Here you will see the opinions of real people who buy the services of Oso Negro Café (Bakery) around Nelson territory (Canada).
Now this business receives a rating of 4.7 over 5 and the rating was based on 127 reviews.
You must have seen that it has an average rating is virtually the top, and it's based on a very high number of feddbacks, so we can say that the assessment is quite faithful. If people have bothered to evaluate when they've done well, is that it works.
You know that we don't usually stop to place scores when they are correct and we usually do it only if we've had a problem or incidence...
This Bakery is included in the category of Cafe.
We always stop here when in Nelson. Their coffee is amazing and the food is soooooo good. Found lots of gf options and didnt have any reactions to it. Love this place
Really good coffee and very nice service
Amazing coffee great atmosphere
Fav coffee place i order there beans offten
Great coffee, beautiful gardens to enjoy while sipping your beverage.
Excellent coffee and treats and beautiful patio/garden! It also enjoy their a chai lemonade. Great spot to spend time, also really like their playlist.
Busy for a reason! Great coffee and tea. Reasonable prices. Tons of options for all dietary needs. Everyone working there was friendly even though it was busy when we were there. When you’re in Nelson, go here!
Fantastic coffee with an incredible patio to drink it on. The coffee is roasted daily and a good amount of take home coffee beans as well. Definitely a place to visit when going to Nelson.
GREAT coffee, good prices and amazing decor.
Best coffee in nelson IMO. Great breakfast options too!
Excellent coffee, quick service
By far the best coffee i've ever had!! I was in Nelson in December and i read about this coffee place months before visiting and it did not dissapoint!!! So good i had to bring back some coffee to Mexico with me!!!
Nitro cold brew and a breakfast bun, don't think, just do it!
Amazing organic coffee and friendly people and atmosphere. They also supports local artists which is cool
Coffee is the best, second only to the friendly and helpful staff.
Nice staff, great architecture. Though the coffee was improperly brewed, and we found their own beans selling cheaper at other stores. Found that strange
Great iced coffee ,I had a triple large americana
Best coffee I had in Canada.
This place absolutely deserves and justifies it's high rating - I had a sensational flat white along with a freshly baked lemon and blackberry muffin that disappeared in record time. The setting was great and even though they were busy, they had the staff to keep the line moving. Get amongst it ☕
Incredible garden patio, coffee was amazing
Yummy coffeeThanks
Had a tasty breakfast sandwich (with added back bacon), croissant (great butter flavor) and an americano here before hiking. Prices are quite reasonable able for the quality of the food and coffee. I like that they’re open relatively early!
Well, always love going here...a little less of the experience with covid 19, but still able to be in the beautiful gardens to enjoy our coffee????
Always coming back, best coffee, nice local people
Great coffee and pretty healthy snacks. Gluten free options for those who need them. Great garden if you'd like to sit outside. This is the only coffee shop I go to in Nelson.
Amazing local coffee place with friendly staff and an impressive selection of locally roasted, mostly organic beans. Fancy custom wrought iron and wood interior and large outside patio achieves the perfect balance between seating needs and the cozy coffee-nook atmosphere essential to the rainy-day Nelson cafe experience.
Lovely atmosphere and clearly where all the locals hangout. Amazing selection of baked goods including many gluten-free options. Cozy place to hang out or get an hours work done but most people are meeting with friends and chatting in this friendly cafe. If you are Nelson, you'll want to check out this place to get a feel for this town!
Consistently great coffee and tasty house made food. The nitro is perfect for the hot summer days. Garden patio is sublime.
Always delicious, always busy, lots of seating.
Very funky little coffee shop. I will definitely be back the next time I am in Nelson
Great place for coffee and chill zone
Trendy and popular spot for many locals. Busy place that had a line both times I was there. Known for their specially roasted coffee which can be purchased for home use. Eclectic crowd.
Awesome dark roast. Perfect place to hang out during a rainy day. Friendly staff too.
They're considered the best in the region for a reason. Nothing I've ever had from here was ever sub-par. Hungry, thirsty, wanting a treat, or to relax with a friend, this place has something for you. Amazing staff, and always clean! I'll be coming back here every time I'm in the area.
Lineups so long it takes 20min to get to the counter, then another 30 waiting for your meh food, just to find not a single place to sit. Great hot chocolate though.
Awesome coffee
Great coffee, even greater breakfast sandwich.
You need to try the smoked salmon bagel. 10/10- would recommend!
A favorite of my family. They offer unique blends of coffee to drink and to buy the beans aswell. Amazing and beautiful scenery when sitting on their outdoor patio. Definitely worth stopping buy if anywhere near by.
Food was awesome, coffee was awesome, what else do you need?
A legitimate cornerstone of the downtown Nelson experience. Are you experienced?
What a gem. I'd say a hidden gem, but it's always slammed. Despite being so busy they are quick quick quick. Great breakfast sandwich. Unreal coffee.
Amazing place. We bought some coffee and enjoyed the smell in the car for days. Beautiful outdoor seating area and yummy food. Love it.
Good coffee, great gardens, good and healthy food, but a little pricey.
Great little shop, good coffee and snacks
Was on vacation in Nelson and this shop was highly recommended by a non coffee drinker I figured ifcthey knew it wss good then I had to try it. The shop is beautiful and so clesn, great coffee (so good I brought 2 bags back to Ontario with me) the staff was fantastic
The food and coffee was great. You can sit in the garden and enjoy the birds that are quite friendly!
Breakfast sando and a cappuccino hit the spot!
Gorgeous woodwork, often amazing art, a great cookie selection, and a great place for people watching. Great soups too.
awesome coffee, kids are welcome
One of the best cafes I had been to. The coffee is great and the environment and decor is even better. Awesome experience everytime.
I thought the coffee was delicious the staff was another storey, they tried to hide it but it was obvious they did not want to serve me, no smiles, no eye contact, head down when spoken to. So basically not a sincere crowd and only are "inviting" to their own kind-customer service needs to be re-vamped.
