Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio

Name: Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio
Address: 680 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC, Canada, V8V 1Z8
Telephone: (250) 414-6739
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1529 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Great for scenic views
Charming
Good for special occasions

Aura plays with fresh local ingredients through global inspiration, crafting flavours and experiences to take you further. Beyond the backdrop of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Aura is an adventure into bold tastes and beautiful platings. Follow your curiosity through a curated wine list or splash into cocktails featuring BC’s finest spirit producers. Whether an evening out, a quick bite after work, or a relaxing patio afternoon taking in the views, let Aura be your journey to something spectacular.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Global, International, Fusion / Eclectic, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(250) 414-6739
Website
http://www.aurarestaurant.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Ken Nakano
Private party facilities
We offer a small private dining space for groups of up to 10 people.
Private party contact
Frances von Aesch: (250) 414-6739

Location
680 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8
Neighbourhood
Victoria
Cross Street
Belleville St.
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Aura's Afternoon Tea
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Spend a lazy weekend afternoon enjoying tea in the restaurant or on our patio. With a postcard view of Victoria's Inner Harbour as your backdrop, our Afternoon Tea is a creative take on the traditional. A perfect way to share and reconnect! Tea is available on Saturdays + Sundays from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Reservations are required at least 24-hours in advance. Afternoon Tea is $65 per guest plus tax and 18% gratuity. Credit card details will be taken to hold your reservation; payment is due at the end of your dining experience. No-shows and cancellations within 24 hrs will be charged at full price.

Popular dishes

Point Breakfast$23.00
two eggs, choice of bacon, country ham, chicken/pork sausage, roasted tomato, crispy hashbrowns, choice of toast
Continental $21.00
choice of one freshly baked breakfast pastry, fresh sliced fruit, vanilla yogurt + granola parfait
Classic Benny$23.00
two poached eggs, back bacon, house baked English muffin, hollandaise, crispy hashbrowns
Avocado Toast$23.00
two poached eggs, cilantro-lime crema, pickled onions, roasted tomato, crispy hashbrowns
Steel Cut Oats$16.00
strawberry-rhubarb compote, almond + maple granola, vanilla mascarpone
Fruit Plate$14.00
selection of fresh fruit + berries
Garden Benny$23.00
two poached eggs, grilled kale, portobello mushrooms, hollandaise, roasted tomato, crispy hashbrowns
Aura Benny$24.00
prawn + smoked salmon okonomiyaki, two poached eggs, kimchi hollandaise, seaweed salad, bonito flakes, crispy hashbrowns
Buttermilk Waffle$24.00
soft cream, peach preserve, pistachio butter + crunch
West Coast Omelet$24.00
smoked salmon, fresh herbs, goat cheese, lemon zest, roasted tomato, crispy hashbrowns, choice of toast
Garden Omelet $23.00
garden vegetables, mushrooms, green onions, aged BC cheddar, roasted tomato, crispy hashbrowns, choice of toast
Braised Beef Hash$24.00
two poached eggs, crispy potato, roasted mushrooms, green onion, spinach, hollandaise, choice of toast

What 1,529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver / British Columbia
Global, International
Victoria
Great for outdoor dining
Victoria
Romantic
Victoria
Great for scenic views

1,529 Reviews

C
Cathie
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the seafood chowder! With a base of coconut milk, it was bursting with flavors. The service was friendly & attentive.
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Sharon
Limerick
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was poor, food was average although the fries were over salted. Became ill with gastric issue overnight, wouldn’t recommend it.
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Bonnie
Calgary
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was ok, but we saw a mouse inside the restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Accommodated our request to sit on the patio. Was a gorgeous view. Great value on the HH menu. Would recommend.
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 31, 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback! Hope to welcome you back again soon!
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David
Norfolk/Suffolk
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
While we sat I side, braver souls than us enjoyed the patio with heaters and seemed happy enough. Inside the staff were friendly and helpful. The portion sizes are not huge but, realistically, they are exactly what you need. The mains were excellent and the Chocolate Decadence was delicious. The pavlova was less impressive but still pleasant. A great place to eat.
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 30, 2024
Dear David, Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience and that our staff made you feel welcome. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed our dishes and the Chocolate Decadence. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!
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Brett
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good. They may have been short-staffed as one waiter seemingly covering a lot of tables led to slow service
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 30, 2024
Dear Brett, Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the food. We apologize for the slow service and appreciate your understanding. We hope to have the chance to serve you again soon!
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Tony
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location looking over the Victoria harbor. Food was excellent and with friendly service. Highly recommend.
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 30, 2024
Dear Tony, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed our menu and service. Hope to welcome you back soon!
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Ken
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impressive, and as advertized. We will come back again, and will recommend this Aura others. Kudos to the seamless change in servers when shift changes occurred.
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 21, 2024
Dear Ken, Thank you so much for sharing your positive feedback with us! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed our menu and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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Stephen
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Albacore tuna share plate is to die for Halibut main. Absolutely perfect. Can’t wait to return
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 24, 2024
Hi Stephen, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you loved the Albacore tuna and halibut. We can't wait to welcome you back!
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Ceri
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely time at Aura for afternoon tea! This is tge best deal in the city. Delicious! Soo much food. Beautiful room. Lovely staff. Five stars!!
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + PatioResponded on August 21, 2024
Dear Ceri, Thank you for sharing your Afternoon Tea experience. I'm thrilled to hear you had a lovely time, and enjoyed our Tea and service. I have to agree with you that our Pastry team delivers the best Tea in the city! We hope to see you again soon!
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FAQs

Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio is rated 4.5 stars by 1529 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio

680 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8

Additional information

Cross Street
Belleville St.
Neighbourhood
Victoria
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:45 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Global, International, Fusion / Eclectic, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Ken Nakano
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aurarestaurant.ca/
Phone number
(250) 414-6739
Private party facilities
We offer a small private dining space for groups of up to 10 people.
Private party contact
Frances von Aesch: (250) 414-6739

Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Aura's Afternoon Tea

Popular dishes

Fruit + Cream

Sliced Fruit

Fruit Plate

Menu

Breakfast Menu

Point Breakfast$23.00

Continental $21.00

Classic Benny$23.00

Avocado Toast$23.00

Steel Cut Oats$16.00

Fruit Plate$14.00

Garden Benny$23.00

Aura Benny$24.00

Buttermilk Waffle$24.00

West Coast Omelet$24.00

Garden Omelet $23.00

Braised Beef Hash$24.00

What 1,529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

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