34 Best Cafes in Vancouver

“I had seen a post on a local board game group about this shop opening up soon. Finally something closer to us north county folks! I stopped by mid afternoon and Keith greeted me with a smile. He was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He showed me around and we talked for close to an hour. The for sale board game selection is thorough and they plan to still add more. They also have a library of games you can play in the cafe. They have about 8-10 play tables and the cafe offers a variety of soups, sandwiches, drinks, and more! I'm really excited to see Contrarian's grow and be a focal board gaming resource for our community.“

“The Sriracha melt is so so good!“

“Best biscuits and gravy I have had! Definitely recommend this place!“

“Excellent breakfast sandwiches and the coffee is stellar. Nice people too!“

“First time there today for lunch. … it was the best sandwich I’ve ever had!!! Highly recommend!😊“

“Food was outstanding and could definitely tell they why the extra mile to bring you an elevated food experience over the traditional frozen and deep fried food. Their sweet and sour chicken had a nice twist with real chicken that was breaded and fried which I've never before seen or had. Their tom kah soup had me not being able to get enough. Service was great. Only thing I can and will say is the atmosphere was a little lacking and if you're looking for a pleasing dining room this wasn't it. Their food absolutely was the highlight and standout and we will definitely be back to try more that the menu has to offer. Great job. Also prices were very reasonable, cannot complain for the quality of food delivered.“

“Such a friendly group of staff, & each drink I try is so good!“

“Such a cute, clean and professional coffee shop! Prices are very very reasonable and they carry organic fuel! They made my 2 year the best smoothie too!“

“Di Tazza bakery, cafe and coffee drive thru is a great place to sit and enjoy a coffee with friends. They have pastries and yummy frittatas, biscuits and gravy and breakfast sandwiches. They have vegetarian choices and some nice gluten free pastries that are all made on the premises. It’s really cute and clean. The staff is friendly and quick to make you feel welcome. I live really close to it and I highly recommend it. It is in the previous chase bank on SE 84th and 137th. Easy access from Padden Parkway. Give it a try. You won’t be disappointed. 🥰“

“First time there today for lunch. … it was the best sandwich I’ve ever had!!! Highly recommend!😊“

“The little swings are cool but where occupied. Very open space and bright. I feel like it could have more seating as there was very limited options for groups bigger then 2 and lots of open space. Drinks and food where good but took a bit to come out.“

“My son is a barista at this location. I came in for a coffee and a sandwich and was so proud to watch his interactions with Customers. Big smile and great attitude. I’ve managed Customer Service for a majority of my career, so watching my son provide excellent service was very fulfilling. All of the kids working at The Great North when I have come in have been wonderful. Management shouldn’t take this for granted. The coffee is good, but you can’t beat great customer service👍“

“I enjoyed my visit and found this coffee shop to be cute and comfortable, and it was a nice place to drop in for an easy breakfast and coffee. I ordered the honey lavender latte and breakfast sandwich, and both were delicious. Friendly service. There's a peekaboo view of the river, and it's a nice launching point for a scenic walk by the water.“

“Always a great cup of coffee. Both the employees and owners take effort and learn the name of the customer beyond just the type of drink they normally buy. I’ve seen when the owner’s find a shot brewed substandard; they’ve dumped it at their own cost in favor of getting it right. It’s a small thing, but it says a lot. They care for their coffee and for their customers. 10/10“

“Great place and dog friendly!“

“First time in. The staff was great and the food was amazing. We will most definitely be back with friends .“

“BEST coffee in the entire universe and the people at this location are truly awesome.“

“Everything is awesome about Brewed Awakenings! The staff, the atmosphere, the coffee flavors, the food! Did I mention the staff: they’re what sets it apart. ♥️“

“This coffee shop provides good quality coffee at a very reasonable price. The owners and managers are absolute gems and very friendly members of the campus and community. They have always focused on using high quality ingredients and providing extensive training to their employees. They don't put corn syrup flavorings or burnt roasted coffee beans in their coffee like many chain coffee shops do. Just good quality, traditional Italian roasts, high quality flavorings, and other great non-coffee options like organic tea.“

“BEST coffee in the entire universe and the people at this location are truly awesome.“

“Stopped by Black Rock Coffee Bar (76th & 500 location) to get some work done on my laptop, and it ended up being a great spot to hang out for a bit.

I ordered through the app and went with two drinks:

Blended Orange Blossom Mocha
Iced Irish Coffee
Plus a blueberry muffin

Both drinks were solid—flavorful and well-made—and the muffin hit the spot, especially after one of the baristas offered to warm it up for me. Small gesture, but definitely appreciated.

The baristas here were quick, kind, and attentive. One of my drinks initially came out without the whipped cream I had ordered, but after a quick mention, they fixed it right away with zero hassle and a great attitude. That kind of easy, friendly service goes a long way.

The space itself was clean, spacious, and perfect for getting work done. Plenty of seating, a relaxed vibe, and free Wi-Fi with no password, which made it super convenient.

Overall, a really solid experience—good coffee, great service, and a comfortable place to post up for a while.

–Dr. Rick“

“I love this location... great baristas. But I am very sad to learn that they won't be bringing back the Holiday Spice Flat White!!!“

“New kimchi dish is a hit! Please keep it, but also offer it in a larger size. Also, this is the third time I have ordered the kimchi… there is no ability online to add MORE/extra kimchi. You can add to almost everything, but not the one ingredient I actually would pay more for….“

“Best Pollo al Carbon! Delicious!“

“Very friendly and welcoming staff snd they always get my order right!!!😊“

“Absolutely love coming here every week and trying all the new specials as well as their pizza that they serve! So good!!“

“I have come to this wonderful restaurant about 5 times now, with at least 3 different ladies. We all enjoyed the food, atmosphere and of course the wonderful waiter who is the owner's son. Very attentive and positive. Will be coming back for sure, and soon.“

“I love their Esther Short roast, and I’ve done a paint and sip class here one time which was magical. Great place to have in town ❤️“

“The coffee itself is really good, but Black Rock in general could you some work on their mixed drinks. Upcharging me for whole milk when they should just be using it anyways to make lattes is annoying and they use half as much flavor as needed so you need to request extra, which is also an up charge. My drink ends up being almost $7!! The service is great and everyone is nice, but dang, getting a drink made how the rest of the coffee places do it is expensive.“

“Best everything ❤️thank you for my birthday bread:)“

“They have good coffee really good frappe style“

“lots of options for many with dietary restrictions“

“Great food and people! Awesome!“

“Panera bread in Hazel Dell/Vancouver Washington had incredibly friendly staff that were knowledgeable and had great suggestions on food items and what was most popular, and the recommendations didn't disappoint. I had an amazing salad and sandwich. The facility was clean on the exterior and interior. We will go there again.“