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Delicious pastries! Six of us came here on a Saturday morning and pastries galore awaited us! It was hard to narrow it down but we ended up with a mix of savory and sweet to share. We loved everything! So full of flavor, good portions and reasonably priced. I got my London Fog as well which was served in a tea pot. Perfect to wash down the pastries. A few little tables and counter seating available but for parties bigger than 4, it might be challenging to sit.
Purebread is always tempting to walk into, especially with the pastry case looking so generous and comforting. We tried a mix of baked goods along with coffee, and overall it was a solid experience. The pastries were rich and clearly well made, especially the chocolate based items which had deep flavor and weren't overly sweet. The almond pastry was buttery and satisfying, though a bit dense for my taste. Coffee was smooth and balanced, a nice pairing with the desserts, but not particularly standout. The atmosphere feels cozy and relaxed, perfect for a casual coffee break or a quick treat downtown. While some items really shine, others felt a little heavy, which is why this sits comfortably at a good rather than great for me. Still a reliable stop when you're craving something baked and comforting.
Love coming to this purebread location! Always smells delicious when I walk in like fresh baked breads and some sweet treats! Everything is always made fresh. I had to get this vanilla confetti cookie because it is pink which is perfectly festive for Valentine's Day! Really delicious and still warm. Crispy edges and soft and chewy middles. The regular hot chocolate was good as well, and then tried the hot chocolate festival special, which is a coconut milk hot chocolate with coconut whip cream and toasted coconut shavings! If you love coconut and hot chocolate this is the one for you! The server was quick to ring up our order and was very kind, and even offered to warm up the cookie for me :)
We visited Purebread for brunch and all seating was taken inside so we ordered to go. Decor was inviting and we could see why people would linger here over their drinks and food. Staff were helpful and efficient. There was a nice selection and variety available that morning and it took us a little bit longer to make a choice. Bread, cookies, cakes, pastries, and more plus coffees. Apple tart was sweet with a flaky pastry and delicious. It was our favorite. The chocolate with cookie and cream icing was much too dense as well as topped with too much frosting for us. Surprisingly the frosting was quite hard so we ended up not eating it. The spinach and feta was savory but not as good as our go to spot in SoCal. The iced mocha coffee was just ok. There was a bunch of mocha bits at the bottom of the cup so our coffee was gritty. Not sure why wouldn't dissolve even after lots of stirring. We were a little bummed with the results given what we heard about this place. Looked better than tasted.
i was curious to try a coconut cake after watching hacks. a colleague had raved about the cakes at purebread, so i decided to see for myself and headed there on a thursday afternoon around 2:00 pm. the display of baked goods was truly a feast for the eyes, with an array of pastries, cakes, and breads artfully arranged. thankfully, it wasn't too crowded--just two ladies in front of me, who were also having a tough time deciding what to get. i could understand their dilemma, as everything looked so tempting. the staff were incredibly patient and helpful, adding to the pleasant experience. the cakes at purebread looked more like dense, generously iced loaves rather than the traditional, light, airy cakes i usually get. after some deliberation and a friendly chat with the staff, i settled on two options: the coconut buttercream and the carrot cake with vanilla bean buttercream. the takeout box felt surprisingly heavy, a testament to the density of these delicious treats. of the two cakes, the coconut was my clear favourite. the aroma was wonderful--sweet and inviting, almost like a tropical breeze. the cake itself was moist and flavourful, perfectly complemented by the rich, decadent buttercream icing. the carrot cake, while also delicious, didn't quite measure up to the coconut for me. however, the vanilla bean buttercream added a lovely touch of sweetness and aroma. overall, the experience at purebread was delightful. the combination of a welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff, and scrumptious cakes made it a memorable visit. the coconut cake, in particular, lived up to the hype and then some, making the trip entirely worthwhile.
Subpar pastries that look way better than they taste. carrot cake loaf and lavender lemon loaf was dry and very dense. Sticky bun was too soggy with butter and cold. Blueberry lemon scone was actually delicious. There were flies (as I read from previous reviews too) on the pastries and they don't warm them up for you. Pros is that the service is great and the location is nice. Also they do an amazing job making the array of desserts look glorious and beautiful on display.
Purebread had it all. Great customer service, so many amazing and delicious choices, coffees and teas of any kind, alternative milk options. It was so good. If you have the chance to go, you should. The pastries were light and flaky. The savory options had great flavor and the sweets were perfection. Enjoyed everything I tried. Would definitely go back, again and again.
