50 Best Coffee Shops near Saint Jacobs

“This is a such a cute place with lots of room. the coffee is very good, my favorite is a cafe misto with cinnamon steamed in the milk. I enjoy collaborating with Eco Cafe for fun events. great place, don't miss it!“

“Went for a food rescue and was greeted so kindly! we couldnt resist and bought some delicious pies, tarts and muffins Thank you for all you do for the community and the exceptional service I received today!“

“The manager Kim and her staff are all wonderful! Thank you for all you do! Worth the drive to this small town Tim's for excellent customer service. Staff actually say "you're welcome" instead of "no problem" ;)“

“Throughly enjoyed ourselves here. Not your typical breakfast place. We were passing through, celebrating another wedding anniversary and the waiter, Jameson, was such a breath of fresh air. Welcoming, accommodating and attentive are some of the of the attributes you should expect from him.

The ambiance, food selection and liveliness of the the restaurant was blew my expections especially because I'm not a breakfast food fan. Visit here!“

“amazing customer service! drive in from 3 cities away to enjoy them.“

“We drove down from Kingston just to have ice cream here. Nobody does it better.“

“I have been loyal to this coffee shop for over a year coming here almost everyday. The drinks here are phenomenal. As well, the staff here is the reason I come everyday. It is more expensive then most coffee shops but it’s the staff working here that will keep you coming back. I highly highly recommend this place to everyone.“

“Sweet spot for sweet treats. ❤️“

“Does this spot even need a review? It is so consistent with its offerings - delicious gluten free and vegan option food, paired with great coffee, and dessert! I have always loved the kale salad, and any GF muffin I can get my hands on. A KW staple.“

“Very friendly staff, comfortable sitting area and great food/coffees“

“One of the best cafes in the area with a perfect location ! A walking destination from a 1 hour free parking lot. The coffee is well made, I enjoyed every sip of it!
The place is students and work friendly
Highly recommended“

“A Whimsical Wonderland of Flavour and Charm! From the moment I stepped into Queen of Hearts Tea House, I felt like I had wandered straight into a fairytale. The atmosphere is absolutely enchanting—vintage elegance meets whimsical charm, with cozy seating, delicate china, and thoughtful decor that truly makes you feel like royalty. The tea selection is phenomenal! Whether you’re a classic Earl Grey lover or craving something more adventurous like lavender or lime gelato, they’ve got something that will surprise and delight your taste buds. I tried the signature Earl Grey cream and paired with the freshly baked scones was pure magic. The staff are warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. They genuinely care about your experience and are happy to guide you through the menu. The service was top-notch from start to finish. Whether you’re planning a quiet afternoon escape, a special date, or a whimsical tea party with friends, Queen of Hearts is the perfect spot. I honestly didn’t want to leave—and I’ll definitely be back soon! Highly, highly recommend. 💕☕👑“

“Honestly, Tim Hortons is my go-to spot. The coffee is always hot and fresh, the donuts are soft and tasty, and their breakfast sandwiches hit the spot every time. The staff are super friendly and they get my order right even when it’s busy. It’s just one of those places that feels comfortable and familiar — I could go there every day and never get tired of it.“

“It is so comforting have someone remember your name, and address you my your name, remember what your order and how you like it!!
Barb is extra special!!!
I recently left my phone, containing MY LIFE there… Barb found it and put it in the back for safe keeping till I retrieved it!!
She’ll
Not sure how I can ever repay her for that!! She is definitely a very special employee! ❤️🥰❤️“

“Love this place so much, I drive here everytime i visit family. They have the most amazing selection of syrups for coffee. Also coffe and coffee things lol. The homemade food is outstanding everytime. I always get something to go whether it's a bakery item or last time a gluten free noodle dish for my mother and I, delish!!“

“I came in because I was having an issue with my espresso machine. Steve was super friendly, helped diagnose the problem, and informed me there was no need to repair. He also gave us a free coffee. I came prepared to pay for a repair and he wouldn’t take my money. I really appreciate the honesty and will be back in the future when it comes time to upgrade my grinder or machine. There was also a very nice selection of beans from local roasters which he walked us through.

