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Gelareh Mirhashemi
at 2024 Mar 05
Gelareh Mirhashemi
at 2024 Mar 05
A variety of apple products such as apple pie, apple butter ,apple cider, caramel coated apple, honey from apple blossoms and …
Nice to visit when you’re on route.
The building itself was closed during winter.
Tim D
at 2024 Mar 01
Tim D
at 2024 Mar 01
Ordered btea today at 630pm. The worker at the counter is amazing. Nima is incredibly nice and helped us pick awesome drinks first time here!! The coffee oreo milk tea with coffee jelly is bomb! Thank you!
mark pettit
at 2024 Mar 01
mark pettit
at 2024 Mar 01
The only thing is that this bakery has too many good options to choose from, we’ll have to come back often to try it all. If you don’t suffer from decision paralysis, you’ll love it here. After much deliberation we settled on the strawberry mocha 😍🤤 And the classic breakfast sandwich which was beyond excellent.

The bakery has an eclectic array of art and atmosphere here is very chill and welcoming. The staff was really cool as well, the owner really cares and it resonates throughout. Will definitely be making regular visits here, could easily become our own version of Central Perk😅❤️
Dylan Muzzerall
at 2024 Feb 22
Dylan Muzzerall
at 2024 Feb 22
Artisan Bakery:

Hands down, the best sandwich I've ever had! I went for the charcuterie sandwich, which is a brie lover's dream. The staff? Super friendly! The vibe? Cozy, inviting, and fun – plus, they've got some awesome locally made stuff, including some cool queer positive items. Artisan Bakery isn't just about the food; it's a safe and inclusive space too.

And let's talk about that coffee – delicious, served in pretty ceramic mugs. Plus points for being disability-friendly from entrance to seating (I'm unsure about the bathroom situation as I did not use it). Oh, and I couldn't resist grabbing some freshly made bread – seriously addictive! Thanks, Artisan Bakery, for an awesome cafe visit. You guys rock!
Jehangir Syed
at 2024 Feb 19
Jehangir Syed
at 2024 Feb 19
Great spot to stop on a roadie. The treat shoppe within is an excellent stop for some gummies and they have halal ones there as well. There also a store with lots of pies and tarts and other delicious items. There is also windows to peek through to see the magic. There is also a restaurant with some food items and a petting zoo for the children. All in all a good spot.
M I
at 2024 Feb 18
M I
at 2024 Feb 18
This place always adds such JOY to my day! Its impossible to come here and not feel welcomed and appreciated! All staff are top notch and the food is THE BEST IN TOWN. Qualicum Chicken Sandwich has got my mouth watering just thinking about it! Thanks again team! What a gem!
An Le
at 2024 Feb 18
An Le
at 2024 Feb 18
The Garden in Strathcona was a delightful experience in a cozy eatery that focuses on healthy options. We had the breakfast sandwich, breakfast bowl, and penne pasta, with a delightful blueberry and cheese scone to round off our meal.The standout for us was the breakfast sandwich, uniquely crafted with a flatbread and egg omelette, a creative twist on a classic dish. The quality and presentation of all the dishes were high.The Garden offers a very inviting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Steph Purdy
at 2024 Feb 13
Steph Purdy
at 2024 Feb 13
What a special place! Finding Artisan was (as Bob Ross would say) “a happy little mistake”!
Sadly, good customer service is rare these days & this place could teach a master class in it! The staff were Warm…welcoming…informative & helpful… If I could give more stars for service I absolutely would!!
& even better were the croissants!!! A dynamite croissant for me is all about “the crack” &
ARTISAN’s croissants delivered the perfect “crack”.
I have already told many friends & family about this place & will definitely visit when I am back in London!
I hope to see you there!!
Khalila Ali
at 2024 Feb 07
Khalila Ali
at 2024 Feb 07
I don’t like the new chicken wing menu. Stick to what you were doing better. Changing the chicken wing menu. I love supporting small business but at the same time, I expect good food. Don’t serve people things you wouldn’t eat. Return the old version of how you were making the fried chicken wings.

