Saint cecillia is the best coffee shop in Victoria in my opinion. I really liked their drink,…read moreambience and service. What I got: Matcha latte Matcha latte flavor was strong and form was just perfect. Very bold and so delicious. I had it without any sugar, I really wanted to enjoy matcha latte itself. The same quality as what I had in japan. Excellent latte. Kanelbullar - Cardamom bun, cinnamon sugar filling. Dough was very soft and chewy. I really enjoyed this item, too. I love their ambience and recommend to sit counter bar on the second floor. I will revisit here on the next Victoria trip!

Food - ok matcha + yuzu i thought was going to be weird but i wanted to give it a try and the 5…read morestars is literally because i loved this drink so much i would go back here just for this drink. one of my fav matcha drinks ever. Service - friendly. we got our stuff to go, so not a whole lot to experience in our short trip. Ambiance - very cute area. lots of people chilling and hanging out for a while.

Great coffee, good atmosphere and size, and pretty amazing service as well…read more The sister and I both had small lattes (which is close to a gibraltar when it comes to balance of milk and espresso, but a little heavier on the milk; all lattes are doubles, size just indicates amount of milk) and they were pretty great. Their espresso blend is from Fantastico but is unique to their shop and despite liking bolder espressos, I really liked their blend -- it was pretty even and full flavour-wise. If you're looking for a well-pulled and well-roasted coffee, the latte is a good way of sampling what they have to offer. When it came to atmosphere and service, it totally complemented the coffee. The place is modern and clean, with a very brightly designed space -- lots of white with light wood and brass accents -- and the service, in typical YYJ style, was eager and helpful and generally nice. 10/10 would recommend to a friend. Will totally visit again whenever I'm in town! PS Home made pop tarts are pretty amazing too.

Coffee was fantastic but it was annoying that they didn't have any coffee sleeves; my to-go cup was…read morehot! Cute little coffee shop with minimal seating; truly a beach vibe. Service was fast and the staff was really friendly. Beautiful surrounding area with cute little boutiques, liquor stores, restaurants, etc.

This is probably the most delicious coffee I have ever tasted. It was so good I had to have a…read moresecond cup and I can't wait to try to the other 3 flavors this company offers. This is a great way to support indigenous businesses as each package features art from different nations across turtle island and each represents a part of the medicine wheel. Part of proceeds also go to support indigenous artists. So not only is it absolutely a delicious luxurious tasting coffee, it is also an ethical company that gives back to the community. I highly Recommend ordering this coffee and I can't wait to try to the other 3 flavors.

We walked by this little gem and saw a line so of course we had to check it out. The folks in…read morefront of us said they were regulars and the line moves fast so we waited. We got 1 of the front tables in the front window area and it was just soo quaint! Loved it. We ordered Sourdough Tartine-2 poached eggs, Fol Epi sourdough, cashew cheese, broccoli, romesco, served with greens and added homemade sausage. It was really flavorful and delicious!! Great combo!! The sausage was also very juicy and tasted yummy. We also got the honey rooibos vanilla latte and sweet and salty latte. And both drinks were great!! I also had a carrot muffin to go and it was moist and very tasty! Soo charming when you are in the area!

A small place with an even smaller crew churning out delicious plates and lattes (both coffee and…read moretea) left and right! Loved the veggie forward meals and the bacon and sausage add ons were fantastic! They have local makes for sale in their back cafe and I didn't taste anything of our plates and drinks that wasn't fresh and flavorful. Will add to our "To Do in Victoria every time" list

An amazing amusement park full of tea!…read more I've never seen so many teas offered, with such an outstanding variety and creativity of tea blends. Even if tea is not your cup of tea you can't help but be amazed with Murchies. There's plenty of coffee varieties as well as very nice accessories and gifts...and that's just the retail area. The tea, coffee, bakery treats, plus breakfast and lunch items are extensive. The specialty tea and coffee drink creations are truly inspired. Deliciousness awaits you at Murchie's.

