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As delicious as beautiful they look! This place has become one of my favorite places to go for an indulgent treat or fancy edible gift. They offer a large variety of croissant based items with a variety of savory and sweet toppings/stuffings. Their price point is very reasonable for the quality. Lots of layered flakiness and well portioned flavor additions. I feel you can't really go wrong with any of their choices. I've gotten several drinks from here as well but today was the mocha. It was one of the best I've had. Not overly sweet yet made with a good amount of chocolate. Alongside Mink it's one of my favorite places for a mocha. The seating is comfortable but can fell a bit squishy if a crowd builds up by the entrance and along the aisle. It also boggles my mind how they are closed on Sundays. They are closed Mondays too which are more typical, but I've lost count how many times I've wanted to grab something there on a Sunday only to remember they're closed.
Not a big space, but there is a pretty varied selection of desserts and pastries as well as soup and sandwiches and a full coffee/tea menu on offer. Tables are placed very close together so there isn't much sense of intimacy, but even so I like the layout of the cafe. The tables are all placed near the windows so they get natural light, and there's this one corner that looked really cozy. There's a fenced-off patio area that's also a little cramped but still has those nice fresh-air vibes. Given that they're usually busy, I much prefer the tight seating situation over a scarcity of tables. The appropriately chocolatey tones of the interior are very aesthetically appealing. I ordered: Tomato & bocconcini sandwich: Also included avocado, which added a nice texture and didn't steal the show from the other ingredients, and roasted red peppers, which added little bursts of flavour. Very tasty, a little messy - could have perhaps used a little less aioli to make things from slide around less, but it's not like there was WAY too much as it was. Champagne truffle cake: Delicious! The very dark chocolate ganache coating was heavenly and all in all there was a very nice play of flavours going on here. The inherent sweetness of the cake was balanced out by the bittersweetness of the dark chocolate and the booziness of champagne. Iced London fog: Very memorable! Usually I pay attention primarily to the quality of the tea and not so much the vanilla syrup, but here, in addition to using a very fragrant earl grey, I couldn't help but notice the strong vanilla bean flavour, which was achieved even without using a ton of syrup to sweeten it. I'm very impressed because some places struggle to make the iced version of London fog properly unless they use tea powder, but this tasted like steeped tea and was perfect. In addition to the very good food, the staff here were all very pleasant to interact with, and it was a good sign to see many people behind the counter with clear roles to keep organized and on top of the traffic.
My Kouign-amann had a glorious surprise of Raspberry coulis inside! I hope it becomes a regular item.
Wow, can't believed I've never reviewed the OG Chocolatier of YVR. Keeping this simple as possible without being redundant. My faves: Double Baked Almond Croissant, Hot chocolate, Chocolates. My rant: Pear Frangipane Compared to whole foods pear frangipane (which I haven't seen since 2021...), Whole Foods win. Why? (and I have made this before like 3X and I was very successful). The pear is to hard, and not poached properly even if its not ripe, you can cook it longer with a bit more cinnamon. The pear brine wasn't sweet enough. The pear was rubbery in the tart, with how it's placed so closely, it's suppose to be fanned out so ones fork can glide through it until you hit the tart crust with a bit of resistance. The almond frangipane filling had no almond flavour, that is too basic to skimp out. The glaze is weak also for the finish, you had a raspberry layer but no apricot glaze? I don't get it. Overall it was doughy and under seasoned with no pear flavour or almond flavour. My low review hopefully balances out the line up at the Haas Haus.
What a treasure to be able to savour such a wonderful dessert, really a pillar in chocolates, gateaux, other desserts and pastries in Vancouver for so many years, this creation is also a standout. Attractive to the eye, the vibrant colours really popped. The fusion of a classic seasonal fruit tart with crème and lemon curd was unbelievably tantalizing. We have gone to heaven with so much lemon curd, tart and sweet at the same time, great texture and so balanced in flavour, We fought for the last bite. The pâté sucrée rounded out the whole experience with a desirable richness and sweetness. The crumbly texture was a great compliment to the smooth gentle toppings.
