MMMMM macaroons! While visiting Vancouver, it was only proper to load my belly up on pastries and macaroons. The hotel guided me here to Thierry and boy was I so glad they did. This place ALWAYS had a crowd when I walked by, but don't let that fool you from thinking you have to wait forever and a day for some yummy treats. The line moved rather the fast and the service was very friendly. We ordered a box of 7 macaroons to go and enjoyed them later in the day. My favorite was the vanilla one, but you can't really go wrong with any flavor macaroon personally! :) read more

Wow! what a great cafe' and chocolate shop with excellent coffee and an appealing decor to boot...

for $6.00 for a tiny piece of cake I was expecting to be blown away. I tried 3 desserts and they were all mediocre.

Today I had a salted caramel macaron. I don't even know how to describe how amazing this was - but I'll try. It's like I'm swimming in a sea of silk. Like I'm caressing the smooth skin of a baby. Like I'm lathered with the softest creamiest lotion. The chills from the first bite are like the warmth flowing through you when you drink a hot cup of tea on a cold Chicago morning. The FEELS I received when I stuck this macaron in my mouth were orgasmic. The emptiness I felt when I finished it was heartbreaking. Is this a little over dramatic? read more

I like that it opens until midnight. Atmosphere is great but the hot chocolate and some deserts I tried wasn't really exceptional. The location, business hrs and atmosphere is 5 stars. The food is 1 star. So I can only give 2 stars. read more

Food: I had an amazing tiramisu. The size, the texture and the flavour were just perfect! Since I love tiramisu in general, I am pretty picky about it. Thus, I love how I can officially count on this place for a good tiramisu from now on! Cost: worth every penny! Service: Pretty good. We did not have to wait to have a table but I can see the wait to be pretty long if the place gets busy. It is not a super big cafe after all. read more

High quality chocolate and delicious desserts. Worth every penny. Thierry I love you.

The desserts are decadent, the decor is classy and there is enough seating for everyone - a winning combination.

Very good place for coffee and deserts. Nice settings. Chocolate cake with hints of hazelnut is the best i tried recently. Though they have a very funny marketing for it by setting only one piece of chocolate cake in a time, pretending its the last one. But after somebody buys it- another piece magically appears :). I found it entertaining as the cake was really good. Coffee was good. Company uses good coffee beans that are not acidic or sour. You will not be disappointed. read more

BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE OVER $2.15 at a "high end cafe". My girlfriend, and I and both of our four-year old sons stopped at Thierry Chocolateri Patisserie Cafe on Alberni Street for a much needed "caffeine break" late afternoon on a Friday. My son "D" pointed to the macaron he wanted - a milky chocolate one - the same macaron that his friend "L" wanted. In total, I purchased a Spanish latte, and an almond croissant for myself, and the macaron for my son, "D", which cost $12.26 including a 15% tip. I brought the tray outside to the patio table - only to discover that "D" told me it was the wrong macaroon as it was not the same as "L"'s. - the milky chocolate one. Due to the ordinary chaos of bringing active children to a café - sometimes moms miss the fine details. I brought back the macaron on the plate and said to the girl at the counter, "Sorry I made an error - my son wanted a different macaron. Is it possible to exchange it for the one that he wants?" She apologized and explained that because the plate was taken outside, I couldn't exchange it. I then found a second girl at the counter, and asked if the manager was around, and again explained the situation. She courteously responded, "Yes, of course. No problem," and she took the plate from me." I thanked her kindly. Moments later, she told me she had to double-check with the manager. The manager came out. He explained: "Unfortunately because the plate left the counter, it cannot be exchanged for another macaron, as we can't re-sell it. However, you can of course - keep the macaron (that you already paid for, that your son doesn't want), and then purchase another macaron." I reluctantly paid him the cash - knowing I had to return to the table and give my son the macaron he wanted, in order to please my child, and avoid making a scene, because of my error in ordering. Paying for the second macaron did not please me. I said, " I'm really surprised about the customer service. Any other café would have given me a complimentary macaron." Isn't "the customer always right"? This is apparently a "high-end", "award-winning" cafe. The manager looked annoyed - and probably thought I was just a crazy stressed out mom who shouldn't bring her children to the café. It would have cost Thierry Café $2.15 to give me a free macaron to keep a customer satisfied, and write a positive review. As well, cafes throw out loads of day-old product. Instead, I'm writing a complaint - and I will not return to Theirry Café - based on my experience. The second customer service girl that I spoke with - is the only person who responded with the appropriate attitude- too bad her manager didn't listen to her. read more

The best liquid chocolate after Max Brenner (in Australia). Sadly, the place was so packed, I didn't feel comfortable sitting inside for a long period of time. read more

My cousin recommended me this place for their macaroons. Tried the French macaroons. Good price for good taste...

