Fishhook

Restaurant · Harris Green

Fishhook

Restaurant · Harris Green
805 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6, Canada

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Fishhook is a cozy gem serving up fresh, local seafood with a delightful Indonesian and French twist, making every dish a flavor-packed adventure.  

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805 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6, Canada Get directions

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CA$20–30

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805 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6, Canada Get directions

+1 250 477 0470
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CA$20–30

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Maneesh J

Google
Fishhook is a wonderful spot for unique, French-inspired Indian seafood dishes. The seafood koftas on chickpea curry were outstanding, and the catch-of-the-day cod was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The staff was warm and welcoming, making the experience even better. The restaurant is small but cozy, with a great atmosphere. Truly unique food. Highly recommend!

Shane McDonald

Google
We've walked past this place a number of times wanting to try it, but it's always been busy. We decided to have dinner and I'm glad we did. The food had really good flavor, and the right amount of spice. I love that they embraced seafood, it was fresh fish and squid, nice and tender. The servers were excellent and the place was clean and well kept. Definitely would recommend.

Oliver James

Google
Really wonderful, friendly service. It's a very small place so it feels quite communal, which suits the qualities of the food perfectly. This is the best meal I've had in Victoria for an extremely reasonable price point. The seafood was fresh, perfectly cooked, and everything had a wonderful complex flavour palette. My partner and I have fallen in love with Fishhook and will definitely be back soon!

Sara C

Google
Great flavours and great service! The food was so appetizing with good portion sizes. The staff are absolutely lovely here; they were very helpful in recommending us the cardamom creme brûlée, which was a lovely way to end our meal. One of the staff members even offered to let me charge my phone when he noticed that my battery was getting low while helping to take our photo. Thanks so much for going above and beyond!

Maria Matheu

Google
I ordered the fish and chips with cod and it was phenomenal. The fries with their Cajun seasoning were delicious. If you are Coleslaw lover, you will flip over theirs. It is so, so good! The staff is super friendly and they always ensured I felt welcomed. You won't be disappointed if you eat here!

Lisa Chell

Google
We came to the restaurant after the symphony. We loved how quaint it was. The owner was lovely, very helpful and attentive. We loved the Indian influence. The halibut pakoras were delicious. The masala poutine with cod absolutely knocked our socks off! And the mussels in white wine vindaloo were absolutely mouthwatering! Wish we were in Victoria more often. I'd love to try more of the menu.

Nahid Khan

Google
The food is good here will be an understatement. We ordered salmon and halibut fish and chips, their famous belly sandwich, fishhook chowder and seafood hotpot. Each and every item tasted heavenly and great portion size. The server was very pleasant and attentive. The chef (Mohit) was greeting guests personally and giving great suggestions. Highly recommended!

S&ME

Google
Staff were all very hospitable and provided friendly service with a warm smile. We thoroughly enjoyed the food the as well. The squid in the buryani rice stood out for me as it was really tender and delicious. We will definitely dine at fishhook again during our next visit to Victoria.

Angi C.

Yelp
Fresh off the ferry and my family was starving. Browsed through Yelp and found Fishhook. Fishhook is off the Main Street in Victoria, small restaurant with several tables. Service was great- was sat and attended to right away. My kids all ordered Fishhook's freshly made sodas with mango and anise- delicious. I tried a cocktail with a local gin. Several of us ordered the fish and chips- so delicious with a homemade remoulade, red cabbage slaw, and delicious fries with unique seasoning. My daughter ordered a salmon and curry- outstanding. I love the unique splash of Indian flavors with seafood. This place is a must try!

Kmaintl L.

Yelp
Excellent food and service. Will stopby again next time we visit Victoria BC. Codfish fish n chips with shrimp toast.

Katherine G.

Yelp
A very good and pleasantly surprising spot! We were wanting to try red fish blue fish but didn't know that they were closed for the season, so we ended up here instead. I didn't realize that this spot had Indian and French influences, which added a really nice and interesting twist on the food! We came at lunch time and got the fish and chips as well as the fishhook chowder. The fish and chips were great - super crispy fish on top of a bed of nicely seasoned thin masala fries. The chowder was also good, but not entirely what I expected. It was thin, and more soup like rather than a thick clam chowder, but it had nice pieces of fish inside and a good coconut flavor that I enjoyed. Service was friendly, the ambiance was pleasant, and they brought out the food fresh and hot really quickly! I was overall quite pleased with this spot for lunch.

