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Vancouver Americanos
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1. Coo Coo Coffee
My favourite coffee shop in town. Period. It lifts my spirits when I didn't even know it needed lifting.
I've hunted high and low for a more flavourful americano, and have not found it. Trust me, I've tried. These smiling ladies and gents make the…More »
2. Caffe Buongiorno
Caffe Buongiorno is a regular stop for me. Not only because of the convenience factor on my walk to work, but because of it's uniqueness. A bit of old Europe combined with authentic Vancouver. A comfortable cafe in the heart of downtown with a…More »
3. The Buzz Café & Espresso Bar
Vancouver, BC V6B 2W6
(604) 732-9029
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
The first coffee of the day is like a new pair of shoes. It can put wings on your feet, or it can ruin your day. In my case, I like to have one good coffee in the morning, and ride out the day from there. It can set the mood and lightens the load if…More »
4. Bonchaz Bakery Café
Vancouver, BC V6B 1L1
(604) 626-7215
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches,
Bakeries,
French,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I'm upping my rating this week.
Recent improvements at Bon Chaz have made me change my mind about the espresso review I gave below. The quality is now starting to show and I'm enjoying the americano and truffle Bon Chaz combo in the morning. A…More »
5. Trafiq Cafe & Bakery
Vancouver, BC V5V 3R1
(604) 648-2244
I stumbled upon this newly opened café by virtue of it being on the same block as some of my regular haunts, namely Red Cat Records and Grub .
There is another location in West Vancouver, but it seems that the opening of the Main Street location is…More »
6. Prado Café
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A7
(604) 255-5537
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I can't resist Prado sometimes. A cool little spot on the quieter stretch of the Drive. It's not the best coffee in town, but it does stand up well. The Americano is rich, strong and satisfying. A small-ish selection of baked goods. And free wifi,…More »
7. Le Marché St.George
Vancouver, BC V5V 2K6
(604) 565-5107
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Cafes,
Convenience Stores
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
Absolutely charming. This quaint little market reminds me of an old style Montreal cafe, in a quiet neighbourhood. A very unique sight in Vancouver. Outside, a young couple sat, watching their child play with a dog. A neighbour walked by and greeted…More »
8. Petit Ami
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
(604) 682-4044
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek
This little shop has always been my favourite coffee stop on Granville Island. The beans used are organic, fairly trade, estate-grown and roasted locally in small batches. The quality of the beans certainly shows in the taste of the coffee. Strong,…More »
9. Jitters Café
Perhaps I lucked out compared to the other reviews here, but over the years I've never been disappointed in the coffee at Jitters. Perhaps it's because it's an oasis of serenity on this busy street, or perhaps it's the proximity to Zulu Records that…More »
10. Subeez Cafe
Vancouver, BC V6B 2W2
(604) 687-6107
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Pubs
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
What can I say, Subeez. Haters wanna hate.
I can safely admit that, aside from DIX (now closed), this is the establishment that I have frequented the most in my time in Vancouver. There are so many memories attached to this place that I can't even…More »
11. Gene
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E2
(604) 568-5501
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
The corner of Kingsway and Main is sort of an East-meets-West in Vancouver. The long diagonal of Kingsway abruptly ends and presents you with the vista of downtown. At this vantage point, sits Gene. A unique triangular shop with a raw canvas of an…More »
12. Caffe Cittadella
Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C2
(604) 568-5909
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Fairview Slopes
I want to live in this house! Ok maybe not for real, but I kinda want to kick off my shoes, kick everyone out and turn up the stereo when I'm in here.
I think this cafe sums up the word quaint. Even the cups lids are in a little cupboard above cream…More »
13. Take Five Cafe
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T1
(604) 697-9090
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I actually don't mind Take 5 at all. The Granville and Hastings location would appear to be a standard business district daytime cafe, but it`s not. It has a nice, large Italian cafe feel, and even serves liquor.
The baked goods and sandwiches are…More »
14. Absolute Sugar Bakery - CLOSED
The basement of Harbour Centre is hardly the place any street-level passerby might consider as having an oasis of treats. Absolute Sugar has held up quite nicely over the years as being just that.
Small, modern, cozy and the friendliest staff you'll…More »
15. Station Express Café
S Express. You rule. You make it a point of remembering everyone's name, drink and what their 'dealio' is. I definitely feel as though I'm going into a family member's house (except there's no one yelling from upstairs to answer the phone).
Good,…More »
16. Rhizome Café
Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5
(604) 872-3166
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
Rhizome Cafe took me by surprise. We were on our way to a concert at the Biltmore and this place was suggested. In the back of my mind I was skeptical. Community space, vegetarian, Kingsgate Mall area...
It's a large space with an open-plan glassed-in…More »
17. Giovane Café Bakery Deli
Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9
(604) 695-5501
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries,
Delis
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
Giovane, I'm taking off one star. The ol' 8oz / 12oz / 16oz 2-shot Americano pricing is the oldest trick in the book, and too many shops are doing the same thing. If you cared about your coffee, you wouldn't serve a more watered down drink for more…More »
18. Mink - A Chocolate Café
Vancouver, BC V6C 3N9
(604) 633-2451
Categories:
Chocolatiers and Shops,
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Yet another update and the stars continue to tumble away:
For Christmas this year I received a box of Mink chocolates from a relative visiting from out of town. So I know it wasn't a re-gift. The chocolates were all a little grainy and not at all…More »
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1/20/2011
Ok, chocolate aside, this is also a coffee shop. More and more, after repeat visits, I'm realizing… Read more »
19. Abruzzo Cappuccino Bar
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X5
(604) 254-2641
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Screech!! I'm downgrading this review by one star.
