You walk into Mario's. First you are greeted by the sweetest lady ever, Alona, she was amazing! So kind, chatty (in a good way), helpful. She took our orders and Jina, herself and Mario made our food. The food was amazing! So tasty! :) The store is so full of personality and spunk. I loved the aesthetic of Mario's, the people and the food! read more

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I love a nice local family run cafe. Mario's has a lot of personality. Excellent coffee. They have a small menu of sandwiches and plenty of cookies & cakes for a treat with your coffee. The service is dine in or carry out. They have an express window on Howe St. It does a brisk business of locals & tourists. Stop in, you will not be disappointed. read more

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I was walking down the street and the fun music caught my eye. There are great value breakfast sets available, and many people seem to order takeout. The warm hospitality will energize you and you'll be able to start your day on the right foot. read more

Mario's Coffee Express - coffee, omega cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

3.5 stars, but I'll round up to give the benefit of the doubt. Read on for details. Superb service and communicative staff, but selection did not meet expectations. I was really looking forward to trying this place because I kept walking past it, so I looked up their menu and was ready to order when they came back from the holiday weekend. I was impressed with what they advertised that they could do with Rooibos tea (my favorite) but was disappointed that they didn't have any white chocolate to make a Red Symphony as shown on the poster hanging on their wall. I was also disappointed that they didn't have the vegetables to make the panini that I wanted--actually, they said none of the paninis were available, so maybe they were out of bread too. When I asked about an omelette, they said it was for dine-in only and would take 15 minutes to make. I settled for a toasted croissant with orange ginger marmalade, which was good but not exactly what I was looking for. I was also disappointed that they didn't have any chocolate pastries. Perhaps they were low on ingredients after coming back from holiday. I will say that they have excellent communication skills and made great effort in trying to help me find something that they could make and I would be happy with. They were also able to do this while not holding up the line behind me, which is impressive and relieved me of feeling any guilt, even though none of this was my fault. The woman at the counter was incredibly sweet, and Mario made sure she gave me a tray for my drinks. The drinks were okay, and I'd come back to support a small business, but only if I'm not picky about what I'm getting. read more

Lovely folks, problematic coffee. They have a full array of tasty cafe nibblets, but of course the real draw should be the espressos. Unfortunately, the product just ain't up to snuff. Sadly, as my mom would have said, what they don't know about coffee is a lot. read more

What a cute little coffee shop in downtown Vancouver. I am a coffee snob but I love little cafes and this fits the bill perfectly. The owner Mario was very jolly and definitely put a smile on my face all the 4 times I have had coffee there. The mocha was delicious and unlike other most of the places, the sugar was balanced perfectly with rich coffee and chocolate taste. I tried their very healthy loaf, croissant egg sandwich and Scone and all of them were delicious. If you want a coffee with side of smile, try this little mom pop coffee store :) read more

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Small coffee/snack place in downtown Vancouver. I assume the owner Mario was the counter and friendly and engaging. Took a moment to look through the paninis and decided on the Mario's Torino. I believe he expected you to pay after your meal, but paid after sitting down and was asking if I already when I was leaving :-) Very cheesy paninis with a side of chip and potatoes said. Combo comes with a coffee, but opted for water. read more

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Great little Cafe. Italian music playing and great food options. When I am in the area this is where I like to come. Good espresso and great service read more

Mario's Coffee Express - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Excellent coffee, specially with the whipping cream. We tried Crossient wiry Brie too, superb , service is very friendly over all very happy cute place read more

A friend of mine told me this coffee shop has the best coffee in town and they are famous for it. Because they are super close to my office, I have decided to give this place a try. I am not a big coffee drinker but when I arrived I noticed they have penne. So why not get one one of those. I ordered a mario torino and I was like wow. This is the best sandwich I have ever had so far and that is because the they were generous on the cheese and plus its real cheese. It had some pickles on the side. Those were some good home made pickles. Overall, I loved their sandwiches. Will come back that is for sure. read more

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I had some coins(around 4$ mixed with 1$ x3 and 25centsx3 and 5 centsx5) I wanted to use them all to pay coffee. Owner throw coins back to me they don't accept 5cents... so i just put them in tip jar and paid in credit card. I won't go there again ever and I felt I treated really bad. Now 5cents is not money anymore? read more

Mario served a delightful mocha along with personal conversation. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. A must to experience when in downtown Vancouver. read more

Visiting Vancouver from California and looking for good coffee places each morning. Came upon Mario's and decided to stop in - after all they were voted best coffee in Vancouver! Mario didn't disappoint. The coffee - Americano for me and maple sugar latte for my wife we're both delicious. Highly recommend. read more

