Thrive & Shine Bistro — Restaurant in Esquimalt

Buddha bowl is just a bunch of spinach with a tablespoon each of quinoa and beans as a garnish Just advertise it as a spinach salad so I don't waste my time and money expecting something hearty and filling, lke a buddha bowl should be and getting a bunch of lettuce. At least the ingredients were fresh....but again, I DIDN'T ORDER A SPINACH SALAD!!! The only reason I am giving 3 stars is because I can tell they care about quality of ingredients....just wished they cared about importance of giving you what the menu says...

I just happened to be on a city job today, up the street from Thrive and shine. I went and ordered a turkey bacon Swiss melt and a side of Tater tots with siracha aioli. The sandwich was fabulous, hot and delicious. The tots were hot and the aioli was delicious. I took my order back to my work site, it traveled well. I'm going back with others on a weekend soon! Looking forward to checking out the ajoining craft store when I have...

I met a friend for coffee here this morning, and ended up ordering food as well because it looked great. Hadn’t heard about the shop until now. What a treat! The staff were so friendly, the owner came out to introduce herself and ask how we were doing. Clean and bright. They serve yummy Fantastico coffee, fresh food. There is also an attached consignment athletic wear shop. It’s a bit out of my way but I will be going...