Lakes Restaurant in Victoria, BC, stands out as a charming Canadian eatery, where the quality of food and service creates an inviting atmosphere for diners. Located at 4670 Elk Lake Dr, this restaurant has received praise for its consistent delivery of hearty American and Canadian cuisine. Customers like Katie Grant underscore the excellent service, noting how attentive the staff can be even for larger groups. The menu is a delightful blend of comfort food and delightful flavors, with highlights including the Baked Spaghetti & Meatballs and the Blackened Cajun Salmon, each priced reasonably. The salmon dish, praised by customers like Darlene Tychansky for its wonderful flavors, showcases the restaurant's emphasis on fresh ingredients and thoughtful preparation. For those seeking shareable options, the Jumbo Chicken Wings and Calamari are popular items that add to the communal dining experience. Reviewers frequently highlight the clean and modern decor, along with a well-selected beer menu, which adds to the relaxed ambiance. Ghost Inthemachine notes the consistent quality of dishes, recommending favorites like the burgers and chicken parmesan. While not located directly by a lake, Lakes Restaurant offers a cozy dining experience that makes it a worthwhile stop for those in search of great food and service in Victoria.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Has great wine list
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Lakes Restaurant
Katie Grant
May 25,2025
Excellent service! We had reserved a table of 12 and the waitress was excellent and attentive. Food and drinks were good too!
R Morgan
Apr 25,2025
Very happy withe food quality and service. Good selection of beer. Too bad they didnt have Twa Dogs beer as the Brewery is around the corner from them. Look forward to trying their stake dinner special.
Ghost Inthemachine
Mar 14,2025
If you're looking for good Canadian/American style food, this place is well worth checking out. I haven't been disappointed even once with their food. I can vouch personally for the burgers, beef dip, chicken parmesan and Monte Cristo. They were all very good and consistent from one visit to the next. It's not a fancy place, but it's clean and modern. Extra bonus, they stay open past 9PM. Near Commonwealth pool.
Darlene Tychansky
Mar 4,2025
Sorry, I forgot to take photos when it arrived. Presentation was great. Salmon was wonderful and such great flavors. Cream of mushroom soup was full of mushrooms and flavor. Pasta had lots of shrimp and scallops.
B.A. Prasath
Mar 2,2025
Small diner type Cafe with a bar. Good brunch menu & had the lunch special, which was delicious. Hence the 5 star rating. Though its called The Lake, don't expect a lake view. There is a lake close by though.
Donna
Feb 26,2025
Newly renovated and rebranded The Lakes restaurant is a nice spot to stop in and enjoy a delicious meal. Prices were fair. We received exceptional table service. Thank you Heather for a pleasant experience.
Erin McKim
Feb 13,2025
A hidden gem in Royal Oak! Must try, whether you stop in for a beer to check out the game or bring the whole family out for a delicious feast! Situated in the newly renovated and renamed Holiday Inn(formerly HoJo) situated 2 minutes walk from Commonwealth Center, the Lakes Lounge offers tasty pub fare options alongside fine dining, kids menu and delectable desserts. Choose a comfy booth in either the lounge (19) or dining room. or grab a chair at the brand new MASSIVE wooden wrap-around bar that has to be seen to believe. Friendly staff make you feel at home and newly renovated everything gives a fancy feel without the fancy prices. Definitely worth a visit! Bring the kids... or don't! Either way you'll enjoy your visit at the Lakes Lounge.
Don Adlam
Feb 9,2025
We had the Cajun chicken quesadilla, and its excellence was only overshadowed by that of our server, Alice. Highly recommended.
Reviews For Lakes Restaurant