I'd been to Balzac's before in Niagara on the Lake and really liked it so I was glad to see it…read moreright by our apartment rental here in Stratford. I definitely hit them up multiple times during our stay. Caramel iced latte was great and my cousin loved the spicy yuzu lemonade. The shop itself is relatively spacious and the pastries looked great, though I skipped those this trip since we were a bit to full each time we came through. Alas. Next time!

Good food, fast service, decent prices. We would definitely go here again. We especially…read moreappreciated being able to sit outside on a beautiful summer day.

Stopped by this coffee shop while visiting Stratford. They had lots of drinks and pastries…read moreavailable. I got the matcha latte and a cookie. Both were pretty good. I also love how it's dog friendly inside! I'll have to bring my pup next time I'm in the area.

Whoa, the pistachio croissant. Insane. What a great space! We sipped coffees on a rainy morning.read more

This clean, modern cafe in the cute little town of Stratford, Ontario checks all of the boxes!…read moreDelicious coffee offerings, fresh baked goods, and exquisite toasts make it a lovely spot for a bite for breakfast, lunch or brunch that doesn't involve a tray of greasy food that might be good at the time but lead to regrets later. Trust me - there are no regrets here.

The Ashborne Cafe is a cafe in downtown Stratford. We stopped for an afternoon drink. The decor is…read moreminimalist and comfortable. It was pleasing to have glassware for drinks and water. The staff were helpful and efficient. The dining area offered a nice view of downtown Stratford. The Ashborne offers a full menu of coffee drinks and a limited number of food items. There are two small restrooms accessible to patrons.

Best ground coffee in Stratford, IMHO…read more And that is a potentially volatile statement - as Stratford is the birthplace of Balzac's Coffee (now in Toronto's Distillery District too - This is my Dad's go-to place as well (he loves the French Vanilla flavoured beans, ground to order at the counter. It's my favourite flavour too, but I have a soft spot for the chocolate raspberry beans too)! Owner Nancy (Hotson) is AWESOME! She's half the charm of this place - ask her anything! You'll see. She knows everything there is to know about all the products she sells - coffees, teas and cigars, for the most part. Extra tip: You can now order their coffee beans online! YAHOO!

There are plenty of worthwhile shops in Stratford (one of the only touristy towns where I've found…read morethis to be true), and Buzz Stop is a great place to drop in for some coffee and/or tobacco. I was shopping for my best friend's bachelor party. Being from the States, Cuban cigars are impossible to find here, so he was hoping to smoke some while we were in Stratford. I had called ahead and, sure enough, they had plenty. Walking in, it smelled more of coffee and I thought for a moment I was shopping for the wrong thing; perhaps I should have planned to pick up a pound of some coffee too! Nancy, the proprietor, was very friendly. Not knowing much about cigars, I didn't know what I wanted, but she was very happy to help me decide what kinds to get. She even suggested some of the inexpensive ($5 per) cigars, saying that for my money, those would probably be best. She suggested that Cubans are not necessarily better cigars, so I ended up with a mix of cigars, both in origin and price. For a dozen guys, not all of whom love cigars, this was invaluable. Next time I'm in Stratford, I will definitely drop in!

Super cute little coffee shop! Stopped in for a quick break while walking around Stratford. The…read morecoffee and scone was a perfect refresher in the late morning. Great variety of pastry. Clean restrooms. Several different seating arrangements. Would definitely come back again.

Great place to start your day! Fantastic food! I loved the Juliet, which is a Benedict with Brie…read morecheese, bacon and avocado mash. Crispy hash browns on the side. I loved how crispy they were! Delicious latte too. Fun decor. Lots of tables and booths. The owner is a fabulous lady and she even waits on the customers. She gives stellar service. Spacious interior. The place is popular so get there early!

Very good food!! The…read moreservice is always good and served with a smile. It's a busy place so you know it's good!! I've been here a few times and have had the Ruben sandwich on gluten free bread and the pesto chicken sandwich. Both where top notch and I would order them again. The others with me had a range of items like fish n chips, wraps, bison burger, all very good and they were raving about it. When you are in town to see a Stratford Festival show you should pass by. Recommended!!

We are very happy to see Phidellia's open again! Love their baked goods (especially the scones)…read moreand selection of teas. We usually pick up a few bags of their tea blends (Almond Tea Black, Bourbon Vanilla, Earl Grey De La Cream, Lady Grey Lavender) and scones (Blueberry, Cranberry, Cheese and Herb) for home! Hope to visit again when they hold their afternoon and high tea settings!

If you are wondering if you should check this place out, just do it. Very adorable cafe with a…read morewonderful outdoor seating area. There is limited seating inside but the patio across is also theirs. Inside, the walls are covered in different art work, the bathroom is located on the second floor. They have several options for both food and drinks. We all opted in for different varieties of bagel sandwiches. Lavender latte was different but tasty. The service was quick, they bring the food to your table. Overall, all of us enjoyed our brunch here.

Lost & Found Cafe in Elora was absolutely adorable! I loved the aesthetic and the whole vibe of the…read morecafe. It is on the smaller side, so seating is limited, but depending on the time of year, they do have outdoor seating as well. I got the Classic Breaky sandwich, which was a toasted cheese bagel with cheddar cheese, egg, thick-cut bacon, and their house-made aioli. I also got a pumpkin spice latte, and both were amazing! The latte was definitely the highlight for me. They make their own syrups in-house, which they add to their lattes, and you can really taste the difference. The pumpkin spice latte was a 10/10. If you're in the area, skip the Starbucks for sure! The breakfast sandwich was also really good, especially with the thick-cut bacon and house-made aioli. I paid around $20 for both, so it is a little pricey in my opinion, but I can appreciate the price more when the quality and taste are there. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Some friends got the features drink, apple cider ginger beer (non-alcoholic) and they raved about it. Even went back to get one for the drive home lol, so something to try! Overall, everything I had was a 10/10 for taste, and I'd definitely come back to try more of their menu, especially that apple cider ginger beer!

Fantastic coffee!…read more We loved the autumn latte the most, it was a perfect little warm treat while we walked around the area. Looks like a really hip study spot too. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about their products. Their baked goods looked really good from the other reviews, but unfortunately we came later in the days so there were barely any left in their display case. Next time we'll try to get there early to snag some treats to eat with our coffees. :) Highly recommend if you're in the area!

The best spot for coffe in Cambridge. The excellent service and quality have always been consistent…read moreand they have never disappointed! I bring all of my friends and family who are visiting here, as they have some delicious coffee, friendly service, and a great location to chat or to work. They also have plenty of seasonal specials which are super delicious! Their fall s'mores drink is to die for at the moment. But of course, their regular menu items like the cappuccino and hot chocolate are consistently phenomenal!

Lovely place for a cup of coffee, and choices for breakfast. People were very friendly and the…read moresetting was very pleasant along the channel. Recommend it.

Got a latte flight and shared a smoked salmon bagel. The latte flight was alright, but I'm not a…read morebig coffee drinker so couldn't tell the difference between the salted caramel macchiato and the toasted marshmallow mocha. The banana was strong in the caramel banana macchiato, as well as the peppermint in the peppermint patty mocha. Smoked salmon bagel was pretty good. Everyone working there was super sweet. It seems like a local spot. Super cute near the water and very quaint inside.