This coffee house is tucked into a nice shady spot not too far from the public restrooms behind the…read morecourthouse. Lots of seating available--inside, out back, and even on the sidewalk. It's a welcome reprieve from the busier main street, yet still close enough to everything. Perfect for escaping the crowds and settling in to people-watch with a good cup of local Canadian coffee and a pastry. They offer hot and cold coffees, along with both gluten-free and regular pastries. They also stock everything you'd need to make your coffee at home, which is a nice touch if you want to bring a little piece of Niagara-on-the-Lake back with you. A solid spot for a quiet break during a busy day of exploring.

Was in town to meet friends and wanted a cup of coffee and saw what appeared to be a quaint coffe…read moreshop. Well if you're looking for rude treatment this is your place. The coffee was mediocre at best but the lack of customer hospitality was top notch. If I hadn't been with others I would have just left. Won't be returning.

Small little bakery but tons of great goodies! It can get busy so tip: call ahead to reserve…read more Tried: -cheddar chive scone and wasn't dry at all -apple roll- more like apple taco but so good - sweet potato buns- soft but nothing special They also had some frozen pies so you can have a quick meal at home too. Definitely check this place out if you're going to niagara falls!

With the great reviews, we wanted to end our day with a sweet treat here!…read more CHERRY BLUEBERRY PIE (3/5)- we HAD to try at least one pie slice since it looks like that's what they're known for. Generous slice, the filling was great, the crust was a traditional crumbly pie crust. I'm generally not a pie fan thought...so this wasn't life changing BASQUE CHEESECAKE (3.5/5) - the cashier said this was the staff favourite. Nice combo of the burnt caramelized exterior with the rich dense cheesecake paired with the cortado, caramel, and refreshing peaches that were in season!

Yum yum yum! Best tarts ever. You can't go wrong with the butter tarts. We tried a few and loved…read morethem all. Staff is friendly and helpful. They are on queen street which is very convenient when staying at nearby hotels like 124 on Queen. Place is cozy and smells amazing. This is a must stop when in NOTL!

While walking around quaint Niagara on the a lake, we stopped for some dessert. We had a few…read moretoffee cookies and a cherry tart. The cherry tart had a nice balanced cherry flavor. It was not too sweet or tart. The cream was a perfect pairing in the tart. The toffee cookies, were okay.. a little too,soft for our liking and you couldn't really taste the toffee bits. The shop has some nice things, worth a stop. The young lady behind the counter was nice, but seemed uninterested in answering questions. A little surprising given the quaintness of the shop. Worth a stop for something sweet! The baked good smell alone is worth it!

Cute, smaller Balzac's by the lake! Not as extravagant as the other locations in/around the GTA…read more This location, however, has 3-levels of seating, including an outdoor patio up the stairs, around back. On the second level, there were some students studying with headphones on. Whilst the first level seems a bit more loud. Only 1 bathroom here, but it was clean and upscale looking.

Lovely little coffee shop tucked away in a peaceful location. I really quite liked this shop and it…read morewas great to stop in for a drink. The reason I do not give this place 5 stars is because the menu is a little confusing - it seems to miss out on a lot of the items that they offer. They have iced drinks and flavors and what not, but the menu doesn't clearly say it so I feel like while I did enjoy my drink, I would've preferred something a little different that I wasn't aware was available.

Lovely little local coffee shop just a short drive away from the touristy downtown near Niagra…read morefalls. A short walk from our BnB, this coffee shop serves cafe sandwiches, specialty Italian goods, and good espresso! Open at 9am on a Sunday was a plus for us too; it was situated across the street from an old Irish church and we enjoyed listening to the bells as we sat. Great coffee, great service - come for low or no sugar classic beverages served with little cookies or biscotti. I didn't try the sandwiches or omelettes, but they looked delicious. I also saw they serve ice cream.

Cute little cafe with a very friendly owner who seems to really care about his business. We needed…read moresome caffeine to get our day started and the coffee here hit the spot. Certainly a step above the Starbucks and Tim Horton's you otherwise find in this tourist town.

Good, balanced coffee that wasn't overly acidic. The ice cream float had great creaminess from the…read moremilk and was not too sweet. The olive ciabatta had a nice slight saltiness from the olives. The flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The tofu sandwich was great with the crisp and acidity from the veggies. The pulled pork sandwich was so flavorful. I think it could've used the crisp of veggies in it.

