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Came on a Saturday afternoon and it was decently busy - but there was still enough seating. Got a matcha latte and a cheddar scone. The cheddar scone was decent but I think slightly over baked (maybe from the reheat). The matcha latte was very tasty, would get again! The mugs were also super cute. Will come back to try their brunch/lunch items.
there's something quietly magical about this little café, tucked into a heritage building at 425 carrall street, in between chinatown and gastown. sky high ceilings, crown moulding, wrought iron gate and a giant arched window flood the room with light, giving the space a grand yet approachable feel. modern sconces and patterned carpet warm it up, and the tables fill with people leaning in over conversations or tapping quietly away on laptops. the story behind the café makes it even more special. owners greg and bev set out to create a spot that blends coffee culture with creative, healthy, japanese inspired dishes and it shows in every detail. the menu goes well beyond your standard café fare, alongside espresso, americanos, teas, and a line up of creative drinks (the kind that practically beg for a return visit), they serve breakfast, sandwiches, rice bowls, and noodles. my order was the iced strawberry oat matcha latte, a showstopper in looks and taste: ruby red strawberry puree at the base, a slim layer of oat milk in the middle, and a deep crown of uji matcha on top. earthy, creamy, just sweet enough, refreshing without ever being overly sweet. next time, i've already got my eye on their omurice. finding the place feels like part of the adventure. not gonna lie, it's in a sketchier part of town, the code to get in is 8888 at the building directory, wait for the buzz, and step inside to discover this hidden gem. open tuesday to saturday, 8am to 3pm, this japanese inspired café is more than just a caffeine stop. it's a place where supporting local means something tangible, where the owner's vision comes to life, and where every visit feels like you've stumbled onto a secret worth keeping.
Came for their Light Up Chinatown special drink! Definitely overpriced but considering it's for a festival, it's ok. It was yummy, refreshing, and not too sweet. I wish that there was more sago in it. At the time when I came, the service was not great. The person at the front was very curt. The food and other items look good so I would come back in the future.
Small Japanese-inspired cafe - I'm not actually sure how exactly to describe it; I think the owners are Japanese, and the food is inspired by Japanese countryside cafes but also incorporates their own ideas. They sell coffee and tea, specializing in matcha, as well as light meals and some baked goods. The menu is vegetable-forward and health-conscious with seafood, vegetarian, and vegan options. You can also buy tins of matcha. You need to be buzzed in to enter the building. There's a sign posted at the door with the number to dial. I didn't have to announce myself or anything, they just let me in when I buzzed. I tried their vegan chick'n caesar sandwich, matcha coconut mochi, and the Koolfest iced sencha with kinome and guava. Really good all around. The sandwich had a slightly different flavour from the typical caesar I was expecting - more mustardy - but was very tasty. It was a little messy because there was so much stuffed into the sandwich. The matcha mochi (like a butter mochi) had a VERY satisfying texture, super soft with a little bit of a crisp surface. The drink was also really good. I really liked the real guava puree. The kinome flavour was unique but subtle. I found the environment here to be unpretentious and comfortable despite the neighbourhood. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the matcha they sell. I am definitely interested in coming back to try something with matcha.
came for Hot Chocolate Festival 2025. interesting location since it's in the lobby of a building (think hotel coffee shop) and need to be buzzed in to enter, which is nice considering the sketchiness of downtown. the small cafe was already packed, so we sat on one of the lobby sofas. we tried the white chocolate strawberry matcha latte which came with a boozy truffle. loved that they used mk matcha. it was creamy, earthy, and punchy from the strawberry. husband said truffle was good (didn't try since i was preggers). wouldn't come back for the vibes, but definitely want to try their food and other drinks next time!
Love this place. Since I found it last summer, this has been my go to place for a quick lunch and morning coffees. Really fresh ingredients, vegetarian and pescatarian options. I love their matcha, juices smoothies, dandan noodle bowls, and sable fish bowls. Bev and Greg are a pair of very cute couple who ran this place! Bev chats you up and makes you feel at home! The office building where this cafe is at allows dogs, so sometimes when I baby sat my friend's dogs, I bring them here to hang out in the building's couch area while enjoying my coffee! Such a treat for me and my friends!