A charming tea and coffee shop in the heart of Victoria. The first thing that caught my eye was the…read morevintage "tea granny" machine out front, a fun and unique touch that makes you want to stop and check the place out. The coffee was good, but if you're visiting Murchie's, get the tea. This is clearly where they shine. The selection is impressive, and the tea is fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. Whether you're a tea enthusiast or just looking to try something different, it's worth it. A great spot to take a break while exploring downtown Victoria.

It's really a 3 but rounding up for local business. We heard about this place through TikTok and we…read morewere craving a Matcha so we stopped by. I really love the New Zealand theme and honoring their ancestors and culture through this coffee shop. However, the tea here is not very strong or very good. The matcha was super weak and I got a London fog, but it just tasted like milk. I will say I love that they had macadamia milk as an option for a milk alternative so that's really fun and cool. I do wish they served a better version of a Matcha and other tea products. I think their coffee is probably good but again we wanted to go for tea. Overall service of the staff was good and again it's not the best Matcha, but I really loved the vibe in the decor.

Such a good spot! It's a little hole in the wall place that is really quaint and vibey. Love the…read moreatmosphere, and could see myself either studying or having a great conversation with a friend for a long time in there. Good people, good coffee, good vibes. What more could you want in a little coffee shop?

The coffee was very good. We tried a few places in downtown Victoria. They were not good. This…read moreplace is worth the few minutes to get out of downtown. The cinnamon rolls were yummy.

Great coffee, food, and bakery items! I would recommend there date square and cafe latte :)read more

Staff was friendly and helpful with the menu items and ordering…read more Coffee was hot and the food was delicious! Highly recommend the mushroom soup and also the squash/yam tart.

Delicious flaky croissant!! Lattes were well-made. It is such a lovely spot hidden in a…read moreneighborhood. We enjoyed sitting outside in the sunshine. Staff were very friendly and responsive. Recommended by a local.

This was my second time in, only because the first time I waited for 45 minutes for a sandwich so…read morethey gave me two $10 gift cards. I thought I'd return, to use the cards and also give them another chance. Well, it will be my last time. The overall staff "vibe" is too busy doing whatever to help. We ordered some mortadella from the deli, didn't specify the thickness and wasn't asked, we came home to find it cut super thick (think bologna). Our fault for not specifying. $19 for 500g We then asked for a loaf of raisin bread. It was listed for $7.25 yet on the receipt it was $9..... A $8 bag of crouton sticks and we ventured to the cafe. This time knowing better we didn't order hot food. A few cookies and a mocha. This was fine, however the mocha seemed to lack mocha... was very pale in colour, not sure if it was missed or just weak. Not sure this will matter to anyone as the store seems to have a very loyal following and is busy. But we won't be back again.

Very disappointed today. I ordered a bowl of soup that was advertised for $5. but I was charged…read more$5.50. When I asked about it I was told that prices had gone up and they couldn't change what was advertised. I replied that it could be re-printed, blacked out, or included on the separate chalkboard noting the soup of the day. The .50 was not the issue but the 'too bad, not sad' flippant attitude really was poorly handled. I was with a group of 8 people who all ordered beverages. I for one won't be back. Whatever happened to 'the customer is always right' or AT LEAST honour the prices posted. Cindy.

We bought a cake here for my mom's 70th birthday and were so impressed! We chose the "Crusty…read moreForest"--their take on a Black Forest cake--and it was absolutely delectable. What we loved most was that it wasn't overly sweet. It had a wonderful, strong fruit component from the cherries that balanced perfectly with the chocolate and a light, thin layer of whipped cream. The cake itself was incredibly moist and executed with such care. It was a total hit for the celebration! I only wish we lived in Victoria so this could become our regular go-to spot for special occasion cakes.

Crust Bakery is a hidden gem! I love the atmosphere and the smell of freshly baked goods…read more Everything looks (and tastes) incredible. The pastries are perfectly baked, not overly sweet. My favourite is the pistachio tart. The staff are friendly, helpful, and make the whole experience even better. Whether you're stopping in for a quick treat or picking up something special, Crust Bakery never disappoints. Highly recommend!