To the owner, what other way did you want me to address this, while I was at the restaurant, I called guy who served me this and I told him. He nodded and left. So maybe instead of getting salty, you need to take time and teach your employees of proper customer service and how to deal with such kinda of situation.
I had no issue with the previous way of how you were cooking the wings, chicken was always cooked well and appealing to the eyes and the taste was amazing. But this new recipe, it’s not good. It’s not pleasant to the eyes nor the taste.
In addition to changing the recipe, you could have change the picture too so that you don’t sell false advertisement ( quite honestly I was really taken aback by what I was served. I know you’re upset, but with this kinda business, you need to have thick skin and accept criticism and work on doing it better next time. I wish you nothing but the best and yesterday won’t stop me coming.
I had to write a review for you to be aware of what is being served since you’re not there to see. It’s not like when you first opened, asking customers how their meal was and all that, why did that have to change? Why when a customer raise concern to the employee, nothing was done.
the problem with majority of small businesses, they start well, selling a very big standard which we consumers like, then change and not keep up. It should always be white glove service, no matter what. That should be your motto.
We only get asked by Abdullahi himself if he will be at the restaurant how was the meal and so on. You will still see him interacting with customers genuinely because he seems to be the only one who understands how to deal with customer and provide a proper warm welcome and service. It shouldn’t be this way, All employees should be trained the same way wether he’s present or not, because service is on every day you open your doors to us, not only when the owner himself is available. Learn to take criticism, am not here to tarnish your reputation.
Andrew Yin
at 2024 Feb 07
Andrew Yin
at 2024 Feb 07
I’ve passed by here many times and finally stopped for a short visit in September. It didn’t disappoint! There are so many apple products, including things that I would never have imagined. I got a good old apple pie, and I quite enjoyed it. The big apple face is cute. A nice place to stop by during your drive!
Eram R
at 2024 Feb 06
Eram R
at 2024 Feb 06
First time tried out Somali food, and was pleasantly surprised. Quality of food was 5/5. Reason I took out one star was because the quantity was less for the high price of the food. Definitely will go again, and recommend others as well. Also, the place didn't have loud music like other places so we could actually have conversations like humans lol.
Mackenzie Connell
at 2024 Feb 04
Mackenzie Connell
at 2024 Feb 04
Artisan is awesome!! Delicious pastry, perfect coffee, inviting atmosphere.. My personal favourite: chocolate filled almond croissant and cappuccino! Take home a sourdough loaf or a fresh pizza dough for supper! Sean the owner is super friendly and always great to chat with. Highly recommend!
Lynch Alcala
at 2024 Feb 02
Lynch Alcala
at 2024 Feb 02
LOVE Gong Cha but this location is notorious for forgetting to add toppings you paid for. This is the THIRD time I asked and paid for tapioca and the order comes to me with NO toppings.
Georg
at 2024 Feb 01
Georg
at 2024 Feb 01
Big fan of our local be fresh store. So much so that we already miss it with our pending move to port moody.

Who would we have to petition to make port moody the next be fresh location? Ideally in/close to the Klahanie development there 😇
Hamed Fathiannasab
at 2024 Jan 29
Hamed Fathiannasab
at 2024 Jan 29
A fantastic stop along the 401 highway! The shop offers freshly baked apple pie and a delightful array of pastries and other delicious treats. A must-visit for a quick and tasty break during your journey.
Sarah
at 2024 Jan 18
Sarah
at 2024 Jan 18
The young lady that served us today was so sweet! Being a new customer it was nice that she didn't have issues explaining what each drink is made of or with. Peach green tea is what I got and I really enjoyed it! Felt for the her tho as the heat wasn't working in the store.
Keep in mind I'm only reviewing the food court, not the club.

When I ordered, I asked the staff what "M" and "NM" were on the menu. “She explained: "M is a member, and NM is not a member." I said: "Then I am not a member .”(my husband is a member, but he is playing hockey and not around, so I didn't use his membership number). I felt the tone of her voice was Not very friendly either, when my son asked about the price of the drinks, then she started to express her impatience. When we finished ordering and it was the turn of the next customer, her attitude immediately changed to become friendly.

I immediately thought she was impatient because I am Asian and my English is not good, and I feel race discrimination.
Wolf Schneider
at 2024 Jan 11
Wolf Schneider
at 2024 Jan 11
In a world of corporate coffee shops, this is yet one more. But it remains consistent to what you expect from it, which is why one goes there. Plus bonus stars....
Y K
at 2024 Jan 07
Y K
at 2024 Jan 07
must try - top tier:
sweet bread; there’s a name for it
Beef Kofta with rice & salad; every single grain has flavour
Chicken Kofta with rice & salad
Beef Samosa

I LOVE IT HERE! NO MATTER WHAT TIME, ALWAYS SO FRESH & DELICIOUS
ALHUMDULLILAH - THANK YOU!!
Specifically reviewing the coffee roasting. Blown away by FP's base Ethiopian. Beautiful aromatics, soft edges, mellow acidity considering how bright this roast is. Not surprised to read about their victory with a different Ethiopian roast. Kicking myself for having walked past French Press before...
Went here for breakfast. The moment I stepped into the store, there was a tempting and delicious aroma of food.

The breakfast toasts here went way above and beyond my expectations. I can confidently say that they are the best breakfast toasts I have had in years.
E T
at 2023 Dec 24
E T
at 2023 Dec 24
It's a great stopover during our winter road trip. The Big Apple appears to be open all-around season where in wintertime there is a lot of Christmas decor out plus a Christmas market. I enjoyed my time browsing through the country grocery store, where they sold more than just apple produce. There's fresh honeycombs, baked goods, toffee and other farm produce sold fresh here. At that time we also got a free box of honey candies with our purchase during a winter sale. The raw honeycomb tasted awesome!

Prices vary depending on what you're buying. There are restrooms available, and a factory section where you can watch bakers create the apple baked goods like pie from scratch. I definitely want to visit this place again, during the summer and recommend this place to anyone on the highway passing. The Big Apple is an open and welcoming place to customers of all ages and very family friendly too!
This place is a must go if you’re looking for fresh, local, organic, or even niche products. They’ve got an amazing array of fruits and veggies and a variety of awesome snacks and pantry essentials. If you need some last minute gift ideas they also have a bunch of locally sourced products and natural home goods. Plus, they’ve got the best coffee in the area. The Americano deal cannot be beat and the staff are always friendly, fast and knowledgeable. Definitely a place you have to check out if you’re in the neighborhood!
Naomi E
at 2023 Dec 18
Naomi E
at 2023 Dec 18
I have bought cake for delivery from Sweet Something Vancouver for years and ordered the same cake from them six times. However, after my experience on December 12th with the owner Donna while trying to sort out delays with the delivery of a cake someone had gifted me, I’d honestly go as far as learning to make the cake myself before I ever give them my money again.

