They offer good baked goods and coffee. Parking can be challenging, so it's best to arrive early on weekends or consider biking. Weekdays are even more difficult for parking. Pay parking is available for the VIA Train Station, but it often fills up. It's a nice place to wait for a train. read more

Smile Tiger Coffee Roasters - Cappuccino - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

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Smile Tiger Coffee is a gem perfectly located just steps from the VIA Rail/GO Station, making it an ideal stop when picking up friends or heading to the train. I have tried their flat white, London fog, lemon scone, cheddar scone and date square. All were beautifully made and full of flavor. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with plenty of greenery and a relaxed vibe. There is also outdoor seating to enjoy on nice days. The staff are consistently fast, friendly, and welcoming, making every visit smooth and enjoyable whether you are grabbing a quick drink or staying to relax. Parking out front is limited to 15 minutes, but the train station offers 30 minutes free or the option to pay for longer. While the parking is not perfect, the coffee, treats, and atmosphere more than make up for it. Definitely a must stop spot every time I am at the station. read more

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Decide to try the coffee here while waiting for the GO Train to arrive when the GO bus were not running I got their flat white. It was kind of small than what I thought but very caffeinated. The location is next the the Kitchener Go Station. It is seems like a very cozy, casual, quiet and not very busy. The staff were helpful and the service was really quick. There are a couple of weird things they did such as giving a drink with a lid so you can add any sweetener and dairy product in your drink depending on your drink. This might because of me mentioning any sweetener/sugar cause I was expecting a question about adding sweetener/sugar and/or any dairy products like other coffee places that were much larger and busier than this location. read more

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I was so excited to visit this cafe with a friend and it exceeded my expectations!! We went in the afternoon and there was almost no one else there. The aesthetics of the cafe are lovely. There are tons of plants, wood decor, painted canvases and even poetry decorating the place. It feels lovely. I wish it were closer to my place. I would go all the time because the study atmosphere is perfect. There's lots of light and one of the windows outlooks the train station which is wonderful! We watched the passengers exit the train. In terms of location it feels a bit sketchy and you have to cross a busy road by foot if you bus. The staff were sweet. In terms of the food and drink, it's a little on the pricier side. We ordered a pretzel which was tasty and 2 matcha lattes which were...less so. They were very watered down so I probably wouldn't get them again. A lot of their menu options seem rather plain and overpriced for what they are (like the toast options). Overall great experience though and I would highly recommend! I want to visit again! read more

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Best coffee shop in the area Or at least best one I've been to around here A terrific setting, nice building and multiple washrooms read more

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Love their interior and their coffee! Their coffee is well made and the interior of the cafe is so clean and well designed! It is also located next to a via rail station so it is very convenient for passengers to sit there an d enjoy a coffee while waiting for the train! Staffs are so nice and responsive and has a positive attitude! read more

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Okay, I have now given this cafe 3 times my business, and their muffins are only worth it, in my books. Yesterday I paid $11, eleven dollars for 2 thick slices of multigrain bread, barely any cream cheese, smoked salmon and scrimpits of sliver-sized cucumber slices. When I order a tartine - an opened face sandwich I expect a lot more. Garnish, at least a little bit in between the bread slices, disks of radishes would be awesome- make it watermelon radish and violà you have an even more colourful plate, add a little bit of mesclun salad on the side, or basil, parsley, coriander, or dill atop the salmon. Ideally, dill is an excellent pairing. Perhaps my days at Le Pain Quotidien set the Tartine Stage pretty high. There's a considerable price point difference though. LPQ, you pay for quality, you expect more, you also know you're gonna get it! At Smile Tiger I am not too sure the same can be said. Why is it named that anyway? They're calling me & other patrons a tiger and they want me to smile? Smile, Tiger! Or are their coffee beans THAT good, they aughta make a tiger smile? Shade grown perhaps? Like the Tiger lurking in the dark for its prey. I am stumped with the branding choice. I can understand why so many people choose to eat at home, more affordable, you get to control what you have on your plate, in your belly without the added judgement or the extra charges. That way you're not spending $$$ on an underwhelming/disappointing experience, both in food and service alike. I also ordered one of their cold pressed juices. Another $11. You know 'cause, I was there and I thought, why not? Their juices are by Goodvibes Juice Co. So in essence, I am now reviewing them also. I'm in a new place, I figure I'll try their fresh juice. Unfortunately this juice fell short of the explosion of pineable flavour I was anticipating. It boasts, sunshine in a bottle, by way of appearance and their name, "sunkiss". It tasted watered down to me. So I look on the ingredients and boom, filtered water is listed as second. Okay so pineapple can be fairly sweet sometimes, yet in a cold pressed juice, Water? I've never quite experienced that before, apart from having water-based vegetables like celery or cucumber in a cold pressed juice, give it the more watery flavour. Oi, another mistake I will not make again. Cold pressed juice is meant to be top-of-the-line when it comes to health. Nutrient-rich, shorter shelf life. Yes, consuming water is also super healthy however the point of CPJ is to condense the nutrients of the fruits and vegetables to drinkable form and to have those nutrients be at their peak during their consumption. It's why cold pressed juice doesnt have the same shelf life as their other more conventional, sugary and watered down counterparts. I would think adding water to the CPJ loses its integrity. Well, Good Vibes juice co has certainly lost my vote this time around. Their logo is cool. Sacred Geometry. Maybe I'll give them another try with a different juice, after viewing the ingredients list. All in all, Smile Tiger Coffee Roasters, I'll take my business elsewhere. For the record, I really wanted to like them, they've got an awesome location. I mean seriously, jus perfect when you're waiting for the bus, the train or for somebody to come pick you up. And it seems their values are in check. read more

