A friend invited us to Finch's Market, and at first we were a bit apprehensive since the place doesn't look very appealing online and the parking was pretty bad. Once we stepped inside, our experience completely changed. The space is actually very cute and welcoming. The coffee was very good, and the food was fantastic. We tried the latte and the pear prosciutto with balsamic -- everything was delicious. Great service as well. Definitely a must-try, and we would absolutely come back. read more

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Fast service Kind staff, nice atmosphere and delicious sandwiches. Will definitely be back for more. read more

Finch's Market - Fantastic croissant & delicious avocado sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Cool neighbourhood cafe with a charming vintage aesthetic. I liked taking in all the little details like the stepladder and lamps on some of the tables. The barista that helped me was friendly and patient. Lots of variety in the sandwich department, including many vegetarian options and one vegan sandwich, with a few more vegan (and some non-vegan) options to be found in the other areas of the menu like salad and soups. Great selection of loose leaf tea. Slim pickings for pastries when I showed up around 2. I got a brie & olive sandwich, a chocolate chip cookie (the last one), and a darjeeling tea. The sandwich was very simple - just brie, olives, and lots of black pepper - but it was fantastic! The baguette was very soft and tender, and just the right amount of crusty. The creamy brie and briny olives were a delightful pairing. Simple is best sometimes. The cookie was good, also very soft, with a little bit of a buttery flavour. A little cakey, but that's not a bad thing. Nice tea too, a nice pairing with the cookie. I like that the mesh steeper they used covered the top of the mug to keep the tea hot while steeping, and they provided a small plate to remove the tea leaves when it was steeped to my liking. The vibe would have been immaculate, except one of the baristas decided that they needed to play club music, loudly, when it was their turn on the aux. Aggressive bass and airhorns. At first I thought they were just having a laugh playing one song but it kept going. It was weird and made me not want to stick around because it was so incongruous with the neighbourhood coffee shop atmosphere. read more

Finch's Market - Brie & olive sandwich, chocolate chip cookie, "Oh My Darjeeling" tea - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Sandwiches were fine. Cookie and ambiance were good. Asked for a tea recommendation and the man behind the counter said "Do I look like I drink tea?" Expensive for what it was. Wouldn't return read more

Finch's Market - Black tea, espresso, oatmeal raisin chocolate chip cookie, prosciutto sandwich, continental sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Lovely cute spot, but the staff needs to recognize that this is a workplace not a place to loudly chat amongst themselves. Didn't mommy tell you about indoor voices? read more

This is such a cute little cafe!! Decorated in old vintage wood and accessories serving up all sorts of yummy sandwiches salads and coffees. Would definitely recommend! They also wrap everything to go in paper/cardboard and twine which is so cute. read more

Finch's Market - To go house salad - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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This is a great hidden gem located near Chinatown, with delicious sandwiches. The servings are huge so it's great value for your money. There is a good variety of sandwiches so something for everybody! read more

Wonderful cute ambiance! 4/5 stars because they were out of baguettes and did not have soup. Nonetheless the service was amazing and food was delicious. The tea was pretty good too! read more

If I could give half stars, I would give this place 3.5 stars. I had their well known baguette pear sandwich (pear, prosciutto, blue Brie, toasted walnuts, EVOO, balsamic vinegar). I give them props for the pairing of ingredients. However, I was unimpressed with the bread. I had the multi grain baguette and I found the bread poor quality (something you would find at a discounted store such as no frills, Walmart). The bread wasn't stale by any means but I believe this sandwich would taste much better if the baguette had more of crust-like texture. I found the portion of the prosciutto and cheese was generous. The sandwich needed more sauce-I appreciated the drizzle of balsamic vinegar (either more is needed or even a drizzle of honey would have made the sandwich). So if the bread was better and a little bit more sauce, I would give this sandwich a solid 4. In terms of ambiance, this place is located in a quiet neighborhood. It has a cozy, friendly neighborhood vibe. I don't think I'll be coming back anytime soon based purely on taste. Although the ingredients are fresh and simple, I feel like this sandwich can be easily recreated at home-I prefer to go to places which are harder for me to recreate. read more

