Red Fish Blue Fish

Seafood restaurant · Downtown

Red Fish Blue Fish

Seafood restaurant · Downtown

1006 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1N8, Canada

Highlights

Dockside seafood shack serving seasonal, sustainable seafood in creative hand-roll tacos and celebrated fish and chips, with a view to match.

1006 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1N8, Canada Get directions

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CA$20–30

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"Red Fish Blue Fish, a casual harborside institution built out of shipping containers, serves up superlative fish and chips, chowder, and fish tacos using only sustainable seafood. It’s always busy, always noisy, and always worth the (always lengthy) wait. Though there are three kinds of fish and chips (plus tempura-battered oysters and chips), go for the classic halibut—you won’t regret it. The wild salmon tacone, stuffed inside a flour tortilla with coleslaw, pea shoots, and lemon-pickled onions, is also fabulous. And the chowder, chock full of Pacific white fish, comes with a chipotle-coconut kick." - Liz Humphreys

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Saeed B.

Google

The "pacific cod fish&chips" with a cup of chowder was good. Also, we ordered "grilled halibut on salad" and we liked it. The staff are very friendly. This place has a nice outdoor bar sitting area where you can watch the mooring whale-watching boats in an afternoon waiting for tomorrow's adventure.

H D

Google

This is a self-serve restaurant, and we stopped by for lunch on a Monday. There was a pretty long line, and we ended up waiting about 20–25 minutes to order. Seating is limited to outdoor high benches and chairs, so during busy times it can be hard to find a spot. Fortunately, we managed to grab seats for two right after ordering. We tried the chowder and the grilled salmon on salad—both were very good.

Deer Moose

Google

Love it! One of the most memorable fish and chips I’ve had for sure. Everything is freshly made. Batter is very light and fluffy, and the fish was very well seasoned. The halbut was very smooth flakey, while the cod was very pleasantly firm. Grilled salmon and salad had very well-balanced seasoning. Loved how they had the right amount of acid for the coleslaw as well. I would recommend coming on the weekdays, or come at a none lunch time during the weekends because of the queue.

Alina Medvedeva

Google

Great spot in a perfect location with an absolutely amazing view. We had to wait about 20–30 minutes, but it was totally worth it. The food was fresh and delicious - we had the fish and chips, grilled salmon, and tuna, and everything was cooked perfectly. Would definitely come back!

Diana Lee

Google

I visited Victoria for work. My boss recommended this place as “must try” in Victoria. Even he asked me to get two of 1 litre chowder haha. I love cod fish and chips. And it was REAL GOOD fish and chips. I think it is the best actually. Also, I was wondering how good the chowder is, so my boss wanted 2 litres. And after try it.. no wonder.. it is amazing! Coconuty tomato soup + corn + and little touch of spicy 👍 I would like to go to Victoria just for chowder. If you order fish and chips, PLEASE order a cup of chowder and dip it in the soup. 😉👍 SO GOOD. The staffs are also kind and friendly. I love this place!!!

Michelle Griffith

Google

Absolutely amazing. Food was perfection. Got the one piece Halibut with fries. Probably the best fish and chips I've had, with beautiful Victoria as the backdrop. Lines can be long but it moves quickly.

ali mousavi

Google

Wow! What a spot! We came to Red Fish Blue Fish during our visit to Victoria and it totally exceeded our expectations. The cod and chips were absolutely spectacular — crispy outside, soft and fresh inside. We also tried the grilled salmon salad and fish taco wrap, everything was super fresh and full of flavor. And that ocean view while eating? Just perfect. Simple, clean, delicious food with a good vibe.

Mo Wu

Google

Excellent food. Visited here 3 times in 2 days. Love the fish and chips. Crispy and fresh. The fish is chunky and juicy, and the fries are well done, not the saggy kind. Tuna tacones is nice as well. Chowder is quite different. It tastes like the thick version of Tom yum soup. The staff are very friendly even though they are busy. Highly recommend!