Due to work I sometimes get lucky to come to this place, and just know this, it is in Edgemont…read moreVillage, close to two other coffee shops, those one's don't even come close to being busy compared to this place... why is that... well when you go inside you will know. The abundance of different, interesting pastries is what makes this place stand out in this little community. I remember my first time coming here, I had no idea what to get, did not read up on anything about this place, just was waiting for a co-worker who wanted to meet up for coffee at the place next door, and I decided let's go to this place instead, and wanted a little snack, and had their apple & cheese muffin (yes.. this odd combo) and it was history.... now everytime I go here I seldom leave with this item with my coffee. If you are wanting other things this place does have it, from cookies to croissants to a wide arrangement of baked goods, this place will make your taste buds happy. Also if you want to know they serve Illy coffee. It maybe the smaller coffee shop in the area, but it is the better coffee shop in the area too, it is small and cozy and a good place to just sit down and chill. So if you are in Edgemont village make a stop here, and if you have been to the other Bjornbar in Burquitlam, this is the better one!

I enjoyed an excellent americano here, and my husband liked his cappuccino. Super friendly service…read morefrom the young ladies behind the counter. Everything in the case looked delectable, but we decided upon a large peanut butter-caramel cookie that was still warm from the oven -- and was it ever good. It was made even better with a light sprinkle from the salt shaker. We also shared a Black Forest bar with frosting that tasted a bit refrigeratory; the chocolate sponge cake layers were dry but the cherry filling was tart-sweet and delicious. The patio provided a relaxing space to sit, sip and snack as we watched the denizens of this lovely neighborhood stroll by.

Stopped by for an afternoon cold iced tea since it was hot and sunny out. Staff were friendly, made…read moredrinks quickly, and there were plenty of clean tables to sit.

Needed a coffee to start the day so came into Starbucks. Staff was friendly and helpful and got us…read moreon our way quickly. House coffee really hit the spot. Now I can begin my day. Oh and a souvenir mug with that please.

We stopped by this café for some treats and coffee while we were in the area, and were pleasantly…read moresurprised by how cute the ambience is. We ordered a cortado, a canelé, and their financiers. The pastries were actually sooo good. The canelé had a nice crispy exterior and wasn't too sweet. I'd definitely come back to get that again and to try their other pastries.

Love this little French vibe cafe! Especially sitting close to the window and feel the sunshine in…read morethe late afternoon. It wasn't busy in the Friday afternoon, good for chat and work! Honjicha latte i had was very good, asked for half sweet, taste was rich!

My friends and I stopped by Barrio Coffee after doing the grouse grind. I skipped my morning…read morecoffee, so I was in a dire need for caffeine. The latte was good. It just took a long time for them to get to my order. There were only one or two people ahead of me, but I guess this is the pace they go with. I was in no rush so it was fine.

A hidden gem of a cafe in North Vancouver, located near the Capilano Suspension Bridge and…read moreCleveland Dam! Barrio is situated inside the Avant Life Church and serves very unique coffee blends from some of the best coffee roasters in Canada. I grabbed a flat white made with their Raspberry Candy espresso and it was honestly one of the best cup of coffees I've had! I really like the natural sweetness of the espresso and how the fruity notes paired so well with the milk! I would no doubt make the drive to North Vancouver from East Vancouver again for this quality cafe! The barista was also super nice and fun to talk to! The cafe offers a very homey atmosphere and would make a fantastic study spot!

Great neighborhood coffee shop that I found buzzing on a Saturday morning. Many people brought…read moretheir dogs, and thankfully there is plenty of seating on the patio. I ordered a special drink: the Orange Carmel Cloud, a fancy cold brew coffee. It was super refreshing and tasty. Would definitely come back and maybe check out their Kits location next time.

I came in wanting to try the coffee, but there were no seats available inside or outside, so I…read moreasked for a cold brew to go. I was told they don't offer to go cups and that I would need to either rent a reusable cup for $3 and bring it back later, or drink from a mug. Since I'm not a regular customer and was just passing by, neither option really worked for me. Unfortunately, I ended up leaving without even being able to try the coffee. I understand the sustainability idea, but it would be nice to have at least some practical option for customers who genuinely need takeaway.

Nice spot to take a break from wandering Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. There's plenty of outdoor…read moreseating. The young girls working there are friendly, although a grouchy woman working at the park walked by our table and muttered something at us. Beary Waffles has a variety of drinks and waffles to choose from. We tried: bee pollen & honey hot chocolate paired with strawberry shortcake waffles. Both came with a ton of whipped cream...fattening but delicious!

