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Coffeeshop convos: Nanaimo and surrounding area’s Best Coffee Spots ☕️☕️
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items Nanaimo's coffee scene, has gotten better over the years. Now with plenty of cafes that go beyond Starbucks (although I still love my Starbies), you have so many wonderful choices.
Each of them has its own unique appeal, but they all have one thing...
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❤️Downtown & Old City Quarter - Where old meets new ❤️
🛍️The North End - Shoppers Mecca 🛍️
Departure Bay - Beach Fun & People watching🏖️
☕️Ladysmith, Parksville & Duncan☕️
🛥️Nanoose Bay - Retirees Paradise🛥️
❤️Downtown & Old City Quarter - Where old meets new ❤️
Downtown Nanaimo is bursting with awesome coffee spots! One has my favourite croissant, and another my fave vanilla latte. But they have good coffee & great atmosphere !
This coffee location is right in the heart of downtown, and just a few steps away from the waterfront trail. If you like all
Day waffles then this is the cafe to visit! Lots of yummy bevvies to try too if coffee isn’t your thing.
It’s also open 7 d...
Brix + Mortar SocialHouse
Another great cafe right downtown on commercial street. What could be better than a cafe that serves good coffee and great breakfasts.
This place is always busy & there’s a reason why. On your way out, why not grab a macaron or a loaf of freshl...
Mon Petit Choux
The pink building you can’t miss downtown! This cozy cafe has everything you need….Yummy food (lox bagel anyone?) & equally delicious coffees!
They even host open mic night every week. So fun!
The Vault Cafe
A cute and quaint little coffee house around the old city quarter. Nestled in the old train station, this cafe is full of charm.
Mostly, the coffee & snacks are delicious.
Amazing service too!
White Rabbit Coffee Co.
With the charm that comes with visiting a cafe in the Old City Quarter, Misty Pines is a gem to visit. Excellent service with even better coffee.
The accompanying menu is equally as good. My go to is the pain au chocolat. Goes perfectly with a Flat...
Misty Pines Cafe and Bakery
Reds Bakery is quickly becoming a fan favourite here in Nanaimo too. So many good choices to pick from so when in doubt, I go with cheesecake. :)
Red's Bakery | Nanaimo BC
🛍️The North End - Shoppers Mecca 🛍️
If you're visiting the North End of Nanaimo, and are doing some shopping, here are my go to coffee spots to check out. ☕️❤️
The best place to grab a latte and chill outside. Perfect location being in the North end near Costco & the mall.
Serious Coffee Hammond Bay
Great coffee here & in a great neighbourhood. This location is in North Nanaimo, just a short distance away from Woodgrove Mall. I love that it’s a quiet cafe, where you can roll in with a good book to read or a laptop to work on.
The cookies a...
Regard Coffee Roasters
The OG coffee shop I started visiting. The Staff make every visit here lovely. Since it’s a chain, you kinda know what you’re going to get when you order. One of my faves for sure!
Starbucks
A quaint & unassuming cafe you must visit! Around the corner from the grocery store, this is the perfect place to grab a quick bite before or after your shopping!
Great prices as well. My go to is a Vanilla latte:)
Cafe Today
Departure Bay - Beach Fun & People watching🏖️
The Departure Bay Area of Nanaimo is one of my favourite places to be. And it just so happens to be right near the beach. With a family park, a 7/11 and cafes a stones throw away from the beach, it’s no wonder it’s the place to be in the summer! The...
Why not have your coffee with a good view? This location of Drip is my fave as it’s right across the road from the iconic departure bay beach. On sunny days sit in the patio or work inside in your laptop. This place is always busy!
Yummy coffees an...
Drip Coffee | Social
If you’re looking for bubble tea and a fresh dose of ocean air, then this is the place for you. Nestled down in the heart of departure bay, this cafe is full of charm.
Great service too!
Felice Cafe | Nanaimo BC
☕️Ladysmith, Parksville & Duncan☕️
The little towns just outside of Nanaimo (approx 20 mins)Ladysmith & Parksville also have some cozy cafés worth checking out! These are the places I
Like to visit when I’m in the area!
This bakery and cafe is one you must visit if you’re in the area. Just a short distance from The harbour city, you’ll fall in love with the cinnamon buns here.
With the bakery case FULL of every pastry & treat imaginable, there’s something for ...
Old Town Bakery
You can’t Visit Parksville & not try a matcha here. I highly recommend the strawberry one btw!
The food is excellent and the staff is even better. Must check this place out!
Café Floresta (@cafeflorestaparksville)
Next time you head to Victoria, stop in at Hanks which is in Duncan. Such friendly service and of course, great coffee. I generally have just drip coffee, but if you’re going to have lunch, I suggest the Lumberjack salad!!!
Hank's Bakery and Coffee
🛥️Nanoose Bay - Retirees Paradise🛥️
The Nanoose Bay Café, which is located right on the marina, offers a unique coffee experience alongside a fancy restaurant. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee while taking in beautiful waterfront views. A great place to relax after exploring the...
If you want to have your seasonal coffee drink, and take in a marina view, this cafe is perfect. With an adjoining restaurant, this cafe is chocked full of charm & ambience.
The sunrises & sunsets are stunning. Visit this place!!!
Nanoose Bay Cafe