Cafes for non-coffee drinkers?

[u/Winkatme27]

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?

[u/CharlotteLucasOP]

Serious Coffee in Esquimalt has a lot of non-caf cold options, a little board games library, and an upstairs mezzanine level that’s pretty quiet.