From The Fairmont Empress Best Nearby Brew Pub (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Victoria, BC Swans Brewpub (Nightlife - Brew Pub) 506 Pandora Ave Swans Suite Hotel and Brewpub, Victoria  BC  V8W 1N6 • 250-361-3310 Distance: ~0.790 km User Rating: 9.1666 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Housed in a renovated feed house dating from 1913, the soaring ceilings and ground-floor greenhouse make this one of Victoria's most unique pubs. The owner's extensive art collection is regularly on display, and there is live music five nights per week. The beers are delicious and all brewed on site. Try one with some fish and chips or bangers and mash. Canoe Brewpub, Marina & Restaurant (Nightlife - Brew Pub) 450 Swift St, Victoria  BC  V8W 1S3 • 250-361-1940 Distance: ~0.924 km User Rating: 7.5 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Right on the water, Canoe boasts a fabulous deck that's perfect for outdoor relaxing, nearly year-round. Inside, the beautifully restored brick building has soaring ceilings with skylights, hardwood floors and giant copper cauldrons where the house beers are brewed – try the "beer fleet" (five five-ounce samples) to find one that suits you. The food is a cut above, with options like harissa chicken salad, lamb shank with polenta, steamed mussels, and salmon with shrimp risotto. Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub (Nightlife - Brew Pub) 308 Catherine St, Victoria  BC  V9A 3S8 • 250-386-2739 • 877-838-2739 Distance: ~1.575 km User Rating: 6.25 / 10         Description: VICTORIA WEST. Overlooking the scenic Inner Harbour, Spinnakers opened in 1984 and remains a Victoria favorite. The beers are brewed in small batches on-site, so they change frequently. Seasonal brews are featured as well. Adults may enjoy their ales and lagers in the Taproom upstairs, where someone is always ready for a game of darts or pool. If you're looking for a more family-friendly atmosphere, try the restaurant on the main floor. You'll find an excellent selection of lunch and dinner options, and the same fine beers. Be sure to check out their Provisions store, which stocks Spinnaker's Malt Vinegar, along with a variety of deli items, baked goods and candies, all made on the premises. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.