Marble Slab Creamery

Absolutely fantastic little place. When we walked in it smelled like heaven and everything we tried…read morewas incredible. The coconut cookies were insanely good. The man working the counter was so friendly and kind, too, and gave us some guidance on what to get. Completely recommend popping in if you want the best baklava of your life.

Everything here is mouth wateringly delicious! I would highly recommend stopping by and picking up…read moresome sweets if you are in the area.

Baklava

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Ice creams

Dolce Amore

4.4

(22 reviews)

MUST TRY: Akhbar Mishti flavor…read more Ambience: Spacious seating area with a screen showing FIFA matches. Flavors: Lots of options, including some unique flavors. Price: Comparable to other popular ice cream places. Taste: Absolutely loved it! I've been to their other locations before, but this time I tried the Akhbar Mishti flavor, and it was amazing! It was loaded with nuts, making every bite rich and flavorful. The single scoop was surprisingly generous too. If you're visiting for the first time, I highly recommend trying this flavor. I'd definitely go back for it!

one of the best gelato places in town. They do have a few changing seasonal flavours too. Their…read moreflavour selection isnt all that adventurous but everything they make is solid. Nice texture to the gelato, bold punchy flavours, creamy but still light. Service is fine, but they get busy and there is a wait. You get in line, pay for what quantities you want first, then take receipt to the counter to taste and pick your products. They also have a coffee/affogato bar with boozy options, some cookies, cakes, gelato sandwiches, and some on a stick. There is street metered parking nearby. The shop itself is clean, bright, modern. A few places to sit but most people take out. Reliable and consistent which is why I keep coming back. Pricing isnt cheap but its in-line with other gelato places. theyre a solid 4.5/5. Not quite 5/5, but definitely better than a 4/5.

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Akhbar mishti flavor

Earnest Ice Cream

We were in the area and in the mood for ice cream so we ended up at Earnest Ice cream. We got one…read morescoop of Cookies n Cream in a cup, one scoop of Salted Caramel in a cup, and one scoop of London Fog in a cup. Wow...the serving size is very generous here. They were very substantial scoops. We have been here in the past. I can't remember if the scoops were always that generous in size but they were certainly very generous today. Not much to say other than the ice cream is good! We will definitely be back here again sometime!

I'm not in the North Shore often, but when I am around Lonsdale, I always pop into Earnest Ice…read moreCream. We popped over after dinner a few nights ago and service was super speedy and friendly. I got to sample two flavours they have right now, Canoli and Toasted Marshmallow and the latter was my choice. SO delicious. I find Earnest Ice Cream to be so creamy and love their interesting flavours. The space at this location is bright. It's not as spacious as their Olympic Village location (and I can't recall compared to Fraser St or East Van). If you're in the neighbourhood, definitely stop by. If you want to grab a pint or ice cream sandwich, you can go to the shorter queue!

Vegan Peaches & Oat Cream and a scoop of Vegan Blueberry Crumble!!

The line inside

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Menchie's Frozen Yogurt

Nothing feels better than cup full of yogurt and gummies in a hot summer afternoon. This lovely…read morestore is located right at the corner of 2nd St E and Lonsdale Ave. You get to choose the yogurt flavor(s) and topping(s) then head to the cashiere to weight the whole cup and pay. I chose the original tart flavor with some gummies. $8 for a huge cup. It suprisingly tasted like the yogurt that I grew up eating in Vietnam. The gummies were sweet but got hard easily with the coldness. Nice patio area with shade for you to enjoy dessert.

One of my favorite spots for frozen yogurt. They always have great toppings and everything is…read morefresh. Of course pricing is per pound or ounce, but still delicious. I love the variety in flavors and this was a welcomed treat in Vancouver BC. Love the Lonsdale area.

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Dairy free

Cream Pony

Everyone was incredibly kind, and we had such a lovely time sitting outdoors! The chicken…read moresandwiches are beyond amazing :)

Whole some, old fashioned* recipe tasting with a modern take…read more.. Friends shared some of these donuts with me and they are wholesome tasting. Old fashioned to me, are donuts that taste like there is more milk and eggs in the batter. The base is very filling and more dense- almost cake batter like. Very different from the super fluffy ones that has been trending the past few years.

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Pier Gelato

My boyfriend came home with a 1/2 pint of gelato and a man-crush a few weeks ago, and I was too…read morebusy devouring the former to care about the latter. Then last night we decided to walk by Pier Gelato post Grouse Grind to "replenish" - and I totally got the whole man-crush thing. The owner is LOVELY - not only a guy you want scooping delicious gelato for you, but a guy you want running a business in your neighbourhood. He's the type of guy that will know you and your dog by name. Not a huge selection of flavours, but that's fine by us because the ones we've tried are to die for. Plus, the location's great and the space is hangout worthy. 5 stars for making us feel really good about eating gelato twice (err maybe thrice) in one month.

Gotta love these new gelato places, and a nice addition to this Lonsdale hood. Not sure if there's…read moreanother one but this one's convenient on the way to the SeaBus ;) Chocolate's always a winner. Nice staff and friendly service, don't get mad when you ask to try different flavours. Will be offering catering in the summer months. plenty of free parking.

