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    To Live For Bakery

    4.6 (68 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Vegan, Cafes
    Open • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Passionfruit white chocolate feature cube croissant 5/5 Cinnamon roll (3/5)
    Jasmine L.

    Amazing feature cube croissants. The first I've tried that actually maintained their crispy exterior and flakiness without being dry in the center - lovely filling and layers too! I tried the Cinnamon rolls too - I loved that the server made sure I got the more desirable middle pieces rather than the corners. Passionfruit white chocolate croissant cube (5/5) Cinnamon roll (3/5) - it was a bit more on the denser drier side despite microwaving it slightly to try to warm & revive the texture. The icing topping was ok. I had to remind myself that this was a VEGAN bakery. So no butter or eggs, which is extremely impressive to execute the pastries and creamy filling to the texture that they did. Definitely would come back for their feature pastries!

    Cinnamon Buns
    Athena M.

    Wow! Seriously amazing whether you are vegan or not. Really wonderful assortment of bakery goods, sandwiches and drinks. This time I was picking up a box of cinnamon buns for a morning hang with friends but I've had about six different things now and they are all fantastic! Always coming back for more especially with the rotating and seasonal items. Thank you!

    Front of coffee shop~
    Edward L.

    New hipsterish coffee shop on Renfrew, just N of 1st Avenue. Parking is available on the side streets. The place is actually quite wide but narrow. Seating is limited inside, but there are plenty of exterior seats and benches on the outside (W and N facing). The inside has a high ceilings with all the white ductwork visible. This venue also has quite a large bakery production area. Staff are friendly and professional. I must say I was skeptical as the place was vegan. Tried their flat white, as well as their Nanaimo bar. Both were absolutely delicious. I guess the only downside to the place is that it bakes in the afternoon sun because of all the large W facing windows. Talk about a pleasant surprise. I'd gladly come by again for more coffee and bakery goodness. Highly recommended.

    L: dirty chai R: london fog   white chocolate strawberry croissant
    Isabel C.

    I've been to this cute little café a few times before but on my recent visit, I finally got to sit down and enjoy some baked goods. This café features a fully vegan menu which is amazing for vegans and those who can't enjoy dairy comfortably! I was blown away by how the white chocolate strawberry croissant tasted nothing like it was short of eggs. The texture resembles an actual croissant and I would say the only difference lies in the flight drier/stiffer texture. There was a sweet filling inside that paired really well with the croissant, causing me to devour the whole thing in one sitting. Their drinks are standard and can served for here or to go. I love the ambiance and interior of the café. There is ample seating and space. I also love that they have a little section for kids with books and toys to keep them busy. Through the window, you can also see the baking facility that the café uses to prepare all their food. This is a wonderful spot to stop by in the neighbourhood and I'm glad my boyfriend lives close by so I can walk here on many occasions!

    Chicken caesar sandwich
    Helene C.

    I'm a big fan of their savoury items: pizza, sandwiches. For the sweets, I love their cube! They have a different flavour each month (Chocolate peanut butter, Turtle, Black Forest...) What I love the most about it, everything is plant-based!

    Josephine M.

    Came here for lunch with a friend. I ordered a Potato Pan Pizza and a London Fog. Both were super delish. I loved how I could taste oregano in nearly every bite of my pizza, and the London Fog was as good as any regular London Fog that I might have ordered elsewhere. It never ceases to amaze me that the food here is vegan and tastes just as good or even better than a lot of non-vegan food that's out there! Hadn't been here in awhile so in addition to lunch, I bought a couple of goodies to bring home: A Black Forest Cube Croissant and a Potato Chip cookie. I remember when To Live For first started doing croissant cubes. The very first one was filled with Nutella and I managed to get a hold of one. Back then it seemed like such a showstopped and I didn't know how they could ever top that flavor. They just keep on wowing me though with their creative flavors. This Black Forest cube croissant was sooo good! Also, the Potato Chip cookie was a perfect combination of both sweetness and saltiness, plus it was nice and soft too. I like my cookies soft. This was one of those things I didn't know I needed!

    So bright & modern inside
    Giselle M.

