Best Bakeries in Vancouver

534 W. Pender St. | 778-708-0996 $$ | Bakery

Arguably the best donuts in town, made with local organic ingredients. Try the locals' favourite, an intense Earl Grey, available in vegan form. Other flavours include Salted Caramel and Triple Chocolate. Gluten free options are available too. Donuts sell-out quickly but reserve your six-pack ahead of time by emailing hey@cartems.com.

1059 Alberni St | 604-608-6780 $$ | Bakery

Former pastry chef at two three-star Michelin restaurants in London, Thierry Busset creates fine, handcrafted desserts from his cafe’s open atelier. His friend Gordon Ramsay has called him "one of the finest pastry chefs in the world". Open until 12am every day of the week, Thierry’s licensed, heated patio is an ideal destination for spiked coffees and midnight treats year-round. Vegan options: pâte de fruits, jams, and sorbets.

770 Beach Ave. | 604-685-7437 $ | Bakery

Pie, artisan bread, healthy muffins, tarts and more by Jo-Ann who, years ago, started out of her own kitchen using generations-old recipes. Best known for pie, this small bakery uses natural and high quality ingredients. Located near English Bay just a block from the water’s edge, Tartine is an ideal starting point for a delicious seawall stroll.

466 Granville St. | 778-320-4506 $ | Bakery

Quality ingredients are owner and creative chef Lydia Lai's top priority. Known for her hand-rolled scones (try the Vanilla Bean & Pear), she also offers seasonal fruit muffins, banana chocolate loaf and lots more from her six locations, including this tiny grab ‘n go space on Granville St. Need fresh baked goods for a morning meeting? Crumb will deliver directly to your boardroom. catering@cremedelacrumb.com

3497 Fraser St | 604-428-2743 $$ | Pie Shop

The darling of Vancouver's pie scene, Jenell Parsons, is a self-made success who started up in her home kitchen. She's got dozens of killer recipes, including several new plant-based options. Find her wide variety of tempting flavours at quality shops around Vancouver, or order from her directly by emailing vancouverpiehole@gmail.com.

Made to Order | $$ | Cake Maker

Pastry chef and cake artist Emily Upham’s creations are custom-made and always original. She wouldn’t dream of decorating her desserts with store-bought, inedible items. All cake-toppers and logos are completely safe to eat and crafted by hand, even those that are 2D. Two weeks notice is requested for cake orders and prices vary depending on complexity. And she can do vegan! To place an order, email emily@whenpigsflypastries.com.

1433 W Pender St | 604-558-3308 $$ | Bakery

Le Cordon Bleu-trained Pastry Chef Shobna Kannusamy aims to touch people’s hearts through each bite of her baking. Within her ultra-feminine, jewel-box pastry shop in Coal Harbour, she specializes in French macarons, macaron-inspired desserts, luxurious cakes and custom creations. Expect unique flavour twists, like pineapple wasabi, and loose-leaf teas from around the world.

801 W Georgia St | 604-673-7000 $ | Coffee Shop

Pastry Chef Wayne Kozinko (formerly of Yew, Diva at the Met) creates classic desserts "reduced to their base flavour, then reworked into modern interpretations". Staples within Bel's sparkling glass pastry case include jewel-toned macarons, delicate tarts, decadent cookies (like the fabulous Valrhona chocolate cookie) and fresh pastries. Breakfast catering and delivery are available from 7am onwards.

2166 E. Hastings St. | 604-568-5600 $ | Bakery

Tiny artisan bakery with wholesome gluten free and non-GF traditional options. Grab treats to go as the shop seats one.

55 Powell St | 604-893-7832 $$ | West Coast

A beautiful space decorated with floral bouquets (which are for sale) open from 7-6 on weekdays and 9-5 on weekends. House-made bread, baked daily, is the highlight. Try the charred veggie sandwich.

172 Powell St. | 604608-8889 $ | Bakery

Cadeaux's all-natural, made from scratch baking is a labour of love for award-winning pastry chef Eleanor Chow and her team. From pecan raisin sticky buns to house-churned sorbets, they've got it all. Need a cake? Cadeaux offers eight flavours (including carrot, chocolate euphoria and lemon poppyseed) and six kinds of icing so you can build your dream cake. Email cadeauxbakery@gmail.com to order.

51 W. Hastings St. | 604-569-1022 $$ | Bakery

An all-day, diner-style restaurant offering loads of baked goods options, too: loaves, muffins, and sky-high pies to name a few.

159 West Hastings St | 604-563-8060 $$ | Bakery

A Whistler-based family bakery that’s so busy, their kitchen runs around the clock to stock pastry cases with up to 50 items daily. Brownies, cookies, coconut banana loaf, flourless chocolate cake, buttery almond croissants, fresh bread, earl grey lavender scones, and chili cornbread are just a handful of the drool-worthy items on their epic menu.

1605 Manitoba St. | 604-877-1183 $ | Bakery

What greets you upon entrance is a sight for sore eyes: loads of bread and other treats piled high on their shelves. Despite the impressive size of this locally-owned company, expect quality, handmade products.