My partner ordered a cake for me from Sweet Something Vancouver on December 12th despite being allergic to eggs. It was a surprise gift to lift my mood after dealing with some trauma. However, Donna was so rude, dismissive and condescending that I ended up in tears while she continued to go on saying the issues with the delivery were my fault even though I went outside to meet the delivery driver as soon as I was told he was there.

The procedure that whoever processed the order followed was different than usual. Usually, they call the person who ordered in advance then send an Uber tracking link to whoever will be receiving the order and the delivery person buzzes upon arrival. They were given my number but never contacted me prior to the driver's arrival - Donna insisted that they did and that I was being untruthful, unwilling to consider that it was my partner who they might have contacted, and even though she herself told me it was a gift after the reason she gave for calling was met with confusion.

The driver initially called me at 4:52pm but I was away from my phone. My partner was on the phone with the driver for several minutes trying to get him to use the buzzer before I saw his missed calls. I called back twice at 4:58pm and 5:00pm but he would pick up and say nothing. I went downstairs at 5:00pm immediately my partner asked me to and there was no one in front of my building in a car or otherwise. I didn’t know about anything going on until my partner told me to go outside to pick up an order. They said the driver seemed confused and refused to buzz like the instructions stated, suggesting to my partner that there was no buzzer at the address he was given. Donna called at 5:09pm. I didn’t even know a cake was being delivered until Donna called using her personal number and stated the name of the business.

Donna told my partner that my name was on the bag alongside both of our numbers, so I assume the driver thought it was all one person or that one of us was from the store - the language barrier and everyone hopping between calls also made things challenging. Everyone involved was confused, and that was ultimately because they didn't follow the order instructions where my partner specified that they should contact me to sort out delivery details, so it seemed Donna and the driver kept mistaking me for my partner. By the time we convinced the driver to just return the cake since he was being enigmatic and couldn't confirm what address he was given for delivery, he said he was in Surrey on his way home and it was 5:30pm. Based on what she texted my partner to say later at past 10pm on the same day, the driver himself told her that the delivery address he was given "did not exist" when he eventually returned the cake.

All of this could have been rectifiable and I would have been accommodating if Donna had been kind and had any customer service competency. However, during the call earlier, Donna blamed me for the issues with the delivery. She was belittling and interrupting me during our phone calls. She said things like “I’ve already paid for delivery once and it’s not my fault that you think everyone is out to get you and you can’t just pick up a phone call” when tried to explain the situation further because I had mentioned that I missed his initial phone calls and didn't call back earlier because I thought it was spam. She seemed to think I was her child and not a customer, so I will not be supporting her business going forward.

Please also note that my partner has not been issued a refund or received proper response to the follow-up email we sent five days ago.
This place has such a great atmosphere! It's very green, lush, and calming. The servers were incredibly kind as well. Well worth going out of your way for.

I appreciated all of the fresh and healthy food options offered. I got a green smoothie and their daily frittata on this visit, and will definitely be back to try more!
Jonathan Golle
at 2023 Dec 16
Jonathan Golle
at 2023 Dec 16
A nice stop along the way heading between Ottawa and Toronto. Nice clean washrooms are always a good find on a road trip. 👌 Apple pie can be hit and miss, I guess. The first time I came here, I had the best Apple pie from here, and it's never been as good as that since. It's still pretty good, though, so I keep coming back. Apple bread 🍞 for the win here. Always consistently good. As of writing this review, the sign says they have sold over 2 million loaves. They must be doing something right to sell that many. Had the traditional poutine. It was acceptable.
Best place! Highly recommended
Sandra R
at 2023 Dec 09
Sandra R
at 2023 Dec 09
Wanted Congratulations Ron! on cake, but given hard upsell to add decorations. Was quoted $60 … no that was just for the decorations. Total was $150. For a 6 inch cake. Okay.. I figured worth an artisan’s time. I even gave a tip upfront.

For top of cake we settled on a book, glasses and an apple… expecting somewhat proportional and artistic display.

Artisan no. Instead I got a machine generated set of randomly placed objects that were out of proportion to one another, and some very badly hand crafted “eyeglasses” (no one knew what they were & they were smudged). WTTF.

I asked where’s the Congratulations Ron! ? Oh it didn’t fit, they said. So they put the premade letters on the cardboard the cake sat on. Again WTTF.

