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    Olivo Cafe

    3.8 (39 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Carnitas Eggs Benny
    J C.

    Came here on a Sunday and was the only group seated, it's in a more secluded backroad off of Marine -- so I imagine the weekdays are busier with nearby businesses/truckers. The food was very great, delicious and filling. Portions were large, I should've shared! The coffee was alright, we tried the Nutella latte and for $8 - it wasn't worth the cost, compared to the food.

    Grande Chilaquiles
    Sophia M.

    Tucked away in an industrial area, Olivo cafe offers authentic Mexican food that is perfect for brunch and lunches. This time we ordered the chilliquiles and it was massive! Tortilla chips covered in sauce, eggs, guacamole, beans, a choice of meat... it was more than I could handle! This was a delicious concoction that is savoury and slightly salty - would recommend grabbing this the next time you're in the area.

    Audrey T.

    A hidden gem! Such a nice spacious cafe with delicious food and drinks. I came on a Tuesday and there was a deal for tacos. I got the birria taco and carnitas taco - both were absolutely delicious, crispy and juicy. Loved the consome and hot sauce. Also got a dirty matcha - it was nice and strong. Service was friendly and efficient.

    Brirra taco with side of tater tots
    Lara O.

    I've been so many times now! The brunch is delicious. I had the molletes. The pasta dishes are spicy and huge portions! The tots are always crispy, and the tacos and quesadilla are so juicy and good. My next dish to try will be the brirra ramen! Love this spot and how they have local art, dog friendly patio. I'm a huge fan!

    Sandy Y.

    We recently visited OLIVO CAFE. It is located in an industrial complex in South Burnaby near the River District. Finding it might be a challenge -- keep an eye out for the CAFE signage, but you'll need to get up close to spot the OLIVO CAFE name. We started with their 4 TACOS. From chicken to pork carnitas, beef, and fish, each taco was generously filled and bursting with flavour. The portions were so generous that we were almost half full just from these alone. Our top picks were the pork carnitas and fish tacos, offering a delightful spice level and bold flavours. We also tried the Chorizo Eggs Benedict -- three poached eggs on English muffins topped with hollandaise sauce, served with potato tots and coleslaw. The combination of flavours and textures in this dish was simply delicious. Overall, OLIVO CAFE is a must-visit for affordable cafe-style eats with a Mexican twist. The vibrant decor featuring local artists' works adds to the cozy ambiance. Food: 4/5 Should Try! Service: 4/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Presentation: 2/5 Parking: 2/5 Parking lot can be busy depending on the time. Tips: * is a cafeteria-style setup: order and pay upfront at the cashier. * has spicy sauce available on the counter. * has a self-serve water station available. offers a section selling products from local designers. * has a Dog-friendly patio. Would I Return: Yes ‍

    Front entrane and patio area~
    Edward L.

    Secret hidden Mexican style restaurant and cafe by Boundary and Marine. It's seriously hidden. Drove past it a few times looking for it. Only indicator was a sandwich board by the road. Parking is available in front. It is inside a business park after all. Ambience is pretty nice. Thanks to the open garage door and the outdoor theme, it really does feel like one is in some outdoor garden by the coast. Staff were friendly and helpful. As of the time of writing, there is a daily special for each weekday. I had their fish burrito bowl. A bit small, but can't complain for the price. Grilled fish was nice and fresh. Bottom of the bowl has rice and purple beans. I also had their pork quesadilla. Nice and tasty. Not too greasy either. Can't complain. This place also has Mexican pop (Jarritos), if one wants to try. Lastly, looks like this place also has a food truck (Tacosaurus). Keep an eye out if you're out and about. Definitely will be back to try some more goodies. Recommended.

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    Mari E.

    My Mexican coworker introduced this cafe, especially about Birria dish. In Mexico, they use goat meat but here beef. As I prefer beef, it was ok for me. The meat was tender and juicy. It's stewed beef like barbaccoa but I felt more complicated or more flavor in it. Especially smokey flavour. The dipping sauce came along and it was fatty. Normally I don't use much hot sauce but finished everything even lime. Birria taco is slightly expensive than others but as it comes with the dipping sauce, it makes sense. My tummy was very satisfied with the quality and volume.