Samantha E.

Yelp
Visited Fishhook for dinner on a Friday evening with a party of 6. We had 5:00pm reservation that we made the prior day. The restaurant has one table that can accommodate 6-8. Everyone in our group loved the restaurant. We ordered the Poutine, the hot pot, the fresh catch (halibut), Pekoras (halibut), and wine from BC. Service was really good. Everyone working at the restaurant is passionate about the food they service which makes ordering and trying even more fun. The fish/mussels are locally sourced another huge plus! Can't say enough great things!

Yojna J.

Yelp
We had an amazing experience at Fishhook and would gladly give it a 5-star review! Despite not having a reservation, the host was incredibly accommodating and found us a table for two within minutes, even during the busy 7 pm rush. Nice ambiance as well as you can see the chefs in action. We started with the seafood koftas, which were not only generously sized but also bursting with incredible flavours. The variety of textures and tastes was a delight, though I'd suggest serving the papadom separately to avoid it getting soggy in the sauce. The bread was perfect for savouring every bit of the saucy Chana masala goodness. For our main course, we ordered the seafood biryani, and it exceeded our expectations. The portions were substantial, and it was loaded with a variety of seafood, including Humboldt squid and tandoori salmon. I absolutely loved it. I can't stress enough the importance of making a reservation, given its popularity among both locals and visitors. A fantastic dining experience overall!

Karl M.

Yelp
We loved our experience here. The service was friendly and excellent. They went out of their way to be sure that my wife's dietary needs were met. We had the fish and chips. Reasonably priced. Good flavour. All around a positive experience. We'd go again.

Catalina P.

Yelp
You'll enjoy everything from the menu! We were a party of four and everyone was so happy with their choice. Mohit Bisht service was excellent! (Thank you for giving me the business card). Although the visit happened more than a year ago, I can't "let it pass" as an ordinary experience because it wasn't. Try this place and you'll be more than satisfied with the meal, service and atmosphere!

Healthygirl O.

Yelp
The food quality was not what was expected. More spice and attention to detail/quality would be great.

Joel B.

Yelp
I love the creativity of mashing up British and Indian cuisine. The chowder was interesting. The koftas were surprising and good. The masala curry was great. The fish and chips were good. Overall, the mash-up didn't nail for me. I think I'd prefer a place that just focussed on the Indian food or just the fish and chips.

Min A.

Yelp
We went to Victoria for a few hours and this place was on my list to try from when I was last in this town in 2018 so glad to see they survived the pandemic. They have a different eclectic menu French inspired as we went for a late lunch. We ordered the vindaloo mussels a take on Vongole which came with buttered toasted bread slices which were very flavorful, it could have used a tad bit of extra spice so we asked for their hot sauce and the waiter brought habanero sauce. We also ordered the pondicherry main plate which was wild seafood koftas in a masala (which had rajma, indian kidney bean) curry with white basmati rice (not golden as indicated on the menu as there was no saffron in it). We preferred the mussels over the koftas as they were bland and tasted like an oval shaped salmon burger instead of round, tad bit overcooked. It reminded me of the salmon burgers from nesters. They have some unique soda flavors and we ordered the jalapeño lime, more sour than sweet as we did not want a sweet soda. The area appears to have changed and not for the positive but it's close to downtown. Glad we had a chance to try it.

Cindy T.

Yelp
Wow! Tiny spot with Big Flavors and very friendly server. Ordered salmon belly sandwich and cod fish n chips- both delicious. The small cabbage salad w/ cod was over the top. Fun blend of Indian flavors with sea food. Good prices. The place is packed with locals.

Megan L.

Yelp
It has been over 1 year since I came to this place & I still dream about it to this day! Absolutely outstanding twist on Indian cuisine. I was visiting here with my bf and his family, and we came here by chance while wandering around looking for dinner. The owner was soooo kind! He gave us recommendations on what to order & we were not disappointed one bit. The place is on the smaller side with a moody ambiance. It's perfect for small groups but we were comfortably sat with 5 of us. I don't have one bad thing to say and I cannot wait to return!