Excellent coffee. Well worth the wait. But be prepared to wait if you want to sit down. They are busy!
Excellent coffee. Private, spaced outdoor seating. Laid back vibe!
Great coffee, food and atmosphere. We always bring home a few pounds of beans after visiting Nelson.
Good coffee and very cute outdoor patio. Was pretty busy but it is a long weekend. They sell their own coffee. Yummy cinnamon bun.
Super cool building and amazing coffee!!
Delicious coffee and food in a lovely setting
Meal type
Hands down the best hot chocolate my wife and I have ever had!!! We were in Nelson for 5 days, skied 3, and went to Oso for hot chocolate 4 times (unfortunately one of the days they closed before we got there).
Love their Prince of Darkness coffee and the salami or veggie panini are awesome. Cookies hearty. Beautiful outdoor gardens to sit and eat. Takeout and garden eating right now during Covid.
Great coffee and even better service!
Very comfortable atmosphere
Amazing coffee, food, and atmosphere!
Omg best coffee ever!!!!!!
Have been ordering Princess of Darkness blend for years and it is still as delicious as the first time I had a sip. My cousins live in nearby Kelowna and gave me a bag as a gift. I've been hooked ever since and have the beans shipped to me in Alberta.
The Donald Trump of coffee shops it supplies 75% to 80% of the coffee shops in Nelson and is the busiest coffee shop in Nelson making the owner rich but he doesn't do nothing to help the poor John Ward's coffee shop and Waits news have a suspended coffee fund to help the poor to get a cup of coffee but not at Donald Trump coffee
Beautiful trendy coffee joint with lively outdoor garden seating. Locally made and brewed coffee along with a tasty variety of good eats.
Great coffee and delicious treats.
Good coffee, pleasant environment.
Went for lunch but small selection. Wanted a decafe mocha with whipped cream and they don't have any. Boooo who doesn't want a mocha without it?????
Beautiful venue and garden. I expected a bit more from the coffee though.
Yummy
Best place for the coffee lovers. They go the extra mile by letting you tell them how much water and milk you want in your coffee.
Love it
Makers of fine coffee sold in many establishments locally. They have a cozy cafe with several outdoor seating areas, plants and a fountain. There is also a good food selection for lunches featuring many vegetarian options. Ordering is done at the counter.
Wonderful breakfast Friendly helpful staff and funky fun decore
Best Coffee I've ever had
Has great service, healthy options, and fresh coffee!
Best coffee in town
Some of the best coffee I've ever tasted. They roast their own beans and have a huge variety that you can purchase for home use. There's monthly rotation of art on the wall, and local pottery for sale. And the garden terrace is a horticultural wonder with amazing views of the mountains. Oh yeah, and the price level for the great quality is amazing and generous.
Awesome cafe with delicious coffee. Really cool vibe inside and out - no WiFi though.
Probably the best know coffee shop in town. The outside is a great place to sit in good weather, amazingly well landscaped
Great coffee
Fantastic coffee
Great coffee, nice atmosphere and a good find. Worth a shot
Beautiful garden. Tasty treats
Great coffee. And out door patio
A nice, warm cafe near Victoria Street crossing. Great for vegetarian food lovers. Covid protocols followed.
Great coffee and morning social hub of Nelson
Love the atatmosphere here and good coffee and service. Lovely meeting and socializing place.
Yummy muffins and pastry
OH BABY! Now I may just have had the finest coffee in my life. We also had breakfast buns which were so beautifully presented. They were very good. Prices here are good. Service is excellent and friendly, which must be part of Oso's culture because it was busy. The line moves fast and there is plenty of seating. Bravo Oso people! Bravo!
Historical busy centre. Killer pannini. Hot chocolate. Yum
Love the uniqueness and how it is locally roasted. The staff are friendly and the seating area is very nice and outdoorsy. The food is great and the coffee is good. It is a little confusing about where to pick up though. Somethings pick up is outside and others it’s inside….
Best coffee in Western Canada
One of my favourite coffee shops. Always stop in when I travel through Nelson. Hard to find a dark roast as full bodied as the one that they roast. The space is amazing as well.
Fav, love their Thai Salad.
One of two places I've found in Canada that serve a top notch espresso every single time. Don't be afraid of the lineup at busy times: it moves fast, so you won't be waiting long. These people really know what they're doing.
Delicious baked goods!
It was a most wonderful experience enjoying a delicious Cafe Mocha at this beautiful place!
Good food and coffee.
Nothing better than a breakfast bun and fresh coffee!
Beautiful cafe, delicious coffee, very serene and relaxing environment. Awesome place for your morning coffee and a bite to eat.
Friendly staff and great hours for those who have irregular schedules. I really appreciate that.
Great coffee. Delicious desserts. Beautiful place indoors and outside.
We waited 40 minutes for 2 breakfast sandwiches both were the wrong order even though order was written on sticky note attached to them. They were not very good. Coffee is great. I think Oso is riding on their reputation and has become complacent. 0 for service & Food quality. Time to re-evaluate!!
Great ambience and staff were very helpful when choosing the right beans to buy.
Good morning beautiful world
A good coffee & the breakfast cookie was nice. Too late to order the infamous Breakfast Sandwich. Another time.
When ever we come to Nelson this is our first stop and only place we get our morning coffee and breakfast. Coffee is always great, food is so fresh and best outdoor patio I have ever seen. Absolutely recommend
Excellent coffee, great staff and an awesome garden area to sit and chat.
Good latte and breakfast bun, however it felt overcrowded with the lineup going outside the coffee shop.
Very amazing corner and great ambience.. definitely worth checking out
Great coffee, bad service. Clearly overwhelmed staff. I ordered for the whole family and he said “so many coffees and only two cookies”!? Clearly with a tone to make us feel bad about our order. Please go somewhere else...
