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    The Kettleblack

    4.4 (31 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    THE KETTLEBLACK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Julia K.

    We wandered by here the night before and thought we should come back for our morning coffee, and yes so glad we did! Great decor, ambiance with pops of cheery yellow, good food, and flavorful lattes They have a good variety of food options with a Indian touch, nice tea selection, and coffee / espresso drinks too. I had the cardamom latte, and it was delicious! I was pleasantly impressed with the taste of the food. It was a great start to our day of exploring. It would be a nice spot to get some work done with free Wi-Fi and great seating options. I would highly recommend this place, and I would not hesitate to come back!

    Roast chicken sandwich
    Mark Z.

    Had the roast chicken panini sandwich and salad, it was very good. The sandwich was filling and delicious. The salad was light but flavourful. The cafe has a very laidback vibe and kids friendly. Highly recommend!

    The veggie complete was delicious and so was the chia latte I ll be going back for sure

    hot cocoa, cranberry muffin & a potted plant
    Aimee B.

    5 stars out of 5 because: - open 'til midnight (since May 1st that is; and if you know PEI, that's fairly rare) - friendly staff - homemade backed goods; fresh food - just right decor - comfortable seating - supports local artists (art for sale on wall) & business (have you heard of soap with potato juice as an ingredient?)

    Caffeinated Porcupine
    Zhengyao Z.

    Fine selection of desserts, teas, ice and hot coffees. Quiet and cheeky. Step in, bring a book, a laptop or company then sit or lay back and enjoy! Totally cool atmosphere paired with quick service and hot coffee!

    Iced Americano. Latte.
    Ceanne L.

    This place is amazing I love their cold brew. But they seriously under produce and under stock it!! They have a very small menu, coffee is great but they should grow!

    Val H.

    Pretty rough start to the morning, when you go for breakfast and they don't even have coffee ready. We waited 10 minutes for drip coffee... Kinda weird for a coffee shop. Would have liked to say at that point that shit happens; maybe they had an unexpected group of 30 people arrive before us who drank them out of coffee. But we ordered breakfast (the hash & burrito) and they were out of eggs, and out of burritos! What's going on here? Anyway, to their credit, they found eggs quickly and we had our breakfast within 15 minutes. But I can't even tell you how awful that burrito was... There's not one redeeming thing to say about it. Just steer clear. The hash wasn't bad, and according to the cashier it's the best thing on their menu. Not a good sign. But hey! The coffee was excellent! That's what's important, I think! Drip coffee was amazing, Flat White was perfect. So the moral of the story is: come here for the coffee, NOT for breakfast.

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    Dan S.

    Really comfortable and cozy. Service is excellent. The blueberry pavlova was extraordinary. Coffee isn't bad at all.

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    Had a samosa and cofee. It was great and ambience was also good. Green sauce on side was good and it was not too spicy.

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    Incredible oatmeal, amazing breakfast sandwiches, wonderful service, cute decor, clean bathrooms. Excellent coffee house with great food.

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    Excellent coffee and a large selection of baked goods. They grill their beans right on premises. Nice spacious patio.

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    Receiver Coffee - Strawberry Shortcake French Toast

    Receiver Coffee

    4.4(108 reviews)
    0.2 km
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    Hubby and I stopped in after a nice walk around town. Very cozy coffee shop with a nice selection…read moreof beverages and food. The chai latte was really good (made from scratch chai tea leaves vs pre-made mix), and served in a lovely large ceramic mug that gave me the "stay awhile" vibe. Hubby had a black coffee and a REALLY yummy breakfast sandwich (the toasted bread really made the sandwich), and the ingredients inside were fresh and flavorful. Nice mix of locals working inside and folks stopping by for a quick bite. Loved the interior. Really nice worker greeted us as soon as we came in and explained the seating/service options. We'd go back!

    Receiver Coffee's Victoria Street location nails that relaxed, inviting coffeehouse vibe--warm…read morewood, plenty of light, and a mix of locals and visitors starting their day. We sat outside, enjoying the summer air and watching the downtown hum along. The food here leans simple but thoughtful. The Island Hot Cake was fluffy and satisfying, and the Fry Up breakfast (with bacon) hit all the right notes--especially the potatoes. Maybe it's just PEI magic, but even as a side, they stand out. Our lattes and matcha latte were smooth and well-crafted, and the pacing felt unhurried in the best way. Service was friendly without being overbearing, and it's the kind of place where you can linger with your coffee without feeling rushed. If you're in Charlottetown and want a reliably good breakfast with a quality cup of coffee, Receiver is worth the stop--especially if you can grab a patio seat.

