I visited Nemesis Coquitlam to get some pastries…read more What I got: Pull apart - croissant dough filled with chives and cream cheese, Pesto mozzarella swirl -Pesto and mozzarella cheese, Ferrero rocher danish - Hazelnut praline, chocolate mousse, vanilla custard Pistachio loaf - pistachio ganache and raspberries. Pull apart was lighter than I expected. Other place's pull apart was so buttery, cheesy, however, this one was flaky and buttery, so, if you prefer light texture pull apart, you will like it. Cream cheese filling was nice accent. Pistachio loaf was more dense than I expected. It had pistachio whipped cream on top, so, cream helped loaf texture more smooth. Loaf had strong pistachio flavor. I liked whipped cream and loaf combination. Pesto and mozzalera swirl was a bit too salty for me. Dough was super flaky and buttery, I liked the dough texture so much, but filling could be more minder. Unfortunately, I did not have ferrero rocher danish. I heard that this one was the best. Mousse was so delicious and dough was very flaky and buttery. Overall, I think their pastries are always outstanding and good quality. The place was extremely busy and could not get a table. Next time, I wish I could dine-in.

This is a gorgeous vibrant and open setting to grab a nice coffee and hang out. Also a good…read moreenvironment for work or studying, as I noticed many people with laptops. It was pretty busy on a Saturday afternoon with only bar seating available initially, but not too long after some sofa space opened up. I was OBSESSED with the ube matcha, I learned from the super awesome barista that it's sweetened with mango puree. This was absolutely my favorite matcha I've had in a while now and my only disappointment is they don't offer larger sizes for it. The smoked salmon bun was pretty small for $10, I also didn't think the flavors were meshing well. Also found the pull apart stuffed cream cheese croissant a bit misleading. I pulled it apart and there was barely any filling unfortunately. Definitely a cute and inviting spot to grab a drink and stay a while. I wouldn't go for food food here though. Also I have yet to try, but maybe a dessert item here would be more worthwhile.

My first time here was amazing but I went again for Sunday brunch and this experience was…read moredisappointing. They have 1 girl working behind the pastries counter and only 2 servers in a packed restaurant. The pastry girl greeted us but the servers were so flustered that I had to flag them down to tell them I had a reservation. My first time here I loved the girly decor but this time all I saw were dirty dishes on the table. The servers looked stressed and one girl even dropped a tray full of glasses. There was a long wait to order, get our food, and get our bill. My friend ordered the pork belly eggs benny and it was as delicious as last time. I ordered the truffled mushroom frittata and it was nothing special. It was mostly overcooked eggs with mushrooms and a slice of toast that tasted plain. I told the server it was my friend's birthday and I wanted something special for her. Last time I ordered creme brûlée and they put sparklers on it and "happy birthday" with icing sugar. This time their dessert options were all brunch items: tiramisu French toast, chocolate French toast, hot cakes. None of them sounded appealing and they brought out vanilla ice cream in a small bowl and presentation was pathetic. This place has gone downhill, will not be returning.

I love Australian cafe's. The food is great, and the…read moreatmosphere is chic. Ruex delivered both of these things. The food had a twist of creativity in both the taste and the look, satisfying your palette and your camera. And just like in Australia, their coffee was good but super tiny. Our favorite dish was the peaches and cream hotcakes. Very refreshing. It also had some cream cheese, so it was sweet and savory. Their chicken on their waffle was very nice as well, but their waffle was a savory waffle. Which took away the pleasant combo of sweet and savory. But still very good. I would just order more friend chicken next time. well cooked, crispy pork belly too mmm. Price was decent as portions were generous. Service was friendly, and the food took a moderate food amount of time. We went at 2pm to eat brunch, so hoping that it wouldn't take longer during more peak hours. Parking is a bit of a hassle as it's underground parking. A bit of a trek to come to the restaurant, but I think that's the norm now in greater Vancouver area. Sadly the norm is also paid parking with no validation. But I won't dock off points for the restaurant for that Their menu rotates, so I would love to come back and try something new.

Great place to stop and catch your second wind before shopping again. Coffee and tea are good. The…read morecakes are also decent. This is a very spacious cafe and the tables are not super close to each other. It was not very busy when we were here which was nice. The chairs are mot the most comfortable, maybe to discourage people from camping here and taking up space while waiting for their friends/family to finish shopping. There are artwork on the wall which are for sale. They also put up posters of cats from RAPS which are available for adoption. So cool. This is a good alternative for coffee if you don't want to go to the super busy Timmy and Starbucks here.

My goodness what a surprise. We were stumbling through Tsw Mills and husband saw the shop. "Want a…read morecoffee?" We have a six year old, it was 1pm and a Sunday so there was a long road of parenting ahead. We walk in and are both intrigued by the apparently freshly baked croissants and pain au chocolats and the crazy good looking muffins. My dudes... the pain au chocolat and the croissants were some of the best I have ever had. WE ARE TALKING DESTINATION PASTRY here people. The space is cute and the latte was beautifully crafted so.... please go. This is a little hidden gem.

Get there first thing for a fluffy, hot and fresh croissant!…read moreUnfortunately, the chicken in my sandwich was grey, stringy and poor tasting. Lettuce was also browned. You can find a cheaper, quick service lunch at better quality, but I'm sure other options on the menu might be better. Seating available and calm atmosphere.