Does the owner have no shame? I try to support local and felt scammed. This is not how you treat your neighbours. So short sighted too, as our community is small.
Amreen Shafiuddin
at 2023 Dec 08
Amreen Shafiuddin
at 2023 Dec 08
Worth a visit and a great pitsstop on the 401 East. Ample parking space. Lots of activities to do for kids. Good Food options inside and also in the food trucks that were present outside. They have so many varieties of desserts and bakery items. Very hard to resist. Priced nominally. There is a mini golf course which even adults can play, some rides for the kids and a petting zoo as well. A great spot for a summer weekend.
Tom G
at 2023 Dec 06
Tom G
at 2023 Dec 06
Great variety of products. Lots of fun baked options, and pretty good coffees. Dog friendly is a nice touch. Wish there was a bit more seating inside, but the cozy atmosphere adds to the charm. Prices can add up quick, but there are economical options if you're not looking to break the bank.
This was in my list of 'Want to Go' places. We were pleasantly surprised by the peaceful and comfortable atmosphere at The Garden. Being used to Yaletown Coffee shops which are typically high-energy places, it is nice to know that a tranquil coffee place exists not that far from Yaletown. They have a sitting room area with lots of plants arranged around a couch, a coffee table and a couple of chairs. Even though we didn't get to sit there, it is within our view at table 3, and we felt as though we were part of that space. Another thing I appreciated is the fact that they assign tables when you order the drinks – rather than the usual mad scramble for a seat in other crowded coffee shops. We were there for lunch, and it appears that the option for no garlic was quite limited. After consultation with the kitchen, the host offered a couple of options, one of which was a kale salad with custom vinaigrette, plus chicken if I preferred. That's what I ordered. It was a very delicious salad, and I would certainly go all the way there again just to have that salad again. We also ordered the breakfast sandwich which comes with potato salad. The espresso drinks were very well made, made with Agro Espresso, and very enjoyable. We will visit again! In fact, we did go back again the next week. I ordered the same salad and was surprised to find the chicken missing, so I asked for a side of chicken, and since I seemed to have no reaction previously, I thought it might be OK. But apparently, the chicken had been brined in garlic. Yuk. And because I did not have an oat latte before the food arrived, the garlic hit was kind strong enough that I decided we better go home instead of ordering coffee drinks, just to be safe. My partner ordered the lentil soup which contains garlic strong enough that he will probably not order it again. I was disappointed with the chicken the second time around because it was chewy and dry, not like the first time. Well, the hosts are very caring and lovely people, and it looks like lots of patrons are regulars and really enjoy their food. So, we hope that this place will flourish!
First time in this café and it’s absolutely lovely. So many plants, beautiful art and decor.

I didn’t get a chance to try out their food (bowls and such) but I’ll definitely be back in to grab a bite. I did have their walnut cacao power ball and it was surprisingly moist and the perfect amount of sweet.

I also had a cortado and it was great; very soft, creamy and delicious. You can tell they use good coffee beans so that was a plus. The baristas were very sweet & nice 🌱

I’ll definitely be coming back! The vibe was great.

@thecoffeeseurr
Umesh Udayaprakash
at 2023 Dec 02
Umesh Udayaprakash
at 2023 Dec 02
Had the absolute best lamb mandi in Canada. Both mutton and rice was flavourful.
Shawarma wrap was also superb. Mind-blown with the hospitality and service and really enjoyed the orange custard desert.
Evan Wee
at 2023 Nov 25
Evan Wee
at 2023 Nov 25
This Gong Cha sits in the heart of downtown London along Richmond St known for its great eats.

The drinks are great and made with quality ingredients. Because the toppings are so flavorful, I recommend having less sugar as the option. The coffee jelly is a stand out.

Milk teas, regular teas, smoothies and slushies are all excellent. They do not dilute it with filler or ice, and so the flavor is strong.

There are hardly any seats and so it isn't a place to sit down and enjoy. Rather it's for folks to drop in and take out a treat.

Parking is a bit tricky during events and you are better off parking nearby and walking. Otherwise, on a lazy weekend, it is devoid of crowds.
maido Bakari
at 2023 Nov 17
maido Bakari
at 2023 Nov 17
The new decor is so pretty, I'm in love!. What makes this place special is that their food is always great every time I visit I'm never disappointed. The staff are always helpful and the place is spotless. Keep it up, guys.
Marie da Camara
at 2023 Nov 09
Marie da Camara
at 2023 Nov 09
Amazing service! The food was fantastic and delicious. I had an amazing experience at this restaurant, and the dessert dont remember the name of it, but it was so good
Juan Hernandez
at 2023 Nov 05
Juan Hernandez
at 2023 Nov 05
This Starbucks is located inside the Safeway on Broadway and McDonald. It is one of the better Starbucks I have seen inside a Safeway. It has a very nice sitting area which appears to be busy every time I come to do my shopping. The food and the coffee are like any other at Starbucks everywhere. The service is good and here it is better than others. I like lattes and decaf coffee or hot chocolate. Simple drinks with no additives like some of my high maintenance friends. Because of my simple requests I often find Starbucks options a bit much but it is always a quick order for me.

