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    Cafe & Life Co.

    4.5 (20 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Hot coffee, cheesecake brownie, chocolate croissant, matcha latte
    Bea F.

    Secret neighborhood joint tucked away just off of Cambie. I live a couple of blocks away, so I've had the pleasure of visiting many times and am finally reviewing. Their drink menu is extensive, with lots of fun Asian inspired options ranging from matcha, oolong, yuzu, Jasmine, etc. I love the creative combinations of flavors, even though I tend to stick with a simple matcha. Their pastries/snacks are also very delicious, with a mix of sweet and savory options. A little on the pricey side, but service is always extremely friendly and the ambiance is peaceful. I definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    Ly W.

    This restaurant was busy during the weekend lunch with the crowd growing as we left. The service format is similar to Big Way. You're seated with a number and you order at the counter, and the server brings the food to you. There is also a self-serve water and utensil station. The counter would be fantastic for drinks but the table was way too high for us to enjoy our meals sitting there. The miso uni pasta had a nice uni flavour that wasn't too overpowering, but the dish was too salty. The tuna tataki benny had a nice light soy flavour though the tuna could've been trimmed more carefully. I was expecting a light sear of the tuna but they were served raw. The poached eggs were well done. The warm bread pudding was our favourite - perfectly sweet and not too heavy. Prices were reasonable, but the dessert outshined the savoury brunch dishes. The restaurant is bright and clean. Overall, it was a decent experience. Not my favourite brunch joint but I'd be interested in coming back for dinner. Paid street parking available.

    Interior
    Aerica W.

    Cozy and aesthetic interior, with a plant theme. Paid meter parking around the block. Osmanthus Oolong $5.25: very normal/mediocre, nothing much to say about it. Yuzu Matcha $5.75: Not a fan of this at all...there's huge glob of yuzu at the bottom that was very sweet. Doesn't work well with the matcha drink on top. Maybe I should've tried their coffee instead... Tiramisu $7+: Pretty tasy! It was soft with a good ratio of cream to cake. Not dry.

    a variety of breakfast items
    Nicole L.

    The next time you are around the Cambie-Fairview area don't forget to take time and stop at @cafeandlifeco. It's great for a light meal and coffee break Highlights include their freshly made Belgium waffles, we had their fruit yogurt waffle which was light and refreshing! Along with a killer duck breast croissant (juicy filling and crispy pastry) and a matcha brownie, your couples date is set. Don't forget the beverages, and their yuzu tea and cortado makes for that nice relaxing moment you need in your day

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    Stephanie M.

    We ordered the latte, iced uji matcha espresso, mango sago tiramisu. The service was super friendly and nice. The latte was definitely one of the best beans we've had. Not overly sour, very dark and strong notes. The iced uji matcha espresso was very strong and well balanced between matcha and espresso. The mango sago tiramisu was not too sweet. It had lots of mango in it but I felt like it could have used more sago. It didn't really remind me of a tiramisu but more of a mango cake you would get from a Chinese bakery. Overall would recommend this place for coffee and to hangout as the seats are very comfortable. They don't have a lot of seating inside but they have a patio outside which is nice. I would come back to try their other baked goods as they have croissants, cookies and canales

    Cheese and Ham croissant, Ice Latte and Coffee
    Asad B.

    Stopped by this cute cafe in the Cambie area this afternoon and had a wonderful experience. We got a the ham and cheese croissant which hit the spot. Croissant was flaky and delicious and had a good ham to cheese ratio. The ice late was tasted great as well. I got a small size and was pleasantly surprised at the portion. A lot of cafes tend to drown the iced latte with a ton of ice, the ratio here was perfect. They also had a bunch of pastries and speciality yuzu drinks which looked great. Will make another visit to try them out. Service was great and the ambience was cozy, great spot to relax and sip on a coffee!

    Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Matcha Brownie, Roasted Sweet Potato Latte
    Dana S.

