At Northern Quarter, you can enjoy live (often cover-free) music alongside drinks such as the Island Affair, made with Defender Island, a smoked rosemary gin distilled in BC. Urbanite is a swanky event put on by the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria–the evening celebrates the featured exhibition and pairs it with themed cocktails that you can sip while listening to live performances and dancing surrounded by fantastic art.

Victoria’s most popular weekly selection of local comics can be found in the comfy confines of The Mint restaurant. Week to week, the lineup changes, with headliners ranging from local legends such as Wes Borg and Sean Proudlove to touring comedians like Mike Delamont and Simon King. This show is the place to be, as evidenced by its regular sold out audiences.

West Coast cuisine meets Himalayan isn’t necessarily the first fusion that you’d think of, but that’s exactly what The Mint went for. Clearly it’s working. Opened in 2002, The Mint is well known in the city, and regardless if you think it’s too dark, or sometimes too loud, the one thing it does consistently well are the cocktails.

The Mint Downstairs is a cozy, after-hours venue that runs until 2am. Brick walls and low ceilings laced with string lights set an intimate and comfortable mood accompanied by flickering candlelight at each cozy table. Low-key DJ’s, live local talent and even an array of comedy nights often take to the stage and never disappoint.

The Mint has a casual café lunch spot upstairs but at night head into the basement for an Indian / Mediterranean inspired menu that delights not only the palate, but the wallet as well. The Mint is also one of the few spots in Victoria for quality late night dining that has loads of energy brought on by a DJ after 9 p.m.

The funniest way to spend a Wednesday is Phillips Comedy Night at The Mint!. Each week Morgan Cranny and Drew Farrance bring the most hilarious comedians in the city together for a wonderful evening of food, drink and fun!. Wildly popular and always new, Phillips Comedy Night is a hilarious night out.

Housed in a dark, windowless basement in a sketchy section of downtown Victoria, The Mint has been a popular restaurant and late-night hangout for more than a decade. Walk through the sidewalk's iron gate and down sparkled stairs, and you'll come to this 150-seat, Nepalese-…

Why You Need To Go: The perfect spot to celebrate your birthday with your gal pals. Glitter steps guide you down to a dimly lit, loud basement where you're guaranteed to polish a few pitchers of pimms and gossip about that girl dating your ex. Recommended: Naan pizza to share.

The Crooked Goose, Yates Street Taphouse, Veneto, The Mint, N48, Bodega, Tre Fantastico, The Guild, Pag’s, Lure. Someone even sent me a photo of a sidewalk sign out front of Brown’s the Florist: “Happy Hour Thursday and Friday, 4 to Close. Bouquets, Arrangements, Cut flowers.

The Mint employs several specialty chefs to prepare authentic and delicious international foods. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, but meat eaters aren't neglected. Start with badam sandheko – spicy roasted peanuts with ginger and cilantro.

Known for being at times too dark and other times too loud, we all know about those momos and Mint platters. What we may not know is they make a delight of a cocktail. Take a try with the Laughter in the Dark.

The Mint: Located underground on Douglas Street, The Mint offers a unique blend of Nepalese-inspired cuisine in a cool, laid-back environment. They’re open late, making it a great spot for after-hours eats.

The Mint employs several specialty chefs to prepare authentic and delicious international foods. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, but meat...