I chose to work out of Calico after seeing this cafe pop up on Instagram. It's a locally-owned spot…read morewith a few tables and booths that are well-spaced apart. The cafe had better vibes for chatting rather than for working / studying. I was hoping there would be more of a baked goods selection (they seem to carry the Donut Run's baked goods sometimes), but when I got there later in the afternoon, there was only one type of cookie left and it wasn't very appealing to me. I ordered a decaf gingerbread latte (seasonal special) which, aside from being a little too sweet for my liking, was a good latte in other regards.

I didn't even know this place existed until Anlina suggested we go there a couple nights ago. I…read morehadn't lived in Thunder Bay for a bit and all of the old Seattle Coffee Houses have closed down for the most part. So I was very excited to see that the Thunder Bay tradition of very cozy coffee places where you could come and study, read or catch up with friends still existed. The waitress at the counter was very friendly and very professional. She told us that we could go sit down anywhere and she'd bring our drinks out to us. I ordered a vanilla cafe latte. It came out in a nice large mug and was really tasty, better than what I've had at Starbucks and Second Cup. They had a large selection of other hot drinks and cold drinks, and some tasty looking snacks on the counter (which I proudly managed to ignore this time around). I had a medium latte, which was priced around $3.50. The decor was very nice and relaxing. I loved the warm dark colors that made for a really nice, seclusive environment. My only complaint is that there were only three booths in which to sit at. All three were occupied when we arrived; two of which by one individual each. It'd be a lot nicer if they had a couple more booths on the opposite wall since I much preferred sitting at them than sitting at the individual tables. With really wide table-tops, it looks like an awesome place to go to get some work done without interruption. I'll definitely go back here next chance I get.

Their coffee is absolutely delicious! We usually buy the coffee mochas which arent as sweet as…read moretheir competitors but its the right amount of sweetness. The staff are really friendly and service is quick. The only thing i would like to see improved on are the paper cups. They dont fit their lids properly which ends up spilling into our cup holders every time. The locations are convenient and its wonderful they opened the old Starbucks location at Indigo.

Cute cafe with great coffee and food! I had the creme brulee latte and I thought it tasted better…read morethan Starbucks' version. For food, I ordered the prosciutto gouda pretzel and tomato spinach roll. If I had to choose my favourite between the two it would be the pretzel - it was very crispy and definitely the best tasting pretzel I've had. If you prefer softer, chewier foods, you may like to tomato spinach roll more. Altogether the total was just over $21 with tax. Very reasonable portions and prices coupled with freshness and great taste - this is probably the best cafe I've been to including ones in Ottawa and Toronto. I'll be coming back if I visit Thunder Bay again!

There are 3 other Seattle Coffee Houses in Thunder Bay besides this location…read more All of them are in different types of buildings and have their own character. I like the big sofas and booths in the Arthur Street one. They do some lite food, such as tomatoe and cheese bagels. They have great coffee's. The cold drinks are super, and they let you choose your own syrup and make your own combinations of shakes. My favourite was banana and butterscotch. They are a bit more intimate than a starbucks.

Great ambiance and a decent amount of seating. Can get busy on weeknights (pre-covid) so prime…read moretime would be around 5-6 pm before the evening rush. I love the food and the baking, sometimes the coffee is inconsistent. For example, an iced latte or coffee might not taste the same as last time I got it. However, the staff is very friendly and it's one of the best places on the south side of TBay!

We ordered the Chipotle Chicken Unwrapped and the Venus Bowl. Overall, food tasted good and as…read moreother reviews have echoed, the food was fresh/healthy. We ordered takeout online. Only nitpick was that they accidentally gave me chicken instead of tofu in my Venus Bowl, and I only found out after I got home -- but they corrected their error by promising me a free Venus Bowl with tofu the next time I come in. Though the food is tasty, it's not as amazing as others keep raving about. Perhaps my expectations were too high given the price point. Portions are reasonable and filling. Bottom line, I'd still give other menu items a try next time.

