After the huge success of their Cambie location, cowdog have expanded to West 4th. But tbh I'm…read moredisappointed. Their drinks are on the pricier side, even by Vancouver standards. A regular Hojicha Latte is around $8, a Matcha Latte is $9. I ordered their signature Cowdog Coffee ($9.50), which combines espresso with hojicha and vanilla. The flavour is quite unique--the roasted aroma of hojicha pairs surprisingly well with espresso, and the vanilla adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together. It's an enjoyable drink, but at $9.50, it does feel a little overpriced. The West 4th location itself is fairly minimal. Compared to many trendy cafés in the city, it doesn't really have that aesthetic, photo-worthy atmosphere. One thing to note is that they clearly state there's no Wi-Fi and no power outlets, so it's definitely not a place to work or spend hours on your laptop. One thing I really appreciated, though, is their no-tipping policy, which is refreshing to see. I have a feeling a lot of people come here mainly for the branded to-go cups--they've become quite iconic. If you're drinking in, however, the drinks are simply served in standard glassware, so the experience isn't quite the same. I will probably come to try one of their matcha drinks, since that's what they're also known for. Overall, it's a solid café with an interesting signature drink, but between the premium prices and limited amenities, I don't think it's a place I'd visit regularly.

The drink sizes are smaller than expected but delicious! The cowdog coffee was great with the nutty…read moreflavour of the hojicha mixing with the bitterness of the espresso. The interior gave a nice cosy vibe with records and books to browse through and it was neat to see a shelf devoted to goods made by their team!

Matcha alert! This is the Roku matcha. I'm very impressed with emeri's experience with matcha. I…read moreenjoy the extensive menu and how all the notes are listed on the menu so you know exactly what you are getting! I think this might have jumped to the top of my list of being the best matcha available in Vancouver! I also like the thought put into the experience. Staff actually call your name and pour the matcha in front of you before giving you your cup. The bamboo straws are also very unique and I like that they separate their garbage between garbage, straw compost, and cup compost!

This was my first time at Emeri, and I tried the classic matcha latte. The staff was really…read morefriendly, and overall it was lovely experience! For my personal taste, though, 5g of matcha in a 12 oz cup is a bit much. I usually find that around 3-4g is plenty for me and gives me the balance I prefer. At 5g, the matcha was a bit more concentrated and leaned a littttle too overpowering and astringent for my taste. I know there are definitely matcha lovers who enjoy those extra grams and a stronger latte, so this really comes down to preference. Since it was my first visit, I'm sure I could have asked more questions or requested an adjustment, but they were busy and I didn't want to hold up the line. One small suggestion would be having simple syrup available alongside the napkins and lids. Especially when it's busy, it would make it easy for customers to make a small sweetness adjustment themselves without having to go back and ask the staff. I'd definitely come back and try the ice cream.

FINALLY got to try this place out on a recent trip to Vancouver. I got to try out their frozen…read morematcha and the strawberry matcha latte. Frozen: 5/5 stars. Comes dairy free already? Heck yes. Was it the dreamiest, creamiest dessert I've had in awhile? Yes, yes and yes. The matcha flavor was strong, it was smooth, no complaints here. Will have dreams about this drink. Strawberry: 3/5 stars. I saw it was their most popular and eh honestly I've had better. It wasn't bad, but the matcha wasn't strong enough. It was more on the green milk side for flavor, but the strawberry was nice and not artificial tasting. Vibes: 6/5 stars. Super cute. Little mid-century modern vibe to it. The workers have cool vibes. The customers do too. All around fun and unique. Drinks also came out exceptionally fast even with a line!

This small coffee shop offers some unique and seasonal coffee options. The space is quite compact,…read morewith a few small tables available for dine-in. Parking can be a bit tricky -- if you're lucky, you might find street parking right out front. With limited space inside, expect a line outside if there are more than a few people ahead of you. We ordered the Earl Grey Matcha, Earl Grey Flat White, and a Pastéis de Nata. The drinks took about five minutes to prepare, and the staff worked efficiently. Their menu seems to rotate seasonally, so you might find limited-time or specialty flavors depending on when you visit. As for the drinks, they were just okay in my opinion. The flat white was quite strong, and while it included Earl Grey syrup, the flavor didn't come through as clearly as expected. The Pastéis de Nata was decent -- not too sweet, but a bit dense. Overall, prices are reasonable for what you get. Worth a visit if you're curious about their seasonal offerings.

I visited Whisk Matcha cafe for Nomsmag cherry blossom festival special item…read more What I got: Matcha no Haru Parfait Plant-based spring parfait with housemade strawberry jelly, coconut condensed milk, strawberry whip, matcha rice crispy squares, and matcha & sakura soft serve. Topped with a hand-piped sakura flower by Megu of M Tokyo Confectionery. I just want to say... It was sooo good! Matcha vanilla soft serve's matcha flavor was strong, very soft and creamy and so delicious. Then, Matcha rice crispy squares paired with soft serve so well. I could not really taste matcha from rice crispy, may be because I mixed with soft serve. And there were strawberry jelly, strawberry puree, and strawberry whip at the bottom. When I mixed together with soft serve and rice crispy, It is so addictive. This item was definitely one of the best item at this festival in 2026. Presentation was so beautiful. I really want to get it again. As usual , owner was very friendly and provided nice service, however, one staff attitude was not really pleasant.

I stopped by Whisk to try their limited-edition Tatcha collaboration. The promotion is definitely a…read moregreat deal--buy the special matcha drink and receive a 50ml Tatcha cleanser, which makes it worthwhile if you're interested in the skincare product. Unfortunately, the drink itself was quite disappointing. Since it's vegan, it was made with coconut cream instead of dairy, but the overall flavor was light and bland. The coconut foam didn't add much richness, and for a $9.50 drink, it felt underwhelming. It reminded me more of wheatgrass than matcha. I've had Whisk's matcha chocolate drink during hot chocolate festival before, and actually enjoyed them. Maybe will come again for their regular matcha drink.

I got my free birthday soft serve but honestly, i think they're getting smaller and smaller each…read moreyear. It used to be quite a decent size that I was actually quite impressed. In today's world, I don't blame them that everything is shrinking in portion, especially when it's free . They didn't have the flavor of the month so it was only matcha or vanilla. My toddler wanted to eat too so we had to stick to vanilla. They also offered complementary powder: a choice of matcha, hojicha or kinako (roasted soy bean). I picked the kinako for my toddlers sake. I haven't bought a soft serve in a few year so I'm not sure whether purchased soft serves have shrunk in size as well.

Was taking a walk around the area and stumbled upon this place - located right by a little park, so…read moreI would assume they will get very busy during the warm months. Service was very quick, and cashier was super friendly and was giving off positive vibes. Just got my standard Oat milk Hojicha latte, which is my normal first drink at new place (when offered) - They have lots of sweet treats available - so might need to pay them another visit in the future. In terms of the drink itself, it was slightly more bitter then I'm used to. And remember to mix your drink well, as it was pretty clumpy and wasn't whisked very well - hoping that it was a one off.

Cozy cafe tugged in the corner of Downtown Vancouver. It is refreshing to enjoy Japanese style cafe…read morefood here in Vancouver! We tried the ebi katsu sando (fried prawn sandwich) and mantaiko pasta (roe pasta with shrimps). It was a good surprise that that pasta was creamy yet light! The flavors for both dishes weren't too strong and were well balanced. We tried their hojicha basque cheesecake as well. It was creamy and smooth but light too! Coffee was normally good. Service-wise, like most cafes, it is self-serve. The staffs were helpful though. Will return for the desserts.

Nice cafe shop offering drinks, dessert, and selected sandos and pasta. Place your order and then…read morefind a seat. You will get a number and the server will bring the food to you. The cafe is bright and clean. We ordered the Ebi katsu sando and ice green tea. The Ebi sando tasted good (nothing to rave about though) but a bit greasy. I had oil from the sando dripping down on my hand. I know it is deep fried but it is unusual to have so much oil drip from the sando. The ice green tea was good. The total came to $33 per person. I may return for desserts since I love matcha and hojicha but unlikely to reorder sandos. I may try the pastas. Review Rating: 1 - Poor, 2 - OK, 3 - Good, 4 - Very Good, 5 - Excellent

% Arabica is honestly one of my favorite coffee shops ever! They're an international coffee shop,…read moreso I love that I can visit them in different places, but I'm still so sad they don't have one in Seattle. The closest locations for me are Vancouver or LA, so whenever I get the chance to go, I HAVE to get my favorite Kyoto Latte again. I love the condensed milk flavor at the bottom because it gives the drink that slight sweetness without being too sweet. I substituted oat milk this time and it paired so perfectly with the latte. And can we talk about the latte art?! The barista made it SO pretty I almost didn't want to drink it. I seriously need a % Arabica in Seattle immediately because I would be there all the time.

Espresso yourself!…read more If you haven't tried this coffee shop yet, you're missing out. Their roots trace back to Japan, and their commitment to high-quality Arabica beans really shines through. The coffee has an incredibly smooth, soft, almost umami-like flavor that's unlike the bold, bitter taste many people are used to. I'll admit, I usually prefer a stronger, coffee-forward roast, so this was a nice change of pace and a coffee bean I've never experienced before. The flavor was refined, balanced, and surprisingly good. I originally wanted a cold brew, but since they didn't have one, I opted for an Americano (I know, I know... why order an Americano?). To my surprise, it wasn't watered down at all. It was smooth, flavorful, and absolutely delicious from the first sip to the last. If you're looking for an intense caffeine kick, add an extra espresso shot or two--problem solved. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy something a little different. This place is proof that great coffee doesn't have to be loud to make an impression.

I did not have a large sampling of the options provided by this Tsujiri location in Metrotown, so I…read moremay update this review over time as I try other items. But the one item I got was more than disappointing. The Dango with red bean and brown sugar was just mochi in a watered down puddle of brown sugar water and then red bean on top. I know, I probably should have gotten other items. But I really wanted to get some Dango. This was a big miss.

Needed a sweet pick-me-up after a couple hours of warring the Metrotown crowd and ended up at this…read morecute little spot tucked away in the most unassuming corner. I got the hojicha latte but was slightly disappointed when it only tasted like milk. My partner's yuzu frappe on the other hand was the unexpected winner. It was floral in the best way with creamy yogurt swirls. The yuzu flavor was unmistakable. I'm not sure if this was a seasonal item but if you get the chance, this drink is a must-try.