Just fantastic. This used to be our favourite restaurant. If it wasn't so far, we would probably come here every time we ate out, but that's just not possible!

Shrimp (Prawns) were pre-cooked and peeled out of a frozen food bag. Nice sauce, but the shrimp weren't fresh and for $30 they should have been. Herbs were freshly picked from the front garden. Desert: Chocolate Mouse was more like a Chocolate Moose. Very poor.

All the main courses are either $29 or $30 dollars. It's VERY overpriced for what you get. I ordered the lamb shank, which tasted like mutton, and it came with 1 carrot, 1 chunk of broccoli, and polenta. I would have been happy paying $16, but not $30. Oh well, we gave it a try, but won't go back.

It is a shame to save this restaurant only for special occasions. We love great food but most of the time it is served in fancy, fussy uncomfortable restaurants where we just don't relax. The greatest part of Markus' is that it feels like home with the best food ever! We can not be bothered to try and be something... More

We've had the utmost pleasure to dine at this wonderful establishment a few times, each time equally as impressive. Tatum is a terrific host and Markus a wonderful and talented chef. Tatum's knowledge of wine pairings is fantastic, always spot on in my opinion. The food is nothing short of spectacular. Most locally sourced and always fresh. If you are... More

I ate there twice last summer and the food was delicious. I had steak both times as I do not eat seafood, but I am told their seafood is delicious as well. I would call it casual fine dining. They have daily specials and I believe they are closed on Monday. The restaurant is very small, maybe 10 or twelve... More

We have been using Markus' place as our place of celebration for years. There was one minor incident years ago about salt in the soup. Apart from that we have enjoyed every bite of every meal. This is always good advice on wine-pairing. Tatum is a great hostess. If you are staying in Sooke, treat yourselves at least once to... More

This was our second trip to Sooke, and the main reason was to go back to Markus' again, went there 2 years prior, and made a point of going back on this trip. Once again, everything was absolutely wonderful. We all agreed again, that the food is the best we have ever had. Still thinking and talking about it!!

A memorable dinner experience all the way through. I actually booked it while being in India, planning a romantic getaway for my beloved; even though their website says that they don't accept reservations by email, they did in my case. Professional and friendly service, divine food, and perfectly matching wine were a part of the experience. The scallop/beet appetizer was... More