8 Hidden Cafes In Vancouver You Had No Idea Were Right There

It's coffee time!
Staff Writer

If you can't imagine starting your day without your morning caffeine fix, then is the article for you. Sure, you could brew a mug at home, but they rarely taste as good as one made by a barista. From one java fan to another, we will help you find the best latte you ever tasted with hidden cafes in Vancouver you had no idea were right there.

On our list, we have all the secret gems that are so good; you'll keep coming back. There is nothing wrong with getting another Apple Oat Flat White at Starbucks, but sometimes you need to shake things up.

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Below you'll find a diverse range of places perfect for meeting your BFF on the patio to catch up over a mocha.

For those of you craving a trip to France, you'll want to check out Le Marché St. George. It is like a mini trip to Europe where you can fill up on buttery croissants and other baked delights to accompany your espresso.

Plus, several of the locations, like Mighty Oak Cafe, sell groceries. Not only can you get yummy food to bring home, but a strong coffee to help you stay awake through your next Zoom meeting.

Commercial Street Cafe

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 3599 Commercial St., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: Can't go wrong with a mug of flat white and one of their freshly-baked muffins on their patio.

Mighty Oak Cafe

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 198 W. 18th Ave., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: It is a charming cafe, where you can get your morning caffeine fix plus stock up on Earnest Ice Cream pints and fresh eggs.

Le Marché St. George

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 4393 St. George St., Vancouver, BC 

Why You Need To Go: You'll feel like you went to a chic bakery in Europe at this hidden gem that has the best pain au chocolat and crepes.

Federal Store

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 2601 Quebec St., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: It an Instagrammable gem that serves up the best coffee you ever tasted. They also sell everything you need to bake delicious treats at home.

Wilder Snail

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 799 Keefer St., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: It is an organic grocery store and cafe in the heart of Strathcona that sells tons of local products and feels very much like a neighbourhood gem.  

Arbutus Cafe

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 2200 Arbutus St., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: At their coffee bar you can not only get the perfect cup of espresso but buy a bag of coffee beans to bring home. Plus, this place is ridiculously adorable and it's actually a heritage building.

Finch's Market

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 501 E. Georgia St., Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: Not only are all their drinks fantastic, but also need to try their mouthwatering pear baguette and equally delicious brie and grape sandwich.

United Strangers

Price: 💸

Cuisine: Cafe

Address: 2740 Mt. Seymour Pkwy., North Vancouver, BC

Why You Need To Go: Unless you go to this corner of North Vancouver frequently, we bet you haven't heard of this place yet. Take your coffee out to an Adirondack chair outside and relax. 

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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