The cake here is solid. The chocolate is fantastic. Croissants are crispy, buttery and satisfying. Thomas Haas and crew are super talented. Their chocolate art display is always out of this world beautiful. I absolutely love the Blak collection. Still remember my first bite after my good friend spoit me with it on my birthday one year. I knew this is 'the' chocolate cake on my list. This round, we tried the yuzu mousse. Beautifully balanced in texture and flavour. Definitely light when you want dessert and had no room. The mango coconut mousse though!!! It is my new favourite amongst the many here. Pear tart also made a lasting impression
Thomas Haas had been on my hit list since taking a pastry masterclass with him back in 2004 when he was the Pastry Chef at Daniel in NYC.I always said I was gonna visit his shop if I ever made it to Vancouver...15 YEARS LATER! We arrived early Saturday morning, just before opening, which in my opinion is the best thing to do, for best selections! I perused the case up front like a kid in a candy store-macarons, bonbons, truffles, petite gateaux(little cakes), vienoisserie(breakfast pastries), and gift baskets and retail items in the back. This place is loaded! Unfortunately Chef Haas wasn't there until the afternoon, but one of the ladies behind the counter was very helpful in suggesting items that I may want to try. After debating, contemplating, and improvising, I finally pumped the brakes after she kindly replied with a little giggle, "Just so you know, you have 4 desserts and 4 baked goods" Glad I stopped there because when our order came up, there were no trays and everything was plated individually which filled our little table to the limit! Patrons in line did double takes and comments like "Oh my, he's definitely got his hands full!" and "That's quite a spread!" were heard LOL!!! We shared the Pull apart loaf, Kouign Amann, Ham and Cheese Croissant, Cherry Turnover, Special of the Week, Black Forest Cake, Mascarpone Mousse Cake, and Almond Pear Tart. Each and every bite was delicious and my Maple Latte was a perfect accompaniment to our breakfast of champions. The service and staff were very pleasant and the variety of items were great (come EARLY for best selections!), price point is perfect, and it's not too far from Kitsilano Beach were we took in the scenery afterwards. ALOHA!!! SHAKA METER: \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ 5
Sublime. Where do I start? The variety of viennoiserie left me wanting more than I could eat in one sitting. Light, flaky and with the right balance of crisp and buttery. The double baked chocolate was a favorite. The pistachio and traditional pain au chocolate satisfying. But it was the pastries that blended a smooth, rich and neither too sweet nor overwhelming that left us wanting more. Beautifully boxed for a trip over to friends for dinner. Then top it off with a hot chocolate to cut the cool winter morning and we are off to the races. Do I need to say anything more? We'll be back.
I love chocolate, and while I've had my fair share of high-quality chocolates, Thomas Haas stands out above the rest because of the amazing service, excellent quality of their chocolates, innovative flavors, and diverse selection. I'm thoroughly impressed by Mr. Haas' background in the chocolatier profession, and it truly shows in his creations. I loved everything I tried when I visited both of their locations, one in Kitsilano and the other in West Vancouver. I also enjoyed their matcha latte, which I prefer to drink unsweetened. I'm already looking forward to visiting again when I return to Vancouver. This was one of my favorite experiences while visiting this lovely city. Even more amazing, if you're on a ketogenic lifestyle like me, their sugar-free chocolates are some of the best you'll ever have. No yucky aspartame. They taste amazing. read more
Needless to say this is indulgence at its best. Went for a quick & cheap dessert before a birthday dinner. It was paired with roobois tea which I'm not a fan of but the person who ordered it was. The pastry was good, enjoyed it. read more
We visited the Thomas Haas Kitsilano location to pick up an online cake order. As soon as I walked in, I was immediately transported back to Europe--the look and feel of the café felt so familiar, especially after having just returned from France, Barcelona, and Italy the previous week. The staff was wonderful and carefully packaged the Black Forest Cake for my husband's birthday. It's his favorite cake, and we ended up getting the 10-12 person size for our group of six. Oh well, more delicious leftovers for the next few days! The cake was incredibly decadent, featuring Kirsch-scented chocolate cake with Kirsch Chantilly and fresh cherry compote on a shortbread base. It was a perfect celebration cake. I am looking forward to coming back for coffee and treats; I couldn't take my eyes off the pastries and sweets in the display case. read more
2 years ago
