I'm overjoyed to learn that there is a Caffe Artigiano in the Greater Victoria area! After our…read moregrocery haul, we decided to go and check it out! Caffe Artigiano has been a favourite of mine since my visits to Vancouver, and the coffee/tea and specialty beverages are all delicious. This location has an enormous open and airy vibe to it. It is located inside of Westshore Town Centre. They also have an outside patio where you can sit and relax with an iced latte or an iced London fog to cool off! I like the place and the pieces of art on the wall. They also sell merchandise and coffee beans to go. The service is fantastic! The baristas were quite warm and helpful, and they also provided excellent recommendations. I appreciate their explaining some of their new menu items. I had the iced London fog, and it was exactly as good as I remembered! It was cool and refreshing, just what I needed on a hot summer day! I love Caffe Artigiano, and would recommend their Langford location. We'll be back!

While I didn't buy my cheesecakes directly from them (I got them from a shop in Chinatown), I was…read moredisappointed that the cheesecakes were below average at best considering the cost. Mango calamansi was more tart than expected, while the one barely had any ube flavor. Overall, maybe a 2 to 2.5 but rounded up to 3.

My boyfriend and I were so excited to try this new cafe for our weekly breakfast date and we were…read moretotally obsessed with their bold unique flavours! I've never tried pandan before so I decided to get their pandan latte with oat milk and a pandoodle cookie. My boyfriend got an Ube cookie so we could try both flavours. The cookies were honestly a little too dense for me and I wished they had more flavour in them. The ube cookie was my favourite because it was the sweeter out of the two, I wish the pandoodle tasted more like pandan. My latte was so pretty, but the first sip tasted disgustingly sweet so after some stirring I tried it again and while I thought the the nutty flavour of the pandan was interesting, it ended up being a little too syrupy for my taste. The atmosphere in here is so cute though and we'll definitely have to come back to try more of their pastries! But this is definitely an afternoon work and vibe cafe spot and not a breakfast cafe spot!.

The shop owner is very sweet and accommodating to her patrons needs. It's a cute little book shop…read morewith baked goodies and delicious drinks. I tried the apple spiced latte which was a bit sweet for my liking but was adjusted perfectly to my needs and I was even informed that they'll be tweaking the balance around permanently! The savoury scone with butter is a must try, make sure to check out their slew of books. Novel books and cafe feels like a homey library with a cozy cafe vibe. A true deep cove treasure

I didn't want to wait in line to grab a coffee from Honeys, so I decided to check out this…read morebookstore/cafe as there was no lineup. The shop is very cozy with comfy benches inside and chairs and tables outside. The barista was friendly and the latte was pretty good. They also serve homemade pastries. It looks like they have a nice selection of children's books and books by local writers.

Kashmiri chai is the way to go! Perfectly warm and delicious with pieces of chopped pistachio…read more They ran out of normal chai though.

Like people are saying Kashmiri chai is definitely the way to go here. I tried an iced chai (which…read morethey said was the dumm chai), a regular hot chai, and a kashmiri chai with pistachios and the other chai were very traditional in the way they're not sweet at all and a bit bitter. But kashmiri was more modern and really well-balanced, straight up delicious especially with the pistachios! Also dear lord this is one of the best mango lassi I've ever had, definitely don't sleep on that. In general I love this business for its extremely unique presentation and implementation. It has a walk-up window outside you can order from with a table reserved specifically for chai house. Or you can walk into the kebab house restaurant it's attached to and get to the lovely low-lighting and beautifully designed chai house interior where it's filled with cozy seating and a self-serve order kiosk. I ordered a lot and it all came quick which was great. I also ordered both the rice pudding (lahori firni) and carrot pudding (gajar ka halwa) desserts. I wish I asked the best way to have them (temp, add-ins, etc) but 30 mins out of the fridge they had a mild and off-putting flavor for me. Will inquire about them next time I'm in, because I will certainly be back for those delish kashmiri chai and mango lassi!

While waiting out some camper repair work down the street, I was struggling to find an independent…read morebusiness in the Smokey Point area to grab a coffee and get some work done. I shuffled into Turtle Bay, where I found excellent La Marzocco coffee, a chill playlist, a very welcoming barista and an incredible surf shack decor which briefly transported me to Baja on a very rainy Washington winter day. Their main gig is smoothies, but they have a impressive coffee offering, even though they are a bit hard to find in the digital paid search universe. Skip the Starbucks and grab a coffee at this locally owned shop , you'll feel better for doing so and leave feeling like you're wearing flip flops.

My daughter and I started meeting here for coffee/breakfast a couple of years ago. The tropical…read moredecor is so fun, and the coffee and breakfast options are hard to choose from as everything is so good! The made-to-order breakfast sandwiches are very reasonably priced and delicious! Staff are always friendly and knowledgeable. I have not tried their smoothies or gelato yet but if you are into that, there is quite a variety. As a travel enthusiast, the interior always feels like a little tropical escape. We highly recommend this little gem.