I went into Mario's Coffee and didn't end up buying coffee. I had a craving for a scone and got the last spinach and feta one. It was a little small and the price is average, but it hit the spot. If it were a little more buttery, that would be been perfect. The staff was incrediably friendly and the man behind the counter seemed like the owner. He really cared about the business and was trying very hard to make sure customers were being looked after. That's the kind of thing I love seeing. read more

What a find! I was looking for the art gallery on Howe featuring the Salvador Dalí exhibit, getting distracted by the cool items in the Holt Renfrew Men windows. Needed an afternoon nosh and walked into Mario's. I felt like I had stepped into a charming little cafe in Madrid. The caprese panini was delicious and the potato salad was the best I'd had in very long time. Service was excellent. I met Señor Mario himself and he couldn't have been nicer. His assistant was friendly too. The music was a bonus. If you're in the Pacific Centre, Waterfront, Canada Place area and looking for good sandwiches and salads, and/or an espresso, this place with the Latino vibe is it. read more

Mario's Coffee Express - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Outstanding customer service, delicious latte, panini that remarkably wasn't a greasy mess, neat and tidy atmosphere with personality (sorry, hipster shops with plywood seats, but you are homogenous and uncomfortable,) and the fistful of baked goods I dragged back home were very pleasant at 1am. read more

All the way from Toronto, and Mario's made us feel so welcomed! The coffee was absolutely delicious and the food was perfect. Thank you Mario for making our morning!!!!! We may never find a Cafe as good as yours back home!!!! read more

Absolutely the BEST anywhere. I am NOT a coffee snob, but I enjoy coffee, at least one cup a day. I have had the benefit of extensively traveling for work throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia enjoying great coffee. I was in Vancouver for the week, and while walking up Howe Street, saw a small sign on an unobtrusive shop claiming "voted best coffee in town". Hmmmm. Maybe hyperbole, but an afternoon cup of coffee would be nice. Amazing 1. Funky little place with great music 2. The staff couldn't be happier or friendlier 3. Even a "drip coffee" is made one-at-a-time 4. Sounds ridiculous, but Mario truly crafts the coffee My cup (and every subsequent cup this week) has been incredibly flavorful, smooth, with no trace of bitterness or the "burnt" taste common with the "mermaid" brand. The consistency over the 4 days has been spot on, every cup has been dead center bullseye. The omelette and egg sandwich are both quite good also. There is only one place for coffee in Vancouver, this is it. read more

Great coffee and food! Excellent service((: Dont skip on the eggwitch! Will come back here for sure read more

Mario's Coffee Express - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

And IT WAS!! The best coffee... pity we found it on the last day. Simple inexpensive food. GREAT COFFEE!! Friendly chatty service. Be prepared it IS bustling (busy)! Did I mention GREAT COFFEE!!woo hoo ( must be good lots of business people stopping in to pick up a morning brew) read more

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This coffee place is very special. I can't tell the difference between different coffees but this place, Mario's Coffee Express is very special. I can't find any other coffee places that has the similar taste, and it makes me want to visit this place again even though it only opens on weekdays. read more

Super nice spot for a nice Italian coffee and pastries. I feel back home when I go there (Europe). The owner is super nice and take of each client. The lady behind the counter is so friendly, it is a pleasure to talk to her. I am Gluten Intolerant and she made me an omelet with cheese and turkey with no bread. I hate coffee but when I need my caffeine shot, this is the ideal place. Their espresso are delicious and I truly enjoy drinking them. It became my favourite spot for q quick espresso and to clear my mind of a busy day at work. read more

The best coffee in Vancouver. Been going there for 20 years never had a bad experience because Mario makes the best coffee I end up drinking 2 or 3 cups at a time. Mario makes you feel welcome every time you walked in. Unfortunately I'm living In Ft Lauderdale and when I'm in Vancouver always stop by and enjoy the experience . read more

Mario couldn't be more welcoming, and the interior of his cafe is inviting. I had a sandwich and potato salad. Both were delicious. Thanks for the hospitality!! Next time I will definitely try the coffee. read more

We were in Vancouver overnight and at a hotel on Howe Street. There's several places for coffee in this bustling area and we walked to a few to check them out before settling on Mario's. Mario's drew us in with lively music playing that is heard on the street and a quaint look. Once inside, we were immediately reminded of the great coffee places we visited in Florence, Italy. We both ordered cappuccinos and a pastry. The cappuccinos had perfect flavor and the correct amount of foam. The pastries were light an fresh. I saw others who ordered omelets and they looked great. Mario is friendly and greets everyone with a hardy "Good morning." It's not the kind of place for breakfast where you are waited on and you can order french toast or eggs benedict. This is a coffee place that serves really, really good coffee. Although Mario told me he is from Argentina, he brought me back to Italy in the heart of Vancouver. Buon appetito. read more