I recommend this Starbucks. It is a nice place to sit and have a conversation even when people around you are shopping. People don't pay much attention to you as they are busy scanning for shopping items so you don't feel crowded.
Best bowl I’ve ever had, I love this spot. The atmosphere is lovely the staff are kind and the plants and art on the walls are absolutely beautiful, I highly recommend stopping in here for a bite to eat post workout, you will not be disappointed
Cheyanne Stout
at 2023 Oct 27
Cheyanne Stout
at 2023 Oct 27
What a place!! Where flavour, local culture and kindness come together in a pleasantly warm first experience of Qualicum!! 11/10
Great experience as always by Nurse Stephanie and the office staff. This is my 3rd visit. The $55 fee for the lesion check is well worth it.
My partner and I have called so many times and they never answer the phone. The moment I call from a different number they pick up right away, I question why they never answer their phone because patients are trying to get a hold of them and they hang up on me. I would not recommend these people at all. If I could give them a 0 I would!
Aysa Emami
at 2023 Oct 15
Aysa Emami
at 2023 Oct 15
Was there at 5:30PM on October 14 and had a disappointing customer service experience. The barista had an attitude about restocking the venti lids and was unhelpful when I had too much stuff in my hands. Finally, my coffee was completely burnt. Would never come back here.
First time trying this small cafe was amazing and second time back is consistently amazing!

Must try their tomato soup and classic club!
Their daily baked good are also very good!
Cyrus Lee
at 2023 Oct 01
Cyrus Lee
at 2023 Oct 01
This location is brutally slow. They seem to only have one till, but won’t even try to multitask and take more than one order at a time (even when there’s 3 baristas working!) They seemed more interested in texting and chatting.
Best americano deal in the city! AND they have amazing housemade almond and cashew milks. Their staff are super nice too. :)
Sharzi BD
at 2023 Sep 28
Sharzi BD
at 2023 Sep 28
I love the atmosphere but they have just a few seats! The plants make the cafe stunning 👌🏻
The staff are not very friendly unfortunately!and our coffee tasted like it got burnt! 🤦🏻‍♀️
Jp Kang
at 2023 Sep 25
Jp Kang
at 2023 Sep 25
Our friends recommended this spot and it is a hidden gem. The menu is varied with lots of options, but even staples and Canadian spin-off dishes were all tasty and great value. I don't have somali food often and it is reminiscent of middle eastern flavours. I had the kebab plate and shared samosas with my wife. We enjoyed the meal, I do miss garlic sauce which is not synonymous to Somali dishes but the side sauce that came with it was a great addition to the dishes we had. Will come back for more if I am ever in the area again. It is probably a hidden gem as the rexdale area has very little options.
Yana P.
at 2023 Sep 24
Yana P.
at 2023 Sep 24
The pearl milk tea is good and the staffs are great. I had a situation, thanks to them it was resolved. Amazing service. Highly recommend this store. Would definitely come back. 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Amazing place, great drinks and food! Their tomato soup is to die for and the chicken Brie sandwich dipped in is so delicious. Really anything in that soup is delicious.
Jason McLinton
at 2023 Sep 13
Jason McLinton
at 2023 Sep 13
Perfection. Amazing and creative menu, incredible atmosphere, great service and reasonable prices. Best café in town.
1 1
at 2023 Sep 13
1 1
at 2023 Sep 13
Charged $1 for extra base when it is $0.50, AND an Indian worker with glasses had horrible attitude, gave me the dirty look or something :) refreshers are light tasting even though I asked for EXTRA base. Used to come here pretty often, NOT ANYMORE. consider twice y’all
Can’t say enough about this gem. They are “ fresh,” literally. Always smiling and happy! This establishment also donates a lot of food instead of throwing out . Check out “ too good to go” if you haven’t. Their bags are amazing.

Only had one odd experience here which oddly enough, appeared to be management guiding staff while I was awaiting to be helped. I wasn’t acknowledged and was rather ill that day so I would have appreciated at least that. Regardless, I love this place.
Great food and service. Britt is very cheery and attentive. Thanks for the great meal! The Qualicum chicken sandwich is delicious! The breakfast sandwich is also really tasty. Everyone loved the black bean soup and the kids grilled cheese was so yummy. The patio atmosphere made everything even better. Hidden gem
hammyone1
at 2023 Aug 28
hammyone1
at 2023 Aug 28
I ordered the falafel and hummus platter. Flavours were excellent. Portion size was great. Good value for what you pay. Lots of vegetarian options on the menu. Atmosphere presents as clean and inviting. A place you would want to sit and stay for awhile. I would not hesitate to return to this restaurant - it’s well worth the visit.
highly recommend ..been a great place to raise our kids and play hockey, tennis and hit the pool in the summer
Maria Li
at 2023 Aug 22
Maria Li
at 2023 Aug 22
Nice atmosphere but mediocre taste. I went on a Sunday afternoon to the standalone store outside the market.

While customer service was nice, there were few choices of baked goods. Ordered an iced matcha with oat milk and the fig newton mille feuille. Both looked good but tasted mediocre at best. The matcha is relatively low quality and had very little matcha taste. The mille feuille was overbaked. The figs added nothing to the pastry as the prominent flavour was just sweet.

