24 Best Cafes near Cassidy

1 Connection Cafe

4.0 Good 17 Reviews

3350 Spitfire Way, Cassidy

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“I certainly don't share in some of these other petulant reviews. Ive often had the "full breakfast" at Connections and found the food to be fresh, tasty, nicely cooked and hot. The coffee tastes fresh and acceptable. The staff are always courteous and accomodating. Try buying a breakfast in downtown Nanaimo and you will pay 20% more than Connections and you will have to wait longer and probably stand in a lineup to order. Parking: Affordable parking”

2 Wild Poppy Market

4.8 Superb 145 Reviews

541 1st Avenue, Ladysmith · 5.1 miles

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“Huge “Thank you” for the small gluten free baking tray and 20 beautifully decorated cupcakes for my daughter & new son in-laws wedding. They were delicious and not one was left behind. Appreciate the service and assistance in the whole transaction. I am very pleased and the guests thoroughly enjoyed the tasty goodies 🧁”

3 COCO Café

4.8 Superb 106 Reviews

1840 Cedar Road, Nanaimo · 3.8 miles

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“it gets busy at around noon so get in early for brunch. eggs Bennie is really good”

4 Beans and Banter Cafe & Creperie

4.6 Superb 130 Reviews

422 Esplanade Avenue, Ladysmith · 5.18 miles

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“We had an amazing treat at Ironworks Cafe & Creperie. So many tempting choices, both sweet and savoury. Three of us wanted to share two crepes, and asked if our choices could be cut into thirds. Renee plated the thirds individually with full garnishes. 🌟🌟🌟 We had the ‘Four Berries and Cream” (sweet) and the ‘Spinach, Artichoke & Brie” (savoury). Hmmmmm. Latte was excellent. 🌟 Locally owned, caringly staffed, local ingredients. So impressed. Thank you.”

5 Brix + Mortar SocialHouse

4.5 Superb 131 Reviews

234 Commercial Street, Nanaimo · 8.17 miles

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“As a group of six we were delighted to find such a lovely place to stop for brunch. Dropping our son at university was the reason for our visit. Rick the manager went out of his way to chat with us and help explain what was available. Three of us had breakfast ciabatta, a ham/cheese panini and two lots of waffles. All delicious. Drinks were good, place was spotless. Staff not overly engaging but polite. Rick thanked us for visiting which was a really nice touch. We will return. Many thanks.”

6 Owl's Nest Bakery and Bistro (Saltair)

4.6 Superb 62 Reviews

10445 Chemainus Rd, Chemainus · 9.94 miles

“the BEST scones ever! Super adorable cafe and charming little patio at the saltair location.”

7 Serious Coffee Vancouver Island Conference Centre

4.5 Superb 88 Reviews

60 Commercial Street Suite 300, Nanaimo · 8.04 miles

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“Stopped in at Serious Coffee last weekend while road tripping around the island and honestly wasn't expecting much but the harbor view from the window seats totally sold me. Ordered a maple latte and a breakfast sandwich around 9am on Saturday and both were solid, nothing fancy but well made. The staff behind the counter were friendly and quick even with a line out the door, which I appreciated since we were trying to beat the crowds at the seawall. Parking nearby was easy to find too, so overall a nice little stop before we kept exploring Nanaimo.”

8 The Vault Cafe

4.4 Superb 388 Reviews

499 Wallace Street, Nanaimo · 7.96 miles

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“From Calgary - we drive through Nanaimo once every year to head up or down island. We discovered The Vault about 5 years ago and try our best to make sure we have time to stop for a coffee and a bite to eat. The place is always busy - which is a good sign and the food and coffee are delicious. The breakfast wrap is sooo good and I usually clean them out of their Snickerdoodle cookies. Always worth the stop - and much better than the food and coffee on the ferry.”

9 Ironworks Cafe & Creperie

4.7 Superb 314 Reviews

200 Commercial St, Nanaimo · 8.16 miles

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“We were just at this place. Great staff. Friendly. Food is amazing. I recommend Ironworks Cafe. Special mention to Renee, really friendly Thank you Rico and Rona”

10 Amore Bistro cafe

4.8 Superb 152 Reviews

2330 McCullough Rd #4, Nanaimo · 10.67 miles

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“Mille Grazie! Your food is always magnificent! Not only did you fit us in without a reservation on a busy weekend night, after I called the wrong restaurant; but you gave us a wonderful table with amazing staff! Very special mention to the Ceaser I enjoyed before dinner! Highly recommend it! May you have a wonderful 2024! You always make your guests feel like part of the family!”

11 Ground Up Cafe & Catering

4.8 Superb 97 Reviews

560 N Rd, Gabriola · 8.5 miles

“I just had a delicious "classic breakfast" at ground up cafe. The eggs were local and had lovely bright yolks and cooked perfectly and were truly delicious, the sausages tasted like real food, the hashbrowns tasted like real potatoes, and the jam tasted like homemade. My first breakfast there but definitely not my last. Then took a delicious piece of carrot cake home for dessert which was rich and moist with lovely creamy frosting. Highly recommended!”

