Best Bakery and Cake Shops in British Columbia

"Whistler-born, Purebread grew legions of followers thanks to their presence at local farmers’ markets. Their downtown Vancouver storefront offers a dazzling display of baked treats like Crack Pie, scones, Caramelized Banana Brownies, cakes, and oh so much more. You really can’t go wrong choosing any of them."

"A post shared by Purebread (@purebread_canada) on Nov 27, 2018 at 4:17pm PST. This bakery has all the sweets. Including a list of ever-changing options like raspberry crumble cheesecake, flourless orange cake, apple spice cake and much more."

"Vancouver is a city of delights and offers varying treats for both locals and visitors alike. And, one of those special treats is undoubtedly this next bakery we couldn’t wait to tell you about. Prepare to be amazed!"

"On the flipside, Cartems has, in our minds, become the top dog of cake donuts. We seriously don’t think we’ve had a better one in our lives than their Earl Grey option, at least for our preferences. What’s more, we also won’t hesitate to say that they’ve got some of the best vegan donuts in Vancouver to boot, especially since there’s an Earl Grey version of that, too."

"Maybe you’ve seen their vegan offerings over the years, and maybe you haven’t. Well, let us reassure that no matter what day you swing by, Cartems will have a sweet selection of vegan donuts for you to try out. It’s the perfect dessert to pick up on your way to a work function or a dinner party."

"If you want to feel like you’ve been transported to another continent and into an authentic European Bakery, then step through the doors of Thierry. This beautiful establishment is pure class and a haven for anyone with a sweet-tooth, and a pleasure for those with an eye for detail. Renowned maitre artisan Chocolatier and Patissier offers a wide selection of breads and baked goods that will leave you with a lasting impression, so take the plunge and treat yourself to a super-sweet experience."

"For the lover of traditional black forest, treat them to the Foret Noir (Romeo) and for that special someone who adores white chocolate and vanilla bean, the Foret Blanc (Juliet) is a perfect pairing. Romeo and Juliet cakes will be available only on February 14th, starting at 9 am, and are not available for pre-order. #VeryThierry 📷: @leilalikes"

"Born in Auvergne, Thierry Busset trained with European masters before taking his pastry prowess to London’s Le Gavroche and Marco Pierre White (both of which peaked at three Michelin stars). His talent even tamed the famously mercurial Gordon..."

"Small Victory is best known for their house-made pastries, but they also make a to-die-for coconut cake, made from moist layers of coconut sponge blanketed with the velvety coconut pudding cream. In the middle of this treat is a surprise layer of crunchy goodness. Address: 1088 Homer Street, VancouverPhone: 604-899-8892"

"Despite the name, Small Victory Café is actually a relatively spacious establishment that offers breakfast, lunch and many other food items in between. Cookie wise, they are known for their Chocolate Chunk Cookie and Double Chocolate Flourless Cookie. Their cookies are very rich and not lacking in any ingredients."

"Most cafés on this list cater to the coffee uber-geeks that frequent gentrifying artsy neighborhoods like Gastown. Small Victory lets the quinoa-salad-and-avocado-toast crowds in Yaletown and South Granville get in on top-flight brews too. Its pour-over beans come from Prototype and other cool Canadian roasters."

"Our readers turned us on to the awesomeness that are Breka’s freshly made doughnuts. With Boston Cream and Apple Fritters available 24-hours a day, it should definitely be on you go-to list. Address: Four Vancouver locations (Fraser, Bute, Davie, and 4th Ave); check website for details"

"Breka is more than a tourist spot and a late-night study option for university students. For 15 years now, the bakery has been serving great donuts (starting at $1.50) alongside a whole bunch of other reasonably priced items. But, this is a donut list, and they deserve a spot on here."

"We're offering 2 options: pick-up in store at all 5 locations, or you can order from UberEats and get free delivery at this time."

"From Sunday suppers to sourdough breads, most Vancouverites looking for a cozy and homey experience know they should head down to Commercial Drive for Livia Sweets. This adorable family-run bakery is named in honor of a beloved grandmother, and carries her love and traditions in every one of their delicious products. Their pastries are just fabulous, and you’ll definitely want to take a big satisfying bite of the famous Cinnamon Danish."

"Find it: 1399 Commercial Drive, liviasweets.com, @liviasweets. The lowdown: Baker and pastry chef Claire Livia Lassam opened her East Vancouver bakery-café to much anticipation in spring 2019, and the cozy-chic interior has been packed ever since. Must-order: Anything on their organic sourdough bread is a winner, such as their grown-up eggs and soldiers with beets and crème fraiche."