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Pear, walnut, and prosciutto sandwich. Noms. The meat was some of the best I've had in a long time - the flavor and texture were on point - and everything was super fresh... Only thing that would have made it better was if the bread is toasted. The space and atmosphere feels Portlandesque as well, which was kind of a fun vibe. Both my friend and I weren't too big on the iced coffee drinks we got, but the servers were more than accomodating and willing to remake the drink - even though it was after closing time. Appreciated that! read more

Finch's Market - Proscuitto, walnut, brie and pear sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Sandwiches unlike any other! I highly recommend the Blue Brie with Braised Pear and Prosciutto Sandwich. My colleagues and I all ordered this sandwich for lunch. It appeals to every pallet. For takeout it comes with oil and vinegar to drizzle overtop. Trust me, you'll love it and come back here and thank me for recommending it! read more

Finch's Market - Prosciutto and Blue Brie with Braised Pear Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great food and friendly baristas! The location was easy to find and the cafe had a cool atmosphere. Really enjoyed my time there with my friends. read more

Just dropping this photo here of their beautiful avo toast. This Finch's location is in Chinatown and a beautiful place to find fresh honey, coffee, delicious sandwiches, soup, and cozy up with a book. read more

Finch's Market - Avocado toast with salt and pepper - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I wish this place was at the corner of my neighbourhood! Combining my top 3 favourite foods- pear, prosciutto, and brie with a side of "perfectly pear" tea, what could be a more blissfully delicious lunch. Either siting by the window provides ample light for perusing passers by, or the bar stools for candid conversations and french style comaraderie. As the assortment of start up businesses mixed with fresh local produce and neighbouly corner cafes continue to pop up, I predict the hidden gem that is Vancouver's historic Strathcona community will shine brightly in the coming years. read more

Finch's Market - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I have a love hate relationship with this place. I love that its SO incredibly delicious and insanely close to my work but I hate it for the very same reasons. Every weekday I am tempted by Finch's. I go to work dreaming about Pear & Prosciutto! Those brown paper packages tied up with string, these are a few of my favourite things! (Lol!) The "market" part of this place is pretty neat. I've bought a few things (quinoa, barley, yogurt-it's in the fridge!) and I like it because I can keep and re-use the mason jars. They've also started making their own lemonade. I've yet to try them but they seem pretty good (although pricey). I think it's just for the summer though. Their hazelnut lattes are also pretty darn amazing. They do have this funky looking ol' school espresso machine. It sort of looks like an overly tanned R2D2. No joke. I have photographic evidence. read more

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I am in love with places that are nestled into a neighbourhood, and not part of a big strip of only commercial fronts. For Vancouver, it is increasingly rare to find these gems (Le Marche, Doc Lunch, Wilder Snail, Union Food Market, The Mighty Oak, Arbutus Coffee, and to some extent Adesso Bistro) This one utilizes a building that was known to me but had not been accessible to the public for decades. Inside it is old, original wood and has the look of what I imagine original Strathcona business in this space probably looked like. As for food,. if you know Finch's on Pender, this place is the same and offers superior sandwiches and salads, and limited breakfasts (all very good). The signature dish is the pear sandwich,.. a must have, and the avocado/walnut salad. Sure each item is around $10 but this is made of high quality ingredients by skilled people. This location also has a hipster style curated groceteria (canned and jarred stuff), but you can also get butter, eggs, veggies, and milk. Eating here is part meal,.. part submersion in true Strathcona neighbourhood vibe. Enjoy it, but don't tell too many people. (1 block from bike path, good bike rack location viewable right out the window) read more

Amazing sandwiches and espressos at an awesome location. Very secret in the middle of the residential area of Strathcona. Also has its own little market. I've even bought small amounts of vegetables that they didn't even had at the front of the shop where they grabbed me from the back because I needed it! I've seen them leaving pieces of bread after they close at the door, for the homeless. Amazing group of people run and work there. Lovely hipster decor and cool books and fresh flowers plus the amazing sandwiches. The only problem is that they close at 4 which makes it hard for me to go there days that I'm working. Other than that, amazing spot! read more

A favorite secret place. I almost don't want to review because I don't want it to change. Fabulous sandwichs and the building is beautiful. A delight. read more