Wonderful food, great place; lovely and cozy location. Local owners are friendly and have fun…read morestories to tell when you get to know them! Love the many options! Check out the sister restaurant Rebel Salad if your looking for a fast take out salad for lunch. Thanks for the food!Chipotle Unwrap

I have been to The Habit more than a handful of times and it has to be one of my favorite coffee…read morespots in Thunder Bay. I love the quaint aesthetic and furniture, the ample seating, the friendly baristas, the inviting atmosphere, the drinks, and the baked goods. The croissants (Saturdays only) and the blueberry ginger loaf (gluten free) are TO DIE FOR. Seriously, so yummy, I didn't even know the loaf was gluten-free the first time I got it.. I would love to know the recipe! As for their drinks, I usually get an Americano which is consistently good. But I've also gotten a latte and mocha (made with real chocolate) before and they were also wonderful. Best of all, all proceeds from their sales go towards supporting the women's shelter. I love supporting this business.

We stayed in Thunder Bay for a week and were here every single day. Their coffee and croissants…read morewere good, their earl grey cookie was AMAZING, and the employees there are absolute sweethearts! What's extra cool is that it's inside a beautiful church with beautiful stained glass windows and the employees are actually volunteers who give their time and the profits go to the church to be used for the community (apparently they're building a youth community center in town). I don't go to church, but it was so peaceful being there. It's definitely an experience--not your typical coffeeshop visit. I wish we had a church-coffeeshop-bakery all in one where I live. My only complaint is, okay two actually: 1) have a plastic lid that covers your baked goods from the flies 2) please don't play the same playlist--even if it was pretty music--every day; I was there every day for a week and was almost going out of my mind, haha.

Had a chance to try this coffee shop after staying a night in Thunder Bay while on a cross-country…read moreroad trip a couple of weeks ago. Got there right before they opened so saw them flip the "Open" sign. Ordering was quick and our drinks were made with care. Latte art always pleases the eye too so was happy to receive it. Very much enjoyed my oat latte as it was the right balance. Interior is clean, open, and rustic, with a decent amount of seating both inside and outside. Neat to see their roasting machine near the back side of the store. Probably should have bought some beans, but we were on a schedule to travel through the rest of Ontario. Off a side street, so there's free street parking.

Just when I wasn't sure about GOOD COFFEE in northern Ontario…read more.. This is as good as ESPRESSO / FLAT WHITE gets Phenomenal Perfect A MUST for TBAY

I've ordered both cups and pints at Prime Gelato and must say the pints are much better value for…read moreyour money! These are my favourite flavours that I'd recommend: 1) pumpkin spiced cheesecake - seasonal (this was an employee recommendation, and I was initially sceptical but it is SO unique and SO GOOD) 2) pistachio - so rich, creamy, and nutty 3) cold brew (milk based version) - great coffee flavour 4) froot loops - so addictive and unique 5) snickers - even better than the chocolate bar Other flavours that I've tried but didn't make my top 5: very chocolate, banana, strawberry, hazelnut chocolate, peanut butter chocolate pretzel, dairy-free London Fog, coffee baileys I love how Prime Gelato has seasonal flavours and there's always something new to try! Would recommend checking them out if you're craving a cold treat and are thinking of supporting a local business ;)

Phenomenal Had this for breakfast :)…read moreMaple walnut Terrific tasting Cool location may reasons to like TBAY

We came here for Sunday brunch with friends and ordered the Timberjack Special (all day breakfast…read moremeal) and Mojakka Meal (homemade menu). My husband and I wanted to try the Finnish staples. Overall, the food was good. The breakfast was standard and as expected. I liked the Finnish pancakes because they were soft, buttery, and the right amount of eggy. I just wished the dish was a bit more filling. My husband enjoyed his Mojakka stew -- it was hearty and comforting. The beef was tender. It wasn't the most flavourful stew, but I think the point of this stew is to be hearty and classic rather than unique / bursting with spices. Again, my only criticism would be the portion size being on the smaller side. The service was prompt and friendly.

Nova's is probably the most efficient restaurant I've ever eaten at, while still managing to be…read morefriendly. There was a bit of a line when we got there, but we were seated within five minutes. The hostess brought our coffee right away. The server was there in a couple minutes to take our order and the food was out in five minutes. It was amazing how quickly they moved people through there without seeming like they were trying to push them out the door. And, by the way, the food was excellent. You'll want to try the Finnish pancakes.