A bit hard to find, as we were looking for a larger sign. However they have a very artsy sign that…read morecan be missed. Its a very small spot, worth the wait if there is one (holds about 25ppl max). The vibe is japanese/asian/french type of food in our opinion. Everything we ordered was great, stuffed meatballs, truffle omelet, grilled cheese sloppy Joe, bone marrow omelet and 2 drinks total of about $140 without tip. We drove 30 minutes to get here and was worth it. Not familiar with the area we parked in a garage near the building which was $5/hour (made for the restaurant above). So find street paid parking.

Took myself out on a solo date and got curious to try Loam Bistro's pistachio French toast. It…read moreseems they've since replaced the original version (with pistachio crème and ice cream) with a seasonal pistachio strawberry French toast ($21). I also got an Americano ($4.50), which tasted alright. Having a tangier fruit like strawberry provided a nice contrast to the sweetness of the French toast. However, I found the pistachio sauce to be quite weak and milky, so I'd suggest making it more pistachio-forward. This is especially noticeable since they use milk bread rather than a richer option like brioche, which left the overall dish lacking the flavour punch I was hoping for. That said, I found their food and drink options more unique compared to a standard brunch menu, so I'd be interested in returning with a bigger group to try more items. Their Thai chocolate and pistachio latte sound especially interesting!

No acknowledgement of customer. No friendly welcome. Coffee mediocre, staff rude. Drink dumped on…read morecounter, no idea who it was for or what it was. Over priced. Staff member putting pastries in cabinet with bare hands.

This place seems to be run by Persian people as they offer a mix of traditional Western style food,…read morealong with some Persian options as well. (eg.Persian Omelette) It's got a nice vibe to it. Love the decor. Featured here: Egg Bacon Sandwich Ham and Cheese Panini sandwich Classic Avocado Toast Earl Grey Tea Iced Mocha Rooibos Cherry Rose My daughter said she couldn't really taste the cheese much in her sandwich, but still enjoyed the sandwich all the same. Her Iced Mocha was very nicely done. I found my Avocado Toast a bit on the salty side, and wasn't impressed with the egg that sat upon it. Runny yolk is what I like to see, but the yolk in this egg was very dry. They have a nice selection of cakes in their display case. I might come back here again to have some tea and dessert but don't think I'll bother with their savoury foods again. Service: Good Parking: Free parking on the street

The rain was relentless, but I'm so glad I braved it for the Bad Dog Bread run. There's nothing…read morequite like peeling off damp clothes, diving into a warm blanket, and finally biting into that cranberry walnut sourdough. With a bit of butter and a hot cup of milk, the chill from the walk just melted away. Getting my clothes drenched in the rain was a small price to pay for such a perfect moment.

Amazing bread and baked goods! Would highly recommend!…read more Note: Borodinsky bread is only made on Friday's!

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.

Always consistent drinks, friendly staff and clean place. They have some tables inside, a few…read morewindow seats that look out towards downtown Vancouver and pier. When they are busy, it can get a bit crowded as the line would go outside and the pick up area is tight too. It's best to grab takeout and sit outside in the shipyards chairs/area or on the pier.

Hot Chocolate Fest 2024 -- 2nd stop @caffeartigiano…read more #11 - S'MORELICIOUS HOT CHOCOLATE An exquisite blend of rich chocolate, signature rosemary vanilla syrup, served with torched marshmallow whip, rosemary sprig, and a bite sized s'more cookie. #12 - CHOCOLATE CALIENTE A blend of decadent dark chocolate syrup and spices, torched marshmallow whipped rim & fresh whipped cream, dusted with cinnamon, drizzle of salted caramel. Served with a cinnamon sugared churro.  Available January 13 - February 14, 2024 Both hot chocolates were absolutely delicious 10/10 and the s'mores cookie was beautifully crispy and chewy. Sadly the churro was very stale :( Service 5/5 Parking Food Ambiance 5/5 Seating (indoor and outdoor seating as well as limited public seating area above the caffe.

Delicious pastries and great coffee!! I can't wait to go back again when I am in town!read more

Scorching heat today! Nice to have a cold beverage. I got the Mocha Chiller 12 oz. Perfect for this…read morekind of weather. I like this plaza because there's lots of seats to relax in and some muskoka chairs. This coffeeshop has lots of seats too including patio ones in the front and is attached to the public library. The place is generally clean. Big windows to let that cool mountain air breeze in. I like coming here on Sundays to relax and chill. There's other restaurants nearby and plenty of parking. They have a lot of choices for beverage, hot or cold, as well as pastries to choose from.