Would not recommend either items.
Siddesh Nambiar
at 2023 Aug 20
Siddesh Nambiar
at 2023 Aug 20
Rude customer service. Charged me $1 extra because I said easy ice (I know, the policy change), I went up and asked why and the person got defensive and started quoting policy, all I asked was why didn’t you tell me what was happening? She got agitated and said can’t help it. Someone else came and said sorry. The drink itself was also watered down.
Well, what a lovely surprise… a hidden gem in a seedier neighborhood. In Strathcona, on Hastings Street in Vancouver’s Eastside, this cafe/bakery/shop at first seemed out-of-place, but after spending time inside, just felt like a local hangout. We thought we were entering a plant store. Lol! The atmosphere is wonderful…who doesn’t love greenery everywhere, adorable seating and merchandise to browse. After feasting our eyes, we focused on the food and drinks menus - a good selection and what we ordered was done right! Kudos, too, for the service. We will be back!
Sat outside on the little patio, the food was amazing. We had avocado toast with greens and Americanos. Was a delightful little meal with a very nice atmosphere. This was suggested by locals and did not disappoint.
Carmen Garcia
at 2023 Aug 11
Carmen Garcia
at 2023 Aug 11
Best cinamon roll I’ve tried in Vancouver Island. All the rest I’ve tried in other coffee shops were dry but this one was a 10 🤤 so fluffy and full of cinnamon and glaze!
Emmanuel Hermanez
at 2023 Aug 06
Emmanuel Hermanez
at 2023 Aug 06
I recently had the pleasure of trying the milk tea at "Gong Cha," and it was a delightful experience. The moment I entered the establishment, I was greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The menu had an impressive selection of milk tea flavors, each with its own unique twist, making it difficult to choose just one.

After much contemplation, I decided to go with their classic "Royal Milk Tea." From the first sip, I could tell that this was no ordinary milk tea. The tea was perfectly brewed, striking a harmonious balance between the rich tea flavor and the creamy milkiness. It had a comforting and smooth texture that made each sip a moment of pure indulgence.

What made the milk tea at "Gong Cha" stand out even more was the quality of ingredients they used. The tea leaves were of premium grade, which was evident in the depth of flavor and aroma. The milk used was fresh and not overpowering, allowing the tea's natural essence to shine through.

I also appreciated the option to adjust the sweetness level to my liking, ensuring that I could enjoy the drink exactly as I preferred. The serving size was generous, making it a satisfying treat that left me feeling content and uplifted.

The attentive and friendly staff added to the overall positive experience. They were happy to answer any questions and made sure that I was well taken care of throughout my visit.

In conclusion, "Gong Cha" offers an exceptional milk tea that caters to both tea enthusiasts and those new to the world of bubble tea. With its inviting atmosphere, premium ingredients, and attentive service, Gong Cha is definitely a go-to destination for milk tea lovers. I can't wait to comeback
Nicole O
at 2023 Aug 05
Nicole O
at 2023 Aug 05
Way overpriced, the cake lacked flavor and the texture of it was just odd. Got a mini egg cake and the only mini egg to it was about 8 mini eggs on the top. It’s not often that I meet a cake not worth eating but this one is not. Changing from one star to two as they did refund us but I can’t give a good review as we didn’t get another edible cake from them.
We tried a red velvet cake. There was absolutely no flavors in it and it was just color, our teeth turned red afterwards! even the cream on the cake was just simple sugar.
The coffee was not good either and was too expensive.
I truly regret the money we spent there.
Cheriss Lansens
at 2023 Jul 24
Cheriss Lansens
at 2023 Jul 24
We had the absolute best experience working with Sean and his team! They catered my vegan baby shower and I could not have asked for a better team to work with. They were so responsive, the guests absolutely raved about the food and the ordering, delivery and payment process was seamless. They included the sweetest hand written card which made the order feel personal and showed how much they appreciated the support of their small business. We will absolutely be ordering from them regularly moving forward and using them every opportunity we can for future events and celebrations.
Sahar A
at 2023 Jul 07
Sahar A
at 2023 Jul 07
Not sure what kind of club this is that the VM says the office is open from 6am to 10pm but I've been calling their number 5 days in a row on Weekdays between the hours of 10am-4pm and no one responds!
Sel
at 2023 Jun 23
Sel
at 2023 Jun 23
FYI to all customers: Starbucks will CHARGE for LESS ICE because they would have to add more base to it lol. So, not to be CHARGED, please order your drinks online lol
Ghada Abdou
at 2023 Jun 16
Ghada Abdou
at 2023 Jun 16
The girls were lovely & kind. I love the aesthetic inside & I got the brown sugar milk tea which is my fav bubble tea but first time trying it here! I also got a little bubble tea keychain :)
Will be back :))
Emilian B
at 2023 May 29
Emilian B
at 2023 May 29
2 nights ago I broke into the shop cause I was ordered to do so and stole a box of 6 cupckaes. Over all the servic was nice. The old addage: serve yourself.

I also wantes to add that as a proff it was me: all the tiles were f in the bathub.
Jake Middleton
at 2023 May 22
Jake Middleton
at 2023 May 22
If you want a javachip with no java, and nothing heated up, and
NO STARBUCKS APP support, go here 👎👎
The customer service is excellent, and the food is splendid. We all liked the avocado toast with chiabata toast and Shakshuka breakfast. The house roasted coffee was aromatic and strong.
Vanessa Ho
at 2023 Apr 11
Vanessa Ho
at 2023 Apr 11
Have you been to the new Gong Cha spot in London, ON? Back to one of my favourite spot for bubble tea!! 🥰Their menu has updated since the last time (I still see one of my fav there - strawberry Oreo milk tea!) This time, I got:

🧋Black Sugar Milk Foam Oolong Tea with Tapioca 🧋
My friend got this drink and she said it is pretty good! She got 30% sugar and less ice! It took her by surprise because there were some crunchiness to her bubble tea as they added some crunch on top of the bubble tea! Everything together was a very good combination! ✨🥰