    Such cute and cozy little place, total hidden gem! The place was spotless, and the staff was so nice and made me feel at home. They had a small selection of croissant sandwiches, lots of desserts, and a drink menu with lots of cool specialty drinks. It looked like they don't have any vegan food, but there are nondairy milks available. I had an egg salad croissant sandwich, a matcha brownie, and a roasted sweet potato latte (seasonal). The food all looked very pretty and was as tasty as it looked. The egg salad was really tasty, a little tangy the way I like, and the croissant tasted very fresh, with a flaky exterior and soft, buttery interior. The matcha flavour of the brownie was very strong and it tasted like the matcha was of high quality, so it wasn't harshly bitter. The melty white chocolate chips were so nice. The roasted sweet potato latte was also fantastic - the sweet potato flavour was natural and not very sweet at all which I liked! The espresso also had a nice smooth taste. I liked the slightly thicker texture of this drink. I got the feeling that everything was made with love, it was a very nice experience all around.

    Earl gray oat misto
    Kay F.

    What a cute little gem of a cafe in Vancouver. I got the earl gray oat misto as they had run out of the oolong oat misto and I have to admit it had a unique flavour that I quite enjoyed. It was nice to have some nice tea selections on the menu with very friendly staff behind the counter. Will have to come back again!

    Great look and feel.

    Chocolate croissant was fantastic. Croissant sandwich was really good. Service was quick and music was great. No idea why it is not busy or more expensive lol great spot.

    Tiramisu, yuzu oolong, matcha espresso
    Terisa D.

    Cozy cafe with the friendliest staff! Specializing in a variety of unique tiramisu flavors, cafe & life co. had a wide selection of never before seen slices like mixed berry, mango sago and pineapple! The tiramisu are very light in flavor, which is different from the traditional tiramisu, but might be preferable for others. I personally like my tiramisu spongier and stronger in cheesiness and taste, so it wasn't my favorite. They roast their own coffee beans which was absolutely delicious. Smooth, chocolatey and bold - their beans are definitely worthwhile. The staff was super friendly and very accommodating. The space has a nice vibe to it and very aesthetic to the eye with plants aroijd the entire cafe. It's a great spot to work or study!

    Drink menu
    Tina C.

    New cafe just soft opening today on West 7th Ave, behind the Whole Foods Market. The cafe shop is small but has a warm welcoming interior decor. We had got a 12 oz latte and an Americano. The latte is very smooth and sweet with the right temperature. Their coffee has a fruity sweet and sour taste that balanced well with the bitterness. The owner is very friendly and also gives us some eclair to try. We got a passion fruit flavor and chocolate flavor eclair. Both flavors are devine. The outer shells are remained it's crisp and the filling cream is cold with right amount of sweetness. It is surprisingly good. We will definitely come back if we happen to be in the area.

    Lemon tiramisu.  Matcha tiramisu.

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    What a calming cafe oasis this is - highly recommend this beautiful place. Such nice people too!

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    Nemesis Coffee - Banana Danish and pear Cruffin

    Nemesis Coffee

    4.4(397 reviews)
    2.0 kmDowntown
    $$

    THEIR BFAST SANDWICH!!!!!…read more Mortadella supreme 10/10 - favorite cheesy, savory, eggy perfection - croissant was also perfect flakiness - sauce is immaculate - TikTok did not lie about this one Bodega 8/10 - potato bread was thicccc, not rly my fav - okay sandwich, nothing too special in terms of flavor but it's solid - sandwich fell apart super fast, sauce was okay with this combo - still good tho Hojicha latte 6/10 - not much hojicha flavor, very milky - not rly sweet at all I wish I could've asked for more sugar Matcha latte 7/10 - matcha quality is meh - very milk forward as well - not rly sweet also but was okay in this drink versus the hojicha Overall, service was immaculate. 10/10 the cashier was so nice and was so patient. We got our food to go but we were waiting for our uber for a long time so we ate in the store. She noticed that and gave us napkins. I felt so bad we should've just ate there at that point but they didn't make us feel unwelcome at all. Our uber came after we ate everything :( the vibes inside this coffee shop is perfect for a cute lil coffee date or friendly catch up but def not a study/work here type of coffee shop. Would come back!! Maybe to try their coffees instead. That was my fault.

