Reviews of Demitasse Cafe & Garden Centre (Gardener)

Spencer

you want a cookie? that'll be $20.

Jordan Spence

Wow. Great staff!

Susan Skidmore

My first visit today. Mouth watering food, great atmosphere and who would have known such a great plants store with a WIDE selection of lovely plants!

Ace Fighting

Just got a slice of amazing pizza for lunch. I thought 5 bucks was a lot for one slice. But it was so tasty and the crust was crunchy and chewy. 5 stars 5bux food ain't cheap.

Johnny Caron

A wonderful hidden gem to escape from the snow. The latte was next level and the service exceptional. The manager emma cleared the snow off a table for us and Ciaran gave me a book to read! Great novel called ghosts by Raina Telgemeier. 10/10 recommend.

Taylor pakvis

OMG IT WAS GREAT ????????????

David Galloway

Great food. Open later than most places. Worth the trip. Also plants!

Al Jones

First visit here, great coffee, nice staff, beautiful garden centre!

Kevin Cole (Kevin_in_BC)

Great fresh baked food, unfortunately they no longer make their fabulous Cornish Pasty.

Emily McIvor

I love this quaint little spot! Homemade food to eat in or take out is beyond delicious. Excellent coffee and espresso. Really charming setting and unique garden centre. Limited indoor seating.

nate pellerin

Delicious food and friendly staff!

stephen kagan

Chocolate chip cookies as good as they tasted when I was a kid. Maybe better.

Giulio Mari

Great menu with European items hard to find anywhere else. Seating outside in their Garden Centre with their great coffee is a real treat.

Ron Hammond

I love this little cafe - and I also love leaving tips. But I had to drop my review from a perfect 5 out of 5 because I hate the way your credit card machines work. They force you to leave a tip. I love giving away my change for a job well done but I love leaving it in cash. But the machines here force you to pick a dollar amount or a percent, there is no options like other cafe's that ask "do you want to leave a tip" - instead it just assumes you do. What about all the change in my pocket that's weighing me down? Please change the machines to ask if the person wants to leave a tip and not making they feel like they are forced too.

Goldie Carlow

No one said hi or acknowledged my entrance and it’s a mess in there - you have no idea where you need to stand to order food. Not a single dairy free item. They had this nice looking Indian food and they even ruined that with dairy when Indian food is notoriously good for vegetarian and vegan diets.

John Pickersgill

However they need a outdoor seating area like many places have done so we don't stand on the sidewalk to enjoy our snaks.

Spencer Wildman

Awesome cafe and plant place. Great atmosphere and delicious food.

Shane Scott

Thanks Rob!

Cynthia Diadick Tanner

I live in a nearby neighborhood but lately on trips back from Willows beach I started stopping here for sweet treats. For about 6 months that's about all I did--until a friend and I grabbed some delicious to go salads before Xmas. This past week I wasn't feeling like sweets (must have been ill!) and I noticed while browsing a fellow sitting down and eating the most delicious looking large lunch. I just about leaped on it and dove in! So this week I deliberately made my way to Demitasse to get something interesting for dinner. And boy did I strike it lucky. I got this delicious homemade beef curry with a very interesting rice salad (with chunks of squash--unique and divine) and I couldn't believe the price for a huge take away meal. In a nutshell what I love about this place--and not necessarily in this order--the selection of quality take home meals, the fantastic garden centre with plants you don't see anywhere else, the delicious sweets, the small grocery selection AND the very nice and efficient staff. Also if you are vegetarian it;s really nice that they make it quite clear on the front display case which foods are likely to be vegetarian or meatless or gluten free. In other words you don't have t quizz the staff for hours--you can look and easily see what might work for a restrictive diet. What blows me away--and my sister owned a catering business similar to this--is the NUMBER of freshly prepared selections they have throughout the day. They don't seem to run out like alot of places do. Whole Foods could lesrn a hell of alot about how to run a take out department from these people! You got o Whole Foods in the early afternoon and their hot food case is ALWAYS nearly depleted with just some pathetic looking "paleo" carrots or other unappetizing concotion. What I love about Demitasse it is that it's clear to me that whoever is running the kitchen cares about the quality and taste of the food they are selling. The staff are always helpful and cheerful and they can be hugely busy. Just before I arrived about 30 people on bikes descended on that tiny little cafe and it was amazing how quickly they procssed all those orders. One of my biggest complaints about Victoria bakeries (especially Wildfire) is that you go in there and have to wait 10 minutes while they pour a cup of coffee and retrieve a dessert for someone. They just don't seem to care. Kudos to Demitasse for keeping up standards for many years. Not many food establishments can say that!