"Her flavours are reminiscent of delicious childhood festivities. One of the most fun cakes she ever made was modelled after the 100 Grand Chocolate Bar with layers of dark chocolate cake, caramel and milk chocolate, covered in rice krispies and dark chocolate ganache. You won’t see much fondant in Claire’s work; she prefers buttercream, caramel or meringue frosting."

"A post shared by Vanessa & Jason (@vxjeats) on Jun 8, 2017 at 11:32am PDT. One of the many legacies left over from French colonization in Vietnam is the baguette, and Ba Le Deli & Bakery on Kingsway is the best game in town for crusty, fresh bánh mì (baguette) sandwiches. This place takes bread seriously—its baker even went to France to learn how to use the French-made baguette ovens that grace the shop today."

"If you find yourself over on Granville Island looking for an afternoon pick-me-up, then look no further than A Bread Affair. I couldn’t notice any vegan or GF options upon my visit, but the smell and traditional interior alone were worth a peak inside. Address: 1680 Johnston StreetPhone: 604-695-0000Website:www.abreadaffair.com"

"It was okay....we were pretty hungry and wanted to have some food. The food ended up being too much and without salt. I was expecting something better."

"On June 13, 1886, there was the Great Vancouver Fire, which took many buildings with it. The Hastings Mill Store was left untouched, leaving it to be Vancouver's oldest building. It wasn't originally at this location, but was built in Gastown and was saved from demolition and put on a barge to it's current location."

"For a glimpse of what the West End looked like before the apartment blocks, visit this handsome 1893 Queen Anne–style mansion, now a lovingly preserved museum. Designed by infamous architect Francis Rattenbury,... Top ChoiceGardens in Fairview & South Granville"

"Check out the First Nations art galleries for something beautiful to take home Find the Steam Clock and the statue of 'Gassy' Jack Deighton"

"This Vancouver museum includes a life-size replica of a trading post, a 19th-century Canadian Pacific Railway passenger car, and an authentic dugout canoe in its many exhibits that document the history and evolution of Vancouver. The Orientation Gallery is a multi-layered timeline that uses artifacts to depict the growth and development of the region from pre-history to the heritage and culture of the First Nations to present day. A similar timeline is made with toys in a children's display."

"The Museum of Vancouver’s mission is to “inspire a deeper understanding of Vancouver through stories, objects and shared experiences.” It achieves this through exhibits on the city’s history, plus a First Nations art and artefacts collection."

"Use the False Creek ferry service to visit Vanier Park, where you'll find the Museum of Vancouver, Vancouver Maritime Museum or HR MacMillan Space Centre Places to stay in Granville Island"

"Big Rock started in Alberta, before expanding to both Vancouver and two locations in Ontario. Big Rock Urban Brewery & Eatery in Mount Pleasant has both a beer store with a growler fill bar, as well as a full-service restaurant and lounge that hosts live music weekly. Their food menu is very beer inspired, which is evident in dishes such as the Beer Bagel and Salmon Lox, and the stout BBQ-flavoured chicken wings and 16-hour dry ribs."

"Sorry Big Rock; perhaps it’s the location being just a little far from the cluster around main street, or the fact the brewery originally hails from Alberta, but whatever the case may be, someone had to end up on the bottom of the list."

"On Davie Street, La Brasserie's hot spot’s large, picture windows reveal a bustling, jovial scene inside, where guests dine on Franco-German cuisine like steak tartare and mushroom ragout with spaetzle. For worldly sippers, the wine and beer list heavy on international labels. Location: 1091 Davie St."

"Inside, you’ll find a cavernous, timber-beamed, two-level space, with the upper level Drinklab dedicated to experimental cocktail and beer concoctions, and the larger downstairs bar serving up Brewhall's craft beers (as well as collaborations with other craft brewers, along with rotating guest taps). This isn’t just a massive, overachieving beer garden, though. From wine to cocktails, from soup to nuts—literally—Brewhall serves up pretty much everything you need for a night out."

"The Brewhall (which is a huge space) is offering lunch and dinner but the lunches looks especially kid friendly.. PS: Grownups may want to indulge in a craft beer. 97 East 2nd Avenue, Olympic Village"

"In the former hall that used to be Steel Toad, this European style brew-hall is self service which makes it pretty quick to grab a beer and go. Did we mention there are arcade games and pinball?"