Sip, Savour and Mingle at the Empress

Moments unfold here—over shared plates, thoughtful pours, and easy conversation. From refined coastal dining at Q at the Empress to sunlit afternoons on The Veranda, morning rituals at The Bengal, the tradition of Tea at the Empress, artisanal offerings at Dash, and elevated in-room dining—each experience is shaped by place, season, and connection.

Breakfast in The Bengal

The Bengal Lounge returns to Fairmont Empress, welcoming guests back to one of Victoria’s most storied dining spaces.

Currently offering breakfast service, The Bengal Lounge provides a relaxed and elegant setting to start your day inside the iconic Castle on the Coast. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared morning favourites and attentive service in a space rich with history.

Located within Fairmont Empress in the heart of downtown Victoria, The Bengal Lounge is open to hotel guests and locals alike. Additional dining offerings will be introduced throughout the season.

Experience The Bengal

tea, pastries and champagne flutes set on a marble table

Tea at the Empress

A grand tradition for over a century, we have served England’s most beloved ritual of afternoon tea to famed royalty, celebrities and dignitaries alike. Reinvigorated in our timeless, sophisticated Lobby Lounge, Tea at the Empress will continue this quintessentially Victoria experience.

Mingle over Tea at the Empress

Q at the Empress

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.

Savour Q at the Empress

The Veranda

A beautiful patio, in a stunning location. This summer, enjoy a relaxing evening on The Veranda, an iconic piece of our hotel’s history overlooking breathtaking ocean views of the Inner Harbour.

Discover The Veranda

In-Room Dining

Delicious food, delivered right to your room. Choose from an extensive selection of comfort foods, tasty light meals and signature gourmet dishes.

Discover In-Room Dining