50 Best Cafes near Colwood

“We grabbed a quick lunch at Habitat’s cafe & they didn’t disappoint!
The food came very quickly, really tasty! Not very authentic pad thai or coconut curry but surely tasty & the ingredients feel super fresh! Lots of vegetarian options. It was a nice surprise to have a great cafe in a university campus! ❤️“

“This just the best spot! You will find the loveliest people here and they have awesome coffee and treats!“

“This is one of Victoria's highlights. Bunny's is a hidden gem of a cafe and one of the few places to get a decent latte, flat white, or cappuccino. The food is good, but the atmosphere is cozy and community-oriented. The best way to describe Bunny's is that it's like coming back home for the first time. We're originally from Ontario, and stepping into Bunnie's, it was a quality cafe experience without any of the pretentiousness downtown. Just make sure you have some time to kill because once you get to the cafe, you won't want to leave, and they do close early.“

“These people brought free sandwiches to the striking postal workers. The sandwiches were really good and we wanted to patronize them so we went for a Saturday brunch and had the Chorizo skillet. Delicious. Can't wait to go back. Highly recommended.“

“We really enjoy coffee and treats and occasionally lunch in this lovely spot. The staff are great, the venue charming. The outdoor water views are beautiful. The only thing I would suggest, is to add few savoury baked goods, for those of us without a big sweet tooth. Savoury scones, sausage rolls etc for a small sustaining snack😊“

“Had the honey glazed pork bao this morning and wow. I'm so glad I popped in. the pork melted in my mouth, and everything was just perfect. Had to eat it in my car before driving back to Nanaimo, I didn't want to wait haha. thank you for such a good quick bite!“

“We were visiting Victoria and by chance met Fadi- one of the owners who told us about his family’s cafe. We LOVE Lebanese food so decided to check it out for lunch. We had chicken shawarma donairs and tabouleh and loved it. But most of all his family is so kind and warm and the cafe is super cute! Thank you!“

“Best place for a quick breakfast and a perfect latte. Makes an early Monday morning a little better. :)“

“I highly recommend this small, cozy, homey place. The staff/owners are so friendly and the cook/chef, a wonderfully friendly woman came out a few times and chatted. I came for the German meal tonight and it was fantastic. The red cabbage was like my mom used to make and the schnitzel was pounded into perfection! Topped off with an awesome Black Forest … all deeeelicious.“

“Super friendly staff, good prices, the food is excellent! Absolutely recommend the chili on a dreary day as it’ll be like a nice warm hug.

Please support local and give the staff some love when you’re there!

I recommend the chili, the chai latte, and the vegetarian sandwich (add cream cheese and avocado for sure!).“

“Love the “Hey Hash” breakfast and the honey latte with house made oat milk! I add cream to it!!! Everyone is so nice and this place is amazing! It is the Disneyland of Coffee. Come try it out for yourself, you’ll thank me later 🙌🏾🙌🏾“

“I love their coffee. I order the 5 pound bags on a regular basis, The Tanzania is my favourite.“

“the peanut butter balls are the best!“

“The Vietnamese Baguette sandwich~ delicious! And the shortbread cookies, anytime of the year! :)“

“Great coffee and wonderful energy.“

“Had a blast here. The owner was spectacularly passionate about board games and made everything fun. Right now, the prices at Board with Friends TOO cheap, not sure how they stay in business? Hopefully they will raise it later. Take advantage of it while you can!“

“Always an amazing experience to enjoy brunch in the gardens at Charlotte and the Quail. The service is fantastic and they are so good about all my food allergies, I even get dessert! The brownie and carrot cake are delicious 😋 and gluten free!!“

“Love this place! Cozy atmosphere. Home away from home ❤️“

“Good pizza. Small zoo with goats 🐐 always on the roof. Store with gifts and goodies.“

“Good family run breakfast joint“

“Each time I visit, I am greeted by the calmest, kind man! They serve drumroaster coffee, so you know you're in for a good cup! ( any local coffee heads know drumroaster is the best on the island.)
The library section is super well curated. I always find a good read here!
Amazing matcha as well, and some vegan options are available.“

“I love the service and the soup here! Nice location as well if you want to go for a little stroll“

“Sausage Pesto Muff Stack is the best thing on the menu 😋😋😋😋😋“

“So delicious and beautiful to look at as well.“

“I’ve never had a bad meal here. Top notch, every time.“

“Super cute family business with friendly service. Although the coffee isn't the best, the breakfast bagels for around 7 CAD are amazing and the homemade banana bread aswell. Everything is very decently priced and tastes amazing. Perfect place for an affordable and quick breakfast! Not the most striking place frome the outside, but definitely more than worth the price!!!“

“My boyfriend and I just finished our brunch date. It was one of the best brunches we have ever had. The portion sizes, flavours, and customer service were outstanding. Everything was extremely fresh and cooked to perfection. Our meals (and the mango hot sauce) were to die for. We will be returning! We are certainly going to become regulars. Thank you!!“

