1 star is a stretch for the service. My wife and…read moreGranddaughter went to celebrate a birthday. There a few people there not busy at all. Lady server totally ignored us. Looking for a table outside as half of patio was closed I asked if she could open other half so we could have a table, the answer was a flat no and she left. As did we. We went around the corner to Stone House Pub. Awesome service and food. There are too many eateries around to be treated like that. We are the type that are very easy to please.

The food here used to be much better. It was a little too pricey for what you got…read more Atmosphere was nice. Service was good. I wouldn't make a special trip out to it to eat but if I was working on my boat in the area, it would pass.

We stopped by Serious Coffee on a Sunday morning before catching the ferry, and it was the perfect…read moreway to start a long travel day back to the States. We were greeted with warm smiles, and the muffins had just come out of the oven--they hadn't even had a chance to put them on display yet! Everything tasted incredibly fresh. We picked up a couple of smoothies, a banana chocolate muffin, a protein ball, and a chai, and every single item was delicious. The shop has such a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that made us want to linger a little longer before hitting the road. If you're looking for a friendly local coffee shop with fresh food and great drinks, I highly recommend Serious Coffee. We'll definitely stop in again the next time we're in town!

A great coffee spot with lots of tables and big comfy chairs to lounge in…read more We found something for the whole family here: - Italian sodas for the kids - Cheese chips (like Cheetos to share) - A pastry to share - Cappuccino for my husband - Iced matcha with oat for me - A clean restroom and good location in downtown Sidney! We'll definitely be back on a future trip!

Lovely coffee shop within the Mill Bay Shopping Centre. Staff are friendly & knowledgeable about…read moretheir drinks & food. I like the different seating options & the big windows allowing so much natural light inside. Even on a rainy day, you get an energetic community vibe sitting inside as this place is popular with all ages. The coffee shop always has specialty drinks but I'm quite happy with their tea & mocha options. The panini is a perfect size for a lighter lunch & remember to save room for their really tasty dessert options. My favourite is the cookie sandwich that's dipped in chocolate. It's actually the size of the panini (perfect if you got a sweet tooth!). If you find the line up long, take a wander through the back corner of the coffee shop. There's local products that make nice gifts or special treats for yourself. I also like this coffee shop as it is all one level from parking lot into coffee shop. I have yet to get there in good weather but there seems to be space for tables outside for nicer days. Washroom is a decent size but I do wonder if someone in a wheelchair would be able to make the turn/ tighter angle due to the divider wall between seating & the washroom. Cane & walker users would be fine though. I look forward to stopping here when I get the chance for another mocha & continuing to try different light lunch options & their very lovely snacks/desserts.

Coffee was great, food was good. Atmosphere was very nice. It was busy but they moved the line…read morequickly. Really enjoyed our coffee breakfast. Staff was nice

Love this place! Absolutely amazing lattes and beautiful…read morebutter croissants that were fresh and decadent. The plain butter ones are truly magical while the ham & cheese ones go a little soggy once they warm it up. Lovely hospitality and lots of searing inside and out. Will definitely be back when we're on the island next!

Literally tried this place again. Don't know why I keep giving this place a chance. Coffee was…read morelukewarm. Where are the good coffee bar employees they had.?? Oh yeah, the owners fired them for being too dedicated and perhaps needing a vacation once every six years. Your coffee is as good as your character, gross. Would give this place zero stars. Too expensive for a gross coffee drink!

Hands done the best place on Pender Island! I enjoyed several meals here and would come back just…read moreto eat here again. Please get the olives to start. An absolute must, served warm with a fragrant and flavourful olive oil. The olives are so simple yet the chef adds a ton of behind the scenes flavours (think, marinating in a bunch of complimentary flavours). I ordered the vegan and GF dal one night! Huge portions with fresh shaved vegetables and a generous serving of lentils. A hearty and comforting meal that packs a ton for protein. I was utterly stuffed for hours after this meal. Next night, I ordered the vegan and GF pizza (no fake cheese, just a ton of partnered vegetables, herbs, and pine nuts). I loved this dish. Again, huge servings and a ton of delicate touches. The roasted squash added such a lovely texture and the dill and pine nuts were an excellent choice. We also got the salad, which was anything but basic. Pine nuts and herbs and a sweet, savoury dressing. It was all super excellent. Thank you for making our island experience truly remarkable!