    This place is definitely worth the hype! There's a line out the door but it moves pretty quickly…read more You order at the counter and they will seat you at a table. Everything that we had was delicious, drinks included. Food/drink review: Ube matcha: (4/5) Delicious flavor, it comes sweetened and has great balance. Iced matcha: (4/5) Pretty decent flavor, it's unsweetened but had good flavor with the syrup that was added. Breakfast sandwich: (5/5) OMG. It was delicious. The texture, the flavor, everything was perfect. The egg was cooked to perfection. Rice pudding cruffin: (4/5) Delicious texture, moist and flavorful in the inside. Pistachio: (5/5) Best pistachio pastry I've ever had. I could eat these all day. They are rich in flavor but delicious!

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    Nemesis Coffee - Nemesis on a monday, five minutes to closing

    Nemesis on a monday, five minutes to closing

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    Mortadella (so good)

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    Maxine's Cafe & Bar - Meatballs

    Maxine's Cafe & Bar

    4.3(158 reviews)
    1.8 kmDowntown, West End
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    It's busy for lunch. You can call and put your name down…read more Street parking if you can get one but it's mainly the locals that come here. This quaint little cafe is perfect for a catch up with friends. Good menu for brunch and have GF options too.

    We had a private event party held here. The food was spectacular but I felt that this cafe & Bar is…read morenot suitable to host a party for over 100 guests. One thing noticeable about this restaurant is the lacking of plates. They used majority of their plates to serve the food on. However the food were served as finger foods and we were expected to hold our food in our hand. Somewhat strange. They also ran out of glasses during the party. The bartender couldn't even keep up with our drinks. Anyways other than the above. The event was a great event. I got the opportunity to try all four of their mocktails: - Blueberry Basil Lemonade - Mango Lavender Lemonade - Minty-Berry Sour - Pear Lavender Sour All their drinks were very fancy prepared and my favorite are the Minty-Berry Sour and the Blueberry Basil Lemonade. I also found that there is some inconsistency in the glass they serve it out of. The food was delicious as mentioned before. My favorite out of their finger foods were the grill cheese brisket. OMG that was really good. The other memorable items are the porkbelly and fried chicken. I think the fried chicken is one of their popular items on the menu served during brunch. The cheesecake at the end I got was very soft but flavorful. The cheeseburger slider was really good too. Overall I really enjoyed the food. The atmosphere and decor of the place was nice. The restaurant is very small. Because we were over 100 people, there was a wait for the 3 stalls in the bathroom. There was not enough tables and chairs for everyone to sit. I think the restaurant can comfortably maybe accommodate around 40 or 50 guests max. I will definitely be back again someday to try their brunch menu.

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    Maxine's Cafe & Bar - Interior

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    Chili honey fried chicken

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    Angus T - Inside of pistachio

    Angus T

    4.3(124 reviews)
    1.2 kmYaletown, Downtown
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    Grand opening on Valentines Day at the new River District location where they had a promotion of…read more20% off for the day. My boyfriend lined up at 9:30am for a 10am opening and there were already 25 people ahead of him. By the time the store opened, the line was over two blocks long. I heard the line up was up to 2 hours long later that day so to say that Angus T is a hit is a bit of an understatement. This is a cute location where the emphasis is on sweet and savoury croissants but they offer Danish, cinnamon buns, tea, and coffee options. We ordered the limited offering of the strawberry creme croissant plus got a regular croissant, onion jam & bacon, pistachio & raspberry, and ham & cheese. All of these croissants were DELICIOUS and the regular croissant brings me memories of Paris! Yes, they are pricey but at around $1.50 to $2.50 more than a croissant from Starbucks a block away, it is well worth it as a treat. I look forward to tasting more flavours and taking friends here to catch up over a delicious croissant and hot cup of tea. The River District neighbourhood needed a cute café like this and so glad they are finally open. Pro tip: if enjoying the treats at home, reheat the croissants in low heat. They taste better warm!

