Came here for some bubble tea in the afternoon only to find out the place was closed. Yet the sign…read morewas flipped to "Open", and the business hours on the door clearly said the place was staying open for a few more hours. And no, there was no sign saying the owners were on vacation. In hindsight, I guess the giveaway was that their LED Open sign was switched off. Places like these really need to update their hours to reflect their actual opening times. Oh well, I tried.

The lady is so kind and the food tastes AMAZING! Can't take any pictures cuz I'm too busy chomping…read more I love the homey cozy vibe od the cafe. I feel warm and loved lol!

A little bit isolate, Hafez sits on the Burnaby side of Hastings (phew). It is pretty big for a…read moreteahouse and they also offer hookah in a variety of different flavors (mint and double apple are the 2 best!). They have a selection of games and cards to amuse you as you smoke the night away sipping on your tea. The owner is usually the one that is there, and is very nice. He's always able to give you his opinion on what the hottest flavors are at the moment... although most people have their own favorites, sometimes its nice to try something new. On weekends though, you want to try to get here a little early, because it gets full fast!

I'm the queen of shisha...this is the only place in Vancouver that I can actually say is decent…read more Let's just say the best of the worst. Nice atmosphere and good service but CASH ONLY. If you guys have hung out in shisha cafe's in the Middle East or anywhere else you'll know exactly what i'm talking about. Shame that Vancouver's stupid laws do not allow others to open more cafe's yet they will allow drug injection sites.

Mercedes-Benz (or are they referring to the drug? I kid) themed coffee shop in Burnaby Heights,…read moreacross the street from Safeway. Parking is available on Hastings, as well as the side streets. The interior is pretty neat. They have seats made out of parts of cars, and even the front counter is half of an old school SL. Lots of classic car parts on the walls. Staff are friendly and chatty. No problems there. The coffee selection is pretty decent. They also have cold (sweet) drinks. I had the V12 latte. They put a neat little teddy bear in the foam. Would've been cooler if they put a MB logo instead, but all good. The only complaint is that the car themed couches and regular couches are at different heights. So my friend and I were looking up and down at each other. Wouldn't mind coming back to enjoy the car themed ambience and maybe try a pastry.

A hot & new spot in Burnaby - it's a Mercedes themed cafe. Their ambiance is pretty good! We also…read moregot their mocha and matcha mango (would recommned) for drinks. We also tried their blueberry danish which was pretty good. Their butter croissant wasn't as flaky, but it wasn't bad. They have car shows in the parking lot behind their cafe which is pretty cool!

My first time at the Burnaby Heights location and I am always a big fan of their pies. I love their…read moremany flavours and baked goods. There is a good amount of seating inside including high chairs for babies and toddlers. I did find the staff not to be as welcoming as usual but the food makes up for it.

Actually we have not tasted any of the products!!! We went…read moretoday looking for corn bread as they advertised as per picture attached ...but sadly they did not had it but corn bread cookies with honey.... Disappointing!!! No matter is a beautiful location with huge variety of products

We visited Breka bakery to try some baking goods and drink. I really like their business hours and…read moreIt is a good place to visit after dinner or gathering What we got: Apple fritter, Chocolate babka and iced cafe latte. I did not try apple fritter, I was told it was just ok, but, it was large portion. Chocolate babka was too sweet. Dough was crispy outside which was good, but inside was a bit dry and overly sweet. Iced cafe latte was very delicious! Sweetness was perfect with bold coffee flavor. Next time, we want to try different items, especially cakes looked great

i cannot believe this place is 24hr! it's so clean and the treats look absolutely stunning. this…read moreseems like a perfect spot to study or catch up with some friends over delicious pastries. i tried the matcha bisque cheesecake and two filled donuts. i'm coming here all the time now i love it here

My daughter selected this coffee bar so we could sit together and a couple of beverages…read more The menu variety was appealing to us. A maple latte and a strawberry match latte sounded good. The service was quick and we snagged the last open table. The interior was eclectic and the outdoor style chairs that were used for inside seating were a bit uncomfortable but it all contributed to this intimate, non chain, independent cafe. The strawberry matcha latte was a standout! The real strawberry pieces mixed within were delightful. The maple latte was just average. Nothing at all exciting to report. For some reason it lacked luster. Unfortunately it was enough to cot them a star.

