Forego the chain coffee shops and spend your time at Finest Cup, where the coffee is fresh and…read moredelicious, the atmosphere is cozy and the vibe is cool. The owner couldn't be nicer! You can subscribe and take home ethically sourced, small batch roasted Ethiopian Specialty coffees. Enjoy a true neighborhood gem.

I love their protein shakes and iced matcha. It's a nice cozy place. Service is also great. I also…read morelove the smell of the place

Great coffee and a friendly team serving as well. There was a small incident where, during the…read moremaking of my latte, the barista had to jump around the counter to the front door to help a woman who was in the middle of a CRA tax scam call. The coffee shop hosts a bitcoin ATM and apparently they see quite a few victims come in to send money off to telephone confidence scammers. I jumped in to help explain the issue to the poor woman who was dealing with the callers (being in IT and dealing with business security as well). So I got a really nice latte *and we thwarted a virtual robbery attempt. I didn't get the barista names but she's worth a very very large tip.

Exactly what is needed in this little corner strip mall off Bowen. Delicious scones, fresh roasted…read moreorganic coffee (they roast in house), and extremely pleasant staff. They keep day olds (still yummy) for cheap and if you bring your own mug, they charge for a small cup. I like the homey feel and couches. Very unpretentious and friendly. Bonus- bitcoin atm that you can purchase bitcoin AND get cash for your bitcoin (harder to find). Love going after my workout at Driven:)

Amazing coffee! Their Thunderbird and Raven blends are delicious. Love supporting a local company…read morethat also supports the environment.

Fresh press coffee offers various type of drink. They expanded more different type of matcha item,…read moreso, I visited to get strawberry matcha latte. Their matcha flavor was very strong, I really liked it. Then, strawberry puree came after. In general, fruit flavor is always dominant than matcha, but, this place is matcha dominant in nice way. I really liked it.

Visited Freshpress Coffee Bar recently and had the best time trying their Sakura Set--a beautiful…read moreseasonal tray that's as delicious as it is aesthetic! For just $16.99, the set came with a fluffy strawberry chiffon cake, ice cream with dacaron, and chocolate-dipped strawberries with pistachio, plus a drink of your choice. I went with the Iced Strawberry Matcha and it was light, refreshing, and perfectly paired with the sweets. I also tried their matcha mochi, which was soft and chewy, and their buttery shortbread cookies in matcha, pistachio, and earl grey flavors--each one had a rich, homemade taste. The Shanghai Fog was also super smooth and comforting. They also have locally sourced coffee beans for purchase. Everything was beautifully presented, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend visiting while the Sakura menu is still available!

The cafe is beautiful. It's modern and the greenery inside is so calming. The shop has plenty of…read moreseating as well. The staff are so friendly and as someone who is from Seattle, the warmth of the baristas was not only different for me, but it was genuine and not forced. The coffee was AMAZING. There are even coffee tastings to try the coffee to see which one suits you best. They offer baked items in a case and coffee for purchase. I look forward to coming back here when I visit.

Some of the best coffee in Vancouver. Never a miss with a latte or even just an espresso shot…read more Great waffle pastries as well. Always make an attempt to get beans from here when I take a trip north.

Found this cute little coffee shop tucked away in a little corner of Burnaby and we were delighted…read moreto be welcomed with such warm hospitality, tasty drinks and treats. It is a small space, but full of personality and charm. We ordered a Matcha Latte ($7), Japanese Latte ($7), and Matcha & Black Sesame Moffin ($1.50/each). I personally enjoy my matcha unsweetened so I loved that this one was served without sweeteners, and the matcha is lighter bodied with earthy flavours. The Japanese latte is made with coffee beans from Japan, and I'm not a coffee drinker usually so I can't comment much other than the fact it tasted mellow but had depth. The mochi muffins were not too sweet and deliciously chewy! I'd love to come back to try their hojicha latte!

handwork coffee studio is very cozy japanese coffee shop. Space was very small, but, there are some…read moreantique furniture nicely decorated and wam atmosphere. what I got: houjicha latte. I guess barista did not add too much sugar, however, I did not need it. Houjicha flavor was was very bold and strong, and paired with milk so well. I really enjoyed houjicha itself, no sugar necessary. It really reminds me of houjicha latte in Japan. Barista was Japanese lady. very friendly and nice. I was very impressed and definitely want to go back the shop as soon as I can. I want to try their baking goods next time.

This is probably the most delicious coffee I have ever tasted. It was so good I had to have a…read moresecond cup and I can't wait to try to the other 3 flavors this company offers. This is a great way to support indigenous businesses as each package features art from different nations across turtle island and each represents a part of the medicine wheel. Part of proceeds also go to support indigenous artists. So not only is it absolutely a delicious luxurious tasting coffee, it is also an ethical company that gives back to the community. I highly Recommend ordering this coffee and I can't wait to try to the other 3 flavors.

Awesome little coffee shop! Love me some kale salad and their croutons and breadkudos deliciousread more

Decided to grab a coffee from Fernwood Coffee Company. There is a cafe, Parsonage Cafe, attached…read more The place was busy on a Tuesday afternoon. Plenty of seating inside and out. Tried a flat white ($4.25) with oat milk ($0.50). Creamy and smooth.

One of the best flat white I ever tasted, probably the best in metro vancouver area. It is very…read moresmooth with the velvety mouthfeel I am looking for. Look for Al, the barista with 20+ years of experience in the coffee industry. He has won competitions in HK, and seriously knows what a proper flat white is. He's usually at the coffee shop on weekdays, which is unfortunate for me since I don't live in this area. This is a coffee shop, specializing in drinks. Food seems to be an afterthought. It serves the typical bagel, muffin, biscotti and pre-made sandwiches. Located next to Indigo, the store front is totally unpretentious and makes you wonder what it sells. I had to google map it to know it's a cafe. It's a great location. Buy a book and have a coffee. Giving a throwback moment when it's common to have a coffee place nestled within the bookstore. This is the closest to getting that here. I'll definitely be telling my friends about this place. It opened last year and I hope it will continue to thrive here. They currently have their coffee roasted elsewhere but will be roasting their own coffee soon. Al has experience in roasting coffee and I'm looking forward to seeing that.

great customer service, the coffee was phenomenal and i just had to ask where it was from. the…read moreowner is very passionate about coffee and the food is made from the kitchen, which i love. overall 10/10

This place is open on Sunday! Yay!…read more I actually came here just because there is a dearth of good independent coffee places in my area, and only 1 is open on Sunday mornings. Thanks to Yelp and the reviews, I stumbled onto this listing. The coffee shop is cute, very cute with Christmas ornaments and stocking fillers on sale. It also serves simple sandwiches (e.g. grilled cheese), baked goodies besides coffee. The flat white I had was good, comparable to those hipster coffee shops in Vancouver. It has its own regulars and people are friendly. I will come here again when I want to have a good cup of coffee and read a book. It is also not overly crowded on Sunday morning which is nice.

We were considering moving to the area and had decided to check out local spots. Cravings was where…read morewe spent some time in the morning. The cute little gift section, hand made cards, and knick knacks is so great.... but the coffee is better! Really great coffee, hand made, quick and without the complicated fanfare. They have a nice selection of eats, too. In the summer, they make a little back patio to sit outside as well. Big fan and so glad it's in our new hood!