Il Greco Restaurant Victoria
⭐ Il Greco is known for Sultan Feast Platter and Chicken Tandoori Pizza.
🍕 Il Greco has been a familiar name on Victoria’s Gorge Road for years, but today the restaurant brings together Greek, Italian and South Asian cooking under one very eclectic roof.
Now fully halal, the enormous menu runs from longtime favourites like pizza, baked pasta, Calamari and tender Greek Lamb to Sultan Feast platters, kebabs, Lahori Goat Karahi and South Asian-inspired Chicken Tandoori and Reshmi Kebab pizzas. Those fusion pies have quickly developed a following of their own, while generous portions and warm hospitality make this an easy choice for families and groups who rarely agree on what they want for dinner. Add weekend brunch, an outdoor patio and a location just minutes from the Gorge Waterway, and the new chapter of Il Greco is considerably more than your typical neighbourhood pizzeria.
⭐ Il Greco Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Sultan Feast Platter
The generous mixed platter is one of the strongest recurring favourites, particularly for its assortment of well-seasoned kebabs and grilled meats.
Chicken Tandoori Pizza
Tandoori chicken, vegetables, jalapeño, cilantro and house sauce give this South Asian-inspired pizza a devoted following among customers looking for something beyond traditional pizza toppings.
Reshmi Kebab Pizza
Another fusion favourite, this generously topped pizza combines creamy seasoned kebab with onions, tomatoes, peppers and olives.
Greek Lamb Dinner
Slow-roasted lamb shank with rice, roasted potatoes, vegetables, pita and tzatziki earns particularly enthusiastic praise for its tenderness and flavour.
Calamari
Longtime and newer customers continue to single out the calamari, with recent diners praising it as a starter as well as part of a Greek dinner.
Baked Pasta
Il Greco's baked pasta remains a longtime favourite, with baked fettuccine and other variations earning praise from both dine-in and delivery customers.
Bread & Hummus
Warm bread with fresh, creamy hummus is a simple combination that gets surprisingly enthusiastic feedback from regular customers.
Kabli Pulao
Fragrant seasoned rice and tender meat make this South Asian speciality another standout among customers exploring the newer side of Il Greco's menu.
Lahori Goat Karahi
Richly seasoned goat served with rice and naan has impressed customers trying the dish for the first time, particularly for its tender meat and deep flavour.
🍽️ Dining Experience
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Three Cuisines Under One Roof
Greek and Italian favourites now share the menu with Pakistani and South Asian dishes, creating an unusually broad mix of pizza, pasta, souvlaki, kebabs, biryani and curries.
100% Halal
Il Greco is now a fully halal restaurant, with halal meats used throughout the menu and no pork served.
Alcohol-Free
Alcohol is no longer served, part of the restaurant's shift toward a fully halal and family-friendly dining experience.
Family Friendly
The relaxed dining room, large portions and exceptionally broad menu make Il Greco particularly well suited to families and mixed groups.
South Asian Fusion Pizza
Chicken Tandoori and Reshmi Kebab pizzas combine Il Greco's longtime pizza tradition with the flavours introduced under its newer ownership.
Generous Portions
Large platters, substantial Greek dinners, pizzas and rice dishes regularly leave customers heading home with leftovers.
Brunch
A newer breakfast and brunch menu adds pancakes, omelettes, French toast and other morning dishes on select days.
Special Buffets
Il Greco occasionally hosts buffet events and special celebrations, giving groups a chance to sample a broader selection of dishes at once.
Outdoor Patio
Patio seating provides an outdoor option during Victoria's warmer weather.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
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On-Site Parking
Parking is available at the restaurant, although customers have noted that spaces can be harder to find during busy periods.
Underground Parking
Additional underground parking has been introduced to help relieve the limited parking around the restaurant.
Gorge Road Location
The restaurant sits directly on Gorge Road West, making it convenient to reach from Victoria, Esquimalt and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Spacious Dining Room
The restaurant can accommodate families, larger groups and organized gatherings as well as smaller tables.
📍 Landmarks & Location
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Gorge Road
Il Greco sits along Gorge Road West, one of the main routes connecting central Victoria with the Gorge and Esquimalt areas.
Gorge Waterway
The scenic Gorge Waterway is nearby, with waterfront parks, walking paths and recreation areas spread along both sides of the inlet.
Gorge-Tillicum
The restaurant serves the Gorge-Tillicum area, where longtime residential neighbourhoods meet the busy Tillicum and Gorge Road corridors.
Uptown
Victoria's Uptown shopping district is a short drive away, making Il Greco convenient from both central Victoria and Saanich.
Downtown Victoria
The Gorge Road location is outside the busy downtown core while remaining only a short drive from central Victoria.
📱 Ordering Options
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Dine In
Settle into the casual dining room for Greek, Italian and South Asian dishes ranging from pizza and pasta to kebabs and curries.
Takeout
Pizza, pasta, Greek dinners, kebabs, curries and other menu favourites can be ordered to take home.
Delivery
Il Greco offers delivery, with customers regularly ordering everything from pizza and baked pasta to Greek platters and South Asian dishes.
Online Ordering
Customers can order Il Greco's extensive menu online for pickup or delivery.
Pizza Combos
Pizza packages combine pies with dishes such as baked pasta, Butter Chicken, Chicken Biryani, wings and salads for easy group ordering.
Group Platters
Large Greek and kebab platters make it easy to order a variety of meats, sides and accompaniments for the table.
Catering & Events
Il Greco accommodates catered meals and organized gatherings, with customers praising the restaurant's help planning menus and buffet-style events.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
A Restaurant in Transition
Longtime Il Greco customers have seen substantial changes under newer ownership, with the restaurant retaining Greek and Italian favourites while adding an extensive selection of Pakistani and South Asian dishes.
Kebabs Are Making a Name for Themselves
The newer grilled and tandoor dishes receive particularly strong feedback, with some customers returning specifically for the kebabs and mixed platters.
Fusion Pizza Has Serious Fans
Chicken Tandoori and Reshmi Kebab pizzas have become standouts, especially among customers familiar with South Asian-style pizza who appreciate the generous toppings and familiar flavours.
Lamb Gets Plenty of Love
From slow-roasted lamb shank to kebabs and chops, lamb dishes inspire some of the restaurant's most enthusiastic customer comments.
Hospitality Stands Out
Friendly, thoughtful service is a recurring theme, with individual servers and the owners frequently praised for making diners and groups feel welcome.
Excellent for Groups
Generous portions, a huge menu and successful buffet events make Il Greco particularly popular for family meals, workplace gatherings and celebrations.
Consistency Can Vary
While many customers rave about the food, recent reviews also show occasional inconsistencies in preparation, service and individual dishes.
Old and New Il Greco Have Their Fans
Some longtime customers miss elements of the restaurant before its ownership and menu changes, while others enthusiastically embrace the new halal menu and expanded South Asian offerings.