🍓Strawberry Milk Tea with Kanten Jelly 🍓
I was craving for milk tea today so I got their newest menu item: Strawberry 🍓milk tea with strawberry jelly! The jelly was strawberry flavour and chewy. Along with the strawberry milk tea, it was a great combinations full of strawberries! I got it with 30% sugar with 30% ice!🤍
Moj Noroozi
at 2023 Mar 29
Moj Noroozi
at 2023 Mar 29
One of the most delicious breakfast sandwiches I’ve ever had. Warm and nice atmosphere inside and outside the cafe. Interior design is pleasant. Orange olive oil cake was such a wow! I really liked it. High quality coffee was served as well. Everything was just the way it should be! Highly recommended . Unfortunately I’m not living around to be able to enjoy it everyday. Staff are outstanding too.
I'm tired of people using the bike lane as free parking. Sure you can unload and pick up elderly and people with mobility issues. BUT people just idle there or park for free instead of the paid parking lot or parking at walmart or wiliams and walking 200m on the foot path or student parking lot. I'm just going to keep reporting it to the city (probably just to have it continuously ignored)
Tom McHugh
at 2023 Mar 02
Tom McHugh
at 2023 Mar 02
I love this spot for fresh produce and any smaller items I need when not doing a full grocery shop. The staff are very nice, there is a lovely seating area, and best of all, they do $2 coffees which definitely keeps us coming back.
Shonnah
at 2023 Jan 15
Shonnah
at 2023 Jan 15
This place is such a gem. Walking in, it has the vibe where you wanna go to put yourself at ease. I personally would love to come here after a massage or something relaxing. Cement walls, plants everywhere and not too loud. Only thing is limited seating.

Food was very wholesome and predominantly vegan. I saw most people review the mushroom bowl and it did not disappoint. It tasted good, and I felt pretty healthy and light afterwards. I also went for their salted chocolate chip cookie, which has no refined sugar. I’m not sure what they used, but it had a strong coconut flavour. It’s more a cookie if you’re craving sweet, rather than craving cookie… texture was good, but it didn’t really remind me the chocolate chip cookie I had in mind. Lastly, the oat milk flat white was great! Nice and creamy, espresso was flavourful. Good kick but no compromise on flavour of that makes sense.

Overall, I’m a big fan of this cafe and will definitely be returning! It’s a great place to come along or with friends!
Very old facility, a maze of hallways and stairs to find dressing rooms, almost no seating. I don't think they know that they can clean Plexiglas.
Inner Insights
at 2022 Dec 08
Inner Insights
at 2022 Dec 08
Had me at puppy friendly establishment. Sourdough bread lover I am. Love the deal of buy a loaf and donate a loaf💗
Sandwich was perfect as was their cappuccino..
Friendly and sweet staff!
Love that they support local vendors with everything from pottery, honey and flours.
Simply perfect. Service is very friendly and fast too. When ordering to stay coffees and hot drinks are served in very homey-like big yellow mugs... This adds to the flair! I got a Mocha and wow, it's the best I've had so far in Canada: one can taste both the hot chocolate part and the espresso shots. Fantastic. Highly recommend this place and if I'm around, I would definitely be back.
Jordan Ross
at 2022 Sep 09
Jordan Ross
at 2022 Sep 09
Stopped by this cute little spot with a gorgeous backyard patio (a courtyard, one might say?) and had great and friendly service as well as a delicious vegan soup and sandwich. No vegan baked goods when I went there but I heard they were going to be adding some soon! Will definitely be back when I'm in the area.
Extremely disrespectful and unprofessional receptionist. (Blonde female) I went in with my girlfriend as she needed to re-book an appointment because it got accidentally cancelled by the receptionist. She couldn’t get through on the phone for over 2 weeks trying so we drive from kitchener to book the appointment. My girlfriend came out of the office very upset while I was waiting in the parking lot. I went back in with her and were given horrible attitude immediately and we’re cut as she slammed the glass and locked it. Completely uncalled for as there was no disrespect given to her. She has been with this doctor for a very long time and says that he is a great doctor. Can’t say the same for his receptionist.

Extremely disappointed by this.
One of the worst reception “ladies” of all time.(blonde curly hair probably named karen ) Full of attitude. Talks back doesn’t let you book your appointments. Cancels your appointments on you without you knowing! . Will take everything out of context . Very sexiest. Doesn’t answer the phone. You play phone tag just so you can talk to YOUR doctor . Very very unprofessional establishment . The doctors are great the people at the desks are very disrespectful . Do not recommend this to anyone . I’ve had the same doctor in within family for 45+ years never had a problem with reception until now. Very unimpressed DO NOT RECOMMEND
I’m playing west van this year and so excited to play in such a good facility. In the past years when I have played there the staff is very friendly and the change rooms are very clean and nice.
Leslie Kerluke
at 2022 Jul 09
Leslie Kerluke
at 2022 Jul 09
Wonderful little coffee shop/cafe with a very pleasant rear courtyard to eat, drink and relax in. Stopped by on our way up to Courtenay/Comox for brunch/latte. Had the Southwest breakfast sandwich and latte. Very delicious breakfast sandwich for sure. Would go back and/or recommend to friend for a visit.
Gracy Wang
at 2022 Jul 05
Gracy Wang
at 2022 Jul 05
We ordered the rainbow salted caramel cake for my daughter birthday. It was quite heavy and sweet. You could get it within the same day. It is also not pricy. The front girl was so nice to help us ordering the cake.
Cinintya
at 2022 Feb 02
Cinintya
at 2022 Feb 02
Thios is Organic Acres’s sister store!!
I went there many times. You can see that i cannot stop taking pictures of the store! It’s always been a pleasant shopping experience.

