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At Shine Cafe, we are passionate about serving the best breakfast and brunch in Victoria. Since our establishment in 2004, we have made it our mission to provide high-quality food in classic and creative ways to please all tastes and dietary needs.
Our Story
We take pride in cooking incredibly fresh and delicious food, making every diner's experience the best. From our famous Eggs Benedict to crowd-pleasing pancakes, our menu offers a wide variety of options to accommodate dietary restrictions, including vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and more. We focus on supporting local suppliers and preparing all our food in-house, from scratch, with love.
Our Menu
Our menu features brunch classics, such as our signature Shine Breakfast, Full Breakfast, and Breakfast Sandwich. We also offer vegan and gluten-free options, including Karin's Vegan Brunch and our famous granola. For those with a sweet tooth, our Berry Lemon French Toast and Peachy Keen Pancakes are a must-try. And for those looking for a heartier option, our hashes, including Chorizo Hash and Robin's Hash, are sure to satisfy.
In the News
Shine Cafe has been featured in most local publications over the years and has even appeared on Canada Food Network three times! We have superb reviews on Tripadvisor and Google, and our Instagram and Facebook pages are full of tantalizing photos that will make your mouth water.
Our Commitment
At Shine Cafe, we are committed to providing exceptional service, quality food, and a welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to serving you soon at 1548 Fort Street, Victoria, BC.
Excellent Service and Delicious Food
The majority of reviewers praised the excellent service at Shine Cafe, mentioning that the staff were friendly, kind, and competent. Many reviewers also raved about the delicious food, with some highlights including the grilled tomatoes, bacon, chorizo hash, and eggs benedict.
Unique Takes on Breakfast Classics
Some reviewers appreciated the cafe's creative twists on traditional breakfast dishes, such as the San Diego (a benny on a cornbread instead of an English muffin) and the Cali Benny.
Long Wait Times
A few reviewers mentioned that they had to wait a while to get seated or for their food to arrive, but many felt that it was worth the wait.
Food Quality and Portion Sizes
While most reviewers loved the food, a few mentioned that the portion sizes were large, and one reviewer felt that their vegetarian eggs benedict was a bit light on the cheese.
COVID Protocols
One reviewer appreciated the cafe's handling of COVID protocols, mentioning that the wait time was manageable.

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