Had been meaning to go for awhile then it all came together one day so I grabbed a friend and made it happen. It's café style, meaning that you order from a counter then take a number. It seemed as though the daily specials are available until they sell out; perhaps a regular diner could confirm this. They looked good, but we were late, so we settled for pickings from the standard menu. Options include soups, salads ($4.65-$10), sandwiches and burgers ($9.50-$13), lunch bowls ($11-12.50) and all-day breakfast (actually just breakfast and lunch, so it's a pretty short day!). The beverage selection is extensive, including coffee, tea, smoothies, sodas that I haven't seen elsewhere in London, iced coffee, juices and more. All of the coffee and tea selections were under $5. There is a self-serve water station which is a nice touch; probably easier on staff, too. I appreciated their attempts to avoid single-use utensils and dinnerware. The only disposable waste were the paper napkins and the receipt. Food came out quickly and it really hit the spot. Good-sized portions were tasty and as described. Come out and support a business that supports the community! read more

Excellent breakfast in a bright, clean place. Service was quick and courteous. They offer a program for giving donations to buy coffee for people in need. read more

I've come here a few times now on different trips to London and every time the food has been amazing. It's always a happy place, the ambiance is wide open and very bright, just perfect. I had the Chocolate Frappuccino and 3 Cheese Bacon Sandwich this time, both were great. The chocolate frap wasn't too sweet, unlike many cafes that make their fraps very sweet. The coffee flavour wasn't too overpowering either. The 3 cheese bacon sandwich was amazing. One of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I've ever had, plus it was gluten free bread, I couldn't even tell the difference! All together, it's very well managed, happy and has great food and drinks. If only I lived in London, I would come here every day. Also they have a coffee donation program, like an organized random act of kindness for those in need. read more

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Good food, plenty of space for groups of many sizes, staff are helpful and friendly. The prices are perfect too. Most importantly, it's a wonderful project for pep to get a fresh start in life. read more

The ambiance of this place is relaxing and minimalistic, with a lot of natural lighting and spacious seating, making it a fantastic spot for grabbing a meal with either friends or coworkers as well as a great spot to get some work done. The food was delicious and tasted incredibly fresh, it hit all the right spots and had me wanting more. The coffee (they have medium and dark roast) is certainly something I'll be returning for in the future. Now it's story time: My friends and I were excited to try Edgar and Joe's $4 breakfast wrap and coffee promotion as we've heard great things about the cafe, but we've never had the opportunity to experience it ourselves. Unfortunately, on our way to the cafe one of our tires blew, which meant we weren't able to make it to the cafe in time before their breakfast meal promotion ended. We were quite upset with a blown tire and our breakfast plans all screwed up, so we called the cafe in a last ditch effort to save our crummy day. Crystal was extremely understanding and helpful; she may be one of the most personable workers I've had the pleasure of interacting with before. Not only did Crystal assure us that the cafe would serve us the breakfast special, but she even placed our orders in with a hold on them so that the food would be made fresh for us when we did finally arrive at the cafe. Without a doubt, Crystal's stellar service and kindness turned our day around and because of that we would not hesitate to recommend Edgar and Joe's Cafe to any of our family and friends. Thanks for all of your help Crystal! And thank you to the staff of Edgar and Joe's Cafe for being so incredibly accommodating, it made all the difference for us today. read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

Don't judge a book by its cover. Good people, good food, good prices. Located inside the Goodwill building

This cafe has a really great atmosphere. The space is bright, modern and has plenty of seating. I got a vanilla bean latte which was amazing. My boyfriend got the big breakfast--the standard eggs, toast, bacon deal. He enjoyed it! I got the grilled cheese with bacon (a pretty hard dish to mess up) and it was great. The only qualm I had was with the side dish of rice and ketchup...I've never seen those things served together on the side of a grilled cheese, or any sandwich really, and it tasted very bland. Overall, we had an enjoyable experience and I'm looking forward to trying more items on the menu. UPDATE (Mar 22): I've been to Edgar and Joe's countless times at this point, but I've literally stuck to the grilled cheese every time...until 2 days ago. I got the egg omelette sandwich on an everything bagel and I was really disappointed. There are no details about what's on the sandwich on the menu, and the toppings were very odd. There were wilted spinach and tomatoes on top instead of inside the omelette which made the texture kind of icky. It was very slimy. Also, they used a "lemon mayo," and A LOT of it. I couldn't tell what it was the whole time--I had to go up to the counter before I left to ask. I honestly thought it was tartar sauce. Anyway, it was not good. I was expecting a typical breakfast sandwich, so it's probably my bad for not asking for more details. Moral of the story: beware of this sandwich!! read more

