I got the Vietnamese iced coffee expecting you know standard stuff. It was a whole concoction! It had salted cream top which was super thick and yummy and a lady finger cookie on top Friendly atmosphere too :) read more

Right on the corner of Richards and Smithe, at the southwest corner of the urban park there, is this small but funky and uber-cool café. I've passed it a gazillion times, meaning to visit and now, finally, after so many years, I've gone twice in two days (!). That's how much I enjoyed it yesterday. I went back today. First of all, the actual venue and building is fabulous. The cafe is a narrow triangular building of concrete and glass, with a retractable wall facing Richards, with a cute outdoor patio with cheery yellow bistro tables and chairs. The sharp angles of the planes of glass and concrete, coupled with the suspended lucite fixtures in yellow and orange, and the colorful neon strip of lights embedded in the threshold, all make for a fun, modern space. At night the top of the facade is bathed in ever-changing neon colors; it's super pretty. (Unfortunately, the cafe closes daily at 6pm, so it's not open in the later afternoons/evenings). Yesterday my kid and I each got a Spanish coffee. It was delicious (although not as sweet as I expected. But still very good). And we shared a confetti cookie which was a HUGE hit: super fresh, slightly chewy, with a load of colorful sprinkles in it. I call it a "happy" cookie, and it was probably one of the best cookies we had ever had. We sat outside on the patio, watching the kids frolic in the water feature in the park. It was a lovely afternoon. Today we returned, hoping to replicate the experience. We ordered the Spanish coffees but, alas, they were out of condensed milk so they were unable to make those for us. Ditto for the Vietnamese coffee I ordered. I ended up ordering a salted caramel coffee - and I gotta say, I preferred it to the Spanish coffee. It was SO good. My kid ordered a strawberry matcha concoction with whipped cream, and another confetti cookie for us to share. I waited over 5 minutes outside for her and finally went back in to see what the hold-up was. They were still making her strawberry matcha drink. I guess that drink takes a long time to prepare. When it was ready, it looked nothing like the photo depicted on the menu, but my kid enjoyed it, saying it was quite good. As for the cookie, it was not as chewy as it was yesterday, leading me to believe it wasn't fresh. But it still was delicious. Other points to note for this place: they have free wi-fi inside (bonus!), and there were various sandwiches and light foods offered on the menu. Be advised, though, if you think you might need a washroom after having your coffees, there are no restroom facilities in this cafe. They have two outside but both were out of service and taped off, both yesterday and today. read more

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Kafka's is tucked inside a funky, architecturally interesting building that immediately sets the tone. The interior has a rustic charm with lots of wood accents, though the tables are packed in fairly close, which makes it feel a bit crowded. The huge windows are a big win, flooding the space with light and offering a relaxing view of the park outside. The coffee itself was solid--smooth and well-prepared. For breakfast, we tried the Eggtopia, which came on a fluffy milk bun that was light yet satisfying. It's a nice option if you're looking for something simple to pair with your drink. One thing to note: there are no washrooms inside. You'll need to use the public facilities outside, which weren't the cleanest. Tip: plan ahead if that's important to you. read more

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Well i wasn't able to satisfy my chocolate fix at kasama so i opted for an iced decaf mocha no ice here at Kafka's. I was not at all disappointed. This was so yummy and chocolatey!!! Lovely indoor outdoor seating options and friendly service. This place is a winner. Hubby enjoyed his cold brew as well! read more

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This is some dam fine coffee. They only have one type of coffee brew going in the morning which I find bewildering as surely people have a preference, whether it be more of a classic breakfast blend or a dark roast for those that like the taste of their coffee beans more to the bitter side. None the less, I was in luck as I always go for the dark roast, and they were brewing Columbian with hints of: Cherry Cola, Black Tea, and Dark Chocolate. The coffee was top grade, not watery at all, and packed a very high-quality bite to it. There is usually only one person working here and I feel for them as the place can get crowded very quickly. My girlfriend tried the matcha tea and she was a fan. I have heard from other yelpers that this coffee and tea spot can be a little bit pricier than the other coffee spots however the design of the place is awesome, and they do not blast music like in every other place my girlfriend and I stopped into for morning coffee that week. I have not been to their other location but the one on Richards street I highly recommend you give it a try. And as always people SYOY!!! read more

