23 Best Coffee Shops in Nanaimo

“very nice little cafe with lots of greenery.“

“super cozy and amazing coffee- perfect place to warm up and reset after a day out!“

“A health care provider recommended this coffee shop while I was waiting for a friend at the hospital. Am so glad I tried it out! delicious muffin that was fresh out of the oven and a tasty iced vanilla latte! highly recommend“

“Definitely one of my favourite coffee shops. I visit regularly- the staff are very friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is always relaxed and welcoming. The coffee is first class!“

“As a group of six we were delighted to find such a lovely place to stop for brunch. Dropping our son at university was the reason for our visit. Rick the manager went out of his way to chat with us and help explain what was available. Three of us had breakfast ciabatta, a ham/cheese panini and two lots of waffles. All delicious. Drinks were good, place was spotless. Staff not overly engaging but polite. Rick thanked us for visiting which was a really nice touch. We will return. Many thanks.“

“Rishu and Cassie are both wonderful in providing us a warm service this morning. These type of people who are cheerful to greet everyone are a total gem. Thank you!

Every time I am here we are treated well. Congratulations to the whole team. Special mention to the following: Edward(dynamic personality), Christian(always cheerful), Anne(so accommodating) Babelyn and Rowena are always wonderful. Thank you guys! Such a great team!“

“A health care provider recommended this coffee shop while I was waiting for a friend at the hospital. Am so glad I tried it out! delicious muffin that was fresh out of the oven and a tasty iced vanilla latte! highly recommend“

“Today was our first time trying out Waffle🧇 Magic🪄and it was absolutely DELICIOUS😋 Definitely the first of many more🙂Hidden gem💯“

“The vault is the coolest location in Nanaimo and going there is an experience. This spot is popular with locals and with tourists, as one of the best venues in town as well as just the coolest spot. The staff are amazing and the food is awesome. If it's poppin in there will you wait a bit? Yes, but that's because it is well loved.“

“Just your average Starbucks, the coffee may not be as great as some cafe’s in town, but it’s still good and consistent! Service was great, kind staff, and a clean store.

Vegetarian options: Limited but some options

Dietary restrictions: One GF sandwich option

Parking: It’s Vancouver, parking is always a struggle

Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible“

“A go-to coffee shop in downtown’s Nanaimo.
I think this is the best coffee I have ever had since I moved to Nanaimo. They have a variety choices of coffee and flavour to evaluate your coffee. Whipping cream is a must try. So yummy 😋
They also have a lot of teas, and no caffeine choices, like milkshake or smoothies, etc.
The location is a plus point. You can enjoy your drink with the view of Waterfront harbour.
Lastly, I’ll try the sandwich next time“

“This is our go to coffee shop! Great cinnamon buns and muffins! Lovely atmosphere and staff!“

“Was looking for an authentic Nanaimo bar in Nanaimo! My top 3 go-to's in Nanaimo were all closed on a Monday when they are supposed to be open per their hours, what can you do. Did a bit of searching and one site gave an honorable mention to Serious Coffee. Ordered a sweetheart latte (vanilla and cinnamon), meant to get the black forest, also had a Nanaimo bar of course and a carrot pineapple loaf frosted. Lets start with the good. The Carrot pineapple loaf was incredible. Didn't need the icing as the loaf itself was dense yet moist. Chock full of raisins, carrot but not a whole lot of pineapple. Amazing. The nanaimo bar left something to be desired. The bottom (coconut) layer was extremely dense, very coconuty. The custard was more grainy than smooth and silky and the top chocolate layer was the usual, chocolatey goodness. The latte was very subtly flavoured, I feel like the black forest would have been much more delicious. I won't be back as I've had better Nanaimo bars and coffee elsewhere, but like the site I read, honorable mention is about accurate. If everything else is closed this place will suffice. All 3 items costed $15 and change. Not bad in this day and age.“

“Honestly, this Tim Hortons is my go-to. I swing by most mornings for a coffee and a quick bite before work. The service is always fast, even when there's a line-up, and the staff actually seem like they enjoy their jobs. Plus, they make a mean Iced Capp! It's not just a coffee shop; it's a reliable part of my daily routine.“

“They went to a lot of trouble to make it an enjoyable experience The tea was brewed to perfection This place is really a good tea shop!“

“Had an americano and delicious gluten-free almond blueberry tart, and my mom had a pot of tea with raspberry cheesecake she said was to die for :) great ambience, very accommodating staff and I’d definitely go again soon!“

“Nice staff,friendly almost immediate acknowledgment“

“Thanks for my Birthday gift. Tried your breakfast bacon Gouda sandwich, delicious😘👌 Can’t afford it too often though. Just a special treat:-) My daughter treated me to an Almond Chai Tea Latte, that also was delicious!“

“We will be back here for more! We stopped in for a chai latte. Good quality, nice portion, served in a ceramic mug. The service was friendly and genuine, so I added on a Nanaimo bar, which was made exactly the way it is supposed to be made. There is indoor and outdoor seating. We came with a dog, so we took a table and chairs on a clean, lively streetside area. You really can't ask for more!“

“The chocolate croissant was incredible; warm with a gooey chocolate center, perfectly fresh and flaky. The matcha latte was also excellent, not overly sweet (which I really appreciated). When my drink was made in the wrong size by accident, the staff were so friendly and accommodating, fixing it right away without hesitation.

We also tried the chicken club sandwich, which was delicious! It was juicy, fresh chicken with bread that tied everything together perfectly.

Overall, a great spot for tasty food and drinks, especially convenient for travelers waiting long hours for the BC Ferries.“

“Thankyou to all the staff. We visit at least twice a week and love all the staff. They are fun friendly and pays attention to detail and pleasant. We always come around 11am and the staff knows us. A huge thankyou to them all.
From Lonna and Elva“

“The staff here are always polite and serve with a smile. My order is usually ready quickly, and everything tastes fresh—especially the French Vanilla and breakfast wraps.The place is clean and has a calm vibe. It’s a nice spot to grab a coffee or relax for a bit. I always leave satisfied. Definitely one of the better Tim Hortons locations I’ve visited!“

“This place is great!!! Food is awesome, service is great and reasonable prices! Highly recommended“