Loved trying out the coffee buns and iced espresso drink at Papparoti. I tried their signature coffee bun which was crisp and sweet on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I liked the lightness of the bun and could've eaten more than one. The iced espresso was also very good. I'm not usually a coffee drinker but I enjoyed this as it wasn't too bitter or too sweet, it had a good balance of everything! Extra points for adding a chocolate cookie stick in the drink! read more

PappaRoti - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came by for one of their signature buns after hearing my friends raving about it. Parking is available on the side streets. Robson, not so much. The inside is classy and upscale. The entire building is new, so this is a given. Nice pale wood and metal decor. Staff are friendly and casual. No complaints there. $3.50 for a single signature bun!? Yikes. And that's just for the bun. No toppings. Things like jam, sauces, fresh fruit, or ice cream are another $1.25 each. The buns look large, but the inside is one giant air pocket. I could probably squish it into a ball with my hands and eat it in one bite. There's a nice coffee and butter taste to the bread, but I have trouble justifying the cost. With that said, the coffee looks more reasonable at $2-4, but I didn't try. The food quality is good, and this place would be good for a date, but unless one has deep pockets, this may not be the most prudent venue for a daily coffee. read more

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Loved their coffee bun! We ordered one to share as a dessert with ice cream, whip cream, bananas, and strawberries. They also offer dairy-free milks as substitutes, so even better. Lots of tables to sit in and a spacious spot. read more

Not as great as I had hoped for but can't complain either. Honestly, my favorite part was the teddy grahams s'more cookie; that was worth trying for sure read more

3.5 stars I have mixed feelings about pappa roti since I am Asian and I'm used to the whole sweet/fluffy/light/crispy category of buns. My friend whom had never tried Asian buns before was mind blown at how tasty they were but honestly l, they weren't too special to me other than the fact that they were fresh out of the oven. I have yet to try their special flavours and next time I go to downtown I may give the ice cream one a shot! The cafe itself is very quaint and welcoming. Everything is clean and the staff are very nice. read more

PappaRoti - Original caramel coffee bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Got the iced karak coffee and the maple bun. Maple bun was delicious - 100% recommend! The iced karak coffee was okay, I've had better unfortunately - it wasn't very strong. read more

PappaRoti - Maple bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Love the papparoti, goes perfectly with my coffee latte! Wish it is closer to my home

My friend introduced me to this place. I had no idea what to expect and didn't even know this place was here. The buns are huge and intimidating, but they end up being super light and fluffy somehow. The Crazy for Kaya one is fantastic, especially because kaya is not very popular in Vancouver yet. It's a coconut jam that is widely used in Malaysia's cafes, and my favorite type of jam. I often buy it in cans exported from Malaysia and spread it on toast. Sooo good. This is the first time seeing it used in a dessert and it did not disappoint. If you have not had kaya before, you should order the Crazy For Kaya and try it! You can thank me later. read more

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I wasn't sure if I was able to try this place out on our vacation because we didn't have time, but since we happened to run into the place on our walk to Stanley Park, it was a must! Ordered the classic bun and the boyfriend got the rise and shine. Their buns are their signature items on them menu amongst their teas/coffees. There were also other sandwiches and small breakfast pastries available. I must say: their breads are to die for!! Crispy and crunchy sweet crust with a super soft inside. I was in love with their buns and the additions to whichever you ordered. I also ordered an iced Matcha latte which I did enjoy all. It wasn't super sweet like which other places would add on the sugar. It had a nice strong Matcha flavor! The boyfriend ordered one of their new tea/latter flavors called Karak which had notes of ginger in it. Overall, this was a great breakfast place! If your on the go, you can also pick up their buns to go! read more

PappaRoti - Classic bun with Nutella and bananas and the Rise and Shin Bun with cream cheese and your choice of jams - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Always packed with people but worth waiting! Soft but rich taste makes me want to get more. read more

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Came here for there famous roti bread it was so light and fluffy with a hint of caramel flavour. I picked up a pack of 4 for my sister since we don't have it back home. Call in advance if you want there specialty roti buns because they didn't have any till after 6-7 pm when we came in the morning. The coffee shop has lots of seating and a nice atmosphere to chill and have a bun and coffee with friends. I definitely will come back and try there specialty buns with coffee. read more

