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Q at The Empress - The Fairmont Empress Hotel

4.5 (595)
CAN$51 and over
Northwest
721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Q at the Empress, located in the most storied room in Victoria, is a must-visit culinary experience. The carefully curated menu highlights the best of British Columbia’s farmers and artisans, featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that celebrate the fresh and abundant flavours of the Pacific Northwest. Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out. Reservations are highly recommended.

Q Bar is home to inspired cocktails, artisan beers and locally crafted Empress 1908 Gin. Take a seat at the bar, or settle into a plush couch with friends, while enjoying gorgeous harbour views. No reservations are required.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Canadian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Isabel Chung
  • Neighborhood
    Victoria
  • Cross street
    Belleville & Goverment Streets
  • Parking details
    Valet or self parking is available in the Fairmont Empress parkade
  • Additional
    Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

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What 595 people are saying

Q at The Empress - The Fairmont Empress Hotel 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Victoria

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Victoria

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Victoria

    Healthy

  • Victoria

    Great for fine wines

  • Victoria

    Romantic

  • Victoria

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Q at The Empress exudes elegance with its "outstanding service" and "fabulous" culinary offerings. Renowned for its Sunday roast, the restaurant pairs exquisite dishes with a stunning ambiance. The knowledgeable staff, highlighted by servers like Andrew, enhance the dining experience, making it a "certified bucket list restaurant in Victoria."
595 Reviews
  1. Emmanuel

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very high quality service provided by our waitress Friendly and smart discussion Special thanks for her

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  2. Albert

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Q at the Empress was everything I expected, and more. It wasn't just dinner! It was an experience.

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  3. Christine

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal! The live acoustic music was excellent. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly.

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  4. Michael

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we've ever had and Andrew, our server, was simply sensational. Every dish we had was perfect and the vegetarian selections were delightful.

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  5. Jennifer

    Portland / Oregon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were having a family celebration and everyone was wonderful.

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  6. Laura

    Vancouver / British Columbia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very elegant place to dine. The meal was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely.

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  7. Debra

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the opportunity to have Sunday roast at Q last night. It was so wonderful. The food was outstanding and the service was above and beyond. I highly recommend it!

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  8. Charley VIP

    Essex4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Sunday roast I’ve had for a long time. Staff were all very friendly and the atmosphere was great! Would highly recommend!

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  9. Tony

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Table for two was in a nice spot within the restaurant. Menu options were very good. service was quick as were each item we selected. Restaurant is pricey and partially mitigated by the overall ambience.

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  10. Chris

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Andrew our waiter was exceptional and went beyond , the food was superb

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Q at The Empress - The Fairmont Empress Hotel is rated 4.5 stars by 595 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Q at The Empress - The Fairmont Empress Hotel

721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Belleville & Goverment Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Victoria
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, Canadian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet or self parking is available in the Fairmont Empress parkade
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Isabel Chung
  • Additional
    Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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