Best Cake Places in Downtown Vancouver

"If you’re in the mood to get together with a few close friends, or just want to hang out alone with a steaming cup of your favored drink, a creamy slice of cake, some rich chewy cookies, or a super buttery croissant, then Mount Pleasant‘s Trafiq Cafe & Bakery is the place for you. This delightful spot is a haven for tea and coffee lovers, and especially those who enjoy a little sweet treat on the side. When you visit Trafiq, be sure to sample their signature Schnecken Buns for some gooey goodness (take some home for breakfast the next day,) and also a slice of Salted Caramel Cake."

"When you hear about Trafiq, it's not about their almond croissants, that's for sure. The almond croissant here was more of a foldover and the saddest part was the upper shell of the croissant I bought fell off the rest of the croissant when I opened my takeout box. I had to place it back carefully to take my photo."

"@trafiqmain always has the BEST cakes 😍😍 Had this one a few weeks ago and still remember the softness of it !. Always on the look out for their new flavours. A post shared by Eve, Lily and Cecilia (@vancityfoodiess) on Dec 2, 2018 at 7:57pm PST"

"Known for their cheesecake, this 18-year old Kitsilano bakery uses real ingredients (no artificial stabilizers, colours or flavours) that are sourced locally when possible. Sweet Obsession is essentially zero waste with an on-site composter. Customization of cakes, which range from 10” to 16”, is quite simple (extra fruit, different masking), but a personalized message can be added at no charge."

"Seriously, we cannot be expected to pick just one–not when the selections include Hedgehog (hazelnut and chocolate with Frangelico), Chocolate Obsession (chocolate truffle), Carrot cake with roasted hazelnuts, or Roasted Coconut Chiffon…just to name a few. Address: 2611 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver. Instagram: @trafalgars_sweetobsession"

"Venturing out to the west side of Vancouver, this almond croissant was the cheapest non-Starbucks variant, but it came at a price. Rise was probably the best point of this croissant with just a few gaps in layering. Look closely though, and notice the lack of almond paste either on top or within the croissant."

"Ganache, as the name suggests, offers a little bit of Parisian elegance in the heart of Yaletown. Visit this talented team of artisans to enjoy eye-catching desserts that are pretty enough to provide a wow factor, and delicious enough to keep you coming back. Individual strawberry and rhubarb cheesecakes taste like a fresh summer’s day; these enchanting edibles feature an almond biscotti base, a tart strawberry balsamic glaze and a white chocolate garnish."

"Coco Exotique, Passion et Chocolat, Cassis et Matcha are three of the 24 cake types offered at Yaletown’s preeminent French patisserie, run by veteran pastry chef Peter Fong. Looking for something Fancy?. Ganache hand-makes custom, handcrafted bonbons, chocolate sculpture centerpieces and unique personalized cake decorations, like Louis Vuitton or Nike shoes (pictured), with quality ingredients like Cacao Barry Chocolate."

"Uniquely designed and handcrafted by a team of pastry chefs, the menu at Ganache is inspired by the seasons and changes regularly. The one consistent theme at Ganache is French technique with subtle Asian influences running throughout each of their incredible delicious pastries."

"Everyone talks about the double bake from Thomas Haas, but what if I told you there was a cheaper double bake option, and at least in a case-by-case comparison in my analysis, that came from a newer entrant in the Vancouver almond croissant scene?. While the almond paste was a little on the short side, it feels like the intention here was to showcase the mastery in flakiness and overall croissant mastery. The folds here were immaculate to say the least and the rise was off the charts relative to everything else on this list."

"We are an independent bakery specializing in naturally leavened sourdough bread and French inspired pastries. We believe in making everything from scratch, with fresh, high quality ingredients. All of our breads are made with whole grains and baked"

"Ladurée is a famous French bakery that’s all about their macarons. Their Vancouver shop was the first location in Canada, and you can find all kinds of delicious treats and drinks. The macarons are the perfect mix of slightly crunchy on the outside and decadently soft on the inside, and they’re so good."

