Cute mom and pop cafe! I had a yummy London fog while working away on their nice outdoor seating. Friendly service! read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Wonderful neighbourhood cafe. Great place to meet friends and family for coffee and they have the BEST muffins. I usually order the London fog and it's heavenly. I sometimes come here to get work done and it's great for that too. Local small business owner, Tim, genuinely cares about his customers and community. My son's favourite place to go for a treat. read more

Lovely cafe at the end of No.2 Road. Atmosphere in here is cozy, and beautifully decorated. You can tell a lot of love was put into the layout of this space. Had myself a s'mores cookie, and a flat white. Service was fantastic, and kind! But onto the drinks/food Cookie was.. alright. Your standard fare cafe cookie. The s'mores flavor to it was unique, and something new. But nothing to rave about. Onwards to the coffee.. aw man. I really wanted to like this place but the coffee was over-extracted, leaving an overly bitter and burnt tasting brew, that not even milk could save. Great for the atmosphere! Absolutely a 10. Amazing walking trails nearby, and incredible bike routes make this cafe THE spot to stop by during your stroll. But as for the coffee; if you're very particular about the quality of the brew, and are looking for a good coffee place you can bet on.. this might not be your cup. A pass on the coffee. A meh on the food. A must for visiting in terms of space. A pass if you're looking for the best brew in the city read more

This place is killer. its biked themed but welcomes all. Not pretentious. Emplyees are especially a part of the aura. Chill but accomoating. They are so real. They are kind and want to serve bc they are good people not becuase of employer prusser. See your yourself. read more

Friendly clean and comfortable. Weekends are crowded with cyclists especially now that weather is changing. read more

Flat white was decent. Matcha pan was ok. Service could be better. There was a 10% discount on drinks with Yelp check in. I asked the staff if it was still valid as it seemed like most places were clueless of any Yelp check in promo. A guy (I presumed is the owner) came over and said yes. When I said I would like a ..., he cut me off and told me to place the order with the staff, who was standing next to him. I think it could be handled better, and not in an abrupt manner. I was quite taken aback. I was also not given the till receipt so I had no idea if that discount was actually applied. I was there when dining in was restricted, so it was enter through one door and exit the other after ordering to wait. The food or drinks would be brought to the pick up table outside. There were patio seating. Parking is available on the street or at the side of building. read more

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I've always liked independent coffee shops. It's often warm, cozy vs the standard, big corporate, one theme fits all kind of store. I love wood, earth, vintage! This place is nice with cozy tables and chairs. There's a couple of chairs comfortable for reading and a long wooden bench comfy to work in. Apparently this place is popular with cyclists. I can see why. Jersey decors adorn the place. There's plenty of parking on a lot or on the street. It's free! Staff is friendly and brought my order to my table. They don't accept cash so bring your credit or atm card. It's probably for safety these days. It has big windows so I can imagine it's nice and bright on regular, summer days. Right now it's cloudy and raining. I ordered the apple cheesecake pastry and my usual black coffee. It's soft when I used my fork to slice thru it which tells me it's not been sitting in the display counter for days. The sweetness goes well with the bitterness of coffee which creates that balance They have a good selection of pastries and muffins. They also make other coffee based drinks. Overall, I like the ambiance and looking forward to coming here often! read more

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Lovely cafe in the Steveston area in Richmond, especially if you are riding your bike! We came here for a pit stop and saw that the cafe was filled with riders doing the same thing. The inside is decorated with bikes and medals which was well suited for the cafe. The baked goods were not bad although I wish it was warmed up and nothing bad to say about the iced latte. Can't wait to come back during my next ride in Richmond! read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Cinnamon bun, blueberry lemon scone, iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Lovely cafe at the south end of Richmond's no2 rd . They especially have a big welcome for cyclists . They have indoor hooks to hangup your bike and plenty of cycle lockup space outside too . Lots or customer parking in the back lot. They have few patio tables outside to enjoy when the weather is good . Coffee is all up to par read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Indoor bike hangers - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Amazing staff & great scones & muffins. A great place to meet for coffee. Very friendly. Outside seating & inside too.

