Kicking off the new year, I found myself at Black Casket Cafe, a spot that definitely earns its…read morepopularity during spooky season--and honestly, the vibes hold up year‑round. We ordered a Dirty Chai, the Cold Queen from their seasonal menu, and split a Vegetarian Sandwich plus an Espresso Banana Bread. For two people sharing food and grabbing drinks, coming in under $40 felt like a total win. I love that their sandwiches are made fresh and fully customizable--your choice of bread, toppings, sauce, the whole deal. But the Espresso Banana Bread? Listen. Moist, rich, espresso‑kissed goodness. We tried to share politely... but both of us were definitely eyeing that last bite. The drinks were equally impressive--the Dirty Chai was creamy, spicy, and had just enough espresso kick to wake up my soul. Now, the decor is an experience all its own. They really stick to their gothic brand identity--right down to the menu. Think haunted country manor meets cool indie cafe. Dark walls, dramatic pieces, and yes... upstairs there's an actual table made from a coffin. It's a whole vibe. That said, I'm not sure eating a sandwich under an animal skull is quite for me. But the food and drinks were stellar enough that I'd absolutely come back--maybe just grab my goodies to go next time. The staff were incredibly friendly, and although the space is small (warehouse‑style with a couple tables and some bar seating), it has charm. Final verdict: Delicious drinks, great prices, unforgettable decor--worth the visit, even if you're taking your snack back to the land of the living.

Looking for a light lunch after an appointment. Googled "hole in the wall kind of places" This…read morepopped up and I knew it was in an industrial area not far from where we were. Easy to find, lots of parking. As we entered the place, we were quick to learn this place was unique. The decor is very cool. The people are super friendly, goth would be appropriate. They definitely are tuned for take away but have seating for about a dozen or so. We shared a Glutton sandwich (not gluten free) Very fresh, big and enough for the 2 of us. They have soups to go, fresh pastries. Just go there

I love how adorable and trendy it is and I love their unique and exciting menu! However, I ordered…read morethe Iced Macaron Latte because it said on the menu that it came with the heart shaped macaron. I ordered it for here, but I received my drink with a to go lid squashed on the top and no macaron. When I asked for the macaron, they were confused and said they didn't have any. I feel that a big part of their appeal is the fun toppings on their drinks, so when you don't even receive what you ordered it's pretty disappointing. Also, the pink whip cream is so cute, but squishing a to go lid on a for here drink kind of ruins the aesthetic. The staff seemed a bit confused in general to be honest, but maybe they were in training! Also the lettuce in my caesar wrap was extremely soggy. I still want to give it another chance though! I love the vibe and am hoping my experience was a one off

Been in 2 times now and been amazing both times. They make a perfect espresso and food options look…read moregreat. When I am coming out this way i will continue to come here.

The first time I went to Amarti Café was during the Oscar Watch Party on a Sunday, when any other…read moretime the business would be closed. I really enjoyed my time there and got to socialize with some of the guests that came. I even had the opportunity to try the café's drinks and desserts. When I came as an Oscar party guest, I was given a Charcutier plate and a glass of wine when I gave them my ticket. They were a great appetizer. As for their menu choices I had the Salted Vanilla Bean Latte. The drink was fantastic and did not need any added sugar for taste. I also had their Cortado, and I found it strong yet flavourful. I had their Cookies'n'Cream cake, which I found very rich yet enjoyable throughout eating it. The interior of the cafe is very modern-looking with a lot of space. I like the mild lighting inside the business and the fact that they use garden lights and antiquated furniture adds some hospitable quality to it. The staff were very courteous when I was there, even when they were busy hosting the party. Overall, this is an excellent café to go to frequent at and would very much like to stop there again.

This coffee shop has more than just coffee. There's cake, lava cakes, sandwiches, muffins etc. the…read moreprices are fair. The baked items are good depending on your preferred flavours (I.e. my husband didn't like the ham and cheese croissant because it had mustard ‍, but loved the other breakfast sandwich) I would have loved to try some of their coffee/matcha milkshakes! (Yes you read that right.. MILKSHAKES). The baristas were super friendly, and they measure out their coffee for their drinks so you know it's going to taste the same each time. The inside is VERY spacious, with lots of seating. The patio was lovely, however the seats were not very comfy and there was no garbage/recycling out there. YES, I would recommend this place. Will I travel the 10-15 min from my parents house to get coffee again? Probably not... ‍

I came to the Polly Fox for dessert and better coffee. I ordered the Cappuccino and the Vegan Apple…read moreFritter. The fritter was very crunchy and flavourful. The cappuccino was strong yet very good. The establishment was pretty modern looking with mild lighting and had a very relaxing aura to it. Even on a Sunday, it was not too busy or crowded when I stayed there. When I came there a second time, I have ordered the Avocado Waffle from their breakfast menu that has recently introduced. I also ordered it with the Spanish Latte.The latte was fantastic and did not require sugar for flavouring. The waffle was soft and crunchy like good waffles should be while the avocado was surprisingly good on the waffle. The Hollandaise sauce that came with the entrée on the side was exuberant. The Polly Fox is an amazing café best enjoyed during breakfast or brunch, so you could try their breakfast menu. Even then, their coffee concoctions and unique baked goods are worth trying. Highly recommend this place.