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Very disappointed! I went to try their special Elphaba matcha hot chocolate for the hot chocolate festival and it was nothing as advertised. No matcha foam, very sweet and liquid chocolate, no matcha taste, such a bit of matcha powder on top. The bitterness of the matcha should have made it a great drink but clearly not enough matcha if any. Nothing like in the pictures. Clearly I won't come back. read more

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I enjoyed my time grabbing some coffee here and working on my laptop outside. I was definitely drawn by the name and the way that they incorporate some surrealism into their decor. It's a uniquely designed cafe with fun interior touches. They make good use of the space, although it feels a bit cramped. As soon as a mother sat a coughing child down next to me, I headed outside. The interior is a little dingy, which took away a little bit. A cool space should be cared for a bit better, IMO. I like that the location is in this family centered area and you can watch families interacting in the spaces around, such as the little water spouts coming out of the ground or the park next door. A light ambiance for the background of your work. I had a cortado and the coffee was really good. I was tempted to grab a bag but funnily enough, didn't want to like it and then have a hard time getting more! The service was typical for a coffee shop, or I would say friendly. I definitely think this place is worth your time. read more

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Cute cafe in the midst of downtown by a relatively new park/art installation. The interior of the shop is vibrant, and is oddly shaped which was cool. I went in the middle of summer, and it was jam packed. Staff were friendly enough, but very busy. I got a cold flat white, and a cold oat milk latte. Don't remember the exact price, probably around the ~$6 mark. Swapping to oat milk was one of the pricier places I've been, I think it was about a $1 or so. Overall a nice experience. read more

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Kafka's Coffee & Tea is a really funky cool like dat concept coffee (& tea) shop. I first came across Kafka's at their Gastown location. See my pix! This new location is tied in to the urban park here at Richard's St & Smithe. It is a tiny spot but has plenty of outdoor seating attached to the park. Oh & do go see my pix & review for this Vancouver park, yet to be officially named. Coffee & Tea are highly subjective to each individuals taste buds. Your particular flavour might not appeal to me & vice versa, so do give Kafka's & try & don't be afraid to try something new here if it's your first time. Kafka's is a locally owned business = #supportlocal read more

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met up with a friend for lunch at 12:30 pm on a rainy monday, and there was only one other person in the cafe at the time. it didn't take long for the place to fill up during the lunch hour crowd and people seeking refuge from the rain. kafka's is located on richards and smithe, the site of the newest downtown park, and opens out into an urban plaza. this park is an oasis in the heart of downtown vancouver, and is further enhanced with having a locally roasted coffee shop that offers all day breakfast, lunch, baked goods, and soft serve ice cream (seasonal). it is evident that a lot of thought, planning, and money has gone in to this urban development, it's innovative and sustainably designed. i had a latte and their avocado toast with pickled onions, arugula and chilli oil on a sourdough bread. this place is a great alternative to starbucks, and other similar coffee shops in the downtown area, as it offers a nice respite from the hustle and bustle of a concrete jungle. kafka's in the park is opened seven days a week from 7am to 6pm. read more

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I had a nice experience with the GNW Kafka's a while back, and I liked this one too. I really like the design of the building - it's colourful and the eccentric geometrical design is artsy, but it also has a bit of an earthy feel with the tree stump tabletops. Although it's a small building, the seating capacity inside is actually greater than I would've expected since it's seats all along the walls. There's also a handful of patio tables, and the location by the park is pretty relaxed. It would be a nice spot to chill out for a while. I got a Not-Meatballs sub and an alfajor. No drink this time. Great food. The impossible meatballs themselves are pretty good (lots of flavour!) and the sauce they dressed them in was delicious, with nice fresh bread. And the alfajor cookies were so soft! Pricing is kind of middle of the road. I have seen better value, I've also seen worse value. Not bad for downtown. The baristas were friendly and my food was ready pretty quickly. The weird thing, and they do this at the other cafe too, is I don't understand why they wrap the sandwiches in heavy-duty paper and tape it shut when you order to dine in. It's not the kind of paper that you can use to keep the sandwich together - you have to unwrap it completely to eat it. It's a small detail, but it seems wasteful. That's my only real complaint - otherwise the place has left me with a good impression and I'd gladly come back for a quick but quality lunch or snack. read more

