Reviews - Second Cup Café

#6 - Cafés - Edmonton, Canadian, North American

Reviews summary

**A Review of Second Cup at Oliver Square: Balancing Quality and Service**

Nestled in Oliver Square, Second Cup stands out with its delicious coffee and welcoming ambiance. While many patrons enjoy the range of hot and cold beverages, the service can be hit-or-miss. Some customers have loved their interactions with friendly baristas, while others have faced frustrating experiences with long wait times and inattentive staff. Despite inconsistencies, the café's cozy environment and supportive local ownership keep patrons returning. However, improvement in customer service and product freshness would elevate the experience. For a satisfying break with coffee, this spot remains a worthy option, albeit with potential for growth.

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 82 reviews

Was Anonym at Second Cup Café a mag?

love this location,big staff and coffee. my last 2 visits I ordered 2 maple nussbaum muffins my favorite) and both paintings were so stale they were not edible. not sure why they've always been so fresh. View all feedback.

What Anonym dislikes about Second Cup Café:

today went to the second becher oliver square unit square) I ordered my morning coffee with a server badly set. all other locations are great except this. requires customer service training. View all feedback.

Reviews from various users

Restaurantji

Last update : 31.12.2023

3.6 ★ from 74 reviews
andriy-tsulia-1
31.12.2023

I had my second cup of coffee here, and it was perfect—just what I expected from a place like this. While the area is nice, the loft didn't quite provide the cozy atmosphere I was hoping for. However, the coffee was really good, making it a great option for a quick 30-minute stop in the morning or during the day.

isabella-finkbiner-2
31.12.2023

Caramel corretto always hits!

david-ho-weed2631
31.12.2023

They’re advertising the blue butter fly drinks and when asked the staff about it they seemed annoyed with the question and then they’re speaking in another language which is sort of uncomfortable. I was sitting by the fireplace reading my book one of the girl start mopping by my foot…. Like come on! Wait until I leave I don’t wanna be smelling the mop.I’m going back to Starbucks to say the least.

sherie-lamouche
31.12.2023

Amazing coffee and they have a few gluten free desserts if any has celiac like I do ?

ross-ventura-1
31.12.2023

I’ve visited this place a few times, and each time, the servers seem somewhat annoyed with the customers, although they appear to enjoy joking and laughing with each other. It creates an unwelcoming atmosphere when you walk in.

Menu

Last update : 30.10.2022

2.8 ★ from 8 reviews

"Can I share my experiences from my last three visits to this restaurant? My experience was quite frustrating. On my first visit, the service was slow due to new employees who seemed confused and poorly trained. It took an unreasonable amount of time to receive my order—I observed the staff struggling even though the place wasn’t busy. The next day, I returned and encountered the same new employees, who mistakenly made my drink again. I politely pointed out the error, but after waiting in line a second time, they got it wrong once more. It was clear they had no idea what they were doing. When I asked for a refund, I had to wait yet again, which added another frustrating 20 minutes to my experience. On my final attempt, I was the first customer in but watched as others who arrived after me received their drinks before mine. One person, who had ordered last, even walked out with his drink right away. When I inquired about my order, the staff member just stared at me blankly, clearly clueless about my request. Overall, this location is poorly managed, and even in a pinch, I wouldn't consider returning."

Love this location,big staff and coffee. my last 2 visits I ordered 2 maple nussbaum muffins my favorite) and both paintings were so stale they were not edible. not sure why they've always been so fresh.

Today went to the second becher oliver square unit square) I ordered my morning coffee with a server badly set. all other locations are great except this. requires customer service training.

Beautiful place, the coffee was delicious, but I will say that the personal should be more conscious some customers. for example, I have just broken my ankle so I must be knirscht, and I have a bit too foot, and no one even looks at me to get my code on the table. I hope they are another person who saw the situation and helped me bring my coffee. so thanks to this amazing grace, but? for the customer service

This is one of the few remaining Second Cups in the city. While their selection of iced drinks could use some improvement, the service is decent, though there’s room for enhancement. The owner is a lovely woman. Let's support local businesses!

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An second parking option is offered by Second Cup Café, Impark, just 639 m from the venue.

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