Trying to pick a lunch spot in Victoria today is really a bit like throwing darts at a dartboard.
We really have no idea where to go.
As Merilynn has a thing for birds, especially herons, when the Heron Rock Bistro popped up on that search engine that has far too much power it was a sign.
It is not near a marsh, or a beach or park even. It’s in a low-rise condo actually.
Regardless, reviews online rave about the place. Location aside.
Inside we found ourselves in a warm, inviting environment with lots of friendly staff.
Just ignore most of the art in the walls.
Our friendly server, perhaps even a bit overly so, came along shortly after we were seated and informed us that everything here is made in house. Always a good sign to me. The menu also has some nice looking dishes on offer.
We decided to share two.
The crab cakes
Unlike a lot of crab cakes I’ve had, these ones were very light. Often they are very rich, but not these Dungeness crab and baby shrimp delights. Paired with a vinegraitte salad which brightend up all the flavours on the plate.
We also tried their Confit Duck wings.
These were awesome. Full of flavour, they had wonderfully varing textures. Mm juicy tender pieces while at the same time having bits with a bit of chew, almost like jerky. That looks like a big pile of wings, but it didn’t take long to eat them all.
One complaint. Yes, it’s confit. It’s going to be greasy. But it would be good if they drained a bit more grease off them before serving. The puddle left behind on the serving board and that leaked into the table was a little disturbing.
It’s a good thing I’m on cholesterol pills.
8/10