Frank K.

Yelp
After reading all the great reviews, we were very excited to dine at Fishhook. We arrived when it opened expecting a huge line but were happy to see no one had arrived yet. We ordered: The Cure Tartine - open-faced sandwich - cured sockeye lox, chives cream cheese, shaved daily pickles, lemon oil drizzle The Daily Khatch - rock cod served over indo-spiced masala and basmati Pekoras - spiced channa-battered vegetable fritters - served with chili-mint raita dip Chowder - thyme-chili roasted potato, coconut milk & smoked fish broth, wild fish confit, celery, carrot, onion, smoked fish garnish, green onion, chili The reason I wrote down the descriptions is because all the dishes were so unique and like nothing I have ever had before. I think The Cure Tartine was the most interesting dish. The Daily Khatch and Chowder were also very interesting. The Pekoras were also good, especially with the dip. I definitely would try to go to Fishhook again if I am visiting Victoria to try some of the other dishes. Fishhook is nothing like anything I've tried before and I want more of it.

MaryLinda W.

Yelp
We stopped here for lunch on a cloudy and slightly rainy day. The inside dining area is small, but the staff is friendly and the food was satisfying. The water in Victoria is good, but I wanted to try the chai cream soda. It was not sweet at all but had a pleasant chai flavor. We both wanted something hot and the chowder with smoked wild caught salmon and cod fit our needs perfectly! Hubby added The Cure tartine with lox and chive cream cheese on a toasted baguette, while I chose The Tuna Melt tartine with sliced albacore tuna. Both sandwiches were tasty and we were each happy with our choices!

Mandy T.

Yelp
Interesting fusion of seafood and Indian-French inspired food. I tasted mostly Indian inspired and not so much French. The place was bustling when we came on a Friday, late lunch. We managed to get a seat by the window. The service was quick and friendly, server gave us some help with our menu to identify dishes that may be too spicy for the kids. We ordered: - Briyani ($26) - This was the best dish IMO. We all enjoyed this the most and couldn't get enough. Love the pieces of squid in it. - The Belly ($17) - The sandwich was HUGE. It tasted ok but a bit dry (dry fish on dry bread). The sauerkraut could get a bit much. - Fish and Chips - Cod ($17) - It came with a generous portion size of fish but flavor wise, it wasn't memorable. There was a spicy sauce served in the side that we dipped the fish in but it was overly spicy and didn't improve on the flavors of the dish. Came with a small salad and fries. Overall, other than the Briyani, the rest of the dishes were just ok.

RicShe L.

Yelp
I've had the opportunity to visit excellent restaurants throughout Asia - Hong Kong, Bangkok, Taipei, Seoul, Bali and Tokyo. The delectable offerings at the Fishook ranks amount the best. The dining experience is nestled within a simply elegant hole-in-the wall ambiance coupled with gentle appropriately attentive service. The menu is equally creative and intriguing. My choice was the sharable Koftas - a small loaf shaped blend of fresh salmon, shrimp and tuna - surrounded in a bowl with a masala curry and a just right spicy sauce. As a side, don't overlook the green or red house salads, each with a house dressing with a spectacular flavor signature. Portion sizes were generous and prices were moderate. A visit to Victoria would be perfect by including a meal at Fishook.

A M L.

Yelp
Cute little Indian fusion restaurant. We had the simple toast and fish n chips. Plenty of food for brunch. The fish was fresh, the fries were perfectly crispy. Sprinkled with some type of light curry powder. The red cabbage shred was yummy with a crispy tang note. The sqimp toast was an open faced sandwich that had shrimp and squid mixture with light curry taste toasted on a light baguette. Service and food was excellent.

Sophia L.

Yelp
BEST GOD DAMN MEAL I HAD IN VICTORIA. I would leave 10 stars if I could. We loved it so much we came here two days in a row. We had their vindaloo mussel and their curry dish with halibut and curry dish with the house made seafood meatballs. Everything was flavorful but not actually spicy. The halibut was the star, so light and fresh, paired perfectly with their house made curry which was mildly sweet. I will probably remember eating here for the rest of my life

Alexander I.