Great coffee. Friendly staff
It’s unfortunate that so much effort is put into roasting beans but so little effort the actual coffee making process. Baristas are remiss in pouring espresso shots and steaming milk, food is OK. Overall it’s a 3 star shop that luckily for itself snuck in as an institution within the community if Nelson.
This is not just a coffee shop, this is a place you must experience. The garden is so serene. There is such a peaceful feeling the moment one walks up the unique steps. The coffee is great, the food is delicious. This place holds a piece of my heart.
Awesome coffee and customer service. Ask for Steve.
Oso has some of the best espresso in BC!
This is coffee is so delicious that I don't even need creamer to drink it. My boyfriend and I live in the states so we have to buy it while we can when we visit Nelson. They have such a wide variety of coffee (beans and ground), including a low-acid blend!
Very busy, for good reason. Don't worry, the line moves fast.
Best coffee in the West!
I had bacon breakfast bun, it’s so fresh and tasty! Friends, if you drink decaf coffee, they have decaf latte, so good, I love it.
Best coffee shop ever. So beautiful, yummy coffee, awesome staff.
The delicious coffee is roasted in Nelson and sourced from certified organic and fair trade cultivators. It is a great people watching spot as you get to see the full spectrum of Nelson. They offer a variety of in house and locally made sweet and savoury treats catering to various dietary preferences. They have a reputation for being a great employer providing benefits to staff, living wages, footwear allowances etc. Even when the line up is out the door (which it often is) the service is friendly and fast.
I don't want to penalize an establishment based on it's massive success to I'll speak to that at the end. Positives: 1. Amazing location - The building, garden patio, artwork, everything is stunning and you find yourself looking at every little detail they've built into their establishment. 2. The Coffee - Some of the best drip coffee I've ever had. 3. The Breakfast Buns - DELICIOUS no matter what to add to it. Negatives?: (I say this in jest) 1. Busy - Line-up was out the door ~15 minutes just to order and we thought we were there before the breakfast rush. Another ~18 minutes before we received our breakfast. There's also no good standing spots while you wait for your order. 2. Related to being busy, staff was polite but not engaging I suppose they were just trying to pump through the line.
Great coffee, and yummy well priced food.
Best coffee ever. Treats are tasty. Staff is friendly. I think it's reasonably priced for high quality coffee and treats.
Very nice little coffee shop, unfortunately due to covid, they are only doing take out. Coffee was really good.
Good tables for artists with a lively atmosphere and amazing coffee, tasty snacks. Service can be a bit slow so plan your time accordingly.
My favorite Nelson Café
This place is great, good coffee at a good price and distance seating so you can still enjoy the cafe experience during COVID. I do wish they had more vegan snack and food options though. Maybe next time...
The quintessential Nelson coffee experience. Best beans hands down. The outdoor seating area is delightful.
What is there to say about this place? It's the best coffee shop in BC, so pop in and enjoy!
Pretty awesome veggie panini! Quick service was an unexpected surprise.
Very nice place to enjoy a treat and great cup of coffee.
☕️
Great breakfast Busy place Fast service
One of my fave places in Nelson. Great coffee and BEAUTIFUL cafe with amazing outdoor seating.
Great atmosphere and good coffee of course
Cool atmosphere, and tasty food! And lots of great drink options!
One of the best coffeeshops.
A gem! Quality products, coffee served in a real mug, great vibe, friendly staff.
There is coffee. There are snacks. Cozy and relaxed seating area.
Beautiful little cafe, really good coffee. Atmosphere is so so so charming. I want to move in!
Everything was very decent here.
Best coffee!
Beautiful garden area
Incredible local coffee, and food! Highly recommended!
Great vegan selection!
Friendly staff, great dark roast coffee. Beautiful wood theme space and outdoor patio
One of my favorite places. The place is decorated everywhere with metal art made by local artists!
My favorite coffee spot around!
Favorite place to go :)
Great coffee and treats in this sweet mountain town
Pastry is roo sweet
Great breakfast sandwiches and good coffees. Gets very busy. Highly recommended. Great outdoor seating.
Neither amazing place, nor service, nor food. Coffee good for the local standards. A lot of vegan/gluten free options if you fancy, though. NOTE: the place has incorrect address on google maps.
Best coffee ☕ ever
Other
Sloshed coffee on my hand trying to put the stupid lid on. The barista was more interested in wiping up the mess I made instead of the steaming coffee on my hand. Noticed a sink on my way out and was able to get some cold water on the burn. Coffee was ok. My first experience will probably be my last.
One of my favourite coffee destinations!
Great atmosphere, great service, food is super varied for every diet, and the coffee was fantastic. The locals recommend it so you know it's the place to go!
Amazing coffee. Their smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel is great. Good atmosphere and fast service.
This is Nelson's original coffee shop. It's obvious from the quality of the coffee that staff are well trained Baristas and care about their work. Further to that the staff is backed up by coffee a connoisseur that provides excellent ethically sourced beans for every cup! Not to mention delicious sandwiches muffins and baked goods. The Garden space outside is a delight with an amazing selection of plants and water features. If you stop in Nelson a visit to Oso is a must!
I've had the pleasure of this coffee for over 20yrs....still love it!
Always good place good vibes
Take out
Love the coffee
Amazing outdoor seating great coffee
Friendly staff. Line up moves fast even when it's long. Yummy local eats. Amazing coffee, local chai and specialty drinks. They know how to make them!
I can't say enough about this amazing place, 57 years old and by far it's the best coffee I've ever had, bought 2 pounds to take home with me, amazing!
This is a must try for anyone visiting Nelson! From the line up when we arrived this is a not so hidden gem (and for good reason!) the coffee was perfect and the food was delicious.
Super delicious coffee and a comfortable and groovy vibe.
Delicious nitro cold brew and great baked goods!
Great coffee and staff. I love the garden area in the summer. Not so many options out of sugary snack. Soups are the est to go on colder days. They are really friendly to accomodate zero waste. Feel free to bring your cup, bee wrap and or containers. Thank you for supporting less waste.
