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    The Garden Strathcona

    4.7 (44 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Digest tea
    Leah R.

    The decor was beautiful and so comfy and calming. The service was outstanding. The barista was amazing at helping us out. The digest tea was incredible and presented beautifully. The quiche is only available on the weekends, but was to die for.

    Audrey T.

    What a delightful coffee shop! Decided to stop by for a treat, and was enamoured by the greenery, the plant wall, the cute products and the overall vibes of the space. One hour time limit for their tables if you dine in. I got the latte - super delicious and smooth. I also got the oatmeal chocolate chip cookie ($3) as recommended by the staff member. Perfectly sweet and balanced with the latte.

    coffee shop with daily rotation of freshly baked treats
    Nat L.

    had a delightful brunch with my girlfriend on saturday at 12:30 pm at garden strathcona, which was bustling with activity. after placing our orders, we checked out their merch and soaked in the peaceful garden vibes. the latte with oat milk was silky smooth, and my choice, the mushroom bowl with a ramen egg, was healthy, filling and delicious. packed with mushrooms, peas, wild rice, brown rice, kale, pickled beets, carrots, mushrooms, pumpkin seeds, and green onions, it offered a delightful mix of textures. even the bathroom's wallpaper added to the charm of this unexpected gem in town.

    Chewy vegan choc chip cookie
    Emily S.

    Just a gorgeous little cafe/shop. It's worth noting it's open during this difficult time, and they are following distancing rules. So gold star for that. They also have a great takeout menu for food! On my last visit I snagged a few of their outrageously addictive chewy vegan chocolate chip cookies and grabbed a tea and coffee to go aswell. They have a lovely selection of plants and when things are normal again I can't wait to go back with my friends. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CAFE/plant shop ;)

    Exterior
    Leanne M.

    The Garden Strathcona is in it's name, a Garden! The interior of this place is absolutely stunning. There are plants everywhere, a little mini shop, and a beautiful studio space to rent. A friend and I took a visit here on a super rainy day. I got the Mocha, and she got an oat milk latte (a plus is that the milk substitutes come at no extra charge!) the coffee we both had was delish! The reason I'm not giving 5 stars, the food and treat selection is minimal. It is high quality (I had a salted chocolate chip cookie, which was super yummy). I wish there were a few more options. All in all - highly recommend coming here at last on once! It's such a stunning and west coast environment, you'll want to check out this Plant Heaven!

    Oat milk latte
    Maud K.

    Great Coffee and inside is so cute! Full of plants very peaceful and enjoyable place for a coffee break. I had the mushroom bowl and a latte and it was great

    Nicole G.

    Always a treat! The coffee, especially the blue latte - the pastries and food are heavenly. There is a fantastic local feel and you can tell that whomever runs it is on top of things and has good taste. I like that they also sell plants and the upstairs is for tent for events.

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    Paula C.

    Simply amazed there is such an indoor retreat like this tucked in Strathcona! Not only is the natural decor captivating but the food at The Garden Strathcona is just as lush! I ordered the Soba Noodle Bowl + Ham & Cheese Scone + Mocha + Macchiato. The Soba Noodle Bowl was such a balanced dish with so many flavours, vegetables and that perfectly marinated ramen egg will definitely hit my replay list over and over again! The drinks were great too with bold coffee beans flavours. Not only do they have drinks, food, and baked items but they also have a section inside and online to shop for a variety of local products too! Simply love this place for every aspect they have perfected!

    Vegan tofu scramble
    Matt B.

    Awesome place with one of the best vegan tofu scrambles in town. We stopped in for a late breakfast during the week and were impressed at the setup of the place, especially since it's in a not-so-great part of town. Semi-upscale feel to the interior, with limited seating, you order up at the counter and they bring your food out. They have lots of vegan options, including a build-your-own porridge, a tofu scramble, and lots of delicious-looking baked goodies. We each ordered the scramble ($14 plus tax), and a large drip (dark roast) coffee ($2.75 plus tax; comes with one free refill, which is nice). The coffee was really nice, one of the better breakfast coffee options I've had locally. The tofu scrambles came out in under 10 minutes and were sublime. The cashew creme and roasted poblano & avocado crema create a lovely, soft texture to this scramble. The black beans, tomato, and greens (green onion, parsley and kale, I think?) were added in excellent proportion. The bread they serve is fresh and hearty, drizzled with a little olive oil. Overall, a fantastic breakfast spot with tons of vegan options. We will definitely be back. Highly recommended.

