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Welcome to the Irish Times Pub, where excellent design and authenticity are at the heart of downtown Victoria's BEST IRISH PUB! Located at 1200 Government Street, the Irish Times Pub is home to 190 seats over two floors with 80 seats available on our patios, opening onto both Government Street and historic Bastion Square. Our concept goes far beyond mere architecture though. The Irish Times opened with everything it takes to make a pub successfully Irish, including authentic Live Irish music, 7 nights a week. The tradition of Ireland has also been extended to our menu, which has been developed on a philosophy of creating traditional Irish food and drink that is both contemporary and funky, showcasing
PRICE RANGE
US$7 - US$17
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner, After-hours, Drinks
CUISINES
Irish, Bar, Pub, Canadian
FEATURES
Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Live Music, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed January 2, 2023 via mobile

We got the poutin fries with pulled pork and the salt wings with a hot sauce on the side and it was all delicious, paired with a good local beer. Great place. Prices considering the amount of food they serve on every dish, were fair.

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed December 30, 2022

Really enjoyed the flights of beer that were offered to give us a "taste test" of some of the local microbrew/craft beers in the area. The pub area is expansive and fun place to walk around and look at all the historic pictures. Very festive...decorations (Christmas/New Years) and enjoyed the ambiance very much. We had the Salmon Chips and Seafood Chowder which we highly recommend.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 11, 2022 via mobile

Today I went with my family to Irish times pub in Victoria. We like going to pubs with the family as usually the kids menu is good value. So today we ordered four normal meals and a kid meal for our youngest, he really wanted...an adult menu but we insisted that he takes a kids menu. So we ordered the mini Mac and cheese, which has the same description as the adult menu. The cost is 14$ meanwhile the adult version is 18.95$. We were so surprised when they brought the meal. We mentioned it to the staff and they did take the Mac and cheese back at no cost, they even offered to give it to us for free. However, it didn’t change the fact that the whole thing was very disappointing. I will let you judge for yourselves in the photos.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 8, 2022 via mobile

We decided on a lunch here and were fortunate to get a booth on the left side of entrance near the window. Meals were pretty good, drinks were fine. Service was good. The tables and chairs are getting a little tired. Value is okay.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 1, 2022 via mobile

I have been coming to Irish Times for the last 16 years when I visit Victoria, it is a must visit each time I come. In my visits over the years they have yet to disappoint. I went mid week in November 22, and loved...my visit after a almost 5 years absence. I sat at the bar and the bartenders were very friendly and even let me order from the kids menu so that I wasn’t overly full since leftovers were not an option with my hotel. They have nightly music and when they started I was reminded how my spirit instantly lifts when you combine music, good drinks and mouthwatering food. Their Irish soda bread with real butter dipped in their amazing seafood chowder was a burst of flavor in the mouth. Followed with the kids version of the Shepherds Pie, fabulous. I highly recommend this as a must stop when visiting Victoria for the wonderful food, great service, and live music.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 18, 2022 via mobile

Such a great find in this beautiful old building. Like a trip to Ireland. We were there for lunch and had great food. Service was friendly and efficient. We had hoped to go back for music later that night.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed November 17, 2022

It was ok for a beer but the server did not know what a lager and lime was - I should have explained it better. Somewhat tired looking inside.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 5, 2022 via mobile

We had a very average meal at the Irish Times. I had better fish and chips in Victoria for sure! The Shepherd’s Pie was on the small side. However, the wait staff was attentive and the beer was good. Live music too. We wouldn’t return...for the food.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 4, 2022

This was a good restaurant. We ordered the Irish Stew and their staple burger (forgot the exact name), the burger had bacon and brie cheese on it which made it very good. The stew was well cooked with a hearty sauce that the kids enjoyed....Sitting outside on the patio on a nice sunny afternoon also was a plus. I recommend to give it a try.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 20, 2022

This is a quality Irish pub with good drinks and good food and great service. Food is very good and reasonably priced.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed September 20, 2022 via mobile

The poutine was soooo good! I went to have that Canadian dish. It was fantastic. I got bacon added. Sooooo good! Alex was our server, she was so friendly and very helpful! My mom got the chowder and it was delicious. The cocktails were great...too. I love that they were perfectly sweetened. 😊Got questions reach my at colognebuys.comMore

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 20, 2022 via mobile

Super busy place and we know why! The food and service are both spectacular! I ordered the poutine with a veggie burger as my protein, it was heavenly! Mr. Wonderful had their burger and was quite happy with it. This place was truly a great...find; Happy customers, delicious food, stellar service, lively location = a terrific time had by so many of us in their outside dining area. We will for certain return!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 14, 2022

We came in to have some live music and enjoy a brew. i know it sounds strange to visit an Irish establishment in Canada, but the area actually had a few Irish theme stores. Cool atmosphere and we enjoyed speaking with the singer during her...break. In a nice pedestrian area to walk around.More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed September 13, 2022

Great Irish pub. All 4 meals were delicious, especially my Irish Stew washed down with a Magner's Cider! Great service and overall value

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed August 21, 2022 via mobile

This is a great place! Friendly attentive staff with good food, music and cold beer! What's not to like? Shared a shepherds pie and it was delicious!

Date of visit: August 2022
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Response from Sunworshiper54 | Reviewed this property |
Like a lot of places, it has an outside patio so dog friendly outside.
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All ages are welcome up to 9pm when the band starts.
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We had two burgers ($15 each) and added bacon ($2.00) and cheese ($1.25) plus cheesecake for dessert ($8.95) and one scoop of ice cream ($2.95) and two ice teas ($7.00) all for a grand total of $54.77 with tax, no gratuity.
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Yes, Irish Times Pub offers takeaway services.

Irish Times Pub is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5