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Medina Café
Breakfast Spot, Coffee Shop, and Café$$$$
Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver
The waffles at Medina Café is a can't miss
"Lavender latte is a must here; Leave room for their waffles."(34 Tips)
"Fricasse and the Harissa burger are both great"(15 Tips)
"Like everyone says, the fricassee is incredible."(10 Tips)
"The White Chocolate Pistachio Rosewater waffle sauce is incredible."(117 Tips)
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Alma Elise JassoJuly 3, 2015Fricasse and lavender latte are amazing. Waffles with raspberry and dark chocolate sauce
Meg GSeptember 6, 2014The second bar is lovely. So is the oeufs...so is the espresso.....and the Cesar.
Jackie WestsideJanuary 3, 2016If you're reading this it's not too late to go early tomorrow morning and line up for the best brunch in the city ever...GOOO!!!
Melon LJune 12, 2016The liege waffles are the best I've had stateside. The white chocolate sauce is killer.
The Network HubSeptember 25, 2011Hands down, favorite brunch spot ever. Can't beat belgian waffle with lavendar latte.... the food is well worth the long wait
Maria ESeptember 30, 2017Absolutely delicious, but very expensive. After spending quite a bit, our whole family left hungry
Jonas WilstrupJanuary 14, 2016Breakfast paella is absolutely fantastic. Great service and atmosphere as well.
Sheldon CoxfordFebruary 19, 2016Give your self a good amount of time. This is spot can be busy so expect a line up.
Flora LeungJanuary 8, 2011Great food, excellent service, cozy atmosphere, cute servers/baristas, what more could you ask for? The fricasse is amazing! The paella is good too.
Javlon TJuly 22, 2015Must have breakfast spot in Vancouver. Bring a paper, get ready for long lines. Lavender latte
Mitchell McKennaFebruary 28, 2015It's all about the Belgian Waffles, you want want something else, but think of that as your sides.
Ting KellyFebruary 4, 2012must try their lavender chocolate waffles! its their specialty. get there early as there is ALWAYS a line out the door.
Anne D.J.November 21, 2019Get two pcs waffle with mixed berry compote and coffee with steamed milk ❤️
Robert G.April 5, 2012Raspberry caramel sauce for the waffles was to die for. Paired with the lavender latte: perfect brunch.
Mike WalekeNovember 26, 2016The line starts forming before they open, so either get there early or plan on waiting.
Food is well worth the wait. Can't go wrong with any of the coffee choices either!
Kumiko ISeptember 10, 2009Without a doubt, one of my favorite places to brunch in Vancouver. Be prepared for a crazy line-up, though -- wouldn't recommend going in a large group unless it's after 1pm.
Evgenia TrofimovaSeptember 5, 2016London Fog drink is very tasty, service is very friendly. The food is OK, the wait is long, the prices are high.
Eva ZakouckaMay 31, 2017Lovely atmosphere and excellent friendly service, delicious food and drinks.
Cameron NormanOctober 9, 2011The Fricasse for brunch is amazing. Top it off with waffles and milk chocolate lavender and you're gold
Michael SchadeJune 26, 2014the mocha with lavender white chocolate is incredible. sip it alongside your entire meal.
Byren InnesOctober 23, 2011Sunday Brunch. Fabulous and unique menu. A "12" on 10 point scale. Have the waffle dessert.
Rishi MaharajOctober 8, 2015Good food, but so what? Line stretches to hours even on weekdays. C'mon Vancouver, this place isn't life changing.- Dave TurnerDecember 18, 2014Seating is ridiculous as usual. They still have difficulty seating groups with an odd number of people.
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- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
(604) 879-3114
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch
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Full Bar
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