12 Gabriel's Cafe

4.3 Superb 287 Reviews

39 Commercial Street, Nanaimo · 8.05 miles

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“The food was wonderful. This is the best breakfast spot on the island for a vegan! The staff were welcoming and great. The restaurant was busy even an hour after opening. I would recommend the freshly squeezed orange juice and the Jingle Pot Lots of options for everyone.”

13 Just Desserts

3.8 Good 6 Reviews

90 Front Street Suite 4, Nanaimo · 8.2 miles

“Pleaseeeee do try the hot dogs!!! Hot and fresh!!!! It’s one of the only shops opened on New Year’s Day, we were searching for eats, tried hot dog and clam chowder, it’s good portion!The small shop has only three tables but has regular customers who come for coffee every morning, owner was really nice lady. Everyone here were friendly and we had a great chat!”

14 The 49th Cafe

3.9 Good 12 Reviews

1020 1st Ave, Ladysmith · 4.83 miles

“a little bit of this and a little bit of that - a great spot to grab a snack while shopping.”

15 Coffee Shack (Saltair)

3.8 Good 25 Reviews

10862 Chemainus Rd, Ladysmith · 8.65 miles

“I like this new coffee shop and our walking group has stopped in a few times after walking the Stocking Creek trail. But we may not be going back because they don't sell drip coffee. Last time I was not even warned that they only sell Espresso so served me an Americano, which I found to be very bitter, even with lots of cream added. If I had been warned I would have ordered maybe a latte. But I prefer drip coffee, as do several in our walking group. I wanted to contact the Coffee Shack to give them feedback but they don't seem to have a website or email address.I have upped my review to 4 stars. My only concern was no drip coffee, and I was not warned that I would be served an Americano instead. Maybe they have a good reason for not serving drip coffee so that's their prerogative. But the Morning Glory muffin I had was fantastic. And it was nice to sit out back in the shade.”

16 In the Beantime Cafe

4.1 Good 133 Reviews

431 1st Avenue, Ladysmith · 5.07 miles

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“I just had the Tuna burger special for lunch. It was the most delicious luscious coffee shop lunch I have Ed ver eaten. Thank you for an amazing meal and the coffee was wonderful as well!”

17 The Bee's Knees Cafe

4.1 Good 153 Reviews

525 Third St #104, Nanaimo · 8.24 miles

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“This is our go to coffee shop! Great cinnamon buns and muffins! Lovely atmosphere and staff!”

18 Bocca Café

4.0 Good 90 Reviews

427 Fitzwilliam Street Suite 103, Nanaimo · 8.13 miles

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“As an Aussie travelling Canada for the first time, I had never heard of a Nainaimo Bar (I'm so glad I now have!) 🤩 ...Bocca Cafe have a huge selection of both traditional and specialty flavours, though if you're like us and come near the end of the day, be prepared for many of the fancier flavours to already be sold out (proof of how good they must have been!). We ordered the traditional one and a blackberry lavendar - the first was quite sweet, the other more subtle (& my favourite of the two!). I also ordered a Maple Latte 👌I absolutely LOVE that they were all gluten free! 🤩🍁”

19 Delicados Downtown

4.5 Superb 89 Reviews

358 Wesley Street, Nanaimo · 8.05 miles

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“Great food, friendly loved it.”

20 White Rabbit Coffee Co.

4.4 Superb 186 Reviews

321 Selby St A, Nanaimo · 8.06 miles

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“Definitely one of my favourite coffee shops. I visit regularly- the staff are very friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is always relaxed and welcoming. The coffee is first class!”

21 Mon Petit Choux

4.0 Good 153 Reviews

120 Commercial Street, Nanaimo · 8.11 miles

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“Had a really nice BLT and coffee, great service Thanks”

22 Mad Rona's Coffee Bar

3.8 Good 88 Reviews

500 N Road, Gabriola · 8.46 miles

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“The best lattes Ive ever had!”

23 Artigiano Departure Bay

3.8 Good 92 Reviews

680 Trans-Canada Hwy Unit 4, Nanaimo · 10.11 miles

“All in all, I think that this is the best coffee shop situated in Nanaimo. I may be biased, but the atmosphere makes you enjoy your delicious coffee even more than one could believe. I loved the richness of the dark roast blend, and the creaminess of the amazing lattes, not to mention the artwork attached to it. You can almost be certain that the crew makes sure to put in more time and effort into their creations and skills. Please be sure to visit when in the area, or when headed to one of the close by islands. Immaculate service! Thanks to the amazing Artigiano team.”

24 Waterfront Confections

4.2 Good 74 Reviews

90 Front Street Suite 6, Nanaimo · 8.2 miles

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“Hot summer late June day met the owner and was generously given 2 free servings of ice cream. I had the Nanaimo Bar one and my buddy had the cheese cake. Both were very good. Made with whole milk vs milk modifiers competitors use. 10 out of 10.”