What's there in a name?! Apparently quite a lot, especially if you're in the restaurant business! A…read morecatchy "nom de guerre" for a place serving nom noms is marketing done right. In this context, when the almost-hangry duo comprising of the missus and me were driving south on the scenic BC-6 along the beautiful Slocan River, we stumbled onto the name "Sleep Is For Sissies" when searching online for food options along the route. Though the name felt like an apt one were it a cafe serving dark, strong coffee, we curiously checked out their website and menu. And, so grateful that we did! This quirkily-named restaurant is a gem serving yummy and neatly plated delicacies, and whose owner decided to hang on to the quirky title when they purchased the business. It's right at the start of a sharp curve along the road, so you need to properly time and execute your exit into their parking lot (read, it's their way or the highway!). The bright, airy and spacious seating area offers a perfect pitstop for the sore and travel-weary bums and eyes, and the items on their vast menu are just the flavorful nourishments which the doctor ordered for our famished tummies and souls! What caught our attention en route to the place was the Seafood Chow Down Chowder, and it didn't disappoint - so so good! Highly recommend the Harmony Hills Basil Pesto Prawns, Wild Spring Salmon and their Pasta which we took To Go. Kudos to Leia and Ethan for their fantastic recommendations, local travel tips, stellar service and hospitality in what felt like a fun fine-dining experience in, ironically, a rather casually named eatry!

Great food quality and quantity A sweet spot on that…read morehighway for commuters, hikers, campers etc Hard to find if you're not paying attention Slow as honey through a straw but worth it if you have the time, and hey! It's the Slocan valley ya nutbar, what's yer hurry? Wicked good muffins and cooler case to go stuff too, funky loveable and great selection on menu

Stopped here during a weekend in Canada. Wonderful coffee! I've never been to a coffee shop that…read moredoesn't do flavorings or syrups, but that is how Oso Negro is, and it really lets you experience the amazing coffee for what it is! Also had a delicious raspberry bar that I'm still thinking about. I brought home a bag of beans and will be genuinely sad when it's gone because they are amazing.

The coffee is excellent and the staff are friendly. We bought a couple bags of beans to take with…read moreus. Highly recommend!

Great food, great ambience. One of the best local spots for breakfast!…read more Try any of the Benny's and sit outside for the best experience.

The sushi bowl was delicious. I recommend getting extra dressing. Next time I want to try the chai…read more Pretty crowded at 10am on a Sunday.

There were flowers, not just on the patio, which looks right down the mains treet of Kaslo, but on…read moreevery plate, even the desert! GREAT food, gorgeous place, super quaint There is no better place to go to in Kaslo The chef will hate that all I say is great food - but it was awesome - well made, well presented, and I wanted to try many more dishes Fine dining in the little town of Kaslo!

I've always been told that the Rosewood Cafe has good food. My wife and I finally stopped to try it…read moreout. Wow! was I ever impressed. The chowder was exceptional and the fresh made bread complimented it wonderfully. I also had one of the Sunday specials steak, kidney and lamb pot pie. Prepared perfectly, it was the best pot pie I've had in a long time, flaky crust and delicious. It was the perfect late lunch on a winter day. My wife had the pulled pork sandwich, which I tried too. Tender, moist with great presentation. If this was lunch I can only imagine what the dinner entrees are like. I look forward to going back and trying everything.

Breads, pastries, and the obligatory espresso machine adorn this shoppe in Castlegar. Friendly…read morefolks, plenty of seating and parking make this a convenient stop. I purchased a sour dough bread and it is fabulous with a thick crust and moist interior (won't last but a few miles if I can reach from my seat in the car).

I love crumbs bakery because if I ever bike down to Castlegar with my mom, this is where we stop to…read morehave a bite. All of their pastries are prepared in house, and the sourdough is to die for.

This coffee shop was clean and bright inside. Staff was nice. We ordered two cold brews, the…read morebreakfast sandwich, and banana bread. The cold brews were kinda weak, probably 6/10. The breakfast sandwich was TINY, should be illegal to have a sandwich taste that good but be that small. The flavor was 10/10, even with no meat. But it was tiny, which left me wanting 2-3 more. The banana bread was very good and had chunks of banana. Would recommend.

We had amazing coffee here at John Ward. The staff was so friendly and fast with making our coffee…read moreand the atmosphere here is super cute. Definitely would recommend checking this spot out.

One of everything please and thanks!…read more Atmosphere: warm, fresh, cozy, cool. Service was quick, collected and friendly

Great coffee, inviting people and lovely atmosphere! Will definitely make a stop there again!read more