Crown and Press - A Julia Veenstra Gallery and Cafe

Beautiful place! Love all the art work! The staff were so friendly and passionate about what they do! Will be back :)

Amazing atmosphere in this beautiful space. The team here is friendly, and welcoming. They make amazing coffee that is locally sourced, their baking is done in-house by a local business. All around my favourite space to spend time browsing art, working, or chatting with Abi, Justin, or any of their wonderful staff.

This is a large, airy space serving up great coffee and, I believe, a selection of craft beers. Family run, by artist Julia Veenstra, the space includes a large gallery area and is next door to a new print shop.Customers are greeted as they come through the door and treated to a friendly and swift service. There are pastries and sweet things, including vegan options, but I didn't notice anything more substantial like soups or sandwiches. That's okay as there are lots of options available on the street.I would encourage the owners to petition the city and get a couple of bike racks. Their huge front window with a view of the street offers cyclists the security of keeping an eye on your bike while inside. Ottawa Street N. is not particularly bike friendly but this place could buck that trend.One really small critique is the use of plastic stir sticks. I don't know if there's an eco friendly alternative to stir sticks other than metal spoons.This spot offers visitors and shoppers another alternative, at the north end of the street, to take a load off and enjoy a really good coffee.

Lovely new cafe on Ottawa street! The cafe section is big with lots of seating and space. There are some couches as well as tables to sit at. Half of the coffee shop is a gallery, with other things to buy like note books and pillows with art on them.Lattes are $5 and most of the other coffee drinks are $4.75. the scones are around $5.50 and delicious! It's expensive but the space is so nice, it's worth it!

Great place loved the paintings if you're in the neighborhood you need to check this place out, well worth your time

Inviting atmosphere, fantastic coffee and super cool art. I feel so lucky that this space has opened up in my neighbourhood! Definitely going to be a regular stop for me and my family

The batista was hot and the art guide guy's beard was pretty majestic. The paintings were ok I guess.

A great spot to get a coffee on Ottawa street. It's beautifully decorated inside and there are a lot of tables and chairs. The art gallery side is wonderful to stroll through and the workers are very helpful. I highly recommend stopping in for a few hours to work or dropping by for a quick coffee and art break.