Not only does the Red Brick have the best tasting coffee in the city they also make excellent muffins and breakfast sandwiches, The food and coffee is better than anything at you'll find at starbucks,
I'd heard good things about Red Brick Cafe and it lived up to it's reputation. It has a really great location in downtown Guelph. Charming old ivy-covered building with a nice little sidewalk patio for the summer. The atmosphere inside is nice, I loved all the wood and the decor featuring the work of local artists. Was thankful for free wifi. Staff seemed a little snooty, but not rude. Most importantly, the Americano was one of the best I've ever tasted.
I love the Red Brick. As crazy as it may sound, my favourite part of it is the walk to it. I love that it's talked away on a side street right on top of the side walk - gives it a very European feel.
I've had mixed experience with the service. It's never been bad, but it hasn't necessarily always been a positive. But the coffee has always more than made up for it.
The best coffee in Guelph, maybe even southwestern ontario, for approximately $2 you get the best coffee. I love the atmosphere there, it is warm, welcoming and homey. Great Service. I can't leave to school without getting a cup of coffee and a fresh muffin every morning.
People who where complaining about how crowded the place is, well personally, I prefer going to a place that is crowded rather than empty (this just means it is good)