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.

A really bright, clean, welcoming space to get some work done or meet up with someone. My iced…read morelatte was refreshing and just right. I had no problem finding a place to plug in my phone, and found it very comfortable in general.

Baked goods kind of sad. My friend didn't finish her muffin but it looked a bit dry…read more Comfortable bench seating though. Nice that they offer water cups if you already had too much coffee for the day.

Just a 10 minute short walk from commercial and Broadway sky train station…read more I absolutely loved the baguette and croissant. The crust on the baguette was amazing and flavourful. The baguette was full of complex flavours and each bite showed it's true colours Their breads are definitely artisan made The croissant was also amazing with its flakey layers. It was buttery but not overwhelming. The bread pudding was also delicious but not my style. I wish it had a few more apple chunks to every bite, I think that would add some extra freshness to the taste. They also sell a lot of goods in the store like canned fish, jams, and chocolates!

Prepare to be swept away by the divine pastries at The Bench Bakehouse on Commercial Drive. Their…read moreexpertly crafted crunch pastries offer a symphony of textures that will leave you craving more. The star of the show is the luscious chocolate almond croissant, where the richness of chocolate and the crunch of almonds harmonize in perfect bliss. Baked fresh daily, each bite transports you to pastry heaven. The morning bun is a must-try, with its tender layers of cinnamon-infused delight. Indulge in the savoury perfection of the ham & cheese scroll. And keep an eye out for their unique white chocolate matcha cookie and rhubarb pistachio danish--an unexpected treat that will tantalize your taste buds. The Bench Bakehouse is a haven for pastry enthusiasts seeking pure culinary artistry. Thank you for the kind invite and hospitality. @thebenchbakehouse Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: [#mediatasting] Presentation: 4/5 Parking: 5/5 There is a parking lot behind the plaza that offers 45 mins free parking, and you must register at the machine. Tips: * have gluten-free options available. * should arrive early for the best selection. * have friendly staff passionate about their craft and love sharing their knowledge. * offer convenient packaging options. Would I Return: Yes ‍

Lovely Italian coffee shop that also serves sandwiches and gelato. It was my first time there but…read morefrom the interaction of the staff/owners with other customers, I can tell it's a popular establishment in the community with a lot of loyal customers. I tried the Frank's Special Sandwich which had cappicollo, mortadella, mozzarella cheese, eggplant (pickled), lettuce and tomato in it. The sandwich bread was soft but also toasted to a nice crisp. The filling was pretty generous. I also tried their mocha with whipped cream. It's heartwarming. Cafe Calabria's interior design is quirkily maximalist. There are a lot of white statues and their ceilings are painted. There's a fountain inside the cafe too. It's fun to spend an hour there sipping a coffee while enjoying the fun atmosphere.

I was brought here by my friend because they know I love Italy and its people…read more I had the soup of the day and a sea-salted caramel ice cream for dessert. My friend had coconut ice cream and an Italian-style sandwich. We both also ordered espresso. We were very pleased with the flavors of the dishes. The large portions were really worth the price. I'll definitely come back to try more dishes.

Did a quick stop at Prado cafe on Commercial. It was a very hot day and the cafe had no…read moreairconditioning so it was really hot inside. I got their ham & cheese croissant which was not bad but it was a bit too greasy, there was oil dripping through the paper bag. I got their iced matcha latte, the matcha flavour was a bit too strong.

Small cafe , cute vibe and friendly staff. Tried churro…read moredonut , muffin and Boston cream donut. Baking was really tasty and displayed cute in the case. Also iced matcha, iced "hot" chocolate , and strawberry mocha. Strawberry mocha was a 1/5 in my opinion did not finish drinking it. Matcha was decent , and iced chocolate was ok lots of ice. These sizes of cups were each around $6.50

Cozy, cute, CUDDly EAst VAN VIBEs Double Jay ,,... It's the…read moreepicentre of EAST VAN JJ personifies the bravado of feistiness. It's retro yet eclectic all rolled into just like its feature of a variety of Neate Donuts like the Banana cream centre , enough to make a monkey cry for joy ... It has inside seating with high top Chairs along the wall and patio seating ..the ceiling still Has the side boards horizontal giving it a post modern effect... if you need cool threads there is JJ logo to wear on your bod or head and mug n cups ... .... EAST VAN RULES at Double Also JJ knows how to do the Java ... coffee supremo

I have been a loyal customer for years, however today's experience at commercial drive at 4:00pm. I…read morewaited for a coffee for 20 mins that never arrived. As well other customers, service was so slow, The staff even called the previous customer the B---- word under there tongues which i heard when she also complained. I requested a refund and as told they do not know how and gave me a coffee card. I spent $12 for a latte and muffin for the experience. I usually do not complain, however the staff was just chatting with there friends and felt zero respect for customer service. Again I have been going for years multiple locations, never had and issue. The food quality and coffee is one of the best in town.