Smile Tiger Coffee Roasters - Pumpkin spice latte. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

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Beautiful atmosphere with amazing drinks. Very knowledgeable coffee-wise and an incredible workspace. Tons of space with a lot of natural lighting and plants. read more

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Poor service both times I have been there First time, three employees behind the counter were listening to a story some guy was telling them. After about three minutes the little old lady lined up in front of me let them have it. She told them how her friend and herself came for lunch and coffee but now are taking their business elsewhere. She went on to say not one of you acknowledged our presence and left. I told the cashier the lady was correct and I didn't blame them for leaving read more

Really nice atmosphere with a variety of tea blends and coffees. I am not a coffee drinker but my friends who are love this place. Tried their matcha latte, which was delicious - if only the cup was bigger! Would come back again to meet with friends, and would recommend if you're in the area. read more

Met up with a friend and decided on a new coffee shop (for us) to check out in KW . The space is very cool . Rustic with some good style . Enjoyed the chill music playing. Service was friendly . Coffee was excellent . An improvement I'd suggest is the sweet treats . The brownie we had could have been more fresh. Overall a real nice open space coffee shop to check read more

The vibe in here is phenomenal. It really brought me back to my tree-planting days where I just wanted good conversation with my friends. The matcha latte with almond milk was so good I had 2! I seem some reviews on here that people are complaining of the lack of outlets and I didn't have that problem because I took out a pen and paper and wrote. Had to be resourceful with my time and did okay for the work sesh I had. Will definitely be going back ANYTIME I need a warm atmosphere. read more

Great coffee, friendly service, nice patio, good variety of muffins. And they are dog friendly

I love this place. People are friendly and the lattes are fabulous. They're always open nice and early during weekdays for those of us who start work at 6am. Flat whites, almond milk lattes, regular lattes, pourover coffees and sweet treats. They don't have full breakfast but they do have home made toast with your choice of fixins. I get the rye with Parmesan and honey drizzled on top. read more

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An independent coffee shop that you'd find right in downtown Toronto. Had a delicious latte and stayed to enjoy the industrial inspired decor. If you like metal work, you'll want to hang around and take it the small details. Skip the franchise coffee shops in favourite of this spot! read more

Not too busy on weekends. Relaxed environment. Good place to get some work done or chat.

I'm a sucker for cute coffee shops so when I saw that the KW area had a new one I had to go check it out! I was pleasantly surprised when I stepped in to this well decorated and spacious lounge. The furnitures are great for either studying or just having a quiet conversation with friends. They have sofas in the middle and tables large enough for books and laptops. What I love most about this place is their large table in the middle that can be shared amongst strangers and the earthy tones/decors around it. In addition their selection of music is on point creating an overall relaxing and quiet space for all to enjoy with their own selection roasted coffees. Their drinks prices are reasonable but I found the food and snacks to be on the pricier end. Unfortunately they don't have too many outlets and parking is limited but other than that it's a perfect place to get some work done! read more

Based on the decor and vibe alone of this place I would give it four stars. I had a chai tea latte and it was pretty good, although it did take a solid five minutes to make. However considering they are making it from freshly steeped chai tea and crafting it by hand this isn't something that I found to be an issue. I also had a blueberry scone that was really good. The other food menus looked good and I will definitely be back to try the coffee. The location isn't super convenient for me, but I would make this place a destination. read more

Smile Tiger Coffee Roasters - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Kitchener, Ontario

I went there for the first time on Saturday after hearing about it from a friend. My understanding is that this place is KW's first coffee roaster. As can be expected from a fresh coffee roaster, the flavour is robust as a lot of compounds are still present and have not been lost to oxidization yet. Also, the price for a cup will be higher - I think I paid $3.85 or so for a black medium cup. If you are a light roast coffee drinker, you will be disappointed as they don't have any light roast blend. They also have other foods like cookies and salads (with the salads being in the $10+ category). Did not try these so can't comment on their quality. The decor was quite hipster and the ambiance was inviting. If you enjoy a cup of freshly roasted coffee, I recommend you check this place out. read more

I've gotten coffee from here whenever I'm traveling by train, but just recently sat down and had and enjoyed a chai latte inside the shop. The customer service was rather nice, although it was a bit loud due to the music. I shared one of their brownies with a friend and we had to speak up to talk to each other but otherwise had a good time. I'd recommend this place to someone looking for a coffee before they catch the train, or just to sit down and enjoy a hot drink. read more

