hey happy has chill vibes from the moment you walk in. exposed brick, big front windows, and fun…read moretiered wooden seating give it a cosy but open feel. there's a steady rhythm of quiet chatter and keyboard tapping, lots of beanies and toques, plenty of laptops out, and a young hipster crowd settling in for long stretches. i grabbed a table with a little card that read "sanitized," which was a small but appreciated touch. i ordered the apple pie matcha, house apple pie syrup, ceremonial grade matcha, topped with cinnamon sugar dust. honestly, i wasn't a fan of the apple pie syrup. it leaned a bit artificial, sweetened with honey and overpowered the drink for me. that said, the matcha itself tasted good, but subtle, smooth, earthy, and decent quality. temperature wise it was more on the tepid side than properly warm, which didn't help. i'd probably try their strawberry matcha latte next time. i also got the hashbrown with herb mayo and added a soft poached egg. it comes as a tiny square, hard and crunchy on the outside with a solid crisp. when cut into, the yolk was cooked nicely with a soft jammy ooze that coated the hashbrown. the herb mayo added a creamy, savoury boost and brought extra flavour to each bite. overall, hey happy is a solid place to hang or work for a few hours. great seating setup options, relaxed atmosphere, and a crowd that makes it feel effortlessly cool.

If you were to get one item here, get the black sesame latte, it's the best!!…read more The matcha and sandwiches were very enjoyable too!

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.

An amazing amusement park full of tea!…read more I've never seen so many teas offered, with such an outstanding variety and creativity of tea blends. Even if tea is not your cup of tea you can't help but be amazed with Murchies. There's plenty of coffee varieties as well as very nice accessories and gifts...and that's just the retail area. The tea, coffee, bakery treats, plus breakfast and lunch items are extensive. The specialty tea and coffee drink creations are truly inspired. Deliciousness awaits you at Murchie's.

Have always loved visiting Murchies on every visit to Victoria. However, this time my visit was not…read moreso pleasant. We were there on a not so busy Thursday afternoon for a quick afternoon snack and tea. I ordered a bruschetta and mom ordered a blueberry tart and we both ordered earl Grey tea. As soon as we set our trays and was about to eat, we noticed a mouse running through the seating area (fairly without fear, probably in search of food). I immediately lost my appetite. However because I was starving I took a bite of my bruschetta. It tasted hard as a rock. The blueberry tart though was pretty good, mildly sweet and perfect. However couldn't really spend a lot of time here since the mouse was running around even with all the tables being filled with humans.

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!

Duo is a small coffee shop tucked into the Inn at Laurel Point. On the first morning of my stay I…read moreopened yelp to find a good coffee shop nearby as I always assume hotel coffee shops are a little lackluster. But, since the next closes thing was a ways away and duo got great reviews, I decided to give it a shot. I'm very glad I did because it is excellent. I especially want to mention the beautiful (and delicious) pastries and deserts offered here. Everything baked in house daily. We tried (over a few days!) the savory danish, breakfast sandwich, the pan au chocolate, and the almond croissant, and all were delightful. The coffee and tea options we tried were also delicious. I noticed several local regulars come in here too, which is always a good sign.

Came in for a cup of coffee and to meet up with my daughter. I was greeted to Steely Dan playing on…read morethe sound system and by a nice staff member. The coffee wasn't hot, but it was tasty. The thing I love is a cafe where the sun shines in the winter. This is it. The mall where it is located is drab. Well, no, not drab. Actually it is a nice mall as far as malls go. I just don't like malls. This cafe doesn't have that mall feel. The sun changes everything. All is right with the world.

Extremely rude employee expected a tip after the rude service coffee tasted like water and…read moreexpensive would not recommend

10/10 in every way！！！！ The latte was amazing, smooth and…read morethick. I loved the smell. Granola bowl was awesome as well. They looked busy all the time. Thank you for wonderful time.

Tasty coffee, I had an iced oat milk latte. Pastries are fresh and oh-so-delicious! Blueberry-lemon…read morescone, triple berry scone, almond croissant, chocolate croissant, ham and swiss croissant, and spinach feta croissant-- everything was amazing! Highly recommend.

Nice community cafe with good coffee. Nothing fancy but nice comfy vibes. Will be coming backread more

I live in Victoria and this is one of my favourite cafes. I love all that they offer, service is…read morefantastic and food is always tasty. No surprises here, I would definitely recommend this place to anybody visiting BC

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!

A small place with an even smaller crew churning out delicious plates and lattes (both coffee and…read moretea) left and right! Loved the veggie forward meals and the bacon and sausage add ons were fantastic! They have local makes for sale in their back cafe and I didn't taste anything of our plates and drinks that wasn't fresh and flavorful. Will add to our "To Do in Victoria every time" list

In a house that's old but oh so sweet, Nourish serves up…read morebrunch that's hard to beat. From cashew cheese on warm seeded bread, To risotto that's perfect and so well-spread. The kale salad with beets is a delight, Healthy and fresh, it's pure food bliss, right? With cashew cheesecake that's smooth and divine, Each bite is a treasure, a flavor so fine. But it's not just the food that'll win you over, It's the service that's warm and oh so proper. Chris, our waiter, made us feel like kings, As we dined on dishes that made our hearts sing. So come to this spot by the harbor's edge, Where heritage meets nourishment--let's pledge! For food that's fresh and flavors that last, Nourish Kitchen & Cafe's simply the best!

Fernwood is quickly becoming my favorite neighborhood in Victoria--it's so charming with vintage…read morevibes. Little June is the cutest corner coffee shop, offering a great selection of pastries and sandwiches (which I'll definitely come back to try!). The lattes and coffees are also noticeably cheaper than many other cafes around here, which was such a pleasant surprise. The space is modern, bright, and perfect for a casual date or even getting some work done. Definitely check out this adorable cafe and explore the nearby shops!

Little June has been on my list of cafes for a long time, and I'm so pleased I finally got to…read moreexperience it! We were passing by and decided to take a break before getting back on our bikes. Little June is a charming coffee shop serving breakfast, brunch, and pastries/baked goods. Fernwood coffee is also available here. We ordered an iced latte and an iced London fog. My particular favourite was the iced latte. I believe they utilize Earl Grey powder for their London fog, and I was pleasantly pleased by how wonderful it tasted. It was unusual because I was not used to the powder but rather the tea bags. The host at the cashier was really kind and provided wonderful service. They have tons of seatings. I loved how open and airy the space was! I'll have to try their brunch the next time I visit. I highly recommend this cute little spot!