Went to try their festive drinks and I enjoyed the marshmallow macchiato even though it didn't have…read moremuch of a marshmallow flavour. The service was alright and the ambiance was so amazing with the festive decorations and train setting.

Stumbled upon this place when I was on my lunch break, and it was great! The benches were really…read morecute and had a rustic interior, which I love for coffee shops. They had a pretty good menu. I got the tuna melt sandwich and the chocolate chip cookie. The tuna melt was toasted and full of flavour. However, I will say the chocolate chip cookie was a little hard which is not typically something I like in a cookie. Service was splendid. The staff were kind and always had a smile on their faces. Great coffee shop to go to when you're in the neigbourhood!

Nice hipster coffee shop at the NE corner of Hastings and Nanaimo…read more Parking is available on the side streets. The interior reminds me of an antique shop, with random knick knacks for deorations, and vintage furniture. There are also several tables outside (S and W facing). Staff are friendly. No complaints. The flat white I had was pretty solid.

beautiful ambiance! Absolutely get a window seat if you can, nice workers and great selection of…read morefood and drinks. They also have a nice little area to add sugar, salt, honey etc if you need.

What a hidden gem on the E. Hastings strip. Pennyroyal Coffee is a simple yet classy cafe. The…read morefacade is very clean and proper, as is the inside. The interior is well laid out with stool window seats, small tables along the walls, and a gorgeous wooden table at the end. The walls are professionally decorated with framed shots by local photographers. On to the star of the show...the coffee. I started with shot of potent espresso topped with oat milk. What a heavenly combo that was! I took the time to slowly savour each sip. They're not just about coffee, despite the name. The Jasmine loose leaf tea is very fragrant and provides a very nice alternative to those who prefer tea. Feeling a bit hungry, I added an almond croissant produced by a local bakery nearby. I love how this indie is supporting his own local businesses. Better yet, the croissant was sooooo nice right to the last bite....and of course, I scraped up all the crumbs and enjoyed that just as much. Lastly, the owner who took over the shop this summer is a gentleman. He knows his coffee!! I hope everyone in the area will keep supporting the Indies.

A cute quaint cafe, albeit a bit small, but perfect for some studying or a quiet get together with…read morefriends. We stopped by here for a baked good (To Die For lemon loaf) as well as a London Fog. Both were top notch cafe quality!

Excellent coffee. Delicious banana bread; not too sweet, which I absolutely loved. I asked for a…read morerecommendation and the lovely guy at the counter suggested this and I am so glad he did because it was one of the better banana breads out there. I wanted a small latte but their smallest size was a 12 oz, so he suggested an 8 oz flat white. I agreed and it was a good decision because it was just the right size for me (8 oz) and it was excellent! Great vibe, clean place and very friendly staff. Was a little crowded today but I managed to get a seat.

This is a hidden gem. On the outside it looked small and cozy, once I walked in, I was wow'd by…read morehow much room there is inside. There are multiple levels here and outside seating. Service was prompt, polite and courteous. Only had coffee this time. However the looked amazing though. Because I didn't try the food this time I'll give a 4/5 stars. Next time I'll have something to eat and from what I saw being served to other customers, I'm sure I will upgrade to a five star rating!!

I had such an amazing experience at Yuan Coffee. It is so rare to find a coffee shop that not only…read moreimports beans roasted in Asia, but also roasts their own beans in-house. You can really tell how intentional they are with their sourcing, roasting, and brewing. I knew I had to try something made from their gorgeous vintage hand-lever espresso machine, and it absolutely lived up to the experience. I had a cortado with beautiful notes of jasmine and stone fruit, and then took a Geisha drip coffee to go. Both were delicate, clean, and incredibly well-balanced. The baristas were also so knowledgeable and genuinely helpful. They took the time to walk me through their beans and helped me choose something that matched what I was looking for. It felt thoughtful without being pretentious, which I really appreciated. They seem to specialize in lighter roasts, which can be difficult to execute well, especially as espresso. It is easy for light roast espresso to come across too sharp, sour, or overly intense, but Yuan's coffee was nuanced, floral, and smooth. You can tell there is a lot of skill behind the bar. This place truly feels like a treasure and a local gem. I am honestly shocked more people are not frequenting it. If you appreciate specialty coffee, beautiful equipment, and baristas who really know their craft, Yuan Coffee is absolutely worth visiting.

I love checking out the coffee scene whenever I travel. First impression is that this place is…read morepretty low key. They have a simple setup offering a good variety of roasters around Asia. We preferred reading about the flavor notes but the barista was able to walk us through the ones we asked about. Pretty good memory! It goes to show how serious about their craft too.

Coffee is great! Baked goods were freezer burnt. The staff were great about it though.read more

Came for some coffee after having lunch on Commercial. There aren't too many coffee shops north of…read more1st Avenue. The staff are friendly, the coffee was good but the place is very dimly lit, it feels narrow inside and The reason for the lower star is because there is no washroom or at least none provided. They told us to go to Havana restaurant down the street to use that restaurant's washroom. Felt weird going to another place to ask to use the washroom. I never thought a coffee shop wouldn't have a washroom for their customers. Maybe there was an issue, if they had a washroom but I didn't see anywhere you could go, to go to a washroom. Their counter pretty much covers the whole back of the place.

I was lucky enough to win a 6-pack of cinnamon buns from a Valentine's Giveaway on Instagram, and…read morethe moment I walked into Grounds for Coffee, I was hit with the most amazing sweet cinnamon smell. I LOVE cinnamon, so I was already in heaven. They gave me a huge box of freshly made cinnamon buns topped with silky, sweet frosting -- and I love my buns extra sweet! One big bite and I was instantly in cinnamon bun heaven. The buns were soft, fresh, and packed with real brown sugar and cinnamon that ooze out in the best way. It's honestly so hard to find perfectly made, fresh cinnamon buns in the Lower Mainland, and I finally found my go-to spot. Thank you, Grounds for Coffee, for your generosity and love . You guys are the best! I'll definitely be back.

I got a matcha frappe at Grounds For Coffee and it was excellent…read more You'll see plenty of working professionals and students here on their laptops. It has a nice, cozy feel to it.

date & time: monday may 11, 2026 @ 11am party of 5…read morevibes: singles & besties in sweaters & lace shorts decor: vibey coffee spot service: sweet Imbibe: ube matcha & chai total: $17.98 canadian

The staff here are super friendly and nice…read more The strawberry matcha and mango hojicha with oat milk is also very delicious. The pastries and sandwiches are also very good. They also have a Doe Pass for $90/month for unlimited drinks that is really worth it if you live around the area. It also has other perks. I would only say that the portion is a little small, perhaps they can add two sizes in the future.