My favourite thing here used to be the Chestnut Pecan Pie but it seems like they've changed the recipe. Although it doesn't taste the same, it's still not bad and the crust is to die for. What is disappointing is that recently I've noticed the quality of service has really gone down. The cashiers are often chatting with each other and not paying attention to the customers. Would recommend to not come here for a date. read more

Vancouverites you have a gem of a cafe right in the heart of downtown vancouver. Me and my family had come to vancouver for our family vacation and were looking for a good pastry and coffee shop and were recommended this place by front desk of the hotel we were staying and guess what they had their own coffee shop but they still recommended thierry to us and that immediately made me feel that i am going to be visiting a really nice coffee and pastry shop and thierry certainly did not disappoint. The cafe situated in albernie street had a very quaint and casual ambience inside and with literally some of the best pastries i have seen in a while lined up in front of me as soon as i entered the cafe. The pastries are predominantly french pastries and boy were they good. As you can see from some of my photos , me and my wife ended up having a hard time choosing what we wanted because we had so many good options. They even had cakes with gold foil dressing on top. While that was too big for us , what we did end up having was a couple of cappucinos presented in best manner possible ie i have seen such presentation only on TV and it was that good. The cappucino itself was smooth and well done. We also had a couple of pastries that i am having a hard time even pronouncing or remembering the name as it was the first time i had come across pastries with such unique name and it was called something on lines of suisse cake and was of course of french origin apparently. It is the cake with yellow color icing a chocolate stick dressing on top and i personally had a chocolate cake with a silver foil dressing on top and it was actually dark chocolate (really ) with cake base on inside and i actually found that the best way to eat it was to invert the cake and eat it. And finally to macaroons, this place and vancouver in general had some of the best macaroon flavors i had tasted in a while and in this place i came across a unique jasmine flavored macaroon that was a delight to eat. Subtly flavored with not overpowering jasmine flavor, it seemed to hit right balance between flavoring and retaining essence of macaroon taste one would usually expect and that to me was sign of a cafe that knows what its doing. Would i recommend it , ABSOLUTELY!!! without a doubt and batting an eyelid i would. Go here and enjoy pastries and coffee from what to me is a quality cafe!!! The service by the way was quick but i largely choose to ignore it here due to sheer quality of pastries and coffee in this cafe. Finally the cafe has priced its products just right, being in downtown i went in expecting an expensive coffee and pastry experience but i was pleasantly surprised when i received the bill as it certainly did not burn a hole in my wallet considering the quality of coffee and pastry i had. read more

This place is popular because the cakes are good- probably the best I have had in Vancouver so far. But the $4 London Fog was so watered down and the atmosphere was terrible. For one, the bathroom door kept slamming every two minutes and no matter where you sit, you can hear it- they really should fix that. Also, I had a crowd of people watching me and waiting for me to leave so they can snatch up my seat. In the end, it's probably best you take the cakes to go and make yourself a nice cup of tea at home. read more

Great spot with so many delicious treats. We wanted to try everything but settled on a few chocolate items which were super tasty. I'd spend all day here trying everything off the menu. read more

prices are bit expensive but the pastries and coffee are quite good.. it's a great place to sit out and people watch though... i don't like macaroons but this place make some delicious macaroons.. it almost had me convert to being a macaroon fan.. definitely get the salted caramel one read more

This is my new favourite coffee shop of all time. Too bad I don't live in Vancouver. The canelle are my absolute favourite. Couple that with their macaroons, and add in an espesso and you have a little bit of heaven in Van City. read more

Yes, it's open late, but that doesn't mean they still have everything in stock. It was well before closing, and I got the last macaron: a lemon. It was harder and chewier than I expected from a reknowned pastry chef. The chocolate succe cake with the ganache and mousse filling was better. I'm just partial to dessert cafes so I would come back here if I could. read more

I keep going back, and the elusive pistachio macaron has yet to appear. BUT, I just found out they do beignets. So I ordered them with berry sauce. And they were good. Really really really really really really really GOOD. Next time I'll try it with the chocolate sauce. read more

this is my late night downtown dessert place. the service is always friendly and the dessert displays never fail to nudge my appetite - even after dinner! i love the lively atmosphere and how i can chat and catch up with a girlfriend without feeling pressured to leave, even once it gets busy. read more

The pastries were amazing but the service was not. I don't understand why there was a tip option when all they did was hand me the food. I barely got a smile from both people who served me. read more

The Spanish latte is my favorite. Also the canele (?). Wish I could come here everyday.

Inside was always too noisy to sit & drink if I wanted to relax, so in the warmer months I would sit on the patio with some coffee & a macaroon (which were both excellent), they have a tempting variety of desserts & things to take home too. They have wifi. read more

Visited last night. It's so busy on a Friday night. Food was great. Service was fast. I love the liquid chocolate.

