A Bread Affair

Quick, fresh, lots of varieties and open 24/7. We ordered…read moreapple pie chia pudding, spinach egg tart, and raspberry scone. All were delicious! The spolie chia pudding has chunks of canned apple and walnut. It was surprisingly good. Service was quick. They have a small seating area.

Wow they have really good raspberry strudels. It's super delicious. Their pastries and dessert…read moreitems such as cakes are reasonably price and best of all they open late. Great place to hang out !

1.7 km•Downtown, West End

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Winner always, Tiramisu

Thierry

4.0(1k reviews)

I enjoyed the coffee and matcha latte from Thierry two days in a row during my 4 mile walk with my…read morepup at Ambleside Park. As a self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur, I could tell the latte was brewed using high-quality coffee beans, and my matcha latte had premium matcha powder. The dessert display was a treat for the senses. The decor was on point and elegant. The service was fast and the staff were friendly. They even offered a water bowl for my pup, and the patio was heated. I am planning to come back and enjoy my drinks again tomorrow.

I love to order thick hot chocolate in all my travels and always excited to find a city that serves…read moreit. To me it's almost like a melted chocolate bar I ordered the dark chocolate hot chocolate and it was very good And very sweet people work here

2.2 km•Downtown, Downtown Eastside

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Chestnut Tart | Almond dough, candied chestnuts & pecans, dark chocolate shavings.

Purebread

4.4(471 reviews)

Purebread is my favourite bakery. When I moved from Vancouver to the Island I was sad to not be…read moreable to go anymore but every time I come to town, I visit. Also there is a location at the airport so I can get my fix there However I had a friend in the hospital that I came to visit and he had never been to Purebread so I decided to go surprise him with a treat. I was super sad to see they had about half of the selections that they used to have.... But I mean really, who needed that much stuff. But I always loved going up and down perusing everything!! BUT I got my buckwheat and sour cherry scone (I dream of these) and I was SO happy that it was as delish as ever!! If my video will post most people will see an overwhelming selection - but holy you should have seen it before!!

Lovely little bakery and cafe. Got a flat white with a peach and blueberry scone. The scone had…read moredistinct flavours, and was properly crusty-crumbly in the right places. The flat white was fairly standard. They don't have a washroom so plan accordingly. People are nice and friendly. Baked goods selection is huge! Prices are what prices are these days. Place has a welcoming chill vibe. Overall, a good stop for a nice treat.

Salted caramel bar

Brioche: bacon & egg

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Carrot cake loaf

L'atelier Patisserie

4.6(140 reviews)

3.4 km•Mount Pleasant

Why are the nurses screaming?! Well, we brought them a box of amazing pastries from L'atelier! The…read morepure joy echoing from behind the nurses station made our heart sing. They were showing each other the flavors, and shapes, and designs. Sweet plus savory. Cutting them in half and sharing. It was the least we could do to bring these high quality goodies, made by high quality bakers, to these high quality nurses in the cardiac unit for my mother-in-law. We were so impressed with the staff at L'atelier. They know their stuff and their recommendations are top notch. The bakery itself is so cute and modern and fun. I loved that you could sit outside even in the rain because they have stellar permanent awnings.

Vancouver Croissant Crawl - Pear & Egyptian Chai Croissant…read moreCaramelized pears glazed with chai in a tart shell croissant, topped with a chocolate whipped ganache and dusted with cinnamon. I really liked this tart shell croissant. Layers were amazing. So crispy! And Caramelized pear had chai flavor and liked paired with cinnamon. Whipped ganache was not overly sweet and light. Combination of Pears, cinnamon, and chai was delicious. One of the most delicious item I tried in croissant crawl festival!

4.4 km•Kensington-Cedar Cottage

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Gary’s Patisserie

4.5(64 reviews)

I ordered the 6 inch mango cake for my sister's birthday and it was absolutely worth it! The cake…read morewas light, fresh, and full of delicious mango flavour without being overly sweet. It was a huge hit with everyone! The 6 inch cake was $69 and I added a customized birthday message on chocolate for an extra $3 which was a nice personal touch. They also offer a gluten free option for an additional $10 which is great for accommodating different dietary needs. One thing to keep in mind is that you'll want to order online well in advance because their cakes sell out quickly. I can definitely see why. They're fantastic! I'll be ordering from Gary's Patisserie again for future celebrations.

