Ferris' Grill & Garden Patio in Victoria

536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8, Canada

★★★★★
(482 reviews)
Categories: Seafood restaurant Brunch restaurant Family restaurant Hamburger restaurant Lunch restaurant Oyster bar restaurant

About

Ferris Grill and Garden Patio is your go-to destination for a casual, refined dining experience, located in the heart of downtown Victoria, BC. At Ferris, we combine the best of fresh seafood and grill specialties, featuring mouthwatering dishes from succulent steaks to fresh salads and tapas. Whether you're looking for a family gathering, a romantic date night, or casual meal with friends, Ferris is the perfect spot for you! Ferris is a family and kid-friendly restaurant, providing various options on our kids menu. We also offer exceptional catering services with a range of options to suit any occasion. Book your next special event with us!

Website
ferrisoysterbar.com
Address
536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8, Canada
Plus Code
CJGJ+Q9 Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
12–10 PM
Saturday
12–10 PM
Sunday
12–9 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating No-contact delivery Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great cocktails
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Small plates Spirits Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot Paid street parking Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.5
★★★★★
482 reviews

Most Mentioned

oysters (87) happy hour (74) server (19) mushroom (13) fish and chips (11) pate (9) bouillabaisse (8) seafood chowder (7) seafood laksa (7) kate (7)
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★★★★
December 14, 2024

Came here for a dinner date. The food was fantastic and although I'm not a fan of mushrooms usually, I really enjoyed the braised beef ravioli with the mushroom sauce. Service was decent, I found it a little odd that three different people brought out food for appetizer, dinner, and dessert. Wasn't sure who I was tipping by the end of the night. I also really liked the large drink menu, and asking if I wanted to refill on my wine. I was surprised they only had 5oz glasses though. A larger option would have been nice. Atmosphere would have been cool if the weather wasn't so bad. At the same time, if they are going to see people in the outside patio I feel like the overhead heaters would be a little stronger and cover the whole area. Where we were sitting it didn't seem to be in line of any of the heaters and we were both quite cold. Otherwise the place looked very cool, and would be a place I'd be interested in coming back to in the spring.

★★★
November 17, 2024

Hit and miss. The atmosphere is great, especially on the patio. Their Bouillabaisse is easily amongst the best soups I've had. It was absolutely full of delicious seafood and the tomato-based soup was packed with flavour. The deep fried oysters are incredibly delicious. I especially loved the fresh tartar sauce that came with it. The oysters themselves were crispy on the outside, while still succulent and juicy on the inside. The fresh oyster tasted like it was straight from the sea, but unfortunately it was very small. I do not recommend the seafood Laksa. It had no flavour and was inauthentic. Likewise, the Pacific Rim bowl was very bland as well. This is very disappointing given their price, and I recommend staying away from the two dishes. I expected better and think that this restaurant should just focus on their core competencies instead of pushing flashy items for the sake of standing out.

★★★★
September 27, 2024

Dropped in at the end of happy hour while waiting for the upstairs to open. Grabbed 4 oysters, they were ok. The horseradish was absolutely explosive which I loved. Sinuses sufficiently cleared, almost knocked me out of my chair when I took a fork full to the face. Got a delicious glass of sun tea and recommend it. Ordered a shaft, which I had never heard of before: a coffee drink with vodka and kahlua which is not too dissimilar from an espresso martini. It was nice. Staff was fun and friendly. Place has a fun vibe for sure. Would love to try menu another time.

★★★★★
June 27, 2024

Wonderful food, drinks and staff. A dozen Fanny Bay's with a Radler at Happy Hour! Will definitely come again to sample more of your great menu! All the best from Ontario!!

★★★★★
May 28, 2024

Excellent place. I had the halibut with potatoes and asparagus. Everything was cooked perfectly and was delicious. They even made me an excellent side salad even though it wasn't particularly on their menu. I gladly paid for it and was happy they obliged my request. I finished the experience with the Orange and Almond cake served with Greek yogurt and it was perfect. Totally recommend and I'll certainly return again when I'm in town.

