$1 coffee and a full breakfast menu and within walking distance to the all important Barrie DriveTest facility! I've been up in this area a few times for various reasons and the last couple was for driving test candidates. One was my son... he finally wanted to get his G2 before time ran out. Dropped him off and walked on over for breakfast. Crossed my fingers too - not so he passes his test, but so he doesn't damage the Merc! LOL! Williams is a nice change from the Mermaid brand of places that dots every major corner and mall back in the GTA. Step inside and it's a proper dining facility and one that is not filled with hipsters that thinks buying a Venti Latte pays rent for their arse to be planted for the whole day on a table. Dropped my stuff off at a comfy table and ordered up breakfast. Haven't had a breakfast like this in a long while - just your standard good old cholesterol rich American Classic! HeHeHe... Yup, eggs, bacon, and toast - with a good cup of coffee. The place was clean, nicely decorated, the staff was ultra friendly. They brought my order to the table and even brought condiments when I asked for it. Good Service... something that is missing over the pandemic and at the Mermaid club. Well... breakfast done, belly full, walked back and yes... Merc in one piece! Yah... Oh.. yeah. He passed. And now what do I do when he says... Can I borrow the car!?! FML!!! Cheers! read more

Average food at full price . The servers are young and ambitious but seem to be held back in helping the restaurant advance . Plugs for laptops are sparse and as a result the younger generation gravitates toward cafes that are more accommodating. read more

A-OK chain restaurant. Enjoyed my Sunshine Salad, but the coffee was mediocre, for our tastes. They are still more setup for takeout than eat in, but are transitioning. Decor is darker wood. Menu was a bit confusing as signs seem to show they have milkshakes and smoothies, but were absent on the menu. So, I dunno. Services was cheerful and speedy. Would I return? I'd grab a salad from them again Would I recommend? It's a-ok. read more

FRESH MY ASS.. Nothing so fresh about this place everything is precooked, paid 50 bucks for just a frappe and waffle fried chicken microwaved, and a salad.. would never even recommend this to my enemy that's how awful the food experience was i literally had to buy a burger from kenzington right next to it 50 bucks down the drain not only that the freakin frapee was just pure nesquik how do you stay in business like that read more

love their lattes better and cheaper then star bucks, the staff is very friendly and efficient. I love renting the private room for get together. read more

I love this spot!!! one of my fave coffee spots in Barrie, my fave drink is the iced vanilla chai latte because it's not an overpowering vanilla which i don't like. the only issue is the drive through service is extremely slow, every time we come here through the drive through we're the only ones there yet it's about a 30 minute endeavour but I'm never really in a rush when I stop by here so it's no worries to me! Definitely love drinks, the food is good too, if you're looking for a new coffee spot in Barrie that isn't Tim Hortons or Starbucks, try this place, but maybe go inside instead of the drive through haha read more

Stopped in for lunch out of hunger desperation. I never heard of the place before so I didn't know what to expect. The inside was very nice, service was very friendly, prices were decent. The place was not busy on a Saturday afternoon, but it took longer then expected you get our food. I had the Waldorf wrap, and I was impressed. Beautiful presentation, get fresh flavor. It was worth the wait. I will be back to try more of the menu. read more

Williams Fresh Cafe - Waldorf wrap - Cafes Near Me - Barrie, Ontario

A nice atmospere for a South-Barrie coffee shop. I prefer this ambiance to Starbucks, especially in the evening. They bring the coffee to you as well; a novel idea. read more

Williams Fresh Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Barrie, Ontario

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I've stopped in here a few times for coffee. The coffee is fresh as they promise but I would not describe it as my favourite java joint. The restaurant would be closer to its 'fresh' promise if it found a local roaster (I'm making an assumption here - but the coffee needs to at least taste as though the beans are still fresh). Better than something like Tims, but I would love to get a pour over with some single origin fresh beans. That would inspire me to stop in more than just every couple months. The food menu looks delicious though I've never ventured past the bagels. I'm impressed by the prices and will look forward to stopping in here someday for lunch. Lovely dining are, enough seating for everyone. read more

I have never eaten here until I discovered it on Skip the Dishes, and wow! My boyfriend and I ordered their turkey club sandwiches, gourmet macaroni, and iced coffee, and we received a free piece of delicious cake, two bags of free chips, and free garlic bread! We've ordered a second time and plan on ordering again and again! Super great food and care for their customers. I can't wait to visit in real life once the lockdown is lifted! Keep it up read more

First time back after three years was a giant disapointment. I used to love their quiche with its light crispy "not pie crust" crust. No more. Now its just your standard pie crust. So I traded it for the breakfast bagel. Toasted must mean "slightly warmed" here. They brought me Miracle Whip when I asked for mayo....come on people....it's not the same. My moms wrap was warm on one end and cold on the other. Staff were unfriendly and seemed bothered that we were there. Nothing here was worth my time or money. read more

I placed a pick up order a few days ago. When I got there and paid they ensured me that everything was in the bag after I asked twice. Once I got back to the office I noticed that they forgot two meals which left myself and my friend without a lunch. We asked if they would deliver it because we were unable to go pick it up and they said all they could do was provide a refund. Myself and my friend were without a lunch at work all day. read more

Nice folks here. One of my go-to places for coffee meetings. Relaxing booths if you're looking for a bit of extra privacy.

The food here is decent, but the drive through waits are RIDICULOUS!!!! I have gone on multiple occasions, been the only person in the drive-thru, and waited upwards of 10+ minutes for one smoothie or one salad. I understand needing to serve customers inside as well, but the drive-thru is meant for QUICK service. If you cannot handle that then you should not have a drive-thru option, or you should not before entering that you will be late for work if you want a drink from your company. read more

Food was great. Renovations look wonderful. Very slow lunch time service. Not the place to go when in a rush.

A quiet unhurried atmosphere conveniently absent of TVs on every wall. The pleasant and healthy focus on organic qualify well prepared food was refreshing and tasty. The absence of sauces was noticed but probably not by my calorie counter. Delicious potato wedges, kale salad with basalmic dressing, tender and juicy salmon, and had squeezed lemonade topped off a wonderful meal. Will return for seconds. read more

The service isn't great. They could be friendlier and faster but the coffee is always fresh, the lattés are hot (though a little foamy) and it's got a great atmosphere. Also the food is amazing. Good joint for catching up with friends! read more

I have lunch there about 3 times per week but no more. I brought 14 people in this morning around 8am some had breakfast and we all had treats and coffee. Staff was great. The manager was horrible to us. The music was overloud and when we asked to close 1 glass door to the room (used to be smoking room I think) we were told its 60. this is nonsense as no one came around the store for at least an hour or so. One of the staff closed it and the manager came over and made of point of opening it production angry..I mean how dare we bring 12 people in for breakfast etc. and talk. We are all business people and professionals not kids or hooligans loitering. Shame I will miss their power bowl and friendly staff but will not spend a dime nor will my staff at a place where we are treated like that. read more