Great shop, great service 10/10“

“Love to come here with my dog for a nice breakfast and coffee. Very kind staff. I highly recommend the Breaky sandwich.“

“Wonderful food, fantastic interior, and great location--on Northfield, between Bridge and University. Also a community-minded business. A must-visit establishment. Dog-friendly for well-behaved dogs on leashes. (I'm not a dog person, and I didn't feel nervous for a second.)“

“Whether it is sitting and writing in my journal, or if I need to focus and work on my laptop, or simply having a chat over coffee with a friend, i find Cafe22 to be one of the most special cafes in the Kitchener-Waterloo area! I am so grateful I found this special spot, which I consider a hidden gem! An absolutely charming, cozy, and relaxing atmosphere and decoration; delicious food and beverages; and most importantly an extremely kind and welcoming staff! I have to say that Daniela’s friendliness and genuine care and warmth add a lot to the whole experience as well! Highly recommended!“

“Have been a long time fan, from the delicious drinks and treats to the adorable decor and merchandise. Today was my first time back post Covid. Staff was friendly and cheerful but the wait time was actually really bad. Had I known it would take 25 minutes to receive one bubble tea, I would have gotten my drink before my lunch. Unfortunately couples coming in after me were receiving their drinks before I did. Love the new straws and can overlook that they do break easily, because they’re much better than paper!“

“So many breakfast places have decent food and terrible coffee. Their coffee was quite good, the breakfast sandwich was big and a little awkward to keep everything on the sourdough bun, but the flavours we good. Plus their front patio was lots of fun with live music across the road at the market. We will go back.“

“I have an extra large latte in a large cup every day at Balzacs in the Tannery Building. The baristas are top notch and the space is beautiful. Thanks for bringing fabulous coffee to Kitchener!“

“Had a lunch here, they have table service and we're friendly. Can't ask for much more from mcdonalds.

One of my fries came with too little fries! Half as much as it should. I complained, and they gave me a small order of fries to make up for it. Even brought it to my table. Good service.“

“Best selection of local craft beer and cider around.“

“Amazing service from Asmait at Tim Hortons! She always greets customers with a big smile and a positive attitude, which instantly makes the experience better. No matter how busy it gets, she remains welcoming, polite, and efficient. Employees like her truly make a difference—thank you, Asmait, for always going above and beyond!“

“Amazing Coffee Cart Experience at Our Wedding This Past Weekend!“

“Super staff!! Need more seating!$“

“The manager & staff at this location are amazing ; great customer service always welcoming & smiling remmber your name and your order I just can’t say enough about them & how much I appreciate starting my day with a great cup of coffee and welcoming energy & smiles despite it’s always busy thank you ..“

“The Bingsu , this is place is so cosy and has a diversity of great desserts and drinks.One of my favourite icecream with strawberries cheesecake and was pretty delicious! Yummy ! Will definetely go again to try other desserts flavours. It is a bit pricey , but it tastes good !“

“Starbucks on Ira needles in the Sobey's plaza has the best customer service I've experienced thus far. The drinks have always been on point no matter who makes them there.

Today put it over the top with the service I received from Amanda. I was so happy I had to write a review. She gave great suggestions and made the drink soooooooo good. It's like she knew what I was looking for. Love this location. Great job you guys.“

“Rose Cafe in Town it is rare to find such a beautiful place, relaxing and tasty food. My husband and I go there for a date as it is not only food but the vibe is needed after a busy and hectic day. Yes the items might be more expensive than other places, However we should remember that we are paying for something unique, the place, the food. Highly recommended for relaxing and good food . Respectfully.“

“Biked to St Jacob’s and found this small coffee shop and ice cream place. Had a cappuccino and a slice of the lemon cake, both delicious. The young woman serving was excellent, very friendly and helpful, checked which milk for the cappuccino and gave me a China cup when I told her that I’d stay in. There was a water station too where I could refill my water bottle. I will be back to try some of the breakfast sandwiches .“