★★★★★
May 3, 2024

They have happy hour for whole Wednesday and it’s really worth it for $1.5 per shuck We ordered two dozens of oysters and they were fresh. The sauce they provided was also super b. We even went back next day before 5pm for 30 oysters. We love their lager too. Since it was our first time in town, was really afraid of those overrated foods and took me long enough to find this gem. We also found a small pearl inside oyster and took it back as souvenir 😂

★★★★★
April 8, 2024

Chose this cute little restaurant during my visit in Victoria when looking for a good place for a brunch. Was offered a choice of being seated indoors or at the patio. At a glance, there were a lot of items on the menu that I wanted to try, but we were mainly there for some fresh oysters. A couple dozen of shucked oysters and a mushroom poutine were what we ordered. The oysters were so fresh and delicious. As for the poutine, I really liked the mushrooms and the scallion on top as it’s a small but nice touch to make the poutine a unique one. It was served steaming hot and fries are just crispy and perfect. Servers were friendly and made sure everything was good. Granted we only ordered two items on the menu, but it was a good time. It’s been a few months now, and I still reminisce about this meal. I will definitely be going back perhaps at a different time of the day to try other items on their menu. 9/10 would recommend!

★★★★★
February 24, 2024

Since 1992, has never disappointed. Perfect food, perfect friendly and engaging staff. Playlist is always happy. I love this place! I had the Oyster Burger and was so moist and Smokey balanced flavour. I enjoy the side salad size and feel it is great bang for the buck. See you next week.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2024

Your tastebuds will thank you for this choice!

★★★
December 19, 2024

I usually love this place and have been many times but went on Dec 15 and got food poisoning from an oyster.

December 16, 2024

Horrible food poisoning from the oysters, do not recommend. Bouillabaisse didn t taste fresh either,

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Food was awesome, delicious, fresh seafood.. Service was restrained in a good way. We walked away feeling we had found A hidden gem.. Food : 5/5

December 2, 2024

Both my coworker and I got severe food poisoning after dining here, likely from the oysters. We were sick for a few days with constant vomiting and diarrhea for the first 24hours. This was an awful experience and I hope the restaurant improves its food safety practices.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Kate was amazing! We had a very large party of lobster lovers and she was so accommodating. The rest of the staff were very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed for our whole stay! Parking: Yates parkade is super close

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

The front & back of house staff were so accommodating, kind and generous with their service for our large party we hosted at Ferris s Grill & Patio. Food, drinks and happy hour all on point. Vibes immaculate.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Absolutely amazing!!! Took 13 person lunch reso for gfs 40th. Stellar at helping with surprise. Played theme music to our theme. Outstanding. Delicious food. Fast and thirst quenching drinks. Happy hour had great pricing. Cant say enough. Its given amazing experience

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Kate is the best!! Give that gal a raise!!!

★★★★
November 23, 2024

Little good place and food, recommended

★★
November 23, 2024

Used to love this place but the service has gotten astonishingly bad. Was in the other day and was seated right away (it was empty.) Our table waited far too long to get served while the server with freckles was just chatting at the bar. There were at least 3 things that got messed up with our ticket and we all ended up eating some variation things we didn t order. One meal didn t even get delivered till we asked about it. Didn t get our drinks till after food was served (bartender was great though!) Had to ask for cutlery. While we told the busser not to worry about the food mistakes, no need to waste food, the server didn t even acknowledge the errors, apologize, or make any adjustments to our bill. While the food was still good, the service really ruined our night. Shame that this place was lost its charm.

★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

We were reservations for a birthday and they left a little birthday card on the table, which was a nice touch. The food was great, and the service was decent. No real complaints. It was a bit dim the evening we were there, but nothing bad by any means at all. Worth a stop. Vegetarian options: Meatless options, but more options for fish eaters

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Good food, great service, cozy location. Did I mention great service?

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Came here in May, and my god what a place! My partner and i came here for happy hour 3 times throughout our stay as it was SO good. Coming back in 2025 and will be stopping in as much as possible!

★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Not as fancy as upstairs dining rooms but there was a warm welcome and efficient service. The food was tasty.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

We went with our monthly lunch group of 16 ladies and everything went very well. We were greeted warmly and our server was friendly, organized, and on top of everything. And the food was generous and most importantly..very good!!!

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

The food was excellent. They had many gluten free options available and knowledgeable staff. Great atmosphere.