The most beautiful cafe and garden. Not to mention awesome coffee!
Wonderful atmosphere. Coffee and treats were great.
Love the coffee. Great treats. Very good panini. But the benches outside and the chairs inside aren't very comfortable.
The Place for Great Java
As always- the BEST coffee in town.
Crowded, with a line out the door. Seats on the outdoor benches were wet with dew
Such a sweet spot.
Lovely building. WiFi blocks you for using Facebook and instagram...
The breakfast sandwiches are very good
Fabulous location (Nelson, BC), good coffee, great food and interesting atmosphere!
Excellent food, service and vibe.
Best coffee in Kootenays super nice people!
This coffee shop is so cute! Really lovely set up, very clean and cute and creates an amazing vibe. Staff are super friendly and the food is amazing!
I asked for a traditional cappuccino. They asked if that meant 10oz. Trouble. I said a trad cap is 5oz. They settled on an 8 oz cup since 5oz didn't seem possible for them. They then asked if it should be a double or a single sort. Normally it would be 1oz espresso, but since they were gonna serve it in an 8oz cup, I opted for a double shot. What I ended up getting was about 4 oz of bitter over-extracted espresso. It's not a bad roast, they just didn't pull it well. The milk was properly frothed though (for a dry cap) and tasted nice. Cute place. They must have good food to have this high a rating because their espresso pulls leave much to be desired.
Delicious breakfast buns
Great ppl and great coffee
Beautiful building, wonderful garden in the summertime, great coffee, and a nice selection of food, snacks, and treats. Service is quick and the place is warm in the winter. One con can be that this place is quite busy most of the time, but that's because it's such a popular spot!
Love the outdoor patio here. Skillfully constructed using Japanese gardening techniques with beautiful iron and wood work. Great coffee and tasty snacks:)
Great coffee and food. Don't be afraid of the line, they are really efficient and get things out quickly.
Best coffee
Amazing coffee joint that's a buzz of activity. Only local coffee sold here
Friendly but long lines.
Ah.. Ehm.. the food was good but my god, what were they thinking when they named the place?
Good coffee, nice interior design. Also great service, just weirded out by the name
Very attractive outdoor seating with iron art work. And exceptional place to eat breakfast.
We can see why the locals love this place...the food is really good and staff are super friendly.
Best coffee pretty much anywhere!
Top notch coffee shop which is wickedly busy. The staff are very friendly and super efficient. The food is excellent quality. The coffee is superb. What a gem.
I still have dreams about the big dark coffee and egg sandwich I had there a 15 years ago... it was that warm and comforting after a week up the mountain camping.
This is a must stop for Nelson! Every time I come through I stop and pick up a couple bags of beans to keep in the freezer. The food is good, but the coffee is better. Get a dandelion Latte and sit on the unique, photo worthy patio.
Great coffee but I really loved their architecture! The space is awesome!!
The people, the atmosphere, the service, the coffee, the food will keep you coming back.
Fantastic coffee and vegan muffins.
Great coffee, beautiful coffee shop, great art work and water fountain outside and an awesome vibe both inside and out. Well worth a visit!!!
Beautiful garden
Best breakfast sandwich
Great local coffee shop we fell in love with on a trip to Nelson this past summer. We bought their fresh beans and have been addicted ever since, so much so that we continue to order their beans to be delivered to Toronto. Seriously nothing compares to the freshness and quality. Their customer service is also awesome. Love supporting small local businesses. Nothing but positive things to say about this place.
Great Local coffee place. Good eats
Absolutely incredible
While living in Nelson I always bought a medium to-go drip light roast for $2.25. Also the breakfast buns served in the morning are delicious for $5.50 with added pemeal bacon This place is beautiful in the warmer seasons with a nice patio area in the front and also at the side of Oso. Buying their brand of coffee was easy and good for my french press. Good music and friendly staff. Owner is stuffy though. Overall best caffe in Nelson. Reasonable prices for Nelson
Decent. Friendly and good place to bring little ones in town.
Cosy and so good coffe!
Food strong coffee, walked out with a nice small flask full of nitro for the rest of my drive too. Ice cubes are frozen coffee :)
Terrific little place. Great coffee and a busy atmosphere.
Best coffee roasted in Nelson. Great busy chatty coffee shop and beautiful garden to hang out in. Solid Covid-19 distancing program at the moment.
Great little Cafe. The garden is very peaceful.
Pioneers in original coffee shops, coffee done right
This place has great coffee and breakfast sandwiches but don't expect to get in and out any time soon ! Waited 35 min to get a breakfast sandwich and Finlay had to leave and get a refund! Was not a great experience
Went on a brewery to or and got to sample beer afterwards!
Best mocha I have ever had. Definately a must visit if you are in Nelson!
I always love coming to Oso, the ambience is great, and during the summer they have tons of outdoor seating in their beautiful garden. They also have a great variety of snacks available for many different dietary needs. The coffee is delicious and roasted locally, though darker than some people may be used to.
Good coffee and price too.
Beautiful cafe. Very cozy. Amazing design. Lots of options for people with dietary restrictions! The latte with almond milk was astounding. Kids, pets, adults, and youth were all present while I sipped my coffee. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Nelson! :)
Always exceptional coffee. Gardens looking wonderful.
Best coffee EVER. Try the PRINCE OF DARKNESS!! It won't disappoint. No. Seriously. It is the best STRONG coffee ever!
I love this place for the quality food and coffee, the really amazing staff, and of course the gorgeous ambience. I can't go to Nelson and not stop here!
Cozy place to rest a bit, and get back with the energy to enjoy this paradise
I think this place may be a victim of its own popularity... coffee was weak; didn’t offer to grill a sandwich that definitely needed grilling, then (not unreasonably I guess) wouldn’t grill it after I’d taken a nibble; long lines. I think it’s a good, stylish place, but needs to be careful to keep up standards. EDIT: to be fair, the ungrilled sandwich was still really good; and the muffin was really good too. Moved to 4*.
