I have gone here few times alone and with friends. I was there few days ago and I had an unpleasant experience. I ordered a coffee at first when I arrived, and then I got a sandwich (one order per hour). I was working on my laptop, and they had taken my plates. A lady in a coat (looked like a manager) walked up to me asking “can we get you anything else”. At this place you order at the register, not at the table, she did this to let me know I am staying for too long/ not ordering enough (I had already spent $30 there). I was on my computer and I was waiting for my bf to join for lunch (he didn’t make it). I asked the register if its okay while I placed another order and I asked who that lady was. She was indeed a manager. It's nice a place, but two managers just stand there, talking to each other, facing the crows, and constantly scanning everything in a really weird way. I am not sure if they do not trust their employees and they have to watch everything like a hook, but I have not seen this anywhere else in BC. I am not sure if the manager was from here. Usually, if working there is not allowed, they put a sign, or not have any plugs..Here they have a ton of plugs and it really seemed like laptops are okay. The register also said that that it is completely okay to stay and work. So, she made me uncomfortable. Other than that, the coffee is good, and the sandwiches are alright (definitely over prices), tea was...
Read moreOne of the Best Coffee Shops I’ve Ever Visited!
If there were an Olympic event for coffee shops, Provisions would take home the gold. Seriously. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is clean, modern, and quietly luxurious, but still welcoming. The lighting alone wakes you up like a good espresso shot, bright enough to energize you, soft enough to calm your soul.
I had tea (yes, I’m that person in a coffee shop), and it was incredible, smooth, fragrant, and full of flavor. My family had various coffees, all brewed to perfection, and served by some of the friendliest, most attentive baristas we’ve ever encountered. They listen, get your order right, and genuinely seem to care.
The menu boards are crystal clear and thoughtfully placed, and the entire interior is a design lover’s dream: wood, marble, and cozy lighting. It’s like if an architect and a barista had a really stylish baby.
And can we talk about the bathroom? I’ve seen spa bathrooms that weren’t this nice. Clean, modern, and yes they have bidets. Enough!
Here’s my personal checklist of what made it special: • Rich, tasty tea and coffee ✅ • Exceptionally friendly, focused staff ✅ • Sleek interior with cozy vibes ✅ • Well-designed menu boards ✅ • Stunning bathroom (yes, really!) ✅ • Bidets—bonus points for comfort ✅
Can’t wait to go back. And if I could give it 6...
Read moreBeautiful space, better for takeout than dine-in
We visited around 10am—well past the breakfast rush—but the place was still bustling. We were lucky to snag a table as walk-ins, but many families and groups weren’t as fortunate, with limited seating causing a bit of a scramble.
The front staff was friendly, and food came out quickly. While it’s a counter-service setup, they do bring your order to the table, which is a nice touch. Still, given how few tables are available, takeout might be the smarter option.
The space itself is stylish and upscale, but it’s hard to fully enjoy the atmosphere when people are hovering nearby, clearly waiting for a seat. It creates a bit of pressure to eat and leave quickly.
As for the food: it was decent, though a bit overpriced for what you get. I had the Provision Sandwich—my girlfriend liked it, but I found it underwhelming. The chocolate croissant, however, was excellent and fairly priced. We also had cappuccinos—flavor was good, but the foam on mine wasn’t quite up to standard.
Overall, the food and aesthetic are solid, but the dine-in experience feels rushed and crowded. I’d recommend grabbing something to-go and enjoying it elsewhere in...
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