The turksickle is a winner, deliciousness, not as sweet as a caramel macchiato, more of a mocha…read moreflavour. Friendly staff. Amex friendly.

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.

This bakery is top tier for the area. It's located on a major intersection but tucked away in a…read moreresidential neighborhood. The place is small, with limited seating. The pastries are delicious and crafted so beautifully. I came here for hot chocolate festival and the flavours were spot on. A tad sweet but it's hot chocolate. I also tried their limited time sticky rice croissant which had all the umami flavours one could want! Texture of the croissant was crunchy, butter and full of flavour. Sadly, the sticky rice texture mixed with croissant was not the best. The service here is great. Staff are friendly. The only downside to this store is the way their line up system works. They have 2 store areas, connected by the till. It's a bit hard to pass through when there are people waiting in line to pay, waiting on line to order, etc. Just a bit of awkward spacing

Finally decided to walk into this cute cafe that i always pass by whenever going to the grocery…read morestore a few steps away. It's always busy but today it looked quiet at random so stumbled in. So glad i finally decided to. Cozy cute cafe where you can study and bring your labtop/ introvert friendly or quick catchup with the girls / cute coffee date etc ... The cafe is currently participating in the hot chocolate festival too but i ordered a matcha latte along with a cruffin apple cheesecake and ooo it was so delicious and bouncy airy. The center had fresh bits of apple and there was a creamy cream cheese filling and you get this texture that's a combo of crossiant and muffin .. if you love apple or even caramel etc i think it would really suit your pallette. I will order some pastries to go next time when i have more time. Staff is super friendly and patient. They handled the loads of questions i had. Super clean place too. Free parking upfront and there's parking downstairs too.

Mah Milk Bar is a friendly and cozy neighbourhood coffee shop/mini grocery store located in the…read moreheart of East Vancouver. I was glad to visit on a Sunday morning while taking a walk with my boyfriend in his neighbourhood. When we arrived, it was quite busy. The coffee shop is small, but charming with limited seating available. The menu mainly contains basic coffee shop items as well as a variety of baked goods. We ordered an iced specialty coffee with ice cream and a small latte. I also chose the Tiramisu danish and we nibbled on it while waiting for our coffee. The danish was suggested by the cashier as one of the more popular items. She was completely right, because this baked treat was heavenly. The outside was like a croissant, flakey and buttery and paired with a delicious tiramisu custard on the inside. We also grabbed a scone for our walk home (which turned out to be delicious as well). The shop also sells local artisanal goods such as chocolate, sauces, and even loaves of bread. It's nice to gander around while waiting for your order. We enjoyed our coffee on the walk back home. The coffee is quite strong, which would be optimal for most coffee lovers. The flavour was deep and chocolate-y, but not bitter at all. I read on their site that they regularly rotate their bean selection. I would love to return to try more of their food items!

The best strawberry matcha I had in my weeknd trip to Vancouver. The service and shop itself was…read morevery nice. Loved the outdoor seating and the aesthetics of the drinks/food. I highly recommend and would come back!

Beautiful spacious cafe bakery to visit. Lots of windows creates a bright space. We tried a few…read morepastries and the honey laminated brioche exceeded my expectations. The delicate flavour with the perfectly flaky layers make it a perfect pastry to peel layer by layer. Also tried the goat cheese and tomato tart and to pain au chocolat which was delicious. Definitely worth a returner

My favorite season has arrived - Vancouver croissant crawl festival! I visited L'Atelier…read morePatisserie. What I got: Milk Chocolate Passion Fruit Croissant A bicolored croissant filled with milk chocolate and passion fruit whipped ganache. Bright and tangy notes meet smooth, comforting chocolate -- a taste of sunshine on a crisp fall afternoon. Bi colored croissant looked very beautiful. Dough was light and flaky as usual, the highlight was the filling. Tangy milk chocolate with passion fruit flavor was so delicious. It reminds me of hot chocolate with fruit flavor which I really liked. It was pretty good item.