We ordered a Masala Bowl & Beef Burger with fries. I was looking for a gluten free lunch that would be warm and filling on on a dark day. Masala bowl was perfect! The burger was the best tasting beef burger we have had in a very long time! The fries were also excellent. Honestly the best tasting Burger and fries we've had in 30 years! We'll be back!
Vegetarian options: Yes
Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R M
Great place for lunch and a coffee! The Masala bowl was spiced to perfection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy Davis
Popped in on a day trip to the island. So glad I did. Was wanting thw chicken bacon sandwich. But was sold out. Must be delicious. Went with the beef burger instead. And....it was unreal. So good. It's been years since a place puts out a burger. That tastes like beef. Absolutely perfect. Added a side of fries. Another home run. Delicious in house cut fries. Sprinkled with salt and pepper. I could eat this once a week for the rest of my life. And never have the need for any other burger ever again. Well done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ian McKenzie
Excellent!!
Bob Curran
We just moved here and dropped in to grab a bite and more importantly get a good coffee. The latte and flat white we had were both excellent, and the masala bowl is perfectly seasoned and just the right spice level for me, we will definitely be back, thanks.
Parking: An abundance
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roast Beef Sandwich
Dibs !
Perfect gluten free cinnamon buns every Sunday! The selection of food intolerance friendly items is much better than most cafes.
Their hot beverages are large and tasty. They offer oat milk as a dairy-free option.
The staff are all very friendly, and helpful. Great vibes all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Russell Anderson
Great little place on Gabriola. Everything we ordered was really good Staff is fast and friendly. Highly recommend the roast beef sandwich.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roast Beef Sandwich
Daniel Todd
Pretty cheap and well made breakfast. Nice homely vibe. Hashbrowns are 💣
Lovely experience eating here on this quaint and beautiful island. Will be back.
Brandon S
Best place to get food on Gabriola, I absolutely love their breakfast in the morning and burger for lunch, I highly recommend coming here, my go to place when i visit!
Visiting family on island and called in on a wet Wednesday. Cafe was bustling but cosy. Asked about Gluten Free options of which there were many. I was asked if Coeliac which I am, I was then given assurances around preparation and ordered a roast beef sandwich, gf bread lightly toasted was delicious along with great coffee. Nice that I felt confident as a Coeliac to eat here, would not hesitate to recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lalo Ruiz
Delicious sandwich, amazing service, and great vibe! Hospitality in its maximum expression. It makes me want to move here so I can come grab a coffee every morning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Allen
Burrito with avocado instead of chicken: A++, would come back for!
Carly McMahon
The staff are great, the food is great and the baked goods are divine. We recently ordered a full cheesecake for our teens birthday, super short notice, and not only did they fit us in, but it was absolutely fantastic. Great cheesecake is hard to find, and this was perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justina Tymiak
My husband and I have been going to this place for breakfast sandwiches and baked goods frequently since we have lived here and they have always been exceptional value and quality! One day when I was in I noticed the baker preparing a beautiful simple cake that I knew would be perfect for our small at home wedding. I highly recommend this place for not only the amazing food, but the delicious and beautiful cakes (with appropriate notice) that the baker makes( I wish I caught her name). Thank you Ground Up for being a stand up cafe on this island! ❤️
We ordered a Masala Bowl & Beef Burger with fries. I was looking for a gluten free lunch that would be warm and filling on on a dark day. Masala bowl was perfect! The burger was the best tasting beef burger we have had in a very long time! The fries were also excellent. Honestly the best tasting Burger and fries we've had in 30 years! We'll be back!
Vegetarian options: Yes
Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place for lunch and a coffee! The Masala bowl was spiced to perfection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Popped in on a day trip to the island. So glad I did. Was wanting thw chicken bacon sandwich. But was sold out. Must be delicious. Went with the beef burger instead. And....it was unreal. So good. It's been years since a place puts out a burger. That tastes like beef. Absolutely perfect. Added a side of fries. Another home run. Delicious in house cut fries. Sprinkled with salt and pepper. I could eat this once a week for the rest of my life. And never have the need for any other burger ever again. Well done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent!!
We just moved here and dropped in to grab a bite and more importantly get a good coffee. The latte and flat white we had were both excellent, and the masala bowl is perfectly seasoned and just the right spice level for me, we will definitely be back, thanks.
Parking: An abundance
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roast Beef Sandwich
Perfect gluten free cinnamon buns every Sunday! The selection of food intolerance friendly items is much better than most cafes.
Their hot beverages are large and tasty. They offer oat milk as a dairy-free option.
The staff are all very friendly, and helpful. Great vibes all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great little place on Gabriola.
Everything we ordered was really good
Staff is fast and friendly.
Highly recommend the roast beef sandwich.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roast Beef Sandwich
Pretty cheap and well made breakfast. Nice homely vibe. Hashbrowns are 💣
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Classic Breakfast, Veggie Breakfast Sandwich
Lovely experience eating here on this quaint and beautiful island. Will be back.
Best place to get food on Gabriola, I absolutely love their breakfast in the morning and burger for lunch, I highly recommend coming here, my go to place when i visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Visiting family on island and called in on a wet Wednesday. Cafe was bustling but cosy. Asked about Gluten Free options of which there were many. I was asked if Coeliac which I am, I was then given assurances around preparation and ordered a roast beef sandwich, gf bread lightly toasted was delicious along with great coffee. Nice that I felt confident as a Coeliac to eat here, would not hesitate to recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious sandwich, amazing service, and great vibe! Hospitality in its maximum expression. It makes me want to move here so I can come grab a coffee every morning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Burrito with avocado instead of chicken: A++, would come back for!
The staff are great, the food is great and the baked goods are divine. We recently ordered a full cheesecake for our teens birthday, super short notice, and not only did they fit us in, but it was absolutely fantastic. Great cheesecake is hard to find, and this was perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I have been going to this place for breakfast sandwiches and baked goods frequently since we have lived here and they have always been exceptional value and quality! One day when I was in I noticed the baker preparing a beautiful simple cake that I knew would be perfect for our small at home wedding. I highly recommend this place for not only the amazing food, but the delicious and beautiful cakes (with appropriate notice) that the baker makes( I wish I caught her name). Thank you Ground Up for being a stand up cafe on this island! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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