Reviews
What Marcel Paquette doesn't like about Barb's Bakery & Bistro:
Stopped in Christmas Eve morning to pickup something tasty for dinner that night. I bought a litre of their smoked salmon and clam chowder. It was terrible. There was absolutely no salmon in it at all. The only flavour was from a few chunks of...very bitter black clam meat. It was quite disgusting. For dessert I chose pieces of carrot cake. That must have been sitting in the display case for the better part of a week... View all feedback. What Jacky Emmerich likes about Barb's Bakery & Bistro:
We ordered the Rosemary/Thyme Grilled Cheese with roasted veggies and olives. Glad we split the lunch. The grilled cheese sandwich was oh so cheesy with loads of flavour. It is not your typical grilled cheese sandwich. We ordered the Potato Cheddar Cheese soup - I think we overdosed on the cheese theme. It too was tasty but a mistake on our part for ordering something else with cheese. A better choice would of been s... View all feedback.
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Awesome selection of baked goods, Americano was well made and the restaurant menu for breakfast full of ideas. So enjoyed every aspect. We sat outside and enjoy...
read moreThis is the one place in Salt Spring's Ganges area that has never disappointed me. lots of choices including vegetarian, friendly casual atmosphere -- and busy.
Oh, dear! This spot is such a heritage site for so many Salt Springers, and I really want to give it a higher rating than I'm going to. It's such a charming, li...
read moreA place to hang out and have a nice coffee and bake goodies or light lunch. Very good bake items to try. A popular place.
We ordered the Rosemary/Thyme Grilled Cheese with roasted veggies and olives. Glad we split the lunch. The grilled cheese sandwich was oh so cheesy with loads o...
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read moreDespite mixed reviews, this Salt Spring bakery continues to draw crowds, thanks to its charming atmosphere. While some patrons were disappointed by the food quality and lack of ingredients in items like the clam and smoked salmon chowder, others praised the savory galette and coffee. Customers appreciate the variety of baked goods, from croissants to cinnamon twists. With a nod to the supportive, community-driven nature of the staff during challenging times, this bakery remains a popular choice among locals and visitors alike. The seating is limited, but the line moves quickly, indicating its popularity as a morning stop.