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Cafe Brio, Victoria, BC

Cafe Brio

4.8
4.8
308 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The Café Brio, located in Victoria, has been a local favorite for twenty six years, serving up a rustic, Italian inspired menu. Focusing on regional products, Café Brio led by multi awarded Chef Sam Harris selects the highest quality ingredients from local sources to be used in authentic, creative dishes.

At Café Brio, everything is prepared in house. Pasta favorites include gnocchi with roasted leeks, parmesan cream and basil purée, Spaghettini with tomato, garlic, basil, olive oil and parmigiano and also our wild mushroom risotto. From the Sea enjoy seared scallops with peroxides, delicata squash, carmelo and bacon anchovy vinaigrette or our local fish feature. Lastly the Parry Bay Lamb feature from our friends out in Metchosin is an absolute must.

The wine list is extensive with input from multiple Sommeliers on staff always excited to share their new favourite bottle in our unique and cozy dining room.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (250) 383-0009
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Samuel Harris
  • Neighbourhood
    Victoria
  • Cross Street
    Left side of Fort Street (One Way) between Quadra and Vancouver
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop on the right hand side of the street just past quadra. Cross the street and head East.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 308 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Italian

  • Victoria

    Best Overall

  • Victoria

    Best Food

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Best Ambience

  • Victoria

    Best Value

  • Victoria

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Victoria

    Great for fine wines

  • Victoria

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Brio offers "delicious food" and "exemplary service" in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the creative menu options and appreciate the availability of half portions, allowing for diverse tasting experiences. Popular choices include gnocchi, scallops, and the sticky toffee pudding. Ideal for special occasions or casual gatherings.

308 Reviews
  1. Nick

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Fantastic service. Great date night vibe.

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  2. Sharon

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The early bird menu offered choices and the our selection of salad, seafood dish, and dessert were excellent for a very reasonable price. Our server also did an excellent job.

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  3. kpatters VIP

    Victoria34 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I found the entree just ok this time. The $17 five ounce glass of wine was over priced. We have been coming here regularly for years. The meal was disappointing.

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  4. Maeda

    Vancouver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and I would go back for this. Good attractive ambience lighting Comfortable setting all good for me. Food: Gnoch carbonara was good but I couldn’t help thinking carbonara spaghetti would be better. Same with bolognese should be spaghetti too. I ordered tagleatelle bolognese. Bolognese sauce was good but for the lack of good words not quite tasty or complex. Finally miso sablefish didn’t taste sable fish. For me it is too much of sweetness and saltiness killed the fish. I like sablefish marinated or glazed but normally you would want to taste the firm and tender flesh with slight natural oiliness. This dish didn’t have any of it. I would come back for the staff. They re very nice attentive and comforting.

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  5. Marcus

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great! Recommended a wonderful feature wine that went well with our appys and duck. Although the food was great the service elevated the experience to a new level. Food was delicious and worth the experience and price! highly recommend this place if you're wanting high quality food
    Cafe BrioResponded 6 days ago
    We are so pleased to hear that Peggy was able to give thoughtful recommendations and truly make your visit in special. She is such a gem and we are very lucky to have her as part of our team to elevate us as a restaurant. We look forward to your next visit in. Cheers!

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  6. Jennifer

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal--- got there before 5:30pm so hubby had the 3 course special (meatballs, soup and creme brulee). I have both gluten and cow dairy allergies so they did my strip loin meal with roasted potatoes with spinach and manchego--- amazing! Great wine list!
    Cafe BrioResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, Jennifer! Our 3 course special is definitely a great deal and we are glad to hear that your husband was able to enjoy it. We await your next visit to indulge further in our wine list. Cheers!

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  7. Irene

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at Cafe Brio is delicious and I so appreciate the fact that you can order half portions which are just perfect. The wait staff are always very friendly.
    Cafe BrioResponded on February 28, 2025
    Thank you for coming in! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed everything and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit in.

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  8. Ellen

    Vancouver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience as always. Great food. Excellent service.
    Cafe BrioResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for coming in, Ellen! See you soon.

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  9. victoria

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great sixteenth birthday experience for my daughter;) Our first time here and will definitely be back again!! Loved the food,service and atmosphere
    Cafe BrioResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Victoria, We are glad to hear your daughter had a great 16th birthday celebration with us! We are happy that we could be a part of such a momentous occasion. Hopefully see you again soon! Cheers

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  10. John

    Vancouver11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very satisfied with excellent service. Need a minimum of 50 Characters to write a review when all I wanted to say was in my first sentence.😐
    Cafe BrioResponded on February 20, 2025
    Thanks John! See you again soon!

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Cafe Brio is rated 4.8 stars by 308 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Cafe Brio

944 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K2

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Left side of Fort Street (One Way) between Quadra and Vancouver
  • Neighbourhood
    Victoria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop on the right hand side of the street just past quadra. Cross the street and head East.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Samuel Harris
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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