I got their Be Fresh meals, and coffee. It tastes so yummy just like how it looks! And i know that their coffee roaster won 15 medals in Italy! No wonder their coffee is so great but surprisingly good price! Top pick compare to other coffee shop in the area.

Just like Organic Acres, they are all about LOCAL!! I can say it enough. Not usually write this long review for both stores. But they are so greattt!!
Lori Ergas
at 2021 Dec 05
Lori Ergas
at 2021 Dec 05
Emma from Sweet Something bakery is so talented I was blown away! She made an incredibly beautiful birthday cake for my son's 25th Birthday and it was not only the most gorgeous cake but it was so delicious!!! She is very organized and was perfect in dealing with Sweet Something! Thank you so much!!! great memory in our photos of special day!!!
Stopped in here for a coffee and bite to eat before catching the Ferry. For a drip coffee found it strong and satisfying. My breakfast was absolutely delicious. Very flavorful and tasty. Service was friendly and helpful. Worth a stop if you are looking for a quick bite and decent cup of joe.
Alex Kwok
at 2021 Feb 09
Alex Kwok
at 2021 Feb 09
Everything is always so fresh at the Be Fresh Local Market, you know exactly what's going into each one of your products, and the staff is friendly as well as informative. They make you feel like family and they're very knowledgeable about their products. Highly recommended.
candy L
at 2020 Sep 21
candy L
at 2020 Sep 21
BeFresh Market is where I get my organic coffee and teas and love their avocado toast ,too.
This afternoon though, I had a croissant, but it was dry and had no flavor at all. I asked the staff if the croissant was from yesterday, she said no, it was fresh. I ended up telling the other staff who offered me a refund. Will not have the croissant again
I understand walk in clinics are busy and a wait time should be expected due to the unpredictable nature. However, I made an appointment online through their booking system, hoping it would lessen the wait. Currently, it’s been over 1.5 hours and still waiting c: I’ve seen patients arrive after me get seen promptly within 20 minutes.
Long wait times of more than 6 weeks for Ian MacPhee for a simple family doctor visit and inability to use clinic's walk-in if assigned to a doctor. Faulty online booking system and difficult to reach receptionist on the phone. Unacceptable service standards plus paid parking. They will try to squeeze any penny from you. Nearby Edinburgh clinic wait times are much lower and doctors are more accessible.
Phenomenal facility and staff. I have nothing but good things to say about them. I have my doctor, pharmacist, physiotherapist, chiropractor, massage therapist and dermatologist all under one roof. All the medical staff and receptionists are very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend them.
Alyssa Becker
at 2019 Jun 09
Alyssa Becker
at 2019 Jun 09
Drove over an hour to get here to try the Japanese souflee pancakes (which I had fallen in love with in Japan). Pancakes were okay, but not what I was hoping for. My lemonade was so sour I couldn’t finish it. It allows you to make reservations online, but there are only about 15 seats inside, some of which require you to crawl over an old radiator to access. We saw others walk in and try to sit down only to be kicked off the table because they aren’t really managing their combined reservations/walk-in coffee shop combo very well. We had a party of 3, one of with mobility issues. We were told there was no public washroom (in a restaurant? I’m pretty confident that’s not even allowed), and so we were forced to have to urgently rush a member of our party across the street to the shoppers drug mart to find a washroom, causing 2/3 of us to have cold breakfast. All in all, wouldn’t come here again. On the plus side, employees were trying their best to make due and provide quality service. However it was confusing where they were serving and where we were suppose to help ourselves (for example: they took our order at the table, but when we asked for milk for coffee they pointed to a stand in the corner so we could do get it ourselves). In need of more space and a clearer identity.
I registered my son in one of the summer Multi Sport Day Camps, one week for $365, included lunch. The program guide indicated skating as one of the activities, no mention that you have to own your own skates. I thought this was a great camp, he would get to try a variety of activities in a safe environment. The Friday before the start of the camp, I receive a standard email from the camp instructor, guess what, turns out if you don't own skates, you cannot skate and would have to do another activity. Okay, I wasn't happy but I figured the kids would get to swim, since they have a pool but no, the alternate activity was coloring, 2 hours sitting in a cold rink colouring! I sent an an email with my concerns, no response or acknowledgement.
I was not impressed, and I won't be registering at NSWC again, no follow up to my email, and my son didn't have a great time. It's not worth the $$$, and the program guide is misleading. There are better choices and options available on the North Shore.

****Thank you Kim Hirji for the immediate follow up and call with regards to this posting. I appreciated your explanation and that you plan to make your brochure clearer moving forward. Your call made all the difference and we will indeed try NSWC again for further camps**** Thanks!
A big place just one time for birthday party. I cant say alot comments here. Il put a pic