We've tried some really good bakeries while visiting Vancouver, and Purebred was another good one. So many pastry items to choose from that it made decoding difficult. When we asked for recommendations, we were told that their scones and biscuits were popular items that tend to sell out. Scones and biscuits are not a hard sell for me, so that's what we ordered - a cheddar pepper biscuit warmed up and a lemon blueberry scone (so many scone flavors to choose from). Both the Americano and Cappuccino were perfect complements to the pastries - rich and bold. Both the biscuit and scone were great as well - crunchy outside and soft insides. Full of flavor and moist. Comfortable spot for us to enjoy our breakfasts before resuming our exploration of the city.
Great cafe with tons of pastries to choose from. My friend and I had some coffee with snacks. She had drip coffee with cheddar (or jalapeno?) scone it was great. Cheddar scone had some Indian spices with flaky texture. Even though I'm not a fan of scone, this one was addictive. I ordered latte with coconut passionfruit loaf on the side. Latte was pretty good, but the loaf was very dry. Not the desirable texture I like, but there was a subtle scent of passionfruit. It tasted coconut-y and not too sweet at all. The overall experience was okay. Staff seemed happy and cheerful.
The display window with all their breads and baked goods is gorgeous. With so many options it was difficult to decide what to get. The staff seemed to get that bc they were patient as we walked back and forth ogling...wishing we could try one of everything. The latte was perfectly made with a creamy froth and it paired beautifully with a very tasty pumpkin scone. If I lived in Vancouver I would def be a regular at this awesome bakery.
Loved it! Too many pastries, scones, cookies, breads, etc. to choose from! Had the buckwheat, sour cherry scone! It was great! Also got a bottled Rose lemonade, which we discovered in Vancouver. Wish there was one in bay area in CA! I am a pastry fiend for breakfast with a chai latte! Heaven! read more
4 years ago
We went our first morning in Vancouver because the place was very close to our hotel. We arrived close to 9am and there was no line outside, but just few people inside. That was perfect because we had time to enjoy our pastries. We took the peach danish, the almond croissant and the cherry scone. The peach danish surprised me a lot in a good sense. The contrast between the sweetness of the peach and the rosemary was amazing. We loved it. We enjoyed also the almond croissant because it wasn't heavy at all. Flaky and fresh. The least favorite was the scone, but just because it was too sweet for me, but I guarantee that it was very good too (I forgot to take a picture of it). We also loved their americano. read more
2 years ago
When you hear the gasps, you know that someone has just walked into Purebread for their first time. Immediately, phones are whipped out in an effort to capture the visual splendor of mountains of pastries piled on a long counter. The sheer number of pastries available at any one time is astonishing. I counted at least 80 different items - an amazing achievement considering there are only four bakers per shift. The bakery counter is arranged with the breakfast pastries first, savory, then sweet, and then moving onto tea breads, bars, cookies and breads. It's completely overwhelming, and if you're like me, you'll need to check out the line at least twice before making a decision. Our first visit was for breakfast, so at least I was able to narrow my selections based on meal. The pecan sticky bun was a glorious work of art. The dough was fluffy, with cinnamon sugar in its folds, crowned with a pecan brown sugar topping. It was perfect. The spinach and feta muffin came studded with big chunks of feta and scallions - another winner. Their ham and cheese croissant was not quite as flaky as some French bakeries, but it made a hearty, satisfying brekky for my daughter. Completely besotted with Purebread, we returned for breakfast the next morning. Imagine my surprise when I saw that there were different pastries available. That Nutella-filled bun that I had my eye on? Not available, but there were plenty of other options. The apple tart was quite lovely, with flaky layers and apples that only had the smallest trace of sugar so you could enjoy their natural goodness. The raspberry brioche was nice and light, with bits of raspberry trapped in its swirls. I particularly loved their take on a blueberry scone, with a pool of blueberries oozing down the side. Their bakers enjoy baking, and you can taste the love in their food. No wonder Vancouver is considered one of the most livable cities in the world. After visiting Purebread, I want to move to Vancouver, too. read more
Everything is amazingly delicious! The scones were the absolute bomb. I loved loved loved the black pepper 4 cheese scone as it was perfectly peppery and insanely cheesy with lots of crusted cheese on the side. Need more! My other fave was the Rosemary double chocolate sea salt cookie. These weren't available the next day we came, so get a lot while they have em! Wife really like the peach raspberry passion fruit scone (I'm not a big sweet scone guy) The cheese bacon scone was pretty good, but if you like cheese... Go for the 4 cheese one, you won't be disappointed Also had some other cookies, cheese twist, and Nanaimo bar thingy, but you really can't go wrong. Everything looks amazing so just work out and carb up! read more
