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Stephanie Maccc
3 reviews on 1 places
For a place that was super busy, with a 10-person or so line up, they were great at keeping the line moving (at my visit)!
Ordered a hot coffee with cream; it was the safest option for my current diet. It was good, although my taste in coffee may not be as refined as some people for coffee.
First impression of Starbucks Reserve:
Definitely a fancier Starbucks; they have a more exclusive menu not found in a regular Starbucks franchise. Leather indoor seats, more stylish interior, dark stone accents on the wall.
I'm not quite knowledgeable with the other perks this location has, but it's left me with an impression that it's a very boutique coffee shop. Has indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of space, however plenty of customers as well.
No complaints; I got a coffee, I grabbed a seat, and left once finished. Friendly baristas, very good at getting the drinks out timely. I only waited maximum 5 minutes for my drink.
Ordered a hot coffee with cream; it was the safest option for my current diet. It was good, although my taste in coffee may not be as refined as some people for coffee.
First impression of Starbucks Reserve:
Definitely a fancier Starbucks; they have a more exclusive menu not found in a regular Starbucks franchise. Leather indoor seats, more stylish interior, dark stone accents on the wall.
I'm not quite knowledgeable with the other perks this location has, but it's left me with an impression that it's a very boutique coffee shop. Has indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of space, however plenty of customers as well.
No complaints; I got a coffee, I grabbed a seat, and left once finished. Friendly baristas, very good at getting the drinks out timely. I only waited maximum 5 minutes for my drink.
Visited with my dear friend today, for a Beach Goddess package (back, neck, shoulder massage, customized facial and lash tint). I may have overdone it with the 3-hour duration indicated on their website, but my friend and I were determined to catch up on our spa tour of Victoria (delayed due to covid).
Quaint location in Cordova Bay, free parking available in their Customer parking space underground. It says 2hour only, but it was alright as we are customers. It's in the same building as the bakery found on the main road.
We were greeted promptly and checked in, given our health questionnaire and was each on our way to our appointment rooms. My friend told me they give phone call reminders the day before your appointment as well, which is helpful.
Helen was very kind, professional, but also easy to talk to. I was very self-conscious about my own body image, but Helen just put me at ease with talking during my massage. The facial I stayed silent, and Helen was perfectly on auto-pilot. Probably for the best I didn't distract with my nonsense. It was so relaxing I managed to catch myself almost dozing off! Lash tint was not very good for me, as my eyelashes were black and tinting them didn't do it any favors (just one thing to note if you're thinking of lash tinting). BUT! My friend looked like a doll when she came out with her lashes.
Products used were Eminence brand, which each product smelled delicious-one smelled healthy haha... There was the Mangosteen cleanser that smelled like delicious mangoes. We left Willow King with some samples as well.
Take aways for me: while 3 hours seems like heaven, it was a really long time to stay laying down. It's nice to try though, and definitely worth it! Helen was lovely, and my friend said her appointment with Nicole was nice as well. Currently the baths are not open, but they may accommodate alternatives to that which is nice. Rooms were tidy and ambient, appointments were on time that day.
I know there are plenty of spas in Victoria, but this is definitely a place to consider should you want to treat yourself!
Quaint location in Cordova Bay, free parking available in their Customer parking space underground. It says 2hour only, but it was alright as we are customers. It's in the same building as the bakery found on the main road.
We were greeted promptly and checked in, given our health questionnaire and was each on our way to our appointment rooms. My friend told me they give phone call reminders the day before your appointment as well, which is helpful.
Helen was very kind, professional, but also easy to talk to. I was very self-conscious about my own body image, but Helen just put me at ease with talking during my massage. The facial I stayed silent, and Helen was perfectly on auto-pilot. Probably for the best I didn't distract with my nonsense. It was so relaxing I managed to catch myself almost dozing off! Lash tint was not very good for me, as my eyelashes were black and tinting them didn't do it any favors (just one thing to note if you're thinking of lash tinting). BUT! My friend looked like a doll when she came out with her lashes.
Products used were Eminence brand, which each product smelled delicious-one smelled healthy haha... There was the Mangosteen cleanser that smelled like delicious mangoes. We left Willow King with some samples as well.
Take aways for me: while 3 hours seems like heaven, it was a really long time to stay laying down. It's nice to try though, and definitely worth it! Helen was lovely, and my friend said her appointment with Nicole was nice as well. Currently the baths are not open, but they may accommodate alternatives to that which is nice. Rooms were tidy and ambient, appointments were on time that day.
I know there are plenty of spas in Victoria, but this is definitely a place to consider should you want to treat yourself!
This was the second stop on my husband's mini food tour of last weekend. It was a little place tucked in a building near/at Cook Street Village. Doesn't look like your typical eatery, as it does have some outdoor seating and a few tables in the immediate vicinity of the front counter.
I say this because the eatery itself is inside a building shared by two other food establishments, all with their own distinct identity.
There was one main attraction in Mexican Village: Chef Gustav (I believe?). He has created delicious dishes (easy-to-read menu that you don't get overwhelmed with too much selection) that are made just right behind the front counter, and you could see the order being worked on right there.
The ambience of the restaurant has it's charm; I've been to Mexico a few times (but not as much as some others I'm sure)- the decoration and food took me back to when I vacationed there a while back. The salsa was a pleasant surprise- it's his OWN creation, which has this melodious harmony in your mouth that's not overly spicy. I would come back just to taste it. It's not overpowering in spice, but pleasantly flavourful.
I encourage visitors to sample the menu, and appreciate the care that was put into each of the elements in the dishes!
I say this because the eatery itself is inside a building shared by two other food establishments, all with their own distinct identity.
There was one main attraction in Mexican Village: Chef Gustav (I believe?). He has created delicious dishes (easy-to-read menu that you don't get overwhelmed with too much selection) that are made just right behind the front counter, and you could see the order being worked on right there.
The ambience of the restaurant has it's charm; I've been to Mexico a few times (but not as much as some others I'm sure)- the decoration and food took me back to when I vacationed there a while back. The salsa was a pleasant surprise- it's his OWN creation, which has this melodious harmony in your mouth that's not overly spicy. I would come back just to taste it. It's not overpowering in spice, but pleasantly flavourful.
I encourage visitors to sample the menu, and appreciate the care that was put into each of the elements in the dishes!