★★★★
October 23, 2024

Awesome place awesome food.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

The food was really good. I m a vegetarian and felt it has good options for me while my husband had meat and seafood options. He ended up getting the salmon burger and thought it was excellent. I got the falafel wrap, also really good. French fries were excellent. Service was a bit slow as our server left mid meal so I m guessing they were short a staff. We also got the brownie for dessert and was disappointed - was dry and a little burnt.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Kate and Anne were so welcoming for lunch. Food recommendations were spot on- fried oysters, tandoori chicken wrap and salmon burger, great side salad and vinaigrette dressing. My friend and I appreciate the friendly honest to goodness, fun & great food and service. Thank you so much for being great at what you do and how you do. Th k you lunch ladies!!! Sending love IMI & Vaness

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Seafood Laksa was sooooo delicious. Great food, great vibe, great service. Vegetarian options: Sunflower Nut veggie burger was YUM+ Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Really nice dinner. The fritters were Amazing. The cheeseburger was great and the service was great. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. 5 stars

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Lovely experience, Matilda was an excellent server. All staff were courteous and kind. Would absolutely go again

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Great happy hour!

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Definitely a good stop on your trip or stay in Victoria

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

The seafood chowder is great. Definitely recommended

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

I have been going to Ferris for so many years. So many good things to choose from. The house salad is a classic, the best in town!! And please keep the deep fried mushrooms that are on the happy hour menu. Ferris is a love affair I never want to end!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Service was spectacular. Food and drinks were amazing! We shared a variety of appies, and they were all top notch!

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

This was the quintessential place in Victoria for me to eat. I hadnt been here in a couple years and I was pretty disappointed that they have trimmed their menu down quite a bit, particularly for the oysters where there used to be over 10 options for baked oysters but now only 3. And the oysters are now quite small.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Tasty cocktails, awesome service & an amazing burger.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Best happy hour price oysters in town! Nice and fresh! Cozy back patio! Staffs are super friendly too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Totally delicious and happy place for the 5 of us for lunch..felt welcome, nourished with beautiful food, and treated like royalty..

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The mussels and clams were so plump And juicy, and the Malaysian coconut curry sauce was amazing The seafood chowder was also great, will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great restaurant! Vegetarian options: Good options. Parking: Street parking but difficult to find during peak rush times. Kid-friendliness: Good. Wheelchair accessibility: Somewhat difficult.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

My husband and I went for early dinner and of course happy hour. Oyster was so fresh and good for only a buck fifty. We enjoyed the ambiance and the food. It was really good! I will def recommend this to my friends

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

The wife and I visited Victoria and stumbled upon this hidden gem.as For myself it was the highlight of our trip. Happy hour is definitely the place to be for their oysters. Also try their seafood laksa it was absolutely amazing. Great food, awsome service . Excited to head back home to tell family and friends all about ferries Grill & Garden Patio.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Food was divine! The baked oyster trio was perfection, and the raw oysters were medium and round and delicious. Maggie and Sophie are exceptional food, cocktail, and wine selection were wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The back patio is a hidden gem and happy hour oysters are the best deal in town!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Rating: Ferriss Oyster Bar exceeded all our expectations during our recent visit. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that perfectly balanced a lively vibe with a touch of elegance. The ambiance was a delightful blend of chic décor and cozy seating, creating the perfect setting for an enjoyable dining experience. The star of the evening, however, was our server, Matilda. Her service was impeccable from start to finish. Matilda was not only attentive and knowledgeable but also genuinely enthusiastic about the menu, which made our dining experience even more enjoyable. Her recommendations were spot on, guiding us through the extensive selection of fresh oysters and other delectable seafood dishes. The food at Ferriss was nothing short of phenomenal. We started with a platter of assorted oysters, each one bursting with freshness and flavor. The variety was impressive, and the accompanying mignonette and lemon wedges complemented the oysters perfectly. The attention to detail in both the presentation and taste of each dish was remarkable. Its clear that the chefs at Ferriss take great pride in their culinary craft. Every bite was a testament to the high quality and freshness of the ingredients used. In summary, our experience at Ferriss Oyster Bar was truly outstanding. The combination of exquisite food, a welcoming atmosphere, and top-notch service from Matilda made it a memorable evening. We wholeheartedly give Ferriss five stars and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Chowder better than Shaws on the East Coast. Awesome service. Value for money Great place for our 35 anniversary Food

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

The food was amazing and Matilda was a wonderful server!! We will definitely be coming back!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Vegetarian options: Hummus was so good! Food

