This is always one of my favorite stops in Metchosin! I fancy My Chosen Pizza a LOT! We got three…read moreof them, including a gluten-free pie for our friend who needed that. We got a combo pizza where we split it in half to get enough various toppings to please everyone. I got a pizza with pepperoni, sausage, and jalapeño, which was delicious. I like that they use pickled jalapeños here instead of the fresh ones. They are not quite as hot, but this batch was pretty spicy. The pizza is well cooked, but also warms up well for dinner as we had enough to eat it three more times. It's a great location, right on the corner and the staff is super friendly and very helpful. It was nice to see some young people working here. They were very kind.

We finally made it to My Chosen Café,, there was a bit of a lineup to get a table, but then we saw…read morethat there's a bakery/ice cream place as well as a petting zoo! How cool!!! So quaint. Plus, there's also pizza... you can order pizza and eat at one of their picnics tables Once seated, we ordered the fish tempura burger and it was so good! The salad as well as the mashed potatoes were very good! It's hands-down one of the best fish burgers we've ever had. The service was great. The staff were attentive, kind, and genuinely seemed to enjoy what they do. Even with a busy crowd, we never felt rushed or overlooked. The atmosphere at My Chosen Café is cozy, welcoming, and full of character. Just be prepared to wait a little... and enjoy every second of it. It's worth it

So found this little "treasure" on our way to Sooke Provincial Park. It's an absolute must to stop…read morein! Everything is hand made and with the best ingredients. We stopped initially for a quick ice cream bar but these were no DQ bars, they are completely hand made with unique flavours. At $6.00 each they are a touch pricey but totally worth it. In our 1 week stay in the area, we made a point to stop by everyday they were open. BYW the drinks and coffees were a 5/5 as well!. They also used biodegradable straws, cups and spoons. Cool to see a little operation be environmentally conscious...

Enjoyed the ice cream bars, handmade ice cream sandwiched between delicious cookies. Walked down to…read morethe water while eating. Service was good.

We stumbled upon this coffee shop near Victoria/Sooke. The owner restored this 1968 VW bus into an…read moreespresso mobile. It was such a cute setup in the wagon with great freshly ground coffee. The owner/barista was also really friendly and gave us tips on how to get to where we were going. Overall, great vibe, good coffee, and amazing service. Highly recommend you go there if you're ever in the area.

I brought my husband here for his first time ever having a traditional tea experience…read more Unfortunately, at the time we had a bit of a crisis that was happening at home and it was hard for us to sit and just enjoy our meal because we were dealing with a crisis, however, the server was so sweet and genuine and understanding about us being somewhat distracted. Despite our side quest, my husband still told me he enjoyed every second of that tea lunch and had a great time. They do a really good job about decorating it making it feel very authentic, and the tea was delicious and they really went above and beyond to explain everything that we were receiving. I would definitely go back!

What a delightful gem in James Bay! Piggy and Paisley instantly caught our eye with its adorable…read moreflying pig décor and modern British charm -- it's cozy, stylish, and full of personality. The space feels warm and welcoming, clearly a local favorite. We were greeted by the lovely owner herself, a friendly local woman who took the time to chat with us, which made our visit feel all the more personal. There's also a small boutique inside that's thoughtfully curated -- don't miss their fun fidget collection. And the coffee? Excellent. Smooth, rich, and brewed just right. Whether you're grabbing a drink or browsing the boutique, the whole vibe is relaxed and inviting. We'll definitely be back. If you find yourself in James Bay, this place is a must-visit!

We love to call in at Road to Sooke for great "Stick in the Mud" coffee and a tasty home made…read moresnack, but had never tried their take out menu. Well all that changed during our covid lockdown and we were not disappointed! Wow, the "stay at home at Dad" pierogies were amazing and the Gnocchis with Brussels sprouts a perfect accompaniment. We also took a potato bread home, great fresh, but also perfect toasted for our Sunday bacon and egg brunch. Give this delightful team a try, they are passionate about producing top quality eats!

Saint cecillia is the best coffee shop in Victoria in my opinion. I really liked their drink,…read moreambience and service. What I got: Matcha latte Matcha latte flavor was strong and form was just perfect. Very bold and so delicious. I had it without any sugar, I really wanted to enjoy matcha latte itself. The same quality as what I had in japan. Excellent latte. Kanelbullar - Cardamom bun, cinnamon sugar filling. Dough was very soft and chewy. I really enjoyed this item, too. I love their ambience and recommend to sit counter bar on the second floor. I will revisit here on the next Victoria trip!

Food - ok matcha + yuzu i thought was going to be weird but i wanted to give it a try and the 5…read morestars is literally because i loved this drink so much i would go back here just for this drink. one of my fav matcha drinks ever. Service - friendly. we got our stuff to go, so not a whole lot to experience in our short trip. Ambiance - very cute area. lots of people chilling and hanging out for a while.

The coffee was delicious as was the peanut butter oat bar. There is indoor and outdoor seating. We…read moreenjoyed the atmosphere. Service was friendly.

As Dave from Stick in the Mud wanted to stick with roasting and selling coffee, he sold the cafe to…read morea community co-op. Named after the former Postal Code for Sooke (and one of the Stick's signature coffees), Cafe Vosino has opened in the cafe's space. And everything is pretty much the same. The same decor. The same staff. The same furniture. And a very similar menu. So yes, you can still get your eggamajigs, lattes named after beaches, and some of the best drip coffee you can get on the island.

I was originally hesitant on visiting Duo Cafe Bakery since it's located inside a hotel and I…read morefigured it would be a typical food service-esque bakery. Then I read the reviews - the best croissants (or at least in the top two) in Victoria? Of course I had to give them a try before riding the ferry back out to the US. Bacon Cheddar Chive Scone ($6.50) - Woah so much filling in this scone. Many other scones and biscuits promise big flavor but disappoint with only a smallest imaginable amount of non-carbs added. This one, on the other hand, must have more bacon, cheddar, and chive than flour on the ingredients list. It's literally chock filled, no bite goes through with an entire mouthful of the flavorful combination of cheesy, salty and meaty bacon and fresh chive. It's all evenly distributed throughout, ensuring a consistent flavor with each bite. The cheese are small flecks inside rather than larger pools of cheese. The scone dough itself is also excellent, being extremely moist and fluffy on the interior while developing a great hard crust on the exterior. I believe they also sprinkle grated cheese on the outside of the scone which is caramelized into a speckled pattern while baking to give even more oomph. (5/5) Twice Baked Chocolate Almond Croissant ($7.25) - The chocolate is confined to one side of this excellent twice baked croissant. They spare no expensive, melting an entire layer of valrhona chocolate in a pocket on the bottom, and then slather the entire thing with several layers of an excellent sweet almond frangipane. The double bake gives a shatteringly crisp texture that makes me want more. I normally prefer traditional almond croissants but this one is excellent. I think I actually prefer this one over the more famous one from Bakery Noveau in Seattle. (5/5) It's almost impossible to determine actual croissant lamination technique and quality from a twice baked croissant, but on this visit, we wanted something a bit more decadent to tide us over until we arrived back in Port Angeles for a late lunch. I'll definitely be returning to Duo Café Bakery next time I'm in Victoria to give their regular croissants a try!

Homemade chai! Unsweetened! So tasty!…read more If you want a huge croissant, they have them! They also have a soup of the day and light sandwiches. Service by the barista was excellent. Enough seats inside and outside but not enough if there is a huge crowd!