
Wind Cries Mary serves Coastal Vancouver Island seafood at 45 Bastion Square, with local sourcing and a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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- Address
- 45 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1J1, Canada
- Phone
- +12505908989
- Website
- windcriesmary.ca

Coastal Vancouver Island seafood and local sourcing
Coastal Vancouver Island seafood frames the kitchen, backed by local sourcing and signatures of fried chicken and tater tots. That mix suits diners who want a seafood-led dinner without a narrow order.
2026 Wine Spectator Award at 45 Bastion Square
Wine Spectator gave its Award of Excellence in 2026, and craft cocktails sit alongside the wine credential. The Bastion Square location works for late night plans in Victoria.
A Quick Peer Check
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Cries Mary | Coastal Vancouver Island Seafood | $$$ | , | Bastion Square |
| MARILENA | West Coast Seafood & Japanese Raw Bar | $$$$ | Chinatown | |
| Red Fish Blue Fish | Fresh Seafood Shack | $$ | Downtown | |
| Brasserie L'Ecole | Classic French Brasserie | $$$ | , | Chinatown |
| Nautical Nellies | Steak & Seafood | $$$ | Downtown | |
| Standard Pizza | Wood-Fired Neapolitan Pizza | $$ | , | Fernwood |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Wine Spectator
At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Rustic
- Low Profile Address
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Late Night
- Open Kitchen
- Historic Building
- Craft Cocktails
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Tuesday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Wednesday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Thursday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Friday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 3 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 3 PM–1 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dark and moody candlelit space with exposed brick walls creating a cozy, rustic cabin atmosphere.