1680 Johnston St | 604-514-2353 $$ | Bread Bakery

2156 W. 41st Ave. | 604-266-2156 $$ | Bakery

High-end French bakery known for their pain au chocolats.

4321 Dunbar St | 604-221-4337 $$ | Bakery

2539 W. Broadway | 604-736-1844 $$ | Bakery

Arguably Vancouver’s most popular patisserie & chocolaterie, whose delightful owner is as beloved as his creations. A must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

2380 W 4th Ave | 604-736-1838 $ | Bakery

With four locations in Vancouver, Terra is an easily accessible source for traditional, artisan-made breads and pastries. Salads, soups and sandwiches served, too.

2611 W 16th Ave | 604-739-0555 $$ | Bakery

Kitsilano's cheesecake hot-spot. CTV Anchor Tamara Taggart recommends the Chocolate Marble.

3686 W 4th Ave | 604-733-3931 $ | Bakery

An intimate neighborhood spot with whose organic breads are made with natural leaven and prepared daily by hand. Choose from over 13 types of bread.

2198 W 4th Ave | 604-420-4901 $$ | Donuterie

Doughnuts so tempting, you'll salivate just looking at them. You can't go wrong with a classic or an original, like their creamy coconut Bismarck.

1680 Johnston St | 604-514-2353 $$ | Bread Bakery

Organic bakery specializing in a wide variety of artisan breads.

633 E 15th St | 604-876-4114 $$ | Gluten Free Bakery

A charming joint home to the very rare gluten free apple fritter, frozen dinners and more.

81 Kingsway | 604-767-7480 $ | Bakery

Owned by a young French couple who share a passion for macarons. They offer how-to classes, as well.

3080 Main St | 604-872-0195 $$ | Bakery

Owned by two food-obsessed sisters, The Last Crumb is all about nostalgic North American baked goods, like scones, cakes, pies and cookies (try the peanut butter!). Drip coffee is Umbria and espresso drinks are made using locally-roasted Rocanini beans.

53 W 5th Ave | 604-873-8111 $ | Bakery

With four locations in Vancouver, Terra is a convenient source for traditional, artisan-made breads and pastries. Salads, soups and sandwiches are served for lunch.

2902 Main St | 604-872-4901 $$ | Donuterie

Doughnuts so tempting, you'll salivate just looking at them. You can't go wrong with a classic or an original, like their creamy coconut Bismarck.

413 Industrial Ave | 604-669-3336 $$$ | Patisserie / Chocolaterie

306 6th St | 604-837-4025 $ | Bakery

Ultra-creative custom cakes and cupcakes – if you can think it, pastry chef Sheila can create it.

1025 Royal Ave. | 604-249-5010 $$ | Gluten Free Bakery

Artisan gluten free bakery serving pizza crusts to cinnamon buns to cupcakes. Find their flour at Costco.

128-998 Harbourside Drive | 604-924-1847 $$ | Patisserie / Chocolaterie

North Van hot spot serving incredible double baked almond croissants and so, so much more.

1533 Marine Dr | 604-926-4021 $$ | Bakery

Longstanding favourite pie destination with eight mainstays and four seasonal options.

121 E 1st St | 604-836-2229 $ | Gluten Free Bakery

A mom’s mission to provide delicious, reasonably priced gluten-free baking to her celiac daughter and the public. The facility is egg-free, too.

925 Main St | 604-678-0500 $$$ | Grocery Store

Dream destination for muffin connoisseurs.

4373 Gallant Ave | 604-929-4988 $ | Bakery Cafe

One of Vancouver's most famous doughnuts sold by the sea in a Deep Cove cul-de-sac. Make a trip out of it.

1495 Bellevue Ave | 604-922-2294 $$ | Coffee Shop

West Van's most popular cafe for good reason - housemade muffins and expertly poured coffee.

2409 Marine Dr | 604-281-1152 $$ | Bakery Cafe

12211 1 Ave | 604-284-5152 $$ | Bakery

Fabulously fun cakes of all sizes, made on-site with free-range eggs and frosted with Canadian butter buttercream. Vegan and gluten-free options available. Cupcake-decorating lessons on offer for birthday parties, too. Every girl's dream!

Bread so good it will convert you into a gluten-free lover.

1215 Clark Dr. | 604-683-5595 $ | Bakery

Scratch baker and caterer whose scones have developed a devout following.

103-2636 Montrose Ave | 604-744-2443 $$ | Bakery Cafe

Duft & Co.'s pastry counter, led by Cassie Crocco (a former apprentice of award-winning pastry chef Thierry Busset) is a site for sore eyes. Toppling with a wide assortment of expertly-made treats (fresh croissants, cakes, cookies, lemon buns, danishes and so, so much more), there is something for everyone including the gluten intolerant and the vegan. This bustling husband-and-wife run bakehouse is a town favourite, offering a lunch menu with sandwiches and soups, too.