Came here a couple of times to try out their pastries and desserts and was not disappointed. Some friends ordered the "liquid chocolate" and said it tasted great but was a little too pricey for the student budget. I haven't had a chance to try their macarons but I am more interested in their delectable desserts instead. The place is always packed and super busy, and the seats are quite close together so it might be hard for you to have a quiet conversation. I had their almond croissant (my fave pastry) before and it was pretty good. I'd be down to go get another one again if I'm ever near the cafe. read more

I have such a sweet tooth. Usually after dinner I am always thinking what to have for dessert. This bakery/cafe came recommended to us and I am glad it was. It was a Sunday night around 10pm and yes wanting sweets after a heavy meal. This classy pastry cafe was open till midnight. The first thing I noticed were the macaroons. Without thinking I brought a pack. I had eaten macaroons prior, but nothing compares to these. I bought a raspberry flavor and it even had a bit of real raspberries in the middle. They were perfect. For desserts like these the price isn't important. I bought some to take to my sister as well in Renton. Ugh my only complaint is that I didn't buy more for myself! read more

My favorite cafe in all of downtown Vancouver! They do a delicious Spanish latte (made with condensed milk instead of regular), and have a great assortment of pastries. There are wrapped macaron / chocolates boxes too if you're in a rush and need to pick up a quick gift for someone. They're located really close to Robson and all the shops too if you're just looking to sit down after an afternoon of shopping...MUCH preferred to the Starbucks right on Robson. read more

Went with a friend and shared 2 cakes and 3 macarons. I forgot the name of one of the cakes but it was amazing and had a nougat bottom with a layer of caramel and some chocolate mousse on the top. The macarons were softer and chewier than I'm used. We had salted caramel, cassis and earl grey. The salted caramel was a bit too salty in my opinion, the cassis was like a jam filling and the earl grey (my favourite one) was really good but had a buttercream filling and was a bit buttery. Overall it was really good and would go back for that cake and try their hot chocolate. read more

Amazing pastries, and a cute spot for a date that's a little bit different than your usual hang-outs. Try the tiramisu or the lemon tart.

Tried their iced american for the first time... Add just a splash of cream and half sweetener/sugar and its just nummies!!! We also bought the 7pack of macarons which is always a delight! Can't wait to come back and try other flavors and perhaps one if their mini pastry cakes! Customer service was also great! Paid just a little over $20.00 for the macarons and small iced coffee... Thus could be steep for some people... But when you come here you are paying for quality desert that's for sure! read more

I tried the chocolate ganache cake and lemon tart. The show stopper was the lemon tart. So lemony and so delicious with a slightly crunchy caramelized sugar on top! I'd go back again for lemon tart. read more

Been to this place a few times. Walked into the cafe and realize I didn't know how to order stuff. I thought it was like True confection where someone seats u down and serves u. I was totally wrong. You order and you find your own seat. haha. I loved how their macaroons have like real fruits in the ones that are fruit flavoured. I only tried their passion fruit cake. Man, did I love that. Not a big fan of passion fruit but this cake changed my mind. I shared it the first time with a frd and the second time I had it all too myself. Dam, it was really sickening. Way too much for an asian girl like me. Its definitely a dessert place that is on my mind when i'm in downtown. In fact I will give it another visit tonight with another frd. Hoping to try something else. haha. I would have given it a 5 star rating if they had like either smoothies or something fruity to match their fruity sweets. That kinda disappointed me. :( read more

What can I say other than. Out of this world.... Wow the macaroon were the best I've had in all my years of trying one I like... One? I meant 12. Many different selections to choose from and they're all pleasing and delicious as the previous. They're pricy for 12. But worth every dollar read more

Place is good, but does have quite a bit of hype around it. The macaroons are okay, not the best, but the almond croissant was my favourite.

One star off because I first tried Thierry's the day after I got home from a month long stay in Paris due to the fact I felt depressed that I wasn't in Paris anymore and wanted to drink hot chocolate and eat macaroons again. If you've tried Angelina's hot chocolate in Paris, there is no comparison. Macaroons also taste better in Paris. But I'm not in Paris anymore. 8 months later, I think Thierry's the cat's meow. I keep going back for night time delights. (I'm very happy it's open until midnight) The apple turnover I just had is as good as anything I've tasted in Paris so I'm happy. read more

Very nice place. Their desserts look beautiful. Of course I had to try the macaroons. Kind of disappointed cuz it was just way too chewy. Not a fan. Like the outdoor seating. It was a warm summer night with great company and pretty desserts. read more

Decent croissants, coffee is middle of the road. Greatthat they are licensed

Thierry is kind of overwhelming when you come in the first time. The chocolates, the pastries, the ice cream, the drinks - it's a lot. But it also all looks delicious. THe bf and I shared a napoleon, a ginger ganache chocolate, a tea ganache chocolate, and iced teas. Everything was wonderful. I wish there was a place like this in SM - cute cafe to just get dessert. I'll be back. read more

Fantastic!! We tried a few things; their amazing hot chocolate, a chocolate dipped cookie, a salted cookie, a palmier, and a croissant. Everything was divine!!! My fave was the salted cookie and my husband's fave was the palmier. Seattle's best bakery is in Vancouver! read more