Sanctuary Cafe is indeed, a sanctuary. This coffee shop is tucked at the end of No. 2 Road in Steveston by London Landing. Inside, the shop is decorated with cycling jerseys, medals and other cool bike stuff that reflects the passion of the owner, Tim. You would walk inside and think: Heyyy, this is cool! (Even if you don't cycle!) This place has a wonderful vibe that many Vancouverites and, dare I say hipsters, look for: brick wall, wooden seats, cool artwork, nice beats, a cozy workplace, chill vibe, ethically sourced beans, artisan baked goods and okay, I can keep going. I must say, I was impressed from the moment I walked in. We had delicious coffee and a delicious vegan treat from Flour Girl Baking along with some iced coffees and lattes. But most of all, what we had was fabulous service. We felt truly welcomed, even though we walked in with less than an hour closing time. This is what I would call a neighbourhood gem, inside and out. I hope more people will visit Sanctuary Cafe. When not consuming coffee, I highly recommend taking a stroll on Dyke Road and soaking in some scenic views. Oh and by the way, a tip for you. I checked in on Yelp and got an offer which I hope to use next time I visit. Hope your visit here will be as great as mine. ‍ read more

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$5 for a tiny little cup of flat white. Pies don't look appetizing at all. Could be so much better.

Great ambiance for reading with quiet music and a comfortable seating area. Drinks and food were tasty and reasonably priced.

Great coffee lovingly made and a beautiful locale but... why can I not enjoy my beverage in a ceramic cup while I sit outside literally 5 m from the door!!?? I offered to leave collateral to ensure the cup returns but "company policy" says I cannot drink my $6 cappuccino in a real cup outdoors. Ine can use cups inside, however. Huh?! read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Seating 5 metres from door - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Was pleasantly surprised that they had hot dog pan(bun) and Japanese beef curry pan(deep fried?) and they warmed it up- very tasty. I ordered a London fog, husband and friend had a cappuccino each read more

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One of my favourite coffee shops in Richmond! The coffee is nice and strong without being too bitter, the pastries they have are delicious and I love the overall vibe in this place. They have social distancing precautions so I felt safe and comfortable when ordering and receiving my order read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Iced Latte and Lemon Blueberry Scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

This is a really cute hipster coffee shop just outside of Steveston village. I love that you can park your bike inside the shop. I got ginger tea and my friend got the citrus chamomile tea. I was starting to feel a sore throat coming so I needed some ginger tea to soothe my throat. It worked temporarily and it was quite calming. I think that this is the best location to open up a coffee shop where there are a lot of bikers in the area. My friend and I received a 10% discount with a Yelp check-in. I will visit this shop again. read more

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Cute coffee shop near the dyke. Great indoor and outdoor seating and geared towards cyclists. They have bike racks, bike bumps and other items for cyclists to make a pit stop. Coffee is great and they have really good croissants and cinnamon buns. They do get a bit busy on the weekends, but you can always find a seat! Outdoor seating they provide blankets for you when it gets a bit chilly! Great place!!! read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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This is a cute little coffee shop near Steveston Village in Richmond. It's away from the hustle & bustle of downtown Steveston so you can almost always find a parking spot and grab a seat. Although they do get quite busy in the early mornings as it seems like a frequent pit stop for bikers. We love coming here for their black sesame croissant. It's flaky and crispy on the outside and perfectly moist and dense on the inside AND filled with a nicely balanced sesame paste. They also offer to heat up your croissant so the filling is OOZING when you bite into it. It's truly pastry-perfection! The first time I visited this shop, the owner humbly introduced himself and asked how we enjoyed the croissant. read more

Came here again with my bf on a Sunday afternoon during the Canada long weekend. Cinnamon Bun (with icing): This was pretty good. The bun was tender and it had a good amount of icing on top but it wasn't that amazing compared to the cinnamon buns at Grounds for Coffee. (4/5) Cheese + Onion Scone: This wasn't that bad. It wasn't that dry and it had flavor but I wished it had more cheese in between the layers rather than just on top. (4/5) Overall, I would just recommend getting any of their croissants because they are the best! read more