“Hi I went to tim hortons in kitchener Ontario an waterloo ontario yesterday an I went in side I can't get connected to the tim hortons wifi can u help me please“

“I gave 5 stars because the wonderful lady who helped us, Marie, she was extremely kind, helpful and her customer service was by far the best I've EVER received from this location! She served us with a smile! And BECAUSE of Marie and the tasty drinks she made us, we will visit again.“

“I usually don't leave a review but this place is wholesome. I was having a rough day. I was tired and exhausted because of my work. Both two guys (Forgot their name) were very friendly and cheerful. They kept me engaged while I was there. I ordered strawberry creme frap venti and the guy working at the bar made my drink perfectly and even decorated the frap which eventually lifted my mood. Service was better than the original Starbucks. I have to visit this location often to meet those two guys. Keep up the good work guys.“

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“This Tim's is a bit out of my way
But Whenever I come to this Tim's my breakfast is so good, sausage english muffin is actually toasted with a fresh egg/ not a old rubbery egg and juicy sausage. The ladies working here are always smiling and laughing they look like they enjoy their jobs. Refreshing to see“

“Great deals! Always find what I need-love the Starbucks too!“

“This is my favorite Starbucks to go to; the ladies I always speak to at the window are so lovely and kind and friendly. It makes me feel special as a customer, and not like I’m just a number. I’ve also never had problems with my order here which is nice. If you’re gonna hit a KW area Starbucks, this is the one to go to!“

“The service was really good. The staffs were really friendly and courteous. I will definitely visit again with the family.“

“Generous with the free samples-- they bring the tray around way more than any other location. There are lots of tables and two chair areas for intimate conversations. The large middle table has a capacity for eight and has power outlets. Internet speed is on the low side, 9 Mbps. The large space echos and there is music playing, so it's not great for a zoom call, but the constant indistinct chatter and cafe sounds are great to help focused work.

This Starbucks is in the group that charges lower prices in the region.

There are two free J1772 car chargers, if you know where to look, in the office park next door (600 Weber St N).

Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible washroom. Large spaces between tables.“

“Beyond meat! Mini Omelettes“

“Best quiche in town. No regret that I ever came and visit one of the finest bakery in Waterloo, ON.“

“The food and drinks here are excellent. The service is okay but I find that it can be inconsistent. Sometimes, it takes 10 minutes for food but my drink was made quicker. One time I ordered a cold pastry and it took about 10 minutes to get to me, while the employees were standing around and talking amongst themselves. Overall, I enjoy coming to this Starbucks.“

“I don’t know if it’s just this location but the tea tastes so watered down. It tasted like a teabag was soaked in water instead of milk. I also ordered a cheese tart which was warmed up but still served half-cold. The bathrooms had no paper towel. Wouldn’t come back here. Go to nowtea if you can.

EDIT: I want to edit this review because I had chosen “fresh milk” which the employee let me know is not the regular milk and is more watery. She remade my drink with the normal milk and gave me another tart heated all the way through. Everything was great the second time. I’m really surprised they saw my review while I was in there Haha, most places are not usually so attentive. The workers name who helped me started with a J (Im not sure how to spell it) and I really appreciate her help. Bottom line: If anything ever is not right, just let them know and I’m sure they’ll be more than happy to remedy it for you. Thank you for the great service (:“

“This place is the BOMB! Very high quality good food for less than 2 dollars. Coffee, hmm don't get me started on that they are very affordable (60 cents). As always the staff is AMAZING. Keep up the great work! #BestCnD“

“This starbucks is inside the metro but trust me the barista CASSIDY was amazing and made my drink so perfect the way i wanted, if you ever experience other Starbucks are out of stock the stuff you looking for, definitely try this one you will never regret, plus Cassidy will make your drink so perfect.“

“Thank you to the incredibly generous Randy and Lisa of Koffee Korner Kitchener for their donation to Sunnyside Senior Public School’s “give back to the community” initiative. Your kindness and willingness to help our students be contributing members of this community are immensely appreciated. Support this local business, as they support us.“