    Paula C.

    Who knew tucked right in the industrial area of Burnaby is this restaurant that not only serves Mexican food but Mexican style breakfast dishes as well!! Olivio Cafe is a clear definition of hidden gem!! In our visit we ordered the Birria Taco + Chicken Enchiladas + Cafe Mocha + Dirty Matcha. Birria tacos is one of my favourite Mexican dishes and they nailed it here with generous amount of beef in the tacos and the perfect birria beef consomme that is not overly salty like many places I've tried. The Enchiladas had just the right amount of sauce that coated each tortilla nicely leaving you ever so satisfied in every bite! But what surprised me the most was not only do they serve amazing dishes but their drinks are just as equally tasty! Both espresso drinks had solid coffee flavour with each unique flavour still brought out! This will be a very easy choice when I'm in the area craving some Mexican eats or a solid pick me up!

    Patricia F.

    Love this relaxed quaint cafe in the midst of an industrial area. Been here a few times over the last year and have never been disappointed. A nice mix of traditional western brunch options with Mexican fare. Also love this place because it's family friendly. I'm able to bring my 18mo old niece here and let her roam around if she needs without feeling too bad. It's comfortable and eclectic. Cafe style where you order at the counter and then find yourself a table (not full service). I recommend anything off their menu!

    Iris M.

    Found my way to this cozy little cafe deep in the south Burnaby industrial area. We passed by it a couple times until we noticed a sidewalk flag banner. Then we had trouble finding the entrance door as it shares an entrance with another business, see the picture. It's a cafeteria styled setup where u order and pay upfront at the till and sit at a table to eat. There was self serve room temp water at the counter, if needed. The menu is varied with a mix of Mexican, traditional breakfast/sandwiches, artisan espresso beverages and Italian pastas. We ordered the chorizo penne, creamy bacon spaghetti, birria and carnitas tacos. Pastas were both delicious with generous portions. Birria taco was delicious as well and came with its own rich broth dipping sauce. The carnitas taco was soooo bad. Very dry in a get-stuck-in-your-throat kind of way with gamey tasting meat-not recommended. The pasta dishes came with garlic bread. I didn't taste any butter or garlic, just a heavy layer of dried herbs and oil-pass. I wouldn't mind trying some other items here if I was already in the area.

    Olive W.

    A hidden gem in the quiet industrial area that serves brunches, Mexican food and wide range of lattes! The place doesn't have a big sign so it is easily missed without the handy dandy Google map. The place is comfortable and airy with seating both indoor and outdoor. They also have a wall that sells local goods like candles, tea, coffee, chocolate, etc. I ordered the BLT croissant and carnitas taco and apple juice. The prices are decent and the food are good. It's not too overwhelmingly busy yet. I will definitely come back for more tacos!

    Croffle churro flavour
    Cecilia M.

    I have been hearing great things from neighbours about Olivio cafe, a much needed brunch place in the River District neighbourhood. Went there one weekend for brunch and my friends and I ordered a bunch of items - 4 chicken tacos, birrah tacos, birrah eggs Benedict, churro croffle, and chilaquilles to share. First off, the birrah meat is AMAZING and is great on the eggs Benedict as well as a taco - highly recommend! The chicken tacos were decent and are a pretty good deal on their daily taco deal where you can get 4 for $12. Croffle was pretty good and they make it fresh on the spot. I was pretty excited to try the chilaquilles and was a bit disappointed. First, the tortilla chips got soggy really quickly with the fried egg and sour cream over it. It was too bad, otherwise would have been a good dish that I would order again. The service here is really friendly and you are greeted with warmth when ordering. It feels like a pure neighbourhood cozy cafe that serves a large variety of drinks and food items. I also ordered a green tea but was a wee disappointed that it wasn't made with loose leaf or a more premium tea bag for a cafe. Overall, a cute cafe that is worth the visit especially for the birah dishes!

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    One of those places that sells everything. Mexican, Korean, western, ramen. Pretty good. Was quite cold inside though. Being a sweater.

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    A hidden little gem in Burnaby with Great Food and amazing Staff! If you work in the areas, it's worth to try at least once!

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    Olivo Cafe - coffee - Updated July 2026

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