Have seen Gary's fresh mango cakes all over IG and with my Dad's recent birthday I convinced my…read moresister to order one, instead of our usual mango cake from Saint Germaine bakery. Gary's only allows to order the fresh mango cakes up to one week ahead to ensure they have enough ripe mangos, which I admire their dedication. We ordered the 6 inch cake for 9 people (7 adults and 2 kids) and everyone got a thin to average slice. The cake is definitely prettier than the other fresh mango cakes on the market, has a lot more mangos that are perfectly ripe and sweet, there is less wipped cream, and the sponge cake is softer. The family agreed that Gary's has the best fresh mango cake but at $69 for a 6 inch cake, versus $43 for a 6 inch mango cake from Saint Germaine, a cake from Gary's is definitely a treat and for special occasions. Is Gary's worth the premium price? I think so but not everyone in my family agreed. One thing to note: Gary's do offer cake in a jar that's $8.50 each. When we went, they had a BOGO deal with the mango cake jars. My nephew asked my sister to buy the BOGO deal knowing that the 6 inch cake was not going to be enough, as the kids like having a second slice of cake.

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Mello

4.4(328 reviews)

2.8 km•Chinatown

When I was visiting the city for work, my close friend wanted to take me here to taste their…read moredoughnuts. As I love desserts, I was so excited to see Chinatown and visit this place for the first time. This place was located in an area that would be best to walk with a friend or a small group- I was not quite prepared to see and experience what was going on all around. Finally, we made it there and were glad to order some doughnuts. As soon as we entered, we were greeted by the sweet smell of doughnuts and the two friendly staff. Everything looked so good, so narrowing down our pick was very hard! At the end, we ordered two flavours- Matcha and Tiramisu. The matcha doughnut was soft and the filling was light yet full of matcha flavour that one would expect, I loved every bite! My friend had the tiramisu doughnut and she said that she enjoyed the fluffy texture of the dough and the creamy filling- it felt like eating tiramisu in a doughnut form. If you love simple yet high quality ingredients, this place is the perfect place to get your sweet cravings fixed!

My go to Korean Style Donut shop ... don't let me stay too long!!…read moreMy fav is their Strawberry Cream and of course other seasonal ones that I have to try each time they are out! Hope to see more stores around town!!

Nutella + Old Fashioned

Chocolate Peanut Dipped

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Donuts

Sun Fresh Bakery House

4.3(76 reviews)

2.9 km•Chinatown

Sun Fresh was the first place we visited while in Vancouver. We appreciate that they take credit…read morecards and also the variety they have available. My only drawback is that they don't have anywhere to sit. We ate our buns standing up outside the bakery. Def will be back when we are in town!

3.5 rounded up. Sir…read moreMix-A-Lot would like this place. If you like big buns, the blast zone is right here. Baked or steamed, they're larger than average, IMHO. Decent amount of filling too. Baby Got Bao! Got a variety to go. Wiener bun, curry bun, custard bun, pan fried pork bun. All in one lovely size. L. Large. Overall impressions? The big buns are impressive. Visually appealing and very agreeable to the palate. Wrap your lips around one of these!

Salted deep fried donuts

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Le Belisse Cafe

3.9(64 reviews)

1.6 km•West End

Excellent bakery and cafe with delectable baked goods especially…read more We tried the following for Croissant Crawl and they were all excellent. - mushroom tart - really great flavour, very crispy and crunch on the outside - strawberry croissant tart - this is so beautiful you don't even want to break into it to eat it, but the fruit is wonderful and fresh, the pastry very crispy and crunchy, amazing texture and as a package it is awesome - pistachio and mango cruffins - these are good as well. Crunchy and the inside is flavourful. - cheese tart - I think this is my favourite. Really smooth and wonderful cheese, the crust is solid and crunchy but not too much. Just really wonderful. Would definitely come back.

This place's aesthetic is really cute and the fruit-shaped desserts are probably the biggest draw…read more They are so unique and honestly look almost too pretty to eat. I believe they were one of the first places in Vancouver to really bring these fruit-shaped desserts to the forefront, and then slowly everyone else started following the trend. The mango is definitely my favourite. It's light, fruity and refreshing and the white chocolate shell gives you that little crack when you bite into it. I tried the clementine/orange one as well and I would probably skip that one next time. It's mostly cream with not a ton of cake. The good news is that the mousse is pretty light, so even though there's a lot of it, it doesn't feel like an incredibly heavy dessert. The pastries and desserts are definitely more about the experience and presentation, although there are some really good options beyond the fruit ones too.

It's chocolate lipstick limited

Pistachio croissant

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Pistachio croissant

Unni Pastries

4.3(32 reviews)

2.1 km•West End

Snack and dessert shop located close to the bustling Denman and Robson intersection. I went for…read morethe red bean donut. It was on point. The granulated sugar on outside helps keep it crunchy, and the red bean was sweet but not too sweet and works well. Would come back to try other things.

