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    3.9 (21 reviews)
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    Sandra S.

    Really great prices on the delicious drinks! I ordered a large matcha with strawberry cloud, and it was probably the biggest one I've had where the matcha still tasted rich and high-quality. The fact that they made the strawberry a cloud also helped it not overpower the matcha flavor. They had an amazing Lemon Pistachio Cranberry Scone. I'm not usually a scone person since they tend to be dry, but this one was perfectly moist and flavorful. Definitely a standout. We also tried the Passion Fruit Cheesecake. The cheesecake filling on its own wasn't my favorite, but it really came together nicely with the passion fruit sauce. The only item I didn't love was the seasonal pumpkin dessert. It was missing that fruity, bright flavor I usually like, so it tasted a bit flat in comparison. Overall, it's a lovely space with plenty of seating, friendly staff, and quick service. I'd definitely come back!

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    Sylvia Y.

    Conveniently located near Cooper's Park. I came on Thanksgiving morning and it was packed, but the line moved quickly. There was plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. I got the avocado toast without cheese. It was a bit underwhelming. I was expecting slices of avocado, but it came out mashed and there wasn't much of it. I wouldn't get this again. I feel like I just ordered the wrong thing. I would be back again to try their delicious looking pastries and sweet treats!

    Nancy H.

    I am SO happy this bakery/coffee shop opened up in the 'hood! It just opened yesterday, April 7. I got to visit today and it is GREAT! If you are familiar with Small Victory, you know how wonderful their breads and pastries are. I'm pleased to report that this new site has all thier expected bells and whistles - and then some! This new site is huge (compared to thier other locations and the old Yaletown site, anyhow). There is a long counter and display case for their food items, and a separate beverage counter (which I think is smart). Don't expect a vibrant interior; rather, the palette is muted and calming. They say they took inspiration from the nearby water and marinas, but to me it seemed rather monochromatic, with watery blues and aquamarine, and no artwork on the walls. I liked the layout, with lots of seating areas (and more to come, when their spacious outdoor patio opens up). And the place is immaculate. Even the huge bathroom was immaculate. Like, hospital-clean. (I hope it all stays that way!). Now for the food... oh, where to begin! (NOTE TO SELF: If you're on a diet, do NOT even walk through these doors! DANGER!). Everything looks bloody AMAZING. I shared with my kid an almond croissant and a pear danish. I also got a sample of a cinnamon croissant "bite" (like donut holes, but made from croissants). OMG. I'm from Montreal so I'm used to high quality croissants and I'm usually disappointed in pastries not from France or QC, but wow, these were wonderful. And all their tarts and cakes looked equally wonderful. They have a huge selection of desserts, but I was most surprised by thier lunch and brunch offerings: so many sandwiches and "power bowls" and soups and, wow, their chicken pot pies looked fabulous, as did thier quiches. Just...wow. Tons of options. And then there are the beverages. You who know me know I love me my Starbucks, but I've been trying to only patronize Canadian places lately and only buy Canadian, so I got me a dirty chai here and, yes, it was different than my usual Starbucks but it was equally good. Just different. I plan on getting used to this drink here and only come here now (sorry Starbucks. It's not personal!). Thier loaves of bread for sale looked amazing, too. I was just a bit disappointed that, with all thier bread options, they don't offer challah. Sad! Lastly, I gotta say, the folks behind the counter here could NOT have been nicer or more knowledgable about the cafe and all its offerings. (David, I'm talking about YOU!). (Natalia, you were great too, as was my drink's barista). Everyone was super friendly and made my whole experience here top-notch. I already know that I'm going to be a regular. Welcome to Yaletown, Small Victory! We are so glad you're here!

    Colin S.

