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1. JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
Vancouver, BC V6B 2G3
(604) 684-9253
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I seem to gravitate towards JJ Bean when in YT, even if the service is a bit cold and the coffee tastes slightly burnt. The atmosphere of the shop is okay, and I can imagine that the patio is a nice spot to hang on warmer (where are they?) days.
You…More »
2. Matchstick Coffee Roasters
Vancouver, BC V5T 2R6
(604) 558-0639
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Les Faux Bourgeois opened up this part of town and Matchstick was clever enough to capitalize upon it. At late aft. on a Sat. it was packed. Beautiful interior but I wish they would list their offerings on the wall behind them. I'm sure they didn't…More »
3. Soirette
Vancouver, BC V6E 4S9
(604) 558-3308
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea,
Tea Rooms
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
Cute place. Nice, white and clean with five star service and five star packaging, just as others suggest.
The lady who just-might-have-been the proprietor was as sweet as her delectable tea. Cool tea flavours and I'm not much of an afternoon tea…More »
4. JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
Vancouver, BC V5L 1J3
(604) 254-0169
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
In the past, I haven't always had the BEST experience here.
Not recently, tho. :)
The two coffee dudes were patient (and cute, too) when I tried to use my cc without the pin. (Don't ask.) When I accidentally poured cinnamon on my friend's coffee…More »
5. Caffè Artigiano
Vancouver, BC V6E 2P4
(604) 685-5333
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
The coffee here always tastes a bit burnt to me, even if the latte art is lovely. But it's a great place to people watch. I often think it might be a suitable place to "meet" someone--if everyone didn't seem to be in a meeting, that is. I guess I'm…More »
6. Kokopelli Café
Vancouver, BC V6S 2G7
(604) 228-0818
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Dunbar-Southlands
Service can be a bit slow, esp. in the morning before 8 am, but they definitely have the best baked goods around.
The coffee is great and certainly comparable to Starbucks, if not far fresher.
They have a stamp card after just 9 coffees, too, and…More »
7. T Room Bakery & Kitchenware
Vancouver, BC V6R 2H9
(604) 677-2579
Categories:
Bakeries,
Kitchen & Bath,
Tea Rooms
Neighbourhood: Point Grey
Some might not think of high tea as a hip lunch place, but this T room is a classy, modern store in a sleek bright environment--even on a rainy day.
They honoured an expired gift certificate of mine and served the most delicious sandwiches, scones…More »
8. Revolver
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7
(604) 558-4444
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I really had to add another star after this last visit. I had no complaints. I mean, where do you find a better overall, coffee spot in Vancouver?
I got to sit in the window on the ironically hard fold-up chair while people-watching, and the super…More »
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11/5/2011
Cool place that I'd been eyeing up for some time, but an indulgent place, too.
Beware-if you're not… Read more »
9. Nelson the Seagull
Vancouver, BC V6A 0A7
(604) 681-5776
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Gastown, Downtown Eastside
A quaint "huge" coffeeshop that takes you back to simpler times. But careful, if you order up too much of this goodness and work on your laptop instead of tending your crops, it'll go straight to the waistline. :)
For breakfast:
Try the pastries:…More »
10. Laughing Bean Coffee Company
Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z5
(604) 251-5282
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise
Dear LB,
Why did you get rid of the stamp card? I was sooo close. I am saddened by the loss, but I guess you don't need to offer free coffee when it's that tasty. :)
Love your coffee, your service, your patrons and most of all your Ham and Cheese…More »
11. Caffe Cittadella
Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C2
(604) 568-5909
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
Coffee: As beautiful as the heritage home it inhabits, yet, a bit too strong for my liking. Quite similar to JJ Bean if you're a fan.
Was disappointed that I couldn't find anywhere to sit, tho, even alone, and the atmosphere was actually a bit…More »
12. Bean Around the World
Vancouver, BC V6N 1W5
(604) 261-8188
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Dunbar-Southlands
Not a bad place for coffee, but oftentimes the beans taste burnt to me here, even in the lattes.
The chairs at the back are comfortable for lounging and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.
Currently, there is much construction in the neighbourhood…More »
13. Higher Grounds Coffee House
Vancouver, BC V6J 5L1
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Kitsilano, Fairview Slopes
Very cozy and a great meeting place. A true coffee "house."
One of the first times that I didn't order coffee, so I can't actually speak for that here.
Parking is free in the hood-- if you can find it.
I don't appreciate that there is only one…More »
14. Bonchaz Bakery Café
Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1
(604) 626-7215
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches,
Bakeries,
French,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Service: 5
Buns: 3.5
Cookies: 1
Decaf Coffee: 2
Lentil Soup: 4
I returned here at the owner's request, and never was I treated so well. I ordered a variety of items and did not have long to stay. I should mention that he didn't know that I was a…More »
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8/16/2011
I sampled every bun and while somewhat enjoyable, they were also a bit dry and stale tasting on a… Read more »
15. La Boulangerie
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6
(604) 642-2939
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Looks really cute but they couldn't even heat up my cheese croissant since they had no heating device on premise. Sorta odd if you ask me, considering they are connected to the hotel and are supposed to cater to tourists. The croissant was light and…More »
16. Chiasso Coffee Company
This review is not for the coffee--but it looked delicious. Sadly, I had opted to drink mine at Starbucks earlier in the day as I have a weakness for frapps. I know...the iced coffee looked delicious.
Drink: nice selection of drinks. Bottled water was…More »
17. Sunflower Caffe
Sonoma, CA 95476
USA
(707) 996-6645
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
American (Traditional),
Wine Bars
Quite pricey, but the most beautiful patio in the area. Believe me, I studied the reviews/menus for all. Be sure to go to the BACK patio, as there is one in the front that you might think is the only patio in the place. Do not be fooled into ordering…More »
18. Bauhaus Books & Coffee
Cute place. Great coffee; not quite a five, tho. Huge seating area. I had heard lots of good things about this place, and I wasn't disappointed.
Bonus marks for the seating outside which is great for people watching. Really packed on a busy…More »
19. Peet's Coffee & Tea
Used to love Peet's in SM, but I didn't even get a chance to grab my iced coffee here since the line was so long.
I did manage to get my free wi-fi on the bench in front outside, and I didn't realize that they had further outdoor seating around the…More »
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