Super nice location!
A Nelson must! An iconic coffee shop with friendly staff, great coffee and beautiful environment. The architectural detail and garden patio takes your experience to another level.
Excellent coffee
Purchased speckle sky coffee beans to take home. Love it! Ordered white chocolate cranberry muffin and breakfast bun was delicious!
Great coffee! Fun atmosphere and very friendly staff!
Best coffee in Canada I'd say
Great coffee, food and fantastic ambience. Probably one of the best coffee places I have been in all my travels.
One of my favourite places as the outside seating area is so unique with sculptural railings, water features and great landscaping.
Love Osorio Negros coffee. I haven't tried any of the food yet, but it looks great. I love the coffee and the atmosphere. Definitely worth checking it out
Awesome coffee but a long line up
Line too long
Amazing. Coffee in the garden is worth the drive from Saskatchewan alone.
Delicious coffee! So many seating areas to relax and enjoy your coffee and snacks. They have vegan and vegetarian options for food and pastries! I love their outdoor sitting area - lots of plants and birds. Bring your own mug or cup-if you have take out they'll charge you 25 cents.
Awesome coffee and atmosphere! Art is cool too.
Best place for coffee and breakfast in Nelson. Delicious food, friendly service, great atmosphere with changing art displays
Great coffee and vibrant atmosphere with hand made furniture decorated with bear paw prints. There is plenty of tables inside if you want to enjoy local artist’s paintings or you can seat outside to enjoy patio or cozy garden.
Everything in this place is good, no disappointment, highly recommend.????
Very nice to sit in their garden and visit with friends over a cup of wonderful coffee, with birds chirping and not to hot in late summer!
Must visit while in Nelson ! Great fresh coffee and food options , and if you did get a spot in the garden then the experience will be even better!!
Great coffee and muffins.
Cool spot. Quality coffee.
Great coffee...cozy relaxed environment
My favorite coffee on the planet! I travel lots and drink copious amounts of coffee....but this is my absolute first choice.
10/10 great coffee and excellent muffins ????
The best coffee! Breakfast sandwiches and muffins were delicious!
Beautiful place!
Cosy interior, with indoor and outdoor seating. There is a decent selection of coffee to buy and have ground here. The menu is easy to read and everything is decently priced. There are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and wheat free options in their pantry case, and several non-dairy milk options for beverages. One negative might be that they don't seem to have a POS machine, and orders are taken on paper and counted with a calculator. This may cause transactions to be slower than expected. All in all a nice cafe I would frequent if I lived here.
It is good here. Customer service is excellent. Keep in mind that the drinks here are not like Starbucks at all. So if you are expecting a caramel macchiato, they don't have it but similar to it. If someone reads this and this is an incorrect statement, please correct me. Their Mocha, is fantastic!
Great coffee. Uncomfortable seats.
Was good coffee and a great atmosphere
Saul good
Best coffee in Nelson. A must visit
Great coffee, beautiful location
A must do when in Nelson. Excellent coffee, roasted to perfection, brewed impeccably. Food is light and creative.
Nice atmosphere for having a cup of coffee or a snack.
A bit loud but a nice place. The patio is great but it's closed due to the weather. The chairs are not comfortable.
I had never been hear and decided to agree to be taken for casual conversation with my father. It didn't really live up to the hype as I couldn't even order a drink I would typically get when I ever do go to a cafe. The atmosphere was really awesome though! I wasn't completely disappointed but I also wasn't completely satisfied.
A wonderful coffee shop with very good coffee. Service is really good & fast.
Really fantastic coffee. Speckled Sky is my personal favourite. Order an iced chai latte and it'll come with coffee ice cubes!
Best coffee in the koots
Fantastic coffee and comfy atmosphere. In the warmer months there is a beautiful garden patio with lots of private books to enjoy a moment of peace.
Just plain yummy, beautiful setting and great staff.
The best
Excellent coffee and treats
Awesome coffee and decor. Can sit in or there's awesome outdoors seating.
Quintessential Nelson coffee house with the best patio in town.
The BEST coffee! Do try the iced coffee in the summer, it is phenomenal
Always try and go there when I'm traveling through Nelson. Consistently always a great cup of coffee
Some of my favorite coffee's.
I have ordered beans online a couple times. I'm blown away with how kind the staff are and how fast my order ships. I order a few bags at a time and they always give me a wee discount without asking. The coffee speaks for itself. By far my favorite bean.
Beautiful place to stop and have a cup
Best coffee spot in Nelson.
Superb coffee. I live in Kelowna and buy their decaf coffee beans from Abaco health store. Better than Starbucks beans and a bit cheaper too !
Exceptional espresso drinks and an interesting vibe make this a "must visit" in Nelson.
Really good coffee and one of Nelson's biggest hangout places. Really nice in the summer time when all the flowers are out..
This is an excellent cafe with a huge traffic but very fast service. I love their wide range of coffee selection and atmosphere is great, too.
Great coffee and a big yard with lots of separate seating
Organically grown. Ethically traded. Best coffee ever!
Loved the morning coffee and yummi muffin
LOVE LOVE LOVE the coffee. A must stop location whenever we go to Nelson.
Good coffee and nice ambiance. I like the metal work.
Great place but it gets busy being so popular
Fantastic garden! Really enjoyed the cold brew and nitro chai! All for a very fair price
Very entitled, snotty attitude from male Barrista. Limited 2 option menu. No seating option. No idea why this place is highly rated. Don't bother.
Due to the COVID-19 safety protocols, you can expect a bit of lineup to order and pick-up your beverages. There are some outside seating available however generally it is busy. Good selection of breakfast items and coffees to order.
A great garden to sit and have coffee and a treat in.
Best patio in Nelson, great coffee and yummy snacks.
Good coffee shop. Very busy with
Amazing! Breakfast bun and muffins are great options to start the day.
