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

What is up with this place. The owners are the worst! Honestly, to anyone looking for a job,…read moreplease do not waste your time working for Drumroaster. The owners have zero, I mean NO, dedication to their staff. I heard another employee who dedicated years to this place, was simply just let go. These people are cheap and literally gain their wealth off the backs of the people that dedicate their time to this establishment. Employees are treated like trash, that can be disposed of. There are better places, with honest, friendly owners who will appreciate you. The owners of Drumroaster are cheap, they will cut anyone if you can be replaced by someone who will start at a lower wage. It's been proven over and over again. Zero stars because the owners are a joke!

This is a gem. Lots of coffee options on the island, but I believe this one to be the best. If…read moreyou find yourself close, go! Coffee is the star but food is also really good. And they're dialed in. You can be in and out in 10 minutes, and your return will be imminent.... It's a cool spot.

Fabulous stop!! Bellagio breakfast panini is top notch!! All other samis also great. Even the…read morecoffee and Mariano bar is highly recommended!

My chai latte and breakfast sandwich were very good and the staff were friendly and timely with my…read moreorder. The ambience is quite nice and the decor/furniture gives a cozy vibe. I'm from the USA and I'd definitely go back when I visit BC again.

This is a great lunch / coffee / breakfast spot in the amazing views pier spot that was previously…read moreBlues Bayou. We recently went for two lunches with our 3 young kids. What we tried and enjoyed: - Egg & bacon english muffin sandwiches ~$5.25 - Breakfast burrito ~$11 - Chicken burrito ~$9 - Iced matcha with oat -- my only complaint is I didn't love their oat milk - Cappucino - Bagel sandwich with spicy ham, cheese, and other toppings - Gluten free coconut bar Great options for a good price and the employees were super nice too. And they have two clean bathrooms -- always a plus especially with young kids!

Early, quiet Sunday morning and this was lovely. The woman behind the counter was thoughtful and…read morethe sausage roll was delicious and a little spicy. We sat watching the gulls fly by enjoying the food and the location. Coffee was great as was the tropical green tea.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Fox & Monocle in the North Saanich/Sidney area, and the…read moreexperience was truly memorable. From start to finish, everything was beautifully prepared and wonderfully served. We began with the truffle gougere -essentially delightful little cream puffs filled with melted parmesan that were absolutely to die for. Each bite was rich and delicious. Next up was the bread served with onion butter, which had a fantastic flavor profile. My only tiny wish was that the bread had been toasted just a bit to help that lovely butter melt right in. For the main course, we shared a mushroom pie that was beautifully presented and had that comforting, home-cooked feel. The standout dish of the night, though, was the rock fish. The fish was tender, flaky, and paired with pillowy soft gnocchi that was just perfect in texture. We ended the meal with a dark chocolate namelaka (a type of soft biscuit) and a sticky toffee pudding, both beautifully presented. The sticky toffee pudding was delicious, though I personally would have loved just a bit more of that rich sauce to soak up the entire cake, Overall, the service was wonderful, and the meal was impeccable. The area is truly lucky to have such a fine dining gem, and I can't wait to go back again!

While visiting over the weekend I was invited to a Shinto shrine that departs every so often. My…read morefamily and I ate at this cozy cafe which reminded me of being in a Wes Anderson film. Every baked good was perfectly semetrical and there were regulars, bicyclists, and families. The only thing missing was the cool color tones of a Wes Anderson movie to capture mood and dialogue. I tried two of the breakfast sandwiches: beef and an egg and sausage. Both were delicious. I also tried their galette with mushroom and cheddar. It was a nice savory bite of crunch from the pastry dough , and texture of the mushrooms and spices. My belly was full for the direction of my 3 hours on the island. Service was very good also.

Amazing Cafe the best chilaquiles great…read more Fresh bread croissant the chocolate cinnamon rolls so good

This is the only place for a hundred miles that serves a Cortado (Gibraltar). And for what it's…read moreworth. It's decent. It's not the best, but considering I haven't been able to find one in 4 days, this hit the spot. The location is beautiful, the staff super friendly and their flair for having the right drinks, the right glasses to serve them in and to provide the most relaxed and inviting space - well, this place is a must visit if you like coffee, want a break in a beautiful setting and are looking for a coffee shop that does more than just 'coffee'.

Wow. I live an hour from the Mexican border in a Hispanic area of Southern California and would…read morehave never thought I'd have some of the best Mexican food in my life this far north. The pork was out of this world, best pork tacos I've ever had. Fish and shrimp tacos were good as well. This could be the best Mexican restaurant in Canada and it's just sitting out here in the middle of nowhere. Friendly staff too, appears to be family run. If you live in Victoria it's worth the drive to check this spot out

This is about the worst Mexican food I've eaten, and I've eaten in many Mexican restaurants,…read moreincluding in Mexico. I got chicken quesadillas. The chicken inside was ok. They arrived on a paper in a plastic basket and were drenched in grease. The sour cream on the side was very watery. The salsa fresca was mostly just diced up flavorless tomatoes; very bland. Plus there was just a tiny cup of each, so not much to cut the greasiness. Waitress never came out to see if I wanted anything more. The horchata (rice drink) was also at least twice as watery as normal. Are they cutting costs by watering things down? The outside eating area could have been nice, but it is very neglected. The pots held mostly weeds and the seats and ground had lots of old dead leaves. It's summer now, not Fall, so those leaves have been there a while. The food was very slow in coming even though there was just one other table. (Folks at that table were also complaining of the long wait). The reggae music was nice (but a further indication this is not a real Mexican place). This place needs some serious attention from someone who cares.

I rarely go there but when I do the service is always rushed, like they have way better things to…read moredo! Weird. Food is edible.

Charming. Take a detour off the main island highway. 5 minute drive to historical Cobble Hill…read moreabout 45 minutes north of Victoria. Fresh homemade soup, sandwiches and baking. Decorated with historical pictures of the area. Just a nice small town coffee shop. The early morning drive through window is popular with the locals. A good variety of coffees and teas.

Great, slightly hidden cafe in Friday Harbor! The close quartered space made the visit feel…read morepersonable in a way. The barista was friendly and eager to answer any of our questions about the menu. We ordered the Buttercream latte and the Tighty Whitey latte, both iced and with oat milk. Each respective latte was well-balanced and tasted great, accurately portraying how the barista described them. Will be back next time we are visiting the island!

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.

Fantastic food, amazing drinks Super friendly staff and service…read more Amazing view of the ocean

The view here is amazing !!…read more Had the clam chowder and it was excellent !! The young lady that looked after us was very friendly !!