I absolutely love this place! They have amazing coffee and wonderful drinks…read more The black bean brownie was out of this world!! The apple cake was also delicious. The staff here was so kind and lovely and the outdoor terrace was a beautiful place to enjoy our coffee I would love to return the next chance I get!

The Nest Cafe is such a great coffee shop! I love their baked goods, especially the carrot cake…read moremuffin, it's so moist and delicious. They also have an amazing drink selection. My favourites so far are the honey lavender latte and the matcha, both so tasty and well made. Tons of seating space inside and outside The baristas are always friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. We also tried the breakfast burrito and grilled cheese, and both were really tasty. Definitely a spot worth visiting! Tons of parking spots too!

Great coffee and pastries in an unassuming location. Their cappuccino is served at just the right…read moretemperature. They offer many dairy alternatives such as soy, almond, coconut, oat milk, etc. The pumpkin bread and banana bread were delicious and fresh. I definitely recommend this coffee shop amongst the chains in the area!

Spectacular coffee and pastries, a must stop if you're in the area. We had toasted coconut and…read moreblueberry scones, amazing.

Excellent soup and very friendly service, will definitely be back !!…read more Great atmosphere !!

I had the avacado toast it was really nice! The coffee was a…read morelittle bit too strong for my taste but I still enjoyed it.

It was getting close to closing and we asked for spaghetti and fettuccini. But we couldn't wait as…read morewe had to pick up our dog from grooming. He waited for us. He gave us discounted desserts and extra meatballs! The food is awesome. And the fellow was so kind and went out of his way for us. We will definitely go again!

From the owner: Family owned and operated serving up 5th generation recipes, and making almost everything in house,…read morefrom the focaccia to the ricotta cheese, even the spices are made right here at Carlina cafe

Good coffee. I loved the ginger scone!…read more Conveniently located in downtown Victoria. Heard that the scones are amazing house as well which surprise me given the size of the coffee shop itself. Again, I highly recommend recommended the scone!

Simple and pleasant coffee shop offering a surprisingly decent amount of seating indoors. Staff is…read morefriendly and helpful and the coffee (tried a cappuccino and flat white) were solid, though nothing out of this world. All in all a great place if you're nearby the area in Downtown Victoria.

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!

piggy and paisley is a small, charming local café in james bay that fits really naturally into the…read moreneighbourhood. it's located just across from thrifty foods and a short walk from victoria's inner harbour. james bay itself feels quite different from downtown. while the core of victoria is busy with tourists, government buildings, and constant movement around the harbour, james bay feels more residential and relaxed, with tree lined streets, older homes, independent shops, and a steady local rhythm. i stopped in for a matcha latte with oat milk and sat by the bay window. it's an easy place to slow down for a bit and watch the neighbourhood go by. natural light fills the space, softening the pink tones and cozy interior, and there's a quiet, comfortable hum of conversation in the background. during my visit, a few people were catching up over tea, others were working on laptops, and some were simply enjoying coffee and pastries. it has a very unhurried feel to it, like people naturally settle in. afternoon tea is available but needs to be booked in advance. there are also small curated displays throughout the café with teas, gifts, and artisan items available for purchase. it feels thoughtfully selected and woven into the space rather than presented as a separate shop, which adds to the overall charm without distracting from the café experience. what stands out most is the atmosphere. it feels genuinely local. regulars come in and out, conversations happen easily, and even as a visitor you feel comfortable settling into the space. it feels more like a neighbourhood café that naturally belongs where it is. if you're in victoria, it's worth stepping away from the inner harbour and downtown for a bit. wandering into james bay and spending time at piggy and paisley gives you a quieter, more local side of the city that many visitors miss, and it's a nice place to slow down for a while.

Food is good. Coffee is awesome. Nice little shop, easy to find. Parking is plentiful and free.read more

Great selections of pastries and great variety of coffee selections (e.g. latte and cappuccino).read more

Absolutely stunning!! We are so blown away this spot! Our food was so fresh and delicious!…read more The service was just as great as the food! Everyone was so nice and helpful. The grounds are beautiful. You can smell the flowers from the patio. 10 out of 10!!

Delicious food and a beautiful garden patio. Lots of…read moregluten-free options 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