This is a relatively hidden cafe in Vancouver. I is worth a visit with its delicious menu items and drinks. The cafe is run by a couple, with the mugs being handmade by them! The vegan dumplings were my favourite and would go back for it again! The Hojichai latte was a nice warm beverage. They also sell super cute merch at the store. There is limited seating inside, so it can very difficult with a group. Definitely a spot to catch up with a friend.
We went here for the Hot Chocolate Festival 2025. At first, we were a bit sceptical considering the location but it's actually located at the bottom of a secured building. You have to buzz in to enter. We tried the 'Penicillin for the Geisha' hot chocolate and their matcha latte. We both loved the drinks, the matcha latte was the best I ever tasted in the city and unlike other hot chocolate drinks in the city, this one is not overly sweet. Will come back again to try their food.
i highly recommend this cafe, i had a wholesome conversation with Bev one of the owners of aiyaohno cafe. she told me about what living in vancouver is like and her love for thrifting. the cafe is small with limited seating which i did not mind. i ordered the spicy albacore poke which was served with warm rice and savory chili oil. i also ordered their popular strawberry matcha latte which was divine !! it was creamy and wasn't too sweet. i also ordered their homemade matcha cookie which paired well with my drink. overall this is now my new favorite cafe, and i cannot wait to be back.
My first time visiting this spot since it used to be the Iktsu matcha/coffee stand! I'm glad that another kind and friendly couple has opened shop here. To get into the building, you have to wave to the owner through the takeout window and she has to come around and open the door for you. A bit inconvenient for everyone, but that's the building security. It's a cozy seating area with a few tables and couches. The cups they serve water/drinks in are so unique - I believe they are hand-built ceramics with interesting shapes! Not my favourite, but it gave a cool touch to the cafe. The smoked sockeye salmon sandwich was delicious! The lightly toasted milk bread was soft to bite into, with the smoky fish balanced with the vegetables. I'd like to try some of their other sandwiches! The miso sake glazed sablefish lunch combo was so tasty - the fish was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The purple rice was soft and fluffy - my friend and I even asked the owners what rice blend and rice cooker they use! The vegetable and salad mix was good too. I could have done with less rice and more fish to balance out the whole dish, as I felt the rice ratio was large. I can't wait to visit again and try their matcha latte!
Stopped by for a nice post-workout lunch. I got the roast miso sake sablefish ($18.50). Really enjoyed the fish over the bed of rice and the salad as well. Very well dressed. It's also hot chocolate festival -- so it was extra busy today for the first day! I got the plum wine hot chocolate and it comes with an amazingly delicious truffle.
This place was SO GOOD! The first time I tried it was a few months ago, I had their Sakura latte and the vegan BLT sandwich and I was in LOVE! There's something about the word "vegan" that intimates people and honestly I wasn't too keen about it too. But this place proved me wrong. I went again last month and I ordered the sesame dan dan ramen! Boy was that ever delicious!! I also ordered the hojicha latte. Yummy!! Also, the owners are super friendly and helpful. Feel free to ask them any questions about their food, they are very easy to talk to! :)
First time checking out Aiyaohno Cafe. The entrance door is locked on the weekend so just wait for someone to let you in. Shared an obaachan's plum wine stash ($8.75), matcha kinako soybean walnut powder cookie ($4.50), creamy shiso pesto udon ($14.50) and roast miso sake sablefish ($18.50). The hot chocolate special was rich but not too sweet, with a subtle sour end note. The matcha kinako cookie was fantastic (great chew, nutty). Miso cod was incredibly tender. Pesto udon special was an interesting fusion dish with plenty of vegetables. Will come back soon try more things.