Nice hidden gem. Owner goes beyond top notch service. Hope…read morethey do well. Great turkey panini and egg spinach broccoli carrot soup. Wasn't on the menu but they were able to do a nicely customized meals for me that was great.

One of the few coffee shops that's open on Sunday in new west downtown area…read more The place is nice with wooden tables and metal chairs. Not totally comfortable for long period but good for an hour or so. And you do want a quick turnover so more customers can dine in. I've been here a couple of times and it gets busier after 11 am. Quiet in the morning with most people having coffee to go. Service is great. They will bring your food and coffee to you when dining in which is unexpected. The flat white is ok, could do with more microfoam but it's good enough. The pastries are really nice. Get the croissant warm up for a better bite.

Quick coffee stop. Neat and clean cafe with a beautiful natural layout. Fresh greens decor and wood…read morefurniture makes it cozy. Just like other cafes you can get all bakery goods and some sweet & savoury sandwiches. Try soup of the day. Campers coffee bags & coffee flavours small packing are also available to purchase .

JJ Bean coffee, basic coffee drinks. Looks like it used to have pour overs and fancier offerings.read more

Finally tried this place after seeing it a number of times whenever I was in the complex. Ordered…read morean oat milk latte, my usual coffee drink, and I was able to choose from 2 options of espresso beans they were brewing for the day. Also got a blueberry scone which was very buttery and delicious! I also love that they give you your drink order in real mugs/cups if you're dining in. The ambiance was your typical coffee shop -- quiet with soft lofi music playing in the background. There were high and low tables, some with comfy/soft chairs, while others had the bar style chairs. The tables each had the wifi password so for those staying a while and needing internet while working, you don't have to ask the baristas for the wifi password. The only reason why I gave 4 stars is I wish they would've provided more baked goods or food options. They had one sandwich option when I came in before 11am, a bagel option, and just a handful of different pastries. The shelves looked half empty so I'm assuming there's normally more options? Still good to try if you're wanting good coffee in the area.

What an amazingly sweet little gem of a restaurant this place is…read more Staff are wonderful food is outstanding and the only downside is that it's really small and you sometimes just have to wait. We'll be back for sure!

Every time I come to Vancouver BC, I stop here. It's just across the border from Blaine in lovely…read moreWhite Rock, BC and is a great place to rest after a long drive. The cafe is snug and bright, with friendly staff and good coffee. Their vegan grilled cheese sandwich is amazing, one of the best I've ever had (vegan or otherwise). Their desserts are also delicious (I always get the s'mores cookie). This cafe always has the cutest touches -- like putting a tiny spray of flowers on my to-go bag this time :) Love this place and look forward to it every time I'm driving up to Vancouver.

WOW! The verde pork was some of the best food I've had in a long while. We arrived shortly after…read moreopening and waited in line for about an hour. Ordering at the counter was easy, and we chose a seat outside on the deck. I think they were a little short staffed, so I'm not sure if that is a normal wait time. But, 100% worth it! The flavor combinations were perfect, and my friend loved her food as well. I wish they were open more often! I can't wait to bring my partner here.

The food and atmosphere here is great. You can tell they use great quality ingredients. The food we…read morehad was delicious and don't skip out on their baked goods. There is a lot of outdoor seating in a yard/garden which is perfect for families and pets in the summer. They bring out your entrees, but everything else is self bussed. You prepay for everything including tip when you order. They only accept cash, check, or Venmo. I came here with a group of 4 and ordered 4 entrees along with some baked foods and coffee. THE WAIT..... It took over 1 hour for us to get our food. I would take off at least part of a point for that. I'm not sure if we were forgotten but didn't hear from the kitchen at all during this time (or after) and I had to ask about our order myself. People behind me in line had gotten their food long before. Thankfully we weren't in a hurry that day but that is a pretty long wait in my opinion for brunch. Be aware that the line to order can be long and the wait to get your food can be long.

Little cafe right by the water! The girls working were very…read morefriendly and patient with us while we decided on our order. Got the salted blackberry and the vanilla latte, both iced and with oat milk. Decent flavor profile for each drink, though the espresso was a little bitter. Overall good visit with a nice ambiance in the cafe, enjoying our drinks and watching boats in the harbor.

I grabbed breakfast at Riptide Cafe while visiting the San Juan Islands and really enjoyed it. I…read morehad the avocado toast, berry blast smoothie bowl, and a latte. Everything was fresh and delicious. The smoothie bowl was especially good, packed with berries and a nice crunch from the granola. It is a little on the pricier side, but that's kind of expected given the location right by the pier. Overall, a solid spot if you're looking for a good coffee and something healthy to eat while taking in the view.

Fantastic place using quality ingredients. We stopped for lunch and we were definitely not…read moredisappointed. For lunch they offer a variety of sandwiches, pizza, and salads. Wine by the glass is available as well as a large selection of cakes. The restaurant is quaint and is attached to a gallery featuring local artists.

What a great find! We ordered the pea hummus sandwich, beet salad, salami sandwich, French ham…read moresandwich, and chocolate truffle and caramel tart. Everything was amazing! Our vegetarian was very happy. Great service! They were busy so we waited for food, but well worth it. Limited seating with tables seating 2-4.