Hive Garden Bistro

Been here many times. Food is pretty good. Our hot chocolates for the blossoms of light were really tasty!

I recently visited the Hive Garden Bistro and, unfortunately, my overall experience was not the best. The service and atmosphere left something to be desired, and I encountered a few issues that made my visit less enjoyable than I had hoped. However, one person truly stood out—Taylor. Despite the challenges around them, Taylor was professional, attentive, and genuinely friendly. They went out of their way to make sure I felt welcome and taken care of, and their positive attitude made a real difference in my visit. Taylor’s dedication and excellent customer service did not go unnoticed. They are a true asset to the Hive Garden Bistro, and I hope their efforts are recognized. Thanks to Taylor, my experience ended on a much brighter note.

Very nice spot adjacent to the north end of Cheeseman Park. The cappuccino and pastries are excellent at breakfast. The raspberry croissant was delicious and had a ton of the raspberry filling. Counterservice was fast, friendly and accurate. The space itself is attractive especially the outdoor tables when the weather is good. They do have password protected Wi-Fi available for customers. Parking is very difficult after 8 am when the spaces in front are all reserved. Before 8 am and after 5 pm, the spaces are available.

Gardens are so lovely, and I wish I could say the same for our meal at the Hive. My vegetarian burger was tasteless, and the entire meal -- buns and fries, too -- was cold. Ditto my friend's meal of a burger and fries. If we weren't so hungry, we would have asked to have our meals reheated. Service was ....meh. Pls. ask your associates to speak clearly to customers and to not talk with their backs turned while speaking to customers. A pleasant greeting would have been nice, too.

Cafes in places like the Botanic Gardens are typically meh. Hive Garden Bistro is an exception to this rule. The place was crowded since it was a beautiful day, and clearly, they have a reputation for good food. The setting is, of course, beautiful, but the food is also fantastic. We had salads and BLTs, and they were delicious. The bacon was real, the avocado was fresh, and the bread was tasty. What a treat!