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MAIIZ NIXTAMAL

(4.8 Score)
540 Fisgard Street,
Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 Directions

Since 2020

Specialities:

✓Grilled Cactus Tacos ✓Huitlacoche Tacos ✓Grasshoppers Tacos ✓Chicken Tinga Tacos ✓Mushroom Tacos ✓Beef Barbacoa Tacos ✓Grilled Cactus Quesadilla ✓Huitlacoche Quesadilla ✓Chicken Tinga Quesadilla ✓Cheese Quesadilla ✓Mushrooms Quesadilla ✓Beef Barbacoa Quesadilla ✓Grasshoppers Quesadilla ✓Chanterelle Mushroom Quesadilla ✓Grilled Cactus Chilaquiles ✓Beef Barbacoa Chilaquiles ✓Mushrooms Chilaquiles ✓Chicken Tinga Chilaquiles ✓Chanterelle Mushrooms Chilaquiles ✓Grilled Cactus Pozole ✓Beef Barbacoa Pozole ✓Chicken Tinga Pozole ✓Mushrooms Pozole ✓Tortilla Soup ✓Chanterelle Mushrooms Pozole ✓Chips ✓Masa Dough ✓Hominy ✓Dine-in ✓Takeout ✓Reservations

"Maiiz Nixtamal's mission is to provide education and resources on the importance of nixtamalization, corn, and culture, actively working towards sharing this practice with all people. Israel Alvarez Molina is the chef of this restaurant and envisioned using his skills to bring the experience of Nixtamalized Corn to his new home. The restaurant offers takeout and delivery and is wheelchair accessible. They offer happy hour specials and a private dining room to have a lovely dining experience with their loved ones. Maiiz Nixtamal offers outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi to enhance the dining experience. They accept various payment options, including cash, debit cards, and Apple Pay.

2026 Highlights: MAiiZ Nixtamal is a Mexican restaurant, gastroteca, and tortilleria in Victoria's Chinatown. Chef Israel Alvarez Molina uses traditional Mesoamerican nixtamalization techniques with certified organic corn grown in British Columbia. The restaurant prepares tortillas, tamales, chips, salsas, and Mexican dishes in-house, with vegetarian and gluten-free options."

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Tasting Victoria Best Mexican Award in 2024
YAM Magazine Best Latin Award in 2024 and 2022
YAM Magazine Producer of the Year Award in 2022
Douglas Magazine 10 to Watch in 2021

Menu:

Tacos
Grilled Cactus Tacos $19.00
Huitlacoche Tacos $22.00
Grasshoppers Tacos $8.00
Chicken Tinga Tacos $19.00
Mushroom Tacos $19.00
Beef Barbacoa Tacos $20.00
Botanas Appetizers
Esquites $8.00
Chips & Salsa & Cream $6.50
Quesadillas
Grilled Cactus Quesadilla $20.00
Huitlacoche Quesadilla $20.00
Chicken Tinga Quesadilla $19.00
Cheese Quesadilla $12.00
Mushrooms Quesadilla $19.00
Beef Barbacoa Quesadilla $20.00
Grasshoppers Quesadilla $19.00
Tamales
Huitlacoche Tamal $11.00
Ground Beef Tamal $12.00
Refried Beans Tamal $10.00
Chicken Tinga Tamal $11.00
Tortas Tamal
Torta Huitlacoche Tamal $17.00
Torta Refried Beans Tamal $14.00
Torta Chicken Tinga Tamal $17.00
Torta Ground Beef Tamal $18.00
Chilaquiles
Grilled Cactus Chilaquiles $20.00
Beef Barbacoa Chilaquiles $20.00

Contact:

(778) 433-1544

Mon & Tue: 11 am - 8:30 pm
Wed: Closed
Thu: 10:30 am - 9 pm
Fri: 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
Sat: 10:30 am - 10 pm
Sun: 10:30am - 7pm

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11+ YEARS ON TBR
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TACOFINO

(4.7 Score)
760 Pandora Avenue,
Victoria, BC V8W 1N9 Directions

Since 2009

Specialities:

✓Fish Taco ✓Crispy Chicken Taco ✓Yam Taco ✓Bean Taco ✓Tuna Taco ✓Steak Taco ✓Soy Curl Taco ✓Fish Burrito ✓Crispy Chicken Burrito ✓Vegetarian Burrito ✓Pork Burrito ✓Roast Chicken Burrito ✓Steak Burrito ✓Crispy Soy Curl Burrito ✓Nachos ✓Pork Gringa ✓Bean Gringa ✓Chicken Gringa ✓Tacos ✓Burritos ✓Bowls ✓Gringas ✓Meals; Vegan Meals; Gluten-free Options; Chips; Guacamole ✓Salsa ✓Soft Drinks ✓Dine-in ✓Takeout ✓Online Ordering ✓Delivery

"Tacofino is a bright and breezy new 40-seat corner spot. Staying true to their roots, they still use local, sustainable purveyors to create menus inspired by West Coast flavours with a Baja California influence. Each one of their locations offers a unique design with many potential spaces, so here you will find a suitable space for your company function, celebration, or rehearsal dinner. With different capacities, price points, and a comprehensive menu to choose from, you can create the right package for your needs. Their vegetarianism includes rice, black beans, cheese, sour cream, chipotle mayo, cabbage, and salsa. You can find them on Pandora Avenue between Douglas and Blanshard at the business lunch Mecca of downtown Victoria. Catering and Vegan options are available. Outdoor seating is also available here to enhance your dining experience.

2026 Highlights: A Mexican-inspired taqueria in downtown Victoria known for tacos, burritos, nachos, and creative flavour combinations. The menu includes fish, steak, chicken, pork, vegetarian and vegan options, with gluten-free selections available. The restaurant offers pickup ordering and delivery options."

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License #BC1002861

Menu:

Tacos
Ish Taco $8.50
Crispy Chicken Taco $8.50
Yam Taco $7.50
Bean Taco $6.50
Tuna Taco $9.00
Steak Taco $9.50
Soy Curl Taco $7.75
Burritos
Fish $17.00
Crispy Chicken $18.00
Vegetarian $14.00
Super Veg $14.75
Pork Burrito $16.00
Roast Chicken Burrito $18.00
Steak Burrito $19.00
Crispy Soy Curl Burrito $16.00
Nachos
Nachos $22.00
Gringas
Bean Gringa $6.50
Pork Gringa $7.50
Chicken Gringa $7.50

Contact:

(778) 406-1787

Mon-Sun: 11am - 11pm

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4+ YEARS ON TBR
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CAFE MEXICO

(4.6 Score)
1425 Store Street,
Victoria, BC V8W 3C6 Directions

Since 1985

Specialities:

✓Tacos Vegetarianos ✓Tacos Rajas ✓Tacos De Cochinita ✓Tacos De Barbacoa ✓Tacos Mexicanos ✓Asada ✓Blackened Tuna Taco ✓Tacos Cabo ✓Tacos Mazatlán ✓Tacos Caleta ✓Alambre Vegetariano ✓Alambre Pollo Asado ✓Alambre Carne Asada ✓Alambre De Camarón ✓Chile Relleno ✓Enchiladas Vegetarianas ✓Enchiladas De Pollo ✓Enchiladas De Barbacoa ✓Vegetariano Burritos ✓Chicken Tinga Burritos ✓Cochinita Burritos ✓Barbacoa Burritos ✓Camarón Burritos ✓Mexican Appetizers ✓Chips and Salsa ✓Guacamole ✓Street Corn ✓Churros ✓Cocktails ✓Tequila ✓Mezcal ✓Wine ✓Beer ✓Non-alcoholic Drinks ✓Dine-in ✓Takeout ✓Delivery

"Cafe Mexico offers an extensive mezcal and tequila bar with a rustic modern vibe in Victoria. They provide creative, modern Mexican dishes with an extensive tequila and mezcal bar. Their mission is to serve you food and drink in modern, creative, and traditional cooking styles. Their dishes meet the highest standards of quality, freshness, and seasonality. The house has over 100 bottles of mezcal and tequila, making it one of the largest Mezcal bars in Canada. Takeout and delivery services are available. Outdoor seating is also available here to enhance your dining experience. Happy hour specials are also available here to save you money. Cafe Mexico has a television and free Wi-Fi to have an entertaining dining experience. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and offers vegetarian options for its customers. They accept debit cards.