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Edgar and Joe's is one of my favourite places to grab breakfast in London! I always go for the classic breakfast which comes with 2 slices of toast, eggs of your choice (I get over easy), sausage or bacon and home fries (with potato and sweet potato). It's super simple but so so delicious! Along with the classic breakfast, I always grab a vanilla bean latte - I love it because it's nice and sweet, however it might not be suitable for somebody who likes their coffee strong. Edgar's and Joe's is extremely spacious and they have floor to ceiling windows so it's always nice and bright in there! Lastly, I think the best thing about Edgar and Joe's is how affordable it is - the classic breakfast is only $5.95 and leaves me full even past lunch! Not sure if this would be a deal breaker for anybody but they don't offer nonfat milk and instead only have 2% Also one last thing - they offer community coffees so make sure to purchase one if its within your budget! read more

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I love the concept of the cafe and the café itself! It's an open space and brightly lit with natural light. I had the usual breakfast with scrambled eggs, sausage, potatoes and toast. The food was decent. I found the sausage interesting--it was a mini patty and not the usual breakfast sausage link. I liked that you can ask for a side of peanut butter and jam with the toast! I appreciate their reasonably priced menu, and I would definitely come back for brunch. read more

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Loved the open concept design of this cafe. Very airy, with lots of natural lighting. Didn't get a chance to try the food but the menu options looked appetizing and reasonably priced. Enjoyed my iced coffee ($3 for a large). There is a lot of seating available, and a lot of free parking spots in the back (although when I came on a Tuesday afternoon, most of the spots were taken). Would recommend this place for breakfast, lunch, coffee or a study sesh. Update: dropped by a second time. Enjoyed my grilled veggie panini ($6). Would NOT recommend the latte w almond milk though. It comes w sweetened almond milk, and tastes like the instant coffee + almond milk drink I make at home (which is to say, tastes ok but not worth the $4.75). read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - The almond milk latte $4.75. Not worth the $ in my opinion. - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

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The food is yummy and the staff are friendly. I ordered a Chicken Roundhouse Wrap and it was tasty. The greens in the wrap are the mixed leafy type and it also had olives, cucumbers, pickles, and grilled chicken. The kitchen had a large order of brunch coming through a few tables and the wait for my wrap was about 15-20 minutes, from the first estimate of 5 minutes. I think the kitchen has sped up since they opened late last year and the quality of food is still as good. I'd visit again but when I have some more time for ordering and eating. read more

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At first I was a bit withdrawn from entering this establishment. My little knowledge about it definitly didnt serve me very well as I learned what this place was about. The beautiful and classy atmosphere is not all that can be expected from this lovely little cafe. However as well top percentage in customer service and delicious food and beverage to go along with that. Comfort is also somthing this cute cafe has to offer. I may not be certain who joe is or where he is but i know where he, and everyone SHOULD BE read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

I really love the way this cafe's interior is set up! Incredibly open spaced, its perfect place for having brunch with friends or even alone while not feeling cramped in a space, yet still cozy. I had the classic breakfast which was so, so good and I really like that their home fries come mixed with yams and potatoes. Their soup of the day was cream of cauliflower which was very light and not too sweet. Coffee was also great and staff were also very lovely! read more

Been here 3 times now and each time the quality seems to go down. I sadly have to update this review to reflect their poor quality. Their potato salad is by far the worst I have ever tasted. Their hash browns are soggy, and delapitated. The edgar burger was a dissapointing let down. The patty was a dry flavorless mess. This place sucks now! read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - Disgusting potato salad - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

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Surprised I have not done a review of this place. It is one of my favourites. Today i ordered the Egg Nog Latte and a Soho Omelette. As usual there was plenty of food for the $7 plate. 2 pieces of brown bread, fried hashrowns containing potatoes/yams and a large omelette with cheese, ham etc. Even though the place was literally jammed, our food was out quickly. It was hot and tasty. Popular with non-profits for meetings, Edgar and Joes is a socially conscious business using local food even sourcing London's own Las Chicas coffee. You cannot go wrong with an All Day Breakfast Menu! read more

