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Fairmont Empress

Sip & Savour

DINING

Savour authentic Pacific Northwest cuisine

Lasting memories with loved ones happen here—bite by bite, sip by sip, side by side. At Fairmont Empress, recently named the #1 City Hotel in Canada in the 2026 Travel + Leisure® World’s Best Awards for the second consecutive year, our award-winning chefs draw inspiration from iconic architecture and Pacific Northwest coastal luxury to create a dining experience uniquely Victoria.

Inspired by Fresh & Local Ingredients

Showcasing the best of British Columbia’s farmers and artisans, utilizing ingredients that pay homage to the Pacific Northwest.

Rich History Meets Modern Culinary

Q at the Empress brings you a dining experience shaped by the sea, the season, and the singular character of place. A refined raw bar and signature dishes celebrate the abundance of British Columbia and Vancouver Island’s fields and coastal waters. The menu is pristine, sustainable, and deeply expressive of place, with coveted harbour-views of Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Come and experience a contemporary tribute to tide, terroir, and tradition.

Tea at The Empress

For over a century, Fairmont Empress has upheld the grand tradition of afternoon tea, serving royalty, celebrities, and dignitaries. Enjoy this quintessential Victoria experience, now reinvigorated in our sophisticated Lobby Lounge, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury.

Featured offers

Discover Victoria with Fairmont Empress's Bed & Breakfast offer. Enjoy a restful stay and savour daily breakfast in Q or in the comfort of your room, all included in our best available rate.