Superb service and super sweet workers (owners maybe?) The shop is situated in a very unique charming corner inside a building. Loved that the menu is annotated, adding to its authenticity. 5/5 people and overall cozy spot Food options aren't extensive but there's a sizable selection for any mood. Feeling the heat? Poke bowls. Prefer handhelds? They got you. A cozy warm dish? No problem. For me, the sesame chili tan tan noodle scratched my itch for a hot soupy lunch that day. I enjoyed the flavour and it was a surprisingly well-balanced meal, though proteins were extra add-ons. Picked up a banana ube matcha on my way out as well.It was good, but I might not be a big fan of the combo or the matcha they used. It leaned more bitter, and despite a lot of flavours going on, I didn't pick up on any that would draw me back to it. I must say the colours look quite nice before the mix! 3.5/5 for the food and drinks Would love to come back to try one of the ikura uni butter dishes sometime! read more
7 months ago
Aiyaohno Cafe is located in an office building in Chinatown. The Cafe is a small corner of the building lobby and you can't just walk in. You need to be buzzed in. There's apparently a sign that explains how to get in but Mom and I had been through quite an ordeal already to get here (long story that I don't care to go into) so we were a bit too flustered to notice the sign. So we got let in when the lady at the cafe saw us through the glass window and realized from our confused expressions and struggles with the door that we were trying to enter the cafe. When we finally got seated in the Cafe we ordered the following: Hot Yuzu Ginger juice Hot Hojicha Chai Latte Sesame Chili Tan Tan Udon Truffled Ramen Egg Sandwich Mom wanted something hot and soupy. The Sesame Chili Tan Tan Udon was the only thing on the menu that was hot and soupy. I was told that it was mildly spicy. Mom finished the bowl without any difficulties so looked like it was indeed mild. Thank goodness for that. My Truffled Ramen Egg Sandwich was yummy but I honestly didn't taste any truffle in it. Paid slightly extra to have my Hojicha Chai Latte made with Oat milk. Absolutely loved this drink. I could taste both the Hojicha and the Chai in it. 4 stars for the food but 5 stars for the service. I saw through the glass doors that there was a parking lot on the other side of the building and wondered if I could pull my car into that parking lot to pick up my mom so she wouldn't have to walk outside in the rain to get back to my car. The lady at the cafe told me it was a gated parking lot just for tenants of the building but said I could call her and she would buzz me in so that I could pick up my mom. Really appreciated that! read more
=== Overall === Cute little place with surprisingly good food and very friendly service. === Food === I came to this place because their matcha looked really good in pictures, however the strawberry matcha I got was a little watery. Still much better than other places who claim they have matcha however - just not memorable. The butter uni udon however was really good and I would come back just for that - and it seems to come with a small salad as well which was nice. They also said if we had leftover sauce we could ask for rice to eat with it, which was really nice. Would recommend getting the udon. === Service === You have to be buzzed in due to the location but the people who work there are really friendly and attentive even if they're really busy. === Ambiance === It's a cute little place inside of a larger building. Not too much seating, I wouldn't recommend going as a large group. read more
Came on a Saturday afternoon and it was decently busy - but there was still enough seating. Got a matcha latte and a cheddar scone. The cheddar scone was decent but I think slightly over baked (maybe from the reheat). The matcha latte was very tasty, would get again! The mugs were also super cute. Will come back to try their brunch/lunch items. read more
2 months ago
there's something quietly magical about this little café, tucked into a heritage building at 425 carrall street, in between chinatown and gastown. sky high ceilings, crown moulding, wrought iron gate and a giant arched window flood the room with light, giving the space a grand yet approachable feel. modern sconces and patterned carpet warm it up, and the tables fill with people leaning in over conversations or tapping quietly away on laptops. the story behind the café makes it even more special. owners greg and bev set out to create a spot that blends coffee culture with creative, healthy, japanese inspired dishes and it shows in every detail. the menu goes well beyond your standard café fare, alongside espresso, americanos, teas, and a line up of creative drinks (the kind that practically beg for a return visit), they serve breakfast, sandwiches, rice bowls, and noodles. my order was the iced strawberry oat matcha latte, a showstopper in looks and taste: ruby red strawberry puree at the base, a slim layer of oat milk in the middle, and a deep crown of uji matcha on top. earthy, creamy, just sweet enough, refreshing without ever being overly sweet. next time, i've already got my eye on their omurice. finding the place feels like part of the adventure. not gonna lie, it's in a sketchier part of town, the code to get in is 8888 at the building directory, wait for the buzz, and step inside to discover this hidden gem. open tuesday to saturday, 8am to 3pm, this japanese inspired café is more than just a caffeine stop. it's a place where supporting local means something tangible, where the owner's vision comes to life, and where every visit feels like you've stumbled onto a secret worth keeping. read more