★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The service was terrible, they barely checked on us and we waited ages to be asked if we wanted the cheque. Cute patio. Oysters were good but the salmon burger I had was dry and the gluten friendly menu wasn t clear on what was gluten free because the kitchen had a different answer than what the menu said.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

A really good restaurant in Victoria. We liked it so much we made a point of coming back here during our short stay in Victoria. The oysters are extremely fresh and well priced. We also loved the whipped ricotta (as a replacement for dessert) and the pecan pate. The house-made horseradish is phenomenal. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Delicious food in a cozy setting. We ordered all the meals during happy hour and fish & chips.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Seafood Chowder is #1 Super creamy and full of seafood.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Food was absolutely fantastic, but service was not the greatest, constant miscommunication regard orders and timing and several missed drinks and additional requests, 15-20 minutes to get an extra request of tartar sauce

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Jillian served our party of 14 and crushed it. She was awesome, made our experience great

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The halibut was absolutely amazing, and I really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and wonderful staff. Will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Ferris is a iconic local restaurant in Victoria I have been enjoying for many years. Last night I had another delicious dinner that was nicely presented as usual. The same consistent high quality you can expect when you return for another visit. Seating on the back patio is nice this time of year. An extra big thank you for the friendly, authentic, and caring service by Matilda! Another reason to visit Ferris is their wonderful staff... Vegetarian options: Ferris iconic veggie burger is the same delicious in-house recipe and quality as it has been for years. They have a selection of great vegetarian options across all their menu areas.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Cannot stress how much 2 doz happy hour oysters and a dirty martini from this place did for my mental health. Cheaper than therapy and just as effective

★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Beer battered fish was good. Pacific Rim Bowl was not too good. White wine my husband ordered was poor. Benches to sit on while dining were so uncomfortable it was difficult to want to stay very long. Good service though, and to her credit the server took all of our comments on board without just walking away.

★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Ordered oyster , not crispy fresh , service is soso even on the Canada day not busy evening here

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Great food and great prices on Wednesday all day happy hour. Matildas service was very friendly and nice.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Matilda was a delightfully attentive server with a great knowledge of the menu and great awareness of parings of drinks too! We had an assortment of the weeks happy hour features and thoroughly enjoyed our time out! Vegetarian options: Delicious vegetarian options available!

★★
July 23, 2024

Waste of money! The fries were in small chunks and burnt. The main course, chermoula marinated salmon, was a very tiny portion for $30. The taste was good but in comparison to the price it was very small. Food : 2/5

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

The food was great and our server Matilda was so nice! Loved the atmosphere too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Being from out of town this was my seafood fantasy. Yummy yummy seafood dishes and great wine to pair with it.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

We re so happy to have discovered this! The food is first rate, as are the service and atmosphere. Highly highly recommend!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Matilda was a fabulous server! Food was 10/10. Love all the health options too :)

★★★★
July 23, 2024

The decor is immaculate and the servers are absolutely beautiful in more ways than one. Outside of the cheap and delicious oysters the food is pretty under seasoned, so dont be afraid to ask for a salt-shaker.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Our server Kate was super friendly and always on top of things. Friday was excellent and an all around good vibe.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Kate was so much fun. The food was delicious and our group had the best time. Thanks Kate!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Thats it..perfect

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Kate s vibrant energy and her smile radiates throughout the restaurant during my happy-hour visit there! Fantastic fresh oysters and other shareable plates to wind your day down !

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Thanks Kate great service. Amazing fish and chips

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Kate

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Kate was the best!!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Kate is the best waitress. Very attentive and quick with a joke. Vegetarian options: Cauliflower fritters Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Great food and loved the music they played. Staff were so nice especially Kate. Will be back next time we visit Victoria.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Delicious fresh oysters, I really enjoyed seafood pasta.Nice atmosphere and welcoming service.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Upon entering the environment was warm and welcoming. I came for the happy hour oysters and was treated to the most exceptional service. The lady was chipper, friendly and wonderful at her job. Food was great but service will bring people back! Thank you.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Delicious, fast, and cute! Heidi was the loveliest server with awesome service

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Heidi provided incredible service. The food was great, the atmosphere was excellent. Thank you!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Food yummy. Oysters delicious. Kate was an absolute delight. Made the experience. Will be back.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Food was good. I don t love seafood but the menu was approachable and I ended up loving my food. I had a small complaint about my dish (not the restaurant s fault) and my server Kate went above and beyond to make sure I left feeling taken care of. I highly recommend sitting on the patio, it s a great atmosphere.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Kate is the best!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

We had a great lunch at ferriss today! Heidi was our server and she was so so lovely! We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly.