Jouelle Brick

Outstanding cafe, salads and sandwiches change daily using familiar, new, comforting and exotic food recipes.

Cat Power

Stunning little hidden gem! Delicious foods, baked goods, yummy drinks and a gorgeous garden.

Ayla Conklin

Celeste and Jocelyn make this what it is, which is STELLAR. That Justin boy could pick up the pace a bit. But overall a great establishment.

Sydney S

Tasty and healthy food options in an awesome outdoor setting! Every dish that I’ve had has been better than the last but the pizza is to die for!!

Ty Bee

I love this place!

Otter

Five star garden store - 1 star cafe unless money is no object and you don't mind snotty staff. I split the difference at 2 stars. The food is nice but a bit pricey for what you get. Staff inside always act like serving you is a chore - garden centre staff are always fun/nice.

Emma Knelson

absolutely wild experience. the food is delectable & the staff exceptional. definitely recommend this friends & foe

Sue Gentry

Just plain lovely. Happy courteous staff and super yummy food.

Justin Ritter

I have finally found a good cup of coffee so perfect I literally enjoyed every sip and didnt need to add a thing. My only issue is that it's on the opposite side of the city and i cant have it whenever i want. Was it a one cup wonder? I wont know until I visit you again. Looking forward to that.

Holly Stratton

Best food!! Currently eating your gf lava cookie. So dang delicious. This morning I ate the quiche and was amazing ???? came back and bought some soup from your freezer section ???? only to plan on coming back from colwood in the near future for some plants. See you soon!!

Julianne Johnson

Wow. Stumbled upon this café whilst on a Sunday bike ride. Food was amazing- fresh and wholesome, and the selection of baked goods was refreshing. Definitely coming back to this place. Also... Checkout the secret seating in the backyard garden centre. Magnificent!

Sarah S

Incredible. Amazing. Devine. The care and attention to detail in this food is second to none. I could not recommend this place more highly. And the ambiance of the garden centre is heavenly. I will be returning many many times over to this little gem.

Juan Cuesta

Great place, desserts are delicious!!! People who work there are very nice , friendly and make you feel very welcome.

Moksha Victoria

AMAZING CELESTE IS THE BEST BARISTA IVE EVER KNOWN IN MY WHOLE LIFE GET YA LATTES ON FLEEK !

Nathan Frasch

Prices were a bit high, but coffee was delicious! Staff was very friendly!

Chuck Andrews

Best desserts ever.

Frances Roche

This place is amazing!! The food is absolutely delicious and the coffee is the best I've had in Victoria. The garden is so gorgeous as well, it's just the perfect setting. There's something for everyone with beautiful plants and flowers for sale too. Definitely worth visiting :)

Gillian Trotter

The baked goods at Demitasse are to die for! I recommend anything and everything. The coffee is meh, but go if only for the food. There are snacks, as well as lunch and dinner options. I've never been to there for the garden centre, but it is also quite popular.

jay vee

Coffee Good Food Not ! Don't go here for food. Coffee and the setting is nice

Tayvin Kierstead

The only place I've ever been to where the vegetarian options are just as good, if not better than the meat options.

