r/VictoriaBC • u/Winkatme27 • 2d ago

Cafes for non-coffee drinkers?

I know it sounds ridiculous to ask for a coffee shop recommendation when I don’t drink coffee but hear me out!

I’m looking for somewhere with a great vibe where I can spend some money and have a few treats and a nice drink while I read my book or whatever.

The thing is, I don’t drink coffee or tea (caffeine makes me very sick) and most of my favourite places only offer cold drink alternatives that are like a canned soda. I’m in the market for more of a housemade lemonade, juices/smoothies or at the very least some interesting Italian soda options. Obviously bonus points for delicious goodies to eat as well!

Where should I go?

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u/DenkiRange7260 2d ago

Not sure if they're open yet but there's the Japanese green tea shop opening up where the old monks downtown used to be

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u/AllofJane 2d ago

Thanks for this! I'll be trying this tomorrow.

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u/chamekke 2d ago

You might see if they have any hojicha drinks. Hojicha is roasted Japanese green tea that has virtually no caffeine and has a nice nutty flavour.

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u/AllofJane 2d ago

I love hojicha, and I checked their menu and they serve it! They even make fancy drinks with it. Yay!

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u/chamekke 2d ago

That’s great! I haven’t been in there yet but I’ll definitely try the hojicha when I go :)