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Finn's Seafood, Chops and Cocktails

4.6
4.6
1836 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
Set in a beautiful 1882 heritage building overlooking the inner harbour and parliament buildings in the heart of downtown Victoria, Finn's offers award winning food and service, a locally sourced menu, and strong classic cocktails. With a varied menu offering something to suit all tastes Finns is a great choice for unmatched atmosphere, friendly service, great food and beautiful harbour views.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 43 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Steak, Grill

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (250) 360-1808

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Richard Luttman

  • Neighbourhood

    Victoria

  • Parking Details

    There is plenty of parking near the restaurant:In addition to on street parking, there is a large pay car park right next door (to the left of the restaurant as you are looking towards the harbour). There is also a large city parkade located on lower Yates St, just a short stroll (one minute) throuugh Bastion Square to the restaurant.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,836 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Seafood

  • Victoria

    Best Overall

  • Victoria

    Best Food

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Best Value

  • Victoria

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Victoria

    Great for scenic views

  • Victoria

    Most Booked

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  1. ClaudioG

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, great service, location and view. Outstanding value for the money
  2. italianfoodie

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was good, rock fish excellent. Didn’t care particularly for the overcooked pesto risotto underneath Anna was a super server: attentive and helpful in many ways. One glass of scotch arrived with evident fingerprints. Panna cotta to die for. A tad too noisy to hold a conversation. Maybe they should work on that. Table by the window offered a glimpse of the sunset, and added charm to the occasion. Better than other places tried in the area.
  3. Spencer

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were in Victoria for just one night and I am so glad we ate dinner at Finn’s. A very beautiful setting, delicious food and an accommodating and friendly wait staff made for a wonderful evening. Would absolutely return and would highly recommend.
  4. Syrup8

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    Quite disappointing. Varieties for food on menu is very limited. The steak was tough and quality for the price is not acceptable. On the whole quality of food is poor
  5. jogo

    Vancouver

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Great Service and friendly staff. Fish way over cooked. Everything else was good
  6. Allie

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Liam is the best ! Excellent service ! Amazing food !
  7. CPFOOD

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good solid experience , service was fine presentation was professional
  8. Dean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food was great- had the Steelhead which was cooked to perfection- too windy to sit outside but nice seats on water if the weather is nice- popular place- make reservation!!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great lunch - we had the poke bowl and the AHI bowl - both were amazing.
  10. AlexisM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    We were a bit disappointed with our visit. The food and service were on point. However the blond hostess was rude when we arrived. In terms of ambience the main building is great, but we were seated on the side porch behind the sign so I couldn’t even look out. This was a shame especially since I had reserved a long time before. I had been looking forward to this meal but I was overall disappointed with the experience.
  11. Hannah

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Impeccable atmosphere and service. The waterfront location is great too. I had the oysters to start and they were probably the best I’ve ever had. For our mains we tried the tuna and the rockfish - in both dishes the actual fish was fresh and cooked to perfection, but the accompaniments (risotto & chickpea cake) were not quite there so wouldn’t order again.
  12. GordonR

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Good Food, Great View and good service. We had a table looking over the water front and enjoyed the boats, birds and people watching as we were eating.
  13. DonnaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff were outstanding!!! Ambience and food delicious!!!! Will go again!!!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Oyster is small but crab is big. Good view and service
  15. DebB

    Central Coast

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Very fun place, sat on patio with beautiful view. Inside restaurant seemed noisy but fun. Patio was great, food was very good, service was very friendly. Had prawn tacos and fish and chips, both very good. Nice time
  16. JillianS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Excellent Food, friendly staff, beautiful location
  17. Billyed

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very very good seafood chowder very friendly waitress will come again
  18. TorranceH

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time in Canada for our 30th anniversary Chose Finn’s and we were NOT disappointed. We were welcomed with “Happy Anniversary”. A table was reserved by the window looking at the water and our server also wished us a Happy Anniversary. Everyone was really nice and attentive. The drinks were delicious and the food was terrific. We were happy with every aspect of our dinner from the time we walked in until we finished out desert. The ambiance was relaxing and perfect for a celebration. We would recommend Finn’s to anyone looking to find a great place to eat downtown.
  19. HakanH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Entirely delicious food, and always smiling service. Thank you Everyone!
  20. martinam

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very much enjoyed our dinner and ambience. The service was outstanding.
  21. KellyS

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed dinner. Everything was excellent.
  22. JodieF

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The seafood pasta was delicious. Hannah, our server, was friendly and attentive. The view is spectacular! A wonderful dining experience! 😊
  23. AllisonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good seafood. Nice environment and good service.
  24. MarianB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and our waiter Liam was outstanding.
  25. RoboCop