Lovely ice cup.

New gelato favor

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Frux Gelato

2.0

(2 reviews)

0.2 km

The owner is kind and the ice cream is delicious. When I have time, I eat it whenever I goread more

Frux Gelato stealing customers money! I pressed 15% tip and…read morewas charged 30%! I normally don't check receipts but this stood out to me a lot to prompt me to calculate. Since the receipt doesn't indicate the percentage of tips given so I returned to inquire, the owners were defensive. They said I was the one who pressed the wrong button. I insisted to run through the transaction again and proved I was not making it up (15% became 30% and 30% was more than 30%!). Then they said it's not their fault, it's the pos machine's problem. They were not apologetic and with an attitude, had the gull to ask exactly how much tips I wanted to give. I said 15% so they gave be a refund of the difference. I sat nearby to eat the gelato and noticed they kept at their transactions but made no attempts to advise the customers of their claimed of machine problem! I urge everyone to check your receipts and don't go unless you don't mind being scammed! Expecting tips for scooping high cost, small quantity ice-cream is already bad enough! Hopefully, they will change after seeing this review! #northvancouver #businessfraud #scam #lonsdalequay #badcustomerservice #gelato #fruxgelato

Tiramisu.

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Shipyards Coffee

3.1

(22 reviews)

0.2 km

I'll have to say this place is more of a second wave coffee place and not really a place you want…read moreto come for if you are looking for sophisticated coffee If you want espresso base drinks with milk and special holiday drinks, this is not a bad place to check out Service is nothing to comment on an ambience is pretty typical for a second wave coffee shop. There are some nice seating options near the fireplace, which can feel pretty cozy. An OK place if you want a quick fix, but not if you want decent coffee. The espresso drinks themselves are pretty watery and under extracted, from my experience.

I like this place because it's cozy. They even have comfortable chairs by the window where u can…read moreread a book and relax. It's right next to the entrance towards the food court. They have selections of pastries and their coffee, I always drink it black, taste good with no strong after taste. I was on my way to the Christmas market next door but I decided to spend time here to work. I ordered the Apple Crumble. It's crunchy, doesn't taste like it's been sitting in the display case for days, or weeks. Sweetness is neutralized perfectly by the bitterness of the black coffee. They have 12oz as their regular size. I had to say that because I noticed that some places now are just serving 8oz, which is too small, then I don't have any choice but to order the larger size 16 oz. 12 oz is my sweet spot. The place has always been clean. They have a nice, long bar type table in the middle. Ambient music is just right. Perfect to have conversations while enjoying your coffee. The place is bright, not depressing. Service is fast and baristas are polite. For parking though, you have to park in one of those paid ones. Cuz this is a tourist spot so they regulate it. Overall, this is one of my favorite places to have coffee in.

Cappuccino and plain croissant with butter

Latte

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Frux Frozen Organic Yogurt

Super expensive for what you get and they charged $0.50 FOR THE SPOON TO HAVE YOUR ICE CREAM…read moreWITH!!!! What the F?? Ridiculous!!! Never coming back!

I was not impressed with this stand. Yelp offers a 15% discount, but we were only given 10%, which…read moreis false advertising. Furthermore, the ice cream was super average, and the waffle cones were thin and lackluster. Wouldn't return.

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New mango frozen yogurt

Crepe Escape

For what it is,I won't complain. This is a typical one man Holt in the wall operation. Crepes,…read moregelato and sandwiches. The fellow behind the counter works hard and probably owns the joint. The food is good but nothing to write home about but it's fresh and cheaper than the stand inside the Quay. He has a few tables and chairs outside if it's sunny, but no table service. It's just exactly what you expect and what more can you ask?

Staying at the Lonsdale Quay Hotel has the benefit of being connected to an international market…read more While perusing the selections, I discovered a crepe shop and decided that would be the best option for breakfast. I ordered the Nutella crepe with bananas for myself and the Nutella crepe with strawberries and ice cream for my husband. The cook dedicated thoughtful preparation to making the crepes, but it took 15-20 minutes and with an impending hotel checkout, it is not the best option for a quick breakfast. To the chef's defense, I'd rather have him take awhile than slop something together. Crepes are meant to be savored. However, the timeliness resulted in crispness and the crepes were difficult to cut through with the plastic utensils and plate provided. The overall taste was fair. As I watched the preparations, I was disappointed to see the final product topped with Smuckers brand chocolate. Higher quality ingredients would do a crepe good. Sadly, I allowed this place to charge an extra $5 in the currency exchange. I attributed it to tax and a tip, but in the end, two crepes with fruit (and one with three little scoops of ice cream) should not have cost $25 CAD. Be conscious of conversion rates ahead of time and allow at least a half hour - 45 minutes to eat if you're going to come here.

