Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
478 Reviews
- Thursday6:30–11 AM
- Friday6:30–11 AM
- Saturday6:30–11 AM
- Sunday6:30–11 AM
- Monday6:30–11 AM
- Tuesday6:30–11 AM
- Wednesday6:30–11 AM
About the Business
Q at the Empress | Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located in the most storied room in Victoria and a must-visit culinary experience. Features a vibrant selection of signature cocktails, an extensive wine list and enticing local craft beers on tap
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+12503892727
721 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5
Hours
- Thursday6:30–11 AM
- Friday6:30–11 AM
- Saturday6:30–11 AM
- Sunday6:30–11 AM
- Monday6:30–11 AM
- Tuesday6:30–11 AM
- Wednesday6:30–11 AM
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
- Wheelchair-accessible elevator
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Happy hour food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Washroom
- Cozy
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Great tea selection
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Bar on-site
- High chairs
- Outdoor seating
- Romantic
- Upscale
- Kids' menu
- Great cocktails
- Live music
Recommended Reviews
Louise Boilevin
10.10.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
I enjoyed it the atmosphere my favorite. Did the Q bar after 9 pm but unfortunately the live music witch was nice to hear sadly didn't go past nine pm and dinner service was cut off at 9pm sadly . Hopefully summer will have longer hours . And live music should go past 9pm especially on a firday &weekends like at chateau whistler does . The atmosphere is great big comfy booths and lots of places to sit . The food quality is good but the food portions could be bigger and need more vegetarian options after the dinner time pasts for the bar food portion . I added the menu in the post of the bar food . The table Staff at my table was great very helpful and accomadating and i got to sit were ever i wanted and of Crouse i picked a comfy spot .
Rachel Shen
06.10.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
The Q at the Empress is truly an interesting experience. I think the ambiance is 5/5, but the food is a 2/5, and the service is a 3/5.We got the salad, clam chowder, and ice cream to share. I got the steel fish as the entree. The salad was a very basic salad, without much flavor or uniqueness other than the grapefruit. The clam chowder was good, but probably not an appetizer to share with others. The steel fish dish was not good at all. I personally can eat almost everything and am not a picky eater at all, but this dish was probably the least appetizing dish I have ever had at a high end restaurant in my life. Please do not get this dish; my friends got the other dishes and enjoyed them. The fish was cooked well, but the cranberry beans (which looked like pinto beans) were really difficult to eat, and I didn’t think that it paired well with the fish at all. This dish made me feel nauseous actually. The ice cream was good and flavorful, but probably not worth the price for 3 tiny scoops and a biscotti cookie.I really will not be back if I am in Victoria again, but I would only come here if you are just here for the ambiance. The food was really not worth the price. Also, if you are here for a birthday, they do not celebrate in any special way.
Angela Hermary
22.09.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
A must do while visiting Victoria! High tea in an historic hotel rich in decor and traditions. The food is gorgeous and the service is top notch! Go there hungry, you will be really full once you get through all three tiers of the high tea!
Alastair Leigh
18.09.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
Stayed at the Empress for 2 nights and looked forward to breakfast at the Q every morning. The food was fresh, prepared well, and tasted, well, like food should taste. It wasn't greasy, overly seasoned or overly salted.Service was professional but friendly and the atmosphere was wonderful. The restaurant was clean and the Christmas decorations were very tastefully done.I ordered the tater bowl which was very good. It wasn't oily and felt clean". The fully loaded oatmeal was fruity and had a good mix of flavors from the berries
Ashley W
27.08.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
Three of us reserved for 6:15 on a Sunday evening. There was live music which was not distracting and quite fun happening in the Q bar near by. Two of us had the Dine Around three course menu - $55 with $40 wine pairing. Amazing butter lettuce salad - and the chocolate raspberry tart - photo offered. One of us had the venison tartar and seafood chowder - spectacular. Overall we were very happy, great service, and the waitress provided an extra when she found our that it was my son's birthday and he has a diary allergy. Thanks you June (waitress).
Kat King
08.08.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
It's always fun to dip into a fancy schmancy hotel bar and have a cocktail. We had delightful champagne Cocktails and an Empress 1904 gimlet made with the hotel's purple gin. We also ordered a charcuterie board that was varied and plentiful. Terrific service and memorable walk thru this historic hotel.
Armita
23.07.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
One of the most exciting and fun culinary experiences I’ve had. The restaurant is located in Fairmont Express Luxury hotel and it serves all meals from breakfast to dinner. It has amazing cocktails. And the food are flavorful and amazing. We had the roasted cauliflower and the steak. Both were great. The interiors are beautiful and very relaxing. It’s an amazing date night place. The staffs are friendly and great. Overall, it was an amazing experience.
Dominic Cummins
19.07.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
Such a great experience. Came here with a group of friends and family. Eva was our server and was absolutely amazing. The atmosphere is incredible and the drinks sublime. The popcorn is to die for. Can’t wait to come back.
Aleksandrs Lapkovskis
11.07.2023
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
Fine dining at it's best. Food was spot on. Our waiter knew every little detail about their menu. Fancy interior. Perfect place for your date night. Highly recommend.
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721 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5
Q AT THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS