We've been to Matchstick several times but our the Riley Park location is our favourite as it is super family-friendly. They have a little area with toys and books and little stools, perfect for kids. Their pastries are really good and they have such a good variety. We also like their sandwiches as they have a few non-meat options. One of our kid-friendly top places in Vancouver. read more

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Decent coffee place at Main and 32nd. Parking is available on the street, but can be a bit limited. The place is modern and hipster. Nice bright interior with white tiles and wooden floor. Only complaint is that good seating is a bit lacking. They only have 1 proper (long) table for working. The rest are mostly cushions on benches and low tables. Can get a bit uncomfortable if one sits for an extended period. Something to keep in mind. Staff are friendly. Coffee tasted fine. read more

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I have visited Matchstick Coffee several times in the past. Not only do they offer a variety of drinks, but they also have a wide selection of baked goods. In my opinion, their baked goods are among the best in Vancouver's coffee shops. Recently, I visited the Main Street location for the Nomsmag Fall Food Fest, which offers limited-time special drinks and baked goods. I got the Pumpkin Cheesecake Croissant and Pumpkin Chai Latte. Pumpkin Cheesecake Croissant ingredient are Pumpkin Puree, Mascarpone Cheese, Icing sugar, whipping cream, pumpkin spice and white chocolate. Needless to say, the filling and topping of mascarpone cheese, whipped cream, and pumpkin purée were blended so well--neither too heavy nor too sweet--making it very delicious. A notable point was the croissant's dough texture: so crispy on the outside yet properly moist on the inside. It was absolutely delightful! Pumpkin Chai Latte ingredient are Pumpkin Puree, Vanilla Extract, Raw sugar, Chai mix and Steamed milk. So far, it was the best Fall Food Fest drink I've had. The chai mix and pumpkin purée blended perfectly, and the hint of flavor from the spiced topping added a nice touch. It was absolutely delicious! The service was excellent--friendly and attentive to customers. They also offer another special drink and a cookie for the Fall Food Fest. I'm looking forward to trying those items next time! read more

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The matcha latte was just okay in my opinion. The matcha taste is very faint so it didn't taste like much. It might be more fitting for people who like their drinks more light. The ambience is very nice tho! Great for doing work or catching up with friends! read more

Matchstick Coffee - Oat Milk Hot Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great location with good parking on side street. Wide open space with high ceiling create much ambience. Product variety and prices are reasonable. I had the pour over coffee feature of the day. Good overall. The only miss was the Americano was very weak. Had to bring it ba k but they made up by adding a sjotnof espresso. Staff is courteous and attentive. read more

This Matchstick location offered take out only since the COVID lock down in March and I am happy to advise that they have now opened up their dining area with COVID compliant restrictions. The communal table has plexiglass barriers and each area is sanitized by staff after a client leaves. The client is responsible for removing all their own items as paper cups, napkins et al. When the client is ready to depart, they are to flip the coaster over to red to state that the seating area needs to be cleaned/sanitized. The staff clean the area then flip the coaster over to green to indicate that the area is good for seating. Nicely done Matchstick...and of course the coffee is okay. read more

We got a box of varieties of baked goodies from here, croissants and muffins, and they were so good! The coffee was good too. But they're croissants and muffins, oh em gee, sooo fluffy and crispy the croissant, and you can taste tons of butter in them. There went my diet. And the nut and berries muffins were also so good! Yum!!! read more

I have been to this café before but I didn't order any of their specialty drinks nor coffee. You must think what do you mean? I love my tea and I generally go for a cup of straight up green tea (no milk and no sugar). This time I came to meet a friend of mine and her sweet little boy. Since the place is quite small, she got there early to save us a table so we could stay for lunch. The service is always pleasant and the staff really looks like they're well treated by management which is great! Since I've never eaten lunch here I asked about they smoked salmon poached egg and the tuna melt. They use an in-house sourdough bread for their breakfast and lunches. It was nice however when there are sauces on top of the bread it makes it a little hard to cut up. I went with the salmon and somehow felt like I needed something different to drink today and saw the London Fog on the menu. I asked them to replace reg milk with their in-house oat and nut milk. I don't know why but I asked what else is in the London Fog before ordering it and she said Cardamon and that was it I need it. Did you know in Ayurvedic medicine, cardamom is a cooling spice therefore great for any form of inflammation in the body. I am in love with this drink and I look forward to another cup very soon. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Poached Egg with Smoked Salmon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Used to like this place but over the years it's grown cluttered, run down and downright dirty. Someone needs to wash those big windows and get rid of all the wee, dusty, granny plants. Visual clutter abounds and now that they don't sell delicious bread there is no reason to go here. read more

I'm a big fan of this coffee shop that's a little further up from the main hustle and bustle of Main St. Popped in here recently to get some work done and there was plenty of room to sit down despite how busy it was. I ordered an iced almond milk latte and poached eggs & salmon on rye toast. Instead of the cream cheese I opted for the pesto spread underneath, which was surprisingly yummy. This was smaller than other toasts I've gotten from other cafes, but nonetheless, it was still a filling snack. The cafe itself is airy and spacious, with plenty of plants and windows to let in that natural lighting. The staff were super friendly and accomodating. Great little neighbourhood spot for a quick coffee and snack to dine in or take away. I'm sure I'll be back here again soon. Until next time, Matchstick! read more

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Matchstick coffee is located on Main Street and 32nd Ave. It's bright and clean coffee shop. Well simple design with lovely decor to make customer so comfortable. They serve the brew coffee as well as espresso coffee and tea. If you go early, don't forget to get a delicious pastry to pair with coffee. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Trendy self-roasted Coffee House. Excellent coffee, just a weird sitting arrangement. My son said it was to discourage people from camping out all day and just ordering a single coffee. This is a local Vancouver chain... give them a shot. One thing to say for Vancouver there is no shortage of coffee houses. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Inside Matchstick - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A step above the typical coffee shop in terms of their food, which seems to be on par with a proper brunch restaurant. I got the tuna melt and an earl grey muffin at my latest visit here and it made for a wonderful lunch. They make their tuna melt open-faced which gets a little messy but really lets you enjoy the texture and savouriness of the cheese melted on the tuna. The muffin had a nice crunchy exterior, but with a moist, melt-in-your-mouth inside. I appreciate that their muffins are somewhat reasonably sized so you can enjoy it alongside your lunch, unlike many places that do muffins big enough to be a meal on their own. I also had a London fog here forever ago that checked out. The cafe feels tucked away from the hustle of nearby Main St and Kingsway, but the inside is very airy and spacious. There's a moderate amount of seating, but it looks like there's less than there is because the majority of it is at one long table, with a few armchairs and couches in the corners. I was skeptical of the communal seating arrangement at first, but I do like how it generates a sense of amiability. The staff are also quite friendly. It's not exactly cheap, but definitely comparable to similar places. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Tuna Melt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Cute little Cafe, love their iced Chai, Macha, and chocolate croissants. Staff are super friendly and personable.

I'm in the area super early - 7am on a Sunday. What am I doing around here in this ungodly hour? I signed myself up for RBC x Children's Hospital's Fundraising run at Nat Bailey. So...I dropped husband off work, found parking and waited for 8am to come. I noticed Matchstick is open at 7am (Yes! There are people who are awake in this ungodly hour with me.) Walked over and decided to go with the masala chai latte ($4.70). I'm on my 7th day coffee rehab stint so far and I am trying not to have coffee at all this morning. So chai it is. I didn't ask for any modifications, bit in retrospect maybe I should have. The latte was a bit too sweet for me. Nice latte art, but flavour wise I wish I can taste the chai portion (the spices) a bit more. The inside feels minimalistic with 1 long table and a few short stumps for coffee tables - I would imagine eating lunch here may be uncomfortable. They have a long bench out side where you can enjoy the morning sun. Overall, good place to kill my 45mins. I find the tea and coffee at a premium pricing for what you get. I may come back if I have to meet up friends. read more

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The staff at the Main Street Matchstick are absolutely miserable, rude and lazy. Way better coffee shops in the area.

Natural light! Love the bright space they have with shared table seating. Seats are a tad uncomfy but still okay. Quite loud (they have music running in the background) and busy with the espresso machine and food preparation. Bring headphones if you are planning to study. They have a good selection of food and drinks. Baristas and workers here are friendly. Their brunch is very western. Lots of street parking nearby (and its free). We tried the berry chocolate scone and the smoke salmon eggs on toast. Both are just pretty good, not wow. Will come back if I am in the area and need to chill. They have pretty good, strong wifi - which is great for video streaming. This location is air conditioned during summer! read more

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My parents came to town, and the first place I thought to get away from them (in the nicest way possible) was Matchstick Coffee on Main Street. I sat for five hours straight and crushed my to-do list in this workspace haven. Why I love: * The space - the coffee shop has large open windows that bring in so much natural light. It's such a nice summery study spot if you want to trick yourself into thinking you're outside while still doing work. The layout is open-concept, I think that's good fengshui. The large birch(?) table in the middle lets you space out your papers and work. I looked like child with my crayons and all my coloring books spread out around me. * Minimalism - maybe it's because I have ADHD, but the cleanliness, the simple decor, the concise menu prevents any amount of decision fatigue. It's a stress-free zone for me. Good to know: * I use car-share (Car2go). I hate going downtown to study because even with dedicated car-share parking, I've managed to mess that up and get towed. However, I love coming to Main Street because residential parking is a saint. It's conveniently close to all the shops and there are always spots. * There aren't many plug-ins, so I came with my laptop and all my devices charged. * The menu is concise, there's coffee and tea options, baked goods on display, sandwich options, but there isn't an overwhelming amount of selection. This works well for some, not so well for others. Food/Drink: * Ratatouille Sandwich - was delicious. I'm not usually a fan of all-veggie sandwiches, but the combination of warm roasted veggies with cheese and sauce made this a sure winner. It was a bit messy, so I definitely should've asked for a fork. But classy girl here just scooped it up with her fingers because I wanted an excuse to use their cute washrooms! * Sparking Hibiscus & Rose Tea - a little bit watery from all the ice, but the flavor was refreshing. Usually anything floral-sounding like hibiscus, rose, and lavender is an instant-like for me. This one was average, not too sweet, but quenched the thirst. * Pourover - since I know nothing about coffee, I can't comment. I don't even remember the name of it. read more

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Great, clean, good service. Offer basic brunch and sandwiches on top on the regular bakery goods. Good coffee, relaxed atmosphere, nice people and free two hours parking on the street. I took the brunch egg with smoked salmon and really liked it!! read more

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Finally got a chance to visit this super cute cafe! Love how this place is so bright with natural sun light there are a lot of windows! It's also super spaced out for people to sit all around so you don't feel squished! The decoration is super cute and relatively quiet plus the music is perfect volume! I must admit the cookie was a little dry and won't be getting that again but I had an oat/nut latte and enjoyed it very much! They have open wifi plus Shaw wifi is here! read more

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Great service and fresh looking baked goods. I ordered sencha + ratatouille & salsa verde for breakfast. I like how the eggs are done, but find the dressing too sour for my taste buds. Overall, a pleasant experience and I'd definitely come back for other items. read more

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UPDATE: Returned the next day to tell them about the mixup and they charged me a regular croissant price for the almond croissant and although not great, they accepted the mistake. BUT THE CROISSANT...I NOW KNOW WHY ITS STATED AS ONE OF THE BEST IN VANCOUVER....the frangipane is sweet, buttery and scrumptious while the flaky pastry is a perfect compliment to the textures of the middle for a chewy bite. The top is covered in slivered almonds and the entire thing is just heavenly....although i know right away it can be nothing more than an occasional treat. Definitely worth it.... The good and the not bad, but very sad ): I came here on a saturday afternoon and was greeted with the "not bad" at first because of an extremely long line and service that was quite slow. I was glad to see that the people were genuine and helpful though so it didn't bother me much. The good were the pain au chocolate (so flaky, buttery and a deliciously rich treat great when heated up) and the fact that there were almond croissants still in stock! The very sad...when i got home and opened up the bag, i didnt see a almond croissant but a regular one....when i called the store to inquire about the prices (and to see if i was overcharged) there was no answer and instead a prerecorded message that played back as if they never answered the phone. It was strange how I didn't receive a receipt either so I have no idea if I was just handed the wrong item or if the barista had heard me incorrectly. It really isn't their fault but i was just so sad when i found out that had to write this review this way. Great pain au chocolate croissants though. read more