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

we loved the food and our server Heidi :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

My kind of place. Narrow. Atmospheric. Good pub food. Had a salmon burger and it was good. Would come again. Parking: Plenty of street parking during a weekday. Kid-friendliness: Burgers and fish and chips for the kids.

★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The host had a bit of an attitude, although our server was nice. The burger was overcooked and looked like it was off the childrens menu and had brown-specked lettuce served on top. My friends laksa soup certainly didnt include $30 worth of seafood. They did give us the staff discount to make up for my burger, but I wouldnt return.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

There were multiple times the staff just let me cook while I was dining solo. I enjoy a decent happy hour and they have a great selection of under $10 bites that you can share with yourself! Heidi was great and made sure I had everything I need without the judgment on why Im eating oysters alone

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Kate was absolutely amazing ( her freckles are real ) food was great oysters are super cheap highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The food was yummy, Kate was great, and the kids ate all their food and were happy!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Had a delicious lunch here!! Food was fantastic and our server Heidi was lovely.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Great service from Kate, wonderful fresh oysters on the half shell as well, looking forward to next time.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Never disappointed with Ferris. Heidi, our server was fabulous and the food, as always, was perfect. Monday lunch is a great time to visit.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Heidi was excellent ! Wonderful happy hour!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

We had a wonderful experience with Heidi! First time here and will definitely be back!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Seafood tagliatelle was amazing.

★★★★
May 23, 2024

Been there a few times and the food and service is fantastic. Planning on going again next week

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Wonderful service! Great food!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Great oysters. Happy hour 2 dozen oysters and drinks for the price of 1. Awesome place!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate was friendly and gave excellent customer service

★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Excellent service! The back patio was a little chilly since it s covered from the sun.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Heidi was our server and was super lovely! Made for a great experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Vegetarian options: Many great selections. Food

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate was our server, as she has been many times, and as always was an absolute delight! She is so friendly and sweet and always makes us feel at home :)

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Love this place, as a local it is me and my wifes favorite spot in Victoria. The happy hour menu is truly unmatched. We go about twice a week. Kate is a delight and always looks after us. Whole experience from the service, ambiance, and food is top tier. When people visit from out of town it is the spot we take them to showcase Victoria.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

We hosted our rehearsal wedding at Ferris Upstairs and they absolutely rocked it. Family wouldnt shut up about how delicious the food was. Staff went above and beyond.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Love Ferris, long time regular. Food and service is consistently awesome. Kate was great this last visit too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Great service, great food, great atmosphere, loved it

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Best Happy Hour for bites in Victoria. The oysters are always fresh and delicious. The mini fish and chips is just the right amount for a snack.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

We made a reservation ahead of time for two through Google. When we arrived, our table was tucked away in a small corner. We requested a table in their lovely courtyard in the back and the staff was accommodating to our request. We did have to wait thirty minutes but It was worth It!!! The courtyard is a dream and was just the aesthetic we wanted. We ordered the Blackberry Spritz and the Dull and Windy cocktails while we waited for our dozen oysters and mushroom poutine. The Fanny May oysters arrived on a plate of melting ice and the mushroom poutine needed a bit of salt but others wise delicious. The oysters are mild in flavor but meaty and there was an array of accoutrements provided. The fries for the poutine were perfectly thick and crispy. We then moved on to dinner with the Pacific Rim Bowl with poke tuna and the Bouillabaisse. Both were absolutely delicious- rich in flavor and the perfect portion. The staff was very friendly, gave wonderful recommendations and attentive. Definitely check this place out during your trip to Victoria BC.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Great service and food. Food

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate took excellent care of us. Such an amazing energy and the food is

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Never disappointed coming here

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate was super friendly and energetic - oysters and mini fish and chips (perfect breading consistency) for happy hour were outstanding. Great way to conclude a weekend in Victoria.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Our server Kate was amazing!!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