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this was such a delish dish ever i had the honey ham penni and it was to die for. the bread was toasted to perfection the honey mustard was so sharp and yummy. The cold pasta salad was seasoned awesomely tbe place was clean and decor was simple but elagant. was a great price for this meal. you are able to have a conversation with who you are with and not have to yell will most defently return :) read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

Really? I haven't reviewed Edgar + Joe's Cafe!? How has this happened!? Recently our office was under renovations so we went to Edgar + Joe's for our meetings. I really love that they have free parking in the back, and TONS of it! I never have to worry about where to park, or if I'm going to have to shell out a ton of cash just to have a quick coffee. I've had their breakfast here before and I really enjoyed it. Everything was so fresh and flavourful. They also have a low-carb breakfast which is awesome! Their Americano coffee is REALLY good. I would definitely suggest checking this place out with a group for a meeting with coffees all around or even breakfast by yourself! It's a great cafe with a bright, open vibe. read more

I have gone to Edgar + Joe's Cafe a number of times for breakfast, it's a great spot, light and bright with a patio in the summer. The food is amazing. I usually get the classic breakfast with toast, eggs, bacon & home fries. They do a mixture of regular & sweet potatoes in the home fries which totally kicks it up a notch. I've also had their ABLT which is a BLT with Avocado. The bread they use is home made, the bacon is delicious. They offer gluten free items and baked goods as well. They have lots of choice. I suggest you buy a community coffee when you buy your meal, it's a just $1 and allows someone who doesn't have the $1 to get a coffee. read more

Loved it!! Great food & friendly staff. Enormous portion of french toast & fresh fruit bowl!! Glad I came in this morning & would like to come back for more!! read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - French toast, fruit bowl & americano - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

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This place gets 5 stars for the concept alone, but the food is delicious too! I love the fact that this establishment really focuses on social responsibility and a commitment to the community. The space itself is inviting, and the staff are very welcoming. The selection of food is great, from lighter salad and fruit bowl options, to a hearty breakfast, as well as delicious beverages and vegetarian options. Bonus points for the idea of 'paying it forward' and adding on an extra coffee to your bill that will be given to another customer. I love it! read more

We stopped here for lunch while waiting for a meeting. The foods are unexpectedly delicious! We ordered Edgar burger, cheese burger, and panini, and coffee! Everything is fresh and tasty! read more

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Ambience- clean, trendy and spacious. Food- Delicious, vegetarian options are available. Staff-friendly, knowledgable and patient. Service-Good. Will we come again? Absolutely. read more

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Came here one morning as our favourite breakfast place was closed. The food is fine for breakfast, but I don't understand the hype or the prices. We haven't returned but may in the future to try something new. read more

This cafe is probably the best in the area for brunch. Its a modern cafe with incredible food options at a comparatively cheap price. Strongly recommend. read more

Edgar + Joe's Cafe - Caramel latte and Hot chocolate!!! - Cafes Near Me - London, Ontario

Located in the Goodwill building, I came here for breakfast while I was in town for work, based solely on the reviews I read on Yelp! I was pleased as the staff were very friendly, the prices fair and the breakfast really good. At 7:45 am, there were lots of empty seats and tables, several attentive staff working, which helped to speed up the process of getting food and coffee inside of my body! I will definitely keep this place in mind for the next time I am in the London area! read more

Looks expensive from the outside but boy was I amazed with the prices! We ordered two big breakfasts and every item we got was delicious! 10/10 read more

Awesome place to go for breakfast! The place is a wide open space with lots of natural light - it creates a fun, light vibe for breakfast. I had the SoHo (South of Horton) omelette, which was fresh and tasty. Pretty decent coffee as well. I could definitely see myself plopping down here for a couple of hours at the window ledge seating to do some work on the laptop. Highly recommended! read more

I've been to this restaurant for breakfast several times, usually with a large group of ladies after our Nia dance class. The food is well-prepared and the servers attentive. You order at the counter and food is brought to your table. We are impressed with the healthy choices and gluten free options. We have never had a bad experience there, even though at times there are 10 or more of us. We shall certainly keep dining there! Deep down, we're all Joe. ( you'll have to dine there to find out what that means). read more

One of the best (if not the best) breakfast/brunch place in London. Very clean, has an amazing vibe/atmosphere, and the food is only the best fresh quality. read more