“I’m originally from the Carolinas and my husband and I have lived in Victoria since 2019. We’ve been walking past Shanzee’s for a while now and decided to have breakfast there this morning. It didn’t disappoint. The biscuits and gravy were just like “home” and my iced oat milk latte was just what I needed. The Blue Grit pancakes were unique and delicious. Thank you for being here! We’ll definitely be back.“

“What a fantastic experience ! They put a lot of love into their food , you will not be disappointed. We made a mistake on using wrong CC so they re did the transacation but by mistake we tipped them twice. Imagine apologised for the error & then gave us literally a plate of 4 desserts with fruit for $0. So customer centric! Really good food !“

“Great staff and owners, delicious food, really enjoyed the homemade potatoes w hot sauce and ketchup. The Eggs Benny w fresh spinach, mushrooms and avocado topped with hollidaise and a sprinkle of cheese hit the spot.“

“This place is amazing. The staff are out of this world and super friendly. Honestly hands down the best coffee shop around.“

“I order food for someone who really needs it. High praise to those who started Red Cedar Cafe and its excellent service to the public. You are heros.The food is healthy and nutritious and caters to a variety of tastes. High praise too to everyone who has carried on delivering these much needed meals to all of their grateful recipients. You are also heros who deserve much more praise. I also love you have a sliding scale so people who can afford it can donate or even order a meal themselves. The only reason I am giving four stars instead of five is because ordering on line is a little too complicated. I am happy to give suggestions to improve this if asked. Currently, it is my understanding that only agencies can call in with orders. It would be nice if luddite individuals could also just phone in. When I go on holidays the fellow I help goes without meals.

Dietary restrictions: If I were to be requiring this service I would need more gluten free options.

Kid-friendliness: You help families. Bless your hearts.“

“Great service! From happy and friendly people. Cody just brightens my day.“

“I can't believe I didn't know about this place sooner! The owner is so sweet, the coffee is good (and cheap!!!), it's quiet, the tables are spread out so no one's talking bothers you. I got like 2 hours of studying/work done, and then had a calzone for lunch. The food is okay, but its like 6$ for lunch. This is a must for any student who can't study at home, and out of office meetings- take your meeting/client for a stroll and grab a latte! I will most certainly be back often to finish my assignments and then simply to enjoy watching downtown passing by!“

“Staff is super friendly and they put an effort to get to know you. The food is decent, the prices are a little high, but this is all mostly to accommodate the large variety of menu items and the nature of a cafe for the office workers. The menu change every week and usually takes about 5 mins to get your food after you order.“

“Incredible breads & pizza dough, it made the best vegan pizza😋 Wildfire has always been my favourite bread.“

“Delicious sandwiches and baked goods, small, homey atmosphere, with a wide selection of tea and a good coffee menu.“

“As tourists used to the likes of Starbucks, Bows was out of the ordinary for us as the menu is classic and minimalistic, without the additives we are used to. However, customer service was excellent—they talked to us about what we liked and helped us curate a drink to our tastes, and they were very informative. Our coffees were delicious, as well. If we are ever back in town, we will return!“

“Courtyard Cafe

Cute spot for a specialty coffee, smoothies and snacks. Cafe latte was delicious. Homemade premade sandwiches, bowls, wraps and soups are a delicious option for a quick bite to eat. Yummy homemade muffins too!

Great customer service and acoustic cover songs playlist“

“A Special Thank you to Michael for going out of his way to solve a problem. Your Cafe is the best and looking forward to seeing the completed expansion.“

“I have been drinking their coffee for decades. It has always been consistently wonderful. Bring cash !“

“Best service ever. Friendly environment, great ambiance. Best food ever, fast and efficient, Always above and beyond“

“Great coffee, engaged staff, and a business with purpose!“

“Great experience at the newly opened H&CC!
Had a very yummy & generous curry bowl w. rice. Super friendly service, outdoor seating under the blossoming Cook St. Village Chestnut Trees.
A perfect setting for afternoon / early dinner intake.
Looking forward to trying out more on your menu.“

“I stopped in for breakfast and absolutely loved my vegan chick'n and pancakes. I also got some baked goods to go, and can vouch for their deliciousness. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for some tasty cruelty free foods!“

“My group of four truly enjoyed our evening. The food was the best we've had in a long time! From start to finish, the experience was fantastic and memorable. Excellent staff, service and food and the fireworks show truly was the icing on top. We even had a gorgeous view over the grounds to the water. We will definitely be back! Butcharts is our fav place to go. Thank you!“

“Just go there! They even have a happy hour! Super cool venue, it’s all grest stuff with a terrific specialy cheese and deli meat selection.“

“I had a really nice time at this place. Coffee is great, tea also and sandwiches are delicious. The staff is very lovely. Thank you 😊“

“Great ambiance with amazing service.“

“This place was recommended by a friend of mine and I'm so glad I went!! The service is amazing, the second I walked in the front lady (didn't catch her name unfortunately) greeted me so kindly, and was so helpful. I got the Joie iced mocha and strawberry + banana crepe which was amazing. The portions are very big, I was full half way through, and you could tell the fruit was fresh. The atmosphere was amazing too, ideal cafe vibes. Beautiful place, food and people! Count me in as a regular 😊“