    Oh yes, we were living for To Live For Bakery! A long overdue rave review for one of my favorite bakeries in all of Vancouver. Is it vegan/plant-based and delicious? Yes! Is it staffed with friendly and helpful employees? Absolutely! Is it bright & modern, and does it have great ambiance? Without a doubt! I'd been following this bakery for a couple of years on IG and was so excited to finally get a chance to return to Vancouver (it had a been awhile). My hubby and I were staying in North Vancouver for his bday and made a point to visit To Live For and it instantly became one of our favorite places! The stars of the day were: * Flat White & Cappuccino (both strong & rich) * Chocolate Macadamia Banana Bread (would've loved it more without chocolate so the banana wasn't overpowered, but it was still excellent!) * Orange Creamsicle Cube Croissant (which was insanely good and surprisingly not overly sweet! Also first time trying a cube croissant and they're not easy to eat lol!) We just wish we could have a To Live For Bakery in the Bay Area, CA, but I guess we'll just have to visit Vancouver more often!

    Ginger bread latte
    Natalie T.

    I've been visiting To Live For for about three years now, and it's hands down my favorite bakery in town. As someone who's lactose‑sensitive, it's such a relief to enjoy every single treat here without worrying about a stomach ache. Everything is 100% vegan and totally delicious! They always have featured croissants and amazing cube croissants, and I definitely love their cake cups and cinnamon buns. Their hazelnut mousse cake is incredible, and if you're a fan of Nanaimo bars, this is my favorite place to get them. They're also my go‑to spot for super cute cupcakes. They might be a little on the pricy side, but they're decorated so beautifully, and they always have themed treats for every holiday. Plus, they sell cakes of all sizes for any occasion, and their Instagram is full of gorgeous designs. Honestly, even their sandwiches--like the breakfast sandwiches and sausage rolls--are so good that you wouldn't guess they're vegan. The owner is lovely, the space is cute, and they do awesome collaborations with local vegan vendors, so there's always something new to try. You can even find their loaves in airport cafés, and they sell them whole or by the slice. I've bought them as gifts and they freeze perfectly. I can't say enough good things about To Live For. It's definitely worth checking out if you love delicious vegan treats! Erin, the owner is really kind, so it makes it easy to support this local businsss!

    Vegan croissant breakfast sandwich and oat nog latte.  Love the cup design!
    Lana S.

    Very cute bakery in suburban Vancouver. Everything looked delicious. I had an oat nog latte and croissant breakfast sandwich. Both were very good. The outside was decorated nicely for the holidays and the staff was friendly. Limited seating on the inside so don't count on being able to sit in on a busy weekend but I sat at a table outside and although it was cold, it was perfectly fine. Would love to come back again and try more of the treats!

    Strawberry croissant
    Karen D.

    My first time in BC and this place is a great intro! I love croissants and a strawberry one caught my eye. They had some vegan options too which my party enjoyed.

    Vegan cupcakes

    I've been to a lot of vegan bakeries all over the world, and this one is in my top 3 for sure! There is so much variety, I always get overwhelmed trying to choose! But every dessert I've had here has been a 10/10. The coffee and matcha are also excellent. My only complaint is there is never enough seating and the seating is not very comfortable.

    One of those places you hear great things about and then it actually meets- or more like exceeds expectations. I tried a breakfast croissant and a savory scone with cheddar and chives. Both were delicious. Finding a savory vegan scone at all is pretty rare and this one already has me wondering when we'll meet again. Lovely minimalist decor, light and airy, friendly staff. Hope to stop in next time I'm in Vancouver. So, so good. If there's a line, it's worth waiting in.

    Rosalyn M.

    I remember seeing their cookies at other cafes years ago and was finally able to check them out. We went on a Sunday towards the end of the day and it was still quite busy. We were lucky to get a seat. The floors were a bit wet and dirty from the outside snow which made it a bit uncomfortable. There was a large variety of goods available and I was really impressed everything was vegan. We got a raspberry loaf and butter tart and they were very good. I also got a carrot cake slice to go. The carrot cake was great and would get again. The other 2 I probably won't as they were a bit sweet for my personal liking. I would go back to try other things, especially their breakfast sandwiches. I can see this place being a great hit with those that are vegan.

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    The Bench Bakehouse

    4.4(51 reviews)
    1.0 km•The Drive, Grandview-Woodlands
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    came here since i saw it was walking distance from my stay in vancouver, and it was great!! they…read morehave a gorgeous spread of bread and pastries, which you can see live when you're in the store. i got a kouign amann and a small iced americano. their kouign amann is so good, as someone who gets kouign amanns everywhere it's available LOL. it's crunchy and sweet with salt flakes on the crust, so you get some nice contrast throughout your bites. their iced americano (no milk/cream) was also very good. the shot was pulled perfectly, not sour or burnt tasting. they do have extremely limited seating though. maybe seats only 3 or 4 max, so it's more of a grab and go place. we ended up eating on the bench outside haha. would love to have a place like this nearby me where everything is baked fresh, in house!! service was also pretty friendly and patient as i was deciding what to order/asking questions about the drinks.