Edgar + Joe's is the ideal cafe -- socially conscious, really well priced, in a clean, bright, and airy space, with great coffee and excellent food. You can get great breakfast sandwiches for under $5, delicious pancakes or french toast for under $7, and excellent, perfectly prepared eggs benedict for under $10. The service is friendly. They offer a wide range of coffee and tea drinks, all of which are great. There's ample parking in the Goodwill lot. Edgar + Joe's also serves a great purpose: they partner with Goodwill to employ folks who get job training, and they aim to raise awareness about poverty and other issues facing the community. It's a very welcoming space for all, and they let anyone who needs a safe and comfortable place to hang out do so. They serve lunch, too; I'll be back to try lunch sometime for sure. I came here with visiting relatives, who are big fans of fancy breakfast places in California. They were quite pleased with the food, too! read more

Although Edgar + Joe's is a little known spot to many students in London, it is definitely a place that I think everyone would love! Not only is the food fantastic, but the service and prices cannot be beat. The interior is also extremely modern, inviting and clean. Whether you're looking to chat over coffee or grab a meal with a larger group of friends, Edgar + Joe's is definitely a great place to visit. The only con about this place is that the hours are quite short, and it does close fairly early. However, if you're looking for a nice place to grab a reasonably-priced and yummy breakfast or lunch, this is it! read more

This is the first restaurant that I've been to since moving here and I already love it! Friendly staff, tasty food, reasonable prices, and an airily decorated chic interior, what more could you ask for? The one thing that prompts me to give 4 stars instead of 5 is that the food can be a bit greasy at times. Notwithstanding that, completely recommend. Ps. The philosophy behind this place is totally something I support. read more

Excellent food, and supports a good cause. I suggest brunch, however lunch is great as well. Highly recommended.

Why is this place listed as one $? Its not cheap. Heck its not even all that good. My food was cold. And the insane people running around in there! Doesn't help that its inside the goodwill building. Its meant for upscale eating, but its in the goodwill building, it makes no sense. Oh and when I was there, every pane of glass around the building was shattered by some insane "migrant" with a hammer....But LFP didn't report it. read more

I really enjoyed my meal there. The store has an airy and relaxing vibe. The only criticism I would give is that the wait time was on the longer side, but it was worth it because the food was prepared fresh. I ordered the big breakfast and it was very filling and satisfying. I would recommend this restaurant for brunch with family or friends but for beverages, nearby options may be better (e.g. Tim Hortons) because it is on the pricier side and I felt like the smoothie was mediocre at Edgar and Joe's read more

I recently went here for brunch based on the other Yelp reviews but was disappointed. The space was cute and modern, but the service was uninviting and the food was unappealing. To drink I ordered a mango smoothie that was dull and seemed like mostly yogurt and milk rather than fruit. With that, I ordered the avocado toast with home fries. The toast was soggy by the time I received my food and the potatoes were mediocre. My friend ordered the eggs Benedict, which arrived only after I was done eating. The poached eggs contained large amounts of egg shell, which was unpleasant. I would not go back. read more

I heard good things about this cafe as a breakfast spot but it was a let-down. It was cheap though, so that is a plus. I had the classic breakfast and my potatoes were very greasy though and my eggs were sort of lukewarmish and a tad underdone. The service was just okay. It sure is beautiful though - I give it that. The design of the space is inviting. There is a lot of wear-and-tear on the table that I was sitting at though and the chairs were kind of cheap and uncomfortable. read more

Who is giving this place four and five stars? The food is only slightly less than the stark atmosphere. Feels like eating in a glass box. The food was horrible. The eggs on eggs benny was pretty well hard boiled served on a dry biscuit. The potatoes were grease soaked and cold. A mix of sweet and reg potatoes, like they had been around for a couple days. No one asks or even checks on you probably because they are aware of how bad the food really is. My wife had the oatmeal "cakes" and they were disgusting. The place seemed frequented by college students with no taste buds. Dont bother going to this place! read more

This is a great little spot for breakfast/brunch. The service is prompt and friendly, the food is delicious and great value - we had eggs, bacon, homefries and toast with coffee for two for just over $20, you really can't go wrong! I really like the space too - bright and modern but homey at the same time. I'll be back! read more

I'd recommend this spot to anyone in the area. It's not well known yet but the place is nice, the food is great, and it's part of the goodwill, which, provides awesome services to the city. read more