I ve been served by Kate today:)) She was so friendly and nice:) Thank you for your great service! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The staff is just amazing. I have celiacs and they treated me like royalty

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate was great. Good service & food was delish!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Kate is such a ray of sunshine!! And the oyster burger - my fave. So happy we decided to spend the afternoon here today.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi was awesome! Food was delicious as always

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi is the best! We had a great experience. 10 s 10 s 10 s across the board.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Food was great and Heidi our servers was great!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi was a delight!! She deserves a trip to Seattle!! Good was also great!!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi was an absolute delight!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Food, service, and atmosphere are amazing! Kate, our server, was amazing! I couldn t recommend this place enough! 10/10!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Truly excellent service! The food is creative, delicious, and with a really nice wine list. Highly recommend this place, super good and oh so friendly. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi our server was great

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi our server was kind and knowledgeable in wine and the food .

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi is the best server anyone could ask for. She is the moment she is life. Will come back solely based off of her kindness.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

We had heidi as our server and she was so amazeballs. She had the cutest outfit. And was so sweet. We stan heidi will be back so soon

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

I LOVE hitting Ferris s when I come to Victoria. Happy hour from 2-5pm is the time to come to dine here and I always look forward to oysters galore! Heidi rocks

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Overall good. Service could be better and friendlier. And like so many places in town, they have opted to make 18% the minimum tip on the pay terminal, which is gross and reprehensible.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Everything was amazing! Shoutout to our wonderful server Kate!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Our server Kate was so great on Sunday that we came back today (3 days later).

★★★★
April 23, 2024

Great patio hidden in the back. Incredible food, especially if you are plant based.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Great oysters, $1.50 during happy hour. Our waitress Heidi was fantastic. Definitely recommend.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Amazing !! Beautiful garden patio, amazing food and reasonable prices. Great service by Heidi !! Will come back

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Heidi is amazing! We come regularly and the service is always fantastic and the food consistent, delicious and fast! Vegetarian options: Good veggie options

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

This delightful restaurant impresses with its exceptional seafood chowder, bursting with fresh flavors and a creamy texture that truly satisfies. Complementing the meal is a well-curated selection of beverages, ensuring a perfect match for every palate. The overall ambiance makes for a thoroughly enjoyable dining experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Ill be honest, Ive never had anything other than oysters and Caesars at Ferris. So its fair to conclude that my review may not be the most well-rounded or best-informed. That said, I come here for precisely those offerings every time that Im in Victoria--sometimes several days in a row. I dig this joint and I think that you will too. For sure if you have oysters and Caesars.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Really enjoyed going..... I wasnt sure what to expect..... The service was excellent, the beer was served in a really cold glass, and the food was piping hot and delicious.

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was awesome and food was great

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was our server and she was awesome! Super nice and we would definitely come again!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Amazing food & our server Kate was so lovely! Definitely recommend :)

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Great place to stay :)

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi was our server and she was an absolute GEM! we adored her and the food was lovely! Great experience overall Dietary restrictions: Peanuts

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi is the best server !! Super kind :)

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

The best happy hour in town! Heidi was an absolute dream! I cannot recommend it enoigh

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi was absolutely lovely, gave us great food recommendations. Super friendly and made good conversation!! 10/10

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi is an absolute gem ! Informative ! Super into the menu at Ferris s with so many amazing suggestions and we had the best lunch ! 10/10 for the oysters - order the mushroom pate, you re welcome !

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Tara was our server and she was amazing. She noticed that something was missing from my salad...there was a new chef on at that time...and she promptly went to the kitchen and brought what was usually in the salad. The meal was delicious and she was friendly and didnt rush but chatted with me as I waited for my guests to arrive. I know that this is not always possible. I will definitely go back!

★★
March 23, 2024

First time eating at the downstairs location. Had very good experience upstairs in the past. My partner and I ordered the ricotta and baguette appetizer as well as the cauliflower appetizer. Both were underwhelming but we ate them. For our mains we ordered the Spicy Chicken Burgers side yam fries. Spicy Chicken Burger was over cooked and dressed in too much sauces. The yam fries were black on the outside (possible result of old deep fry oil) and raw on the inside they were very limp, under cooked and tasted off. We did not eat the fries after testing them. The waitress did not check on us for 15 minutes so we were done at that point leaving most our burger and full order of fries. We reported to our waitress when she came by and she said sorry but did nothing about it we still paid for the food we did not finish. Very disappointing for a meal billed over a $100.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

We visit every Friday evening, and somehow are lucky enough to have Kate to serve us. While the food is always top notch, (Thank you Tavis), Kate makes us feel so welcome and is truly the best part of a great experience.

