Benjamin's Bodega | Sip and Shop - Guelph, Ontario

Shannon N.

Cutest little spot for a coffee/tea or quick bite. The chai tea was not super sweet, and was refreshing on a hot day. They have clothes and other items to peruse, as well, and had live music when we went on a Saturday! Great little spot

Andrea K.

I am so sad to be writing this but people need to know - this place is not worth it!!! I agree with so many reviews below. I wanted to try this place so badly but it was not a good experience. There was a poor young girl trying to work the till and the very rude manager lady ignored her. My coffee was TERRIBLE watered down made by someone who doesn't know how to make coffee but I felt badly & felt I could not say anything. Quality control is non existant (maybe stick to espresso!). My grilled cheese was not worth 10.50 & took 25 mins to make. The manager seemed upset there were lots of babies she said "why do all the babies come at once". Another reviewer mentioned this too. Strollers do not fit inside fyi MOMS! So so disappointed and sad for this place. I would not support until the manager treats her employees & everyone better.

Alicia P.

We have been here a few times over the past few months and it's a great place for a coffee/tea etc and scone. We also like supporting local artisans and it's cool to have a tea surrounded by all of those things. However this past week we didn't have a great experience with lunch. I had avocado toast however, it was served on soggy bread (not toasted) with a drizzle of salsa across it that tasted off. It was $10.50 for this small piece of soggy stuff. I ended up throwing half of it out My daughter had an egg bite that was very small and came with wilted greens (no dressing). We had drinks and with a tip I felt sick paying over $30 for this lunch. I should have said something at the time but the staff was just a couple of young girls and I don't know if they could have remedied the situation. Lovely cafe, but they need to up their game on lunches.

Xiaowen L.

I feel bad for the owner of this shop. I used to go to this coffee shop often. The service, the deco and the vibe were all top notch, until my most recent visit. Today the shop is apparently managed by a staff. No smile, no greeting after I stood there waiting for one minute. Then when it's my turn, there are two customers standing beside me waiting too. She is apparently having a bad mood and mumbles "gosh, why do you guys all come at the same time". In the coldest voice I have heard asking me what I want to order, she made my order. Then when she was delivering the food, I said thank you, and she just put the food down like she is throwing some trash. With no more words, she just went away. The whole experience was horrific. I think this is a common problem with small business delegating their shop to a staff. It is important to raise up the standard and set clear incentivizing tools for good service.

shada Z.

Cute and cozy. If you want to buy a special unique gift, then this is your perfect place. Coffee and baked goods are really good

Pauline C.

Absolutely adorable spot! Love the overall vibe, decor, and different items for purchase. A unique little gem! My matcha latte was delicious!

Taylor T.

Brittney reached out on Instagram about her Love Local Holiday Popup retail store in the Stone Road Mall for November and December and it was such a huge success. So we decided to join her Benjamin Bodega store!

Brittney has been responsive and professional right away and I had good vibes and knew we had to do it all over again.

Sage Homes has been absolutely killing it, her pop up has been a huge success and her love for supporting other small businesses shows! We've had the chance to take Weekends off away from markets and standing in the freezing cold. Her online engagement has had such a positive impact on our small business and I'm sure it has the rest.

Try out the baked goods and shop all the wonderful vendors who work so hard to create amazing products! There is a variety of products at different price points!

Cheers,
Taylor from Timberwolf Woodcraft

Darija D.

Suuuuper cute shop!! Amazing and unique items for sale. Lots of seating. Free WiFi and great drinks. Will definitely be back!!!