Liv Café & Bistro

Our take

Louise Lu and Milton Rebello opened Liv in May 2025. Louise is the pastry chef and a ceramic artist: she designed the room, and her pottery is on display. Much of what's on the plate comes from the couple's farm in Saanich, Liv's Edible Gardens, which grows herbs, vegetables and edible flowers for the kitchen. The chicken and waffle is the dish they put front and centre.

Local tipClosed Mondays and Tuesdays, and dinner is Thursday to Saturday only. Go early if you want a pastry.

In our restaurant guide

A seasonal lunch, or dinner later in the week. Use the linked lunch, weekend brunch or dinner menu. They change with the season. Confirm today’s dishes with the restaurant. Read why, and what to order

Good to know

• Founded by chefs Louise Lu and Milton Rebello.Source
• Much of the produce comes from the restaurant's own farm in Saanich, Liv's Edible Gardens; the menu changes seasonally.Source
• Reservations are requests confirmed by email; parties over six should email.Source
• Runs special events such as a winemaker's dinner (Nov 8) and afternoon tea (Nov 15, 2026).Source
• Has a patio in front of the storefront on St. Patrick Street.Source

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