Came for their Light Up Chinatown special drink! Definitely overpriced but considering it's for a festival, it's ok. It was yummy, refreshing, and not too sweet. I wish that there was more sago in it. At the time when I came, the service was not great. The person at the front was very curt. The food and other items look good so I would come back in the future. read more
Small Japanese-inspired cafe - I'm not actually sure how exactly to describe it; I think the owners are Japanese, and the food is inspired by Japanese countryside cafes but also incorporates their own ideas. They sell coffee and tea, specializing in matcha, as well as light meals and some baked goods. The menu is vegetable-forward and health-conscious with seafood, vegetarian, and vegan options. You can also buy tins of matcha. You need to be buzzed in to enter the building. There's a sign posted at the door with the number to dial. I didn't have to announce myself or anything, they just let me in when I buzzed. I tried their vegan chick'n caesar sandwich, matcha coconut mochi, and the Koolfest iced sencha with kinome and guava. Really good all around. The sandwich had a slightly different flavour from the typical caesar I was expecting - more mustardy - but was very tasty. It was a little messy because there was so much stuffed into the sandwich. The matcha mochi (like a butter mochi) had a VERY satisfying texture, super soft with a little bit of a crisp surface. The drink was also really good. I really liked the real guava puree. The kinome flavour was unique but subtle. I found the environment here to be unpretentious and comfortable despite the neighbourhood. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the matcha they sell. I am definitely interested in coming back to try something with matcha. read more
1 year ago
came for Hot Chocolate Festival 2025. interesting location since it's in the lobby of a building (think hotel coffee shop) and need to be buzzed in to enter, which is nice considering the sketchiness of downtown. the small cafe was already packed, so we sat on one of the lobby sofas. we tried the white chocolate strawberry matcha latte which came with a boozy truffle. loved that they used mk matcha. it was creamy, earthy, and punchy from the strawberry. husband said truffle was good (didn't try since i was preggers). wouldn't come back for the vibes, but definitely want to try their food and other drinks next time! read more
Love this place. Since I found it last summer, this has been my go to place for a quick lunch and morning coffees. Really fresh ingredients, vegetarian and pescatarian options. I love their matcha, juices smoothies, dandan noodle bowls, and sable fish bowls. Bev and Greg are a pair of very cute couple who ran this place! Bev chats you up and makes you feel at home! The office building where this cafe is at allows dogs, so sometimes when I baby sat my friend's dogs, I bring them here to hang out in the building's couch area while enjoying my coffee! Such a treat for me and my friends! read more
2 years ago
This is a relatively hidden cafe in Vancouver. I is worth a visit with its delicious menu items and drinks. The cafe is run by a couple, with the mugs being handmade by them! The vegan dumplings were my favourite and would go back for it again! The Hojichai latte was a nice warm beverage. They also sell super cute merch at the store. There is limited seating inside, so it can very difficult with a group. Definitely a spot to catch up with a friend. read more
We went here for the Hot Chocolate Festival 2025. At first, we were a bit sceptical considering the location but it's actually located at the bottom of a secured building. You have to buzz in to enter. We tried the 'Penicillin for the Geisha' hot chocolate and their matcha latte. We both loved the drinks, the matcha latte was the best I ever tasted in the city and unlike other hot chocolate drinks in the city, this one is not overly sweet. Will come back again to try their food. read more
i highly recommend this cafe, i had a wholesome conversation with Bev one of the owners of aiyaohno cafe. she told me about what living in vancouver is like and her love for thrifting. the cafe is small with limited seating which i did not mind. i ordered the spicy albacore poke which was served with warm rice and savory chili oil. i also ordered their popular strawberry matcha latte which was divine !! it was creamy and wasn't too sweet. i also ordered their homemade matcha cookie which paired well with my drink. overall this is now my new favorite cafe, and i cannot wait to be back. read more
My first time visiting this spot since it used to be the Iktsu matcha/coffee stand! I'm glad that another kind and friendly couple has opened shop here. To get into the building, you have to wave to the owner through the takeout window and she has to come around and open the door for you. A bit inconvenient for everyone, but that's the building security. It's a cozy seating area with a few tables and couches. The cups they serve water/drinks in are so unique - I believe they are hand-built ceramics with interesting shapes! Not my favourite, but it gave a cool touch to the cafe. The smoked sockeye salmon sandwich was delicious! The lightly toasted milk bread was soft to bite into, with the smoky fish balanced with the vegetables. I'd like to try some of their other sandwiches! The miso sake glazed sablefish lunch combo was so tasty - the fish was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The purple rice was soft and fluffy - my friend and I even asked the owners what rice blend and rice cooker they use! The vegetable and salad mix was good too. I could have done with less rice and more fish to balance out the whole dish, as I felt the rice ratio was large. I can't wait to visit again and try their matcha latte! read more
