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.

Great veggie dishes! Adorable shop! Wonderful food and eating areas…read more Such a find. Will definitely be back.

Fantastic food and service I wish i lived next door hot deli food salads bakery items pizza like a…read moremini whole foods but 100 times better! mushrooms mashed potatoes and cauliflower chickpeas were fantastic and onion pizza great too only 2 benches to sit on outside now though

Staff was friendly and helpful with the menu items and ordering…read more Coffee was hot and the food was delicious! Highly recommend the mushroom soup and also the squash/yam tart.

Delicious flaky croissant!! Lattes were well-made. It is such a lovely spot hidden in a…read moreneighborhood. We enjoyed sitting outside in the sunshine. Staff were very friendly and responsive. Recommended by a local.

Scrumptious baked goods and a cozy atmosphere on a rainy day. I'd definitely come here again!read more

This was my second time in, only because the first time I waited for 45 minutes for a sandwich so…read morethey gave me two $10 gift cards. I thought I'd return, to use the cards and also give them another chance. Well, it will be my last time. The overall staff "vibe" is too busy doing whatever to help. We ordered some mortadella from the deli, didn't specify the thickness and wasn't asked, we came home to find it cut super thick (think bologna). Our fault for not specifying. $19 for 500g We then asked for a loaf of raisin bread. It was listed for $7.25 yet on the receipt it was $9..... A $8 bag of crouton sticks and we ventured to the cafe. This time knowing better we didn't order hot food. A few cookies and a mocha. This was fine, however the mocha seemed to lack mocha... was very pale in colour, not sure if it was missed or just weak. Not sure this will matter to anyone as the store seems to have a very loyal following and is busy. But we won't be back again.

Pure Vanilla is incredible! It's an amazing café, bakery, and confectionery. They have the best…read morecakes, cookies, and pastries, along with delicious paninis. There are plenty of small tables inside, perfect for enjoying your coffee and treats, plus the cutest little back patio. The staff here is wonderful--so friendly and welcoming. Their baked goods are truly top-notch, and they also make a fantastic chai latte, honey bee, and other fun, creative drinks, along with great classic lattes and coffee options. They sell cute bagged goodies that are perfect for gifts, special occasions, or just treating yourself. I absolutely love Pure Vanilla--it's the best artisan, homey, earthy café. Located in Estevan Village, it's super easy to get to and great for a walk around the area.

Chai was okay and the ginger cookie was a tad too sweet with no ginger flavor. Cute cafe in Oak…read moreBay area.

The gardens were fantastic! Well maintained with close in trails that give it a very close in…read moresecret garden feel. There is also a trail suitable for wheelchairs and other assistive devices. This is not a really large garden, but very well designed and laid out. The variety of species is fantastic and the flowering blossoms are everywhere. The tea itself is a different story as I'm a bit of a tea snob. There are no menus or choices for sandwiches or type of tea. I found the tea sandwiches to be dry and stale bread. Being a tea snob, I also prefer private seatings instead of 8 strangers at a table all reaching into the same tower of sandwiches for choices you didn't get to make. Non Europeans just don't understand the finer points of tea. This 'European seating' of strangers sharing a table works for western ideas of pubs, not for an afternoon tea. Five stars for the garden. 2 stars for the stale sandwiches and tepid unknown tea with no cozies or leaves strainers or spoons or choices...

Absolutely incredible setting! So serene, sitting outside you just hear the waterfall and creek…read morerunning, so peaceful. All the food was absolutely delicious! Really a must try, staff are very kind, make sure you make reservations!

At the mid point of my morning dog walk we stop for a coffee…read more It has become my go to coffee spot. I pass 6 coffee shops on my walk prior to getting to Discovery. Why? Because it has the best coffee in Oak Bay. The shop is well designed. Staff is friendly. My dog and I sit outside where there are quite a few tables and chairs. Just wish they would install an outdoor speaker as the music they play inside is quite pleasant.

The beans here are the best roasted beans I've ever had. every time I visit victoria a grab a huge…read morebag for my espresso machine. the owner takes great care in selecting, roasting, and offering freshly roasted coffees. I really haven't found many other cafes that measure up aside from one I can remember in New York. Amazing coffee.

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 very good. We tried a few places in downtown Victoria. They were not good. This…read moreplace is worth the few minutes to get out of downtown. The cinnamon rolls were yummy.

This is a lovely little independent coffee shop with small patisserie window. I believe they serve…read moreice cream as well - maybe not year round? I ordered a mocha and nanaimo bar - both were fresh and wonderful. Service was prompt and the store was very clean! Looking forward to visiting more often!