5 cafes you should try in Richmond BC 🧋☕🍩👇
1️⃣ Minute Cafe 🧋
A brand new family-owned halal cafe near Richmond Public Market. Dubai chocolate croissant filled with kataifi and pistachio, s’more cookies full of marshmallow stretch, and the best iced caramel dalgona coffee — even the last drop when the ice melts still tastes incredible. Download their app for 50% off your first order.
📍 8271 Westminster Hwy Unit 2, Richmond BC
2️⃣ Matcha Cafe Maiko 🍵
Voted Hawaii’s Best Matcha Dessert in 2017 by Honolulu Magazine. Authentic Japanese matcha soft serve with intense flavour, beautifully crafted parfaits, and hojicha treats all made in-house. A must visit for matcha lovers. Stick to single matcha flavour for the best experience.
📍 8279 Saba Rd #199 , Richmond BC
3️⃣ Eggette House 🧇
Hong Kong-style bubble waffles made fresh to order inside Richmond Public Market since 2020. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. Standout flavours include Portuguese egg tart, double chocolate, golden salted egg pork floss, and durian cheese. Pair with their house milk tea.
📍 8260 Westminster Hwy #1680 , Richmond Public Market
4️⃣ Cocobay 🥥
Richmond’s most refreshing hidden gem. Specializing in fresh coconut milk and water drinks, fruit mixtures and smoothies. Everything is coconut-forward, low in calories and completely addictive. Try the Fresh Mango Coconut Milk or the Grapeful Coco Smoothie.
📍 8300 Capstan Way #1033 , Richmond BC
5️⃣ Flour Dance Bakery 🍞
An artisan bakery where every loaf is fermented for over 16 hours using premium hard spring flour and pure milk — no water added. The result? The softest, most flavourful bread you will find in Richmond. Creative flavours include Basque cheesecake loaf, red bean and pork floss, purple rice, durian, matcha and coffee walnut.
📍 8300 Capstan Way Unit 1038, Richmond BC
✅ Perfect for foodies exploring Richmond, newcomers discovering Metro Vancouver, families looking for unique cafe experiences, matcha lovers, coconut drink enthusiasts and anyone wanting a delicious afternoon in Richmond
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During my visits to Richmond, BC, I found these cafes offer a true taste adventure, blending unique cultural flavors with quality ingredients. Minute Cafe's halal desserts stood out with their Dubai chocolate croissant that feels both indulgent and comforting. The rich pistachio and kataifi filling elevates the classic croissant to something truly special. I also loved their iced caramel dalgona coffee, which maintained its flavor even as the ice melted, making it perfect for long, relaxing café afternoons. Matcha Cafe Maiko impressed me with its authentic Japanese matcha desserts. Their soft serve has an intense, earthy flavor, and their parfaits are visually stunning and delicious. For matcha enthusiasts, this café is a must-visit, especially when trying their single-flavor matcha options, which deliver the pure taste of finely ground Japanese matcha. At Eggette House, I enjoyed the texture contrast of crispy and fluffy Hong Kong-style bubble waffles. Particularly, the Portuguese egg tart and golden salted egg pork floss varieties were unforgettable. Pairing one of these with their house milk tea creates a perfect sweet and savory combo that's hard to find elsewhere. Cocobay is a refreshing oasis for anyone who loves fresh coconut drinks and fruit smoothies. The mango coconut milk and Grapeful Coco Smoothie are both refreshing, low-calorie, and deeply satisfying. Their focus on coconut-forward beverages brings a tropical twist to Richmond's café scene. Finally, Flour Dance Bakery offers artisan breads fermented over 16 hours, resulting in an incredibly soft and flavorful product without using water. Flavors like Basque cheesecake loaf and red bean pork floss showcase creative innovation in bakery items. This bakery is ideal for anyone who appreciates high-quality bread with unique flavor profiles. Overall, these cafes represent Richmond’s diverse food culture with halal, Japanese, Hong Kong, tropical, and artisan influences. For newcomers exploring Metro Vancouver or locals wanting a new food adventure, these spots deliver satisfying and memorable experiences that keep you coming back for more.