Yelp
Amazing food and incredible service! This is one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at. The food is very unique and has a plethora of flavors. Highly recommend this place- make sure to stop by!

Kat S.

Yelp
I'm usually not an Indian food person, but omg this place is amazing! The best masala curry! Everything was so fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!

Mia Z.

Yelp
The pondicherry and fish n chips are the best! The curry is light and refreshing. The fried fish is very fish forward, allowing you to enjoy the interesting Indo-French sauces it's paired with. Portions are reasonably sized and the beer prices are excellent. I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone that likes seafood!

A B.

Yelp
Such a culinary delight. Loved the blend of flavour and thoughtfulness with the way things were balanced. This is the kind of food you eat and then dream of until next time.

Donald S.

Yelp
Food tasted wonderful, ingredients really healthy - friendly, happy staff - really engaged and loving what they were doing and their customers

Kristy R.

Yelp
I had this on my list before our trip to Victoria! Dining area was very clean, bright and modern. We were greeted with great customer service on a Sunday afternoon since they are now open on Sundays! I ended up getting the salmon belly sandwich with spicy sauerkraut, and a mustard relish. I loved the bread on the sandwich. It was so light and crisp did not make it seem like I was just filling up on carbs but more protein. My partner got the fried codfish and masala, french fries plus fishhook chowder. Chowder was a little fishy tasting and the broth was thin. I'm not sure I would've called it a chowder as to me chowders are a thicker more creamier broth. We really debated getting the tuna-melt and cod poutine which some other patrons ordered and it looked absolutely amazing! I loved our seafood with an the Indian twist. Lots of different flavors going on with both dishes. I definitely recommend this place and would go back to try several different dishes

Garrett H.

Yelp
Very interesting fusion of seafood and French/Indonesian/Indian cuisine. We had the Vindaloo'd Seafood Hot Pot and the Biryani Salmon. Good flavor, especially the hot pot, and just all around something different. Place is pretty small and we had to wait a bit for our late Saturday lunch but I'm glad we did.

Justin W.

Yelp
Before you go: - Space is limited. If you hate waiting it's best to make a reso or go during non-peak hours. My wife and I didn't make a reso. on a Tuesday night. Went there around 7 and had to wait about 20mins. Not a big deal for us. - For those visiting from somewhere else. Street parking in Victoria is free after 6pm. Might be something to consider if you want to save a couple dollars. Positives: - Portions are massive. Picture are the Salmon Biryani, Veggie Pakoras, and Fish & Chips. I'm a big guy with a huge appetite. We brought the Biryani home. - Salmon Biryani - Salmon was cooked well. Huge cut. The rice has a tiny bit of spice, but nothing off putting. - Fish & Chips - Dense and filling. Whatever that dip is needs to be sold. Told the chef that. - Prices are fair. Had no problem with any of the pricing. - Service and cooks are extremely friendly and approachable. The okays: - The non-alcoholic drinks are something to skip. Kinda flavorless. Could have done without them. - The veggie Pakoras are actually really good. They're just okay though. Nothing mind-blowing. It's just fried yam? Carrot? Can't remember. Something orange. You get a lot though. - If you're a fish and chip snob, theirs is nothing like Red Fish Blue Fish down by the harbor, so don't compare. Just an FYI. Will I be back? Yah for the Biryani.

Koji S.

Yelp
Went with a friend while visiting Victoria because I was intrigued by the Indian-French. I think it lived up to the hype! Loved the food, service, and decor.

G I N.