March 23, 2024

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I came for a late lunch with a friend during happy hour, and we ordered a two happy hour items and two mains. The waitress asked if we wanted to have the happy hour items come out as appetizers, and the mains come out as entrees, and I agreed. After around 15 minutes, our two happy hours items came out -- mini fish and chips, and 6 oysters. The oysters were fine, but the fish and chips were absolutely tiny. It was 1 piece of fish, and a couple of fries. After quickly finishing our happy hour items, we waited over 30 minutes for our server come to our table and clear our plates, and the server showed zero concern for us waiting that long. She instead pinned the blame on me, and stated you wanted the mains to come out like a second course. After asking twice about an update on our mains with nothing done to help with the situation, i ended up waiting a total of 42 minutes AFTER receiving the first few plates before asking for the check. Once I asked for the check for the two happy hour items ONLY (since that was all we ate), our waitress came over and informed us that our mains were ready if I wanted them to go, and I refused. I ended up spending OVER AN HOUR in this restaurant, and only ate 3 oysters and half of a piece of fish with some fries. Once I was starting paying for the half of a meal I had, the server began chatting with us and acting incredibly friendly. It was so off-putting, especially after having such a negative experience with her dismissing all of our concerns earlier. I would not recommend coming here. The atmosphere is fine, the service terrible, and the food is okay at best, if you even get a chance to eat all of your food. There are definitely better restaurants in the area where you can have a much better experience.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was ABSOLUTELY lovely! She had great advice and even offered to take pictures of us and recommended some thrift stores!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was a lovely server and we had such a great experience.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was our server and very nice- she offered to take our photo and recommended local thrift stores for us to go to after asking about our plans. Let s get Kate to Seattle wooooooooooooooo

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Service and food was amazing! Kate was our server and was very attentive, and all 6 of us enjoyed our meals. The space is very cute and we got in right away. 10/10 would recommend this spot for a delicious lunch!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was a lively server:)

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was awesome! So friendly and funny, loved the food too :) Dietary restrictions: Good GF bread Food : 5/5 |

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great happy hour specials!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Service was amazing! Fantastic food!! Vegetarian options: Veggie Burger Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kennedy was awesome as a server. Very professional and attentive at Ferris upstairs.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was great!!!!!!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi has served me twice now and is super lovely and very attentive. Thank you so much for the great food and service!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Epic happy hour, food was excellent and our server Heidi was such a gem!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi was our server today, and she was absolutely delightful!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a delightful and delicious experience with my family, whilst visiting Victoria at Ferris. Ann(e) welcomed us in with a big, warm smile and some friendly banter. Once sat, the mind reading began! She was so intuitive and knew exactly what we needed. Not to mention, the food was fantastic! To finish off our lovely lunch, we wanted to walk a bit however we were in travel limbo with light luggage. Ann(e), without even knowing, asked if we d like to store our luggage with them while we walked! Again, mind reading! We were/are so grateful. Thanks for a great experience. 10/10

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a nice time here with my bros our server heidi was great!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Great service

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Thanks Heidi for the amazing service!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a great time here with my pals when they were visiting from Vancouver. Our server Heidi was awesome! Fat tugs and oysters? Can I get a heck yea over here :) #ferrishasWrizz Food

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

We were greeted by lovely ladies at the front, walked us in right away and sat us down We had the pleasure of our waitress Heidi today for lunch, she was very prompt, very professional and extremely nice. She did a fantastic job! Finding quality customer service these days is hard to come by. Heidi did a fantastic job!! Food was delicious, drinks were great and overall a wonderful lunch date with my sister and mom. Atmosphere is inviting and comfy and we will definitely will be coming back. Hopefully we ll have the pleasure to have Heidi as our waitress again. Great Job Heidi! Keep up the great work! Thank you again

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was just the sweetest server ever! And the food and drinks for happy hour were delicious

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate is an amazing server! So sweet and amiable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Loved our server Kate and the best most affordable happy hour!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