PappaRoti - Classic bun ... so fresh and fluffy $3.75 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We were in the area and stopped by to try their speciality coffee buns. I shared a strawberry shake and the Works. The strawberry shake tasted average. The Works was a bun decorated with fruit, whip cream, ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauce. The bun was crispy with a soft fluffy interior. The bun was the star and I would like to eat the bun on its own. read more

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Price: Average price range ($ 3.50-$5 per drink) for a coffee shop. Parking: Street pay parking. Relatively easy to find a spot. Service: To-go cafe style but you can sit and eat in. Food: Their buns are surprisingly light and fluffy. Ambience: Casual, intimate coffee shop. I was delighted with their bun! I had their hot chocolate with a bun with a side of honey. I did not expect to like the bun as much but it was a delightful dessert. It was very light and fluffy. The staff were very friendly and overall I enjoyed my first time at Pappa Roti. I will definitely return to try more of their buns and assortment of coffee. read more

PappaRoti - Hot chocolate and original bun with honey. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I had my PappaRoti fill! I've had PappaRoti in Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, etc. I still have NO idea why they don't have these in the states!!!! They have them in SO many countries but none in the U.S. :( So when I saw that they had them here in Vancouver, I jumped at the opportunity. And I'm happy I did. I'm surprised I was able to walk out without buying another one to go. PappaRoti, I love you and your coffee buns. read more

Walking by on a sunny day, I decided to drop in and check out the buzz surrounding PappaRoti Cafe. I don't quite remember what was in this space before PappaRoti Cafe, but I'm pretty sure it didn't look as snazzy as it does now. Clean design that combines modern and classic, the Robson PappaRoti Cafe manages to look fantastic without adopting the popular hipster-style decor They have a couple of ovens up in the front to pop out some fresh Roti. I think they make the majority of them in the back. Having some ovens out in the front really permeates the entire store with that nice decadent fresh PappaRoti coffee bun aroma! PappaRoti serves one classic bun and, for an additional price, you can choose your own toppings or go with a pre-established combo. What good is a coffee bun without coffee? PappaRoti serves up three different blends of coffee sourced by Vancouver's own JJ Bean coffee roasters. The coffee bun is exactly as described on their website - a perfect mix of salty and sweet. Crispy on the outside and deliciously fluffy on the inside. It is so crispy and light on the outer layer. The saltiness is there but just to enhance the fluffy, sweet bun to follow. The price is really where it disappoints. For an Original Bun, it costs $3.65. For a Banana + Nutella Bun Combo, it costs $4.90. The combo wasn't worth the additional cost imo, as the Nutella and banana wasn't incorporated into or on the bun in a more creative fashion. read more

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I like big buns and I cannot lie.... I am ADDICTED to PappaRoti's BUNS! It was love at first sight but it was obsession over first bite. The caramel coffee crusted bun it big, round and so delicate inside that it'll collapse when you cut it. But that will lead your knife into the salted buttery bottom. All of those lovely flavours melt into your mouth with each delicious chew. Even in its own, it's a heavenly puff of goodness. However, it take this experience to the max, you can chose from popular combinations ($5.50) like Nutella & Banana or Kaya & Honey or PB & J. Otherwise, you can choose your own toppings ($1.25/each) like jams, sauces, or fresh fruit! I chose fresh strawberries, dark chocolate sauce, ice cream (average vanilla ice cream but it was such a dessert delight with the other toppings) and rose jam. ROSE JAM, mi amor! The sweet jam had a strong and intoxicating taste of rose. It was so unique and delicious with the bun. As soon as I tasted it, I turned around and searched throughout the café to see if there were jars of it on sale... sadly no, but now I'm on the radar for rose jam! The reason for minus one star? Because the café was packed packed packed. There's a few small tables, a communal table in the center and a small seating area at the back, but I almost felt like a vulture, waiting for the laptop people to finish with their work to snatch up their table. Overall, service was really nice and they were quick to see if tables needed to be cleared, probably because the seating situation was at over capacity. In the end, I know I will be back for more of this delicate and special taste of yumminess. Also, I am very interested in their signature Karak Tea, which is a blend of indian spices mixed with condensed milk, cardamon and fresh ginger. They also make a variety of other teas, coffees, hot chocolate and smoothies. I can't think of anything better than an aromatic drink and soft buns of gOOdness. read more

