Best Dessert in Granville Island

"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."

"Looking inside, you can see there are actually two almond sections: one tube-like almond bar and a generous amount of almond paste buried under a number of layers and folds. Content-wise, this had the second highest almond proportion. Its shell didn't have the same flakiness as the two above but made up for it with a great rise."

"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..."

"‘Best natural farm to cone’ gelato in Vancouver, with several locations including Kitsilano and the False Creek seawall. Uno Gelato specializes in hand-crafted gelato and sorbetto using local ingredients, including organic Avalon milk. Choose from a variety of intriguing flavors, including; mango tango, maple praline almond, very cherry, chocolate grand marnier and many seasonal tastes."

"A post shared by Uno Gelato (@unogelato.yvr) on Jun 14, 2020 at 8:01am PDT. You’ll find a dozen different flavours of original gelato at each of Uno Gelato’s locations. Each flavour is made with fresh, local organic ingredients so you know you’re getting the best."

"Globally feted Vancouver gelato maestro James Coleridge has reinvented his business with a cool new brand and an endlessly tempting array of perfectly executed flavors. The menu changes with the seasons but often... Top ChoiceFrench in Gastown & Chinatown"

"Breka Bakery & Cafe is set to be “coming soon” to Main Street, according to signage at the new location. The popular destination is known for offering up delicious baked goods and savoury eats 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Breka’s logo is plastered on the windows and door at 4554 Main Street, which is located just a few blocks from Sula’s newly opened restaurant."

"Indulge it at Breka Bakery, open 24 hours a day and serving some seriously good café food and baked goods. While you can order full cakes for special occasions, at 3 am, it’s a slice you’re after. Your choices are between the white chocolate raspberry or the Belgian chocolate espresso, each of which will satisfy your late-night need for the rich, creamy cake."

"A post shared by Breka Bakery & Café (@brekabakery) on Jul 19, 2019 at 4:14pm PDT. How can you really go wrong with a bakery cafe open 24/7?. Whether it’s an early morning doughnut craving or a late-night study session, Breka is here for hungry Vancouverites looking for a selection of goodies around the clock, and around the city."

"Similar to a European chimney cake, enjoy your ice cream in a freshly-baked Praguery cone. These cones come in ten different flavours and eating ice cream out of these flavoured cones is definitely a unique experience. The Praguery is a food truck so look them up online to find out which neighbourhood they’ll be parked in."

"A post shared by The Praguery (@thepraguery) on Jul 14, 2020 at 11:19am PDT. The Praguery offers a traditional, Eastern European dessert similar to a chimney cake that tastes better with ice cream in it. The cones are freshly baked and you can choose from a variety of different flavours."

"Why wait until the PNE to enjoy giant dough cones filled with ice cream?. The Praguery truck brings the treats to the streets instead, specializing in Czech Chimney Cakes. The cones are filled with soft serve and your choice of toppings and add-ons, like Nutella and Lemon Curd."

"A post shared by Suzanne (@enchantedchameleon) on Jan 16, 2018 at 7:23am PST. Cupcakes nails the classics like chocolate, red velvet, and vanilla cake – all of which are available in a variety of Insta-worthy styles. In addition to this, their iconic cupcakes are just as pretty as the big cakes and they don’t need to be ordered in advance."

"Despite a strong focus on cupcakes, Original Cupcakes is well known for their custom cakes. Not surprisingly, their most popular creation is their gigantic cupcake cake. The Barbie cake is another big favourite for birthday parties."

"A post shared by CANDY/ICE CREAM/DESSERTS (@yumsweetshop) on Jun 15, 2020 at 12:26pm PDT. Yum Sweet Shop is basically the doorway to heaven. They don’t just offer candy, as they’ve also got soft serve and regular ice cream."

"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!"

"A post shared by Minn 🇰🇷 | Let's Eat Van 🇨🇦 (@minn._.pixels) on Jun 19, 2018 at 11:54pm PDT. Try out liquid nitrogen ice cream at this eatery. Using liquid nitrogen helps create the ice cream faster and it often has a smoother, creamier texture than traditional ice cream."

"A post shared by Ice Cream, Catering & Events (@bucketsicecream) on May 12, 2020 at 4:00pm PDT. This place has got buckets of ice cream to satisfy your dessert tastebuds. Buckets offers all the classics and then some, and even some vegan options."

"Bordered by the English Bay and the Vancouver Harbor, Stanley Park is completely surrounded by water and has some of the city’s most beautiful views. This lush green forest is full of plants found only in the area and can be viewed from the many paths and trails that run through the park, including the Seawall, a stone wall that surrounds the park and runs along the water’s edge. The park is also home to Vancouver’s Aquarium and several restaurants and snack bars to make spending the day in the woods easy."

"This magnificent 404-hectare park combines excellent attractions with a mystical natural aura. Don’t miss a stroll or cycle (rentals near the W Georgia St entrance) around the 8.8km seawall: a kind of visual spa treatment fringed by a 150,000-tree temperate rainforest, it’ll take you past the park’s popular totem poles."

"Earnest is a legendary small-batch ice cream chain that made its start in Vancouver. They feature rotating, seasonal flavours like these alongside classics like salted caramel and mint chip. 127 West 1st Street North Vancouver Website: www.earnesticecream.com"

"Just steps from the shopping corridor of Yaletown in downtown Vancouver, David Lam Park is a lovely green expanse that provides a taste of the great outdoors amidst the hustle of the city streets. Views over False Creek are framed by the glass condo towers that transformed the neighborhood in the 1990s. Grab a takeout from a local cafe for a picnic on the grass, and contemplate the journey this part of Vancouver has gone through since it was picked as the site for Expo ‘86."

"Just steps away from all the kid-themed fun at Granville Island, like the water park, Arts Umbrella and Kids Market, Dockside is family-friendly and has a special menu for the under 12 set. Offerings include fresh sliced fruit, veggies, and dip, in addition to mac and cheese, chicken fingers, and elbow noodles. Wash it all down with a Shirley Temple or Roy Rogers."

"This hotel restaurant gets points for its Granville Island location and its microbrews, which are crafted on the premises. The indoor fireplace adds instant appeal, but the patio is by all accounts one of the best places to hang out. The large space offers sweeping views of the cityscape and the water."

"Everyone loves Sun Sui Wah’s roasted squab because of its juiciness and its exotic flavors. They also offer an impressive variety of dim sum every morning, which keeps their customers returning for more. The restaurant is located in a vibrant and peaceful neighborhood and there is private parking available, so customers don’t need to stress out about parking."

"The Sun Sui Wah restaurant is one of the renowned dining places in Hong Kong established around 30 years ago. And now it has also spread its roots to Vancouver and Richmond. This restaurant gives a chance to all the foodies to enjoy their famous roasted squab, seafood and dim sum for once and satiate their craving."

"It’s fast, hot and loud, and there are line-ups every weekend, and most weekdays. Definitely make a reservation and skip breakfast. This is the best way outside of Richmond to fill up the family on fried squid, siu mai and har gow without breaking the bank or worrying about the quality of the ingredients."

"This neighbourhood institution claims to be “a local celebration of sustainable seafood and wine”. And trust me, this is one party you don’t want to miss. All of the seafood on the menu is certified Oceanwise."

"Experience fine dining, a West Coast menu and a beautiful ambience on this Lonsdale Avenue patio. 91 Lonsdale Ave.4pm to 9pm – seven days a weekwww.fishworks.ca"