What a great find. Just came across this lovely cafe the other day. Good place to stop for a tea or coffee (I'm not a coffee drinker, but my friend said it was really good) and a bite to eat. You don't have to be a cyclist to enjoy the atmosphere created by the owner who is a cycle enthusiast. Glad to have found a new place to sit back and relax. Give it a try. read more

Sanctuary Cafe - a bicycle mounted on a wooden wall - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

This was our pitstop on our ride last week. I enjoyed a flat white and a peanut butter & jam filled croissant. The coffee was excellent and my morning treat was absolutely delicious. The barista/owner/cycling enthusiast was super friendly. Loved that we could bring our bikes and rack them inside the cafe. A great motivation to cycle. read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

What a nice surprise. This place is worth the detour from Richmond. Run by a true coffee (and cycling) aficionado, the lattes are beautifully presented and the coffee shop echoes the traditional aesthetic. read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Best coffee in the city. The service here is excellent. You can even bring your bike inside while you enjoy your coffee and food. Highly recommend !! read more

Sanctuary Cafe is truly just that, a cafe sanctuary for remote workers, cycling pals and people and locals for Richmond and Steveston. Thank you for a beautiful spacious atmosphere to work and socialize in and for great coffee and savory buns! Erika read more

pleasant, comfortable cafe in the secluded part of steveston. the interior is modern and clean. they've got a good selection of both sweet and savoury pastries as well as gluten-free options. i had a nice cortado; other than the milk being steamed super hot, i enjoyed it! i paired it with a tasty nanaimo bar. good food and friendly barista. i recommend this place, not just for bike lovers! will be back. read more

Sanctuary Cafe - bike wall - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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awesome service from cute barista who made a delicious mocha. Even got a cool puppachino for my dog. This is a unique coffee shop, better than Starbucks!! read more

Chic and cool place. Near Steveston. For locals by locals? Parking can be a challenge but worth it. Coffee outstanding! read more

Tasty Timbertrain Coffee and a great location near the Dyke and other outdoor areas, but away from the hustle and bustle of the Steveston Village. Very nice decor and atmosphere and indoor bike parking. What a great idea!!! Truly a Sanctuary in the city. read more

Already popular with the cycling crowd, this cafe offers great lattes and baked goods. Easy to miss with all the construction nearby. Look for the bike stands. There are a few parking stalls on the side. read more

Disappointing service. On April 17, 2022, we ordered one cup of macchiato, which took the barista 25+ minutes to make (though there were only two patrons ahead of us). Instead of one order, we were given two and charged accordingly. However, the staff just left the drinks outside and ignored our inquiry. We will return no more. Let's hope that this is an isolated incident. read more

Very stylish hipster coffee shop. I like the atmosphere and because this is out of the way there was plenty of seating that I was able to work on my zine. I had a single shot full milk latte, no sugar. The latte was made to specifications which was appreciated. It's one of the good places in Steveston in the Village. There were some tourists that I had a chat with, outsiders seem to be the best people to talk to at coffee shops 'cause Vancouver is very anti social. Good news is that they do have some gluten free pastry options which was a concern for my girlfriend and I. We weren't expecting it and would've been fine with coffee, however, this was a nice added bonus. Customer service was friendly and the prices were market value. read more

Meh cup of coffee. Very average. You get better food and coffee in so many other places

First time visit today at this new Cafe and won't be my last. Love the indoor parking for bikes (takes some of the stress off looking out the window to see if your bike is still there). The atmosphere is awesome and the owner obviously has a passion for the place (and bikes). Had an ice coffee and it was great. The cinnamon bun was de-lish. Great place to catch up with a friend or just as a planned stop on a bike trip through the area. read more

Had an excellent flat white and the cinnamon bun OMG!!!!! Great space to relax and have a coffee. read more

Sanctuary Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Steveston was truly Blessed with the opening of this fine flavored coffee house. Themed around cycling to compliment our beautiful river side drive, Sanctuary honors quality healthy food and excellent service for all. A must stop for a coffee break! read more

I'd been meaning to visit for a while, and yesterday I finally did! Beautiful space to hang out, friendly service and great coffee. But best of all? The delicious baked goods! There is also an indoor space to park bikes and strollers, which is a really thoughtful touch. I'll definitely be back! read more