Awesome coffee and atmosphere.
Not sure if I need to review this since it has great reviews already but the service here was spectacular, the food was amazing (we had breakfast), and I loved the wooden interiors. We unfortunately did not enjoy the coffee beans we got as much as we thought we would but the cafe itself is a must go for visitors.
The ice coffee smooth brew is a cup of caffeine laced magic.
This is what Starbucks thinks they are. The best coffee I've had in a long time. The atmosphere is awesome and the building is beautiful. A little off the main drag but worth the time. Plus they one upped the Americano with the Canadiano which was mind blowing for me!
Best Coffee place in BC. Taste can't be beat. Healthy food and baked goods. Friendly staff. I loved it!!
Amazing coffe and really cool place to chill.
Good vibes, good coffee
Nice place to get a coffee if your exploring nelson for the day
I wanted to love this place so much. It is so cute and seems to be so so popular. Unfortunately the coffee/cappuccino was some of the worst we’ve ever had…the coffee was incredibly weak and the milk and foam honestly horrendous…sorry to say this, but the girls behind the counter were super friendly but knew literally nothing about coffee. Anyways, if you’re looking for a beautiful little spot, definitely check it out. If you’re looking to enjoy a great coffee, skip…there are so many other great coffee shops in Nelson.
Awesome spot must see if you’re visiting.
Great coffee, great food, great people
Fabulous coffee when I was there + friendly staff with nice smiles. Nice garden to sit and enjoy your coffee, sandwich, etc. Give it a try.
Top spot in town ???? Friendly staff, nice busy place + beautiful outside seating area & coffee is good ☕????
From out of town and was recommended by a local. Very pleased by the quality of food and coffee. Highly recommended!
Best coffee and environment experience ever!
Oso is the taste of home, and the kootenays
Cool shop nice staff and great variety. The patio garden is a must see hidden gem.
My favorite coffee on the planet
Best coffee in town! The paninis are great too.
Not quite a 5 star coffee experience.
Great breakfast sandwiches and coffee!
Good food, nice vibe, decent espresso
Great coffee house. Has a fair amount of seating space but is quite popular so gets filled up quick. Lots of good food and drink items.
Beautiful cafe with great coffee.
Well pricy and I didn't even got water.. the water was bad in Nelson
Great cup of coffee
Coffee heart of Nelson. Beautiful staff and garden.
A bit on the burnt taste coffee. Not a bad thing just a style to be aware of. They care about the coffee and people.
Amazing coffee and a great local business to support. As a local favourite it gets pretty busy but it's worth the wait. The outdoor patio is absolutely beautiful. Always my go to place for coffee when I visit Nelson.
Best coffee in town
Awesome and very popular place. They serve really dark coffee if you like it, which is not my favorite.
Go for a great coffee, stay for all the beautiful people! Oso is an original. It hasn't taken any theme or ideas from anyone, but makes you realize how it's done right.
The best coffee and best breakfast sandwich! Highly recommend checking it out for coffee in Nelson.
One of the best coffees ive had
Glad we found this place. Had lunch as well as a great coffee. The outside garden / sitting area was a nice touch.
The most reasonable prices ive seen in nelson (along with the civic theatre), great service and quality food and drinks.
Great place. Vibe is really good. Variety of coffee is great and everything is delicious. The staff is really nice and the place is very comfortable.
Staff and coffee best in Nelson
No where else to get coffee. A must place to hang out
This is my favourite café in Canada. No contest. The coffee is excellent, the staff are friendly and provide the best customer service in the Kootenays, the patio is spectacular and the views of the valley are magical. Get a breakfast sandwich, coffee and maybe a little something sweet then chill out for the morning. You’ll love it too.
Stopped in for morning coffee both days. This place is awesome. Delicious coffee, nice setting - but the outdoor patio is amazing. You have to stop here if you're in Nelson.
After living in Nelson for 20 years, I had to move back to the coast to be with family. So great that I can order 10lbs of my favorite coffee, and its roasted, packaged and shipped the same day, and I get it the next day in North Vancouver. Love Dark Roast, love you guys. Thanks
One of our go to spots in Nelson for a fantastic cup of coffee and healthy, tasty snack amid a lively social atmosphere during the winter months. During the Spring to Autumn on pleasant days, the ambience of the outdoor garden/arboretum is amazing. The staff are always welcomeing, friendly and efficient.
Excellent coffee and unique garden sitting area.
Great coffee, food and friendly service. A well known place in Nelson!
The only negative I can give it is the price. Other than that it was absolutely amazing.
Excellent coffee
A must stop on any trip to Nelson! The coffee and breakfast buns are delicious! They have a lot of nice milk options for anyone who is lactose intolerant like myself! The only downside to this beautiful place is the lines, but if you go early in the morning you should be fine! Highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed!
It’s hard to imagine there is a more beautiful coffee shop in the world, so it is always a treat to stop by when we are in the Kootenay’s and have coffee and great eats in a garden that totally fills the soul. Our last visit the owner was there and was so kind to stop and chat about the history, architecture and garden. It’s one thing to serve great coffee, but to create and take such joy in sharing this with others takes this to a whole different level!
Great atmosphere and delicious locally roasted coffee. A Nelson must!
Great coffee food and atmosphere, both inside and outside on the patio.
Awesome as usual! Great place!
Great coffee, food, service reasonably priced
Great outdoorsitting areas to enjoy the awesome coffee & food.
Amazing coffee and breakfast sandwiches plant and uplift environment. Clean and pretty cool patio.
Zero Stars - Management Epic Fail!! I'm having trouble wrapping my head around a coffee shop... that serves muffins... and can't heat them. What did they think the point was? I didn't even get to find out if there was butter available. Oso, it's 2021, almost 2022. Microwaves are not evil. They are not witchcraft. They are a simple tool for a healthy business. That fact that you can't heat a muffin in your store undermines my confidence in you and your credibility. The coffee shop market in Nelson is too competitive for you not to heat muffins (and have butter for them).