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    Derek B.

    This place is about as close as one can come to perfection. Coffee- incredible. Staff- knowledgeable and friendly. Atmosphere- picturesque. Food- delicious. This is simply a lovely environment wherein coffee and service are clearly passions and community reigns supreme. Bravo. I will be here as often as is possible.

    Chewy chocolate chip cookie & gluten-free banana loaf
    Jenna W.

    Plants here, plants there, plants everywhere! The Garden Strathcona is a stunning café. This would make a great spot to read a book or catch up with some friends. My partner and I shared a flat white with oat milk, the chewy chocolate chip cookie, and the gluten-free chocolate chip banana loaf. Cafés that offer oat milk as their default "milk" or at no extra charge already receive extra marks from me! The coffee was very rich and smooth. The loaf and cookie were huge! 5/5 for the coffee and 4/5 for the pastries. From candles to books, they sell goods from other local businesses--they're a one-stop-shop. I love everything about this place--it's thoughtfully designed. To say we're mildly obsessed is an understatement.

    Beautiful interior
    Issabelle F.

    5 stars across the board for this beautiful, aesthetically pleasing coffee shop and store. I popped in to grab a coffee and some grub and was pleasantly surprised with how pretty and modern it was in here; think industrial meets boho. Upon walking in you're greeted with lush greenery left and right. No wonder it's called The Garden. The ladies at the counter were super friendly and patient as I took a tad bit longer looking through the menu. Upon their recommendation, in addition to my large drip coffee, I got the vegan breakfast bowl, banana bread, and a jar of Mumgry chocolate peanut butter. When I say that everything was delicious, I. mean. everything. was. delicious. The vegan breakfast bowl took me by surprise and the "eggs" had such a strong resemblance to real eggs, I forgot till halfway through my meal that the whole thing was vegan. The avocado fresco sauce that topped it was the icing on the cake. Honestly, things I never knew I needed in my life: avocado fresca. The banana bread was also delicious, moist, and flavourful. I like to mix things up and try different things, but I'll likely get this exact meal again, it was that good. On top of a cafe, The Garden serves as a store that carries a variety of local goods ranging from accessories, jewelry, fragrances, candles, and cards. If I wasn't in a bit of a rush, I would've loved to browse more. Definitely adding this spot to my coffee shop rotation from now on. Thanks for a wonderful experience, Garden Strath! PS - I know Mumgry isn't their own brand, but if you haven't tried it yet. It is the best nut butter that I've tried in my life. Yup, I said it. Get yourself a jar from here!

    Kit Yee Y.

    I came here for a cup of latte and bought a salty chocolate chip cookie. It was awesome! The exterior and interior are decorated very nicely with flowers and plants. The ambience was very comfortable that I would love to sit and enjoy my latte and cookie but I had to head back to work. The coffee shop has a high ceiling height. They are selling some merchandises in one of the corners. A barista who took my order was very friendly. She greeted, smiled and chatted with me. The latte tasted great. The cookie was even more delicious than ones that I bought at other coffee shops. I would never think of such a good coffee shop in this neighbourhood. There is street parking. The pricing of the coffee was average but the cookies cost more. It was $7.xx for both a latte and a cookie. It was a bit more expensive in this neighbourhood but in terms of quality, I felt it was worth the price. I would like to come back and try other beverages and pastries.

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    Decent food and drinks. Customer service was good. No place to sit for myself and my family so it's small.

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    Such good coffee!!! Staff is so nice, and they have many homemade gifts (soap, honey, etc)... perfect little gifts for any day!

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    I'm so glad they opened up in my neighbourhood. My favourite coffee/lunch/snack spot in Vancouver.

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    Gorgeous shop and cafe. Baking is insanely good. Always mean to go here more often. I love!!!!!

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    Epic. Best cafe in the area, bar none. Great coffee, great atmosphere. The cookies are to die for.

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