Matchstick is one of my favourite coffee spots (I have a lot of favourites but it's in my top 10. Lol)! Their latte is my go-to drink.. always consistently good! When I'm craving a pastry with my coffee, their Almond Croissant is a must! I've been to this location and their Fraser St location on many occasions. Both locations have simple decor and very open, and staff is always friendly. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Friendly staff, plenty of vegan and gluten-free options -- this is your standard Vancity hipster cafe. The only dairy-free milk option is a blended oat milk coming from a plastic store-packaged bottle. The cappuccino is pretty solid! Yes, I still know nothing about coffee, but this one is creamy and a bit more on the acidic side. The sourdough though -- damnnn. I got the vegan pumpkin cashew spread and jam on toast. It's two thick slices of artisan sourdough and the spread on top is a perfect balance of healthy fats and protein, completed with a dash of pumpkin seeds. Plenty of seating and free wifi is available. Best part is the early opening hours, even on weekends! Great for working, but does get pretty loud as the day goes on. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Non-dairy cappuccino and vegan sourdough toast with pumpkin cashew spread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great bread! (you can buy it by the loaf). Coffee has been hit and miss, but with effort i can get a decent americano. My two stars is for the chronic terrible staff attitude (they barely notice you and always seem little perturbed that you want something), and the snail's pace . when it's the least bit busy it takes forever to get anything! Also responsible for the lack of stars is the space itself. Echoey room can be loud, and the seating is either hard flat wood benches or boxes, or a big long shared table with all the laptops. Its the closest pace to my home and the last place I will go for a coffee! read more

I'm a sucker for sun-drenched coffee shops. The espresso is also en pointe - possibly my favourite in the city. A variety of seating options accommodates laptops, strollers, and intimate conversations. Matchstick is an aesthetic dream, serves luscious and aromatic espresso, and is an inviting and welcoming space. Thank you. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This location is beautiful. It's super bright and modern. The music is a bit too loud and it is a bit warm inside and ventilation isn't great. Parking is scarce but you can find parking around the neighbourhood if you circle it a few times. Seating is hard to find but there are benches along the window if a table is not available. Coffee is good and the double baked almond croissant is delightful. There are too many people with their laptops sitting there for hours on end which isn't good for business. read more

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One of the best coffee roasters in Vancouver. Highly recommend the Bulldog. They also have takeaway prepackaged coffee beans. They make great gifts especially for out of towners. Decor is clean and focus on open space. Very friendly and helpful staff. Main Street and Kingsway location doesn't have much street parking. It's better to park a few blocks and walk the rest. read more

Came here for drinks twice and must say the interior decor is really modern and bright. The coffee shop gives a nice friendly/chill environment to just sit for awhile and do your own thing or hang out with friends. The spacing inside is quite large and right at the centre there is a long community table where it can sit parties of people. The drinks are all fresh brewed coffee, cappachino, fraps, teas and etc. What I enjoy about this place is that their coffee is brewed and made very fresh upon ordering. Some teas take some time (average 10 mins to make?) but when you get it and drink it, man it tastes good. The place also has snacks such as croissants, cookies and i think muffins? I only tried a cookie and it was nothing special. Mainly most customers come for the drinks. Tho the drinks are quality made i wish they would give a larger portion. Some drinks are a bit more expensive but they come only in a small glass which is a bit disappointing when your paying almost $6 for a small beverage. Also when you get some ice tea drinks they tend to pour it into plastic cups which I found a bit cheap since their whole store looks expensive but they can't give you your drink in glass... They do have outstanding drinks and unique ones indeed, however they are a bit more pricy than other coffee shops out there and I wish their drink portion could be a bit larger than how it is now to make it worth it more imo. read more

Matchstick Coffee - You'll thank me later when your not lining up to look at the drink menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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First impression: I've been going there for years and can't remember but I've had nothing but great impressions each time 10/10 Coffee: 9/10 depends on what you get! I LOVE THEIR ICED OAT MILK LATTES but personally don't prefer their drip, but they have so many options to choose from! Dairy free alts: yes and THEY DONT CHARGE EXTRA Aesthetics: 10/10 Plants: 10/10 Environment: 10/10 Baristas: 11/10 - they're super friendly Seating: 6/10 - there seems to be lots in the picture but during peak hours its hella busy Wifi: yes - no outlets though Music: 10/10 - really good chill vibes read more