PappaRoti - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We went in on a Monday night. We called ahead bc last time we attempted to eat here there, there were no buns...ridiculous really it's like Starbucks saying they are out of coffee. In anycase we got 1 banana/ nutella bun and one honey/kaya, a latte and my karka tea came to $19.50. The counter staff was rude, we weren't even acknowledged at first. We ordered and the banana came out with what looked like a hair. When I presented this to the rude counter staff she argued with me after picking whatever fiber off the banana with her bare hands!!! I stood in disbelief. Then she says she will get me a new banana bc "there are lots of bananas laying around here". What's with the comment? Anyway I thanked her. The tea was odd and tasted overly steeped and bitter. The buns are seriously no big deal and are overpriced. Tried it, done with it. read more

PappaRoti - Nutella and the Kaya - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I wasn't expecting too much as it just looks like a boring-ish bun, but i was wrong to underestimate it. Delicately crisp outer and soft, warm with caramelized sugar and butter on the inside-yum! Got the version with a sweet whipped cream cheese and jam called Rise and Shine. The karak tea reminds me of chai with its strong notes of cardamom and ginger..it's not too sweet, just right. Definitely eat these fresh in store. I can imagine them losing their magic the moment you step out. read more

PappaRoti - Rise and shine bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

They are famous for their buns!!sweet &savory mixture flavor! Really delicious. Can't go wrong :p Coffee & tea here are also a great match too. Nice place with lots of seats. It's perfect for small group or one or two to catch up and meet up. read more

PappaRoti - Hazelnut macchiato, cafe latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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**Update: The boyfriend went back the next morning. So good! Been waiting for this place to open for a few months. Finally saw it open and had to stop in. Came in with the boyfriend, didn't even look at the menu for more than 2 seconds before ordering one original bun to go. The guy said 'is this your first one?' To which I replied, yep! 'You'll be back,' he says, 'but make sure to eat it hot.' We stuffed our face with delicious, completely unique sweet, but slightly savory, puffy bun. We will most certainly be back. read more

PappaRoti - Sweet, sweet bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Coffee caramel buns?! I was intrigued. On their grand opening weekend I was able to try one. Straight out of the oven, this is how I like my pastries. Warm and soft. It almost looks like a 'Mexico bun' from a Chinese bakery, but trust me, this is far better. The whole top had a light crispy layer, with a hint of coffee flavour, which wasn't too overpowering. The bun itself was soft, and to my surprise, my last bite had a small dallop of butter within. Yes, butter. Best way to finish off an already delicious bun. I've been thinking about it since I've had it, I might just have to go back for a visit this weekend... read more

PappaRoti - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Pretty delicious coffee bun! Karak tea is pretty unique too. Should try if you like chai tea! read more

PappaRoti - Ice cream coffee bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

What did Pappa Roti say to the little Rotis? I am your father. In other words they proclaim that they are the father of all buns. My KTB posted here on Instagram and I always wondered where it was she posted from. When I finally came here on recommendation by my brother, I was happy to have figured out KTB's secret place for these lovely buns. Not only did we get the buns I got a mushroom soup, that was hearty, but not quite hot enough. I have a feeling that the cream in the mushroom soup didn't do very well for my tummy which made me wonder how often people have soup here and how old was the soup. I got a bit of a stomach ache and ended up visiting the facilities often afterwards. So for the soup review, I'd give it a 1 star. My picture does look nice. Had the soup been fresh, I'm sure I would've been able to give higher marks. But the buns were a five star! I'd love to come back again, but have to limit my carbs. Still if you're not counting calories and carbs, then you'll enjoy these famous buns. read more