Usually for last few years I've been ordering from Esther at Dipnsip & Unni Pastries. I was…read morereferred at my friend's wedding as I was looking for cakes and pastries for in-laws. Well it seems ownership has changed and the new owner doesn't give two craps about prior customers, honoring discounts, replying back timely or being more friendly? Was playing email tag and finally submitted the 39 flavors and didn't hear back until after another week and then told they won't deliver only in morning when they know our reservation was for 730pm and they're open until 9? I even replied back and nothing. We own and run several business in lower mainland and in United States and this customer service from Unni Pastries is trash. At least you can do is reply back and apologize? For wasting time when I specifically told you it's for family and friends flying into town for a funeral burial. Will never use their business again. I highly suggest Mello. They replied and helped me out last minute. Shame on you! Learn how to run a business and treat customers esp previous customers who were supporting the business and fellow Krn but it's clear the new owner doesn't care about the customer or quality it's all about quantity. Maybe my 39 donuts which I offered to pay extra for time and packaging wasn't large enough but money is money. Especially during this time and economy. You should've at least replied back and even tried asking us to do pickup as the restaurant is down the road. Do better! Go to Mello which isn't too far and they bake fresh daily better pricing and reviews and consistency!

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Inside unni pastries

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Carmen B.

10 years ago

This is my "go to" shop when showing friends and family around Granville Island. My guests have never failed to be impressed by the tasty homemade bread and baked goods. If we don't have time to make the trip, I bring home some of my favourite sourdough loaves or a dozen of their delicious cookies (my favourite are the "Best Freakin' Peanut Butter Awesomeness" cookies). Their sandwiches are great too - an excellent place to stop for lunch on Granville Island. The staff are always so friendly, too, and happy to make recommendations if you want to try something new. read more

Patrycja W.

10 years ago

AMAZING bakery in Vancouver! I am so happy I found this gem, I have to recommend the better than sex brownie b/c it is possibly the best thing I've ever tasted. I also love their brioche loaf, focaccia bread, country white and the sweetheart. I could keep going but those are definitely my favourites. I usually stop in to get a sandwich for lunch and just can't help myself to a little treat...probably b/c it always smells so good inside! The staff is always super friendly and even with their long line ups you can order pretty quick. 5 stars for this bakery! read more

Natalie M.

12 years ago

Friendly staff and great products. Walked in was a was instantly greeted with warm smiles and warm croissants! My favourite treat was their almond-double-bake croissant, though it was very hard to choose. Definitely going back. read more

Alex W.

Elite 24

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320

9 years ago

The turkey sandwich was meh but the bread was excellent. Go for the bread and just the bread, or maybe some sweets but I would grab a sandwich from somewhere else read more

Maria M.

8 years ago

I was over charged ($20 instead of $7) and never got a voucher (as promised by the owner). Will never go back.

George C.

Elite 11

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10 years ago

Their cookie was OK, but I guess bread is the better move.

Jessica S.

10 years ago

Those All butter croissants are All I need in my life.

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I've heard of this place from some of my neighbors for a few years now, as they purchase their…read morebread from here. And I have walked past it a lot in the summer, when I go on long seawall walks, often walking back on Beach Ave. This place is on Beach, by the underside of the Burrard Bridge and the hanging chandelier there. Whenever I've passed Tartine, I've made a mental note to visit. In the summer, there are a few bistro tables outside with people drinking coffees and eating the most scrumptious-looking pastries and croissants. And the aroma that's wafted out of this place at times has been heavenly. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, beats the aroma that emanates from a bakery. I finally ventured inside the other day, as I was in the area and I was in the market to get some bread. The interior is small, and it was cramped with tables in close proximity to each other, and lots of people inside. The counter had three people behind it, and they were busy ringing up orders and getting foods from the back and preparing bags for pick-up. TBH it looked a little chaotic, and I just stood at the counter, waiting for someone to be free to help me. No-one looked up or acknowledged me or said they'd help me in a second. So it was kinda weird. (No-one else was standing at the counter. Everyone else was seated at tables). I took the time to read the menu on the wall and look at the foods in the display case. Wow, the pies looked insanely good. Lots of sandwiches. I saw the racks of fresh bread loafs in the back. Lots of beverages listed on the chalk menu on the wall. I was REALLY impressed with their prices here. Without exception, everything here was less expensive than any cafe or bakery in town. Sometimes items were just $1-$2 less, but across the board, everything was less: coffees, pastries, breads. Nice!!! Finally a girl looked up and asked what she could get for me. I asked what kind of breads they had, specifically, if they had a challah bread. She looked at me like I was from Mars. I had to explain what challah bread is. (Is it that obscure, that someone in a bakery wouldn't have heard of it? This blew me away). Anyhow, no, needless to say, they don't have challah here. Bummer. She listed all the other types of bread. I asked if they had a baguette and she said, yes, she forgot to mention that! So I got the baguette (it was $3 and change). When I got home, my kid and I ripped right into that baguette (we are bread fiends!) and wow, it was SO fresh and so good, with the perfect crusty exterior and soft, chewy interior. For $3 and change! Great bread, great price. Despite their not having challah and their chaotic counter, I really liked this place. It'd be perfect for getting a bougie sandwich and/or pastry and coffee, to go and having a little picnic by the seawall when the weather gets warmer. The prices are great, and the food looks amazing.

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