This is the best restaurant on the island. My husband and I was here for breakfast and had to come…read moreback for dinner. The service is excellent. Every bite was a work of art. I hope to stay in their airstream the next time we come back. I'm sure this place will end up in major food and wine magazines. It's top notch all the way. Very high class with a rustic camping vide all around.

Attention Walk On Swartz Bay Ferry Travelers:…read more $2.50 Americanos! Yes. You heard me right... $2.50 for a single shot 8oz Americano. $3.50 for a latte/cappuccino. Extra 0.50 for a second shot. It's not great coffee by any standards but when you're used to paying triple the price at the ferries, finding a gem that serves up caffeinated life support for less then you'd pay for gas station brew is downright magical. MAGICAL. Plus, the lady manning the place is sweet as sugar. I'm throwing it in the three star because... well, it's 3 star worthy coffee but i'm jumping up and down with love for these prices. You have no other options at the ferry, so isn't it nice that they don't jack up the fare? Remember that and tip them heartily!

Definitely worth a purchase while waiting for the ferry. Everything is reasonably priced…read more(considering its within BC Ferries territory) and the drinks have plenty of flavour for something made in like 30 seconds. Wouldn't recommend buying something if the ferry leaves in less than 10 mins!

Amazing pastries and real espresso coffees. Prices are actually decent, but the quality is much…read morehigher than the average Starbucks, etc. The only drawback is they only serve in paper cups/plates. Nice patio that gets warm sun all day.

We went for gelato and the flavours we tried were delicious! But the service was terrible…read more We tried passion fruit, hazelnut, and earl grey all very good.

Our 40th Grad reunion was catered by Brentwood Bay Village Empourium and I have to say it was the…read morebest food I have ever had at an event. Actually I just spent time traveling around BC and it is the best food anywhere. Thank you for making our event a 5 star affair.

Excellent espresso, great vibe and super friendly staff…read more Stopped in at end of day for a quick cup. Ended up chatting with the owner for quite a while. Got very good advice/local info on many parts of Vancouver Island which really helped us make the most of our trip. This is what a "neighborhood coffee shop" should be. Best coffee experience of our entire 5 week vacation.

Very tiny and cute coffee shop on the island. The baristas are friendly and nice too…read more I came here twice during our visit to San Juan Island. Their Salish Sea Fog (London Fog) was my favorite, it was fragrant and perfectly sweet. I even got the same tea bag and tried to make it at home. My partner is a mocha lover, and he said their mocha was good.

Tiny coffee shop with no seating but just an entrance and a narrow hall to order and go. The coffee…read morewas delicious and flavorful. I got the Third Eye Coffee and it has 7 mushrooms and it was quite earthy. The honey lavender had really delicious sweet lavender floral taste. The coffee was great but we came across a not great experience with a lady/customer in line. She told us to wait outside since the owner doesn't like when the coffee shop is packed as it made him nervous. We acknowledged what she said. The tone was rude and stated, "well, aren't you going to go?" But we were holding the door for her to go out first since we have manners. If what she said was true, I think it would be better if the owner had a sign of some sort so folks aren't scolded but this lady. I tried to tell myself she doesn't represent the coffee shop but it did make me just want to leave to another shop. When we walked by the coffee shop throughout the day since we walked around town, there were definitely multiple people waiting inside like we did. Sooo...

Everyone knows how amazing Francis Bread is, but here's another great review. Excellent food,…read morefriendly staff and a very beautiful inviting ambiance. Highly recommend!

Such a great bakery with tantalizing choices. We came in the late morning and were craving savoury,…read moreso we got a Jalapeno Smoked Cheddar Twist and a focaccia sandwich. Both were delicious! Service was prompt and friendly. There are some tables within the bakery, a few benches out front and then tables all around the building, supporting the different food vendors in this complex. We also came back a few days later for a Japanese pop up out of Francis Bakery. So cool to offer up this space for different purposes.