    If you're into croissants with unique flavors, this is definitely the place to go. This cozy…read moreYaletown spot offers a wide variety and seems to be well known for its creative selection. They also have solid coffee options. The service is decent, and the ambiance is pleasant--making it a nice spot to sit down and get some studying done. I tried the blueberry croissant and it was amazing. Highly recommend

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    Angus T - Clockwise, Suisse, Twice Baked Almond, Plain, Pistachio Raspberry, Balsamic Onion Jam & Bacon.

    Clockwise, Suisse, Twice Baked Almond, Plain, Pistachio Raspberry, Balsamic Onion Jam & Bacon.

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    Bahar Cafe - Tres Leche cake

    Bahar Cafe

    4.8(41 reviews)
    1.7 kmDowntown, Granville Entertainment District

    First of all, I love their coffee. I was not familiar with Turkish coffee until I found this place,…read moreand the coffee stands out for being rich and smoky. Also, they always give you a little coconut treat along with your drink, which I have always found to be a nice touch. The baristas are always so nice and welcoming, and I think they're actually Turkish as well. Also, the inside of the shop is so cute, lots of plants and sunlight. Honestly, this is one of my favorite coffee shops in Vancouver, there's something about the vibe here and the coffee that just brings me a lot of joy. I haven't really tried their pastries yet but I am looking forward to do so when I have a sweet tooth! Because of how this place makes me feel and the quality of the coffee, this deserves 5 stars for me.

    We visited Bahar Cafe on Boxing Day around noon. It was busy, and many of the baked goods had…read morealready sold out. The service was wonderful--friendly and patient while we decided. The cafe is cute and clean, with a surprising amount of seating for a small space. We ordered a Pistachio Croissant and a Pain au Chocolate. The Pistachio Croissant was the better of the two. A delicious, crispy top, though I would have loved a bit more filling inside. The Pain au Chocolate was solid but standard--exactly what you'd expect, but nothing extraordinary. They also have a lot of other desserts and savory sandwiches. They might be great, but we didn't get to try them this time.

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    Bahar Cafe - Honey cake

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    Bahar Cafe - Iced Americanos with complimentary cookies - so good! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

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    Iced Americanos with complimentary cookies - so good! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

    Outbound Station - The Outbound

    Outbound Station

    4.0(25 reviews)
    40.0 km

    Seen the burger sign and knew we needed to stop here after leaving Whistler. You just order at the…read morewindow, there's a lot of outdoor bench seating. There's also a coffee place next door. We got the 10+ in January because we love a cheeseburger with fried jalepenos. Kids got the OG classic cheeseburger. Burgers were good and cheesy. Tasted super fresh. Beef is pasture raised without antibiotics. Fries were nicely salted and crispy. We'd probably come back here again and get the double cheeseburger as the patties were a little thin.

    Finally made a pit stop at Outbound Station on my way up to Whistler, and I now understand the good…read morefeedback for this cafe! The outdoor seating area up top alone is worth the quick stop, with mountain and water views making it feel like a mini-destination than just another roadside café. The latte was good, and it's nice that the shop also has merch available for those who are interested. Their burgers looked interesting and I'll be sure to try that next time! The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, with plenty of tables ideal for stretching your legs and enjoying the view. I came in the middle of a Thursday afternoon and there were no crowds, so service was fast. I believe there are gluten-free and vegan options as well. Definitely worth pulling over for a quick bite/refreshment!

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    Outbound Station - Ice cream from the cafe. FYI seating is outside with fantastic views!

    Ice cream from the cafe. FYI seating is outside with fantastic views!

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