Best coffee I've ever had! First time I went there, I was a little overwhelmed since I'm not too educated in coffee. The staff were so helpful! They took the time to go over what was in certain drinks. I ended up getting a latte and it was amazing! The atmosphere is great as well! read more

Disappointed. Maybe it was an off day for Smile Tiger. We were a group of three...upon entering the cafe and walking towards the cash register, the cashier walked into the back. We stood there confused for a good 6-7 minutes before she came back and took our order. We ordered three mocha; upon receiving the drinks we noticed the barista made us just regular lattes. However, the interior of Smile tiger is beautiful and very packed. Perhaps we will have to try Smile Tiger again another time. read more

Great coffee shop for those of us living on the other side of the city! It's also conveniently located beside the VIA train station, so I'm able to pop-in the mornings I commute to Toronto. Dark, robust coffee blends - the lattes and teas are also beautifully done. I usually treat myself to one of their squares and have become addicted! Finally, the decor is so well done inside. It's very spacious and comfortable, beautiful light streams in through the big windows early in the morning. Overall, the quality, service and atmosphere is excellent and I love giving this place my business! read more

This is a nice place and location coffee is good but service is the absolute worst in town...

I had a train to catch this morning and thought a cup of coffee and pastry would hit the spot. I entered and walked up to the cash only to be told "Just so you know we don't open until 9. You are welcome to wait." I looked at my phone. It was 8:53am. I sat and waited and did not notice any significant work being done that would necessitate keeping a customer waiting for 7 minutes (other than exercising your coffee control). I note that neither entrance has a sign stating what the hours are and given both doors were open - I checked when I left. Another couple came in at 8:58am and they were served right away, so I went up to join the line as I suppose 2 minutes early is acceptable. The tone and attitude really put me off. I wanted to like this place and it's sad that this small horrible experience has ruined it. read more

Poor service. Empty store but still took too long to fill coffee order. We're annoyed when I asked to be served. Overall poor customer service read more

Great location, by the train station. In an old brick industrial building. Trendy decor. Trendy higher end prices. Lots of natural light. Outdoor seating. Good service. Good espresso. read more

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Super nice place with super friendly service! I got a coffee which is really flavourful. The muffin I got was decent. I really like the service here, they're accommodating as they don't have a lot of outlets so they will take and charge what you need at the back and you can just ask for it back when you need it. read more

This is possibly my new favorite coffee place in KW. I had a latte (which I use as a benchmark for all new coffee places). The coffee was nice and smooth, and the milk was well-steamed. Overall it reminds me somewhat of Sightglass, in San Francisco. It is quite unfortunate that this is quite a distance away from where I live. read more

Decent enough place. Coffee is good. They regular run out of sweetener and they do not have 18% cream. there are also VERY limited gluten free options. :( Very odd that there is only one outlet in this restaurant - by far the most frustrating thing about this place. read more

Good choice of coffee. Large seating area but because there is so much room between seats there isn't too much seating. Place is nice and cozy to meet up with people, and they have a great selection of drinks read more

Great coffee and atmosphere. Would give it a higher rating if parking wasn't such a pain in the butt. Only a couple spots, some only even limited to 15 mins. I've tried to come numerous times and have had to leave to go get coffee somewhere else due to lack of parking. This place would be perfect otherwise! read more

I love this place so much. The coffee is great (though a tad on the expensive side), the decor is beautiful, and the whole experience is just wonderfully pleasing. I've only ever been early in the morning, and it's usually pretty quiet with a few other people, and the soft morning sun streaming through the large windows. It feels like a more chic version of DVLB (run by the same owners). read more

Great coffee shop. The atmosphere is relaxing and cozy. It has a simple decor and the large windows allow lots of natural light. Coffee and Texas toast are fantastic. Enjoyed the soup of the day, a beet borscht. They have some cans of craft beer but I opted for a glass of wine. Need more power plugs guys but Smile tiger is definitely recommended. read more

Open, airy feel -- very hip, stylish decor -- and amazing coffee. I particularly enjoy the flat white, and the cold brew. The pour over also has great flavour, especially if you are drinking it black. Pastries are also good-- though quite sweet-- and a few other items are available -- salads, yogurt parfaits, etc. read more

I was stuck waiting for a GO bus there and decided to try this place out since it's right next to it and I do not regret my decision. Service was great and the macchiato I got really hit the spot. The quality of the place is top-notch so definitely give it a try if you can. read more

I enjoyed their spacey, clean atmosphere ! Coffee was great ! The only complaint is lack of parking space . Beautiful spot to chill, study, socialize or read a book read more

there no damn outlets in this whole place my laptop died and i had to go home in the middle of my study sesh

First time there this morning and it will definitely not be the last! Loved the atmosphere, decor, and music. The coffee was amazing, a little overpriced but happy to pay it for locally roasted beans and great staff. read more