    Quaint cafe to get some work done. Ordered the croissandwich along with a scone and it was the perfect light bite after a weekend work session. Everything tasted fresh and the croissant was nice and flaky

    Nat L.

    sad to see small victory move out of their homer street location, it used to be one of my go-to spots and felt like a tucked away gem. the new marinaside café, open for about four months now, is bright, spacious, and beautifully situated with a panoramic view of false creek. inside, a long glass counter showcases an inviting selection of croissants, cream puffs, tarts, and scones. they also offer a brunch and lunch menu daily from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. i had originally come for their oat vanilla coffee slush, but it had already sold out by 2:00 pm. instead, i went with the strawberry cloud matcha ($7.75 + $1.25 for oat milk). the barista hand whisked the matcha and whipped the strawberry foam until it looked like a soft pink cloud. the flavours were subtle, almost too much so, and i suspect my drink may not have been made with oat milk, i'm lactose intolerant, so i usually notice a few hours later. despite the hiccup, i'm glad small victory has found such a lovely new home, and i'll be back to see what else they're serving up.

    Alina S.

    Small Victory was a huge victory in my book. The pastries and sandwiches and drinks it all was phenomenal. The pastries weren't too sweet and the perfect combination with a matcha latte. The service was kind and quick and we were able to go twice during our trip. I would highly recommend this bakery, breakfast spot to anyone visiting Yaletown.

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    Lena L.

    Cute cafe with wide selection of breakfast items. The hojicha latte however was too sweet and I could barely taste the tea flavor....

    Anna A.

    first time visiting this location since they relocated in yaletown. Much brighter and spacious location for sure. Tried their espresso macchiato and avocado mascarpone toast. i personally like sliced avocado on avocado toast and the balsamic was a good addition to the avocado toast.

    delicious coffee with delicate sweets and a beautiful presentation it's a great place

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    Overprice , mediocre service and cold coffee. I would give a big zero if they would have it.

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    Food: 3/3 Service: 1/1…read moreAmbiabce: 1/1 A delightful spot that serves great food. I've had both their sweet and savoury waffles and both are top-notch. The space is lovely and the staff friendly. It's a very good hangout spot for a casual meal or snack, and they serve some basic alcoholic drinks as well to pair with food. Overall very solid, would recommend trying at least once!

    Waffles for Dinner? Always a Good Idea!…read more I've been wanting to try Nero Belgian Waffle Bar for brunch forever, but the queue is always so long. I finally decided to pop in for dinner instead and waffles for dinner turned out to be the ultimate move! We had such an amazing meal from start to finish. First off, huge shoutout to them for not charging extra for alternative milk! My Tiramisu Latte with almond milk was absolute perfection. Here is what we ordered: -The French Waffle ($19): Their unique take on French toast using an egg-washed Brussels waffle, topped with rich pistachio cream, fresh berries, real whipped cream, and a delicious pistachio crumble. - Lemon Ricotta Liege Waffle ($19): Hubby's choice! A denser Liege waffle loaded with fresh raspberries, ricotta, tangy lemon curd, raspberry coulis, white chocolate, and pistachio crumble. Beyond the incredible waffles, the service was outstanding. The staff was so warm, friendly, and amazing with kids, they even let the little ones pick out a small treat from a sweet gift basket. . Such a sweet and warm feels dining in here. Fantastic food, thoughtful touches, and wonderful service. We will definitely be back!

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    Second time here, and while the food is very good, the fantastic service is what stands out the…read moremost. But first, the food - I ordered scrambled eggs, chicken apple sausage and paid an extra $1 for truffled lemon potatoes. The verdict? 4 out of 5. I'd ordered the eggs "very soft" and they verged on medium-firm. They still tasted good. I'll gladly pay extra for the truffled potatoes next time. My husband ordered the salmon avocado benny. While he loved the tomato soup he chose on the side, he was less enamoured by the benny itself. I had a taste and was underwhelmed by a forkful of overripe avocado and slightly fishy-tasting salmon. We finished with an order of beignets which despite being freshly-fried, were bland; although the accompanying strawberry sauce was deliciously tangy-sweet. Onto the service. This place spins like a top, and I mean that in a good way. Although we came at a peak time, all front of the house staff we encountered -- from the hostess to our bubbly server, to the smooth manager -- struck a perfect balance of being in flow, working flawlessly together, and maintaining light conversation with us. Exemplary. 5 stars out of 5.

    went for a quick brunch because it has been a while since i have visited…read more I chose the buttermilk fried chicken waffle bennies with a side of fresh fruits. The sauce was good as always and the 2 eggs were well made. Chicken was good and not dry. however the waffle was a bit chewy. service was good and friendly and it is still my go to for bennies

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