We really enjoyed our time at Matchstick today. What a great place and a great vibe! This is definitely a great place to hang out, drink some really good coffee, and get some poached eggs. The staff was really nice, and I was just overall very impressed. I got the poached eggs with smoked salmon and it was excellent! The toast is made in house, and the salmon tastes so fresh. With the dill, pesto added it's an amazing dish that I would highly recommend. I also got coffee, of course. I went with a Guatemalan upon the recommendation of one of the workers and it was great. Matchstick had a large variety though, which I thought was really cool. They probably had 10 different roasts to choose from, which is great for those who can go there often enough to need some variety. Overall this was a great experience. It was exactly what I wanted it to be...I would definitely go back any time. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Salmon / Poached Egg dish for the win! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I rarely write any reviews but I gotta get this straight. Their Fukamushi Sencha is extremely expensive for what it is. It was $5.xx for a cup of tea and now $4. What a rip-off! I would never return to Matchstick. read more

One of my favourite cafes! I love that they have house-made nut milk and some VERY delicious vegan pastries (you MUST try the berry scone!) An excellent place for coffee and treats, and they have some lunch menu items as well (sandwiches, salads, soups, etc). Also, this shop is my ~aesthetic~. Raw wood detailing in a bright space. Very cool seating area. Ugh. Just wonderful. read more

Having been to the one in downtown (near Chinatown), I was over the moon when I noticed there's one opened on Main St. They have really good coffee here. Pastries are made fresh in small batches but that's how the quality is guaranteed! This is where I get my morning coffee every Satruday now! read more

I've been to three of their locations and this is the closest one to me and prob the last one I would choose to visit. The vibe is different and the baristas/employees aren't as friendly. Today I stopped by to grab their famous almond croissants $6 and normally worth the price. But I got this sad this, felt so light as they are normally stuffed and where the hell are my almonds! Will def make the extra 5-10min drive to hit the other locations instead. This one needs a lot of work! read more

Matchstick Coffee - Usually it's 1/4 bigger with more filling and topped with a load of croissants. I don't know what this is ?!? But not worth $6 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Nice place for coffee and love their smoked salmon poached egg open sandwich. . . read more

Matchstick Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Great location though it gets really busy in the mornings and it can sometimes be really loud! Great place to work with free wifi. Lovely modern decor with great minimalist feel and lots of long benches to sit and chat. Love their baked goodies! I tried their almond scone with agave topped with fruit and it was a great treat. It would be great to have more alternatives to coffee - i.e matcha, turmeric lattes. I tried their herbal peppermint tea, I believe it was a blend and it didn't taste great! I was also hoping to keep the leaves so that I could refill my mug, though they serve the tea in a cup and without the pot now. read more

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A more accurate representation of my experience here would be 3.5/5. I tried the latte and poached egg smoked salmon on toast. I thought the toast was really good with a perfect half cooked egg, but the latte was a little too acidic for my liking. The environment was clean and aesthetically pleasing. There were windows all around the cafe so lots of natural lighting. There isn't much service at all, as everything is self serve. I want to point out that the cashier came off as rude when my friend tried to order a toast for herself. She asked for a pork toast, and the cashier said something along the lines of " We're out of pork, and the kitchen is closing soon anyway" in a very impolite tone. Overall, if you don't care for service and want decent food and nice photos, I would recommend! read more

Matchstick Coffee - poached egg with smoked salmon on toast + latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A little pricey for a coffee shop but oh so worth it. I got the London Fog and it may be the best I've ever had. I also had the smoked salmon eggs on toast which was delicous. It was really filling. I personally didn't love how hard the bread was, but if that's your thing. This place is definitely worth a visit. read more

Matchstick Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Was really looking forward to this location as it's in my hood but boy did it disappoint. 1. Top marks for the interior decor: that's half a star. Where it fails is the noise level: music is too loud. I went in the afternoon (comfortable late summer temperature of 18 degrees) and it was HOT. The place was packed and turnover was SLOW with a sea of laptops, likely contributing to the HEAT. 2. Coffee: Kind of important since it's a coffee shop. I ordered the brewed coffee and it was very underwhelming despite the time spent making it and all the coffee glassware/equipment. Reminds me of a Starbucks Pike at double the price. 3. Baked goods: chocolate cookie was fresh out of the oven and satisfying. Butter goodness. There's the other half star. 4. Service: Cashier was impatient and the coffee order wasn't clear in terms of where/when to pick up fresh brews. When asked, was pointed to a counter, "over there" with zero eye contact. Also, while the cookie was delish, the turnoff was the server picked it up with her bare hands instead of using tongs. With the many coffee options in Vancouver, I won't be coming back any time soon. I rather go to the Parrot Cafe in the Hillcrest Community Centre a few blocks away. At least I know what to expect there. read more