Review Owly Cafe - Victoria

Kate Boyle

I can't say enough good things about this place. We got some coffee and baos for dine-in. The coffee was so well-flavored and balanced. The pork bao was the best one I'd ever had. The gal at the front I presumed to be the owner, was very nice and encouraged us to get our own baos because we wouldn't want to share haha, she was right. Not much seating but thankfully we were there pretty early. Would definitely come back!

Ande H

Great bao! Awesome staff. Really enjoyed their coffee too. We’ve tried the pork, beef meatball, chicken. They’re all good. My favourite is the pork with surprise peanut butter (pictured) and my partner’s favourite is the beef meatball.

Chey H.

Veggie bao is delicious. Good pricing too. If you are really hungry, it is best to get two. Delicious oat fudge bar too.

R J

Cute little place with absolutely delicious Bao. So glad I found this place after moving to Victoria from Vancouver! The drink menu is extensive which is great for someone like me who can't have caffeine or dairy. Still lots of options for me! On this visit had their strawberry acai cooler which was great. While the branding and furnishings are nice, it does feel more like a hole in the wall to get ones food to go rather than sit and eat. Though they do have a few tables it's a bit cramped and cluttered feeling. Maybe a slight redesign of the layout would help? Still, great spot for a breather while shopping, or to stop by and take something to the waterside. And the food more than makes up for the lack of ambience.

Emilie s

The honey glazed pork bao was simply amazing. I’m the best bao I’ve ever had and definitely loves up to its reputation. Great value for the small price. Packed with pork, cucumber and cilantro. Lattes are delicious as well, will definitely be back!

Beatriz Herrera Bustamante

Glad I noticed this little cafe on the corner. Food, specifically the bao, was amazing, savoury and delicious! And I really enjoyed the iced matcha. Will be coming again next time I visit!

Emily

I had such a wonderful experience at this cafe. Their veggie bao and pork bao tasted absolutely amazing! Also, their pumpkin pie chai latte is phenomenal! The woman working behind the counter was so sweet as well. Definitely a great start to my morning!

Prasanth Joy

A huge variety of latte choices including holiday season varieties. My favourite snack here is Bao Bun (glazed pork filling).

Felicity Rhone

This place has so many amazing drinks! The cinnamon brown sugar latte and the honey rose cooler are both delicious... The bao is great too; I don't eat meat so I have only tried the egg version, but I loved it - very soft fluffy bun and flavorful sauce. I definitely recommend this spot for a quick lunch!

Sad Egg

The honey-glazed pork bun is a must get! Great iced lattes, they use the best oat milk here(earth’s own)! Clean and cute owl decor throughout 🥰

Aarden Nehring

Stumbled upon this place after the gym. The honey glazed pork bao is the best. Perfect snack for after the gym.

Katie Fillion

Really cute place, super delicious iced tea the cucumber watermelon refresher was so good. Can't wait to go back to try the bao. Nice atmosphere and super friendly staff.

Jasmin Morley

Absolutely delicious and exactly what I needed on a hot day after work 😌 super sweet and excellent customer service! Thank you ❤️ Edit- forgot to mention I had an iced lavender fog :)

Kiril “KayZee” Zdravkov

All their flavors are delish

Angie E

If your naive and superstitious of owls don’t come here lmao they’re everywhere. Good drinks and lil pastry things, very small and cute place

Samantha Ramirez

This was the first time I tried bao! It was amazing! Really fresh and they did not skimp on the meat! I tried the pork and chicken :) Also, very friendly owners!

Jonathan Adams

I only had the pork Bao, but it was damn good. Sorry I took a bite before the photo was taken (I'm not sorry)

Christine Kuzek

Angie and Paul have the best coffee and bao buns! We'll be back! ❤️ Christine and Harry