A stroll back into Vancouvers history here with Finch's second location - a corner cafe grocer. Located in the 660 Jackson red brick 1910 apt. building, with gorgeous old wood fashioned into a long cafe bar, the space is warm and cozy with original brick walls and reclaimed wood throughout. Their house coffee beans are roasted to satisfy the mature Vancouver coffee crowd, plus a simple baguettes, salad & soup menu typical of Finch's, as well as specialty groceries items. They have spent months renovating this old space, and have turned out a gem. Large street window lunches giveaways for Strathcona street watching. read more

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This is a terrible little piece of hipster hell where one is unable to buy an actual coffee, only overpriced "speciality" coffee which lacks caffeine, body, and flavor. You can also purchase a random assortment of groceries, as the pretense of this place is that it is like an old fashioned general store, because the homesteading pioneers had quite a taste for Martinellis, San Pelligrino and canned tomatoes. Also for your reading pleasure, an assortment of torn up Golden Books, so you can revisit your childhood...nope...just kidding...you can't, because some hipster offspring has torn out the majority of the pages. Soft jazz music acoutics - because you know - it's cool. read more

Finch's Market - Fine literature - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

It is hard to balance "chic" and "comfortable." Le Marche St George does it perfectly. FInch's comes close, but falls on the Chic side. Not that I mind, especially if I'm just coming in for a quick sandwich (quite good, and delicious to behold) or americano. The decor is a throwback to a more simple time, with no hint of hipsterite irony. I enjoy my visits, but I wouldn't spend a few hours here - the seating is scarce, not terribly comfortable, and somewhat awkwardly positioned. It is worth a visit just to saddle up to the exquisite barstools...but they're immovably attached to the floor, so if you're of above-average height, expect to have your knees jammed against the bar. Finch's embodies the changes happening in Strathcona: Run-down houses and businesses are being remade with a strong aesthetic respect for the past. The question is whether they can maintain the sense of neighbourly and "lived in" comfort. In short, this is more of a cafe than a restaurant, and one worth visiting. read more

Cute little coffee shop that I stop into when working around in the area, one of the main reasons why I stop here is the décor and the super friendly staff. Been here twice and I finally mustered up the time to order the signature pear & prosciutto sandwich and I wasn't really overly impressed. The bread, walnuts, pears, and cheese were superb but the prosciutto combined with the other ingredients made the sandwich into a fatty, meat ball which turned me off of eating the rest of the sandwich.. Quality ingredients yes but the fat made it not pleasant. The cookies they make are definatley worth the trip out though read more

Bad day + Finch's Market + pear sandwich + chocolate chip cookie + coffee + smile from barista + watching the world go by while snacking and sipping in this beautiful space=suddenly the day doesn't seem so bad. This is my favourite coffee shop. It feels like it is on a Gulf Island back in time. If I lived around the corner, it would be dangerous. read more

It's easy to be smitten with this sibling of the popular Finch's in Gastown. The shop is charming in every way and the coffee is really, really good. It's a market and a cafe, but be warned, it's closed on Sundays. read more

Finch's Market - Seriously, who could resist this charm and quality? - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came to this lovely cafe by accident. This is the cafe I wish away from my place with walking distance. Nice coffee from old-fashion Italian coffee maker. Not to mention the delicious ice lemonade in the sweating summer time! read more

Finch's Market - Icy lemonade and cucumber water - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I love the coffe and the cookies, definetely i will come back and eat again there!!! Super warm place and comfortable!

I've been a couple of times before and had delicious sandwiches but today my friend and I both ordered the soup of the day, and it was a very watery tomato broth with nearly raw onion bits floating in it. It was supposed to include garbanzo beans. Mine had TWO and my friend's had none. I guess I got hers. Anyway, we were both disappointed! I'll probably go back for the sandwiches, but Meh or even Meh-minus to the soup. read more

I used to love this place but the sandwiches are not the same quality they used to be. Came by for lunch and had the applewood smoked cheddar sandwich and for that price, I got a tiny bit of cheese, cucumber and lettuce. This sandwich used to be a generous size and portion but it's def not worth it anymore. The other sandwiches with meat were similarly priced and a better deal. Prob would not go again. read more