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding experience: went there to celebrate our 13th anniversary (we went on our 1st date there almost 15 yrs ago), and we were well taken care of by Mia. The hummus starter was delicious. We both had the seafood linguini; it was fantastic, pasta was perfect. The entrees were so filling we regrettably had no room for dessert Great table with a view, made the occasion that much more memorable, thank you
  26. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Overall this was a good experience. The food was excellent and the staff were lovely. I have a pet hate about the table being cleared whilst some members of the party are still eating. In my opinion, it is good manners, that everyone should be finished before plates are removed. I felt that we were being rushed, and asked the staff to leave the plates. I then sensed a change in atmosphere which felt uncomfortable and sort of ruined the evening for me.
  27. JefferyH

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Liam our waiter was friendly and informed. He kept a notebook on detailed items so he could answer obscure question. He was attentive and could carry on a conversation. Food was very good especially the lemon dessert.
  28. LeeB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Had a nice quiet table at first when seated at 5:30 but saw tables/chairs beside us being moved to accommodate 8-10; asked to be moved before they came. Thankfully, worked out. I’d say overall, tables too close as our new “neighbours” reeked of perfume and that was cloying. But with cancer, I was perhaps overly sensitive to proximity on any level…gotta be fair. Be aware of open windows on outside decks; smell of aviation fuel from Harbour Air was strong at times. Food was great as were cocktails…just read it all online before coming…heard too many “entitled” questions to painfully polite servers. They deserve medals for some of the things they had to endure. Have a great dinner but wasn’t one of those “OMG, gotta come back!” experiences..4 out of 5.
  29. AlexanderY

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made reservations here for my husband's birthday it was our 1st time eating here. The waiter was personable and took great care of us. Our cab was late so I called and they marked it down and saved our table. Only 5 min late. When I made reservations I asked please get us good seating and we had great seating with view overlooking water. Fabulous
  30. JerryK

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and presentation were excellent. The male waiter was training a young lady, he introduced himself and the the young lady and they both were absolutely fantastic! We fell in love with both of them! I would appreciate it very much if you would congratulate them for me, as it was my 80th birthday celebrated with my niece and her husband from Manitoba! Wonderful and delightful evening!
  31. QCQ1

    Phoenix

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was OK but we certainly ate better at other restaurants in Victoria during our stay. This is a very casual, not fine dining experience and as such, I found it expensive.
  32. MichelleH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had about 5 people total wait on my Grandmother and I from hostess to manager and they all went above and beyond. Finn’s is one of my favourite places to go for crab or take visitors to, and because of this experience I will always go to Finns above anywhere else.
  33. ConnieA

    Seattle

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were greeted warmly upon arrival , taken to our table where we were I try to our waitstaff Eli. We started out with a Manhattan while enjoying the pleasure of being back in Victoria! Finn’s is one of our favorite spots whether booking through Open Table or dropping in for a lunch or dinner. Great staff! Meghan took over for Eli. We ordered the garlic flatbread, seafood linguine and a green salad with Ahi Tuna. We enjoyed the food, ambience and we will be back next year! Ohh. We ordered the flourless ganache and lemon tart to go for a later indulgence 🤗
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    We were really looking forward to coming to this restaurant for what people had mentioned to us before. But our server was quite rude and unsociable and the food was subpar at best. 
  35. Surfsup

    Alabama

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A must place to eat. Great atmosphere right downtown. Excellent food selection and preparation as well as service.
  36. Heidi

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    Food was great. Was the hottest day so far and where we were sat there was no air movement at all. I know it’s out of the staffs control but I suggest fans are put in for more movement. Part of our group left without finishing their meal due to the lack of airflow as they became sick. That put a huge damper on our meal. I would not sit there again in summer, if that was my only option I’d choose another establishment. But the food was on par as always.
  37. TimE

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent, we will definitely be going back again
  38. BrookeP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful mothers day lunch. Food was incredible, service was perfect. Our server Lisa was warm and knowledgeable, my mom loved her.
  39. ShaunaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had my birthday dinner here and another friend showed up, we didn’t have space or a reservation for more but they pulled up another table for us. Great service, kind servers, great drinks, most amazing cake I’ve ever had, was on the house for my birthday.
  40. HelenS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Victoria! LOVE this place! The food & the staff are incredible! Everyone is so genuine & welcoming. Don’t ever stop being the best!!!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

Finn's Seafood, Chops and Cocktails is rated 4.6 stars by 1836 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Finn's Seafood, Chops and Cocktails

1208 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 3B9

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Victoria

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Steak, Grill

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    There is plenty of parking near the restaurant:In addition to on street parking, there is a large pay car park right next door (to the left of the restaurant as you are looking towards the harbour). There is also a large city parkade located on lower Yates St, just a short stroll (one minute) throuugh Bastion Square to the restaurant.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Richard Luttman

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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