Stopped by for a nice post-workout lunch. I got the roast miso sake sablefish ($18.50). Really enjoyed the fish over the bed of rice and the salad as well. Very well dressed. It's also hot chocolate festival -- so it was extra busy today for the first day! I got the plum wine hot chocolate and it comes with an amazingly delicious truffle. read more
This place was SO GOOD! The first time I tried it was a few months ago, I had their Sakura latte and the vegan BLT sandwich and I was in LOVE! There's something about the word "vegan" that intimates people and honestly I wasn't too keen about it too. But this place proved me wrong. I went again last month and I ordered the sesame dan dan ramen! Boy was that ever delicious!! I also ordered the hojicha latte. Yummy!! Also, the owners are super friendly and helpful. Feel free to ask them any questions about their food, they are very easy to talk to! :) read more
First time checking out Aiyaohno Cafe. The entrance door is locked on the weekend so just wait for someone to let you in. Shared an obaachan's plum wine stash ($8.75), matcha kinako soybean walnut powder cookie ($4.50), creamy shiso pesto udon ($14.50) and roast miso sake sablefish ($18.50). The hot chocolate special was rich but not too sweet, with a subtle sour end note. The matcha kinako cookie was fantastic (great chew, nutty). Miso cod was incredibly tender. Pesto udon special was an interesting fusion dish with plenty of vegetables. Will come back soon try more things. read more
2 years ago
Located in the old Iktsuarpok Coffee Stand, they also have a storefront with a small seating area. The couple behind the counter are just as friendly and serve a variety of drinks and food. We got a flat white as well as one of their special summer drinks - ume matcha tonic which reminded me of their take on an espresso tonic. I quite enjoyed their flat white and would definitely recommend this place when in the area amongst tough competition with other outstanding coffee spots and cafes in the area. read more
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3 years ago
Aiyaohno is not your ordinary cafe but also offers catering. This little jewel is also known for it's vegetarian & vegan options, vegan dumplings & rice bowls. I used them for a business catering event for 40 people & they did not disappoint. The husband/wife team met my specific request in making square & circled shaped canapés - Sq. Watermelon with Balsamic vinegar, Round Cucumber/Feta, Round Raspberry Cheesecake & Brownie squares. I highly recommend them for your catering option. read more
Incredibly thoughtful and full-of-character cafe with a great menu that caters to all dietary desires! The cherry on top of the delicious hot chocolate I had was the amazing handmade mug and bowl it and the side dish were served in - made by one half of the couple who runs the cafe! Highly recommend visiting and supporting them - just be sure to check their unusual hours before doing so! read more
4 years ago
Came by for the hot chocolate festival to try their ume and whiskey inspired hot chocolates. Both were very rich but not sweet. I wish I could detect the ume and whiskey notes more in each of the hot chocolates though. read more
Very tasty, rather inauthentic vegan ramen great for a lunch-time option in this area (closed for dinner). Located in a very rough part of town, it's not so pleasant walking here. The cafe is located in a big, old heritage building with other offices, and you need to be let in, as the main door is kept locked (a good idea here). The cafe is tiny and there are a handful of casual tables. I got the Sesame Chili Tan Tan Ramen ($14.50 plus tax; vegan), which came out in under 10 minutes. It's served in a wide bowl, unlike most ramens, and with a not ideal recyclable spoon that isn't great for broth. Nevertheless, the actual dish is excellent: you get a nice portion of kale noodles and all sorts of veggies (spinach, cooked Chinese greens, pickled veggies, cucumber, a few slices of carrot, and some salad leaves. The broth is rich, sesame-y, and savoury, but not spicy at all, with a really nice flavour complexity. Really quite an impressive dish in a city with now tons of vegan ramen options. The service was unfailingly kind and eager to find any way to improve what they do. If you find yourself in this area for lunch, I'd recommend checking them out. read more
2 years ago
Delicious coffee, one of the best my girlfriend and I had in Vancouver. Worth a visit, but on the rougher part of town. read more
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4 years ago
Aiyaohno is a gem in Gastown with lots of vegan options. I ordered the vegan Beet LT and a special hot chocolate with Japanese whiskey. The sesame milk for the chocolate was a free upgrade. The owners are very sweet and friendly. Highly recommended! read more
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425 Carrall Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 6E3
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Downtown Eastside
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