Cute cafe on the corner of Richards and Smithe next to Rainbow Park. Love the lighting and funky design. Latte was nice and smooth. The oat milk charge was quite pricey though. read more

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Nice spot for a bite. We had the London Fog as a beverage and an Eggtopia (maybe a bit greasy but that can be good) and a chicken shawarma sandwich. A tasty light lunch. Servers were efficient and it wasn't too loud or crowded. read more

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Let me just get to the point right away with this cute little coffee/eatery. If service is important to you and you're watching your $....then you may not want to try this place. If you're looking to grab n go with money to spend then....sure check it out. This place from afar looks quite enticing. The decor, architecture and open patio is luring and that's what happened to me. I was looking to grab lunch and this place called me over.....the place not the people....keep reading... When I walked in, there was a cold reception from the front staff. They were clearly overwhelmed, but it was more than that....they were just not very friendly. The lady looked like she didn't want to be there, was annoyed and wanted to go to the beach. The guy working next to her at the coffee section was of the same energy and attitude. Clearly looked at me and not a single smile, no hello, no have you been helped...nothing. What made it even worse, in terms of service, was when his buddy walked in there was the disposition he should've had with every guest that walks in. Anyway, moving on..... Also they didn't know their own menu. I ordered the Glory Bowl and asked the lady, other than Chicken and fake meat were there any other proteins I could add? and she recommended egg, which I later found out it came with already, so if I had listened to her suggestion I would've paid for and had extra egg on the bowl. When my bowl was ready a kitchen staff member came up and called my name, set it down and just left...without making sure that it got to the right person and the girl who took my order was still in a trance and the coffee guy...well he was clearly busy entertaining his buddy. I grabbed my bowl and left....with no thank you for coming..have a nice day....hope to see you soon.....I could've grabbed the wrong one and left and none of them would've been the wiser. The Glory Bowl itself was pretty good. Daring pairing of fresh ingredients that surprisingly worked nicely together. The only suggestion I would have for the bowl is to increase the portion of the quinoa as it is an ingredient not a garnish. The bowl was $14 and with added chicken it was an extra $4, so it's quite pricy compared to sit down restaurants and their entree salads and health bowls in the area. But, I think what struck the most for me was this: When you look at the place from across the street, you get a sense of a trendy, relax, summery, fun and light place in beautiful Yaletown to grab coffee and a bite, but when you walk in you feel a stormy cold chill.....simply coming from staff, that I'm sure mean well, but might want to warm up the place a bit with some adjustments in their service and attitude. It's a shame that a place would sabotage repeat business merely due to staff service. When you're charging those prices the guest is entitled to more than...here's your order...do you want a receipt? To be frank, I've gotten better service from MacDonalds. Everything considered I would not return. read more

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The coffee is very good. The device is pretty miserable and extraordinarily slow. A good variety of the usual snacks (cookies etc) but nothing outstanding. There are better options within close proximity of this cafe. read more

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I enjoyed the colorful sunny corner space, great cappuccino and delicious, amazing avocado toast. The service was friendly and fast. read more

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Amazing avocado toast!! It's in a perfect location and the inside is stunning. Great customer service and even better coffee. Will definitely be coming back. This was a great breakfast stop on our walk. read more

Delicious food. Great coffee. Cool building. Very pleasant place to have coffee and delicious food.

I'm not sure what people are complaining about. This cafe has been and continues to be one of the best in Vancouver. I'm sorry, but you get what you pay for, this isn't Starbucks! I like the new location amongst the playground and spray park, although I will always miss the Main St. location. read more

Quaint little spot in a modern city park. Seats onsite are very comfortable. Cappuccinos are of good Italian quality and they serve a couple of breakfast options. Friendly staff. read more

I had been a fan of the Main street location before they closed down, hence why I was excited they were opening one here. But this time, the experience was subpar. Location is great but that's about it. I wonder if the staff understands the difference between being knowledgeable and condescending. My guess is nope! If rude snobbish baristas are what you are looking for to start your day, then by all means don't let me stop you! But I will take my business elsewhere, as there are plenty of better cafés nearby (Heirs Pears, Small Victory...). The overpriced baked goods and espresso drinks left a bad taste in my mouth, though it's probably partly due to the attitude! If things don't change soon, I can definitely see another location closing down yet again. read more

Great coffee and great covered outdoor/indoor space with comfortable seating. The food menu is small but high quality.