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Are you a fan of pastries? Do you love the smell of freshly brewed coffee?? Does your mouth salivate when you think of European style baked goods??? If you answered YES to any of those then you should really come by and check out Purebread. I now can understand why people line up (sometimes even out the door) to see/smell/take pictures/order/admire/purchase some of Purebread's product. The way they set up it up I felt like a kid in a candy shop. Pastries, tarts, cakes, spelt bread, sourdoughs and rye. Savories treats, coffee cakes, muffins, croissants, lemon bars, banana loafs and custard filled doughnuts. These are just a few of the many items that Purebread are making in house and are shipping across the city. The variety seem endless and I wanted to order one of everything! I ordered a Morning Glory, I want to say it's like a soft fluffy doughnut filled with vanilla pastry cream covered in cinnamon and sugar. It was AMAZING (especially for breakfast)! Would I go back? Heck yah! Should you try it? Oh yah! Is it pricey? Yes. But You're definitely paying for the quality of the ingredients used in their product. Average price is $4-$5 a pastry. If its too much then go check out VCC's bakeshop up the street. You can compare. Cheers Purebread! You got a customer for life!!! read more
I was looking for someplace else and found Purebread. I was tired. Weary and aware that I was on my way towards the Gas Town and East Hastings where there is a tug and pull between shopping carts filled with personal belongings being pulled along the streets and the well to do. You will see EVERYONE here in this neighborhood. The bakery is kind of tucked away in plain sight. Also near an art supply store which is another FANTASTIC reason to explore this area of Vancouver. This Bakery alone is worth the trip. I mean it. So, imagine, after getting lost, finding this oasis. The first thing you notice upon arrival is the bakery case takes up the entire length of the store. And it is chock filled. Packed, the case, with everything you could imagine. Cookies, breads, muffins, cakes, things with icing, things with seeds, I mean everything. The sheer diversity of product is just eye popping drooling brilliant! So I stalked, wandered and started back from the beginning and stalked the counters again. And noticed after admiring lovingly all of the baked goodness, that there was a healthy number of staff people who were...get this...smiling and eager to encourage me while I acted like a fool who had never seen a cake before. Eventually, I did order. Resisting the temptation to take one of everything. I narrowed it down to three. Or four. Check out the website, they have more locations. And by now just opened another. This is a good thing. We need good flour magic in our lives. And they've got the mojo for sure. Everything I selected was unique, well balanced flavor and genuine. The scone was a scone, the cookie was a cookie and the cake was sure enough a cake. No one mix fits all...which was the worry when I saw how much diversity in their product on display. those bakers must work HARD! I would fly back to Vancouver JUST to visit Purebread. That is how amazing they are. read more
Ok so...this place is amazing. If you are on a carbs and sugar fix this is your place. The pastries and breads and cakes and cookies and muffins and quiches and and and and and!!!!! My cousin brought me in here on or way up to capilano bridge and we grabbed a bit of everything. Jalepeno and cheddar scone is a must Buckwheat cherry and white chocolate scone a must Banana bread and chocolate cookie hybrid is alright you can skip it I thought I ordered a cinnamon sugar cream puff (omg heaven) but the guy gave me some lemon cream puff sugar thang and it was so delicious I wasn't mad at the mix up read more
3 years ago
This bakery is so good we came here twice during our 3 day trip. We really liked their savory options: jalapeno cornbread, mozzarella and tomato muffin. Their almond croissant is delicious and has almond filling. Ohhh boy I will miss this place! read more
8 years ago
Butter tart4.5 stars great flavor and texture. The pecan and raisin fillings are amazing. The shell is buttery and has a lil crust which is very interesting. Lavender and earl grey scone 4 starts it was one of the good of scones I have had. But still cannot compared to Buchart Gardena scone. I get a good A'Roma of lavender and earl grey. The scone will s soft flaky and not dry. Crack bar 4.5 stars. Very RIch and very sweet. But still worth for the sugar intake. Very grate A'Roma day of f butter (i(guess) Carrot cake 4 starsis also very gd soft moist and not overly sweet. Apple danish 3.5 starts is good. But not great. read more
4 years ago
Pluses: Huge variety of treats displayed merrily, the ambiance and the friendly service! Minuses: Hardly any but not everything may be to your liking so ask what's most popular or share your sweet preferences for recommendations. read more
My impression of Purebread is that someone wanted to make the most Instagram-worthy bakery, and then they figured out recipes after the fact. The visual effect when you walk in is pretty stunning. Heaps and heaps of massive pastries, dotted with fruit and draped in rich glazes and frostings. It's got kind of a cinematic quality that reminds me of some of the Great Hall feast scenes from Harry Potter. Purebread smells like butter and vanilla and everything you want from a bakery. Concept: 10/10. Execution: 6/10. Sometimes the pastries are hit and miss. The creme brulee bun, all the scones, the raspberry rhubarb brioche, and the ham and egg brioche are all winners. A few others are massive, overly sweet, bland, and crumbly. Avoid anything that appears to have icing sugar as a key ingredient. Sometimes their pastry case gets filled with crumbs and leans more towards decay than decadence. Like everything Insta-worthy, the prices are jacked. read more
What a nice view of baked stuff! Standing at corner of counter, I had a little panic not to be able to decide what I want in a minute. As I have non refined sugar diet now, I wanted to have something savory. Then found cheesy edged corn bread at end! Lots of cheese, chives inside. Chili on top. The piece of chili was hot but there is no chili flavor in dough. But good balance and I love it. It's nice to order to go and bring for casual picnic. read more
Came here for breakfast while I was in town, it's in Gastown off Hastings so it was about a 8 block walk for me but it was worth it. It's right around the corner from Meat & Bread sandwich place. Wasn't too busy when we came by, it was nice & chill relaxing morning vibe inside. Oh my, the display is quite spectacular, so many sweet and savory items to choose from. It was definitely tough to make a decision. After a few minutes or so, our life decision was made and we got the Bacon & Egg Brioche thing. It was nice & savory, cheesy, egg-y, bacon-y as the name suggests. We also decided to get something sweet as well and chose the Lemon Curd thing, looked like a lemon donut. It was nicely made, dusted in fine sugar, crisp on outside, fluffy on inside. It wasn't an actual donut but some kind of hybrid. Lemon curd was super delicious and it satisfied our sweet tooth. Coffee was tasty as well but not sure what kind they use. Keep in mind, they do not have any flavored syrups to make those fancy latte drinks. Staff was very friendly and helpful, not too cheerful & perky in the morning because that's annoying when you haven't had your coffee. We all know. Prices are a bit on the high side but everything seems to be homemade and was very good, so I guess it's justifiable. Whatever. Clear and bus your own table. Overall, glad we came by to check them out as they've been on my radar for a while. read more
When my husband and I were in Vancouver, Canada B.C., we wanted a sweet snack and happened upon a cute little shop called Purebread. We went inside and couldn't believe our eyes! This place was PACKED with the most beautiful treats I had ever seen in one place. There were cakes, breads, brownies, cookies, tarts, muffins, croissants, and so many other amazing treats. We picked our desserts and coffee and sat at a cute little table. I liked the little knick-knacks that were sprinkled around the store. There was a cute typewriter, a brick wall, photos, cute lights, a bucket of umbrellas, and pink cut carnations in a vase on the tables. We had a great time at Purebread and will be sure to visit again the next time we travel to Vancouver! read more
Second time at Purebread after brunch at Nemesis (I will be posting that review shortly). First time at this location though. For more items, check out my review of the Broadway location which I just posted. Crack bar (4.5/5) This was very nice. Although it was pretty sweet, I liked the flavour and the texture. It's basically like a butter tart but with oats instead of a tart pastry shell. I pretty much inhaled the whole thing. Chocolate pecan bar (2/5) This was better than the PB chocolate cake, but the pecans didn't really have much flavour. The chocolate shortbread bottom didn't really taste like much either. I was told that there was peanut butter in it, but I couldn't taste it at all. There were a couple sad chocolate chips at the top, which didn't help the fact that the whole thing just tasted like honey-glazed nothingness. PB chocolate cake (1/5) This was very disappointing. I didn't like the taste of the cake at the bottom, as it was very crumbly and it had a weird texture which kind of reminded me of the vegan double chocolate donut from Lucky's doughnuts which I didn't like (you can check out my review of their donuts if you're interested). The PB icing on the top was basically just sugar, and had no PB flavour whatsoever. Even though this visit was kind of a hit and miss, I still love Purebread, and I will be back to try more of their other items. At least now I know what not to get! read more
7 years ago
Boyfriend wanted a place to do some work and I wanted to go somewhere to try butter tarts. Purebread was the best of both worlds! Super cute decor and ambiance, jazzy music, and a fantastic spread of baked goods. Creme Brulee Bun -- tastes as good as it looks; the cracking sound of the burnt sugar as you bite into it is very satisfying and my boyfriend loved the filling (he's a big creme brulee fan) Butter tart -- way better than I could've imagined! perfectly crumbly and not super sweet, the ratio of filling to crust made for just the right bite each time My boyfriend also got a latte and they made a delicate leaf design on top. Service was fast and easy, we were both very happy. read more
