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Reviewed September 7, 2023

Having frequented the Brimm in the past, I was anxious to see the changes under new ownership/management. The Brimm has a "new" look about it. Cleaner, fresher, brighter and lighter. Seems more spacious. Sure, a lot of the quirkiness has gone, but out with the...old and in with the new...gotta reflect the change. The outdoor courtyard area was cozy. Nice umbrellas! This cafe is obviously undergoing growing pains. Food has improved and while orders got a tad confused, service was friendly and as efficient as a new eatery can be after being open only a few weeks. It was our "server's" first day and she was smiling from ear to ear.....guess she's happy with her new job. Sadly I can not recommend the coffee....a lackluster brew. Brimm, it's time to look for a new roast. There are a lot of better local options. Will I return? You bet! Always willing to give a new business another chance, especially when it shows signs of promise.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed September 3, 2023

First visit to The Pacific Brimm sivmnce it reopened under new owners. Sadly all previous employees have gone. The Brim. Has apparently also been 'cleaned up' ( according to an earlier review). It has also removed the unique, quaint, warm atmosphere it had enjoyed for...over 30 years. We came in to share what was our favourite quick lunch. Ordered a BLT (BACON, LETTUCE AND TOMATO) sandwich plus 2 slices of Orange/walnut cake ($4.00 each). Waited a long time for sandwich, and place not busy as usual at lunchtime. When it arrived, I noticed there was no Tomato in sandwich, but instead some form of processed, tasteless meat. When this was bought to Waitress attention, her reply was "Well, somethings have been slightly changed", She did however bring me out a few slices of tomato!! The Orange and Walnut cake not only was cut in thin slices, but was dry and for some strange reason, salty! As long time residents of this area, the Brimm was always a favourite place to go. Sad to see the old abience disappear. .More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed May 22, 2023

The brewed coffee tasted like watery cardboard. The espresso was an americano. The mocha was too sweet. The food took 55 minutes for standard lunch fare. One bathroom was out of toilet paper and the other was out of paper towel. There were two audio...streams playing in the main restaurant, one a Spanish radio and the other pop music, very strange. Counter order. The counter staff were not at all helpful. This was a total disaster!More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed December 24, 2022

We have visited the Pacific Brimm many times, mainly as it has an outside eating area which dogs can use. Food is ample and service is efficient.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed November 3, 2022

Waited 20 minutes for two soups and an egg salad sandwich. People ordering behind us got their food faster than we did. When I went to inquire, the food all of a sudden showed up a few minutes later. Soup was good (tomato basil and...beef barley). The biscuit that came with the tomato soup was a little rolled up ball of dough that fit in the palm of my hand, and probably had been in the microwave too long as it was doughy and wet thus inedible. The egg salad sandwich was a messy eat with everything falling out before you could even take a bite and the bread was not fresh. We love to support our local businesses but not sure if we'll return again. Very disappointing $25 lunch!More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 18, 2022

You should not say that you are open at 7 AM when you are open at 8 AM. To have people waiting outside in the cold and in the rain it’s kind of ridiculous!

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed July 27, 2022

WOW!!! is all I can say. My friend and I attended the public market on Craig Street on July 26, 2022. We decided that we would stop in for a beverage. Upon entering I noticed a man, whom late I would find out was the...owner, whisper something into the young lady's ear that was at the till. We approached the till and I asked what type of beer they had on tap? The young lady started to tell me the types of beer then this man very rudely pointed to the menu and said " It's all on here". I looked at him and said, "I'm sorry but neither of us have our glasses with us, can she continue?" He yelled at me, "I'm the owner here, you get out!" I was shocked! My friend said, "pardon me?" and he said, "You heard, me now get out!" We left in disbelief! I am a proud indigenous woman, now let me tell you, I was so embarrassed to be talked to like that in front of a room full of people. This man needs to educate himself on racism and needs to learn how to treat people of all cultures. I will never go back there again!!!More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed July 11, 2022

A cute café with a cozy atmosphere. It has an extensive menu for a café. There are several flavors of milkshakes. My sons had Shark Bite and Moose Tracks. I had the Chicken Rice Bowl which was very good and filling. One of my sons...had Chicken Fingers and Fries and my other son had the Pizza Flatbread. Everything very good.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed April 28, 2022 via mobile

Lovely atmosphere, cosy …. friendly service, good coffee, freshly prepared food. Worth visiting when you’re in the area.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed April 9, 2022 via mobile

Super great place to take your family/friends to enjoy live local music and cuisine. The chicken wings are awesome and if you’ve got a sweet tooth theirs so many tasty treats to choose from.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed February 21, 2022 via mobile

This place is super cute and has amazing food. The staff was friendly and the food was quite good. I look forward to going back this summer and enjoying the live music in the outdoor seating area.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed February 16, 2022 via mobile

Perfect breakfast on a weekday with steady traffic and solid serving staff you’d hope to find in a cafe. We had eggs Benedict and good coffee. Local Island beer served.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed January 29, 2022 via mobile

Not what we were hoping to find after a Rathtrevor stroll. Grubby, dark, mediocre coffee. Baking looks tasty. Trying to be many things. Maybe the food is its best feature?

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed January 25, 2022

As we entered a Friendly face greeted us and we placed our Orders. Coffee was aromatic and full-bodied. The Brecky was well presented, except for the hash browns which were over cooked… but rectified by a free home-made baked good. There were many interesting selections...of Tea, and Coffee and of course, the home-made Baked Goods. Thanks 🙏 to the Staff…we shall definitely return…More

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed September 25, 2021

Yummy food and friendly staff. I appreciated the smiles. I’m so glad we went. Everyone of us said we would return!

Date of visit: September 2021
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Pacific Brimm Cafe & Catering is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4