Yelp
2023-04-02. Fishhook. Victoria, BC. Serving comfort foods with a flair! All dishes are owner and head chef Mohit's own recipes. He crafts traditional Indian dishes with a French twist. The flavors are delicate, and noting is overpoweringly spiced. Preferring to process his own ingredients, he expertly, yet subtly, ensures they're still noticeable. From extracting and grinding cardamom from whole seeds to making fresh soups daily, he believes in serving wholesome foods that are delicious and healthy for you. Somewhat of a scratch kitchen. If you want their cardamom chai tea, make sure it's part of your morning routine. It's made in small batches, and once they're out they're out. The menu contains many of his signature and staple dishes and has not changed in 7 years, but then again, if it ain't broke... Tonight we had the Squimp Toast, their signature Fishhook Chowder, the Vindaloo mussels, and the poutine. Our meal ended sweetly with the ganache. Squimp Toast. A play on the toppings. Pieces of shrimp and squid are diced and flavored and set upon tartine bread. Tartine bread is one of my favorites. It has just the right amount of sourdough flavor, and has a super crispy and crunchy crust while the inside is light and airy, the best of both worlds. This was a fantastic dish, the Humboldt squid is a jumbo squid native to the South American Pacific ocean. The shrimps are locally sourced from Tofino, BC, and the harissa added a nice smoky, garlic flavor that was brightened with a hint of citrus. It was light in the heat department, but still carried a warm chili pepper kick (safe enough for kids). And if that wasn't enough, it was balanced out by a touch of honey. My kids favorite dish of the evening. 5 stars. Poutine. One of Canada creations, the beloved poutine has taken on many transformations over the decades. Here the french fries are gently spiced with cardamom, cloves, coriander, cumin, and I think there was also a touch of cinnamon. Add to that some tomato curry, cheese curds, and some green onions to brighten the dish, some crispy onions to give you that pop of flavor and crunch, and top it off with pakora bartered cod for protein and you have yourself a meal! Typically pakora is crazy spicy, but not so much here. The dish was a bit in the dry side with all the spices, but again, all the dishes are subtly spiced and safe for kids. 4 stars. FishHook Chowder. When I read the description of this dish, I think I had to try it. Wild fish confit is what caught my attention. Confit is the French word for "preserve". It is the process of slow cooking at low temperatures. The result is tenderizing tougher cuts of meat like duck legs. Fish is normally tender and/or flaky, so I was really curious to see what fish was used. The broth had a slight fishiness to it, so I was expecting some wild ocean fish confit. Sadly I won't get to tell you as my kids got to it all before I had a chance to taste any. The coconut milk was just subtle enough to mark its presence without making it heavy at all. 4 stars for the broth. Vindaloo Mussels. Vindaloo is typically among the spiciest curries in Indian cuisine. And while it's intensely spicy, it also has plenty of bright, acidic, and vinegar tinged tones. The vindaloo here is kid friendly, switching out the majority of the heat with the classic white wine. 4 stars. Ganache. Homemade and topped with coconut shavings set amidst a sea of dairy free chocolate and completed with islands of wild berry compote and coconut crème fraîche. The crème fraîche had hints of cardamom, orange rind, and mint. This was a fantastic dish. Separately the coconut ganache was able to stand on its own, but paired even better with the compote and crème. It was a perfect ending to our meal. 5 stars. Overall, this was a really good experience. Head chef and owner Mohit has thoughtfully and successfully managed to come up with some creative Indian-European fusion dishes using locally sourced and imported ingredients. Despite us having a late dinner (just before they were closing), he still took the time to come out and explain some of the dishes to us. If you're expecting super bold and fiery flavors, or high sodium and artery clogging rich sauces, then this is not the place for you. But if you want to try something new and different, or just want to get your feet wet to East Asian flavors, I would say Fishhook is a winner. Thank you to Chef Mohit and his superb staff for your hospitality, we were the last to leave for the night, yet you still didn't rush us out. If You would like to experience more, come dine-with-me.yelp.com I'd love to have your company... Bon Appétit!

Colette C.

Yelp
Excellent food! The fish and chips were gluten free, as were the fries. The beer selections were good and the sauce for the fish and chips was a complicated concoction that was truly delicious! We're tourists, but glad we strayed out of the "tourist zone".

Krystyna K.

Yelp
The waiters seemed like they were ignoring us for the first 10 minutes after we were seated, they went to every other group in the restaurant before 1 finally came to take our orders. They even went to take the order of a group that came after us first! Squimp toast was 10/10, the biryani was VERY squid heavy. Now, I like squid but apparently not enough. I was getting tired of the squid by halfway through the dish. The squid was quite rubbery too like maybe it was overcooked. Honestly theres so many amazing restaurants in victoria that I wouldn't come back here.

Dean B.

Yelp
Such good food! Had a great Tuna Tataki, the drink selection was very tasty. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and ambiance.

Joe K.