Thomas Haas Fine Chocolates & Patisserie

This was my late mother-in-law's favorite patisserie, and we used to visit every weekend, so it…read moreholds a special place for us. Space/location The space is on the smaller side, so it's not ideal for large groups, but it's cozy and inviting, with a few counter seats inside and some patio seating outside. Food and Drinks: The food and service are consistently good, and compared to many other cafés and patisseries, it offers excellent value for money. The hot chocolate and coffee are standout. The lady behind the machine clearly knows what they're doing, because every cup is spot on. The sandwiches can be a bit hit or miss, but our recent visits have been great. The smoked salmon croissant is served cold (they always check if that's okay), and even so, it's one of my favorites. The portobello sandwich, served warm, is also rich and full of flavor. And the cakes and pastries? Dangerous in the best way possible. The kind that keeps you coming back to North Van "just one more time." :)

The North Van cafe is a jumpin' joint with good reason! Beautiful design; even the bathroom is…read moreperfect. Warm ambiance, with their sweets up front for all to see. Excellent coffee, perfect croissants, pull-aparts and other Vienoisserie. Just spectacular 'chocolate everything.' Very quick service, even with their usual long line up. Excellent sandwiches and soup for lunch! Friendly staff and an excellent, efficient barista. 3 cheers for the bakers and chocolatiers back-of-house. In the kitchen. A wonderful team enterprise. I appreciate the expansion of outdoor seating; they could never provide enough for the crowds they attract. We often take our coffee and treats or lunch to the Park - only steps away.

Portobello sandwich

Smoked salmon croissant

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Seaside Doner Kebab

4.7

(14 reviews)

Definitely the best Doner in Vancouver! I usually don't eat…read moredoner because it's always full of fat and gristle, but theirs was next level

We found the food delicious, the manager walked us through the different menu items as we haven't…read moreeaten this before. What a delight! We highly recommend coming here. You can eat at their restaurant or by the water. Enjoyed the chicken and lamb wrap.

Lamb doner wrap medium spicy and an Ayran.

I shared one wrap. Huge

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Delicious tender slow cooked seasoned meat.

Delany's Coffee

Coffee shop in the heart of Edgemont village with plenty of seating inside and outside. I have the…read morewest coast wrap that has eggs spinach and mushrooms with their house drip.

This has to be said. Delaney's S'mores cookie is out of this world good. Get them to warm it up a…read morelittle and it's as good as cookies get. Pair it with a latte for fall snack perfection!

Wow. The rennovated Delanys in Edgemont interior.

Warmed up please!

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Jam Cafe

4.4

(41 reviews)

I was visiting the city for work and got a chance to see my close friend. For a relaxing weekend…read moreexperience, she took me to this restaurant for a Sunday brunch. We arrived early yet the place was already full, vibrant energy throughout the cafe. The decor had lots of funky and antique items, which added to the relaxing theme. After waiting for about twenty minutes, it was our turn to sit down and eat good food! Our waitress was a friendly lady who welcomed us and brought water. After browsing the items on the menu, my friend chose The Tater Bowl and I picked Mushroom N' Ricotta Benedict. Finally, when our orders arrived, we were ready to eat! The portion was so generous and everything was cooked just right. We were so full at the end, so we didn't get a chance to try other items. Friendly service, delicious food and warm vibe- you can't go wrong here! A must-try if you are visiting Vancouver!

The food was absolutely AMAZING -- seriously, so, so good! Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and…read morebeautifully prepared. The service was just as impressive. Annie was our server, and she was incredibly friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our entire visit. She made us feel so welcome and took great care of us. I ordered the lavender mimosa (which was perfectly balanced and refreshing) along with the Charlie Bowl, and both were outstanding. Everything from the presentation to the taste exceeded expectations. So happy we found this beautiful and delicious place to eat!! You have to try it!

The Fat Elvis (waffle with caramelized banana, & famous Jam bacon)

The bar

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Charlie Bowl

Black Kettle Brewing

Hidden gem! Their smash burgers are excellent! The fries are ok and the beers were very good. My…read moreonly issue is it's cold inside. We ended up moving 3 times and ended up right inside the front door which was the warmest due to the low ceiling. Service was super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Come for the beer selection and burgers and fries but skip the pizza…read more My partner ordered the Detroit style pizza but the crust was thinner than expected and the toppings were under the cheese which we don't prefer since the toppings stay soggy. The burgers (both beef and salmon option) are so good! As well as the really crispy fries. They have a good outdoor space and are doggy friendly.

Drunken Kettle Smash Burger with Fries

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Harmony Donut Shop

We've been customers for over forty years (!). Their cake doughnuts are both crisp and colourful…read more My five and eleven-year-olds love them! Just be aware that Harmony only takes cash.

The donuts are crunchy on the outside but pillow-y soft on the inside. They have different flavours…read more- my favorites are the chocolate with sprinkles and the orange with sprinkles. They're super affordable but only take cash.

Stack of donughnut boxes~

Box of donuts~

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Memorabilia inside~

Cream Pony

Everyone was incredibly kind, and we had such a lovely time sitting outdoors! The chicken…read moresandwiches are beyond amazing :)

Whole some, old fashioned* recipe tasting with a modern take…read more.. Friends shared some of these donuts with me and they are wholesome tasting. Old fashioned to me, are donuts that taste like there is more milk and eggs in the batter. The base is very filling and more dense- almost cake batter like. Very different from the super fluffy ones that has been trending the past few years.

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