TheGreggers69

Great place for a morning coffee and croissant

Victoria Panchenko

This cafe very often saves my day

Clinton Wong

Had a frustrating experience here. I came here for the first time to pick up a few boxes of treats to bring to someone's house. I told them I wanted it in two separate boxes because I figured it would be too much for a usual bakery box. Strangely enough, this bakery doesn't have bakery boxes. It has sandwich takeout containers which they use for takeout baked goods. Ordinarily I wouldn't care, but they're much smaller than bakery boxes and it resulted in my baked goods not being able to fit into two boxes. No problem I said, just put it into another box. Instead, the gentleman gave it to me in this flimsy wax takeout bag. I was in a rush so I didn't make a fuss about it, but the end result was by the time I got to where I was going, I had discovered he had squished the croissants and butter tarts into one box (resulting in misshaped croissants and broken butter tarts), and broken cookies in the other. It looked like I was bringing my leftover food to someone's house, instead of fresh baked goods straight from the store. The baked goods were tasty, the prices were okay, the staff were friendly enough. I'm just surprised for a bakery they aren't more prepared (or trained) for guests with larger takeout orders.

Evan Carey

Insanely overpriced food, no prices on the menu, but the staff are friendly. Went there for lunch today and although the food was good (lamb curry and GF peanut butter cookies) it was not $58 of good for two people! The portion sizes are more like tasters and leave you wanting for more, while your wallet is still recoiling from the massive punch in the gut. I will never return to this overpriced boutique store

Myc Powers

Their pizza is seriously under par

Eryn Chaney

The cutest coffee shop/lunch spot/flower stop you've ever seen. Kiss Delish goodbye.

Marc Doucette

So we need to talk about the food at Demitasse. I'm surprised its not more widely talked about, because it's exceptionally good. There's a rotating set of features that are ready at the counter (I've never seen the same thing twice) and it's always incredibly good. Factor in that the price point is quite fair for the quality of food, and that there's charming garden patio seating, and you've got a big-time winner here! The pizza and baked goods are also delightful :)

Carmen Thompson

Yummy! Lots of choices, non-dairy, gluten-free....and all the above!

Greg Gale

What a wonderful experience for a nice warm day. They have really tasty and creative food choices. You can take your food outside and sit among the flowers and plants for sale. Enjoy life.

Glenn Morgan (stickus)

Great coffee, good food and baking. That and it's less than 500' from my front door.

The Simmering Pot

Cute cafe. Decent homemade food. I like the ambiance here!

Larissa Dziubenko

Charming place with great food!

Nathalie Garcin-Jasinski (Kikou)

Wonderful coffee in a quiet and peaceful garden alley. Thank-you

moody hedgehogs

GOOD COFFEEEEE really good. thank you.

Blair Day

Great place to grab a coffee and enjoy the garden. Excellent selection of pastries.

Nathan Budd

Original and tasty assortment of foods, in addition to great drinks!

Eileen Yeh

Is long time ago. When I stayed Language School , KGIC ,Victoria. I like visiting this Demitasse coffee shop. Here have beautiful Graden and Fresh air. I also like this area. Recommend cappuccino coffee and dessert!!!!! Delicious. 24Nov, 2014. ELin.

Graeme Campbell

Lovely gardens with great treats and coffee.

Geo Andison

Best desserts ever!!! I personally suggest the carrot cake ITS SO GOOD!!!! I only really get desserts here but yeah, AMAZING (I also saw bad reviews for the people working, every time I go there is a different person and everyone is very kind)

Chelsey Blanc

Amazing food, great staff!

David Mackenzie-Kong

Great food, great people and beautiful garden centre.

Dr.James5791

As a trained artist, am doing artwork about the city of Victoria trying to get taken on by tourism bureau throughput Canada creating everything from icons for stationary/websites/business cards to greetings cards/ calendars/ prints to silkscreen clothing for tourism bureau marketing..... while managed by my esteemed mother Anna isabel Davidson who I miss due to police community harassment in Victoria bc.

Wheelys Boise

Where can I compost and get my latte and get handmade local soap and pick up some garden supplies?! HERE that’s where! I wish I lived here- I would be here every day ❤️ An ever changing variety of fresh baked goods, treats, hand pies, pizza by the slice and many other lunch items. Also basic grocery store need- small milk, beverages and such.