Yelp
it is Indian meets French meets BC. Do not worry the dishes are not to spicy unless that is your desire. I had the salmon tartan. My wife the catch of the day. Both we're uniquely seasoned and delicious.

Magdalena M.

Yelp
My husband and I ate at Fishhook during our time visiting Victoria, and it was one of our favorite spots. Food is unique, well-flavored, and absolutely delicious. I'm still thinking about the fish chowder and it's been months!

Aeryana C.

Yelp
Best chowder you will ever eat. Great local crowd. Some items are decently priced. It used to be a regular lunch spot but now for special occasions. You MUST eat in the back patio for maximum ambience.

Tina L.

Yelp
We are there for 3 days of vacation, I'm glad that my daughter found that place . It's a small and quaint place with some dine in area. We had tried their seafood stew , shrimp toast Pondicheri and also the Indian poutine version It was really good !

John D.

Yelp
Service was excellent and the food was so unique and tasty. We would like to return again. The evening went parking was readily available.

Theresa W.

Yelp
We were looking for a fish 'n chips restaurant and found this heavenly spot! The food here is unique and delicious, prepared and served by owners who take great pride. From the drink menu through to all of the entrees you will not be disappointed. The flavours are beyond wonderful! If you are looking for seafood with a flair for Indian/French note this will be the place to go. Fresh ingredients and pride in the dishes that are prepared is clearly evident. This restaurant is a true hidden gem!

Kimber B.

Yelp
Sweet spot of a bistro. Clearly, well thought out combinations of flavor and spice with seasonal offerings. Red shredded salad was amazing! The tartines, the Cure and the Squrimp, were flavorful and inviting to the eye. Loved the picked veggie offerings, too. Don't forget to try the house made sparkling sods with choice of alcohol. Ours was mango-anise w/vodka. Yay for us! Thanks for the awesome meal.

David K.

Yelp
Fishhook is a truly unique eatery featuring fresh, local seafood with an Indian twist! I started with the Belly, a sandwich made of a long, thin slice of broiled wild salmon belly in an airy, crusty baguette, along with herbed chive mustard, spicy sauerkraut, and dill pickles. The mustard and sauerkraut dominated the flavor of the sandwich, while the salmon belly made for a delicious protein. My favorite sandwich was the Squimp Toast, an open-faced tartine built on a toasted baguette topped with a mixture of small Tofino shrimp mixed with chopped smoked Humboldt squid, harissa, red chili honey, and topped with crispy onions. This mixture had a delicious seafood flavor from the shrimp and squid, spiciness from the harissa, sweetness from the honey, and a nice crispy texture from the onions. Finally, we finished off with the Koftas, certainly the most unique dish I had here. These were two meatballs made of wild seafood (including salmon and shrimp) served over a chickpea curry in a cast iron skillet, along with a crispy papadum cracker, slices of baguette, a mango chutney, and Indian pickle on the side. While the seafood koftas were certainly creative, they turned out rather dry, but my favorite part about this dish was the coconut chickpea curry, which was perfect for eating with the bread. Overall, the seafood dishes here were creative and flavorful and featured fresh ingredients, and the service was super friendly too!

Janet H.

Yelp
Friendly service and fabulous food! I want to go back and try other dishes there. Sustainable seafood, organic ingredients and the unique flavors combining Indian and French influences amazing. We had the chowder, squimp toast and salmon khatch.

Charlie C.

Yelp
Nice Indian fusion food. Try the poutine! Fish done very well. Prices reasonable. Crowded.

Taylor J.

Yelp
First off, you don't often see French Indian fusion. At least not me. While visiting for a wedding my husband and I had to try this place given it's story and amazing reviews. We couldn't have been more happy we did. The spices and mixes Id everything was delicious. We tried to take our time with the food but devoured all of it as we shared both dishes. Would highly recommend.

Pat W.

Yelp
Love this place. We were greeted warmly and got lots of good recommendations from the manager (I think). We got the salmon belly sandwich, pondicherry fish and chips, chowder and mussels. Everything we ordered was excellent and we would happily go back!

Brett D.

