They rotate local art displayed on their walls, which rocks. Coffee, paninis, old-fashioned donuts…read moreif you get there early enough in the morning. Cherry blossoms outside in the spring, red foliage in the fall, in a unique little neighbourhood. You know this building used to be a laundromat back in the day? Love it.

They should advise customers that at lunch, they only serve a buffet. I selected the place because…read moreI had a friend who was a vegetarian and well buffet, had a few vegetarian selections. It was not a terribly good meal.

Snowy Village was great!! Wonderful fresh mango on the ice milk; delicious!! The Owner was very…read morefriendly and happy to share her unique dessert!! The shop was clean and comfortable; wish I could go there every weekend!!

My favourite dessert spot in Victoria! The owner is so sweet and truly gives the best service I've…read morehad here. I definitely recommend coming here!!!

Coffee was fantastic but it was annoying that they didn't have any coffee sleeves; my to-go cup was…read morehot! Cute little coffee shop with minimal seating; truly a beach vibe. Service was fast and the staff was really friendly. Beautiful surrounding area with cute little boutiques, liquor stores, restaurants, etc.

Chic spot with a bright space albeit limited seating…read more Cute merch and nice coffee bean selection, though they don't roast their own beans. Baked goods look enticing -- would've loved to try the strawberry rhubarb meringue if not for dietary restrictions. Pourover coffee -- an important indicator of a cafe's quality -- got the hubby's stamp of approval, with the extra perk of being affordable (less than $6). Not too many non-caffeinated options for me, but the ginger warmer I got was good at warming for sure.

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

Four stars because the service was pretty good but food was inconsistent. They open at 9 but…read morebecause this is more of an up-and-coming hipster area, they didn't open till 905 so we went around the corner to a different pastry shop while we were waiting for them to open. This is a Vancouver chain. They have another location I believe on the mainland, but we went in because my mom likes to eat vegan for breakfast menu items so we saw a photo of their jackfruit breakfast platter and when we ordered it, it did not look anything like the photo and it tasted very bad. The TLDR here is get a coffee. You can skip their Matcha because it's a little expensive and not that good (way over milked) and definitely get their pretzel because it was a phenomenal. The salad dine in was HUGE bigger than their to go (so that's a hack). The atmosphere is really cute. I really like all their bright colors. It is self service.

What a home run. We all got different dishes and we just had to sample each other's dish. Everyone…read morewas dang good. If I had to choose an unexpected star it would be the putein.. And all Vegan. If your bot vegetarian... Come here for the great taste.... I'm not. Vegetarian and loved this place.

This Timmy's is a godsend if you're a student looking to study past midnight, aka me during exam…read moreseason this term. While I'd be inclined to give it a 2 star review based on the selection throughout the day (they frequently run out of certain soups) and the lack of outlets (only available at the long table near the washrooms), I am incredibly grateful that it is open 24/7. Moreover, it has restaurants and grocery stores nearby if you need to pop by elsewhere for food. The service is fairly decent too. With these things considered, my review stands closer to 3 stars. Some of my friends find this location noisy, but I personally don't mind, especially if I have my headphones in and am starting to feel tired. If you've got yourself an iced capp, you'll definitely be all the more alert. There were two occasions, however, where there was some heated conversation (i.e. swearing, threats) late at night, but neither conversation lasted too long. For food and drinks, the iced capp, frozen lemonade, and honey dip donut have been consistently made each time I've ordered them, so cheers to that! In terms of hot food, I've only had the soup (cream of broccoli, tomato basil, and spicy Thai) with white bread, as well as the sausage and egg breakfast sandwich recently. While the soups are generally okay, the breakfast sandwich is quite subpar: the sausage is incredibly thin, the egg is rubbery and bland, and the muffin is simply there to hold it altogether. Compared to a McMuffin, which you can easily get across the street, it's what a certain someone would call "sad". Three other things that are sad are the discontinued chicken salad sandwich (my favourite item to order at Timmy's - please bring it back!), the rarity of the French onion or Italian wedding soups on the menu (their best soups, in my opinion), and the square facial tissues used for toilet paper (why, just why?). For what it's worth though, I don't think you can expect too much from a chain that is open 24/7. As I said, it's great for studying into the wee hours, and is sufficient overall for food and drinks.

The #1 staple of any good Canadian city: Tim Hortons. This location is very close to my old place,…read moreyet I find myself going there more now that I've moved away from it. With it being the closest location to the university, I love taking little trips with friends to go sit down and have a bite to eat when nearing hour 7 on campus. This location is actually really wonderful. Every time I go in, I have the luck of having the same cashier: the lovely Miss Daisy. Her nametag reads the former, and I can absolutely see why! She's the team leader and a genuine pleasure to talk to, every time. If you're looking for somewhere pleasant to sit down and have a classic cup of joe (or a really delicious bowl of soup!), pop by Tim Hortons in the Shelbourne Plaza and hope to run into Miss Daisy!

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.

A charming tea and coffee shop in the heart of Victoria. The first thing that caught my eye was the…read morevintage "tea granny" machine out front, a fun and unique touch that makes you want to stop and check the place out. The coffee was good, but if you're visiting Murchie's, get the tea. This is clearly where they shine. The selection is impressive, and the tea is fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or just looking to try something different, it's worth it. A great spot to take a break while exploring downtown Victoria.

So glad we decided to walk in on our recent trip to Victoria. We did not plan to be here but…read moreliterally every person walking on the street seemed to be walking in and we were like - let's go, check it out. This is right outside the Public Market and has plenty of street parking on and around the block. From the get go, amazing ambiance - bright, colorful infused with wooden interiors makes you take notice. A very innovative menu makes it hard to not try more than you planned on. Service is fast and the staff is friendly. We had the below items and can't wait to be back to try more on their menu. It seems they do refresh their menu quite a bit and the current menu is definitely bomb! 1. Hong Kong style Pork Sandwich - 12/10, amazing favors, very nicely done! 2. Savory Poptart - 10/10, light, flake, buttery, melt in the mouth 3. Mandarin Day Dream from their Signature Drinks - Drink of my dreams. I will dream of it until I can have it again and I hope they do not drop it from the menu until then. Such a innovative and well balanced drink - 20/10, must try!! We need you here in the U.S. Whoever is dishing out these creative menu items (signature drinks & the sandwiches) needs a raise!

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.