Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Burnaby

"A post shared by Angie Longoria (@angiethedarklord) on Mar 30, 2018 at 10:37am PDT. Brought to you by chef/owner Brad Miller, this unpretentious neighbourhood joint dishes up a range of mouthwatering temptations for brekkie that will please both sweet and savoury eaters. Open from 8 am Monday to Friday, The Red Wagon offers diners the choice between buttermilk pancakes, a variety of eggs benny plates, Crisp Pork Belly, Breakfast Sandwiches, Tofu Scramble, and more."

"Red Wagon may be new to dinner service, but the staple spot in Vancouver is no stranger to killer brunch eats. Now at a new East Hastings Street location, you can find flapjacks in buttermilk and pulled pork varieties on this menu. Address: 2128 East Hastings Street, VancouverPhone: 604-568-4565"

"A funkier cousin of the more traditional chicken and waffles. Oh, and the maple syrup they use on it?. It's Jack Daniels-infused."

"The Naam is the oldest natural food restaurant in the region. It was originally intended to be a meeting spot where people could come to experience “the good life.” They remain true to their original vision by remaining small, using fresh and pure ingredients, and maintaining a warm, homey, and friendly family-run environment. They’ve been serving vegetarian and vegan meals for over 50 years and can cater to a variety of nutritional requirements."

"A post shared by Hanna McLean (@hannamclean_) on Oct 23, 2016 at 2:19pm PDT. Considered a staple for vegetarian and vegan eats in Vancouver for, well, what seems like forever, eating at Kitsilano’s The Naam is pretty much a rite of passage. Their calling card dish is their Sesame Fries with an add-on of Miso Gravy, but you’ll also find an array of noodles, bowls, veggie burgers, Mexican-inspired fare, salads, appetizers, and much more here."

"As for late night munchies you can’t go wrong with a quick trip to The Naam. These guys have been ‘doing’ vegetarian since before it was a thing and that has noticeably given them time to perfect their craft. Delicious, no-fuss, quick and easy veggie comfort food."

"Possibly one of the busiest brunch places I’ve ever visited, Jam Cafe has become increasingly popular in recent months so it’s fair to say that you should expect to queue if you arrive later than 9 am. Even though the queuing might be frustrating, the food is so delicious!. Make sure to try their Chicken N’ Waffles and chocolate shakes; you won’t be disappointed."

"Breakfast at Jam Café: Enjoy breakfast at Jam Café, which is one of the most prized places to brunch (or breakfast) in the city. Be warned, by 9:00 am you will be queuing for a table. I hate queueing, so arrive early to avoid disappointment and lengthy delays."

"It's like a mixture of Thanksgiving dinner and brunch that's going to leave you with an extremely satisfied tummy for the rest of the day."

"Frenchman and former Le Gavroche pastry chef Thierry Busset is the chef patron of Thierry, a brilliant patisserie/cafe/chocolatier and lunch spot downtown. Sit on the sunny terrace while you scoff his delectable salted caramel macaroons (£1.23 each) or sink into one of the sumptuous cakes or seasonal tarts made by his wife and co-pastry chef Alison and their team. At lunch, try one of the gourmet baguettes (created by local fine-dining restaurant West's renowned chef Quang Dang), such as the cold smoked sockeye salmon with cucumber and caper cream cheese (£2.71 for half/£5.45 full)."

"Thierry is best known for their fine French pastries, but expert baristas and an organic, fair trade espresso blend, designed by Casa del Caffe’s Vincent Gentile, ensure consistently good coffee, too. Their beans are dry roasted to ensure freshness and a unique taste profile that’s strong and smooth with hints of chocolate, cinnamon and spice. Late night coffee drinkers will appreciate Thierry’s close time of 12am, and spiked drinks are available, too."

"So if you’re in the mood for a pastry or chocolate you can head here and enjoy it on their outdoor patio. And that sounds like a pretty ideal fall activity if you ask us. Where: 1059 Alberni StreetHours: Mon-Thursday 8 am-10 pm, Friday & Saturday 8 am-11 pm, Sunday 9 am-10 pm"

"I guarantee you’ve not been into a coffee shop like this before!. Cafe Portrait is covered and I mean literally covered in, you guessed it, portraits!. All of them hand-painted by one of the owners."

"If you are looking for some of the best coffee in Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood, head to Prototype Coffee. This place is a newcomer on the city’s coffee scene but already picked up several accolades and mentions from top dogs like Bonappetit. The cafe interior also leaves an impression: Dark-hued, accented with mirrors and moss walls."

"Prototype opened in 2019, instantly becoming known as Vancouver’s most experimental café. The café and roastery continually hunts for improvements to every step of the coffee-making process, using equipment fresh from the drawing board. Customers can watch three countertop Aillio Bullet R1 roasting machines in action behind the bar."

"A post shared by Prototype Coffee (@prototype.coffee) on Sep 29, 2020 at 3:34pm PDT. Prototype offers patrons “unique, beautiful, and traceable coffees” that are roasted on owner Matt Johnson’s Aillio Bullet R1. The 883 E Hastings Street spot is located in Strathcona close to the Downtown Eastside."

"Laurence and Chico Cafeis the culinary creation of Laurence Li and Chico Wang, fashion designers and creators of the Laurence & Chico womenswear and accessories brand. The cafe holds all of the same bizarre and daring beauty you would see on the runway, but in the form of furniture and home décor rather than wearable fashion. The space is a Burtonesque explosion of color and over the top decor, including monster chairs, kooky mannequins, and outlandish wall murals."

"At Romer’s we’re all about keeping it fresh, local, and fun. Our restaurants are focused on casual dining inspired by the West Coast lifestyle around us. We’re passionate about delivering you a quality experience with great service"

"Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar is a downtown West Coast establishment that strives on great service and fresh quality food. During this time we have adjusted our menu and options to include Chef Kits & our Market Place where you can select ready to"

"Made a reservation while there were still occupancy restrictions in the middle of a heatwave. We were seated immediately and I was amazed by how well eve..."

"Commercial Drive’s latest Asian fusion eatery features Vietnamese-meets-West Coast flavours. If its 5-star ratings on Google reviews are any indication, customers love B House’s affordable and delicious food, including its daily brunch. Try the classic benny (beer-braised pork belly, spicy aioli, truffle hollandaise, and duck-fat fried potato hashbrowns), the beef hash (sliced AAA top sirloin beef, roasted mushroom, and two poached eggs), the surf ‘n turf breakfast bowl, or the cinnamon French toasts."

"People watch along The Drive while digging into delicious Asian fusion cuisine at this spot. Where: 2270 Commercial Drive, Vancouver"

"Though Cookies by George is a chain, tragically there is only one location in British Columbia. However, it’s downtown and easily accessible from Burrard SkyTrain Station (in Royal Centre Mall), so there’s that. They are soft and chewy and buttery in the best way; get the peanut butter chocolate chunk cookie, of course."

"This unique dessert café at the base of South Granville combines the owners’ two great loves: cheesecake, of course — an old family recipe — and music. Head in after a dinner out for your last course of the evening and enjoy an almost sinful, crustless slice of cake while listening to the sweet sounds of jazz. Aside from the classics, they make a chocolate version with peanut butter cream as well as nightly cheesecake specials like almond-mocha and lemon crumble."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. This is a small, family-run shop that is just two years old. It might not have a long legacy but the founders’ parents own a dairy so ice cream is in their blood!"

"I have ordered from them several times and the food is ways great. The food is authentic. I would highly recommend."