Yelp
This restaurant was on my list to visit in Victoria for two years before we finally made it. I was very surprised at just how small the dining room was, too. There were four of us, and the place was jam packed on a Thursday evening. They have a front window set of about 4-6 barstools at a high top table, and we were told that four customers were about to wrap up. I believe we waited about 20 minutes before we seated. Of course, we did not have reservations. As soon as we walked in, the aromas in this restaurant were incredible. Indian restaurants always have that overwhelming aura of spices from the kitchen, but Fishhook was like walking right into the middle of the kitchen. The first thing we ordered were the Koftas as an appetizer. Quite honestly, this was the menu item that took us all by surprise. I don't think I've ever had anything like this, and I actually had to chat with the chef afterward. Interesting note is that they are not made with any wheat. On top of that, they use all wild-caught local seafood. The nice-sized meatballs are served with a tasty masala curry, baguette, and the crispiest papadum you'll have to scoop up the remaining curry at the bottom of the plate. I think I could have almost eaten a whole plate of these for my meal, but there was too much else on the menu to try. My wife and I ordered two different "Daily Khatch." She got the tuna, and I got the wild salmon. Both dishes were presented like a piece of art, and I wish that I had taken some photos. After eating the appetizer, I was having an out-of-body experience from all of the spices that had in it! My dish was dark pink wild salmon simmering in masala curry and basmati rice. More papadum come with this dish as well to help you scoop, if you want to just leave the fork and spoon behind. I've never had this sort of fresh fish with an Indian dish, and the combination of flavors was absolutely perfect. My wife's tuna was equally amazing, but I'd still have to go with the salmon every time. The entire staff in this restaurant from the front host to the waitress and the kitchen were simply the best. One of the things I didn't quite pick up on when we were trying to get a table was the fact that Fishhook usually shares an open common space on the back side of the restaurant. Apparently, this allows them to have more seating in the outdoor courtyard. During our visit, that area was closed. If you plan to go, they do not take reservations. Just try to arrive either early or late, as I think that may give you a better chance of getting a table quicker. If you're in Victoria, I think this is one of the top three restaurants on the list for quality and simply uniqueness. Put it on your list!

Zamán A.

Yelp
the best poutine that I have ever had. the spices and the fish are all amazing. the salmon and cod are delectable and the Masala fries are amazing! and the staff are all so friendly and kind. 5 stars

Rhea T.

Yelp
We really enjoyed our meal today. What an interesting concept! Indian/French Fusion, while being Gluten and Dairy Free and using local and sustainable products. We had the Fishhook Poutine, Vindaloo Mussels, Salmon Pekora and Pickled Veggies to share. The flavors were intensely Indian and on the spicy side (which I loved). If you are looking for something different and tasty, I would recommend this place. It is very low key, small restaurant. Very casual. The staff was helpful and friendly.

Lindsay D.

Yelp
Incredibly unique and creative Indian French fusion seafood restaurant. Not so sure sbout the French part other than that they have moules frites, but the Indian side was full force. The portions are huge, I don't know how one could eat an entree by themselves. Disappointing was that we came here for the mussels and when we got here at 630, they were already sold out, although we also heard that a table seated 30min after us was told that there was one order of the mussels left. By then it was too late as our order was already in. Everything was delicious, but standouts were the mainstay dish and the humboldt squid biryani. We had the fish for the mainstay but should have doibled up on the humboldt squid, which was tender and not at all chewy. The creamed veggies that came with the mainstay and seafood balls rounded out the meal and were really tasty. It looked like it may have been some sort of chard or collards cooked down in a tomato based sauce. Saw the fish and chips. The portion was huge, but I would stick with the Indian items as fish and chips can be had anywhere and the batter looked more toward the British style than a tempura style. A small joint, but it looked like they did a steady clip of take out and delivery orders.

Marian S.

Yelp
Love this place. Very accommodating, we needed a quick turnaround and the cooking was started as we were ordering. We've tried most of the menu items and have never been disappointed. Exceptional fusion mixes that I'm already yearning to go back and enjoy again.

Ryan Y.

Yelp
There is a reason why this place is always packed. Their seafood Indian menu rocks. I love their Biryani. The spices and flavors were on point. The salmon was over cooked. It was well done instead of medium. I would only knock them 1/2 Star because their flavors were so strong. The place is small, so I would recommend going there when they open. At 6pm, there were already 6 people waiting.