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Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.6 (1097)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Located in one of Victoria's oldest buildings, Ferris' Upstairs Seafood And Oyster Bar presents deeply coloured wooden floors and rich brick walls accented by candlelight.

Featuring the best in fresh seafood from our local waters, and premium steaks from Alberta. It's a great place to lounge and enjoy what Vancouver Island has to offer. Small plates and large, our menu changes weekly based on the best in available produce and season.

We boast an extensive wine list from Europe, California and Canada. Six rotating craft beers on tap and carefully curated cocktails featuring local spirits and house made ingredients.

Seafood, meat, vegetarian and vegan options available. Kids welcome.

Located in the heart of downtown Victoria. Regularly named one of the best seafood restaurants in town, we offer a romantic setting perfect for date nights, special occasions and casual dinners.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dave Craggs
  • Neighborhood
    Victoria
  • Cross street
    Located on lower Yates Street between Government and Wharf.
  • Parking details
    Street parking, parking lot directly opposite
  • Public transit
    Multiple transit stops in the surrounding blocks.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,097 people are saying

Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Seafood

  • Victoria

    Best Service

  • Victoria

    Innovative

  • Victoria

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Victoria

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar in Victoria boasts a "good location" with an "interesting menu" featuring standout dishes like the duck confit and seafood Caesar. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "great ambiance." While some dishes were not as impressive, the oysters are consistently described as "the freshest."
1,097 Reviews
  1. Laura VIP

    Calgary / Southern Alberta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had some delicious food last night at Ferris’ Upstairs. The oysters were amazing and the haloumi was so tasty. My husband had the Ling Cod and it was a very generous portion. Our server was great. We will be back again as there were so many other items we wanted to try from the menu.

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  2. linda

    Vancouver / British Columbia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is our go to place when we visit Victoria. Good location. Interesting menu.

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  3. morgana

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely delish, as always! Service was excellent. A favorite spot for me and mine 🥰

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  4. David VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kayla our server was knowledgeable and sociable and helpful

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  5. Kim

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there. Everything was amazing! Will definitely be back

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  6. Stephen

    Calgary / Southern Alberta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow great ambiance, wine list and food! Oysters amazing. Be sure to do happy hour downstairs then go upstairs. May need reservations

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  7. Rick

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favourites. Good food and excellent, friemdly service.

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  8. Mike VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the special for the evening and it was delicious!

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  9. Jill

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal I’ve had in a long time. Wonderful service. We all left very happy!

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  10. Jennifer

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food wasn't mindblowing. I would have expected more for the prices. We ordered a bunch of dishes to share including the lingcod with chorizo, clams and white beans. It was a strange combo that did not really work. The other dishes were passable. As we were on the hunt for seafood, this is where we landed. The service was great as was dessert but over all dinner was a tad disappointing.

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FAQs

Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (250) 360-1824 ext. 1.

Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1097 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Ferris' Upstairs Seafood and Oyster Bar

536 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 1K8

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on lower Yates Street between Government and Wharf.
  • Neighborhood
    Victoria
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking, parking lot directly opposite
  • Public transit
    Multiple transit stops in the surrounding blocks.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dave Craggs
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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