I went into Abruzzo today, and was turned off by the lone piece of dried up pizza slowly revolving in the display case. Also, the age-old $2.50 Americano is now $3.50. I`m not as happy entering here…More »
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4/12/2010
No nonsense cafe in the heart of Commercial drive.
You'll find this place packed with soccer fans or… Read more »
20. Koffie / Liquid Assets Coffee B
Vancouver, BC V7X
(604) 681-0611
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Local Flavour
Neighbourhoods: Coal Harbour, Downtown
I'm hoping that this new cafe, tucked away in the business area of town, has a lot of room to grow. It's a cool spot with great decor and service. For now, I'm not thrilled. My coffee and treats were average. I had an Americano and it met the…More »
21. JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
Vancouver, BC V6B 2G3
(604) 684-9253
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I figured it out! JJ Bean is Artigiano is JJ Bean! Ok, there may be differences in service and decor, but the coffee (and fanbase) are essentially the same. I say fanbase, because I did a little un-scientific survey of my friends, and correctly…More »
22. Agro Café
Vancouver, BC V6B 6K3
(604) 605-1292
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I`m trying to believe my fellow Yelpers and discover the magic that is promised at Agro. I have not found it yet.
Today, my Americano was (again) less than stellar, and the food options were limited to a half-empty display counter. See my picture for…More »
23. Caffè Artigiano
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1S2
(604) 694-7737
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
A step up from Starbucks. However in Vancouver this doesn't get you to the top of the ladder. Artigiano certainly has the 'feel' of a much classier establishment. An Italian style that combines coffee and art in a way that makes for a good…More »
24. Coffeebar
Vancouver, BC V6B 1A4
(604) 566-9693
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Gastown
I'm not impressed. I've visited a few times now, and I can't be won over by coolness factor alone. The coffee is not up to par. I was hoping for an improvement over the last two months, but I think it's gotten worse. My americano this morning was…More »
25. Finch's Tea & Coffee House
Vancouver, BC V6B 1T3
(604) 899-4040
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Neighbourhood: Downtown
My mind's been drifting while at work. No it's not because of the number of important emails coming in. It's the fact that I was able to finally share an experience that many fellow Yelpers had already discovered.
Ok,'ll cut to the chase. The pear,…More »
26. Cafe Crema
West Vancouver, BC V7V 3R6
(604) 922-2294
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Ambleside
People seem to love this place. It's usually busy. The sandwiches and treats look great, but I'm knocking off one star because all the espresso drinks are 2 shots and they charge more for a large americano, which is just more water. The cashier…More »
27. Crème de la Crumb Bakeshop + Catering
Vancouver, BC V6C 1V4
(604) 683-5595
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea,
Desserts
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I'm updating my review to give it the same rating.
I expected an improvement over the month since it opened. Expecting the coffee to eventually come into its own after the growing pains had waned. I don't see much improvement. The pastries are still…More »
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6/21/2011
I like places like this. Somewhat secret location, small operation, quality fare. However, the… Read more »
28. Trees Organic Coffee
In a nutshell, I visit Trees when I'm looking for a change of pace and taste from my regular coffee faves in this part of downtown. I don't know why, but I'm always expecting better. The americano here is simply not up to par and has never been.…More »
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8/6/2010
I really want local shops to succeed. I love the idea of having chains pack up up and move out… Read more »
29. Wicked Café - CLOSED
I just don't get it.
It could be my palate, but I've experienced coffee, specifically Americanos, all over town, and Wicked Cafe does not stand out as anything special. I've tried both the Hornby and W 7th locations several times.
The espresso is dark,…More »
30. Brioche Urban Baking & Catering
Vancouver, BC V6B 1E5
(604) 682-4037
With lunch places a-plenty within a block or two from the office, it's difficult to choose sometimes. But when Brioche comes to mind, it's difficult to choose anywhere else. An extensive menu greets you loudly, and offers almost too many…More »
31. Kafka's Coffee and Tea
Vancouver, BC V5T 3E5
(604) 569-2967
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
I've been dying to visit Kafka's after all the positive comments I've been hearing. Unfortunately I kept missing the closing time, or found myself in need of a coffee in a different part of town on weekends.
Today, I made a special trip out for a…More »
32. Murchie's Tea & Coffee
Vancouver, BC V6C 1K6
(604) 669-0783
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Tea Rooms,
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Downtown
My first time visiting Murchies, but this will probably be my shortest review yet. The espresso here tastes burnt. That's all I really have to say. My Americano made it back to the office with me but I don't think I can finish it.
33. Starbucks Coffee Company
Vancouver, BC V6B 1C2
(604) 685-2310
Category:
Food
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
I rarely make new year's resolutions. Not that I'm afraid of failing at them or anything like that, I don't make them because I don't usually feel strong urges to change anything. A few years ago I made a resolution to try to avoid Starbucks for as…More »
34. Cafe Crepe
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3
(604) 806-0845
Categories:
Creperies,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Granville Entertainment District
An update. Cafe Crepe now serves the cheaper Lavazza coffee beans. Prices are still too expensive for lousy coffee, and service is just as bad as ever. My panini was cold in the middle, way too bready (not enough ingredient content), as if it were…More »
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7/22/2010
The Illy coffee brand is one that attracts many coffee lovers. I'm not saying that Illy is the best… Read more »
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