2026 Highlights: They provide a happy hour daily. The menu includes tacos, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, appetizers, and desserts."

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Menu:

Antojitos
Chips And Salsa $6.00
Chips, Guacamole And Salsa $11.50
Sopa De Tortilla $12.00
Street Corn $11.00
Queso Fundido $18.00
Taquitos Con Pollo $21.50
Poutine Mexicano $25.00
Ensalada
Ensalada De La Casa $15.00
Tacos
Tacos Vegetarianos $17.50
Tacos Rajas $18.00
Tacos De Cochinita $18.00
Tacos De Barbacoa $18.00
Tacos Mexicanos $18.00
Asada $18.00
Blackened Tuna Taco $18.00
Flour Tortilla Tacos
Tacos Cabo $19.50
Tacos Mazatlán $19.50
Tacos Caleta $19.50
Specialties
Alambre Vegetariano $29.00
Alambre Pollo Asado $32.00
Alambre Carne Asada $34.50
Alambre De Camarón $34.50
Chile Relleno $21.00
Enchiladas
Enchiladas Vegetarianas $20.50
Enchiladas De Pollo $22.50
Enchiladas De Barbacoa $23.50
Burritos
Vegetariano $21.00
Chicken Tinga $22.50

Contact:

(778) 265-7880

Mon-Fri: 3pm - 11pm
Sat & Sun: 2pm - 11pm

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MAIIZ NIXTAMAL REVIEWS

Really amazing little place! Walked in and was seated immediately. I'd read online that the portions were large so I got two singles instead (chicken tinga and barbacoa) as well as the esquites. The barbacoa was AMAZING! Next time, I'm going to try the duck. On the way back from the bathroom, I snapped a pick of their tortilla machine and was offered two fresh tortillas to try -- they were great! Would definitely come back.

Stopped at MAiiZ for lunch on our last day in Victoria and loved it! The staff were so friendly and welcoming, and the food was incredible. The duck and beef barbecue tacos were packed with flavor, and the homemade tortilla chips were amazing. Definitely a must-try when you’re in Victoria!.

The most amazing Mexican food and experience. We had the opportunity to try a big variety of dishes with 6 of us and every dish was incredible. Would definitely recommend and we will be coming back.

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TACOFINO REVIEWS

We planned part of our Victoria trip around this restaurant from excellent reviews and recommendations and it was so worth it. We ended up ordering way more food than the 2 of us could enjoy in an attempt to try various options. Absolutely left stuff in a food coma of bliss. The crispy chicken burrito, yam burrito, yam taco and fish tacos were just divine. The hard cider to accompany the meal was a perfect combo. Will definitely be back for more. Not a lot of free parking nearby so bare in mind to pay for your spot or expect an unpleasant surprise when you are back. Nothing abnormal for a downtown establishment.

This tuna taco will be joining me in my dreams for quite some time. Absolutely incredible! Expect a crowd during peak chow times. Order for pickup or inside dining then grab a spot at a table or bar. Service was super fast and friendly.

Great tacos, I had the crispy chicken and my wife had the ling cod. Love the chili oil on the crispy chicken taco. Friendly and quick service. Good location. Thanks for lunch.

CAFE MEXICO REVIEWS

I dropped by to order take out after their cut off time for take out orders. Ari was very accommodating, helped me with choosing the dishes and the spicy sauces. Food was amazing, and it was only surpassed by the staff's service. Next time, I will try to dine in.

Great atmosphere, and the place was packed. Our drinks were well done and reasonably priced. The service was solid and kept us with everything we needed to have a good time. The food was delicious, and there is something for everyone on the menu. It's a really fun place to be on a Saturday night.

After nearly a decade of living in Victoria and wanting to come here, I finally had the chance to go. I can’t believe it took me this long, and I wish it hadn’t. Easily a new fav.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MAIIZ NIXTAMAL Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Videos: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

TACOFINO Total Inspection Points: 112/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Menu Images: 9
Complete Info: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Pricing: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CAFE MEXICO Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Reviews Study: 8
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Online Order: 9
Pricing: 9
Videos: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10

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