Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 646 reviews

What Dana Spoelstra doesn't like about James Bay Inn Pub:
Unfortunately we experienced an extremely rude waitress that caused us to get up and walk out. After six adults spent $1K staying at the attached Inn we were harassed from the moment we tried to sit for lunch. Her poor tone and attitude at several ofour party members was crazy considering we were a quiet and respectful group. Everyone in Canada was so nice all week but sheobviously didn?t want our business. I?ve neve... View all feedback. What Graham Tranter likes about James Bay Inn Pub:
We have been visiting JBI for years, on a weekly basis when the Sunday Night Football season is in play. Its definitely a pub where many of the faces are the same locals who come daily or weekly. They make possibly the best dry ribs in town. Prices are reasonable. The serving staff (whom we have also known for years) have our table at the ready and the bar tender always know what drinks we want to start with. Parking... View all feedback.

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Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 426 reviews
Amanda/Mark
14.01.2024 - 21:39

Had a great time. The alcohol prices were so reasonable. The service was awesome. The food was really good. The fries were hot and delicious. I had the BLT but...

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gelli
14.01.2024 - 21:39

We've been coming here for years and the food and service have always been great. Like everywhere else, they have been faced by increased prices, and so you can...

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Graham
14.01.2024 - 21:39

We have been visiting JBI for years, on a weekly basis when the Sunday Night Football season is in play. Its definitely a pub where many of the faces are the sa...

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John
14.01.2024 - 21:39

The best neighborhood local in Victoria, the JBI is the true embodiment of everything a neighbourhood local should be. The food is great, with a nicely updated...

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Janis
14.01.2024 - 21:39

We love this place! The food is always good here (try the sweet potato fries), Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. This is our 'go to ' place.

Restaurantji
4.4 ★ from 141 reviews
Shawn
13.02.2024 - 15:50

We have been there several times in the past few months and today was extra disappointing. We have had this server a few times , but she was more forgetful toda...

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Matthew
13.02.2024 - 15:50

Loved every second, the service was so warm it was wonderful. Thank you Skye! The food, no question as to just how tasty it was. The menu prices can't be beaten...

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Rokaly
13.02.2024 - 15:50

Wonderful comfortable eatery in a historic building in James Bay Area of Victoria presents with good variety of menu offerings. We enjoyed Halibut and chips ser...

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Cole
13.02.2024 - 15:50

Good food, decent pub atmosphere, cozy. Not insanely loud or busy from my experience.

Randy
13.02.2024 - 15:50

Came in with my fiance to meet a friend. The drinks were great, the atmosphere was nice and pleasant , and the staff were quick and friendly. We will be going b...

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Sirved
4.1 ★ from 79 reviews
F52
20.01.2024 - 20:28

Good little breakfast. There was only one cook on sunday which made the waiting time a little longer. The staff were extremely welcoming.

Dana
20.01.2024 - 20:28

Unfortunately we experienced an extremely rude waitress that caused us to get up and walk out. After six adults spent $1K staying at the attached Inn we were ha...

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Karen
20.01.2024 - 20:28

What a wonderful surprise to find this place right in my hotel! I didn't even have to slip on a jacket. The lox and bagel were SO good that I literally had it e...

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Carey
20.01.2024 - 20:28

Can't say enough great things about this hotel! Immaculately clean. Roy at the desk was a gem. Dinner in the bar was great with friendly conversation, and they...

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MIke
20.01.2024 - 20:28

Nice old place in the heart of James bay 10 min walk from down town no line up big and roomy ordered a full candaron breakfast first bite amazing. Tastes like h...

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Zomato
3.6 ★ from 38 reviews

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