Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bowen Island

We've collected top 10 mentioned best cafes and coffee shops in Bowen Island from other articles such as Time Out Vancouver, Bored in Vancouver, The 2 Idiots Travel Blog, including the cute, coolest, and best for work places.

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bowen Island

The Red Wagon
The Red Wagon
4.3 (1517 ratings)
Hip local diner with an all-day menu of inventive comfort-food classics plus cocktails & beer.
2128 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V2, Canada
RestaurantCafe
Mentioned by 604 Now
The Biggest And Best Pancake Stacks In Vancouver
"#redwagon #jackdanielssyruppancakes #pulledpork #eggbenedict #realtoreats #sampsoneats #twothumbsup. A post shared by Sampson Low 劉子全 (@sampsonlow) on Mar 3, 2019 at 10:54am PST. Sink your teeth into their classic pulled pork pancakes $15, where you get three buttermilk pancakes layered with pulled pork and topped off with syrup."
Mentioned by Time Out Vancouver
15 awesome spots to eat brunch in Vancouver
"What is it: A popular spot, often with a line outside to show, for all-day breakfast in the slowly-turning-hip Hastings-Sunrise neighbourhood. Why go: For diner basics and classics, especially eggs benedicts, done very well. One thing you’re sure to love: the pulled pork pancakes complete with Jack Daniel’s maple syrup."
Mentioned by 10Best
Vancouver's Best Breakfast
"Known for their pulled pork pancakes, The Red Wagon Cafe is an East Vancouver favorite. Some brunch places around the city stop service around 3 pm, but these guys are open until 9 pm on the weekend. This bodes well for those who may have had a late night and need a late start to the day."
The Naam
The Naam
4.3 (2344 ratings)
Casual spot with local art, a garden patio & nightly live music, serving natural & vegetarian foods.
2724 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1R1, Canada
Vegetarian restaurantCafeRestaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Daily Hive
74 awesome places to eat in Vancouver
"A post shared by Hanna McLean (@hannamclean_) on Oct 23, 2016 at 2:19pm PDT. Considered a staple for vegetarian and vegan eats in Vancouver for, well, what seems like forever, eating at Kitsilano’s The Naam is pretty much a rite of passage. Their calling card dish is their Sesame Fries with an add-on of Miso Gravy, but you’ll also find an array of noodles, bowls, veggie burgers, Mexican-inspired fare, salads, appetizers, and much more here."
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Things to Eat in Vancouver Before You Die
"The sesame fries are nothing too special, but the real icon here is the pairing of it with the miso gravy. The miso gravy is so addicting The Naam has even started selling bottles of it for retail at supermarkets."
Jam Cafe
Jam Cafe
4.5 (2331 ratings)
Huge portions of brunch fare are served with breakfast cocktails at this hip, bustling cafe.
556 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2L3, Canada
Cafe
Mentioned by MONTECRISTO
Our Guide to the 14 Tastiest Brunch Spots in Vancouver (and Some Serve Takeout)
"This Victoria import specializing in all-day brunch has carved out a loyal fan base in our city since its arrival a couple of years ago. Its menu has been temporarily condensed due to the pandemic, but all the favourites are there: pork belly benny with house hollandaise and shredded hash browns; the Charlie bowl with crumbled buttermilk biscuit, ham, bacon, hash browns, and sunny side eggs; and banana walnut pancakes with sautéed bananas and walnuts in maple butter. Photo by Tammy Kwan."
Mentioned by Hand Luggage Only
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"Possibly one of the busiest brunch places I’ve ever visited, Jam Cafe has become increasingly popular in recent months so it’s fair to say that you should expect to queue if you arrive later than 9 am. Even though the queuing might be frustrating, the food is so delicious!. Make sure to try their Chicken N’ Waffles and chocolate shakes; you won’t be disappointed."
Mentioned by Vancouver Is Awesome
Here's where to get all day breakfast and brunch in Vancouver
"This epic all-day breakfast and lunch spot is known for their huge plates of fun fare. Among the highlights are The Charlie Bowl (loaded with biscuits, gravy, eggs, and more), fried chicken with French Toast, and Red Velvet Pancakes."
Thierry Alberni
Thierry Alberni
4.4 (2770 ratings)
Renowned counter-service cafe & shop luring foodies with savoury fare and artisanal confections.
1059 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A1, Canada
Dessert shopBakeryCafe
Mentioned by Noms Magazine
10 Best Bakeries In Vancouver For Crazy Delicious Baked Goods
"If you want to feel like you’ve been transported to another continent and into an authentic European Bakery, then step through the doors of Thierry. This beautiful establishment is pure class and a haven for anyone with a sweet-tooth, and a pleasure for those with an eye for detail. Renowned maitre artisan Chocolatier and Patissier offers a wide selection of breads and baked goods that will leave you with a lasting impression, so take the plunge and treat yourself to a super-sweet experience."
Mentioned by Daily Hive
16 best places to get epic birthday cakes in Vancouver
"A post shared by Ucy (@ucy.katelyn) on Jan 1, 2018 at 8:57pm PST. Everything Thierry makes is nothing short of perfection, so when it comes to birthday cakes you can expect the best from this luxurious French patisserie. The passion fruit cake has delicate layers of fruit mousse, white genoise, passion fruit gelee, and French macarons."
Mentioned by Curiocity Group Inc.
Here are 10 of the best heated patios in Vancouver to check out
"So if you’re in the mood for a pastry or chocolate you can head here and enjoy it on their outdoor patio. And that sounds like a pretty ideal fall activity if you ask us. Where: 1059 Alberni StreetHours: Mon-Thursday 8 am-10 pm, Friday & Saturday 8 am-11 pm, Sunday 9 am-10 pm"
Nemesis Coffee Gastown
Nemesis Coffee Gastown
4.6 (1024 ratings)
302 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2N4, Canada
CafeCoffee shop
Panne Rizo Gluten Free Bakery
Panne Rizo Gluten Free Bakery
4.1 (92 ratings)
Homemade cakes, cookies & pastries made without gluten featured in a quaint environment.
1939 Cornwall Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1C8, Canada
BakeryCafeGluten-free restaurant
Echo Cafe
Echo Cafe
4.4 (197 ratings)
116 14th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7L 2N3, Canada
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafe
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
The Best Coffee Shops in North Vancouver, BC
"I ordered the avocado toast, it was really small and expensive. The toast was Ok.... If you ordering a coffee with a meal tell them that you want your co..."
Ubuntu Canteen
Ubuntu Canteen
4.5 (237 ratings)
4194 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5V 4E8, Canada
Cafe
Joe's Cafe Bar
Joe's Cafe Bar
4.4 (177 ratings)
Lively, no-frills institution for coffee with a Portuguese twist & sandwiches, plus pool tables.
1150 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2, Canada
CafeCoffee shopEspresso barPool billard club
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The giant Portuguese flag in the window of Joe’s Café Bar gives away the origin of its coffee. The coffee shop’s interior is a bit dated, but that doesn’t affect the quality of coffee, which is fantastic. In addition to coffee, Joe’s Café Bar offers ice cream and hot Portuguese sandwiches."
Sweet Something
Sweet Something
4.3 (71 ratings)
4321 Dunbar St, Vancouver, BC V6S 2G2, Canada
BakeryCafeGift shopIce cream shop
Mentioned by Daily Hive
Best ice cream in Vancouver you need to try at least once
"A post shared by Vancouver Ice Cream 🍦 (@creamylicks) on May 5, 2019 at 6:18pm PDT. Maker of one of the city’s best birthday cakes, Sweet Somethings also has a great selection of ice cream. You can also order cones and pints to take home for a personal dessert party."