As delicious as beautiful they look! This place has become one of my favorite places to go for an indulgent treat or fancy edible gift. They offer a large variety of croissant based items with a variety of savory and sweet toppings/stuffings. Their price point is very reasonable for the quality. Lots of layered flakiness and well portioned flavor additions. I feel you can't really go wrong with any of their choices. I've gotten several drinks from here as well but today was the mocha. It was one of the best I've had. Not overly sweet yet made with a good amount of chocolate. Alongside Mink it's one of my favorite places for a mocha. The seating is comfortable but can fell a bit squishy if a crowd builds up by the entrance and along the aisle. It also boggles my mind how they are closed on Sundays. They are closed Mondays too which are more typical, but I've lost count how many times I've wanted to grab something there on a Sunday only to remember they're closed. read more
6 months ago
10 months ago
Not a big space, but there is a pretty varied selection of desserts and pastries as well as soup and sandwiches and a full coffee/tea menu on offer. Tables are placed very close together so there isn't much sense of intimacy, but even so I like the layout of the cafe. The tables are all placed near the windows so they get natural light, and there's this one corner that looked really cozy. There's a fenced-off patio area that's also a little cramped but still has those nice fresh-air vibes. Given that they're usually busy, I much prefer the tight seating situation over a scarcity of tables. The appropriately chocolatey tones of the interior are very aesthetically appealing. I ordered: Tomato & bocconcini sandwich: Also included avocado, which added a nice texture and didn't steal the show from the other ingredients, and roasted red peppers, which added little bursts of flavour. Very tasty, a little messy - could have perhaps used a little less aioli to make things from slide around less, but it's not like there was WAY too much as it was. Champagne truffle cake: Delicious! The very dark chocolate ganache coating was heavenly and all in all there was a very nice play of flavours going on here. The inherent sweetness of the cake was balanced out by the bittersweetness of the dark chocolate and the booziness of champagne. Iced London fog: Very memorable! Usually I pay attention primarily to the quality of the tea and not so much the vanilla syrup, but here, in addition to using a very fragrant earl grey, I couldn't help but notice the strong vanilla bean flavour, which was achieved even without using a ton of syrup to sweeten it. I'm very impressed because some places struggle to make the iced version of London fog properly unless they use tea powder, but this tasted like steeped tea and was perfect. In addition to the very good food, the staff here were all very pleasant to interact with, and it was a good sign to see many people behind the counter with clear roles to keep organized and on top of the traffic. read more
2 years ago
My Kouign-amann had a glorious surprise of Raspberry coulis inside! I hope it becomes a regular item. read more
4 years ago
Wow, can't believed I've never reviewed the OG Chocolatier of YVR. Keeping this simple as possible without being redundant. My faves: Double Baked Almond Croissant, Hot chocolate, Chocolates. My rant: Pear Frangipane Compared to whole foods pear frangipane (which I haven't seen since 2021...), Whole Foods win. Why? (and I have made this before like 3X and I was very successful). The pear is to hard, and not poached properly even if its not ripe, you can cook it longer with a bit more cinnamon. The pear brine wasn't sweet enough. The pear was rubbery in the tart, with how it's placed so closely, it's suppose to be fanned out so ones fork can glide through it until you hit the tart crust with a bit of resistance. The almond frangipane filling had no almond flavour, that is too basic to skimp out. The glaze is weak also for the finish, you had a raspberry layer but no apricot glaze? I don't get it. Overall it was doughy and under seasoned with no pear flavour or almond flavour. My low review hopefully balances out the line up at the Haas Haus. read more
What a treasure to be able to savour such a wonderful dessert, really a pillar in chocolates, gateaux, other desserts and pastries in Vancouver for so many years, this creation is also a standout. Attractive to the eye, the vibrant colours really popped. The fusion of a classic seasonal fruit tart with crème and lemon curd was unbelievably tantalizing. We have gone to heaven with so much lemon curd, tart and sweet at the same time, great texture and so balanced in flavour, We fought for the last bite. The pâté sucrée rounded out the whole experience with a desirable richness and sweetness. The crumbly texture was a great compliment to the smooth gentle toppings. read more
The cake here is solid. The chocolate is fantastic. Croissants are crispy, buttery and satisfying. Thomas Haas and crew are super talented. Their chocolate art display is always out of this world beautiful. I absolutely love the Blak collection. Still remember my first bite after my good friend spoit me with it on my birthday one year. I knew this is 'the' chocolate cake on my list. This round, we tried the yuzu mousse. Beautifully balanced in texture and flavour. Definitely light when you want dessert and had no room. The mango coconut mousse though!!! It is my new favourite amongst the many here. Pear tart also made a lasting impression read more
1 year ago
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6 years ago
Thomas Haas had been on my hit list since taking a pastry masterclass with him back in 2004 when he was the Pastry Chef at Daniel in NYC.I always said I was gonna visit his shop if I ever made it to Vancouver...15 YEARS LATER! We arrived early Saturday morning, just before opening, which in my opinion is the best thing to do, for best selections! I perused the case up front like a kid in a candy store-macarons, bonbons, truffles, petite gateaux(little cakes), vienoisserie(breakfast pastries), and gift baskets and retail items in the back. This place is loaded! Unfortunately Chef Haas wasn't there until the afternoon, but one of the ladies behind the counter was very helpful in suggesting items that I may want to try. After debating, contemplating, and improvising, I finally pumped the brakes after she kindly replied with a little giggle, "Just so you know, you have 4 desserts and 4 baked goods" Glad I stopped there because when our order came up, there were no trays and everything was plated individually which filled our little table to the limit! Patrons in line did double takes and comments like "Oh my, he's definitely got his hands full!" and "That's quite a spread!" were heard LOL!!! We shared the Pull apart loaf, Kouign Amann, Ham and Cheese Croissant, Cherry Turnover, Special of the Week, Black Forest Cake, Mascarpone Mousse Cake, and Almond Pear Tart. Each and every bite was delicious and my Maple Latte was a perfect accompaniment to our breakfast of champions. The service and staff were very pleasant and the variety of items were great (come EARLY for best selections!), price point is perfect, and it's not too far from Kitsilano Beach were we took in the scenery afterwards. ALOHA!!! SHAKA METER: \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ 5 read more
5 years ago
Sublime. Where do I start? The variety of viennoiserie left me wanting more than I could eat in one sitting. Light, flaky and with the right balance of crisp and buttery. The double baked chocolate was a favorite. The pistachio and traditional pain au chocolate satisfying. But it was the pastries that blended a smooth, rich and neither too sweet nor overwhelming that left us wanting more. Beautifully boxed for a trip over to friends for dinner. Then top it off with a hot chocolate to cut the cool winter morning and we are off to the races. Do I need to say anything more? We'll be back. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
Ordered a pistachio cherry tart which was lovely not overly sweet or tarty, it has been a while since i really enjoyed a dessert bought from outside,will have to try other's they offer. read more
What stood out to me is how friendly and helpful the staff are. I would recommend their double-baked croissant. It's about $6.50 but I think it is worth it! It is a decent size and definitely filling! The macarons are also really yummy. It is an overall excellent boutique bakery and cafe that is worth checking out read more
2 years ago
Staff are super friendly! And I'm a big fan of their double baked almond croissants. Their soufflé is a good take away option since you can always heat it up following the instructions on their box :) They have a cosy little patio area with 3 tables outside :) read more
The pastries here are first rate, and the interior design is modern and appealing (look at that ceiling!). Service is efficient and friendly, but there can be a wait when the relatively small cafe/shop becomes busy. Chocolate creations are clever. Some are more for looks than taste. But the truffles and other taste creations are good. Overall, worth a visit. And it's a good thing I don't live in Vancouver, or I'd be in here all too often. read more
2 years ago
9 years ago
This was my second stop on the 2018 Hot Chocolate Festival. I am not sure why I have never been here previously. The presentation of the baked goods, savoury and sweet items is impressive. The service was exceptional. Thomas Haas had two options available and I ordered the Snowball Fight in Chamonix: A 49% hot chocolate with chestnut served with a chestnut and coconut rum snowball truffle and chocolate shortbread. I liked the whimsical concept and how they tied it all together. The shortbread, truffle and hot chocolate were all excellent...and it kept me wanting more. The only challenge is finding a seat as this place is so popular and seating is quite limited. I did manage to eventually secure a seat inside...yeah. It was a very positive food experience and happy to recommend Thomas Haas...have to return to try those almond croissants. read more