Mario and his wife and daughter are behind the counter and are very welcoming. It was hot outside and I was not in the mood for coffee so Mario brewed up some fresh ice tea. That was great but the conversation with Mario made it feel like I was a local even though we were just in town for the day. Skip Starbucks and come say hi to Mario and his family. You will be glad you did! read more

Honestly, how great is this place. Old school in every way, the italian man serving us and the pretty girl beside him are straight out of a movie. Charming, friendly, amazing service, ambiance, and beautiful espresso. This place is a gem! read more

I saw this randomly when doing a search for something else on yelp, therefore, book marked it since May 5th. The place is small and cozy, busy with products and very very inviting. The minute I walked in I was greeting by what I assumed was a father/daughter combo. If I am mistaken I wouldn't have known they seemed that close with good working chemistry which is important to me. I did the silly thing of forgetting my wallet, however, they allowed me to come back an hour later to pay them back which was awesome and friendly. Mistakes happen. I appreciated how the barista asked me the type of tea I wanted for my London Fog: Earl Grey or English Breakfast. They use a non soy based Almond milk which is appreciated. The lady allowed me to look at the cartoon without issue which some other coffee shops seem to have issues with when inquiring. Prices were very decent. read more

Super coffee! I wish I found this place sooner! I found it on my way to Pacific Center one day and decided to try something new. The coffee is outstanding, Mario is a sweetheart and so are the other two gals I've seen working there. Mario makes his own coffee blend and it's strong without being too acidic. Once Mario gets to know your coffee preference he brews the coffee just the way you like it. Who does that?! He does! Amazing. It's a must try. read more

Neat little shop run by Mario. He's the only one who runs the machine, so you don't need to worry about a poorly trained barista ruining your drink. When he goes on his annual holiday back to Argentina, the shop is closed - something about that old-style "mom and pop" business culture makes you really enjoy patronizing his coffee shop. The espresso drinks are pretty good and very consistent. Mario's shop could certainly benefit from a bean-upgrade; if he served Milano coffee, this place would be off the charts. read more

Really nice coffee and nice owner!!!! Lovely music and cozy place to chill read more

Mario's Coffee Express - Great cafe! Chai latte was pretty good. The place is cozy and the owner is nice and professional! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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This spot is a true business-district classic. On weekdays, Mario himself serves up fresh brews and steaming americanos. Expect soccer to be on the tv during game season and lively Latin music during the rest of the year. The taste of the coffee is finely crafted and delicate, but the after-buzz is akin to a caffeine high. Personally, it makes me shaky. But if a hard-hitting jolt is what you're needing, no one serves coffee like Mario's. read more

Best coffee ever. Had the smoked salmon toast and it was very good but it's the coffee and the owner that will make me come back to this place. Wish I could take it to Ottawa with me! Sat at a little counter by the window, this place is busy! I counted I less than 50 customers, most of them regular and the owner greeted them, made coffee and chatted with them as if he had all the time in the world. Impressive. The coffee was smooth, no bitter aftertaste, with just enough milk to make it even better. Nice find in a quiet part of Vancouver. read more

When you first walk in, you are greeted with a warm hello from Mario and staff(sweet lady). We had several of their paninis and espresso drinks. Paninis were fresh, balanced and very flavorful. Espresso drinks were delish! If you like more of an over roasted burnt Starbucks taste this may not be strong enough for you. Thank you Mario for a great experience! PS you may want to stock up on your Togo hot sauce packs! read more

3 dollars for a supercharged cup of americano goodness! That is what it takes to wake me up and Mario's does a good job of it. The pastries here pretty good too. I wish I could give them more stars, but I've seen the man who I think owns the place be really rude to some of his customers or almost customers (Never to me though). This is where I go when I don't want to wait 10 minutes for a coffee. There are usually no line ups. read more

Wow.... I have an expensive old espresso machine at home so I get upset if coffee shop cannot match my home brewed creations. Starbucks can't match me but Marios can and does so consistently. And he's friendly w a sense of humor. read more

The owner is super-friendly, despite being very busy, and the food and service is excellent. Great little spot! I just had a breakfast sandwich and chai latte, but the croissant was exceptional (soft and buttery - I wonder where he gets them), and it is cozy here. I was just looking for a Timmy's or something, when I came here - Lol. So much better! I am glad to venture away from the Pacific Centre mall food court offerings and come here. I will be back If in this area read more

Good atmosphere and good prices. Mario`s Coffee Express=Argentine air. read more

Little gam in the heart of Vancouver! Mario is the beating pulse! Truly amazing experience. Don't miss it! read more

Really nice downtown coffee place. Some of the best coffee you'll have, and very cozy and quiet too.