"Vancouver was lucky enough to be the first Canadian home of Ladurée back in 2016. While the French sweet shop was best known for their macarons, they have since introduced a line of perfectly Parisian cakes and pastries that are so dainty and so cute that you’ll almost question devouring them (almost)."

"Enter through Robson Street’s entrance to wander around the American luxury department store Nordstrom and admire the most fashionable high-end goods, including Jimmy Choo shoes, Louis Vuitton handbags, and designer clothing. Then leave Nordstrom for the mall to admire the innovative designs at Kate Spade, Banana Republic’s business attires, and Brown’s unique footwear. Next, head over to the Hudson’s Bay store in search of deals at Ted Baker, BCBG Max Azria, Lord & Taylor, Calvin Klein, and more."

"The Pacific Centre covers three city blocks and offers an indoor shopping experience that comes in handy on those notoriously wet days in Vancouver. With some familiar brand names like The Gap, Guess, Hollister, Coach, Michael Kors and Sunglass Hut, mixed in with Canadian companies like The Hudson Bay Company's department store, there's no shortage of choice."

"Opened in 1971, this mall is home to various stores including kate spade new york, Nordstrom, AllSaints, Michael Kors, Sephora and Ted Baker London. It also has a lottery ticket center, restaurants and services outlets. There is also a Four Seasons Hotel at Pacific Centre, making it popular to tourists."

"Source: Photo by user MountPleasantMap used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Head over to Reitmans to purchase some casual attire before stocking up at Mark’s for Canadian winter necessities. Check out Shoppers Drug Mart for inexpensive glittery cosmetics before heading over to Ardene for trendy accessories."

"From rolling your own dessert joint to slurping up noodles prepared street food-style. If you’re heading in to dine at downtown Vancouver’s newest culinary destination, Street Auntie Aperitivo House, buckle up — a meal here is an immersive journey. Owner Yuyina Zhang drew inspiration for the new addition to the city’s Entertainment District from her childhood experiences growing up in Yunnan Province, China, where street food vendors are referred to as “Street Aunties."

"Downtown's Street Auntie was one of 2020's most exciting and intriguing restaurant openings. The concept is rooted in the rich legacy of street fare in Yunnan province, presented almost like dinner theatre via set themed mix-and-match tasting menus. Bite into juicy, plump dumplings packed with luxe seafood, or "roll your own" cannabis-themed "East Van" chocolate mint dessert - a real head trip."

"STREET AUNTIE aperitivo house is an innovative concept inspired by the soul of Chinese-ish comfort food. At their downtown Vancouver location, aperitivo house focuses on adding a contemporary twist to ever-changing, internationally inspired street food. While lunch service is on a first come,..."

"This North Van spot is best known for their awesome lunch buffet. $12 gets you a selection of AYCE Indian food with unlimited naan bread, listing it as a top contender in both cheap eats, and AYCE prices. Address: 116 15th Street E, North VancouverPhone: 604-986-7555"

"The weather may be warming up but that won’t stop me from having hot pot 🔥 — Featured: 🍂 Beef Hotpot ($14.42) – Napa, vermicelli, sliced beef, enoki mushrooms, tomatoes, tofu, tempura, corn, pork meat ball, fish cake, fried tofu skin, imitation crab stick, green onion and cilantro 🐮 🍃 Milk Cream Curry Hotpot ($14.29) – Napa, vermicelli, sliced pork, enoki mushroom, imitation crab stick, fish ball, fried tofu skin, corn, tempura, mountain yam, cheese string bean, and sea salt cream 🐷 — One of my favourite cheap eats has to be @boilingpointgroup 🍜 Not only are their dishes delicious but it also comes with a complimentary green/black tea during lunch 🍵. A post shared by Sylvia | Foodie | YYZ:YVR Eats (@food.thyme) on Apr 24, 2019 at 9:03pm PDT. Recommended by: Sylvia (@food.thyme)"

"I passed by the hole in the wall while on a walk to explore the neighbourhood. Dine in is still closed because of COVID, but was curious enough after see..."