Not sure what the low reviews are about, but this is primarily a self-serve place with prices to…read morematch, community-like atmosphere, and a Kibbutz-y mentality. You drink/eat and pay at the end, honour system. Don't expect someone to serve on you hand and foot, fancy packaging, & outrages prices. Everything is baked on-site, items range from bagels (there were none prior to arriving at noon), loaves of bread, croissants, butter tarts, scones, & donuts. They also serve sandwiches and maybe pizzas. The items that I got weren't overly sweet. You can tell real ingredients were used like butter. Overall, it's a quaint place with good items and a breath of fresh air! Too bad a concept like this wouldn't work everywhere.

Are used to live in Canada and every time I come back , I stop at the city café. It's an awesome…read moreplace. I did so this weekend as usual but it will be my last time .. The gal who who was making the bagels at the Ottawa Street location had the personality and manners of a sign post ... i'm not sure why people like that choose hospitality when the understand nothing about it ... I called somebody who goes there all the time and ask them if it was just me and they said exactly the same thing. They won't go on the weekends because of this particular person. Not trying to get anybody in trouble but I definitely will not be back ... kenny

Really great little place! We stopped here for a quick "bite" on our way up to Toronto…read more Cute little place, nice and cozy feeling in here. Everyone was super nice. The Coffee was perfect and the donut was even better!

I am in town for work, and went exploring for a local coffee shop Saturday. Found this nice shop,…read moreand so happy I did. It's not pretentious. If you're not getting it to go, they serve your coffee in an actual mug and food on real plates. Nice selection of donuts, and some pretty good bagel sandwiches. I tried their Skor latte with a maple and bacon donut and their smoked salmon with cream cheese bagel. Top marks for all three! The donut and bagel were both fresh, the quality of the salmon was very good, and the latte hit the spot. The service was very quick, because for an early afternoon on a Saturday, they were hopping! There are some standard tables to sit at, but also some more comfy seats by the fireplace. It's a good coffee shop. Would absolutely stop in again when I'm up here for work.

Sometimes it's really good, most of the time it really awful. Inconsistent quality, deplorable and…read moreimpersonator, arrogant services.

Went for the first time to enjoy some pastries, my girlfriend used to get when she went to…read moreuniversity in the area. Unfortunately we had a bad experience. You can barely hear the staff and when they come to you they seemed as if we had no time to look at which pastries we wanted. We spent roughly $40 on several items. Everything was put in a bag so all the delicate pastries and macarons were squished and did not make it home. I also grabbed a coffee which I couldn't even drink.

With the Grain is my Saturday morning ritual. The coffee and baked goods are amazing. I stock up…read morefor the week with an oatmeal sandwich loaf (awesome for our Saturday lunch grilled cheese sandwiches), baguettes (they make for fantastic French toasts), croissant bread (which my daughter devours in her school lunches) and often something sweet as a treat - the brownies, bee sting bars and cinnamon rolls are always a hit! The staff is super friendly and I appreciate the loyalty cards for coffee and bread. The bakery itself is small but so quaint being in an old historical house. If you haven't tried With the Grain, you're missing out on a Guelph experience.

Blown away from the quick communication and the commitment to creating the most delicious birthday…read morecake for my daughter with the vision I had and more! Shannon really took the time in our call to get to understand what I want and made the best recommendations. The presentation of the cake to the taste = perfection! My daughter absolutely loved it and so many parents commented on how beautiful it was and that it truly was delicious. For the price, I couldn't believe it! Highly recommend for all special occasion cakes and bakery items! Can't wait to book my other daughters 2nd birthday cake! Thank you so much to the whole staff! You truly are a gift to us!

Who does love fresh bagels! Soft in the middle and crunchy on the outside - it tastes great!…read more It is not comparable to Montreal bagels, but that doesn't mean it's bad! It's not as dense, which makes it more light and fluffy. Don't think they use honey/as much honey since Montreal bagels seem to be a bit sweeter. Will definitely be back!

Since moving back to the K-W area, I was hoping to find a really good bagel shop (ala Montreal,…read moreToronto or "Finagle a Bagel" in Boston) :) The ONLY reason that I'm not giving this amazing hole-in-the-wall place 5 stars is the limited selection. Their Sesame Seed bagels are absolutely awesome!!! This was just my first trip - next time I'll get some of the plain and poppy seed bagels. (really wish they had onion, garlic and everything bagels!!!) If you have multiple people in your household, you need to get at least a dozen. These are fresh, out of the oven within the last few hours - you're going to need to have one fresh with just a little butter while you wait for the next one to toast and get slathered in cream cheese. :) And only $6.50 for a dozen bagels?! How?! :) Simply amazing!! Going to have to show some restraint and not go there several times a week!! :) Oh, they also do whole wheat bagels - but I think she said that you need to order them in advance?

