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Dolce Vita Coffee Art
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
6 reviews for Dolce Vita Coffee Art
6 reviews in English
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Review from Victoria R.
Vancouver, BC
I'm so glad we stumbled upon this cute little place. The coffee list is pretty impressive, with some interesting specialty drinks I'd never seen before (like an "africano" and a "spanish latte"). We stayed in, sat down, and had the lemon cake which was a gorgeous mix of lemon custard and whipped cream in sponge cake. The coffees were good, the service was friendly, the place was adorable!~
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Review from Lex B.
10/11/2011
This place was pretty rad - complete with friendly service and an interesting mix of clientele; from business men in pony tails, to a rambling elderly lady who came in and almost kicked us out of "her favorite sitting spot" and a cool selection of interesting beverages and snacks.
After a local friend carted us around to three other coffee shops that were all closed on Thanksgiving day (I sometimes forget that Victoria isn't a real city) we landed at Dolce Vita, and for a fourth choice it was still a very nice one.
Soy London fog: perfect
Banana mocha: Amazing - why have I not seen this before?
Pumpkin spice tea: Wow - this is way better than the pumpkin spice lattes everywhere else is all about this time of year
Spinach feta chipotle calzone: WAY better than I expected from a coffee shop, and not goopy so you can eat it with your hands -
Review from Nicole F.
10/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
After searching and searching for a place that was open on the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, and almost giving up, we ended up at Dolce Vita. I wasn't expecting much to be honest, but it was actually really really great.
I ordered the artichoke chipotle calzone with low expectations. I am not usually a fan of chipotle, but I wanted to nibble on something and it was the only thing that looked good to me in that moment out of all their display case options.
I was a little nervous when I saw them put it in the microwave, thinking it would be all soggy and half cold, but was pleased to see them throw it on the panini press after a quick warmup!
It was hot, crisp, cheesy, melty, and delicious! I would definitely order this again.
I also ordered the Banana Mocha. THIS WAS SO GOOD. Sure, it's probably not REAL banana, but it's fucking tasty. I wish I'd had more of this! It was sweet, like a hot chocolate, but not so sugary that it was vomit inducing. I want to drink this every day. Why have I not seen it anywhere in Vancouver? -
Review from Emily-Anne P.
Vancouver, BC
3/23/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Victoria has no lack of coffee shops, that's for sure. In fact they have no short supply of good, creative, local coffee shops.
What sets Dolce Vita apart from the other local shops is their care and dedication to really good coffee, both their basic coffee and their specialty drinks. They put real care and effort into creating a consistent, high quality, enjoyable coffee.
In addition, they carry a variety of baked goods including gluten free, dairy free muffins.
I had a soy latte and an apple muffin on my way to work the other morning. Price for food and coffee was comprable with every other establishment, I'd say, however the service was slow. This is true about whenever you get coffee from them, however it's not because they are doing other things, it's because they are putting some solid TLC into your drink. -
Review from Patrick R.
Victoria, BC
5/31/2009
I am very fond of this coffee shop. Whenever I am downtown during the day, I almost always drop in for a drink.
The drinks are quite good with several unique options on the menu. My personal favorites are the Spanish Latte and the Rooibos Caramel . Their regular drinks are also very good and the coffee art adds a whimsical finish.
I should add a couple of cautions. Firstly, do not go to Dolce Vita if you want a fast cup of coffee on the run (at least not a latte or something mixed). The pace of the shop is best described as leisurely and your drink will take time (especially if you order a tea misto as they make it with loose tea). I personally like the slower pace (the owners are a delight to talk to) but you may not. (Dolce Vita has another location on Yates St. a few blocks away which is a little quicker as I recall)
Secondly, be warned the coffee is quite strong and the flavour of the coffee comes through -very- distinctly in the mochas and lattes. If you don't like a dominant coffee flavour when you order a mixed coffee drink, give Dolce Vita a pass.
The shop itself is quite large with ample seating for many patrons, so it is usually possible to find a seat. The decor is simple and relaxing which I find adds to the leisurely feel.
Well worth a stop if you have some time to spare. -
Review from Glen P.
7/29/2009
Intelligentsia coffee in BC, properly brewed and presented.
