Best French Bakery in Kitchener

"Saint James is probably one of the fancier spots in Hamilton to grab coffee; in fact, with its modern aesthetic and trendy atmosphere, you may even forget you're in Hamilton!. But what I love about this spot is its versatile setting; they serve more than just coffee, and yet Saint James is the perfect spot to grab a cup of joe with friends and meet fashionable locals who share your passion for Hamilton."

"Everything on the menu at this popular downtown coffeeshop and eatery is worth a try, but they're famous for their “Drive-thru” breakfast sandwich or unbelievable short stack pancakes with rotating flavours like Cinnabon, lemon ricotta or apple crumble. Their coffee is amazing too, with unique ‘steam-punk’ style machines for brewing."

"Patrons of Saint James Espresso Bar & Eatery frequently leave saying at least one of these things: “Wow, they really know their coffee!. ” or “That’s one of the best brunches I’ve ever had.”. There’s a reason for that."

"If you live in Hamilton and you haven’t been to Mulberry, do you REALLY live in Hamilton?. Mulberry Street Coffeehouse on James North is easily the busiest independent coffee shop in Hamilton, and with good reason; the bohemian vibes are inviting, there’s tons of workspace in the spacious yet warm interior, and the fair-trade coffee and food menu are both stacked with deliciousness for days. They even have local beer from breweries like Collective Arts and Fairweather on tap."

"Planted in Hamilton doesn’t see dietary limitations as restrictions — they see them as an opportunity to push the boundaries of what is possible with plants. Everything that is served at Planted in Hamilton is both vegan and gluten-free, making them the perfect spot for those with food sensitivities. Their regular menu offers a variety of shareables, salads, sandwiches, mains and sides."

"While most of us are self-isolating at home, it can be easy to say “screw it” and nosh on some junk food for lunch. Don’t get us wrong: we love our chips and chocolate too. But when your body needs a break and you want to switch it up to something both delicious and healthy, Planted in Hamilton has got you covered."

"The place is inconspicuous on the plaza it's on; we had to drive around twice before we saw it from the road...."

"Hamiltonians go to Synonym Shop for the coffee, and stay for the gorgeous, Instagram-worthy aesthetic and curated selection of books and art in this hybrid spot on James North. Food and drink aside, Synonym’s space is just plain beautiful, with bright white walls of exposed brick and woodgrain all over the place. Once you’ve picked your jaw up off of the floor and taken your share of photos, stagger up to the counter and order from a menu loaded with all of your coffee needs."

"This coffee shop and bookshop features a clean white interior, light wood floors, and Italian marble countertop. The vegetarian/vegan menu includes hearty coconut lentil soup, cheese plates, and crunchy mac and cheese. Besides coffee and tea, wines, local craft beer, and kombucha on tap are available."

"Celebrate the women in your life with the ultimate brunch kit, mimosa kit, flowers or pastries!. Each kit will serve 2 adults and 2 kids and will contain your choice of sweet or savoury. The kits are available on pre-order by May 4th for pick-up on May 8th and 9th."

"Claimed to be the first eatery in the city to offer panzarottis, Valentino’s offers an incredible selection of Italian menu items from homemade mini arancini to shrimp & scallop linguine. Their pizzas are made with homemade dough and their panzarottis are some of the best you’ll ever have."

"Double check your order for take out.You will pay for something and once you get home it's missing. They dont care to offer you a credit nor replace..."

"Specializing in traditional Portuguese pastries, Ola is an authentic dessert option that's been around for decades on James Street North – a neighbourhood with a strong Portuguese heritage. Taste their famous and flaky pasteis de nata (custard tarts) or choose from other options like rice pudding, eclairs, and brownies."

"On the top of the list is a not-so-hidden gem on James St N — Ola Bakery. It’s a traditional Portuguese cafe in the heart of downtown. Stepping into Ola gives you a tiny taste of Europe."

"For those with food allergies and sensitivities, Dolled Up Desserts is here to make all your dessert dreams come true. Specializing in actually delicious vegan and gluten free treats, this James Street North dessert shop is dedicated to ensuring no sweet tooth goes unsatisfied."

"A trek to see the waterfalls in Hamilton would be incomplete without Webster’s Falls. Standing at 22 metres tall in the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area, the classic plunge-style waterfall boasts one of the most beautiful vistas in the entire region. An easy walk takes you through some beautiful green space before you’re introduced to the rushing creek that plunges down over the edge and crashes into Spencer Creek."

"Webster’s Falls is another amazing waterfall in Dundas, Ontario. It is a 21 metre (72 foot) high classic curtain or plunge waterfall. Its water source is the Spencer Creek, which flows beneath a stone footbridge in the park before it plunges over the cliffs."

"565 Aberdeen Avenue at Scenic Drive Scenic Park is a narrow strip of land along the edge of the escarpment leading to a parking lot and seating area at the entrance to the Chedoke Radial Trail. It offers excellent views of the lower city and areas to the northwest."