PappaRoti - Mushroom soup on a cool wet autumn day - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Being a Malaysian like myself, you can only imagine my anticipation and excitement when my party of 3 and I stumbled upon PappaRoti in Vancouver. PappaRoti was beautiful founded in a small domestic Malaysian kitchen by a mothers' intuition of crafting the perfect "Roti" (bread bun). In my younger days, Roti was the perfect staple of snack time! Growing up, I've delightfully purchased these buns for a mere RM 1.50! Needless to say, my anticipation for PappaRoti to sweep me off my feet were expected to be monumental. The space inside PappaRoti is quite homey with a flair of modern-hipster look. There were several very cute string lights draped over the windows and along the walls. Customer service was superb as well; they were patient and quick to assist! It wasn't long until our warm toasty Roti finally made way onto our table. I ordered the Roti with a side of Kaya and Maple syrup. PappaRoti also has other pairings that deliciously compliment the buns like ice cream, Nutella, etc. The Kaya and Maple were both wonderful additions to the Roti bun. Kaya, also originally from Malaysia, is sweet coconut jam. The bun had the perfect consistency in outer coffee crust crisp with a soft, buttery center. It was definitely nostalgic and hit a soft spot for me during a reminisce of my childhood in Malaysia. I highly recommend making a stop here if you're ever in the area or have never had the pleasure of indulging in the deliciousness of a Coffee Roti Bun. You won't regret it for a second! read more

PappaRoti - Kaya and Maple syrup with Coffee Roti Bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is my first roti ever and I am hooked! Too bad I live in Seattle -- if this place was just a few minutes drive away, I'd so have it everyday :) My review of the place: clean, friendly staff, budget friendly menu, yummy yummy food! The nutella, banana, and roti combo is the best. Also... I am going to say this (don't be mad at me) but their plating is totally "Instagrammable" ;) read more

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This is our "go to" coffee and pastries shop when we visit Vancouver. There is nothing better than a nice cup of java accompanied by the tastiest pastry ever! We just discovered that they have a frequent visitor card where you can earn points for your purchases. Tip: the points are accumulated not by dollars spent, but by transactions. We learned this only "after" we spent about $30 in one transaction. Better to ring up individual purchases to rack up the points. My favorite is the strawberry and cream, although the banana and Nutella is a close 2nd. If you work nearby, they have a $5 special which includes a cup of coffee and a plain papparotti. This is M-F 8:00am - 10:00am. This is also the best time to visit as it tends to be a bit quieter than the evenings. read more

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I think I walked in here with too high of expectations... the last time I had a roti coffee bun was actually in North Vancouver and it was one of the tastiest things ever! So coming here all I had in mind was that same bun I tried many years ago. While PappaRoti has a lot of variations, I found their overall bun was a little bland... My fiancé had the Nutella roti and I was surprised they charged so much more for a drizzle and tablespoon of Nutella. Aside from the product being mediocre, the restaurant itself is actually quite cozy and a great spot to catch up with friends. It's spacious and there's free wifi. The cashier was also really gracious and he even brought us our order after we had sat down. :) read more

This place basically just sells buns. The original famous coffee bun. It's a limited menu with just buns on it. But.... it's the most beautiful rounded shaped bun that tastes heavenly. The buns are twice baked and it is soooo llight and crispy on the outside, but soft like pillows inside. The buns are very lightly coated with caramel. I had the original coffee bun with a side of apricot topping and coffee. I ordered one, but in the end, couldn't resist ordering another :) They have a selection of local jams that you can have with your buns, and other sides such as nutella, maple syrup, dark chocolate, cream cheese a few others It's a bit on the pricier side, but it's not a bad treat to have now and then. read more

A nice cozy spot to go for a unique treat! Their karak milk tea is as special and tasty as the pictures on the wall would have you think. The buns are so tasty; they're sweet and golden and crusty in an irresistible way. The space is cute with lots of windows to sit near. In fact, there's a really solid amount of seating, so great for small groups of friends. It can also be a cute study date spot because it's relatively quiet but you can still get some decent people watching in because it is on Robson street. read more

PappaRoti - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I was excited about Papa Roti because I really liked them when I was in Australia. But like other people have commented already, it's over priced especially when I compare with the aussie ones. Australia's known for their expensive cost, yet it was 2.50 per bun including tax (which is still cheaper than here, surprisingly). The cafe does have nicer interior design and effort to make it but I don't know if I want to pay the price to go. But for first timers, I would say try one with maple syrup or ice cream. If the bun is nice and warm, it would go well. read more

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Yes, it's true. Pappa Roti is KING of all buns. We actually got a four pack and took it with us back to the states. It didn't even make it to Seattle because I ate it while the hubby slept. I've never had Karak tea and it was definitely a pleasant surprise! Ginger with some cardamom and condensed milk... Sweet baby Jesus. So good! read more

