29 Best Coffee Shops in Waterloo

“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.“

“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!!“

“Very relaxed environment, friendly staff, and the person taking my order was so nice they also recommended what they personally liked. Would definitely go back. Got the strawberry matcha drink and the ginger molasses cookie. Quick service too but because it wasn’t busy, 10/10.“

“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.)“

“I recently had an issue with my type E61 espresso machine with the lever not functioning properly. I took my machine to gold roast and they fixed it and now it works great.

I'd like to also mention one of there competitors wanted to charge me $450 to even look at the machine and they had it fixed for $150. They even polished and cleaned it up.

I know where I'll be going in the future if it needs fixing again. Amazing work with great value.

Thank you gold roast coffee service!“

“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!“

“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 !“

“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!“

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

“This is the first Starbucks in Waterloo I've been to that isn't run-down. It's very clean, bright, and well taken care of. The staff are very pleasant and courteous. Reminds me of Starbucks you find around the world. I found out that it is privately owned which goes to show what a business should be like. Although an hour walk from my home, it will be my go-to Starbucks on my long walks. Bravo Zulu!“

“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 ..“

“It was my first time trying bingsu at Snowday, and it was a great experience! The dessert was sweet and delicious. If you enjoy ice cream-style treats, this is definitely the place to go.
+ Dain was a wonderful server (and cashier) super friendly and helpful!“

“I’ve been going to this Starbucks for years and I’ve never had a bad experience!! The one employee Arvic is outstanding! His customer service is amazing and never fails to brighten my day! He knows my drink and always makes it perfect:) he deserves a raise and much more! Apart from him all the other employee are always amazing and never disappoints!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Ordered a pumpkin Frappuccino and they made up the total wrong drink, I have tried to call them and nothing from them the line is constantly busy shows that this location needs to be properly trained for customer service and learn to read the orders the right way.“

“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“

“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“

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

“A GREAT FAMILY PLACE RIGHT INSIDE THE YMCA ON COURTLAND AVE“

“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.“

“I’ve been a regular customer at Starbucks, and I’d like to highlight one of the many exceptional experiences I’ve had with their team.

On a particularly tough day at work, I asked them to surprise me with something comforting. Without hesitation, they brought me a mozzarella sandwich and Maple pancakes—exactly what I didn’t know I needed.

It lifted my mood and satisfied my hunger. A special shoutout to Mia for her kindness and thoughtfulness—she’s a truly wonderful person and a great representative of the Starbucks spirit.
Thank you, Starbucks.“

“Great drinks and specially if you're lactose intolerant so many choices to pick from - friendly staff. Clean location and bathrooms for customers - ask for the code if you are buying“

“This Tim Hortons location is truly something special! The service here always goes above and beyond, and you can feel the positive energy the moment you walk in. The staff is friendly, quick, and genuinely care about making your day better. The drive-through is really worth it here.

Whether it’s the perfectly brewed coffee or the warm smiles at the counter, this place has become my go-to spot. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by—you won't be disappointed. Big love to the team for always bringing the good vibes“