One of my favourite cafes in Cap Hill, I love the cosy quiet vibes at Stitch Cafe that make it…read moreperfect for reading, crafting, or getting work done. My best friend and I regularly worked here through all of last year. I love that their upstairs seating area is always clean with lots of open space and comfy chairs to snuggle up in. My go to drink is a 16oz iced oat milk mocha and I love how creamy and rich the chocolate is. It's the perfect amount of sweet to keep sipping while I work on projects. I love that their pastries always change, it was fun to try different things like a passionfruit macron or a scone. While my bestie doesn't live in Cap Hill anymore and we don't visit weekly, we are both eagerly awaiting the next time we can grab coffee and chill at our favourite cafe.

Cute little cafe to lounge and sip some coffee! I ordered a cortado which was perfectly made and…read moresat in the upstairs lounge. The ambience is serene, a little sleepy, with chill music... the perfect place to chat with friends or work on crafts or just sit for a bit. I like the concept of no added tax & tip.

I love this little place, it just has a great vibe to it, couches, chairs and a lovely little…read moreoutdoor area too. I've seen a few yelp reviews say this place is a little ummmm pretentious or overhyped, well yes they don't do customizations and they really don't want you on your phones when you order but honestly, their drinks are just worth it I always order their Wiener Schokolade in the smallest size and that's only because I do like the strong taste of the coffee when its smaller and don't want to over indulge (it does get sweeter when you order the larger sizes, and remember what I said about no customization) We also had a croissant, it was fine as an accompaniment but nothing amazing.

Stepping into Kauffehaus is like finding a hidden gem where warmth, charm, and - where a culture of…read moresophistication is blended perfectly in - what do we call it? A "Kaffee" by Julius Meinl Kaffee & Demmers Fine Tee. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed not just with the inviting aroma of fresh mokka but, more so an experience to a traditional Viennese Kaffeehaus - with genuine smiles, and heartfelt service that instantly welcomes you to be: Polite & a Sophisticated Adult/Clientele! Swayed into an intangible Cultural Heritage Institution of: Intellectuals, Sophisticants, Royalists, Elites. The barista here don't just make "kaffee" / coffee--they craft moments that elevates the Arts and Music of the Viennese social culture. Every cup is served with care, and every interaction carries the kind of grace that turns a simple tea & Kaffee run (trendy fast-food) into a comforting experience. Whether you're sipping a velvety kaffee, savoring the drinks of the classy or just enjoying a quiet moment in their thoughtfully designed space, you'll find that Kauffehaus isn't just a coffee shop--it's a sanctuary of Julius Meinl flavor, peace, and kindness. Hats off to the entire team for their impeccable customer service. Your attentiveness, warmth, and joy are what keep people coming back--not just for the coffee, but for the community you've built one cup at a time. 2 years later... it is still consistent. If you're looking for a place that honors true heritage and feels like a warm romantic restoration of a lost and bygone era. Kauffehaus is the ONLY place to be and become ^_^ Seriously now, go become sophisticated and NOT barbaric and frivolous! ^_^

I've been here only twice and loved it both times !! the kitties are so sweet and the staff are…read morevery clear on rules and making every person and cat is comfortable ! i got the matcha last time i was here and loved it- this time around i had one of the seasonal spring drinks which was also great ! the room itself is so cozy and there's plenty of seating. would definitely recommend and will be visiting again ! :)) ‍

We're from Montana for my daughter's medical appointments and she wanted to come here! Such a cool…read moreand neat experience with all the kitty cats! It gives the feel of home from our fur babies and give some loving to these adorable kitties! Definitely will be back! The macaroons were tasty and yummy!

enjoy their cheesecake. so happy that they open in seattle so we don't have to go to otaru hokkaido…read moreif craving for their cheesecake. staffs are attentive and helpful . also like the store decor and ambience. definitely will go back when in bellevue. hoping they open soon in Bay Area

This store is impeccably clean and well maintained, which creates a great first impression when you…read morewalk in. I tried the Mango Hokkaido milk ice cream along with the fromage cheesecake, and both were definitely tasty. The flavors are authentic and the texture of the cheesecake is as smooth as expected. However, the overall experience felt subpar for a few reasons. The pricing is quite high, and while the food is good, it does not feel like the quality fully justifies the cost. Additionally, the staff members were a bit rude and did not provide a welcoming atmosphere. While the treats are enjoyable, the combination of high prices and lackluster service makes it hard to give a higher rating.

This is a wonderful store with great selection, friendly staff, and a great layout in a historic…read moreformer bank building.

Big fan of bookstores and architecture so this was such a treat! Didn't spend a lot of time in it…read morebut from what I can tell, it's a huge bookstore with a huge selection of books. At the least, it has all of the most popular books right now. It has quite a bit of bookish items like stickers, postcards, and bags, and I always find those items to be fun to browse. I love the history behind the place that it was designed for the Royal Bank of Canada. The stained glass and brightness of the place made it look so beautiful. I didn't end up getting anything so I can't comment on the service but the books were averagely priced. Really cool for a pop in and out!