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    Slaymaker & Nichols - Seafood Bake

    Slaymaker & Nichols

    4.6(60 reviews)
    0.6 km

    A quaint house on the corner. Artwork on the walls that reflect the circus.... Reservations a must!…read moreGreeted with a smile and we sat in the bar area. There was a staff turn over while we were there, and it was seamless. The workers flowed effortlessly. The old fashioned (General Scott) was delicious. So smooth and comforting. The raspberry mule was also delicious. They have home made ginger ale - I had the watermelon and it was perfect. The appetizers were great. Tuna crudo and Major Tom's steak on toast were absolutely amazing. We decided to order meals, as the apps were so good. Blue salmon, with root veg, superb. Ribs and Mac and cheese, fall off the bone meat and coleslaw that was the best on the island! The piri piri chicken was delicious, except the skin was on the chicken and it had a thick layer of fat beneath the skin that was inedible. We had the ube cheesecake for dessert and it melted in our mouths and was light and lush. Definitely hit this spot up!

    This restaurant was nestled a little away from the rest of the Charlottetown eateries. It was very…read morenice on the inside with some cool blue bar seats. We sat outside in the front but protected from the sidewalk and elements - there were pillows and blankets in case it got chilly. We were able to walk right in. The food was great. Not a ton of vegetarian options - may have just been a salad. The drinks were fun and good - I got a strawberry mojito that was refreshing not sweet. Service was excellent.

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    Azteca - Tres leches

    Azteca

    4.8(13 reviews)
    0.4 km

    Perfect! Charlottetown is lucky to have this spot! Authentic tasty Mexican right down town! Cute…read morelittle spot that compliments the bright flavours. Guac was super fresh, quesabirra broth was superb, and enchiladas were tangy and bright. Service could be at tad faster in regards to checking in on the table but I think they will iron out the kinks as they settle in. Despite that, food is out fast and hot! Parking is street parking, paid during day but free after 5pm and on weekends, can be tricky downtown but often will get lucky and get a close spot. Otherwise worth a little stroll to get there if you park further away. Accessibility: not currently wheelchair or mobile device accessible as there is porch stairs to get in. Tables would be okay to get a wheelchair under once inside though. Didn't use the bathroom so unsure how that would be. Great veggie options, not sure about vegan. Good servings and definitely don't miss the tres leche cake!

    I saw the 4.7 rating on Google and went in with pretty high expectations. Based on our experience…read moretonight, I was somewhere between 2 and 3 stars, but I'm rounding up to 3 because I'd rather leave constructive feedback than just trash a place. We kept it pretty simple: two burritos and an order of nachos. A few positives first. I really appreciated the cold carafe of water being dropped at the table right away without having to ask. I also loved the two hot sauces served in the short bottles. Being able to add as much heat as I wanted definitely helped the meal. The al pastor on the nachos had good flavor too--I could really taste the pineapple, although I think the meat would have benefited from a much harder caramelization. Unfortunately, the biggest issue was execution. The nachos were very sloppily assembled. The toppings weren't dispersed throughout the chips, so probably 40-50% of the chips were basically bare. There was very little brightness or freshness to the dish--hardly any pico de gallo, no salsa available, and things like pickled jalapeños or even a little chopped cilantro would have made a huge difference for pennies. Instead, it was mostly refried beans, meat, some partially distributed cheese, and a small squirt of sour cream. I ordered a side of guacamole for $6.50 and received what looked like maybe 3-4 tablespoons. That's pretty difficult to justify. The burritos were the biggest disappointment. They were served cut completely in half, which seems unnecessary for a dry, handheld burrito. It leaves you eating two open ends instead of being able to pick up a properly wrapped burrito and eat it normally. More importantly, they were incredibly dry. Looking inside, everything seemed piled into the center--rice, lettuce and protein--with very little pico or anything else to bring moisture, acidity or freshness. There isn't salsa available to compensate, either. I ordered a side of pico for another $5.50 and received maybe 1/4 cup. Even after adding that, I found myself using a ridiculous amount of hot sauce and salt just trying to wake everything up and add some moisture. The food also wasn't particularly hot temperature-wise. Service was okay but pretty middle-of-the-road. Our server got us started, but after that we barely saw him. They also don't offer a non-alcoholic beer, which was disappointing. Maybe we caught them on an unusually busy night or toward the end of a long shift, because the 4.7 rating suggests plenty of people have had much better experiences. But based strictly on what we were served, the food needs much tighter execution--better distribution of ingredients, more freshness and moisture, hotter food, and considerably better value on the add-ons. There were a couple of good flavors in there, particularly the al pastor, but overall this was a frustrating meal and not one I could rate higher than 3 stars.

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    Azteca - Enchiladas comes with salad, rice, and delicious refried beans. The salsa is zesty and fresh!

    Enchiladas comes with salad, rice, and delicious refried beans. The salsa is zesty and fresh!

    Azteca - Gauc & chips $11 (super fresh gauc!!!) chips could be saltier

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    Gauc & chips $11 (super fresh gauc!!!) chips could be saltier

    The Kettleblack - breakfast_brunch - Updated September 2026

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