The Lucky Penny General Store and Cafe

My boyfriend bought me a bouquet of flowers from here and they were just beautiful. But what prompted me to write this review is that a week later, they’re still so beautiful! The second photo is a week later. I’m not sure what he paid for and what the price is compared to other florists but next time I am looking for flowers, I know where to go!

Great little place in a controversial neighborhood. They serve tasty coffee at a fair price. They have many convenient items in their terrific little store. It must be nice to only have to walk to the end of the block when you live nearby. Great little place.

Beta gem in the city. Winter or summer you'll get the best seasonal snack/bite here! Quirky little spot. Funky patio. Amazing fresh food!

Everything is incredibly fresh and delicious. Convenient location and very friendly staff. I highly recommend the salmon bagel. We will be back!

Didn’t end up ordering but will be visiting to order next time! Their menu options look fantastic! Was spending the day at Bellwood’s and walked past, super close to the park.

Great paninis! Excellent quality bread, frozen foods (including bagels from St Urbain) and groceries. The coffee is very good and their outdoor seating is just awesome! Looks small but don't be fooled: it is packed with a wide selection of excellent food. This is the jewel of Trinity-Bellwoods park, IMHO.

While on an early morning walk today, my friend and I stopped by for a light take-away breakfast. Prices are not listed on the chalkboard menu, so I was a bit taken aback when the bill was $29.00 for two capos and grilled cheese (plus tip). Regardless, I was told it would be a 7 minute wait. It turned out to be 25 minutes. The humidex this morning was in the mid-30s. We are seniors. I asked if I might have a glass of tap water, and was told it would be 30 cents. Have you folks no shame?

The Lucky Penny has a good selection of sauces and little trinkets, which is enough to grant this review a two-star from a one-star. Aside from their selection on the shelf, I was not that impressed with store. I ordered a sandwich and iced coffee. The sandwich took a long time to get, even though it just had to be warmed on the panini press. The taste was bland, and I was surprised the staff weren’t able to put mustard on it, instead giving me the condiment in a plastic cup (which is surprising, as everywhere seems to be moving away from single-use plastics). My iced coffee had only a few ice cubes, and it was still warm when I received it. The coffee itself tasted like it had been sitting in the brew pot for a while. I ended up not finishing the coffee for this reason. Staff at this location weren’t very nice either. There’s very little seating options, and the chairs they haver outside don’t have any tables. If you decide to come here, get your food to go. There were a few novelty birthday cards I would go back for, but I won’t be getting anything to eat or drink while there. At least nothing that they make. It’s not worth the wait or hassle for a poorly made coffee or sandwich.

My boyfriend bought me a bouquet of flowers from here and they were just beautiful. But what prompted me to write this review is that a week later, they’re still so beautiful! The second photo is a week later. I’m not sure what he paid for and what the price is compared to other florists but next time I am looking for flowers, I know where to go!

Great little place in a controversial neighborhood. They serve tasty coffee at a fair price. They have many convenient items in their terrific little store. It must be nice to only have to walk to the end of the block when you live nearby. Great little place.

Beta gem in the city. Winter or summer you'll get the best seasonal snack/bite here! Quirky little spot. Funky patio. Amazing fresh food!

Everything is incredibly fresh and delicious. Convenient location and very friendly staff. I highly recommend the salmon bagel. We will be back!

Didn’t end up ordering but will be visiting to order next time! Their menu options look fantastic! Was spending the day at Bellwood’s and walked past, super close to the park.

Great paninis! Excellent quality bread, frozen foods (including bagels from St Urbain) and groceries. The coffee is very good and their outdoor seating is just awesome! Looks small but don't be fooled: it is packed with a wide selection of excellent food. This is the jewel of Trinity-Bellwoods park, IMHO.

While on an early morning walk today, my friend and I stopped by for a light take-away breakfast. Prices are not listed on the chalkboard menu, so I was a bit taken aback when the bill was $29.00 for two capos and grilled cheese (plus tip). Regardless, I was told it would be a 7 minute wait. It turned out to be 25 minutes. The humidex this morning was in the mid-30s. We are seniors. I asked if I might have a glass of tap water, and was told it would be 30 cents. Have you folks no shame?

The Lucky Penny has a good selection of sauces and little trinkets, which is enough to grant this review a two-star from a one-star. Aside from their selection on the shelf, I was not that impressed with store. I ordered a sandwich and iced coffee. The sandwich took a long time to get, even though it just had to be warmed on the panini press. The taste was bland, and I was surprised the staff weren’t able to put mustard on it, instead giving me the condiment in a plastic cup (which is surprising, as everywhere seems to be moving away from single-use plastics). My iced coffee had only a few ice cubes, and it was still warm when I received it. The coffee itself tasted like it had been sitting in the brew pot for a while. I ended up not finishing the coffee for this reason. Staff at this location weren’t very nice either. There’s very little seating options, and the chairs they haver outside don’t have any tables. If you decide to come here, get your food to go. There were a few novelty birthday cards I would go back for, but I won’t be getting anything to eat or drink while there. At least nothing that they make. It’s not worth the wait or hassle for a poorly made coffee or sandwich.