Went there only to pick up GF breads. Said they had baguettes. They do not. They have a log of…read moreheavy white rice-based bread with a vaguely baguette-like exterior and shape. But heavy as a brick, with no bubbles in it and, worst of all, not crispy exterior. False advertising or wishful thinking, but deffo not a baguette!

I went to Afterthoughts for the first time when Cora's became so busy, that I would have to wait an…read morehour or more for a table. The Afterthoughts is a pretty good café to go to. This café has a good selection of coffee concoctions and desserts, including keto and gluten free alternatives. I ordered the Keto Strawberry Cheesecake it was creamy and tasty. I also had the Gluten-Free Pecan Tart that I found was more enjoyable. The cappuccino was very solid and found no problems with the drink. The establishment has a nice traditional aesthetic to it with mild lighting. Afterthoughts is a great place to have a caffeinated drink and snack. It would be great if this place had a menu for of full meals.

The service was unpleasant, the waitress who helped me didn't seem interested in answering any of…read moremy questions regarding the desserts and acted like she did not want to be there. Maybe she just was having an off day? Either way the taste of the Vancouver style skor bar cheesecake made up for it because it was divine!

I was really looking forward to going to the Duft & Co for a while and saw all the delicious baked…read moregoods they made from their Google reviews. When I went there, however, I was a little disappointed that it was not as extravagant as I was hoping. Their choices in baked goods were very scarce. When I arrived there I found out that they do not serve their breakfast/lunch menu, but instead the daily special advertisement from their indoor sign. I ordered the Mozzarella & Caramelized Onions Focaccia bread and their cappuccino. The focaccia was great with the caramelized onions adding succulence and flavour that stood out. The cappuccino was good, nothing special though. I also had their Almond Butter cake, which was good as well if not a little solid to eat. There was not much to talk about the interior ambiance of the café and there was not much space inside, unless you go to the back of the café. The staff was very courteous in serving me and has a good deal of knowledge about their business. My experience at the Duft & Co Bakehouse was pretty good, and I would like to give them another try. However, it will be a while because of their obscured business hours would be hard for me to come around.

I woke up pretty early on a Wednesday morning got my license ready and headed for Canada. My one…read moreand only stop was Duft and Co. I've been dying to try this bakery for awhile and each time I have failed and it's no one's fault but mine since they were either sold out or I came on a day they were closed. So this day I planned ahead. I got there ten minutes before opening which always makes me feel awkward but a line was already formed outside. Once they opened you go in and are greeted with a wide array of pastries and baked goods. I picked quite a few but will say that I'm biased as I went to pastry school and well this was the best croissant I've ever had. It was flaky on the outside and nice and buttery on the inside. You can tell that they worked hard on these and laminated them perfectly. The coffee was good too but the pastries stole the show and I will be back.

Amazing farm fresh food! (The Mennonite omelette was a hit!) Fantastic and friendly service. The…read morerestaurant is in a light industrial park but it's clean and simple.

This is a fantastic place to go frequent at. I wish I knew about it sooner, since this cafe has…read morebeen down the street from downtown for 10 years. When I got there, I got a table right away and was offered some beverages. The coffee was pretty great, tasting some notes of orange pekoe, yet it was still good coffee. I had the Westcoast Benedict and I really enjoyed it. The benedicts were delicious; the bacon was succulent; the hollandaise sauce was overwhelmingly luscious. Even the hashbrowns were great on their own. I also had their Mennonite Poutine, which is highly recommended by their waitresses. The Schamaunt Fat sauce is very unique in taste and the Rempel's sausage is so good that I would want to buy the meat myself. The inside of the place has a modern look to it and feels very welcoming, despite the unsightly location. Common Place is still a highly recommended place to eat for morning and afternoon meals.

The atmosphere is cozy. If you're thinking of just going for coffee or tea, I recommend this place…read more However, I don't recommend the food at all. I ordered "homemade chili" with garlic toast for $7.75. It came in a small kitchen bowl. Garlic toast was just white toasted bread with some garlic powder sprinkled on top. Chili was literally tomato sauce in a bowl with diced crunchy (not thoroughly cooked) celery and onions, a few kidney beans, and no discernible meat whatsoever. I doubt any actual chili seasoning was used in the making of this "chili," as all I could taste was tomato sauce, and it had that exact look and texture. Very disappointing.

I normally don't leave reviews, but this place was perfect! I chose this restaurant b/c of the Yelp…read morereviews, and I was not disappointed. The food was good, the service quick and friendly, a quiet place to talk (no need to shout), and clean! I will be back for sure!