Located in Gastown, this cafe is located in the sweetest little nook, surrounded by brick buildings and other great businesses. Birds & the Beets is worth a visit if you like a relaxed cafe. They have fresh squeezed juice for sale at their storefront, amazing breakfast options, and an exciting drink menu such as their oat latte slushie.

BIRDS & THE BEETS

The logo, colours and interior of the cafe felt welcoming.

However, their prices were on the higher side so for that reason I will not be going back.

COWDOG

I keep coming back for the donuts! They were light, fluffy, and not too sweet.

Goldie’s Bakery & Cafe’s coffee was average. I think there’s better coffee out there, but definitely not better donuts.

GOLDIE'S BAKERY & CAFE

First off, the strawberry matcha was not only beautiful, but also delicious–not too sweet and not too bitter. My friends and I tried a variety of their pastries, which were all so good!

The cafe is extremely busy so it’s hard to find a table, but when you do, it’s a great atmosphere for chatting with your friends–we had book club here!

There’s even a section of the cafe I like to call the “Friend’s Couch” as this corner feels like you’re in Central Perk.

CHEZ NOUS