7 years ago
My sister and I stopped in here for a "light" breakfast before hitting the sites while visiting Vancouver. The display of pastries and baked goods when you walk in is impressive. They have a variety of traditional things like Pecan Rolls (we shared this, it was uh-mazing), scones, and muffins combined with more experimental baked goods like a Curry Turnover (which my sister got and loved) and a Spinach Feta stuffed brioche (also delicious). I also had an Americano which was prepared well. The wait wasn't long when we came during brunch hours on a Saturday - maybe 10 minutes, if that. The staff was super friendly and helpful and once we ordered we received our warmed food quickly. This isn't a complaint HOWEVER, be aware that their portion sizes are HUGE (in my opinion). I could barley finish my brioche bun. Definitely a place to go with friends so you can try multiple things :) read more
7 years ago
#pureheavenatpurebread is instantly what I coined the moment I walked in this bakery. Nestled in Gastown on Hastings Street, this little cozy bakery is no ordinary bakery... No, no, no... this little gem is to die for in my opinion. Once I convince Simon Cowell to make me a judge on a food network version of America's Got Talent (AGT) I would immediately have a preemptively strike the golden buzzer. PUREBREAD was first seeded into my radar from associates I know, and since I frequent Gastown it became a destination to visit. I was told that I would love this bakery given how much I love baked goods, I went to grab a cup of java and perhaps a muffin. So imagine and picture yourself, a mid-week weekday it's a 10:00am walk on a slight windy yet sunny morning. Strolling up Hastings St in my peacoat dying for my morning coffee and biscuit of some sort I was definitely feeling excited about this place, also, to be honest, I had thoughts of "maybe this place is over exaggerated and overhyped." Approaching PUREBREAD I could see the plethora of people clamoring into the establishment and knew I would be in for a treat, a heavenly treat. Once I open the door I was hit with waves of roasted coffee beans, espressos, fresh-baked goods wholesome smells, my face immediately lit up, I will be forever constantly dreaming about their pastries and henceforth like a ROYAL KING addressing his loyal subjects will declare PUREBREAD bakery as the standards amongst all bakeries will be compared to. My eyes were seriously hard-core food-porning, they felt like falling out of my eye sockets. I haven't looked at things this hard since I first learned of Pornhub back in the days, haha which then got replaced by my Uber Hot Girl which if I could YELP review her I would give her a 6 STAR rating. With piles and piles of baked goods, you will for sure find 1, not 2, not 3, but a bunch of goods you want to buy and bring back to your people. Vegan, Gluten, straight sugar, traditional, god only knows this place has covered their demographic. I walked in with the goal of getting a coffee and muffin and walked out with enough pastries and 2 hot beverages that would have me rival the energizer bunny and put me into a diabetic coma. Haha Seriously!? I would lock myself in here. So if you are visiting or a local, whether you're exploring, adventuring or seeking the ultimate pastry, I request and recommend you give PUREBREAD Vancouver a try, I hear they are popping up another location - ah YASSS!!! My only 2cents - The line up is crazy long during peak hours and the staff moves very fast. Also, they made so many damn good items I spent 20 mins trying to figure out what to buy. Lastly, they are a small cozy place, very limited seating so expect to not hangout and do work there. Otherwise, PUREBREAD successfully seduced me and acquired a new loyal fan. Major #YELPout to Issabelle @ https://issabellerose.yelp.ca/ for her awesome review. and #YELPout to Amanda, Jill N, Janelle G, and friends. Need to visit this place. read more
Walking in it's like I walked into my own food dream. Cue the heavenly ethereal angels sighing. I honestly don't have the willpower to just get one item whenever I'm at a bakery. I end up getting a crisp buttery croissant for right now, a decadent crack bar (just like the crack pie at Milk in NYC) for when I get to my car, a crumbly scone for the ride home and a peanut butter bar for when I'm parked. Heaven forbid you ask me to get you anything, I might take a nibble if I'm stuck in traffic. I really feel for those that have a gluten allergy or those that are on a diet. But I'll eat your share. Happily. read more
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Oh my goodness. I was in town and came here because of several recommendations. It didn't disappoint. The breads and pastries are out of this world. I had a bacon and gruyere brioche and I thought that if that was my last meal, I'd be just fine. So many delectables to choose from and if it hadn't been my last day in town, I would have stopped by every day. You can tell they put a lot of effort into the quality and clearly know how to showcase their artistry (see my pics). I can't wait to come back again. Oh and the coffee was good as well but I'll be back for more of that carb life. read more
4 years ago
My favorite French Bakery in the City. Best start of any day. If I lived here, I'd be 300 pounds. See you soon Purebread. read more
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