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Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar, Victoria, BC

Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar

4.6
4.6
21 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French / Canadian
2232 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1G5

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Vis a Vis Wine + Charcuterie Bar, located in Victoria, British Columbia is a trendy, casual restaurant and bar. It serves a wide range of house-cured meats and local cheeses as well as plenty of fresh, seasonal produce. The atmosphere is cozy and emphasizes the "face-to-face"philosophy where you sit right in front of the bar to watch your meal or cocktail being prepared. The menu at Vis a Vis Wine + Charcuterie Bar is varied and emphasizes small plates that are great for sharing. Start with a warm appetizer like cauliflower beignets or some selections from the raw bar, such as mussels or oysters Rockefeller. Larger dishes at Vis a Vis Wine + Charcuterie Bar include steak frites and chicken paillard.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French / Canadian, Contemporary French, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Pinto
  • Private party facilities
    Vis a Vis is avaliable for private dining events. Please contact Manager for more details.
  • Neighbourhood
    Victoria
  • Cross Street
    Hampshire
  • Parking details
    Free Street Parking - 2 hour limit (9am - 5) Free Unlimited Street Parking 5pm + & Sundays
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 21 people are saying

Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Victoria

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Victoria

    Great for fine wines

  • Victoria

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar offers a "cozy ambience with great service" and "very good food" that impresses patrons. The restaurant's "quaint design" and "typically French flavors" enhance the dining experience. Despite slightly higher prices, the "knowledgeable, friendly" staff and a "good wine selection" make it a "lovely spot" for both lunch and dinner.

21 Reviews
  1. Lisa VIP

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy local venue shines with the best! This place is off the tourist track and SO worth a visit! Excellent local food served with a French-influenced menu. Great Canadian wine choices on their list. Highly recommended.

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  2. Janet

    Vancouver13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was attentive and friendly. The food was very good, and the atmosphere was cozy.

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  3. Lisa

    Vancouver1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Midweek lunch. Nice french bistro ambiance. Delicious Viognier w/butternut squash ravioli. Brie tart for starter. Prices are higher, but the food is very good. Server was knowledgeable, friendly & professional. Would recommend.

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  4. Simon

    Toronto3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very quaint and nicely designed little restaurant, serving very good food. The food could have been a little hotter for our taste, but the flavors were typically French with rich strong sauces. Overall a very positive experience and we would recommend you try it out.

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  5. Benjamin VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took out of town friends to dinner at Vis-a-Vis last night and what a great choice it was. Cozy ambience with great service and very good food. Can't wait to go back!

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  6. Gary

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were very friendly. Service and food were excellent. Highly recommended.

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  7. Jill

    Vancouver12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice, simple menu. A tad pricey but the food quality is very good and the service is very good. We had the avocado shrimp salad and there was a very generous and fresh portion of both main ingredients nicely presented. No wine today but there is a good list - again a bit pricey by the glass. All in all - a lovely spot to have lunch or dinner - small and comfortable!

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  8. Cameron

    Toronto10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy dinner with friends at Vis a Vis, which seems to have settled into a much needed gastropub bistro niche in our local restaurant scene. Interesting dishes and a good wine selection.

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  9. Jason

    Saskatoon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little spot on Oak Bay Ave..service was truly amazing. And we all enjoyed our food. Highly recommend going for dinner.

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  10. Lisa VIP

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a 10/10. Local food, great ambiance! And thanks for your new wine menu featuring great Canadian vineyards!

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Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 21 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Vis-a-Vis Bouchon Bar

2232 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria, BC V8R 1G5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hampshire
  • Neighbourhood
    Victoria
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French / Canadian, Contemporary French, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Street Parking - 2 hour limit (9am - 5) Free Unlimited Street Parking 5pm + & Sundays
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Pinto
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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