Philippe Carter

Great espresso, sure, but it was the relaxed friendly vibe that would make me go back again and again. Awesome place to be with your friends.

David Southern

Nice garden area where one can enjoy a coffee and a treat.

Joe Adams

Beautiful location. Amazing food and coffee. Great spot. Best butter tarts in the city.

cha mekke

This charming cafe is tucked inside a pocket-sized garden centre. Deli foods, desserts, and hot and cold drinks are available to enjoy on-site or to take out. There are a couple of tables inside, but it’s more enjoyable to dine at one of the small outdoor tables, surrounded by the flowers and plants (which you can buy!). Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample parking for bicycles at the front, and a few spots for cars, too. A real gem. P.S. Try the salads!

Darrell Doerksen

Yum

Jocelyn Gile

Lovely garden setting with scrumptious snacks and wraps!

Andrew Wallace

Great food and excellent plants.

Radhika Thomas

Charming

Benjamin Stewart

Super grateful to have this gem in such a residential area. Wonderful and unique in every way.

Jonathan Cronk

Really bad macchiato....good sticky bun, fun selection of plants.

Angel Manguerra

Cozy and such a perfect lazy afternoon place to enjoy the sun and good food and coffee

Maureen Parker

The baked goods are nice. The coffee is passable. Sadly the dinner entrees are tasteless and very pricey for what you get. Won’t get dinner there again but would drop by for a sweet treat. Staff is not particularly friendly. Beautiful plants!

Mona Borghei

It is a great place . Lots of great choices. A little pricey .

Iris Elsdon

Excellent food, lots of choice and great pastries.

G M

The staff are indifferent, the prices high, the food is average. What a shame.

Daisy Linden

Beautiful fairy garden patio, delicious food and treats, and great tasting coffee. The perfect spot. Always my first choice in Victoria!

Jesse Dares

Some of the best cafe food around!! Love these guys. Always friendly!!!!

Barb Shannon

Beautiful plants and an adorable little cafe will be going back

ShelleyAnne Cameron

Not only is this over priced...actually nothing or very little is priced, the snide attitude of the youngish staff is appaelling. As a new home owner in the neighbourhood, I shall make sure I never give them any of business and shall spread the word!!

J WL

My favorite Cafe. I make an effort to get something different every time, and I've never been disappointed.

stitch witch

Staff is rude and the food is not kept at an appropriate temp... someone is going to get very sick.

Cielo

Great foods nice service. Lots of plants to sell.

Ben Haddrick

Never had a bad meal here and the food changes daily. Very nice atmosphere and lovely to sit outside in the summer sun. The staff are very nice and friendly. Always look forward to eating here when we work nearby.

Daniel Chamberlain

A great atmosphere and always changing up the menu. Perfect for meeting friends, colleagues and clients.

John Fingland

Their dinners that come out at 1pm are awesome. Tried the Moroccan tagine today and it's really really good!

Gerry Burrell

Fabulous place!!! Wonderful atmosphere and coffee to boot!! Beautifully laid out, personable staff and great service... Brings buying plants to s whole new level.. you have to visit... Food also great!!! What an experience!!!!!

Enrique Alvarez

unfriendly (possibly discriminating) kids run the counter ????; food and coffee were really good.

JeffJack Polding

Nice place. Great coffee. Also cool garden plants to buy.

Faye Smith

Sales l Clerks acted like they would sooner be any where else just going through the motions food was good

Brian Rae

Excellent food and even better people!

rebecca koval

Always delicious food and great service ????

Maria Ciardullo

Everything I've had here has been fantastic. Love the vegetarian burger.....so good.

Tammy Wood

Delicious baked treats!

David Broadhead

Wonderful idea, plants and coffee. The execution is as strong and creative as the idea.

Smokus Cat

The food is hit or miss. So are the employees.

Maurice Lagasse

Great coffee and delicious food. Fun atmosphere too.

Jordan Maxwell

Best carrot cake in the world

Leona Davis

Great comfortable coffee shop.

Nigel Rivera

chix shawarma burger/sammy was dope!