    Just a 10 minute short walk from commercial and Broadway sky train station…read more I absolutely loved the baguette and croissant. The crust on the baguette was amazing and flavourful. The baguette was full of complex flavours and each bite showed it's true colours Their breads are definitely artisan made The croissant was also amazing with its flakey layers. It was buttery but not overwhelming. The bread pudding was also delicious but not my style. I wish it had a few more apple chunks to every bite, I think that would add some extra freshness to the taste. They also sell a lot of goods in the store like canned fish, jams, and chocolates!

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    The Bench Bakehouse - Rye bread

    Rye bread

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    The Bench Bakehouse

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    JJ Bean Coffee Roasters - They use a generous amount of seeds and nuts.

    JJ Bean Coffee Roasters

    3.7(109 reviews)
    1.2 km•The Drive, Grandview-Woodlands
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    Cozy, cute, CUDDly EAst VAN VIBEs Double Jay ,,... It's the…read moreepicentre of EAST VAN JJ personifies the bravado of feistiness. It's retro yet eclectic all rolled into just like its feature of a variety of Neate Donuts like the Banana cream centre , enough to make a monkey cry for joy ... It has inside seating with high top Chairs along the wall and patio seating ..the ceiling still Has the side boards horizontal giving it a post modern effect... if you need cool threads there is JJ logo to wear on your bod or head and mug n cups ... .... EAST VAN RULES at Double Also JJ knows how to do the Java ... coffee supremo

    I had stopped by purchasing some baked goods here. So this review is not about coffee FYI…read more What a unique building at first. Vintage looks big size entrance door and a roaster machine in the centre of cafe. When I got there, it was not running but if so, I'm sure the coffee aroma would be amazing. I tried Turkey Chorizo Breakfast wrap. The turkey amount was not a lot but very satisfying and delicious. It had lasted almost 6 hours in my stomach. Also tried Jalapeño & Cheese Muffin. It was huge. It's not like so called muffin top. More like atomic bomb clouds, seriously. The surface was very crunchy and inside was moist. Jalapeños was strong bit. I felt other baked goods were also heavy and densed. I will be back again for sure.

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    JJ Bean Coffee Roasters - Breakfast burrito

    Breakfast burrito

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    The order counter

    JJ Bean Coffee Roasters - Very densed nutritious muffin

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    Mah Milk Bar

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    4.3(22 reviews)
    0.7 km•The Drive, Grandview-Woodlands

    A cute neighbourhood coffee shop... I think the owner is Australian, which had me hoping for a…read moregreat flat white ($4.5/$5.5). Sadly, the pastries were both disappointing. The tiramisu croissant ($6) was somehow dry yet soggy at the same time, thanks to the filling inside. The cheddar and chive scone ($5) was bland despite its name, and missing the soft, moist inside and crisp, crumbly outside a good scone should have. On the plus side, the barista brought the coffee to our table, which was a nice touch. The place is always busy, with limited seating both inside and out, so you might need to wait to get a seat or do takeout.

    Mah Milk Bar is a friendly and cozy neighbourhood coffee shop/mini grocery store located in the…read moreheart of East Vancouver. I was glad to visit on a Sunday morning while taking a walk with my boyfriend in his neighbourhood. When we arrived, it was quite busy. The coffee shop is small, but charming with limited seating available. The menu mainly contains basic coffee shop items as well as a variety of baked goods. We ordered an iced specialty coffee with ice cream and a small latte. I also chose the Tiramisu danish and we nibbled on it while waiting for our coffee. The danish was suggested by the cashier as one of the more popular items. She was completely right, because this baked treat was heavenly. The outside was like a croissant, flakey and buttery and paired with a delicious tiramisu custard on the inside. We also grabbed a scone for our walk home (which turned out to be delicious as well). The shop also sells local artisanal goods such as chocolate, sauces, and even loaves of bread. It's nice to gander around while waiting for your order. We enjoyed our coffee on the walk back home. The coffee is quite strong, which would be optimal for most coffee lovers. The flavour was deep and chocolate-y, but not bitter at all. I read on their site that they regularly rotate their bean selection. I would love to return to try more of their food items!

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    Mah Milk Bar
    Mah Milk Bar

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