Best Nightlife in Bowen Island

CRAFT Beer Market False Creek
CRAFT Beer Market False Creek
4.4 (6090 ratings)
Stylish, modern outpost serving many draft brews & local, seasonal pub grub in an airy interior.
85 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3K8, Canada
RestaurantBarBeer hall
Mentioned by dobbernationLOVES
Vancouver Breweries: Best Craft Beer in British Columbia
"While not a brewery, the Craft Beer Market in the heart of the Olympic Village is an absolute must for beer fans looking to sample suds produced from Toronto to Tokyo. The jaw dropping interior features a massive central bar serving up over 100 beers on tap – from classic lagers to obscure ales. It’s the perfect spot to kick up your feet and sample through the best brews produced across Canada and the world at large."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
10 Vancouver Craft Breweries & Bars Every Beer Lover Should Try
"CRAFT Beer Market, Vancouver.|© Micro Matic - Beverage Dispensing/Flickr. Located in the historic Salt Building in Vancouver’s False Creek neighborhood, CRAFT Beer Market is popular because it has over 100 local and international beers on the menu. For indecisive beer drinkers, it will be hard to choose a favorite."
Mentioned by Daily Hive
Open and opening soon: 36 new Vancouver restaurants to try
"CRAFT Beer Market English Bay is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated restaurant openings coming up, so here’s your first glimpse of what we can expect from this concept in an oh-so-coveted waterfront location. Address: 1795 Beach Avenue, Vancouver"
BREWHALL
BREWHALL
4.1 (615 ratings)
Brewpub serving house craft beer, cocktails & whiskey, with board & arcade games & local art.
97 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1B3, Canada
RestaurantBarBeer hallBreweryTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by Populist
The best breweries with patios in Vancouver
"While the BREWHALL’s magic is in feeling like a massive German brewhall, but there’s a reason they’ve been a multi-award winner for the annual Populist Awards and it’s because there’s also magic in the patio, beer, staff, community, really all of it. They also serve a mean brunch on the weekends and the patio is conveniently covered for when Raincouver is in town."
Mentioned by Vancouver Mom
8 kid-friendly restaurants for Dine Out Vancouver 2021
"The Brewhall (which is a huge space) is offering lunch and dinner but the lunches looks especially kid friendly.. PS: Grownups may want to indulge in a craft beer. 97 East 2nd Avenue, Olympic Village"
Mentioned by CANADIAN CRAFT TOURS
Vancouver Craft Brewery Listing & Brewery map
"In the former hall that used to be Steel Toad, this European style brew-hall is self service which makes it pretty quick to grab a beer and go. Did we mention there are arcade games and pinball?"
Queens Cross Pub
Queens Cross Pub
4.3 (501 ratings)
2989 Lonsdale Ave unit A, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3J3, Canada
PubIrish pubPizza restaurantPizza TakeoutSports bar
Mentioned by Daily Hive
Vancouver Cheap Eats: North Vancouver
"A post shared by Dale Wilson (@remixture2003) on Jul 17, 2016 at 8:27pm PDT. Near the top of Lonsdale, this local watering hole serves up classic pub fare. For $10, try the poutine or perogie bites, or go for the fully loaded veggie quesadilla."