My first time in Elmira stumbled here by chance. I was looking for a bank, and this café was right…read moreacross from the Royal Bank. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, which set the tone right away. I ordered a 12oz matcha latte ($5.75), and it was delicious. The flavor was rich and earthy with just the right touch of sweetness, exactly as I requested. I also loved the little heart design on top, even though it was a to-go cup. The café also sells sandwiches, pastries, and small gift items like candles and oils, making it a cozy spot to pop into. Overall, a really pleasant surprise and a place I'd return to.

Great new cafe in Elmira Ontario . Food is great although a bit on the pricey side for the…read moreportions . Recommend the sourdough bread it is incredible . Asian rolls are decent , bubble tea is ok , but the baked goods are where it is at :) . Staff and owner are super friendly and helpful. I find the ambiance a bit disconnected and no thought into the decor, but is passable

Great place for coffee and more. Been here several times. I would recommend it to others…read more Heading there tonight for Date Night.

I was taking a stroll through the neighbourhood with my family on one of our evening walks and…read morealong the path, we discovered a new restaurant which was Crepes and Coffee. It's situated along the busy Paisley & Imperial intersection underneath an apartment complex. I knew I had to return here in the afternoon for lunch. The inspiration behind this restaurant draws from a couple's dining experience in Europe. Here's my rundown: Food: We started off with the Coffee for Two, which came on a serving platter with a French press, 2 wafers, and 2 shots of Perrier water. The coffee was rich and it made for a unique experience with the French press. Florence - We then had one of their savoury crepes called the Florence. You had the option of getting this as a crepe or a waffle and it came drizzled with a light cream sauce, seasoned with salt, pepper & oregano. The filling had melted mozzarella and prosciutto and it was finished with field greens, cherry tomatoes, and a balsamic glaze. Overall, this was a pretty light dish! The crepe itself was slightly sweet and had a nice texture to it. Annecy - We finished with a Belgian waffle with ice cream. This came with French vanilla ice cream, strawberries, sliced bananas, nutella drizzle, and whipped cream. The presentation was beautiful and the dessert tasted very good and it wasn't too sweet. I would suggest sharing this with people as it's a little too much for one person to devour. Atmosphere: The overall vibe of the restaurant is nice. The decor is quite modern and there's a blackboard that showcases famous landmarks and places in Europe, which is the inspiration behind this restaurant. There's patio seating, high chair seating, and normal seating. There's a section that features one low-rise table and three chairs that's perfect for catching up with friends. All in all, I would say that this restaurant gives up vibes that make you feel relaxed and at home, which is what you should always feel at places like this one. Service: Service was good. The barista was really knowledgeable in the food items and recommended us all the things we ordered. The food didn't take long to come out and the barista kept checking up on us to see how we the food was and how are dining experience was. Price: The coffee for two was $7.00, savoury crepe was $12.75, and the waffle was $13.75 (it's an additional one dollar to get the waffle instead of the crepe). The price isn't too bad, especially given the great service. Verdict: Whether you're doing a stroll in the neighbourhood, catching up with friends, or just plain hungry, Crepes & Coffee is your one stop shop. They've been in business for 4 weeks now and our in the midst of experimenting with food options (they recently just introduced the savoury crepes). The west end of Guelph isn't quite known for its food or desserts so this place was definitely a nice addition to a area that's lacking desserts like crepes. Check this place out before it gets busy. One thing that you must bring is your credit or debit card as Crepes & Coffee makes an effort to try to reduce the amount of physical cash used and also went paperless. I'm giving this a 4.5 stars out of 5 mainly because of the great service, the atmosphere inside the restaurant, and the taste of the food. My two complaints are that they don't open earlier than 10am and their savoury crepe options are limited. Nevetheless, it's great to see the West End of Guelph growing when popping restaurants like this one.

Subs are amazing! Great spot to take the family with lots of options for the kids including…read moreKawartha ice cream. Spicy Italian and Loaded Pizza was the chefs kiss.

Pretty good subs. Subs were around $15-$20. We tried the meatball sub & the mad stacker…read more Surprisingly we enjoyed the meatball sub better. It's mainly a takeout spot with a few seating outside. They also serve ice cream as well.