Here at QCS, we’re all about providing the highest quality home espresso machines; however, we get the appeal of grabbing a specialty coffee away from home. Whether you use coffee as a centering ritual before a hectic day at work or you bond over it with your loved ones, entering the perfect cafe can be just what you need. That being said, surely, you’ve visited a coffee shop that doesn’t quite produce that comfortable, curated experience you might crave. With so many to choose from, it can be difficult to decide where to find the coffee, atmosphere, and food you’re looking for. We put together a list of top-rated coffee shops in beautiful Vancouver that any coffee lover will enjoy.
Incognito Coffee
Located in the downtown core on Seymour Street, this locally-owned coffee shop is the perfect place to stop for lunch during a city adventure day. Incognito offers quality craft roasted coffee that comes in a variety of specialty drinks like a flat white, macchiato, cappuccino, espresso, and six different flavors of latte. There are also tea beverages, real fruit smoothies, and a wide selection of delicious lunch foods like paninis, wraps, and delicious baked goods for dessert. According to raving customer reviews, Incognito has mastered the perfect coffee strength, the perfect balance of flavors in their specialty drinks, and to top it off, customers love the warm, inviting environment. The perfect place to enjoy a coffee with friends, catch up on some work, or people watch on the weekend, Incognito is one of the best coffee shops for coffee lovers seeking a casual city experience.
Deville Coffee
Deville Coffee is a group of coffee lovers with locally-owned cafes across British Columbia and Alberta. Deville boasts an impressive five-star rating on Google and customers can’t stop raving about the great atmosphere and how much Deville’s staff care about their coffee and customers. They pride themselves on using only ethical, direct-trade coffee. In addition, specialty drinks are made with luxurious ingredients like organic vanilla and chocolate ganache. Baked goods are delivered fresh daily from the city’s best bakeries. Coffee lovers can enjoy a friendly, welcoming yet high-end experience when they visit their local Deville Coffee.
Hugo’s Coffee
Located in Harbor Center, an iconic Vancouver landmark where many busy Vancouverites do business and shop, Hugo’s Coffee is the perfect place to stop for lunch during a day out. They pride themselves on being committed to the traditional Italian cafe philosophy which involves serving delicious drinks, being inclusive, and offering all customers friendly service. Customers notice the effort that goes into creating these delicious handmade drinks and this reflects in Hugo’s Coffee’s excellent five-star Google rating. In addition to coffee and chocolate-based beverages, you can enjoy teas, sandwiches, and baked goods. The quality of their products isn't the only thing that sets Hugo’s apart from other cafes. At Hugo’s the use of environmentally friendly, local products are a priority making it an excellent choice for any environmentally conscious coffee lover.
While we at QCS are committed to helping you find the best entry-level espresso machines for the aspiring home barista, we know that at times, we all need to venture out and explore our cities. If you’re wondering how you can re-create the premium coffee experiences you can find at the cafes we discussed so far, feel free to visit our showroom or contact us for more information.