Great food and coffee. Nice cozy atmosphere. Free wifi
I saw coffee here
Almost a cult like following for coffee lovers. You either love their roasts or not. I personally love them. Strong, delicious and rich blends. The cafe is a bit of a landmark when visiting Nelson as many of my friends love to go their while visiting Nelson. The morning can be busy during peak times. Never fear - Oso has a stellar team that keeps the line moving and gets your hot bevy into your hands quickly. And if you like checking out art they have a different artist featured every month.
Nelson's orignal iconic coffee shop. They set the bar for the Kootenays.... excellent coffee and alternatives, quality snacks. Very well run local institution, don't be deterred by the line up, service is amazingly swift!
Fabulous coffee. Great prices. Friendly staff. A triple threat! And the best mocha in the West Kootenays.
Amazing place
Terrific coffee! Always worth a visit.
Such a great coffee shop, the baked goods are awesome! Breakfast sandwiches are my fav!
Calm and peacfull place along with good bakery product choices and paintings too
OMG. I think this is most gorgeous coffee shop I've ever been in. In two previous visits I never discovered this local favourite. (Guess I should be keeping it quiet?)
Best coffee in nelson Also a honey pot they keep over a small flame so it pours faster and one can add as much honey as they need. They also whip up your americano pretty quick. Metalwork by local artist from Kootenay School of Art a couple blocks away.
Beautiful place, good coffee, seem very popular with locals/ turists
Pretty good. Cool place, clean, good vibe. Nice spot.
Best coffee in Nelson!
Great coffee outrageous prices. I am a local to the area and can barely afford this place...for the price they should be using an eco friendly (Loring) roaster and at least sealing the bags of coffee but alas they are just in it for the profits so what do you expect.
Delicious cookie and coffee
Too noisy for me, but great people.
Some of the best coffee I've ever had, well worth stopping in
The best coffee you can taste
Love the garden and the drinks and the food great people including staff
Ģreat coffee, friendly staff.
Service
Outstanding coffee and service
Couldn't say enough good things. The coffee is superb and the line ups move quickly because of their capable staff.
I was just telling my kids this is likely the best coffee shop I have ever been to. It is a fantastic setting, fair prices, efficient and friendly staff and plenty of food/drink options. Two thumbs up to the owner!
I love the atmosphere of this cafe. Great service and delicious coffee!
Nice gardens with a water feature. Very relaxing and good coffee
Everything is right about this place. Must sit in the courtyard as it is amazing and very relaxing. Everything is tasty and we went there several times to this place. Very good value. The owner knows what he he doing and I just wish more coffee shops were being operated like this one. Too bad it's not in my city where I live.
Nice
Best breakfast sandwich and mocha. Love the atmosphere. There is usually a lineup, but it moves along quickly.
Good coffee and very cool garden terrace.
This coffee shop has a really nice patio!
Great coffee and service
One of the best patios in the province, exceptional attention to detail.
Best coffee shop in the west.
I was amazed to find such good coffee in middle of nowhere BC, service was also excellent! In fact it puts many of the coffee places in lower mainland to shame. I would give it 5 stars but what's with the cheap tacky coffee mug? Different beer goes with different glass, it further the drinking experience. You have such beautiful coffee, I can taste the heart you put into it, then you serve it in a mug that only thrift stores would carry. I love you guys but this is like a beautiful women that wears some crappy moo moo.
Great place for coffee and lunch, outdoor seating is the best I've ever experienced in a coffee shop, very quick and friendly service
Longstanding quality with quirk and quark
Always great coffee and baking
Great coffee
Canada's best coffee.
Really cute and welcoming cafe. It is spacious, has great coffee and plenty of food options. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with a beautiful garden area. Highly recommend a visit for any coffee lover.
Such an amazing experience! Great service, fun space, and delicious coffee.
Good coffee too strong
Best coffee shop in the known universe I'm pretty sure. No nasty syrups lining the wall or pumpkin spice lattes - just the hard stuff.
Excellent coffee!
Wonderful atmosphere, great coffee, and delicious snacks for every one (gluten free, vegan options)
Great coffee limited seating.
Nelson's living room with top notch espresso drinks and a variety of snacks and basic breakfast and lunch options. Breakfast buns! Very lively usually busy lovely outdoor seating.
the building is gorgeous, the patio area is a must see. I did not really find the coffee very good however as its over roasted. just a personal preference though as my wife loved it. great staff and good food choices for everyone.
Great coffee in Nelson
Lovely atmosphere and great staff
Great coffee, atmosphere and staff! A must stop in your in Nelson :)
I get beans shipped to me every few weeks in another city, that's how good this coffee is. My orders are roasted and shipped the same day. I even get a free chocolate bar from time to time. This place is a legend worth exploring.
A must stop place when in Nelson, #1 coffee,had the breakfast sandwich, REAL back bacon & very delightful patio courtyard.
Awesome coffee, delicious food, great staff and nice place to hang out. My personal favorite coffee shop anywhere.
Such a beautiful and welcoming place. Amazing coffee and food.
Best coffee in the Kootenays
One of my favourite coffee stops in the Kootenays. Coffee (mochas usually) always great. Snacks are good. Line up usually moves quickly.
Best spot in town for a Coffee in a garden.
Always a great atmosphere and warm inviting staff. Favourite Nelson coffee shop.
Sadly, their hot chocolate is made from chocolate milk. So the mochas and hot chocolates are mediocre. Their coffees are wonderful though.
The biggest plus point is the ample space for customers to sit and peacefully engage in their activities.
Very good mochas, excellent atomsphere and cool outdoor sitting area, love it
Yummy delicious food and exciting design of space
Love the cozy warm atmosphere. Staff are great!
A hub of the Nelson Downtown. Best coffee in the Kootneys!