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Bowen Island

Swiss Bakery
Swiss Bakery
4.4 (173 ratings)
Offering Vancouver's first cronut, this bakery makes & serves creative sweet & savoury options.
143 E 3rd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1C7, Canada
BakeryWholesale bakery
Mentioned by Curiocity Group Inc.
Here are 11 places to get the absolute best donuts in Vancouver
"A post shared by Swiss Bakery | Bakery Cafe (@swissbakeryyvr). Swiss Bakery gets a spot on this list for one specific reason- their ‘frissant’. This cross between a fritter donut and a croissant is unlike anything else you’ll try in the city, and is oh so worth it."
Oh Sweet Day! Bake Shop
Oh Sweet Day! Bake Shop
4.6 (75 ratings)
1706 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5N 1B1, Canada
Bakery
Mentioned by itstodiefor.ca
Best Birthday Cakes in Vancouver
"Nestled in the heart of Yaletown, independently-owned Sweet Bakeshop believes “the taller the cake, the better”. Peggy Porschen Academy-trained pastry chef Tessa Sam creates jaw-dropping cakes, and with high quality ingredients like Callebaut chocolate, Nielsen Massey vanilla and real butter, they’re quality, too. Ombre icing, sprinkles and tempting “drippy edges” are some of the extra creative touches that put Sweet’s cakes over-the-top."
Edible Flours
Edible Flours
4.2 (173 ratings)
Minimalist bakery specializing in vegan cakes & cookies, along with savory items.
2280 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2E3, Canada
Bakery
Mentioned by Daily Hive
Best cookies in Vancouver
"Specializing in vegan baked goods, Edible Flours serves up freshly baked cookies every day. Studded with chocolate chips, Edible Flours’ Choc Chip Cookie ($1.75) is crunchy on the outside yet chewy on the inside – a winning combination. Ingredients include organic unbleached white flour, organic oat flour, maple syrup, organic cane sugar, chocolate chips, canola oil, vanilla extract, and aluminum-free baking powder."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Vegan Restaurants In Vancouver
"It’s a vegan and specialty bakery, with gluten free, refined sugar free and nut free options available. Pop in for a sweet treat and see the bakers at work in the open-kitchen, preparing droolworthy delights such as cinnamon rolls, peanut butter cookies and S’mores bars."
Mentioned by Curiocity Group Inc.
Guide: 7 of the tastiest vegan desserts in Vancouver
"Cookies, cinnamon buns, loaves and even cupcakes are baked in-house. Another perfect spot to pick up some goodies on your way to dinner. Or heck, swing by in the morning for a (somewhat) healthy way to start the day!"

Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Bowen Island Area

Denman Place Mall
Denman Place Mall
3.7 (1263 ratings)
Long-running mall housing over 20 shops & services, including a supermarket & pharmacy.
1030 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2M6, Canada
Shopping mall
Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Shopping Malls In Vancouver, Canada
"A post shared by Clothes and Collectibles (@clothesandcollectibles) on Jun 14, 2016 at 11:28am PDT. Wander over to Vancouver’s West End neighbourhood mini-mall to stock up on inexpensive school and office supplies at discount retailer Dollarama. No phone is beyond repair when you bring it to the electronics technicians at Cellular Repair."
Lonsdale Quay Market
Lonsdale Quay Market
4.4 (5235 ratings)4 (640 ratings)
Sizable, waterfront marketplace with unique retailers, food vendors & cafes, plus a boutique hotel.
123 Carrie Cates Ct, North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K7, Canada
MarketShoppingFresh food marketFlea & Street Markets
Granville Island Public Market
Granville Island Public Market
4.6 (16220 ratings)4.5 (1656 ratings)
Peninsula & shopping district known for its public market, brewery & thriving artist community.
Public Market, 1689 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9, Canada
Fresh food marketShoppingFlea & Street Markets

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