Got some pics, whoot!…read more The coffee is pretty good. Nice and complex. It's probably best to get the coffee black here, there's lots of good varieties :) my bf and I got a vanilla latte and a mocha. I wish there was oatmilk, but at least they have almond, coconut and soy. The drinks' flavors (vanilla and chocolate) were pretty tame and not very sweet, and you can taste the umami coffee notes coming through subtly like a heat lamp. Definitely meant for a mature palate.

Hands down, the Costa Rica blend is one of the best I've ever had…read more No, it's the best. The service here is friendly and fast, and all the baristas seem to know their coffee really well. My only complaint would be that sometimes the banana bread is a bit dry. But if you get a good one, it's moist and tasty. I haven't tried any of their other pastries, but I know they have a pretty big selection. Definitely worth trying if you're a picky coffee drinker.

We visited Breka bakery to try some baking goods and drink. I really like their business hours and…read moreIt is a good place to visit after dinner or gathering What we got: Apple fritter, Chocolate babka and iced cafe latte. I did not try apple fritter, I was told it was just ok, but, it was large portion. Chocolate babka was too sweet. Dough was crispy outside which was good, but inside was a bit dry and overly sweet. Iced cafe latte was very delicious! Sweetness was perfect with bold coffee flavor. Next time, we want to try different items, especially cakes looked great

i cannot believe this place is 24hr! it's so clean and the treats look absolutely stunning. this…read moreseems like a perfect spot to study or catch up with some friends over delicious pastries. i tried the matcha bisque cheesecake and two filled donuts. i'm coming here all the time now i love it here

United Strangers is a North Van gem. It has a great sense of community, good food, and cozy feels…read morewith the best local vibes. It's a great place to swing by for chatting or you could even work quietly over coffee. Their matcha latte subbed with honey instead of sweetener is wonderful. The chicken Caesar wrap is my favourite savoury item and they have a bevy of baked goods for your eyes and stomach to feast on. The little shopping experience of local treasures is so thoughtfully curated. I picked up a gorgeous glass with the Twin Lions mountains that once again connects this cafe to the North Shore. United Strangers is everything I love about the mount Seymour area, filled with local charm. It always feels like a good place to be.

Cute cafe!!! I'm always in the north shore, I've driven by this cafe so many times and every time I…read moresay, I really need to go and check that place out. Well today was that day. I came from Deep cove it was so busy I just wanted to get out of there. I forgot to grab a coffee. So here I am, and in love. Plenty of treats and pastries. I grabbed a drip coffee. And looked at all the cool stuff they sale. Plenty of seating. Parking lot is not big but didn't have a problem getting one. I will be back!

West of Java Coffee House is a low key place to stop by for your takeaway caffeine fix. I stopped…read moreby for my latte to go. Service is very efficient. The mini cafe is too small to accommodate much seating, so it's a locally roasted alternative (to the larger chains like Starbucks) for those who don't mind a quick pit stop en route to or from The Shipyards district. It's located conveniently off of Lonsdale and has a vintage feel - far from flashy. They proudly serve Bean Around The World locally roasted world coffees.

My daughter and I went to West of Java coffee house with Grandma for an afternoon snack. I'm quite…read moresure we've driven past this place thousands of times over the years but never really thought to go in until now. It was the " Gooey Cinnamon Rolls" sign that drew us in. Grandma was the one who saw the sign and thought it might be a nice place to try sometime.  Newsflash: The "Gooey Cinnamon Rolls" at West of Java come from Grounds for Coffee! Didn't know this when I stepped into the shop. It was while we were sitting down, enjoying our food and drink that I looked out the window and noticed the Grounds for Coffee logo printed on the "Gooey Cinnamon Rolls" sign that's hanging outside the shop. It's small and easy to miss, but it's unmistakably the Grounds for Coffee logo. I was over the moon when I realized that I no longer have to drive all the way to Commercial Drive or Alma St. to get those Cinnamon Rolls. Now I can get them anytime we go to visit Grandma!  Aside from my excitement about the Cinnamon Roll discovery, our drinks at West of Java were pretty nifty as well. We had Mocha, Chai Latte and a Matcha Latte.  I was also elated to discover that they allow people to bring in their own reusable cups and that you can get a discount for doing so! Service: Good Parking: Free parking on the street (If you're lucky enough to nab a spot!) Location: 105 1st St. East, North Vancouver