Fresh, unexpected, and absolutely delicious!…read more I ordered the blueberry waffle topped with a cream blueberry compote and bee pollen, and oh my gosh! this was outstanding. The waffle itself was light and fluffy, not heavy at all. The compote was the real star fresh, flavorful, and not overly sugary or syrupy like you usually find. It tasted homemade and elevated the whole dish. Honestly, this was totally unexpected and one of the best waffles I typically don't get waffles sometimes they are dense and heavy not berry waffles I'd go back again and again just for this I already tried looking for recipe online trying to steal the recipe! They also had other tempting options like a strawberry waffle, but what I tried was excellent. Hands down, highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh light foods.

I'm not a vegan. I'm about as close to being a vegan as a…read morefish is to climbing a tree and eating a banana. I'm as carnivorous as it gets. This is my Vegan Story at Cafe Crema. Stepping into others' imprinted snow footsteps trying not to slip and fall onto the newly fallen snow, we made it into Cafe Crema in West Vancouver. The first thing with this place that gets you is the vibe. Mood lighting, lovely high tables and plenty of space. You can sit there, and daydreaming in this place is highly encouraged preferably with a glass of bold red and a slice of Margherita Pizza. I didn't really know what I wanted, which rarely happens, but this was one of those special occasions where you just let spontaneity take over. I was going to just have a coffee, but as I approached the register area to order my Americano, I kept seeing this glimmer in the corner of my eye. It was quite bright, but just a glimmer, so I looked over and it was just this muffin sitting there in the display. I asked the cashier what muffin that was, and I was told that it was the Vegan Banana Chocolate Muffin. "Vegan?" I asked. He said, "Yup." I almost walked away trying to find something else, but the damn thing looked so good. So, reluctantly I decided to try a Vegan Muffin. I said to myself, "well, what's the worst that could happen? I'll just throw it out if I don't like it." That winking-luring Vegan muffin was so good that it actually trumped many of the dairy based muffins I've had in the past. I'll tell you how and why. First, it was rich, creamy, dense, moist on the inside and crispy on the outside. You could taste the Cocoa and hint of Banana and nuts throughout. As much as all the ingredients together gave the muffin its wonderful taste, you could also taste each component individually. I don't have a sweet tooth at all, and it's rare to find me ordering desert or eating muffins. I ate this damn thing like I just discovered the taste of sweet for the first time. Between this awesome Vegan muffin, the great Americano and this cozy little lamp on the table and the beautiful glowing white snow on Bellevue Drive, this indeed was a memorable experience and a one time love affair with a Vegan Muffin. (No, I hadn't smoked anything that day.)

To die for!! We ordered the coconut cream cake, apple pie croissant and an iced vanilla latte. The…read morelatte could've definitely been stronger but the pastries were out this world!! The coconut cream cake was fluffy, light and not too sweet. The apple pie croissant was so unique- apple pie filling inside a croissant with sugary crumble on top! The location is also pretty spacious and has some scenic outdoor seating facing the water. It does get busy but the customers cycle out fairly quickly.

Great Ambiance and service!…read more Love this local French inspired restaurant with a homey feel, the dining area is very cozy so it would be in my humble opinion good for a smaller party versus a party more then 6. Food is always on point ... with excellent presentation! Star items : French Onion Soup ... this alone can be the reason for me to drive here from Richmond! The rich broth is fully infused with the sweetness of caramelized onion, which blended seamlessly with the beef broth! Very hearty and I would indulge myself with extra cheese! Oh why not!? Braised Lamb Shank ... tender and very rich with the sauce that it was bath in ... the Chef was able to elevate this classic dish several levels up! Service is always attentive and friendly, too bad driving from Richmond limited my alcohol intake as I really love to try out more of their Cocktails!

So delicious, the food and staff were amazing. Very attentive. Food came out quickread more

Both coffee and sandwich was pretty good. The vibe was cozy…read more Great place to take a rest before/after shopping.

Service was friendly, establishment was clean, plenty of seating. Stand alone building in a…read moreshopping center parking lot so plenty of parking. They have coffee and pastries as well paninis and gelato. We only tried the coffee and pastries. Tried a fruit danish which was excellent. Had the carmello latte which was good but nothing special, and a hazelnut oat milk latte which was kinda plain.

I think most people miss this coffee shop because it's located on a back street and not on the main…read morestrip of Edgemont itself. Give it a try though. They do decent chai tea latte, and a fairly crisp and flavourful almond croissant. Sorry I'm not a coffee drinker - those are the two items I most frequent in cafes. Give it a try!

So disappointed, former Vancouverites, we live out of country now and were excited to visit Cafe…read moreArtigiano for a delicious latte art cappuccino , not the watery foamy slightly bitter cuppa we were served. What happened? FAIL!!