We have been frequenting this jaunt for many years. Perfect combination of atmosphere, food and the friendliest service in the city! Not to mention the awesome playlist that sets the tone for an ideal late afternoon exhale. Been such a part of us that we forget to review. Today we had happy hour with Kate as our server. She was warm and friendly and the service was top shelf. Had the oysters, hummus and pita and all were perfect! Needless to say, we will return soon and often! Highly recommend.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

One of my favourite spots - always so relaxed and comfortable and welcoming, and the food is so amazing! We had a lovely experience with Kate as our server - can t recommend enough

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Pretty pricey but 100% worth it the experience my server Heidi gave me was phenomenal was worth the meal. Would definitely recommend and will be seeing more of me. Thanks Heidi for leaving me with a smilie!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi is the best server n Victoria, she make Ferris what it is

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Great service!!!! Thanks Heidi

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

The food was SO good and Kate was an amazing server. We had a wonderful evening and will definitely be back!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Amazing! Kate was such an amazing server. We had a great time and everything was absolutely delicious. A must in Victoria!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

This is my favorite restaurant in Victoria. We visit the area once or twice a year and whenever we do, a dinner at Ferris is in the cards. Honestly, its excellent food, with great atmosphere and really nice wait staff. No one in my family has ever had anything other than a wonderful meal in 8 years of coming here. Just a great place that we look forward to every visit.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was amazing!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had lunch with some colleagues and was served by Kate, we were early before open but she happily let us hangout on the patio until noon. Her service was so friendly and hospitable which added to the delicious food! Could not recommend more & if you get Kate as your server consider yourself lucky!

★★★★
March 23, 2024

We had the pleasure of our waitress Heidi today for lunch, she was very prompt, very professional and extremely nice. She did a fantastic job! Heidi did a fantastic job!! Food was delicious, drinks were great. Great Job Heidi! Keep up the great work!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was our server and made the experience absolutely magical,, We have loved Ferris for years and it is always the best! Yummy yymmy oysters - and adorable staff who go the extra mile , all we can say is Thank You! Thank You!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Kate is such a big happy soul. Super attentive Love the food as well.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

The service was awesome! Kate was killer and super friendly. The heat lamp was on when it was 16 degrees so it was a little warm in the garden patio, but otherwise superb.

★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Our server Kate was incredible. Really kind. Great energy. food was fine. Yam fries were bland, oyster burger was also bland. Oysters were good though.

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Late the server was superb. So friendly, happy, funny. Honestly cannot say enough good things about her. The food was overall pretty good, oysters were great, the mushroom gravy seemed more like mushroom soup though. Very happy.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Kate was lovely, i had such a great experience in the restaurant!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Had a lovely afternoon here during my birthday weekend. Best happy hour oysters in the city I think

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great location for this restaurant. Patio was nice, service was fast, and food was great. Oysters were huge and fresh, and server Kate was Lovely. Food

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Lovely setting and great atmosphere. Service was friendly. We had seafood and loved it.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi was great!

★★★
March 23, 2024

My first time here and I have to say the food and atomsphere was exactly what I was looking for. I really enjoyed my meal. only comment I have was my server Kate I believe was her name went on about winning a contest and wouldnt let me enjoy my meal if I didnt write a review. Just a little note for next time just say it at the end of the meal so we can have a genuine idea of how you are as a server instead of just telling your tables to write anything with you name in it, I understand you really want to win but it made my time there not enjoyable.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Heidi was the best. Very nice and helpful, look forward to our next visit Dietary restrictions: Gluten friendly was a must. Very good Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

We ve had Heidi twice in the last month and every time has been impeccable and delightful. She has a great attention to detail and a great sense of humour!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

First time in Victoria island, it was st Patricks day, very busy place but we had an amazing customer service experience from kate! Highly recommend for sea food. Parking: There is a paid parking across the street.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Heidi was amazing! Great vibe!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Great local place. Went with 4 other people. Excellent oysters, tuna nachos, cauliflower app, and laksa. Not a fancy place but nice atmosphere and really good food

★★★★
March 23, 2024

Such a good playlist! Heidi was great!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

The food was really good and the service amazing, Heidi was really nice! Kid-friendliness: It s a good place for kids Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

It was absolutely beautiful and Heidi was an absolutely lovely server Kid-friendliness: Very friendly to everyone Food : 4/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

This has been my go-to spot since 2017.