I love Finch's for it's atmosphere, cuteness and wonderful sandwiches and tea. The coffee, however, needs improvement. They recently got a new espresso machine that looks wonderful but the coffee is just bad. I was there today and ordered a flat white. The woman did not know what it was - turns out it was her first day - but the woman supervising her also had no idea what a flat white was. I knew it wasn't going to be a great coffee and it wasn't. It was devoid of flavour. I also have tried their soup and it is simply awful, as described by another reviewer - thin and tasteless. How difficult is it to make good soup? I would also love to see more baking options to go with their tea (and coffee). Right now your only option is a large cookie. It would be great if they served macaroons or small biscotti. read more

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and a good tea selection. I didn't try the food but it looks great. It's a great place to study in a quaint neighborhood read more

Kinda the best sammies ever.. They be throwing walnuts on mine! And the soup rules for dipping. Cute staff and a really fresh country atmosphere.... cheap nuts... read more

Everything here is really pretty and perfect for your hipster instagramming, but overpriced and uninspiring. My salad was good - in that I enjoyed the individual components like walnuts and avocado - but I could barely taste the dressing, and it didn't come together very well. I haven't been to the other Finch's, but I don't feel the overwhelming urge to, after trying the food here. read more

Finch's Market - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I've been here more than a few times in the last couple of months because my coworker at the office got me hooked up on their coffee, cookies and soup. Yummy. Their soup here are different on a daily bases. I've had their tomato veggie and mushroom and basil before. Both were really good. There were a lot of stuffing in my soup. All veggies that they use in the soup are organic and you have to have the soup with a baguette. Their coffee is pretty strong for me. But I love how one of the ladies that work there can make really nice foam for my vanilla latte. (They also use this very cool looking machine). Even a small cup of latte which is like 12 oz, there's like 2 shots in it. I tend to tell them I want more milk and more vanilla or else I will go bouncing off walls at the office. Their chocolate chip cookie is what I always get. Even when I buy it in the afternoon, the chocolate in the middle are still very melty and cookies are like 2.25 which is average price. They also have the oatmeal, raisin and chocolate cookie. (Just writing up this review makes me want to get a cookie now). The only downside to this place is it's really stuffy if you plan on eating in. (I usually do take out cause my office is close by). When it's busy (like 3-4 people ahead of you) your wait time can be 10-15 mins if u get a sandwich or coffee. I also tried their sparkling homemade lemonade before too. It was way too sour for me. They have the concentration made in a jar with pulp and they pour like half of it over ice and they add sparkling water. It was still way too strong for me. I made mine into two drinks lol. Anyhow, I would still go to this coffee shop as long as it's still open. read more

Slowest service you'll ever recieve. Unless you enjoy being slowly served by unenthusiastic hipster millennials then this probably isn't for you. Sandwiches are decent but you literally need well over an hour to spare if you want one. Or you can over pay for cheap bulk items packaged in mason jars for 5 times what they're worth read more

Good food, neat decor.... but overpriced. Yes, Strathcona has become gentrified but it's still made up of mostly regular working class types who won't be eager to spend roughly $10 on a sandwich, (add a soup and drink and you're looking at close to $20). It's nice to see places like this popping up in the area but I think it needs to be more affordable if they hope to last. I'll be sticking to Benny's for sandwiches (right around the corner, been in the hood forever, great sandwiches, lower price, very nice people). read more

One of my go to place for lunch. It's in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood. Nice relaxed decor, shareable tables and high shelves with wooden sliding ladder, makes me want to climb up before my sandwich arrives everytime. Food is simple and surfficient. Hard to get a table whenever we come in a larger group. read more

Finch's is the best sandwhich place ever! They have the best proscuitto sandwhiches with potatoe leak soup and chocolate chips! Its so calm in there. I love it! read more

I love love love finchs. My staple is the prosciutto salad. The food is simple and so good. The location is hidden which makes it special, and super quaint. This is a destination lunch spot during the week, without a doubt. read more

What a great find. This shoud be a destination cafe for all who visit or live in Vancouver. I work right around the corner. Here is the ultimate quaint cafe in a lovely quiet Strathcona neighbourhood. I am a sucker for all wood interior design. The staff are extremely friendly and will provide whatever you wish. The food is always healthy and presented in an artistic manner. I will continue to return to this laid back jewel in Vancouver. Say hello to approachable Cheryl,the owner.. read more

Finch's Market - The counter. - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great place to get good quality food. Prices are right for the quality. Community and single tables are comfortable. It's a bit short staff at busy time so bus your own table. read more