Good ambiance, perfect for studying or working. This cafe has lots of plugs nearby, which is really…read morenice. The coffee here is good and the prices are average. We got an early grey Basque cheesecake and I'm not sure it was that good. I didn't get strong earl grey flavours.

Visited Modus for hot chocolate festival limited item…read more Champirado cocoa meets crispy bico - thick dark chocolate with puffed rice and coconuts. Paired with crispy bill inspired Rice Krispie to dip. Rice Krispie was great. Chocolate and Rice Krispie combination is a winner, they blended so well and I really liked it. However drink was that it was missing some ingredient. No coconut or no puffed rice, so it was just regular hot chocolate. And drink temperature wasn't hot enough...

Great coffee, great service!! super cute little spot in north burnaby…read more The coffee is great quality and the staff are super friendly and knowledgeable.

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.

Avoid This Starbucks - Terrible Service & Unsanitary Conditions. If I could give 0 stars, I would…read more This is the worst Starbucks I have ever been to. I wanted this to be my regular coffee shop as it is close to home, but the store is constantly flooded?? Absolutely disgusting and should be fixed by now.. I can't believe corporate has allowed this to continue. The workers are not friendly and accommodating, there is one that has been really sweet, can't remember her name but she has curly hair and glasses, might start with a K? However, I've seen the manager be rude to her employees. Overall vibe is not good and because of that I can no longer support this store. If you're looking for a relaxing coffee stop or a clean place to sit and work, do yourself a favor and skip this one. There are plenty of other locations nearby that actually care about basic cleanliness and treating customers with respect.

Received the best service from Wayne today. His energy and efficiency is off the charts. Incredible…read morepersonality and a lovely human. Thank you Wayne!

(4.5/5) I am glad to have been introduced to this…read moreneighbourhood gem as it will now be a go-to when I'm in the area. Gray Olive Cafeteria is a bright and simple brunch spot that serves a variety of classic, but well-executed brunch dishes and drinks. The popularity of the place showed as we waited almost an hour for a table today (granted it was a stat), with people continuing to flow in while we were dining. My boyfriend explained that they were originally a small diner, but later upgraded to more spacious seating. The waitress (who was also hostessing) was kind and apologetic for the wait. After we sat down and ordered, the food arrived very quickly. The chicken and waffles immediately caught our eye as it seemed almost one person at every table had ordered it. For $1.75, you can also opt to have your chicken made spicy, and it was very worth it! I also really liked the waffles, despite usually preferring chewier waffles. These waffles had a crispier bite, but were fragrant and delicious regardless. The crab cake benny was also a delicious umami bomb with great textures and flavours. Keep in mind, there probably isn't a lot of actual crab (mostly imitation from what I saw and tasted), but it still tasted good. One standout was the hashbrown potatoes. They were perfectly seasoned and so crispy! I also appreciated that everything wasn't too salty and perfectly seasoned for my asian taste buds. I will definitely return, but on the basis of coming for a reservation only!

Brunch place at the top of Burnaby Heights. Heard a lot about it but took a while to try as they…read morehave really short business hours (breakfast/lunch only). Parking is available on the side streets. The dining area is divided into 2 distinct sections. Looks like they took over the adjacent business space and knocked out a doorway. Staff are friendly and cheerful. No complaints. I wasn't sure what to try, so I had the kitchen sink. Might as well try a mix of everything. As per the menu, it was 2 eggs, sautéed red onions, red peppers, kale, green onions, sausage, bacon, cheese, hashbrowns. Reminded me of eating an omelette that fell apart. Decent quality, but honestly nothing really stuck out, especially for the price. This place isn't cheap. Maybe I'll try another dish at some point.