Cute minimalistic bakery with South Korean influenced pastries and a decent selection of…read morecoffee/espresso beverages and smoothies. My friend and I went on a morning walk and stopped by Soko for a quick coffee fix and snack. The lattes we got came out steaming hot - just the way I like it! I also tried the red bean bun, which was perfect balance of textures and sweet-savory flavor. I liked that it wasn't too sweet and let the red bean shine. My friend tried the egg tart and butter tart, which were so flaky and perfectly baked. The space has some table seating inside for people to do some work, reading, or just hang out. The woman managing the front was so sweet and personable. Overall great spot for the local neighborhood!

What a great place. The desserts are really good especially their peanut butter cookies. They are…read morechewy and nice and thin and not too sweet. Their "last hurrah" at the physical store for customers to visit was on 26 January 2025, but they are selling all their desserts online starting today 27 January 2025. Go online!

All of their baked goods are amazing and consistent throughout the 15 years we've been coming. The…read moreservice is always friendly. They have moved their production to a space just down the road on Mary street and we can still get lots of their yummy items at Regal's Flower shop. We are really happy that we can continue to enjoy their creations. Life is made up of little joys and Willow is one of them.

Fabulous spot for pizza. Salads. Sandos and the Giant nachos…read more Wine and beer list is fabulous. Amazing vibe when you sit down. The food is just tasty and full of flavor.

1 Star Terrible…read moreCustomer Service and Unacceptable Treatment We visited Grist while vacationing in Niagara Falls, Canada, and I was honestly shocked by how unfriendly and unaccommodating the experience was tonight. The woman who was not even dressed appropriately, literally wearing short tight biker shorts - didn't smile, rolled her eyes and wasn't welcoming, she immediately made us feel like we weren't wanted there. She insisted we be put in danger of the barking pit bull dog who was there. And I told her that we didn't feel safe sitting next to a pitbull that kept barking at us for no reason by the way my dog did not respond at all to the pitbull who's barking at us because she's a trained service animal. I was traveling with my fully trained service dog from the United States, who was clearly wearing her service dog vest. Instead of allowing us to dine inside, she insisted that we needed some sort of service dog identification card. I politely offered to show her a letter from my healthcare professional confirming my need for my service animal. That wasn't good enough. I also explained that my dog has a registration/license number issued by my home city in the United States. She wasn't interested in that either. She just kept insisting on a card. Ontario does not require service animals to carry a special identification card, so I found it incredibly frustrating that someone working in hospitality seemed unfamiliar with the province's accessibility requirements. To make matters worse, it was raining outside, there were no outdoor heaters, and she was telling us we would have to sit outside with my service dog. Meanwhile, there was a pit bull nearby that kept barking at us. Who wants to sit outside in the cold rain, without heaters, while another dog is barking at them, just to have dinner? We were visiting from America and had been looking forward to enjoying the area, but this experience was incredibly disappointing. There was no warmth, no hospitality, and seemingly no willingness to listen or find a reasonable solution. I don't expect special treatment. I expect basic courtesy, respect, and an understanding of accessibility rules, particularly from a restaurant serving tourists from around the world. I would not recommend this restaurant based on our experience. Management should seriously consider educating its employees about Ontario's service animal laws and how to treat guests with disabilities respectfully. A smile, a little kindness, and some basic knowledge of the law would have gone a long way. Canada is awful

We were driving around Canada and found this little book store. It's super cute. Lots of book…read moreselection for the size. There's also a little cafe. Very affordable. The drinks start at $2.40 and go up to $7. Cookie for around $4. Pastries from $3 - $9. Way cheaper than most cafes we frequent in the states. There's plenty of seating. Four tables for two and a table for six. The logistics of how this store is set up is very impressive.

Excellent selection of new books. Plus doohickeys and doodads. The nice people behind the counter…read morehelped me with thoughtfulness and kindness.

JULY 14TH, 2026 SHE penguin was here…read more Got a Spinach. Onion and Colby Quiche. It was nice and Hot and Delicious!

We tasted the mini apple pie thingy at The Village Bake Shoppe. It was delicious! Loaded with fresh…read moreapples. Not too sweet. Reminded me of the love placed in homemade foods. They had a great variety of bake goods like cakes to go, cookies, pies, cup cakes, cannoli. They also sold candles and olive oil. This review deducted a star for service, which wasn't as attentive or pleasant I'm accustomed to. Just ok. But the ambiance was family friendly and very cute.