Food: 4.5 I got matcha (not a latte, just whisked with hot water), which was perfectly whisked with no clumps at all. Frothy, creamy perfection. Also on the affordable end of only $3.99 for a sizable mug. Only had a bite of my friend's mocha bun. Was definitely on the sweeter, processed sugar side. Tasted very white, simple carby; what can i say though, this is dessert oriented. Would say a 3 from that bite. Service: n/a Ambiance: perfect interior decor; super bookish, comfy vibe. Bookshelves, mirrors, raw, exposed wood tables and seats you could melt in to. Brightly lit and a great, sunny view of Robson street. Tables and chairs for working, a larger one for groups, and sofa seats for everything else. Absolutely loved it. Will definitely come back read more

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My overall expensive here would be a 3.5 star. On our brief 3-day weekend here, we visited here twice, both on our way to Stanley Park. First time we wanted to grab some snack, so we tried their famous roti and signature Karak milk tea. The roti is delicious, especially because it was toasted in the oven before served to us. It's rather expensive, $3.50, but apparently it's "the father of all buns", whatever that means. It's crunchy and sweet on the top and soft and salty from the butter sauce on the core. The Karak tea, was explained to me as a Malaysian black tea with ginger and cardamom. I'm not a big fan of ginger so I was hesitant to try, but the tea was surprisingly refreshing, with almost no taste of ginger and a stronger flavor of cardamom and even stronger tea flavor (5 stars). And the iced version was just the right sweetness, so no need for less sugar. Lastly, my apologies again for breaking on of the sample glass jars :/ read more

Unique buns...nutella banana combo is perfect. Shakes are also great and the Robson crowd does not disappoint read more

PappaRoti - Nice bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

After biking the sea wall in BC, yelp guided us to this delectable corner shop out of the bustle of the downtown area. The buns all looked so amazing and decadent that I had a hard time selecting. I decided to go for the signature bun with chocolate - warm and buttery with a touch of sweetness... way better than a heavy donut or other pastry! I'm currently trying to convince my husband to come back tomorrow :P read more

PappaRoti - OG Signature Bun with Nutella and cappuccinos! Perfect pairing. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Ok, I'm a little biased as well with Pappa Roti. Coming from Malaysia, I have a soft spot for Malaysian food and desserts. Interestingly, it's known as Roti Boy in Malaysia. Back to the review. I had the classic roti (which is the Malaysian word for bread) and a cup of coffee. Man, the savouring the bun on a rainy Saturday afternoon is pure heaven! The bun has a nice crust on the outside, with a buttery and soft texture in the inside. The atmosphere in here is very inviting as well. There's a huge table in the middle, surrounded by several smaller tables. All in all, Pappa roti definitely gets my vote. Total cost for a bun and medium coffee was $5.99. I just have this bad habit of comparing the prices with those back home, where it's a buck a bun. So if you have yet to give this place a go, I would whole wholeheartedly recommend it. read more

PappaRoti - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Really, really good coffee buns. Great coffee buns. Big coffee buns. Coffee buns that were crispy on the outside and soft and airy on the inside. Nice, rich coffee aromas on the outside and a tasty, salty, pocket of butter a few bites in. Crispy. Soft. Sweet. Salty. Coffee. Tasty Yum. Wow. 4 Stars. read more

PappaRoti - Coffee bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

PappaRoti has some amazing desserts and well made coffees & teas the environment is amazingly relax, clean and inviting the staff here are great, very laid back my only gripe is that their amazing buns are really pricy for a dessert. read more

Located on Robson and Nicola. The place is inviting, warm and clean. I ordered banana Nutella bun and small white chocolate coffee - all for $11. The bun is flaky, crispy kind of crunchy on the outside and soft, buttery inside. Quite a good size for breakfast. A bit messy to eat so it's not advisable to eat in the car. It's a sit-down kind of breakfast.... Coffee was just so-so. Free wifi. Good to try but with the countless pastry /coffee shops in this city, not sure I'd be running back ... read more

PappaRoti - All for $11. Banana Nutella coffee bun+ white chocolate coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I absolutely love their original bun. It is like a slice of heaven in my mouth. It's cripsy on the outside and airy on the inside. It is so good. I am so glad I went to visit the store. It's like a small cafe shop. I went on a Tuesday morning and there was no line - I am so surprised based on how good it was. I hope they open a chain on the east coast. I didn't get any filling or drinks with it but def will get that next time!! read more