Very unique cafe with a cool yard patio area to relax in. Also possibly the best coffee I've ever had.
Great coffee and yummee food
They had really nice iced coffee!
Great coffee and very friendly staff
Great tasting coffee! Thanks Nelson!
Beautiful garden! Incredible Staff and of course superb freshly roasted coffee.
Delicious coffee. When I day the best coffee in Nelson, I mean it. Also a beautiful garden area.
Tasty inexpensive breakfast. Good coffee
The hippest place in the Kootenays to get coffee. Great structure and beautiful landscaping.
"Great coffee, lovely space and even better staff."
Great coffee and great environment
Nice building, fair coffee, really busy.
A truly Nelson experience. A great place to experience the local colour while enjoying a delicious locally roasted cup of coffee. ☕️????
Coffee and service is great as well as the food especially the breakfast sandwich! My fave!
Nice local roaster that is understandably busy. Line up was out the door in the morning so be prepared to have a leisurely wait. Not a show-stopper, but a good heads up for anyone in a hurry. Great patio outside. When you ask for a double shot of espresso, ask yourself if you are prepared for liftoff - she’s strong!! (Do you guys add anything to the coffee??)
Nothing in my.opinion to special coffee wasnt anything special and the breakfast bun was ok
Pretty good coffee prepared by very good baristas. The breakfast sandwich is also delicious.
Need tables on patio for people with dogs. Awesome coffee.
Really good coffee and great service too ????
Best coffee I've had in the whole area! Great place to relax with family and friends and enjoy a great cup of coffee and surf the internet as there is free wifi in the Café.
Every visit here is wonderful. I love the patio. The food is great and the coffee is fantastic.
A must see when in Nelson BC. Great coffee experience.
very good americano.
To me, this place didn't live up to the hype
Wonderful locally owned and operated business. The coffee is strong and the food is tasty.
Unique coffee and garden
Unfortunately my review has changed. I haven't had a good tasting non-dairy tea latte (I don't drink coffee) here for a long time. I can't even remember if I ever have. I quite like the atmosphere especially in the summertime. But until they improve I'd rather go to where I know I can get a better tasting drink.
A staple coffee shop. I love dark roasts, but if you’re more into light roast coffee this may not be your place.
Without a doubt one of my favorite places to spend an hour or two drinking coffee with a friend. Great coffee, fantastic atmosphere, highly recommended.
Amazing local coffee that they produce, great food end service, very well known place amongst locals and travellers as well.
Fav coffee shop in Nelson
Great location great place!
Great place, good food and drinks, service is good but can be very rushed.
Love the coffee and vibe.
Had the Nitro Cold Brew, which was divine. Indoor seating was comfortable and spacious. Worked there for a bit and it was fine. Not too crowded. Outside garden is absolutely delightful. Only had benches, but would be great for coffee chats.
Coffee so good I visited this place twice on my 24 hours in Nelson. Both indoor and outdoor seating areas are beautiful, the quality of coffee is high, and the biscotti is to die for! The staff seemed friendly. Would definitely go back!
Beautiful place. Nice place for vegans. Coffee was good and ambiance was beautiful.
Cozy atmosphere. Strong coffee.
The place for coffee and cakes in Nelson. Off the main street but only 2 blocks up. You can sit inside or outside in their garden. They seem their own coffee beans too.
Coffee. Good coffee and treats.
Unbeatable coffee!!☕???? Very busy place lots of seating indoors and beautiful outdoor seating area. We had Almond Milk Cold Brew and Iced Oat Milk Latte both were excellent. The Gluten Free Banana Bread was unfortunately very dry and could have been served with some butter.
Best coffee shop in nelson ❤
Dandelion latte with almond milk and honey paired with a Gluten free apple mufffin was ????????????????????.
Amazing coffee shop. From interior to coffee everything is so good.
My favorite coffee shop period
Best coffee around!
Really nice place to have a coffee and chill
Good coffee and excellent cookies/treats that have gluten free dairy free options.
I can't get enough of this coffee.
Best mocha in the Kootneys!!!
The Canadiano is great.
Great tuna panini, fresh ripple cut potato chips and carrots served up with a decadent latte and a smile!! Keep up the great work!!!
Best coffee place in nelson. So funky and they roast their own coffee!!
Great space, Great staff, Great vibes!
Delicious delicious coffee. Best in the Kootenays!
Great coffee house with outside garden seating.
Great coffee!!! Beautiful outdoor space
Good coffee and gorgeous court yard. Get the breakfast sandwich, you won't regret it!
Awesome locally roasted coffee in Nelson BC
A very beautiful Cafe with an amazing garden. If you are in Nelson, make a stop here! ????
Updated, August 2020. Likely the best overall coffee place in town. Besides the great drinks, their food is tasty and efficiently served. Excellent paninis at reasonable prices, even during COVID times
The counter attendant / barista was snooty as I placed my order and when I asked for room for room for cream and sugar she acted impatient and poured 1/4th of a cup out so that after I added my cream and sugar I needed a top up. Just rude to me. Maybe I don't fit her bill of customers worthy of friendliness. Anyway I spoke to the manager via email and they said Sorry, take care.
Nice place, great coffee, though it can get a bit busy. Great outdoor patio for morning coffee.
I wasn't even there. So pretty hard for mwvto rate it.
Rad little place with excellent baked goods, and top notch coffee.
best coffee spot in nelson by far
Great panini great coffee and awesome places to sit outside
One of the best coffee shops that I know of in BC.
Bustling little cafe in Nelson which roasts their own line of coffee. Great local initiative and really really good tasting coffees. Food was good too, interesting options to choose from and you can sit inside or outside. Outside seating was really cool and accommodating for friendly four-legged friends
Decaf latte was excellent. Friendly staff. Not to be missed!
Lovely location and great coffee
I have personally been responsible for getting several people thoroughly addicted to the Prince of Darkness roast.
Great service. Friendly staff, delicious food and reasonable prices. Gluten free options as well.