for a better night, thanks Glo!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great experience. Love this place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

happy hour is great

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Food, service and atmosphere are great! A little on the pricey side but well worth it because of the quality.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great surroundings, good atmosphere and service. very pricey but i would return

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Delicious food and drink , great atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The cocktails were delish! We sat inside and because there are so many windows we still got the benefit of watching the sun set over dinner. Lovely spot!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

I was having a really rough night, i came in on my own to celebrate my birthday. The staff made me feel the most welcome I ve ever felt in a restaurant, and they made my night super special. Kate is such a kindhearted and caring server who kept checking in on me. and the manager (I never learned her name), and hostess on shift (I can t remember her name but she had long brown hair it was at 9pm ish on a Friday) made sure I knew how welcome I was there. If you want a warm service, delicious, high class dining experience this is where you will want to go.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Over from Vancouver for a little visit and we went to Glo last night. It was amazing. I had the BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS - delicious! Great wine list with lots of local options. Loved the experience and will definitely be back!

★★
May 22, 2024

The waiter served two couples at lunch, but for some reason brought one check for payment! And she put us in an awkward situation. Its unprofessional.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

My hubby and I went out for a late Saturday lunch. We had a wonderful time and the food was delicious. I had the Taco Al Pastor and the Prawn pasta. Special mention to Maddie. She went above and beyond in providing excellent service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Amaaaaaaaazing patio vibe, cant wait for warmer weather. Our server was prompt and hilarious! The fried popcorn chicken was delicious and my bill at the end was quite reasonable

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Very nice restaurant. Nice views along the Gorge and of the Selkirk Bridge.

★★
April 22, 2024

I used to be a huge fan of this restaurant, but recently had a terrible experience trying to book a reservation. I wanted to book a reso for a special family dinner with 6 people and was unable to do so online. Their website said to send an email to book, which I did, and I was told that I would need to provide my phone number to receive a link to book a table with a credit card hold. I never received the link even after following up twice and response times were slow. I also tried to call the restaurant during business hours on several occasions and there was no answer. I have never heard of this type of booking system in Victoria for small group sizes and find it to be very inconvenient. I will no longer be recommending this spot to family and friends. Parking: Parking is limited during peak times

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Came here for brunch. Wouldn t eat here again, it was fine. But nothing to write home about. The eggs benny was yummy but the hash browns were not the best. Service was okay. Servers dress code was questionable in my opinion too as a side note lol

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

You must try the Thai soup and salad. Its my go to lunch there. Great atmosphere and ocean views. Servers always make you feel welcome.

Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Horrible service. Before we were seated, the hostesses imposed a time limit on how long we could stay at the table. I had an Amex in my pocket and was willing to spend generously for my partners birthday celebration. I regretted not going directly to the Fairmont instead.

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

We come to Glo quiet often and very happy with food and service until today. We were told that we have only 2 hour sitting limit and spent next 30 min trying to get an order in. We literally felt invisible. Waitress are doing wonderful job but clearly, not enough staff for busy Sunday afternoon. I hope you can sort this hiccups, cause I really dont want to change our brunch location. Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Pleasant atmosphere, good food. Tipping is expensive (18%) and demanded as in most places. For something that used to be given for good service is now part of wages. This is not good. Wheelchair accessibility: No obstacles.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Great service Very good food. Nice atmosphere Food : 4/5

★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

For the price I paid I was disappointed in the food. The staff was amazing and the view is amazing.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

The food and atmosphere was great! Our server Reanna was awesome! Very friendly and helpful! Will be back for sure! Thank you!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

First time here for dinner. It exceeded my expectations. Our guests from Japan were also. The food was prepared and presented well; not overly fussy which is my preference. Dessert was fabulous; not usually one for creme brûlée but it was very memorable, especially paired with a small scoop of ice cream. View over the Gorge was nice and we enjoyed a beautiful sunset. Not as busy as I would have expected but last time here it was for brunch!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Always great food and drinks. Service is always amazing! I love that they have actual halibut and chips

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Its okay. Food was alright when I was there recently. I liked Glo better pre-pandemic.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Right down the street from my house! Walking distance which is a bonus! Beautiful views of the gorge waterway! Patio and indoor seating. Ive sat both inside and outside. Food is always good. I had the carparcio and the truffle fries. Both absolutely divine. Atmosphere was great! Our waiter Leif was awesome! Great customer service was received!!! Ty Leif!

★★★
March 22, 2024

Service and atmosphere were nice, but the food is lackluster. Lacking salt and somewhat greasy for my preferences. I tried 3 different pastas on different occasions and they were not my favourite

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

This is a great place to eat.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

This is a very romantic place, with wonderful service and delicious cuisine. thank you for a pleasant evening Well come back in the summer to the open terrace Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Delicious food. My partner and I shared the cauliflower starter, brie and pear flatbread and the ribs. It was amazing. Perfect amount of food and absolutely delicious. Definitely recommend the cauliflower starter