This cafe has the best coffee in the valley. The passion for doing it right shines through every sip. Specialty coffees roasted on the premises and a good array of delicious snacks too.

Found out about Drum Roaster on TripAdvisor. Two of us shared the Ham Frittata sandwich, which was delicious. Also shared a Funkey Monkey muffin (chocolate, banana and walnut) and Raspberry Almond Scone. Both very good, but must say that the scone was our favorite. Also had regular drip coffee, which was very nice. Service was quick and friendly. Place was... More

Very simply put, the Oglund family knows what it is doing when it comes to sourcing the best beans, roasting them to perfection (never too dark) and baking the most delicious brioches, muffins, scones etc. I have ever tasted on premise throughout the day. And the latte art from the hands of real baristas, not stamped out by machine, always... More

My wife and I stop in there quite regularly and have never been disappointed in either the food/coffee,(they grind their own!) of the service. And it seems like we are always running into someone we know.

If you love coffee you will love this place. Family owned and operated with a passion for coffee and it shows.

Come on in to this hidden gem. It is on the way to Nanaimo from Victoria and just off the highway. If you like great coffee and simply outstanding little treats, then this is the place. It is busy as any Starbucks or Tim Horton's, the locals use this coffee shop as the meeting spot of friends and family. If... More

When we moved here we thought we would have to go to Victoria or Duncan for this kind of quality Way above average and great service and pricing. Bake goods are of an equal quality Excellent coffee shop

Great consistent coffee, and very nice casual eats, love the lemon bar, and the orange and cranberry cookies!

This is an awesome business, very supportive of the local community, fabulous products; welcoming atmosphere; a model of how a good business should be run. The service is always above and beyond, and the staff are always friendly and helpful, no matter how busy they are (and it is usually busy!). I'm always impressed that they remember us and our... More