I stumbled across this little gem of a coffee shop when travelling into Powell River with my mom a…read morefew weeks ago. Being that I am a vegan with a wheat intolerance, I usually don't expect to be able to order too many things off a non-vegan cafe's menu, but I was thrilled that this wasn't the case at River City Coffee. They had a number of vegan or veganizable sandwiches and soups, plus you can switch out the bread on their sandwiches for a gluten-free variety. Score! The staff at the shop were super friendly and all-around lovely. Also, I found the shop had a funky-yet-mellow ambiance, which came as a surprise to me especially given that this is located in a strip mall. After we ordered our drinks and food, I walked around to the back and was surprised at just how big it was. There were tons of small tables and chaises/couches, and it had a bit of an artist's studio feel. Very cool. If I'm up in Powell River again, I'll definitely pay another visit to River City Coffee.

Good food, okay coffee…read more I've had the breakfast sandwich and the breakfast burrito and both were delicious, although the breakfast sandwich is a bit on the heavy side from all the cheesy goodness so maybe try something else if you're looking for something lighter. Coffee is okay - comparable to Starbucks. There is lots of seating inside. Service is very friendly. It does feel a bit dim in terms of lighting. Overall a very solid spot to grab some lunch/brunch.

If you like really really strong coffee then This is the…read moreplace for you! If you're not a fan of strong coffee I would check out some other spots in town.

Strong, great coffees. Had the cappuccino with whip and americano. It's definitely some serious…read morecoffee . First time in Powell and stayed at the beach inn so lucked out with it close by.

Really great bakery. Really great pizza. What a nice satisfying local place to eat. We will be back.read more

This adorable cafe is the perfect place for treats and eats -- a quick bite and a coffee and you're…read moregood to go. It's close enough to the ferry that you can grab before the long ride, too.

The costumer service was alright the barista was kinda rude. And my drink did get messed up more…read morethan once in the same day.

Starbucks is honestly my favourite place to go and I totally recommend it to people who haven't…read morebeen there ((word of advice))(get a caramel frap)

Steampunk and coffee? Yes please! Realizing that no place has surpassed the steampunk experience at…read moreTruth Coffee Roasting in Cape Town, I still had high hopes. Sorry Timmy, I'd rather support the local independent shops. Their dirty Chai latte was good and spicy! I would describe the decor as "Canadian nice" steampunk? Steampunk items abound but not over the top. Side room with comfy chairs and lots of books. With the cold wet weather outside I could have sat there for a while, but the road to Tofino beckoned. Wonderful place to hang out. Decent but not super fast wifi.

the most less than average coffee I've ever had…read moreowners are horrible and hours are terrible for this place don't waste your time

We have eaten here three times (so far) on our trip. Every day we have been happy with our food and…read moredrinks. The iced latte has been consistent, the lemonade sweet, the food fresh and hot, and the pastries delicious. All of the employees are friendly and smiling. The bakery is clean and has a welcoming atmosphere

This place is excellent, straight up! It's fairly new, I think, clean and tidy, and nice and…read morebright. The service is friendly, quick and efficient. You order from the kitchen at the counter and they bring to food out to you. The case looked to be full of tasty treats and reasonably priced. K had the skillet which came with toast that was so good. The skillet itself contained a good amount of food that was very nicely cooked. My bacon and eggs came with a choice of hash browns or toast. I chose the has browns and added a side of sourdough. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the bacon nice and crispy as specified, along with a slice of tomato and some fresh basil which was a nice touch. My London Fog left a little to be desired, but that was but a small blemish in an otherwise excellent breakfast/brunch! If you are in Parksville I'd heartily recommend the Brazen Poppy Bakery Cafe. We'll be stopping on our way to Victoria tomorrow for sure.

Creekmore was on our way back to the ferry ride home so we stopped by to grab a few bites…read more I got the grilled 3-cheese panini and my husband got coffee. My panini was so fresh and they gave me a generous amount of cheese, which was oozing out of my sandwich, yum! My husband got coffee, and loved it so much that he actually emailed Creekmore about sending some coffee beans over to Vancouver. The service here is friendly. The atmosphere is bit pleasantly old-fashioned. I would come back again!

This cafe offers a dog friendly patio. Their service was friendly and efficient. I enjoyed their…read morepulled pork burger. The bun was soft and the pork was flavorful. They also packed the burger with a lot of vegetables. Prices were reasonable.

WOW!! Awesome coffee,…read more Awesome staff, Nice surroundings, And the BEST SANDWICHES EVER!! At reasonable prices!! Will be back as often as I can, and everyone I know in the area will be hearing about this place. OWNERS: please keep up the great work!!

I was travelling home late in the day, and was hungry, since I had been driving for a while, and do…read morenot like "fast food" because of all my allergies. I stopped at this Cafe to see what they had on their menu board, and saw that they made sandwiches. Perfect! The tuna sandwich was the best and biggest I have had in a long time. It also hadn't been sitting in a display wrapped in plastic, but the friendly worker made it fresh and wrapped it in a paper sandwich wrap. This will be one of my "go to" stops from now on when heading down island.

Burde beans has the best coffee in port alberni. Not only do they have the best coffee, their…read morededication to making sure your experience is the best one possible will keep you coming back for more. You will have to see for your self. Treat yourself to an obscenely good cup of coffee, not a fast food chain black sludge coffee that makes you poo yourself in 5 min . Family owned and operated... You will see when you get there. Enjoy!

This place feels like walking into your best friends living room and having them cook you delicious…read morefood and great coffee. A must stop for anyone travelling by and after a little taste of home and experiencing the super friendly and laid back vibe in Port Alberni. Excellent WIFI is an added bonus!

based on other yelp reviews, i had bookmarked this as a place to potentially stop into while in the…read morevicinity. it turned out i was in sechelt today and decided to get something to go. there are lots of really great sounding options on their menu, from bowls to bennies. i chose the harvest bowl and can say was no disappointed. even though i took it to go, it was quite tasty, was an ample serving size (has essentially left me full for the better part of the afternoon) and really good ingredients. the service was also positive in terms of the cashier telling me approximately how long the wait would be and then announcing my order number when it was ready. while i didn't sample any baked goods the case was pretty stocked mid morning and there were definitely occupied tables both inside and out. a nice find for sure!

I ordered the daily special, which was an eggs benedict featuring vodka-infused bacon. I ordered at…read morethe counter, and since it was a weekday, the service was quick and the cafe wasn't too busy. The caramelized onions were exceptionally flavorful--so delicious! The biscuit was perfect--buttery, fluffy, and nicely crusty on the outside. The hollandaise was also quite good. However, the eggs were a bit overcooked for my preference; the whites were solid and the yolks were mostly set rather than runny. Overall, it was a very flavorful meal, and I will definitely return when I'm back on the Sunshine Coast