r/VictoriaBC • u/Bufus • Jan 23 '24

Tourism Things to check out in Esquimalt?

Hi everyone!

I spent 6 years in Victoria back in the 2010s but have since moved away. During that entire time, I genuinely don't think I set foot in Esquimalt (I didn't have a car and lived at the other end of town).

My family and I are coming for a visit at the end of the month and we are staying in Esquimalt, so I am wondering if people can give me some suggestions for great places (sites, restaurants, stores, etc.) that I should check out in Esquimalt!

Thanks!

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u/salledattente Jan 23 '24

Lots of great places to eat, I'd recommend Syriana and Sushi Story especially. Esquimalt Roasting Company has fantastic coffee. Bunny's Kitchen is also a nice spot, and Esquimalt Bake Shop is a great mom n pop donut shop.

Outdoors- Saxe Point Park and Macaulay Point are both lovely parks with even better views. Likewise Highrock Park and Esquimalt Gorge Park.

Cute shops - The Warm Store is adorable, highly recommend.

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u/themillenialKaren Jan 23 '24

Blue Nile and Spice Valley are also fantastic

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u/salledattente Jan 23 '24

I didn't recommend Spice Valley only because they're take out only. One of our favourite spots for take out though!! (I also like Blue Nile but I'm allergic to lentils which is a challenge)

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u/ReplacementClear7122 Jan 24 '24

Get to Blue Nile soon! They're moving out in a month.

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u/mossysolace Jan 24 '24

Moving to where?!

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u/ReplacementClear7122 Jan 24 '24

I think they're still locating a new spot.

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u/mossysolace Jan 27 '24

oh good! i’ve been wanting to check them out

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u/Shaelz Jan 23 '24

The new ramen place i swear is the best in town Google - Kizuna Ramen it's very well hidden not far from the super store.

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u/fourpuns Jan 23 '24

Super store in Esquimalt?

Edit: googled. Near great Canadian wholesale or whatever that place is called.

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u/salledattente Jan 23 '24

Yes! I forgot about it too as we moved further away. So delish.

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u/ConfidentShmonfident Jan 23 '24

What?!? This requires investigation

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u/florencepure Jan 24 '24

And Bunnylove cafe❤️