We were there on May 15th and enjoyed a good and delicious lunch (homemade of course). Pleasant and warm atmosphere with very courteous staff. Thank you Willow St. Cafe !
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Willow Street Cafe
9749 Willow St, Chemainus, British Columbia V0R1K0, Canada
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Ranked #1 of 21 restaurants in Chemainus
Price range: CAD11 - CAD16
Cuisines: Café
Good for: Child-friendly, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dessert
Canada
1 review
Victoria
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We found the main street patio of the Willow St. Cafe a very inviting place to enjoy a beer and some home made food while watching people walk by the shops all around us. Just as we were about to head out we heard some music start up inside. We joined the group of mostly locals inside for a couple...
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VitaminandDolphin, Owner at Willow Street Cafe, responded to this review
13 May 2013
Dear Birds_of_a_feather,
Thank you so much for the review! I totally remember who you are and you joining Tropical Vibe in the cafe once the music began! We are at the beginning of a new venture with the cafe supporting live music in Chemainus and we are so glad you enjoyed yourselves. Please come back when you get the chance....
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Ladysmith, Canada
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Great quality food, all is made there, the salsa, the soups, the baked goods. Located in old beautiful character building. Friendly staff, we totally recommend this place.
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13 May 2013
Hi Maria.
Thank you for your review highlighting the quality of our food. Our menu is not pretentious or over the top, just simple home cooked food. You're right too, pretty much everything is made here on site. I do have to admit though that we bring in the salsa. We discovered it at a food show and just had...
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The Willow Street Cafe is our very favourite spot in Chemainus! The owners, Phil and Michelle are perfect hosts and couldn't be more welcoming....feels like home. Delicious homemade food, warm atmosphere and friendly staff make this our #1 recommendation to family, friends and travellers as a destination or stopping point when travelling through Chemainus. Well done, Phil and Michelle!
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VitaminandDolphin, Owner at Willow Street Cafe, responded to this review
9 May 2013
Dear Claudia M,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to be your #1 recommendation and will try to continue to remain that way. Please let us know if we ever make a mistake or we slip. It's wonderful to get the kudos, but even more important to keep consistent.
We can't wait to see you again!...
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Vancouver, Canada
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A great variety of everything to eat, delicious coffee and bakery items! Cosy and comfortable tables and chairs, and you can't miss it, it is right I the centre of town!
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30 April 2013
Dear Bill D,
Thank you for your review! Hearing such feedback gives me that extra boost at 5 am when I get up to bake those bakery items you discussed. We love what we do and we're glad you enjoyed your visit with us. Please visit again soon!
Sincerely,
Phil Mavis
Owner/Operator
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saskatchewan
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Stopped in for lunch on a saturday and it was awesome. The special was a chowder made from the owners family recipe withe a homemade cheese scone. The beer was cold and excellent carrot cake for dessert. Service was great too.
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VitaminandDolphin, Owner at Willow Street Cafe, responded to this review
30 April 2013
Dear SaskatchewanBlowfish,
Thank you for your review. I will tell my Dad that you loved his chowder recipe! Truth be told, I never saw a white or red clam chowder until I was 18 years old working in my first restaurant. We're so glad you enjoyed your experience and we look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Toronto
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Phil and Michelle are all you could hope for in a business owner in a small town.
First off, the food in their establishment is top notch. Fresh, fairly priced and delicious. I can't think of anything I ever tried that wasn't made in house or sourced locally. Start with a cheese scone, and finish with a cinnamon bun. yes,...
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VitaminandDolphin, Owner at Willow Street Cafe, responded to this review
30 April 2013
Dear Ntrtaynr. Thank you for your very kind words and how descriptive you were with our menu. As well, I take great pride in you're noticing our support of the arts in our community. Seems like when recessions hit the very first thing that takes a hit is the arts so we are proud to support them. We love what...
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Vancouver, Canada
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A fun place to visit when the summer rush is over. They work hard to keep people visiting with open mike performances and their involvement with the local theatre. Great service, nice food and coffee too!
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9 April 2013
Hi Rose,
Thank you for your review. I hope that you meant the "rush" of the summer day and come relax in the evening at many of our music events... We really don't want to discourage people from visiting us in the Summer :)
Thank you for highlighting our music nights and our support of the Chemainus Theatre Festival. We...
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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
We are a couple from Ontario vacationing on Vancouver Island and would like you to know that if you ever find yourselves in the town of Chemainus and are looking for a place for lunch or tea, then this is it. Inside a bright yellow house is a wonderful cafe with the most friendly owners. We enjoyed delicious scones with...
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9 April 2013
Dear Sharon and Don,
Thank you very much for your review. We hope your stay on Vancouver Island was a good one. I'm very happy that we created memories for your trip. Please come back and visit us and the island again soon!
Phil Mavis
Owner/Operator
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Ladysmith BC Canada
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In the down town area of Chemainus good food, good service ,great atmosphere couldn't ask for a nicer place to have lunch on a sunny day after strolling around town.
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VitaminandDolphin, Owner at Willow Street Cafe, responded to this review
31 March 2013
Thank you Gamath for your review. Best news is the patio is open now! We hope to see you again!
Best regards,
Phil Mavis
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