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Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,774 reviewed · 476 listed · Scored from 520 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(520) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Butter & Spice
Price
moderate
Service
Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Reviews
520

What recent reviews say

Butter & Spice earns solid marks for its pastries, breads, and coffee, with many return visits driven by consistent quality in baking and friendly service. The cafe extends beyond pastries to offer hearty mains and pasta that mostly land well, though some dishes feel either over-oiled or flavour-mild for the price, and occasional misses on desserts can dampen an otherwise good visit.

Praised for
  • excellent pastries and sourdough
  • strong coffee
  • hearty, flavourful mains
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • cozy, relaxed atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent pasta dishes
  • oily/greasy execution on some dishes
  • noise level can be distracting
  • parking challenging
  • dessert quality not always on point
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Best for: People wanting quality pastries and coffee with a full meal option in a relaxed setting.
Think twice if: Parking is tight and noise levels can spike during busy hours; pasta dishes are hit-or-miss.

Strengths

  • Sourdough and pastries are frequently praised
  • Coffee quality is reliable
  • Friendly, attentive staff
  • All-day menu from breakfast through dinner

Worth knowing

  • Matcha tart and hojicha tart are standout pastries
  • Sourdough repeatedly called exceptional
  • Soft shell crab pasta and salmon pasta both praised but also separately noted as greasy or overly oily in two reviews
  • Staff member Jennifer mentioned by name as accommodating
  • Barista manager noted for consistent friendliness

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Coffee consistently praised as good quality; americano and espresso-based drinks meet expectations.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.4 average across the 367 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 54
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
310
4
115
3
50
2
24
1
21

Common questions

Is there parking?
Parking is possible but tight; reviewers note you may need to circle a few times.
Can I bring a group?
Yes, it is described as a good spot for groups and family time, though it gets crowded on weekends.
What are the must-try items?
Sourdough, matcha tart, hojicha tart, and main courses like salmon pasta are frequently recommended.
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Last updated 2026-08-12