Stage Small Plates Wine Bar is situated in one of the oldest and most architecturally interesting neighbourhoods in Victoria, BC, and is home to a quaint square of 100 year old brick buildings, including the Cornerstone that houses Stage Small Plates Wine Bar, an open spaced hub of casual diners, wine connoisseurs and cocktail sippers. With a menu of small plates made for sharing, a well-sourced cheese list and 15, 20 wines by the glass dally, Stage is a favourite with locals, visitors and patrons of the live Belfry Theatre next door all vying for a place at the hopping bar constructed from old bowling lane maple. Local products are well represented from vegetable and poultry produce, breweries, wineries, and coffee roasters.more...See more text
This award-winning restaurant and wine bar is focused on creating a memorable dining and drinking experience for its guests. Foods are sourced locally and prepared in-house wherever possible and the commitment to quality can be tasted in every dish. The Stage charcuterie platter is made up of a chef's choice of high-quality meats and cheeses for just $26.
While Stage is best known for its substantial wine list and delicious small plate offerings, their whiskey list is curated with the same careful consideration and experience. They may not have the selection of a regular whiskey bar, but the bottles they do stock cover a wide range of styles, and each is a delicious choice. If your dining partner is more of a wine person, Stage offers the best of both worlds to keep you both satisfied.
The nearby Belfry Theatre inspired the name Stage Wine Bar, and the restaurant’s from-scratch menu is simply inspired. Depending on the season, you may find grilled Sooke trout or seared scallop risotto. Sweet teeth love the peanut butter chocolate bar with vanilla salt, berries and caramel. Local wines abound; on special occasions, select from the “Lock and Key” menu, where bottles range from a couple of hundred dollars up. Stage is generally loud, so maybe not the best choice for a romantic tête à tête, but a fun, energetic vibe before or after the show.