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Check out this all all-day breakfast and lunch restaurant that is a local favorite with a great selections including Huevos Rancheros, Green Eggs and Ham, Brioche French Toast and Red Velvet Pancakes. Located at 542 Herald Street. Phone 778.440.4489.

Featured on the Food Network's "You Gotta Eat Here", Shine is known for their gourmet approach to breakfast - check out this all-day breakfast and lunch local favorite. Located at 1320 Blanshard Street. Phone: (250) 595 2134.

Born of a longtime frienship, and a desire to serve excellent food to friends, foodies, hipsters, families, retirees and everyone in between, Mo:Lé Restaurant has grown from a simple eatery into an institution in just a few years. When seasonally possible we source from local and organic farms, Mo:Lé serves creative and lovingly prepared food, made for all tastes and eating philosophies (vegans and raw foodies included).

Celebrating their 120th anniversary this year, Murchie's is the perfect stop for a cup of tea or fresh roasted coffee. 1110 Government St (250) 383-3112

Two downtown locations (Chinatown & The Atrium). Habit was founded on the idea that coffee can be better – not just in terms of a drinkable product, but in terms of every step that coffee takes from seep to cup. Before ever building a location or making a menu, we worked hard to find partners that share our vision of ethical, responsible, and community-based business practices and a focus on quality in every detail.

A Victoria institution since 1956. 718 Fort Street (250) 385-1012

537 Johnson Street (250) 381-8414. You can also get Willie's baked goods at the Museum Cafe in the Royal BC Museum.

Fresh organic teas, skin and body products. Perhaps you have time for a "foot & hand pamper" in their Chinatown location or sit in on a demo & tasting at the Victoria Public Market location.