If you're planning a trip to Victoria, B.C., be sure to save a hundred bucks or so for dinner at Il Terrazzo. The best food I've had in years, though I don't normally eat in the $40 entreé price range. Completely charming atmosphere, and waitstaff that was kind and patient with our young child. Made my trip.

I'll also throw in a positive mention for Ferris' Oyster Bar and Grill, since they seem to have been omitted from what few guidebooks there are for Victoria. Good food and good service at a casual lunchtime price. Be sure to request a table out back on a sunny day, the place looks a little cramped indoors.