Delicious, quality chocolates, amazing food, a cozy vibe and absolutely out of this world service. Thomas Haas Kitsilano is one of my favorites and go-to for chocolates! Everything is perfectly balanced and the staff really know their menu well. The hot chocolate is always made to perfection, and pairing it with a nice light passion fruit mango cheesecake is the way to go! I love how the cheesecake was just the right size and not too dense or sour either. I highly recommend! read more
7 years ago
This is a great place for pastries! I love their double baked almond croissant. So decadent and tasty. Their sandwiches are quite tasty as well as are their coffee drinks. There is not much seating but if it is a nice day and you can get seats outside it is a great place for people watching. read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
I have to admit the selection of macaroons, chocolates, pastries and cakes is really fantastic! I am obsessed with almond croissants and what makes the croissants here so unique is that they are dense, heavy and amazing flavour of almond paste! It felt like a mini meal and would pair soo well with a tea! Hot chocolate was a bit much with all the other desserts. Happy to see this cafe participating in the hot chocolate festival: "2021, here we come" was 10/10 (Fresh and bright white hot chocolate with passion fruit and passion fruit pâte de fruit) read more
Back in the 90's an old friend would fly several times between Vancouver & Toronto. I had only 1 request of him - bring me back a half dozen Almond Croissants! To this day I truly believe those were the best tasting croissants I have ever had in my life!!! Wish I had the name of that TO bakery - think it was on Church St.! It's not uncommon to come into TH & leave with 2 tins of goodies costing over $100! So bring lots of cash if you drop in! I ordered the Double Baked Almond Croissant & the classic Hot Chocolate. So I found the croissant to be ok. It's very filling & TH is not stingy with its almond shavings on this croissant! I think I would have preferred it warmed up slightly to soften it as I found it very chewy. If you're dressed up beware - be careful as I got bits all over my cloths & the sprinkled white powder from the croissant was all over my jeans! LOL Don't get me wrong - it was still tasty I just would have liked to savour every bite in my mouth but couldn't cause I kept chewing it up to break it down. The hot chocolate was smooth & just ok. I love TH because it offers various treats & really there's no way you can leave here saying - 'I couldn't find something I liked!' I still give TH top marks for presentation, cleanliness, & great variety! Besides TH is a Vancouver mainstay & deserving of high marks! read more
5 years ago
Visited Thomas Haas on a Friday afternoon (around 1). No lineup when we got there but there was a lineup after we had gotten our food. We had the iced passionfruit tea, ham and cheese croissant, pain au chocolate, croissant, hazelnut Danish and creme brulee. Overall the ham and cheese croissant and the regular croissant were my favourite. The ham and cheese has a very distinct cheese flavour somewhat smoky. The croissant is nice and crispy. Lots of layers - good lamination. Usually I would get their double baked almond but they had just sold their last one which was disappointing. My least favourite was the hazelnut Danish. I couldn't taste any of the hazelnut and the raisins made the danish extra sweet. The creme brulee we had was very creamy and not overly sweet. It was also very cute and came in a reusable jar. Overall would recommend Thomas Haas for their croissants. The prices are decent and lots of variety available. read more
11 years ago
I came here the second time to enjoy some sweets. This chocolate store kept the good quality and maintained their standards. I ordered an almond mascarpone and champagne truffle. They were excellent!! Almond mascarpone was quite light, fluffy and soft that I didn't feel too filling or sweet. It was about right! The champagne truffle had different layers of chocolates. Yummy! It was irresistible! Chocolate lovers should order the champagne truffle. Now Vancouver is having the hot chocolate festival. Thomas Hass has Mumbai meets Paris and Caribbean for this festival. I ordered Mumbai meets Paris. It was a great combination of both chai spiced 62%dark hot chocolate with the orange and Grand Marnier Chantilly, Praline. The customers kept coming into the store and bought sweets, pastries and cakes. The boss Thomas Hass was there to help out and even fixed the door that made squeaking noise. There were other options such as macaroons, bread and croissants if you didn't like cakes and other pastries. It is great to come here with a date or a small group of friends to enjoy the sweets. read more
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